The Importance of Accessibility, The Elephant Man Plus Our Relationship to David Lynch, & How Does Shutter Island Hold Up?

What can be done to make films more accessible to enjoy? Is a David Lynch film good to see on a first date? Does Shutter Island still pack as much of a punch?



Joining the podcast all the way from Scotland is Charlotte Little, Scratch Cinema writer and disability activist, to talk through all these topics plus much more!



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00:40 - Intro

02:22 - Accessibility Conversation

17:46 - David Lynch and The Elephant Man

28:07 - Wonder and Portrayals of Disability

42:42 - Shutter Island

49:45 - Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

50:49 - Irresistible

52:39 - The Last of Us Part II

55:33 - Conclusion

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