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 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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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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In this pilot episode, Helen, Michelle and Tracy dive into Tom Hank’s latest release, western-drama film ‘News of the World.’ They share their views on the on-screen chemistry between Hanks and child-actor newcomer, Helena Zengel. Helen confesses she’s not an outdoorsy person and Tracy reveals how the animal scenes in the film affected her. Tracy speaks on the power of non-verbal communication, in acting and in life. The ladies discuss debate whether the movie was too slow and Michelle laments on the lack of diversity in period films. They discuss Hank’s ‘good guy’ image and the depth of his characters. Michelle imagines a world where different cultures come together by communicating effectively. Helen raises how the film exposes problems with the news today. They share what ‘home’ and ‘family’ really mean.