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There are many names for a woman who might be seen as something different. In a sexual and alluring way, nowadays, there are hideous names such as slut and whore. But earlier on in history, these behaviours and looks might have given rise to various creatures. The control in the allure that this creature might have had on someone, whether it be the opposite or same sex, lay dominant in their physi...

There are many prejudices and injustices in the world that could leave a bad taste in the mouth. Action or inaction can really define what a person does when pressured into making a choice, or finding help in the unlikeliest places. When a person wishes for their identity to be known, for their voice to be heard, for a slither of understanding; it can be frustrating to realise the people who were...

Black Mirror episodes have always been known to make the audience to question and perhaps even fear the reliance on technology. But in some various overlooked aspects, it can be observed that the thing we should be wary of is the people who use the technology in the first place. Technology has a function and a mindset that is like a machine. It calculates with the code engrained in its system. You...

Living on the outskirts of society, in the wilderness could seem like a dream. However, within this story of a father and daughter, it is simply a way of life. It can be observed that there was an unstoppable force driving Will, the father, to constantly move and change his routine, even his walking patterns. His daughter, Tom, trusts his insights and knowledge of how to survive without a second t...

Based on documented photographs and journal entries that eventually made this movie, Chris McCandless makes the conscious decision to not follow the herd, but go against his upbringing, his family's values and expectations and go...with no money, identity or phone. In this isolation, there becomes an urge to fight off the subtle attraction of any human contact, of any wanting of human connection t...

The Journey West for those alive or dead is a path each of us take eventually in our lives. And within this game, it portrays each emotion about the connection that we can have in this life or the next. Linking our own history within the game, as well as idealisms and beliefs, Kojima sets this universe into motion. Take a listen and learn about these discoveries. 

From the literal and metaphorical use of monsters, to the realisation and choices that battle through a fog of ignorance, main protagonist Gloria comes to terms with the choices she makes that essentially help her cope with the life she wants to lead. Listen in as we analyse the film 'Colossal'. 

Do you believe in reincarnation, or the factual findings through science? As the title indicates, the origins of the eye was the main concern, until it becomes a bigger concept, colliding religion, faith and belief with factual evidence under scientific discovery.

In this episode, we dive further into the scientific concepts of main protagonist Adam's cancer and the psychological effects of this news. 

An analysis of the film 'To The Bone'. Exploring anorexia and its influence and problematic approach to the protagonist and the people around her. 

Another episode dissecting the beautiful and heart breaking story of Alice and her slow decline with Alzheimer's.  If you prefer to read what is said, then please go to this website: www.twotakespodcast1.wordpress.com

Another episode concentrating on the emotional rollercoaster ride that is John Wick. His use of moves, choice in actions and the lore behind his nickname.  Polite notice: For about a minute or so within the episode, there is a crackling sound of sorts. My editing skills are limited at this point therefore, please enjoy the episode and ignore the sound. This goes away after a while. And apologises...

Second chances come so easily to some and become very rare to others. What if your figurative wanting for redemption became a reality? Would you take the chance? The chance of a lifetime. A lifeline, into the unknown, unto another earth? Listen in on the in-depth analysis of the film 'Another Earth' Copyright to Two Takes Podcast