In Kino Veritās
In Kino Veritās
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Compelling Substack writers share their favorite film. I watch it, then we sit down to unpack it: what it means to them, what it reveals, and why it resonates. ultimatum.substack.com
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The podcast covers a wide range of topics including cultural commentary, gender politics, and societal issues as reflected in film. For instance, episodes delve into themes such as patriotism and trust in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, gender dynamics and the portrayal of femininity in Gone Girl, as well as the exploration of loyalty and cultural contrasts in Ghost Dog and Le Samouraï.
Compelling Substack writers share their favorite film. I watch it, then we sit down to unpack it: what it means to them, what it reveals, and why it resonates.
Join this week’s guest Sirius White author of the Antidote to Magical Thinking and I on the tenth episode of In Kino Veritās — a podcast where the guest picks a film, we both watch, and discuss.
We don’t simply review films but dive deep into their themes, characters and cultural context. In this episode we explore the 2015 Robert Egger’s film The Witch. Robert Eggers’ inaugural film & horror par excellence. We discuss the themes of witchcraft, community & family, and Puritanism.
Enjoy this special Halloween episode!
Where you can stream The Witch
(Use your local library to get a physical copy for free)
Main Points
* Witchcraft & it’s Origins
* Egger’s Unique Cinematography
* Synopsis and Initial Impressions of The Witch
* Themes of Liberation vs. Devil Worship
* Historical Accuracy and Puritanism
* Puritanism was BASED ashckully
* Puritanism and the Concept of Conquering Nature
* Solitude and the Unraveling of the Family
* Thomasson’s Arch – Chosen or Directed?
* Caleb’s Death & Religious Ambiguity
* The Apple and Luciferian Freedom
* Eggers’ Magical Realism and William’s Demise
* Patriarchal Undermining and Conclusion
* The Ending
* Thomasin’s Empowerment vs. Exchange of Masters
* The Devil’s Bargain and Thomasin’s Choice
* Anya Taylor-Joy’s Portrayal of Thomasin
* Interpretations of Lucifer/Satan
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