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In this podcast episode, director Darren Aronofsky discusses his film 'The Whale', which tells the story of a reclusive English teacher named Charlie who is struggling with severe obesity and attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter. Aronofsky talks about his approach to adapting the play into a cinematic experience and how he worked with the actors to bring out the emotional truth in their performances. He also discusses the challenges of shooting the film in one location and the importance of finding the right camera angles and lighting to capture the intimate and heightened moments of the story. Overall, Aronofsky reflects on the process of making the film and emphasizes the importance of creating something real and captivating.