Juncture

This week I explore a popular dream symbol that's not as ominous as you would think. Follow this series to learn about common dream symbols and how to interpret your dreams.   I use a multidisciplinary approach to examine films and dreams through their use of symbols, imagery, motifs, and other narrative techniques in storytelling. Dreams are the films your mind creates. I use many of the sam...

Exploring symbols in the film 1992 Candyman In today's episode I'll be analyzing and exploring the symbolism of the 1992 film "Candyman".  Candyman  is a 1992 American supernatural horror film written and directed by Bernard Rose and starring  Virginia Madsen (Helen),  Tony Todd (Candyman),  Xander Berkeley (Trevor),  Kasi Lemmons  (Bernadette...

Today in this mini podcast episode I explore one of my reoccurring dreams and how I interpret the underlying messages in the dream. Follow this series to learn about common dream symbols and how to interpret your dreams.   I use a multidisciplinary approach to examine films and dreams through their use of symbols, imagery, motifs, and other narrative techniques in storytelling. Dreams are the...

Exploring symbols in the film Antebellum In this episode I'll be providing a more in depth analysis of the symbolism and the plot devices used in the film Antebellum . My initial commentary was provided in the previous episode. The film stars Janelle Monáe, Eric Lange, Jena Malone, Jack Huston, Kiersey Clemons, and Gabourey Sidibe. Directed by Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz. It's also produced b...

Exploring symbols in the film Antebellum In today's episode I'll be exploring the symbolism and the plot of the 2020 film Antebellum . This is more of an analysis than a review. The episode is part 1 of  2, part two will be available tomorrow. My initial commentary is provided in this episode, while a more in-depth commentary (after rewatching the movie again) will be provided in part 2. The...