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This interview offers an insightful discussion with anthropologist Tanya Luhrmann, whose pioneering scholarship has significantly advanced our comprehension of magic, esotericism, and witchcraft. In this academic interview, we critically examine Luhrmann's influential notion of "interpretive drift"—the incremental cognitive process by which individuals progressively adopt and internalise magical beliefs and practices.We engage with her seminal ethnographic research on contemporary magical and esoteric communities, investigating how practitioners utilise rituals, visualisation techniques, and imaginative practices to foster potent experiential encounters. Luhrmann elucidates the psychological and sociocultural mechanisms that underpin and sustain belief in magic and witchcraft, illuminating how rational actors negotiate and integrate esoteric practices within their quotidian existence.Employing ethnographic case studies and rigorous theoretical analyses, we explore the broader implications of Luhrmann's findings for understanding the endurance and attractiveness of magical thought within contemporary secularised societies. Scholars, practitioners, and those intrigued by the enduring relevance of magical belief will find this discussion academically stimulating, providing nuanced insights into humanity's enduring inclination to engage with the transcendent and extraordinary.Get Prof Luhrmann's bookshttps://amzn.to/4lDeYKjhttps://amzn.to/42zNVqAhttps://amzn.to/4jISm9vhttps://amzn.to/3Gfz11fABOUT OUR GUESTanya Luhrmann is a professor of anthropology at Stanford University, specialising in the study of spiritual experiences and their relation to religious practices. In her research, she analyses the ways in which people in various religions and spiritualities ‘kindle' experiences of invisible others like gods, spirits and demons. Among the groups she has studied are evangelical Christians, Contemporary Pagans, magicians, Zoroastrians, Catholics, Santeria initiates, and newly orthodox Jews. She links their experiences to a variety of practices like prayer, ritual, storytelling and the cultivation of the inner senses.She was named to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2003, received a John Guggenheim Fellowship award in 2007, and was elected to the American Philosophical Society in 2022. Her book ‘When God Talks Back' was named a ‘New York Times' Notable Book of the Year and a ‘Kirkus Reviews' Best Book of the Year. It was awarded the $100,000 Grawemeyer Prize for Religion by the University of Louisville. She has published over thirty op-eds in ‘The New York Times', and her work has been featured in ‘The New Yorker', ‘The New York Review of Books', the ‘Times Literary Supplement', ‘Science News', and many other publications. She is the author of ‘Persuasions of the Witch's Craft', ‘The Good Parsi', ‘Of Two Minds', ‘When God Talks Back', ‘Our Most Troubling Madness', and ‘How God Becomes Real', and is currently at work on a book entitled ‘Voices'.If you want to participate in her research, reach out to her atluhrmann@stanford.eduCONNECT & SUPPORT

Two-time CASBS fellow and renowned anthropologist Tanya Luhrmann discusses her past and current work as an anthropologist of the mind, both in religious and psychological contexts, in conversation with 2023-24 CASBS fellow Erica Robles-Anderson. Luhrmann's award-winning work investigates visions, voices, psychosis, the supernatural, and other unusual sensory experiences and phenomena, found often at the borderlands of spirit, culture, and the mind.TANYA LUHRMANN: Stanford faculty page | Stanford profile page | Personal website | Wikipedia page | on Google Scholar | CV |Luhrmann, Of Two Minds. Winner of: the Victor Turner Prize in Ethnographic Writing, the Bryce Boyer Prize for Psychological Anthropology, the Gradiva Award from the Association for the Advancement of PsychoanalysisLuhrmann, When God Talks Back. Winner of the Grawemeyer Prize in Religion and the Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year.Luhrmann, "A life in books," Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute (2020)Luhrmann, et al. "Sensing the presence of gods and spirits across cultures and faiths," Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (2021)ERICA ROBLES-ANDERSON: NYU faculty page | CASBS page | on Google Scholar |  Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS) at Stanford UniversityExplore CASBS: website|Bluesky|X|YouTube|LinkedIn|podcast|latest newsletter|signup|outreach​Human CenteredProducer: Mike Gaetani | Engineer & co-producer: Joe Monzel |

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this special Halloween episode, Faithful Politics "defies gravity" by diving into the world of witches, supernatural beliefs, and the historical intersections between faith and witchcraft. Hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram chat with Stanford anthropologist Professor Tanya Luhrmann, renowned for her work on how people experience the supernatural in various religious contexts. Together, we cast a Revelio charm to unpack the evolution of witchcraft from ancient agricultural societies to modern-day practitioners, explore the role of folklore and cultural myths, and discuss how ideas of “good” and “bad” supernatural powers shape our understanding of spirituality and fear. The episode also sheds some Lumos on the Salem witch trials, Halloween traditions, and the modern revival of pagan practices. This conversation is packed with insights into humanity's complex relationship with the unseen, perfect for both the curious and the skeptical.Guest Bio:Professor Tanya Luhrmann is an anthropologist from Stanford University, known for her in-depth research on how people experience the supernatural across various religious practices. Her work bridges anthropology, psychology, and religion, examining everything from witchcraft and evangelical prayer practices to encounters with the supernatural. With a unique background that includes immersive studies with modern-day covens and extensive fieldwork on spiritual phenomena, Luhrmann's insights shed light on the ways belief and culture shape our experiences of the unseen world.Learn more about her work: https://www.tanyaluhrmann.com/ "The Faith Roundtable" is a captivating spinoff from the Faithful Politics podcast, dedicated to exploring the crucial issues facing the church in America today. Hosted by Josh Burtram, this podcast brings together faith leaders, theologians, and scholars for deep, respectful discussions on topics at the heart of American Christianity. From the intersection of faith and public life to urgent matters such as social justice and community engagement, each episode offers insightful conversations Support the showTo learn more about the show, contact our hosts, or recommend future guests, click on the links below: Website: https://www.faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/ Faithful Host: Josh@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Political Host: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Twitter: @FaithfulPolitik Instagram: faithful_politics Facebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast LinkedIn: faithfulpolitics Subscribe to our Substack: https://faithfulpolitics.substack.com/

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In this shortcast edition of the Podcast for Social Research, recorded live at BISR Central, BISR's Rebecca Ariel Porte, Isi Litke, and Ajay Singh Chaudhary discuss Baz Luhrmann's sensational 1996 film adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet (or, in this case, Romeo + Juliet). Beginning with a brief literary and theatrical history of the play, Rebecca provides the conversation's opening gambit: Shakespeare has never not been pop. The trio then, with a keen eye for detail, observes the many ways in which Luhrmann translates Shakespeare's own pop-cultural tendencies into a medium and a style apropos of Venice Beach at the close of the millennium. Topics touched on include passions that threaten the social order, textual instability as adaptive possibility, intertextuality as production design strategy, teen drama as genre, teen-age as a time of emotional freedom, My So-Called Life, The O.C., Euphoria, spaghetti Westerns, police procedurals, Fredric Jameson on blank parody and endless pastiche, and much else besides.  The Podcast for Social Research is produced by Ryan Lentini.

