Podcasts about Whale Rider

Your host may have Covid this week, but the show must go on ... 2002's Whale Rider, starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, and 2022's The Woman King, starring the incomparable Viola Davis, are the next pair of films to get the spotlight to celebrate International Women's History Month! Plus, behind-the-scenes fun facts, poll results, interactive trivia, and listener shout-outs!

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The 2002 film Whale Rider was critically acclaimed, in part because of the young Maori heroine Paikea “Pai” Apirana. We delve into the character and why she resonated with so many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From our Mom's indoor skydiving birthday adventure to an incredible list of film recs from New Zealand, this joyful (and boozy) episode was recorded over a wine tasting at the beautiful Mondillo Vineyard and it is not to be missed. We're joined by BOTH Fanny (Mom) and Roger (Dad), as well as our incredible tour guide and filmmaker Constance Gervasi of the Road Trip and Mondillo's James Harcombe (who drops in with his soothing voice to describe the wines we're drinking throughout the episode). We talked about so many movies from New Zealand, including We Were Dangerous, Nude Tuesday, Eagle vs. Shark, Jojo Rabbit, Whale Rider, Snakeskin, Dead Alive, and more! To see the full list of Kiwi film recommendations from this ep, click here. Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email per month (and probably fewer).  Closed captions for this episode are available via the player on the official Friday Night Movie homepage, the Podbean app and website, and YouTube.  The Friday Night Movie Family supports the following organizations: The Red Tent Fund | HIAS | Equal Justice Initiative | Asian American Journalists Association | The Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe, rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Podbean | Overcast. Play along with Friday Night Movie at home! Read the FNM Glossary to learn the about our signature bits (e.g., Buy/Rent/Meh, I Told You Shows, Tradesies, etc). Email us at info@p4tmedia.com or tweet @FriNightMovie, @pancake4table, @chichiKgomez, and/or  @paperBKprincess.  Follow our creations and zany Instagram stories @frinightmovie, @FNMsisters, and @pancake4table. Follow us on Letterboxd (@pancake4table) where we're rating every movie we've EVER watched.  Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for exclusive giveaways and news! Theme music by What Does It Eat.  Subscribe and leave a review on IOS or Android at frinightmovie.com.

Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button. It's that time of year where kids and teachers are back at school or almost back at school so we thought we would offer recommendations for books related to education—novels or memoirs set in schools or colleges; books with teachers, deans, students, or staff as characters; literature in which education or learning plays an important if not essential role. Books mentioned in this episode: 1- The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera 2- Shanghailanders by Juli Min 3- A Five-Star Read Recommended by Fellow Book Lover Dawn Nacker @dawndevoursbooks - How To Read a Book by Monica Wood 4- Truly, Devious by Maureen Johnson 5- Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo 6- The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Matthieu 7- Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by RF Kuang 7- New Kid by Jerry Craft 8- The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead 9- The Reformatory by Tananarive Due 10- The Gilded Years by Karin Tanabe 11- The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart 12- True Biz by Sara Nović 13- Girl at War by Sara Nović 14- "All Summer in a Day" (short story) by Ray Bradbury 15- Love at First Book by Jenn McKinlay 16- The Rom-commers by Katherine Center Bookish events— 1- Poe: A Dream Within a Dream fareharbor.com/embeds/book/belle…ow=1089772&g4=yes 2- Untimely Ripp'd kyshakespeare.com/season/untimely/ 3- Cincy Bookstore Crawl cincybookstorecrawl.my.canva.site/ 4- Books by the Banks booksbythebanks.org/ 5- Cynthiana KY Skeletons wkdq.com/small-kentucky-city-halloween/ 6- Rail Explorers www.railexplorers.net/ 7- Fenrir Viking Festival www.kyrenfaire.com/viking-fest 8- New Kid by Jerry Craft Book Banning https://www.npr.org/2022/12/28/1144458555/banned-books-author-jerry-craft-new-kid Media mentioned— 1- The Whale Rider — 2002 www.imdb.com/title/tt0298228/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk 2- Happiness for Beginners (Netflix, 2023)

Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button. It's that time of year where kids and teachers are back at school or almost back at school so we thought we would offer recommendations for books related to education—novels or memoirs set in schools or colleges; books with teachers, deans, students, or staff as characters; literature in which education or learning plays an important if not essential role. Books mentioned in this episode: 1- The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera 2- Shanghailanders by Juli Min 3- A Five-Star Read Recommended by Fellow Book Lover Dawn Nacker @dawndevoursbooks - How To Read a Book by Monica Wood 4- Truly, Devious by Maureen Johnson 5- Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo 6- The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Matthieu 7- Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by RF Kuang 7- New Kid by Jerry Craft 8- The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead 9- The Reformatory by Tananarive Due 10- The Gilded Years by Karin Tanabe 11- The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart 12- True Biz by Sara Nović 13- Girl at War by Sara Nović 14- All Summer in a Day (short story) by Ray Bradbury 15- Love at First Book by Jenn McKinlay 16- The Rom-commers by Katherine Center Bookish events— 1- Poe: A Dream Within a Dream https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/belleoflouisville/items/431538/calendar/2024/10/?full-items=yes&back=https://www.belleoflouisville.org/%23&flow=1089772&g4=yes 2- Untimely Ripp'd https://kyshakespeare.com/season/untimely/ 3- Cincy Bookstore Crawl https://cincybookstorecrawl.my.canva.site/ 4- Books by the Banks https://booksbythebanks.org/ 5- Cynthiana KY Skeletons https://wkdq.com/small-kentucky-city-halloween/ 6- Rail Explorers https://www.railexplorers.net/ 7- Fenrir Viking Festival https://www.kyrenfaire.com/viking-fest 8- New Kid by Jerry Craft Book Banning https://www.npr.org/2022/12/28/1144458555/banned-books-author-jerry-craft-new-kid Media mentioned— 1- The Whale Rider — 2002 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0298228/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk 2- Happiness for Beginners (Netflix, 2023)

In episode 30, Johnny talks to Academy Award-winning art director and production designer Grant Major.
Described by Vanity Fair as ‘the architect of New Zealand's greatest cinematic achievements', Grant has an impressive body of work. 
His work in the early 1990s on Jane Campion's An Angel At My Table led him to work with Peter Jackson on Heavenly Creatures. He remained in the Peter Jackson fold on The Frighteners, followed by the Lord Of The Rings trilogy and King Kong. He also worked on Niki Caro's Whale Rider in the early 2000s, and recently reprised his collaboration with Jane Campion on the Oscar-nominated The Power Of The Dog. 
Grant has been nominated for five Academy Awards, winning the Oscar in 2003 for his work on The Return Of The King.
Their talk covers Grant's career from working in New Zealand television in the 1970s and the BBC in the 1980s, to conquering Hollywood with Jane Campion and Peter Jackson throughout the 1990s and beyond. They discuss Grant's influences from filmmakers like David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick and Ray Harryhausen, and Grant shares what it's like to witness the first and only take of a devastatingly emotional Oscar-nominated acting performance! 
This conversation was recorded online in mid-July 2024.
Thanks to James Van As who wrote and performed the brilliant podcast music (check out James' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Loco Looper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ game) and to Willow Van As who designed the amazing artwork and provided general podcast support.
You can contact My Movie DNA on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @mymovieDNA or email mymovieDNA@gmail.com.

This week on And the Runner-Up Is, Kevin welcomes film critic and podcaster Ben Miller to discuss the 2003 Oscar race for Best Actress, where Charlize Theron won for her performance in "Monster," beating Keisha Castle-Hughes in "Whale Rider," Diane Keaton in "Something's Gotta Give," Samantha Morton in "In America," and Naomi Watts in "21 Grams." We discuss all of these nominated performances and determine who we think was the runner-up to Theron. 0:00 - 13:25 - Introduction 13:26 - 33:24 - Keisha Castle-Hughes 33:25 - 59:13 - Diane Keaton 59:14 - 1:17:39 - Samantha Morton 1:17:40 - 1:35:40 - Naomi Watts 1:35:41 - 2:03:43 - Charlize Theron 2:03:44 - 3:02:52 - Why Charlize Theron won / Twitter questions 3:02:53 - 3:07:08 - Who was the runner-up? Buy And the Runner-Up Is merch at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/and-the-runner-up-is?ref_id=24261! Support And the Runner-Up Is on Patreon at patreon.com/andtherunnerupis! Follow Kevin Jacobsen on Twitter Follow Ben Miller on Twitter Follow And the Runner-Up Is on Twitter and Instagram Theme/End Music: "Diamonds" by Iouri Sazonov Additional Music: "Storming Cinema Ident" by Edward Blakeley Artwork: Brian O'Meara

