

Two highly acclaimed features: Celine Song's Past Lives + Alena Lodkina's Petrol
Aug 23, 2023
This podcast explores two highly acclaimed films: 'Past Lives', which delves into migration and identity in America, and 'Petrol', a psychedelic exploration of mystical themes. The filmmakers discuss the personal backgrounds that influenced their films, as well as the experimental and autobiographical elements in their storytelling. Collage in filmmaking is also examined, highlighting the uncertainty and effectiveness of this technique.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring migration and identity through the film 'Past Lives'
02:21 • 5min
The Journey of Creating the Story
07:38 • 13min
Accepting and Loving the Past
20:50 • 8min
Exploring the Film 'Petrol' and Its Director
28:25 • 11min
Autobiographical Elements and Experimental Nature
39:53 • 11min
Exploring Collage in Filmmaking
50:48 • 3min