Beneath the Frame with Gavin & Mandy

Welcome to the Beneath the Frame podcast which explores the art and ideas behind music videos and short films. Hosted by Dr Amanda Stephenson (academic turned foster parent) and Gavin Fry (filmmaker with decades of experience), we dive deep into both how these works are made and what they mean. From identity and ideology to emotion and storytelling, we break down the visuals, sound, and techniques...

Welcome to the Beneath the Frame podcast which explores the art and ideas behind music videos and short films. Hosted by Dr Amanda Stephenson (academic turned foster parent) and Gavin Fry (filmmaker with decades of experience), we dive deep into both how these works are made and what they mean. From identity and ideology to emotion and storytelling, we break down the visuals, sound, and techniques...

In this episode, Mandy Stephenson and Gavin L. Fry dissect Korn’s haunting music video for Falling Away From Me. We explore the dark narrative at its core, diving into its representation of trauma and abuse and how it resonated with audiences at the time of its release. Through an analysis of the video’s aesthetics and its connection to themes of mental health and empowerment, we uncover the layer...