Are We The Baddies? (ft. guests Mahershala Ali & Rupert Friend, David Cronenberg, Gerard Johnstone)
The Empire Film Podcast
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Exploring Grief and Technology in 'The Shrouds'
This chapter features an introspective discussion on David Cronenberg's latest film, 'The Shrouds,' highlighting its autobiographical elements and exploration of grief following the death of his wife. The conversation delves into the film's unique narrative centered around a tech entrepreneur observing deceased loved ones, as well as the evolution of body horror and the cultural reception of sexual imagery in cinema. It reflects on the director's creative process, the interplay of personal experiences in filmmaking, and the significance of evolving audience perceptions over time.
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