
My Life As A Movie
Join Michelle, Helen and Tracy each week as we review a movie from a 'human' point of view. We delve into what they reveal to us about ourselves, others and the world we live in. We talk about how movies and the power of storytelling can be used as a tool for greater self awareness, growth and even change.
Episodes you may like:
Michelle Jombwe, Tracy and special guest, Indian-born Paromita review Netflix's "The White Tiger" starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Rajkummar Rao and relative newcomer, Adarsh Gourav. Tracy reveals which scene in this Academy Award-nominated screenplay shocked her the most. Paromita talks about the misrepresentation of India in cinema and shares a deeply personal story from growing up in India. Tracy and Paromita disagree on whether the protagonist had mental health issues. The ladies discuss the barriers to overcoming poverty and what part society plays for enabling it.
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Helen and Michelle interview French-Portuguese writer/director Ruben Alves about his acclaimed film 'MISS' starring Alexandre Wetter. Alves shares what inspired him to write this inspiring comedy-drama story and what challenges he experienced while making the film. He reveals how he came across Wetter and what pivotal moment made him certain he was to be lead actor. We talk about the diversity of the characters and how there is strength in our differences. We delve into what it means to feel accepted, by others but also by yourself. Alves shares the biggest message he would like audiences to take away from this film. MISS opens at Luna Leederville on Thursday, 30 September 2021.
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Michelle, Paromita and Tracy review "The Father" starring Academy award winning actor Sir Anthony Hopkins. Paromita opens up on how she related to the story of an ageing father a deeply emotional level, sharing her experiences being separated from her father due to COVID-19. We rate the efforts of first time director Florian Zeller and his ability to portray first-hand experience of dementia. We talk about the unconditional love we have for family and the special bond between fathers and daughters. We discuss the balancing-act of looking after ageing parents and unpack the film's jarring ending. We connect over the universal themes highlighted by the movie, including recognising our mortality and choosing to appreciate our loved ones.
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