We invite you to explore the fascinating intersections of psychology, spirituality, and unlock the mysteries of the mind with our esteemed guest, Dr. Tanya Marie Luhrmann. A renowned psychological anthropologist and author, Dr. Luhrmann is celebrated for her groundbreaking research on how culture shapes our minds, particularly in relation to religious and spiritual experiences.Join us as Dr. Luhrmann delves into the power of cognitive flexibility, the complexities of imagination, and the thin line between transcendent experiences and mental health. Whether you're curious about the role of paracosms in religious practices or how intense spiritual experiences can enrich live, this episode dives into the depths of the human psyche.Hit play now to uncover eye-opening insights from one of the most fascinating minds studying how we think, believe, and experience the worldIn this episode, we cover:Growing up surrounded by multiple faithsExploration of modern-day practices and how these are connectedExperience Over Belief and Path Working (using all inner senses)Religious Practices and Transformation: How religious practices—such as prayer, meditation, or yoga—can profoundly change individualsPatterns in Spiritual ExperiencesEthical ConsiderationsCognitive Flexibility and Absorption ScaleTrauma and Protective MechanismsWhat are Paracosms and how does it work?Non-Dualist PracticeThe Nature of Intense ExperiencesHelpful links:Tanya Marie Luhrmann - Author of How God Becomes Real: Kindling the Presence of Invisible Others. Citations on Google ScholarWitchcraft, Oracles and Magic Among the Azande by E.E. Evans-PitchardSubscribe to the Museletter on Substack Find Rosebud Woman on Instagram as @rosebudwoman, Christine on Instagram as @christinemariemasonFind Radiant Farms on Instagram @weareradiantfarms and on Facebook @RadiantFarmsLLCORDER now DREAM: BLUE LOTUS GUMMIES, INTUITION AND DREAMING and EXPAND: BOBINSANA GUMMIES, ATTUNES AND GUIDES at Radiant FarmsCheck out these Free E-books Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Vander Klay is a minister at Living Stones CRC in Sacramento, CA, known for his engaging online discussions on faith and thoughtful community engagement. How can the convergence of ancient spiritual practices and modern cognitive science redefine our understanding of identity and collective wisdom? In this episode of "Voices with Vervaeke," John Vervaeke and Paul Vander Klay explore the intersections of personal transformation and collective wisdom. They discuss the role of spiritual practices like Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy in modern society and their implications for personal growth and collective understanding. The conversation highlights the significance of relationality in understanding agency and cognition, emphasizing how our relationships with others shape our sense of self and our ability to navigate the world. John and Paul also address the advent of the sacred in modern culture and the potential for new cultural cognitive grammars. They share insights from their personal and professional experiences, offering a thought-provoking exploration of modern spirituality and relational being. This episode leaves listeners with a deeper understanding of how personal growth and collective wisdom are intertwined.   Connect with a community dedicated to self-discovery and purpose, and gain deeper insights by joining our Patreon.   —   00:00 Introduction: Faith, Friendship, and Exploration 03:10 Exploring IFS Therapy, Dialogical Self, and Archetypal Experiences 08:50 Dialoguing with Hermes: Ally Work and Neoplatonic Traditions 14:00 Dialogical Models and Changing Public Perception of Humans 22:50 Rethinking the Self: Transjectivity, Relationality, and the Imaginal 28:00 Beyond Substance Ontology 55:00 Dialogical Presencing and Transjective Ontology in Religion 58:05 Communal Aspects of Christian Tradition 01:01:35 Dialogical Practice and Hermetic Consciousness 01:05:25 Therapeutic Practices and Self-Deception 01:12:15 Exploring the Sacred in IFS and Dialogical Practices 01:40:50 Conclusion: Embracing Vulnerability and Honesty     —   The Vervaeke Foundation is committed to advancing the scientific pursuit of wisdom and creating a significant impact on the world. Become a part of our mission.   Join Awaken to Meaning to explore practices that enhance your virtues and foster deeper connections with reality and relationships.    —   Ideas, People, and Works Mentioned in this Episode   Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Dialogical Practices Hermes (Guiding Figure) Proclus Plotinus Jordan Peterson Jonathan Pageau Seth Allison Kasra Mirzaie Richard Schwartz Marc Lewis Anderson Todd Jeffrey Raff  Dallas Willard James Fuller Robert Falconer Sam Tideman Paul Kingsnorth Martin Shaw Richard Rohlin (Universal History) Gregory Shaw, Hellenic Tantra: The Theurgic Platonism of Iamblichus Ben Alderson-Day, Presence: The Strange Science and True Stories of the Unseen Other T. M. Luhrmann, How God Becomes Real: Kindling the Presence of Invisible Others Paul Ricoeur, Fallible Man: Philosophy of the Will Plato, The Seventh Letter Charles Taylor Neoplatonism Socrates   Relevant Episodes Attachment Theory Beyond Therapy: Seth Allison on Wisdom and Connection Exploring the Depths of Internal Family Systems with Seth Allison Wisdom Through the Imaginal: IFS Insights with Seth Allison Part 3 Engaging the Imaginal: Kasra Mirzaie on IFS and the Meaning Crisis The Elusive I - Part 1 - The Cognitive Science Show AI Sages and the Ethical Frontier: Exploring Human Values, Embodiment, and Spiritual Realms   Follow John Vervaeke: Website | Twitter | YouTube | Patreon   Follow Paul Vander Klay: Blog | Twitter | YouTube —   Thank you for Listening!  

