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 and Tracy lighten the mood, reviewing funny woman Melissa McCarthy's latest collaboration with her director husband Ben Falcone. Tracy reveals why she needed this movie in her life while Michelle has a bone to pick with Falcone. We speculate on why the husband-and-wife's movies have rated so poorly and consider why Melissa continues to make movies with Falcone in spite of this. We talk about the dynamic between the two romantic leads and what it says about dating in real life. We reflect on women's insecurities in relationships and how the power dynamic between men and women is changing. We lament our love-hate relationship with apps and our need for technology 'lock downs.' We talk about how to have the material things while maintaining happiness. Tracy shares a simple exercise you can do to be happier everyday.
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Tracy and Jacob review David Fincher's 2020 feature film, Mank, discussing the positives and negatives of its subtle storytelling style. We share our take on the production design, costuming, and music, and how they build the world of 1930s Hollywood. We also comment on the psychology of the characters represented, and the use of the Johari window in explaining the relationships between Mank and his companions. We then also discuss whether or not one should have to use the internet to gain context on a film before watching it.
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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.