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Episode 6-Ammonite
Wigs and Candles
English - May 22, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 85 MB - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsFilm Reviews TV & Film period film period drama historical film heritage film female characters book adaptations costume drama Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
In this episode, Andreina and Gabriela discuss the 2020 film Ammonite with a very special guest.
Ammonite tells the story of 19th-century British paleontologist Mary Anning. An imaginary retelling of a brief period of her life, the film is directed by Francis Lee and stars Kate Winslet in the role of Mary Anning and Saoirse Ronan as Charlotte Murchinson, her lover.
Join us as we discuss this period film mixing science, history, and romance in the South West of England. In the process, we explore the dichotomy between artistic vision vs reality, period film clichés, and what dignifies or not a character.
***Spoiler alert! While reviewing this show we go through key scenes and may reveal the ending, so be warned of spoilers!***
Sources & further readings:
Article with film’s synopsis prior to release
Interview with Kate Winslet on LGBTQ+ Representation and Honouring The History of Mary Anning