Rachel House is one of New Zealand's most highly regarded actors and directors, best known for her roles in Moana, Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Thor: Ragnarok, Whale Rider, and Heartbreak High.  In this episode Jess and Rachel dig deep on her early experiences with cultural assumptions and bullying, and how she's been able to overcome the self-doubt and imposter syndrome that often follows. Rachel also reveals the surprising place her passion for storytelling began, and why she believes its essential to bring us closer together and understand different perspectives. As you'll hear in this conversation, Rachel has mastered the art of balancing confidence and humility, humour and depth, and might just be Jess's new bestie! Know someone who'd enjoy this episode?  Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: Catch Rachel's new flim The Mountain cinema locations here If you enjoyed this episode we think you'll love Jess's chat with Leah Purcell  If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? Send Jess your guest ideas here CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Rachel House Ngāti Mutunga, Te Atiawa, Kāi TahuExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Amy Code  The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As founder of South Pacific Pictures, John Barnett has played a crucial role in the development of screen productions as varied as Shortland St, Whale Rider, Sione's Wedding and Outrageous Fortune. Now operating independently, he remains one of the most powerful – and critical – voices in New Zealand culture. He joins Duncan Greive to assess the current state of the industry and explain why he believes in the power of a merged Film Commission and NZ On Air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to Stop Everything! for a chat with Rachel House, who's appeared in acclaimed Aotearoa/New Zealand films like Boy and Whale Rider; Netflix's hit reboot of Heartbreak High; and blockbusters like Moana and Thor: RagnarokRachel's celebrating her feature directorial debut, The Mountain, which follows three kids on their quest to climb Mount Taranaki, and is firmly set in the spirit of coming-of-age films like The Goonies, E.T. and Stand By Me.Find out why Rachel thinks Aotearoa humour is such a hit overseas, and why she relishes acting in supporting roles.

