On this week’s podcast we contextualize Philippa Lowthorpe’s new film Misbehaviour as part of a trend of British social activism films starring amazing ensemble casts. We discuss complicating history to move beyond just feel good films, why these films are particularly popular in Britain, and many of our favourite actors.
female directors
Ep. 56: In Bed With Victoria and Sibyl: Justine Triet’s women on the verge
This week on the podcast we look at Justine Triet’s two films, In Bed With Victoria and Sibyl. We discuss how Triet’s blending of multiple genres emphasizes the multiple facets of a character’s life, and more.
Ep. 55: Comparing adaptations of The Secret Garden
The newest adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s novel The Secret Garden recently hit VOD. In this episode, we explore how Marc Munden’s new film takes a substantially different approach than Agnieszka Holland’s beautiful 1993 version.
Ep 45: The films of Anne Émond, from Nuit #1 to Nelly
Anne Émond is one of the most exciting Canadian directors working today and deserves wider international attention. Her films play with time and genre as they explore the connection between the physical and the emotional aspects of her characters.
Ep. 44: Shirley and portraits of female artists
Josephine Decker’s new film Shirley is the latest in the recent trend of films re-examining the lives of women artists, in the process questioning our ideas of history and truth. Join us for a wild ride exploring the connections between Shirley, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, The Souvenir, Wild Nights With Emily, and many more.
Ep. 25: Kelly Reichardt’s Old Joy and Night Moves
Editor-in-Chief Alex Heeney, Executive Editor Orla Smith, and Associate Editor Brett Pardy discuss site favourite Kelly Reichardt’s two (pre-First Cow) films about men