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:
Helen and Michelle review this Oscar-winning South African Netflix documentary, exploring it's unique perspective on the humble octopus and our connection to the ocean world.
Michelle reveals what in the film made her laugh out loud and Helen admires Craig Foster's commitment.
We talk about how doing what you love breeds passion and at times, obsession. Helen reminds us that trust is earned over time. We discuss vulnerability and being open to receive good things in life.
Michelle links the inequality in humans with our poor treatment of the environment and animals. Michelle shares why she loved that the octopus was female. Helen uncovers what this profound relationship between man and octopus says about the universal language of love. Michelle comments on what this movie meant to her about loss.
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Helen, Michelle and Tracy unpack the emotionally-loaded Netflix movie 'Pieces of a Woman' starring Academy-award and Golden Globe nominated actress Vanessa Kirby and Shia LeBeouf.
Tracy points out the paradox of life and death raised in the movie and we share our opinion on the infamous, graphic opening scene. Helen talks about the symbolism of key items in the movie and we reflect on the common saying of 'time heals all wounds.' Tracy explores the process of grieving, opening up about her personal experience with grief and her journey to healing. We disagree on how connected we felt to the characters in the film. Tracy informs us of the unhelpful practise that stunts the healing of grief in real life. Michelle shares how she buried her grief and what it took to turn it around. Helen shares a confronting, unexpected moment in a past pregnancy that gave her empathy for the characters. Michelle gives a surprising rating for the film.
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Michelle Jombwe, Tracy and special guest co-host Jacob Dyer review Golden Globe winning animation film, "Soul" starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey.
Tracy breaks down the psychological concept of "existentialism" and reveals why animation isn't her thing. We explore whether race matters in voice acting.
Michelle opens up on how perfectionism has affected her life and Jacob shares a small yet powerful moment he had that day. We talk about how to add 'spark' to the repetitiveness of 9to5 life.
Jacob points out how the film challenges the 'positivity' status quo and Tracy declares which part drove her psychological-brain insane! Michelle shares an epiphany that changed her life. Join the private Facebook group here: