Nick August-Perna

Director Nick August-Perna discusses the controversial documentary 'Tell Them You Love Me' focusing on race, power, and consent. They explore societal attitudes towards race, disability, and consent, the complexities of love and power dynamics, and the challenges of communication and perception in films involving individuals with disabilities. The podcast delves into unconscious projections in relationships and explores archetypal themes impacting human behavior.

Nick August-Perna, a documentary filmmaker known for his work on "Tell Them You Love Me," engages in a deep discussion about the complex relationship portrayed in his film between a professor and a nonverbal man with cerebral palsy. He dives into themes of consent, communication, and the legal challenges faced. The conversation also navigates the controversial methods of facilitated communication and the ethical implications of representation in disability advocacy, shedding light on the emotional depth and societal perceptions surrounding such narratives.