From witchcraft to shamans to those with schizophrenia, voices and visions have always been part of human experience and they have always intrigued anthropologist Tanya Luhrmann. She now studies how various cultures understand these mysterious mental phenomena. Luhrmann has observed and talked to hundreds who've experienced voices and visions and learned there are “different pathways” to understand them, as she tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast.Episode Reference Links:Stanford Profile: Tanya Marie LuhrmannTanya Luhrmann: WebsiteConnect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads or Twitter/XConnect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/XChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionHost Russ Altman introduces guest Tanya Luhrmann, a professor of anthropology at Stanford University.(00:02:18) Origins of InterestTanya shares her background and how it influenced her studies on the human mind and its perceptions.(00:05:53) Methodologies in Anthropological ResearchThe methods used to understand experiences like hearing voices and seeing visions.(00:07:04) Cultural Variability in Human ExperiencesHow hearing voices varies across cultures, and their implications on mental health.(00:13:42) The Clinical and Non-Clinical SpectrumThe clinical aspects of hearing voices, and how they are perceived and treated in different contexts.(00:18:01) Non-Clinical Manifestations and PracticeThe influence of practices and beliefs on non-clinical supernatural experiences.(00:22:24) Characteristics of LeadersFactors that make certain individuals leaders in perceptual practices.(00:23:43) AI and Relationships with ChatbotsParallels between relationships with imagined entities and modern AI chatbots.(00:28:40) Conclusion Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads or Twitter/XConnect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X

I posted this when the movie was released. I stand over all my criticisms of Luhrmann who turned Elvis's life story into, he said "the love story between Parker and Presley" and made him a male Judy Garland because Baz loves Judy. The mov ie is a tissue of lies, to quote Shakespeare. 

MaXXXine may be the third film in a downright wild and blood-soaked horror series, but given the fact that the trilogy heavily pays homage to the evolution of cinema, there's an abundance of very real connections one can make between the state of the industry depicted in these films and where things truly are at present. In fact, there's one especially prominent one for Primetime Emmy nominee Elizabeth Debicki. In MaXXXine, she plays the only film director willing to take a chance on Mia Goth's title character. As Debicki explained during our Collider Ladies Night conversation, finding filmmakers who believe in you is of the utmost importance to making it in Hollywood.After the events of X, MaXXXine follows Maxine Minx to Hollywood in the 80s where she plans to become a star. Maxine is convinced she's got the talent and determination to make it in the movies, but given her notoriety in the adult film realm, getting her big break has been impossible — until she meets Debicki's character, Elizabeth Bender. Even though the producers of Elizabeth's new movie would rather not have Maxine headlining the film, Elizabeth believes in her and insists on giving her the opportunity.While many might be quick to highlight Baz Luhrmann as the person who took a chance on Debicki and sent her star soaring with The Great Gatsby, Debicki herself insists he's not the only one. Yes, Luhrmann did give her her first lead role in a feature film, but Debicki insists directors taking a chance on actors never ends. “Yeah, you need to be good at your job, but it's also a real combination of timing and people believing in you enough to give you the job.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's hard to believe it is finally here, but we are wrapping up our Romeo and Juliet series this week by watching and discussing two productions. First, we will discuss Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes in the title roles. Then, we will move into the National Theatre at Home production of Romeo and Juliet directed by Simon Godwin and starring Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor.  Not enough Romeo and Juliet? Paid Patreon members can access our bonus episodes on Gnomeo & Juliet and the 2022 film Rosaline and suggest other adaptations we should watch for future Patreon bonus episodes! Shakespeare Anyone? is created and produced by Kourtney Smith and Elyse Sharp. Music is "Neverending Minute" by Sounds Like Sander. Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com Follow us on Instagram at @shakespeareanyonepod for updates or visit our website at shakespeareanyone.com You can support the podcast by becoming a patron at patreon.com/shakespeareanyone  or by shopping our bookshelves at bookshop.org/shop/shakespeareanyonepod Works referenced: Godwin, Simon, director. Romeo and Juliet. National Theatre at Home, National Theatre, 2021, https://www.ntathome.com/romeo-juliet. Accessed 2024. Luhrmann, Baz, director. William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet. 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment, 1996.    

Consciousness - Having it and understanding it are very different things!David's appearance at Does Consciousness Extend Beyond Brains? The 2023 Holberg Debate, feat. Seth, Luhrmann, Sheldrake.Here is the link to the entire thing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofSUaZOW9h8&t=4s It is hugely long. Nearly three hours. Three speakers: Anil Seth (neuroscientist Sussex U), Tanya Luhrmann (Anthropologist Stanford U) and Rupert Sheldrake (Notorious English Heretic). Tanya Luhrmann's website. https://www.tanyaluhrmann.com/How To Academy; David and Iain McGilchrist - Psychiatrist and writer on his 'The Matter with Things'.https://howtoacademy.com/podcasts/iain-mcgilchrist-the-divided-brain-and-the-meaning-of-life/Dr Iain McGilchrist's website. https://channelmcgilchrist.com/COMMENT AT:https://substack.com/profile/126815820-david-malonehttps://www.instagram.com/hyperlandpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/groups/130898253302317Music by HYPERLANDGraphics by Caroline LargeImage NASA ID: PIA12348 Secondary Creator Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ESA/CXC/STScI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It began six years ago, in the before time, with three film nerds who have been friends for four decades. Through the years, whenever we hung out together, we would inevitably end up talking for hours about film. So, we wondered aloud, why not make it official? Thus was born, in the spring of 2018, Vintage Sand, your film history podcast. One pandemic, one insurrection, a few erasures and rewritings of the film business and several hundred loyal listeners later, we thought it might be appropriate to commemorate our 50th episode by inviting friends and recording said episode live at the 14th Street Y in Manhattan. As you will hear, around 30 people came to support us, to hurl the occasional metaphorical tomato, and to remind us why we love doing this so much, as we recorded our roundup of 2023 in film in an episode we call “Of Bombs and Bombshells”. As with the last few years, this one was difficult to read. We applied our usual measure, wondering which of this year's films, beyond “Barbie”, “Oppenheimer” and Scorsese's epic will folks will still be watching 25 or 50 years from now. Hard to say, but at least it was a year where, with the exception of Aster's “Beau Is Afraid”, we were able to avoid a repeat of 2022, where some of our most interesting filmmakers (Russell, Aronofsky, Chazelle, Iñárritu, Luhrmann, Garland, et al.) released films that were not just bad but disastrous on an epic scale. 2023 was marked by labor strife in Hollywood, huge existential questions about the business as it has been run for over a century, and anxiety over the implications of technologies like AI and streaming. But it was also a year that welcomed a solid return to form of Vintage Sand favorites like Todd Haynes and Alexander Payne, gave us Wes Anderson's first Oscar for his reunion with Roald Dahl, and brought forth astonishing new voices in works as varied as Celine Song's “Past Lives”, Cord Jefferson's “American Fiction”, and Emma Seligman's follow-up to “Shiva Baby”, the wonderful “Bottoms”. It also gave us perhaps the most ambitious American film of the century, Ava Duvernay's stunning imagining of Isabel Wilkerson's “Caste”, in her epic “Origin”, an underseen gem that may in time prove to be the year's greatest film. To top that off, there was the gently surprising return to classic form of the Oscars, featuring first wins for the aforementioned Wes, Christopher Nolan, and Robert Downey, Jr. Emma Stone won for her incredibly complex performance in “Poor Things”, but this Oscars may be remembered as the year Lily Gladstone was robbed for a performance that was much less showy than Stone's but in our opinion, much more powerful. And as for the show itself, Ryan Gosling's performance of “I'm Just Ken” may have been the greatest dance number the Oscars has seen in recent memory, though it only served to remind us how intensely the genius and talent behind “Barbie” were ignored by the Academy. Writing in the “New York Times”, Mark Harris, perhaps our favorite working film writer today, posited that film as the central force in American popular culture may be dying out. But like Harris, we don't necessarily mourn the change; after all, the “death of cinema” has been a hot topic of discussion ever since the talkies arrived 95 years ago. In fact, we agree with Harris that 2024 may be another 1970, a year when out of the rubble of the collapse of the familiar emerged a revolution of unprecedented creativity and innovation. We have no idea what the future of film will bring, but whatever it is, we hope to be there to share our thoughts with you, not as frustrated film critics or experts in any way but as passionate film lovers who want to open as many doors as possible to new films and to new lenses through which to view old ones. To Billie Eilish's eternal question, what were we made for? Hopefully another 50 episodes—at least!

