Very Bad Wizards Episode 291: Shoe Shining
Aug 27, 2024
Philosopher David Shoemaker from Cornell joins the conversation, bringing his expertise in exploring profound themes. They dive into Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining,' debating the hotel’s haunting symbolism and dissecting the duality of characters like the Gradys. The impact of the Steadicam on our perception of dread is questioned, as well as Shelly Duvall's performance. They even ponder historical injustices and what a land acknowledgment at the Overlook might look like, delivering a rich tapestry of horror, psychology, and cinematic artistry.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Exploring 'The Shining': A Personal and Cinematic Journey
04:37 • 20min
Cyclical Violence and Horror in Storytelling
24:55 • 14min
Exploring the Art of Adaptation and Listener Engagement
38:43 • 6min
Unraveling Dread in A Clockwork Orange
44:41 • 11min
Unraveling Symbolism in Horror Cinema
55:41 • 11min
Exploring Dread and Family Dynamics in Horror
01:06:46 • 22min
Exploring Guilt and Historical Injustices in Character Dynamics
01:29:11 • 2min
The Complexity of Performance and Character Relationships
01:30:46 • 3min
Exploring Cinematic Perspective and Design
01:33:34 • 2min
Exploring Fear and Connection in Horror
01:35:10 • 30min
Unpacking Jack's Symbolism
02:05:02 • 7min