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Women Talking Review: Powerful Anti-Violence Plea
I review Sarah Polley’s Woman Talking. It’s a dialogue heavy movie, but I found the conversations thought-provoking and filled with tragedy.
This movie is a must watch. It’s about shedding yourself of old ways to survive through desperate times.
Director Adam Jones shares insights on Fish and Men, his documentary about local fishing communities, consumer demand, and sustainable practices. Watch our full interview for a behind-the-scenes look.
Award-winning filmmaker Lisa Landers brings the redwoods to life in Giants Rising, capturing their towering presence and the deep bond they share with California’s Yurok people.
Analyzing reactions to fictional violence, like the events in Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, in comparison with reactions to real-world suffering.
I review Sarah Polley’s Woman Talking. It’s a dialogue heavy movie, but I found the conversations thought-provoking and filled with tragedy.
So many threads woven together. Leaving native land, spiritual kinship, love. It’s one of my favorite movies and was my favorite of 2023.