Sean Comer and Mark Radulich present our The Great Gatsby 2013 Movie Review!The Great Gatsby is a 2013 American historical romantic drama film based on the 1925 novel of the same name by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The film was co-written and directed by Baz Luhrmann and stars an ensemble cast consisting of Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Jason Clarke, Amitabh Bachchan, and Elizabeth Debicki. Filming took place from September to December 2011 in Australia, with a $105 million net production budget. The film follows the life and times of millionaire Jay Gatsby (DiCaprio) and his neighbor Nick Carraway (Maguire) who recounts his interactions with Gatsby amid the riotous parties of the Jazz Age on Long Island in New York.A polarizing film among critics, The Great Gatsby received both praise and criticism for its visual style, direction, screenplay, performances, soundtrack, and its interpretation of the source material. Audiences responded more positively, and Fitzgerald's granddaughter praised the film, stating "Scott would have been proud." As of 2023, it is Luhrmann's highest-grossing film, grossing over $353 million worldwide. At the 86th Academy Awards, the film won in both of its nominated categories: Best Production Design and Best Costume Design.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsoFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76

Tanya Luhrmann's, 'Persuasions of the Witch's Craft: Ritual Magic in Contemporary England' offers an in-depth exploration of how individuals in modern, scientifically-oriented societies develop a profound connection with the practices of magic and witchcraft. At the core of our discussion is Luhrmann's intriguing concept of 'interpretative drift,' which describes a gradual yet significant shift in how people perceive and integrate magical beliefs into their rational worldview. We delve into the intricate process of this shift, examining how factors such as community involvement, ritual participation, and cognitive changes influence the way educated and often sceptical individuals come to embrace magical practices. This exploration is not just a one-sided view; I will also present various counterarguments, providing a comprehensive perspective on the complexities of belief formation within the context of magic and witchcraft. CONNECT & SUPPORT

"A life lived in fear is a life half lived." February starts off with a quickstep and a foxtrot by looking at the iconic and well-respected work of auteur Baz Luhrmann debut film, "Strictly Ballroom." It is a romantic comedy/drama centered on a gifted dancer bound for great things and a lust for bucking the system with his unconventional dance steps and trying to succeed with a new partner. This was one of Joe's "library" movies that he and his family watched a bunch growing up, and Justin had never even HEARD of it before! The boys discuss the ins and outs of Luhrmann's debut film and how it ties to the other films of his red curtain trilogy, "Romeo + Juliet" and "Moulin Rouge." Speaking of, stay tuned for the next episode where we look at Luhrmann's follow up, "Romeo + Juliet"! -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, music, or anything else to get a little more cultured. Remember to like, review & subscribe! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @‌uncultureduniverse

Elvis Presley gehört zu den erfolgreichsten Solokünstlern des 20. Jahrhunderts. Bis heute haben seine Werke und seine Person noch großen Einfluss auf die Pop-Kultur. Doch viele wissen nicht, dass Elvis Musik unter dem Einfluss von Schwarzen Musiker:innen entstanden ist. Das Biopic, inszeniert von Buz Luhrmann, zeigt, woher Elvis Musik stammt und zieht uns von Anfang an in die Euphorie und die Empörung, die Elvis mit seinen ersten Shows auslöste. Mit bunten Bildern, fantastischen Kostümen und einer nahezu perfekten musikalischen Untermalung zeigt uns das Biopic von Elvis auch die Schattenseiten hinter dem Showman, welcher jahrelang von seinem spielsüchtigen Manager ausgebeutet wurde und deshalb niemals auf Welttournee gehen konnte.Mit wilden Kamerafahrten, schnellen Schnitten und einem Tempo, das Elvis Leben gleichkommt, nimmt uns Luhrmann mit auf eine aufregende Reise. Leon und Ronja klären in der neuen Folge von Stream ab!, warum ihnen das Biopic besonders gut gefallen hat. Da erst kürzlich der Film über Elvis Ehefrau “Priscilla” in den Kinos gestartet ist, kann Leon auch davon erzählen und verrät, warum es sich lohnt, beide Filme zu schauen.Die Kapitelmarken: (26:04) ARD Mediathek(30:06) Netflix(35:51) Disney Plus(42:30) Sky/Wow(43:55) RTL+Schreib' uns gerne eine Mail an streamab@hifi.de.TikTok: @streamingtippsInstagram: @streamabYouTube: Stream ab!Instagram der Hosts:@_leonschumacher@gudeichbinsLetterboxd: @streamab Auf HIFI.DE: Beste Filme bei NetflixBeste Serien bei NetflixRedaktion und Produktion: Leon Schumacher und Ronja GudeSchnitt: Lauritz VelthausMusik: Guy LangleyHosts: Leon Schumacher und Ronja Gude Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sean Comer and Mark Radulich present their Baz Luhrmanns Red Curtain Trilogy Review. The Red Curtain Trilogy is a DVD boxed set, released in 2002, of the first three films directed by Baz Luhrmann: Strictly Ballroom (1992), starring Paul Mercurio and Tara MoriceRomeo + Juliet (1996), starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire DanesMoulin Rouge! (2001), starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor The films do not form a trilogy in the traditional sense, as there is no relationship between the plot and characters of the three films. Rather, Luhrmann said that the three films followed a specific style of filmmaking. Each film contains a theatre motif that reappears throughout the film. Dance is used in the first film, poetry and language in the second, and song in the third. Baz Luhrmann has coined the term red curtain cinema for his technique of using theatrical conventions to invigorate films to dazzling and dizzying heights, as shown in the three contained in this set: Strictly Ballroom (1993), William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet (1996), and Moulin Rouge (2001). Luhrmann notes the important characteristics of this style: take a well-known myth or fable and set it in a heightened creative world that the audience can participate in. In Strictly Ballroom, it's both David and Goliath and the Ugly Duckling set in the supercharged world of ballroom-dancing competition. For Romeo & Juliet, it's the star-crossed lovers transplanted to modern-day Verona Beach yet still peppered with Shakespeare's iambic pentameter. Moulin Rouge takes the story of Orpheus descending into the underworld in search of love then sets it in 19th-century Paris and adds modern pop songs. Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsoFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulich

FYI - not "new" - we had some sort of technical hiccup we only just noticed that seemed to have unpublished the except on YouTube and Patreon, just making sure it's reposted! Gurdip, Justin, Ryan and Bec are back together for the first time since January; the gang is reacting not only to the exciting news from Baz Luhrmann confirming via Instagram that he is in fact still working on a project involving officially unreleased TTWII & EOT footage, but also to the new trailer for Sofia Coppola's "Priscilla," starring Cailee Spaeny, which gave us a better glimpse (and sound) of Jacob Elordi's Elvis, along with more rapidfire scenes to break down. It's not as extensive or thrilling as the Luhrmann trailer breakdowns from last summer, but it was a ton of fun to get together once again to do it! Enjoy!

Opening Credits: This week on Live Breathe Film with Corey, Doug, and Murph...Feature Presentation: 30 Years of Leo - As Leonardo DiCarprio and Martin Scorsese's sixth collaboration, Killers of the Flower Moon, approaches, we wanted to look back at Leo's performances and decide which are our individual and collective favorites.Having been led by some of the greatest directors of all time, including Scorsese, Spielberg, Nolan, Cameron, Eastwood, Scott, Tarantino, Luhrmann, Boyle, Raimi, Allen, Iñárritu, Mendes, and Zwick, this was not an easy task.End Credits: Please make sure to Like, Follow, and Subscribe to Live Breathe Film! Post-Credits: We have another case of diminishing returns in Kenneth Branagh's series of Agatha Christie/Hercule Poirot mysteries, while Dumb Money has proven to be a dumb draft pick in our Fall Box Office Pool. 

Novo and Philip (philipchurch.tech) discuss Baz Luhrmann's film "William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet," Focusing on all things plot, narrative, and characters - the Leo and Claire dynamic - the visual style and identity of the film, Luhrmann's approach to filmmaking, and why this is one of the greatest reimaginings of a Shakespeare play of all time... This Episode is brought to you by: Novel "The Entropy Sessions" - a tale of loss, love, and madness, and our past, present, and future relationships with technology - find it ⁠here⁠ - on paperback or as an ebook on Amazon, or as an audiobook through Audible. Novella “Adul(ter)ation” – follow adult entertainer Jessica Amber Star as she embarks on a journey that will change her life forever…She not only finds herself in the industry, but figures out a way to transform herself and eventually become…reborn…find out how ⁠here⁠ in Adul(ter)ation, which can be found on Amazon in both paperback and ebook, available now. Zencastr - our go-to tool to record our podcast with multiple guests remotely. With Zencastr, you can record separate audio and video tracks, and it's all backed up on a secured cloud so you never lose your hard work. It's reliable, easy to use, and there's nothing to download. So go to zen.ai/artofthebeholder or use promo code: artofthebeholder, and get 30% off your first three months with a PRO account. Thank you for listening. Please consider supporting us with a donation, and if you'd like to be on the show, you can contact us at novodemedia@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artofthebeholder/support

Tanya Marie Luhrmann is an American psychological anthropologist known for her studies of modern-day witches, charismatic Christians, and studies of how culture shapes psychotic, dissociative, and related experiences. She is the author of How God Becomes Real, which asks what it means to say that a person 'believes' in gods, how and why this kind of belief is so different from mundane beliefs about the normal world, and how these gods become vividly real to some people. Find Within Reason on YouTube.

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Abby, Patrick, and Dan take your calls! They spend the bulk of the episode on a fascinating question about whether or not it is important to know your own psychic structure. They consider the relationship between identity and diagnosis; how theoretical language can help an individual feel named or misnamed; whether truth or meaning matters more in the language of diagnosis;; bibliotherapy and why they're constantly giving book recommendations; self-diagnosis versus external diagnosis; the relationship of diagnostic and other categories to suffering, healing, and psychic change; and diagnosis and its relation to material conditions. The next three calls involve speculation about the evolutionary basis of the unconscious; ways to think about analytically informed interventions, both radical or incremental, in the crises of mental health under neoliberalism generally and the crisis faced by unhoused people specifically; and a recurring dream involving nicotine patches, a “complete void,” and a “wake up man.”***Since we have received some requests from callers to read their questions aloud rather than play calls directly to protect privacy, we've defaulted to reading all calls aloud during this non-paywalled episode, and used effects to make it abundantly clear when Abby is reading a call vs. speaking as herself. If you call our hotline, please let us know whether it's okay to play your call on the podcast or whether you'd prefer us to read it!***Books mentioned in this episode:Key Concepts of Lacanian Psychoanalysis, ed. Dany NobusJuan-David Nasio, Hysteria: The Splendid Child of PsychoanalysisBruce Fink, A Clinical Introduction to Lacanian PsychoanalysisAndrew Solomon, The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of DepressionAlan Krohn, Hysteria: The Elusive NeurosisRobert Paul, Our Two-Track Minds: Rehabilitating Freud on CultureT. M. Luhrmann, Of Two Minds: An Anthropologist Looks at American PsychiatryOur Most Troubling Madness: Case Studies in Schizophrenia Across Cultures, eds. T. M. Luhrmann and Jocelyn MarrowA helpful interview with Luhrmann is also here: https://www.madinamerica.com/2020/11/culture-influences-voice-hearing-interview-stanford-anthropologist-tanya-luhrmann/And the 100th anniversary of the Frankfurt School event we mentioned, both in person in NYC and also streaming live: https://thebrooklyninstitute.com/items/events/the-frankfurt-school-and-the-now-a-symposium/Have you noticed that Freud is back? Got questions about psychoanalysis? Or maybe you've traversed the fantasy and lived to tell the tale? Leave us a voicemail! 484 775-0107 A podcast about psychoanalysis, politics, pop culture, and the ways we suffer now. New episodes on Saturdays. Follow us on social media: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/OrdinaryUnhappiness Twitter: @UnhappinessPod Instagram: @OrdinaryUnhappiness Patreon: patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappiness Theme song: Formal Chicken - Gnossienne No. 1 https://open.spotify.com/album/2MIIYnbyLqriV3vrpUTxxO Provided by Fruits Music

