

S01 E65 - #36 Children of Men
Feb 24, 2025
The discussion kicks off with a humorous inquiry about Clive Owen's career. 'Children of Men' is explored for its emotional depth and dystopian themes, with a mix of personal anecdotes and critical analysis. The film's unique visual style and intense action sequences are highlighted. A pivotal scene sparks insights on hope amidst chaos, while characters and performances, especially Owen's, receive playful comparisons. The hosts also recommend other dystopian films, bridging bleak narratives with themes of humanity and survival.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Dystopian World of 'Children of Men'
02:52 • 3min
Reflections on 'Children of Men' and a Star's Journey
05:27 • 13min
Navigating Dystopia: A Dive into 'Children of Men'
18:42 • 23min
Hope in Dystopia: Insights from 'Children of Men'
41:27 • 9min
Exploring 'Children of Men': Characters and Themes
50:41 • 16min
Dystopian Cinematic Explorations
01:07:07 • 4min
A Playful Debate on Film
01:10:44 • 4min

Roma
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Robert Newman
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The Bourne Identity
Robert Ludlum
The Bourne Identity follows Jason Bourne, a man with no memory who is found with bullet wounds and a microfilm frame implanted under his skin. He discovers a Swiss bank account in his name and embarks on a journey to uncover his past. Along the way, he encounters a Canadian economist, Marie St. Jacques, and must evade numerous assassins and conspirators. The novel delves into a complex web of espionage, double identities, and a cat-and-mouse game with the infamous Carlos the Jackal. Unlike the film adaptations, the book explores deeper moral complexities and a more intricate plot[1][3][5].

The Internationalist
Scott Shapiro
Sainab-Hathaway
The Internationalist explores the enduring influence of the Kellogg-Briand Pact and its principles on international relations over the past century.

The visitor
Maeve Brennan
The Visitor is a haunting tale of Anastasia King, a 22-year-old who returns to her grandmother's house in Dublin after spending six years in Paris with her mother. The story delves into Anastasia's complicated homecoming, her relationship with her cold and distant grandmother, and the emotional costs of her choices. It explores themes of love, loss, grief, and the notion of home, highlighting the complexities of family relationships and the impact of past decisions on present lives. The novella was written in the mid-1940s but remained unpublished until its recent discovery in a university archive[2][4][5].

Blade runner
Sébastien Guillot
Étienne Barillier
Philip K. Dick
Cette édition française de 'Blade Runner' est basée sur le roman 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?' de Philip K. Dick. Elle inclut une traduction de Sébastien Guillot et une postface d'Étienne Barillier, offrant une perspective approfondie sur les thèmes et l'influence du livre. Le roman explore un futur post-apocalyptique où des androïdes presque indiscernables des humains sont traqués par des chasseurs de primes.
Elysium
Elysium
A Visual History of Angelology
Ed Simon

Blade runner
Sébastien Guillot
Étienne Barillier
Philip K. Dick
Cette édition française de 'Blade Runner' est basée sur le roman 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?' de Philip K. Dick. Elle inclut une traduction de Sébastien Guillot et une postface d'Étienne Barillier, offrant une perspective approfondie sur les thèmes et l'influence du livre. Le roman explore un futur post-apocalyptique où des androïdes presque indiscernables des humains sont traqués par des chasseurs de primes.

Snowpiercer
Olivier Bocquet
In 'Snowpiercer Vol. 3: Terminus', Olivier Bocquet concludes the Snowpiercer series. The story follows Puig Vallès and the passengers of the train Icebreaker as they navigate the harsh realities of their world. After a braking exercise goes awry, Puig is falsely accused of murder and faces a suicidal scouting mission. The volume reveals the truth about the Snowpiercer and the engine, and it concludes the series with a dramatic and intense finale. The graphic novel is part of a post-apocalyptic, climate fiction series that has been adapted into a film and a television series.

I Am Legend
Richard Matheson,Richard
Steve Steve Douglas
Editorial Editorial Empire
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, 'I Am Legend' follows Robert Neville, a war veteran who is mysteriously immune to a pandemic that has turned the rest of humanity into 'vampires'. The novel explores Neville's daily struggles to survive, his scientific investigations into the cause of the disease, and his emotional battles with loneliness and grief. The story is a powerful allegory of nuclear terror and the end of the American Dream, reflecting the anxieties of the 1950s. The novel's ending is particularly poignant, as Neville realizes he has become a legend to the new society of infected humans.

The matrix
Valdamar Valerian

Elizabeth
the struggle for the throne
David Starkey
Duplicity
Duplicity
Thomas Holcroft
Gosford Park
Gosford Park
Lord Julian Fellowes

V for Vendetta
Bob Patrick
Terminator salvation
Terminator salvation
Phillip Marcus

Inside man
Philip Bray
Bugsy Malone
Bugsy Malone
the play
Parker, Alan
28 days later
28 days later
Alex Garland
Talladega nights
Talladega nights
Adam McKay
Will Ferrell
Judd Apatow
Miller, Jimmy (Producer)

The Children of Men
P.D. James
The novel is set in a future England where human fertility has ceased, leading to a society in decline. The story follows Dr. Theodore 'Theo' Faron, an Oxford don and cousin to the tyrannical Warden of England, Xan Lyppiatt. Theo becomes involved with a group of dissenters who aim to challenge the oppressive regime and fight for human rights. The narrative delves into themes of politics, power, and the human condition in the face of impending extinction. The book is known for its rich social criticism and theological reflections[1][3][4].

Closer
Sarah Barmak
In *Closer: Notes from the Orgasmic Frontier of Female Sexuality*, Sarah Barmak delves into the complexities of female pleasure and desire, highlighting how women are reshaping their sexuality through various means. The book offers a sharp and well-researched perspective on the current state of female sexuality, challenging conventional understandings.

Gravity
James Hartle
This book provides a fluent and accessible introduction to general relativity, focusing on physical applications and using a minimum of new mathematics. It covers fascinating topics such as black holes, gravitational waves, and cosmology, making it ideal for a one-semester undergraduate course.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" is the third book in the Harry Potter series. It introduces the time-turner and the complex character of Sirius Black, who is wrongly accused of betraying Harry's parents. Harry confronts his fears and learns more about his past, while navigating the challenges of his third year at Hogwarts. The book explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the importance of facing one's fears. It's known for its darker tone and more mature themes compared to the previous books, expanding the magical world and deepening the characters' relationships. The introduction of the Marauders' history adds a significant layer to the overall narrative.
The pod begins with that age old question, whatever happened to Clive Owen? We wonder just how much of a horror gets onto the list and Natalie impresses us with a sophisticated one word reaction! Kev thinks the premise of the movie sounds like one long happy hour and we leave it late for the plot twist as we watch #36 on the list Children of Men