How do gods and spirits come to feel vividly real to people — as if they were standing right next to them? Humans tend to see supernatural agents everywhere, as the cognitive science of religion has shown. But it isn't easy to maintain a sense that there are invisible spirits who care about you. In How God Becomes Real, acclaimed anthropologist and scholar of religion Tanya M. Luhrmann argues that people must work incredibly hard to make gods real. Does this effort help explain the enduring power of faith? Shermer and Luhrmann discuss: the anthropology of religion • what it means when people say they “hear the voice of God” or are “walking with God” • normal “voices within” vs. hallucinations and psychoses • mystical experiences • anomalous psychological experiences • sleep paralysis and other cognitive anomalies • belief in angels and demons • absorption and religious beliefs • prayer vs. meditation vs. mindfulness • sensed presences • why people believe in God • empirical truths, religious truths, mythic truths • how people come to religious belief vs. how they leave religion • theodicy • magic and superstition • witches and witchcraft • shamans and shamanism. Tanya Marie Luhrmann is the Albert Ray Lang Professor at Stanford University, where she teaches anthropology and psychology. Her books include When God Talks Back: Understanding the American Evangelical Relationship with God and How God Becomes Real: Kindling the Presence of Invisible Others. She has written for the New York Times, and her work has been featured in the New Yorker and other magazines. She lives in Stanford, California.

We've recently been wondering about the movement in Kentucky that has become known as the 'Asbury revival', and the mass religious experiences that have been reported there in the last couple of months. We could think of nobody better to help us think about it than TM Luhrmann, a highly esteemed psychological anthropologist currently based at Stanford University. Tanya is known partly for her study of religious groups, including evangelical and charismatic Christians. In this conversation with Bart Campolo, she talks about the 'inner sense' of believers that their beliefs are true, how religions allow these experiences to form the heart of their narratives, religious shame, authority, imagination and self-reinforcement, and more.

Your two hunks o' burnin' love take on the Luhrmann-ized retelling of the life of The King. We ponder the nature of biopics, fame, Dutch accents, appropriate management fees, pink suits and the power of shaking one's hips. It's another Oscar-contender episode!

Our Oscar Series continues with Part III, Elvis.  Baz Luhrmann's musical biopic drew polarizing responses from both movie fans and Elvis fans.  On one hand, Austin Butler's performance is great, and very Oscar worthy.  At the same time, Luhrmann's verry stylized approach somehow seems shallow and a bit too much, all at once.  We have a heated... The post Elvis appeared first on Cinemavino.

In this episode: Are you an Elvis fan? Do you want an up-close and personal look at Elvis, his life, his movies, his love live, his addictions, and untimely death? Stay tuned as the Oscars are closing in and there's a few more Oscar 2023 nominated films and talent that we want to review. We're going to take this Wednesday episode and have a fantastic conversation about an intense, Oscar-nominated film, with an amazing director and actor. If you haven't seen it, you need to! We are talking about Elvis being in the building! I'm your host Michael R. Herst and I'm here with my lovely wife and co-host Diane. We're going to review Elvis – the 2022 biopic directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Austin Butler! Welcome to One More Thing Before You Go.Elvis the movie – it is an ambitious and visually stunning film that tells the story of one of the most iconic musicians of all time. The film follows Elvis from his teenage years through his rise to fame, and his struggles as he faces the pressures of life as a celebrity, while maintaining a complex relationship with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Austin Butler's portrayal of Elvis is nothing short of brilliant. His performance captures the essence of Elvis – the music, the energy, the charisma. It is very clear that Butler studied the original recordings, as well as Elvis's mannerisms and movements to bring an authenticity to the role. He is supported by a talented cast that includes Tom Hanks as Col. Tom Parker, Helen Thomson as Elvis' beloved mother, Richard Roxburgh as Elvis' troubled father, Vernon Presley, and Olivia DeJonge as Priscilla.This is a stunningly well-crafted and emotionally-affected portrait of the life and career of the King of Rock and Roll, from his humble beginnings in poverty-stricken Tupelo, Mississippi, to becoming one of the 20th century's most iconic and influential figures. Elvis's inspiring story is brought to life with a mix of dynamic visuals and a captivating soundtrack. Butler is able to bring out Elvis' complexity, showing him as a passionate artist, a rebellious rebel, and a devoted family man. He gives a mesmerizing performance that captures Elvis' unique blend of charisma, vulnerability, and ambition. Baz Luhrmann's direction is remarkable. He creates an atmosphere of nostalgia and glamour, while still doing justice to the story of Elvis's life. Luhrmann captures the highs and lows of Elvis's career, and his struggles with fame, with a real sense of empathy.Overall, Elvis, the 2022 biopic, is a powerful and poignant drama about one of the most iconic figures in all of music. Luhrmann's direction, Butler's performance, and the stellar cast all come together to create an unforgettable film. It's a must-see for any fan of Elvis Presley, and a powerful reminder of the importance of his legacy.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Matthew Carroll and Ashley Coffin cover another of this year's oscar contenders! Baz Luhrmann Elvis is an impressive film. We break down what we thought and what we think of it's chances.Check out all of our podcasts!https://www.strandedpanda.com

The Luminaries series is a collection of interviews with premier thinkers working in the theological academy and the church. Professor John Swinton is a renowned practical theologian and the Chair in Divinity and Religious Studies at the University of Aberdeen. On this episode, Dr. Swinton and I discuss his career prior to entering the theological academy, a theology of mental health challenges, the experience of time for those living with disabilities, and confronting the problems of both “radical evil” and “banal evil.” PODCAST LINKS: USE CODE “DELIVER23” AT CHECKOUT FOR 40% OFF PROF. SWINTON'S NEW BOOK, Deliver Us from Evil: A Call for Christians to Take Evil Seriously: https://wipfandstock.com/9781666734003/deliver-us-from-evil/ * (Coupon code is good through 2/28/2023.) * Blog post: [coming soon] Jasmine Pearl Tea: https://thejasminepearl.com/ SOURCES MENTIONED: American Psychiatric Association. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Arendt, Hannah. Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil. ———. The Origins of Totalitarianism. Hull, John M. Touching the Rock: An Experience of Blindness. Koyama, Kosuke. Three Mile an Hour God. Luhrmann, T. M, and Jocelyn Marrow, eds. Our Most Troubling Madness: Case Studies in Schizophrenia across Cultures. Swinton, John. Becoming Friends of Time: Disability, Timefullness, and Gentle Discipleship. ———. Deliver Us from Evil: A Call for Christians to Take Evil Seriously. ———. Finding Jesus in the Storm: The Spiritual Lives of Christians with Mental Health Challenges. World Health Organization, International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems. OUTLINE: (02:02) – Black tea (with coffee beans), Coke Zero, and (thoughts of) Scotch (03:30) – From nursing to the theological academy (07:18) – Distinguishing practical theology as a subdiscipline (10:26) – Diagnostic descriptors as experienced by diagnosed persons (15:32) – Problematizing the DSM (20:31) – Describing the experience of mental health challenges (24:24) – Living with mental health diagnoses in the West (30:12) – Advice for those living with mental health challenges (31:45) – Advice for churches trying to welcome those with mental health challenges (32:59) – The “temporarily able-bodied” (35:40) – The speed of Western time and the speed of God's time (42:20) – Living in God's time (44:47) – “You've changed”: personal identity amidst the changes that come with disability (51:06) – Evil according to Paul the Apostle, Susan Eastman, and Hannah Arendt (58:57) – Resisting evil

La Sexta Nominada continúa con su repaso a las nominadas al Oscar a la Mejor Película. Raquel Piñeiro repite esta temporada con otro análisis a un biopic de una leyenda de la industria del entretenimiento. Si 'Blonde' se convirtió en un naufragio del que solo se salvó Ana de Armas, la megalomaníaca revisión del mito de 'Elvis' a cargo de Baz Luhrmann se ha saldado con uno de los grandes éxitos del cine comercial de autor del 2022. Casi 300 millones de dólares y 8 nominaciones al Oscar son un bagaje que hace justicia a una de las películas del año. ¿Merece ganar Austin Butler? ¿Cómo es posible que la Academia haya repetido el ninguneo de Luhrmann en la categoría de Mejor Director? ¿Por qué esta película es un soplo de aire fresco en un género que parece obsesionado con seguir la senda de 'Moulin Rouge'? Todo eso y más en la nueva edición de La Sexta Nominada.

100. Elvis (2022)Hello Excellent Humans!For the landmark 100th episode (!!!) Allison and Hunter finally complete their Lovin' with Luhrmann series, for now, by discussing 2022's Elvis! Is this film a Bazterpiece or a Bazaster? We play The Runtime Game, get briefly sidetracked complaining about the needle-drops in Black Adam, and try to underline the importance of empathy both in the film and in real life. Do you have questions, comments, requests, etc? Why not email us: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

"Elvis" is a wild ride. It definitely complimented the craziness of Elvis through it's elaborate editing, sound design, to the sloppiness of the screenplay itself along with casrting choices. I enjoyed the film for it's beauty of cinematography, production design, and honestly, it's screen direction because it is tough to show a concert being done even it's all filmmaking. Enjoy.#elvis #morningreel #bazluhrmann

Few icons are as globally memorialized as Elvis Presley, but for “Elvis" filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, the biopic felt like "a blank sheet to explore” American history, commercialization and the true origin of rock 'n' roll: Black music. In this episode of “The Envelope,” Luhrmann shares his unique take on Presley's tragic story, how Austin Butler was able to “meld his soul with Elvis' soul” and how a pair of socks connected a young Baz to the King. To read a full transcript of this interview, please visit the episode page at latimes.com.

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Day 214 Today's Reading: Hebrews 10 I have heard this question many times: “Do I have to go to church to be a Christian?” The answer is obviously, “No, you don't have to go to church to be a Christian.” But that's not the entire answer. The end of the answer is this, “You do have to go to church to be a growing Christian.” One of my dear friends says it like this: “Only weak people think they are strong enough to do the Christian life alone.” I grew up hearing and reciting Hebrews 10:25 as the reason for attending church: “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together” (KJV). But I love the way the Passion Translation opens the passage. It's much more profound and challenging: “Discover creative ways to encourage others and to motivate them toward acts of compassion, doing beautiful works as expressions of love. This is not the time to pull away and neglect meeting together, as some have formed the habit of doing, because we need each other! In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning.” (Verses 24-25) T. M. Luhrmann, professor of anthropology at Stanford, wrote an op-ed piece for the New York Times weekend edition several years ago called, “The Benefits of Church.” Consider what she said about why going to church is good for you: “One of the most striking scientific discoveries about religion in recent years is that going to church weekly is good for you. Religious attendance—at least, religiosity—boosts the immune system and decreases blood pressure. It may add as much as two to three years to your life.” When we are connected to the church, we are better people. Think about it this way. Many members of the church can accomplish collectively what the same members cannot do individually. Think of an airplane. One hundred percent of it is made up of non-flying parts, but when we put them together, they can lift 175,000 pounds. How much can you bench by yourself? The power of the body of Christ is that together we can do the unimaginable. The writer of Hebrews says that consistently not attending church is the habit of some. What a dangerous habit. If absence makes the heart grow fonder, then some people must really love church because they are absent a lot. Honestly, though? Absence makes the heart go wander. Popular reformer and author R. C. Sproul said it brilliantly: “It is both foolish and wicked to suppose that we will make much progress in sanctification if we isolate ourselves from the visible church. Indeed, it is commonplace to hear people declare that they don't need to unite with a church to be a Christian. They claim that their devotion is personal and private, not institution or corporate. This is not the testimony of the great saints of history; it is the confession of fools.” The writer of Hebrews goes on to explain why this habit is not healthy: “Because we need each other! In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning” (verse 25, TPT). The church's job is to encourage and urge each other onward. What a great job. The Amplified Bible, Classic Edition expands it even more with these words: “admonishing (warning, urging, and encouraging) one another.” In a world and in a time that is so dark and discouraging, the church should be the place we go and come out better than we went in. Russ Blowers, a minister in Indianapolis, knew the Rotary Club members would ask about his profession when he attended a local meeting. He didn't want to just say, “I'm a preacher,” so when his turn came to introduce himself to the group, he said, “I'm with a global enterprise. We have branches in every country in the world. We have our representatives in nearly every parliament and board room on earth. We're into motivation and behavior alteration. We run hospitals, feeding stations, crisis-pregnancy centers, universities, publishing houses, and nursing homes. We care for our clients from birth to death. We are into life insurance and fire insurance. We perform spiritual heart transplants. Our original Organizer owns all the real estate on earth plus an assortment of galaxies and constellations. He knows everything and lives everywhere. Our product is free for the asking (There's not enough money to buy it).” That's called the church. And it's amazing! Why would we skip it each week?

Alan Garner's 10th novel, Treacle Walker, may be one of the shortest books to make the Booker Prize shortlist but once read the slim volume which explores the nature of time weighs on the reader's mind. Alan talks to Nick Ahad about the creation of Treacle Walker and what's it like to be the oldest author ever to be nominated for the UK's most celebrated literary prize. Monteverdi's opera, Orfeo, is regarded as the first great opera and while there have been numerous productions since its premiere in 1607 none of those have attempted the approach being taken by Opera North this week. Monteverdi's opera is being recreated through a collaboration between Indian and Western classical music traditions. The co-music directors - composer and sitarist Jasdeep Singh Degun and conductor and harpsichordist Laurence Cummings - along with the opera's director, Anna Himali Howard, join Nick to discuss why Monteverdi's opera provides the perfect gateway to a new form of music storytelling. When Baz Luhrmann was a young theatre and opera director he had the opportunity to assist Peter Brook on his epic production of the Mahabharata, which Brook was staging in a quarry in Australia. Luhrmann tells Nick Ahad that he didn't have much to do he did a good deal of observing, and that he learned a great deal. Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu Production Co-ordinator: Lewis Reeves Main image: Alan Garner Photographer's credit: David Heke

Abi and Matt discuss Elvis the movie. They also discuss Elvis the musician. Elvis is said a lot in the movie and in the podcast. Elvis.

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From pink and black 1950s suits to bejeweled Vegas jumpsuits, the new Elvis biopic directed by Baz Luhrmann runs the gamut of groundbreaking outfits worn by the King. The costumes were created by Oscar-winning designer Catherine Martin, who is Luhrmann's wife and chief collaborator.

Chris and Taylor review the biographical musical film "Elvis" written by Baz Luhrmann, Sam Bromell, Craig Pierce and Jeremy Doner with direction by Luhrmann. The film follows the life of rock and roll icon Elvis Presley told through the eyes of his manager Colonel Tom Parker. The film stars Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, Olivia DeJonge, Helen Thomson, Richard Roxburgh, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Kodi Smit-McPhee and David Wenham.

Elvis is IN the building this week, we just hope he doesn't get lost backstage on his way to our studio!  That's right, not only do we cover Baz Luhrmann's Elvis, but also the rock ‘documentary' which all others must be judged against, This is Spinal Tap. Really hoping to get some clarification on what exactly a ‘Sex Farm' is… #elvis #bazluhrmann #thisisspinaltap #nigeltufnel #davidsthubbins #dereksmalls

This week's very special episode of The Chauncey DeVega Show focuses on Baz Luhrmann's new movie Elvis and the life, music, legend, meaning, and enduring importance of “The King” Elvis Presley. “Champion” Joe Lansdale is the award-winning author of more than 50 novels including the amazing Hap and Leonard series. His Bram Stoker Award-nominated novella, Bubba Ho-Tep, was made into a movie of the same name by Don Coscarelli and featured Bruce Campbell and Ossie Davis. Joe Lansdale shares what it was like experiencing the Elvis cultural phenomenon as a young man; the power of black music and Presley's relationship to it; youth culture and sex; and Luhrmann's new movie as a work of art and a type of true lie. Joe Lansdale also shares a powerful memory about exactly where he was and what he was doing the moment he found out that Elvis Presley had died. And Joe Lansdale reflects on getting to know Michael Kenneth Williams, shares some thoughts about his beloved cult classic film Bubba Ho-Tep, and of course updates folks on the future of Hap and Leonard. Michael Bertrand is the second guest on this week's installment of The Chauncey DeVega Show. He is a professor of history at Tennessee State University and the author of the book Race, Rock, and Elvis. Bertrand separates fact from fiction about Elvis Presley's relationship to black music and the color line; the complex dynamics of race and class in Presley's life, career, and cultural meaning; and why we are still talking about The King almost five decades after his death. Chauncey DeVega goes to the movies and reviews The Black Phone, Mr. Malcolm's List, Crimes of the Future, Brian and Charles, The Phantom of the Open, and Top Gun: Maverick. And Chauncey is overwhelmed with emotion while watching G.I. Joe: The Movie 35th Anniversary. WHERE CAN YOU FIND ME? On Twitter: https://twitter.com/chaunceydevega On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chauncey.devega My email: chaunceydevega@gmail.com HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE CHAUNCEY DEVEGA SHOW? Via Paypal at ChaunceyDeVega.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thechaunceydevegashow

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For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Eve O'Dea, Dan Bayer & Will Mavity. Together, we're reviewing the latest film from director Bay Luhrmann, "Elvis," starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. The film is your typical musical biopic but with the glamour, style, and bombastic filmmaking from Luhrmann with a breakout performance from Butler and a polarizing performance from Hanks. Needless to say, opinions are all over the place on this one. But where do we land? What did we think of the presentation, performances, costumes, makeup, editing, and story? Please find out by taking a listen to our review down below and enjoy! Thank you! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture

Baz Luhrmann, the man behind Strictly Ballroom, Australia, Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge! and The Great Gatsby returns with Elvis, his hip-shaking biopic of The King Of Rock 'N' Roll that sees relative newcomer Austin Butler transform into the man, the myth, the legend that was Elvis Aaron Presley. On this episode of Screen Time you'll hear the likes of Luhrmann and Butler talk about how they brought his Memphis mansion Graceland to life, as well as how they shot so many eye-catching, toe-tapping performances on camera. Joining Ali to do the film justice is friend of the show Clarisse Loughrey, someone who really knows her Luhrmanns.

ELVIS MOVIE REVIEW Director Baz Luhrmann (Moulin Rouge) takes on the story of one of the most legendary singers in history, Elvis Presley. And if you are familiar with Luhrmann's filmography and know at least something about Elvis (I mean, is it possible not to?) you probably have some idea going into this what to… Read More »Highly Suspect Reviews: Elvis

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