Raised in Mā'ohi Nui (French Polynesia), Dr. Anaïs Maurer is assistant professor of literature at Rutgers University and author of The Ocean on Fire. Her research and writing, including this book, have explored the intersection of the legacy of colonial powers' massive nuclear detonations in Oceania, critical threats from climate change, and the stories the people of Oceania tell about it all.David Priess chatted with Maurer about her experience growing up in Oceania, the scope of the nuclear detonations in the region, how the people of Oceania have addressed radiation effects through stories, why cultural resilience has remained a greater theme than individualism or victimhood, how these narratives inform our current era of climate change, and more.Works mentioned in this episode:The book The Ocean on Fire by Anaïs MaurerThe book Quand le cannibale ricane by Paul TavoThe short story "Eden" in the collection Vai: La Rivière au ciel sans nuages by Ra'i ChazeThe book The Whale Rider by Witi IhimaeraThe visual art French Apocalypse Now by CronosThe Coconut poetry series by Teresa TeaiwaThe book Pensées insolentes et inutiles by Chantal SpitzChatter is a production of Lawfare and Goat Rodeo. This episode was produced and edited by Cara Shillenn of Goat Rodeo. Podcast theme by David Priess, featuring music created using Groovepad.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raised in Mā'ohi Nui (French Polynesia), Dr. Anaïs Maurer is assistant professor of literature at Rutgers University and author of The Ocean on Fire. Her research and writing, including this book, have explored the intersection of the legacy of colonial powers' massive nuclear detonations in Oceania, critical threats from climate change, and the stories the people of Oceania tell about it all.David Priess chatted with Maurer about her experience growing up in Oceania, the scope of the nuclear detonations in the region, how the people of Oceania have addressed radiation effects through stories, why cultural resilience has remained a greater theme than individualism or victimhood, how these narratives inform our current era of climate change, and more.Works mentioned in this episode:The book The Ocean on Fire by Anaïs MaurerThe book Quand le cannibale ricane by Paul TavoThe short story "Eden" in the collection Vai: La Rivière au ciel sans nuages by Ra'i ChazeThe book The Whale Rider by Witi IhimaeraThe visual art French Apocalypse Now by CronosThe Coconut poetry series by Teresa TeaiwaThe book Pensées insolentes et inutiles by Chantal SpitzChatter is a production of Lawfare and Goat Rodeo. This episode was produced and edited by Cara Shillenn of Goat Rodeo. Podcast theme by David Priess, featuring music created using Groovepad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode SummaryErin and Rachel dive into a discussion of Finding Nemo (2003), the box office splash that enthralled audiences and critics alike. This movie about fish offers a surprising amount to wade through in terms of environmentalism, gender politics, and ableism. Episode BibliographyAl-Jbouri, E., & Pomerantz, S. (2020). A new kind of monster, cowboy, and crusader? Gender hegemony and flows of masculinities in Pixar animated films. Boyhood Studies, 13(1), 43-63. doi: 10.3167/bhs.2020.130104Arthur, C. (2004, July 1). 'Finding Nemo' pets harm ocean ecology. The Independent. https://web.archive.org/web/20080601023112/http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/finding-nemo-pets-harm-ocean-ecology-565398.htmlÅstrӧm, B.  (2017). Marginalizing motherhood: Postfeminist fathers and dead mothers in animated film. In B. Åstrӧm (Ed.), The Absent Mother in the Cultural Imagination (pp. 41-258). doi: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49037-3_15Axelrod, J. (2015, July 18). 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Finding Nemo. Southeast Missourian. https://www.semissourian.com/story/110310.htmlGimphacks. (2018, December 14). IS “GIMP” A SLUR? [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voCigbuzOHsGuerrero, A. P. S (2015). An approach to finding teaching moments on families and child development in Disney films. Academic Psychiatry, 39, 225-230. doi: 10.1007/s40596-014-0240-6Heffington, B.D. (2015). A pentadic criticism of three Disney/Pixar films: Spirituality and environmentalism in “Monsters, Inc.”, “Finding Nemo”, and “WALL-E.” [Graduate Thesis, Northern Arizona University]. Henley, J. (2004, February 24). Nemo finds way to French court. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2004/feb/24/books.filmI_Hate_Kidz. (2016). AA in Finding Nemo [Online forum post]. Reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/stopdrinking/comments/3wljup/aa_in_finding_nemo/Jodie, Q. (2016, March 10). ‘Nemo Há'déést'į́į́'. Navajo Times. https://navajotimes.com/reznews/nemo-hadeestii/LightsCameraAction. (2019, September 1). Finding Nemo (2003) - The Making Of. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2zx3gcuXnkMilitz, T. A., & Foale, S. (2017, May 1). The “Nemo Effect”: Perception and reality of Finding Nemo 's impact on marine aquarium fisheries. Fish and fisheries, 18(3). doi: 596-606. 10.1111/faf.12202Ness, M. (2017, May 25). Fish Parenting and Disability: Finding Nemo. Tor.com. Retrieved February 18, 2024, from https://reactormag.com/fish-parenting-and-disability-finding-nemo/Preiser, R., Pereira, L.M., & Briggs, R.  (2017). Navigating alternative framings of human-environment interactions: Variations on the theme of ‘Finding Nemo. Anthropocene, 20, 83-87. doi: 10.1016/j.ancene.2017.10.003Preston, D.L. (2010). Finding difference: Nemo and friends opening the door to disability theory. The English Journal, 100(2), 56-60.Price, D. A. (2009). The Pixar Touch: The Making of a Company. Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group.Prosek, J. (2010). Beautiful Friendship. National Geographic. https://web.archive.org/web/20190427052617/https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2010/01/clownfish-anemone-symbiotic-relationship/Puig, C. (2003, May 29). Sweet and funny 'Nemo' works just swimmingly. USA Today. https://usatoday30.usatoday.com/life/movies/reviews/2003-05-29-nemo_x.htmRizvi, S. (2010, December 24). Remembering Glenn McQueen (1960-2002). The Pixar Times. https://pixartimes.com/2010/12/24/remembering-glenn-mcqueen-1960-2002/#google_vignetteRodriguez, R. (2003, May 30). 'Finding Nemo' enchants at all levels; sets high-water mark for summer flicks. Miami Herald. https://web.archive.org/web/20030604160444/http://ae.miami.com/entertainment/ui/miami/movie.html?id=99879&reviewId=12209Sherlock, B. (2020, February 21). Just Keep Swimming: 10 Behind-The-Scenes Facts About Finding Nemo. Screen Rant. https://screenrant.com/finding-nemo-behind-scenes-facts-disney-pixar-movie/#ellen-degeneres-nailed-the-most-emotional-scene-in-one-takeStanton, A. (Director). (2003). Finding Nemo [Film]. Walt Disney Pictures.Taing, T. L. (2022, July 27). The Animation 'Magic Trick' That Made Finding Nemo Work. Slash Film. https://www.slashfilm.com/943107/the-animation-magic-trick-that-made-finding-nemo-work/Turan, K. (2003, May 30). Hook, line and sinker. Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-may-30-et-turan30-story.htmlvan Oosterwijk, I., & McCarthy, W. (2023). Once upon a dystopian time… the portrayal and perception of environmentalism in Pixar's Finding Nemo and WALL-E. Quarterly Review of Film and Video, 40(7), 848-873. doi: 10.1080/10509208.2022.2049181Verrier, R. (2003, July 29). 'Nemo' Becomes the Big Fish at the Animation Box Office. Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-jul-29-fi-nemo29-story.htmlWestbrook, B. (2004, April 9). Finding Nemo. Houston Chronicle. https://web.archive.org/web/20050911024614/http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/moviestory.mpl/ae/movies/reviews/1929968Wolsos, J. 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Rachel House might be just shy of a household name, but is definitely one of our most acclaimed and accomplished actresses, with key roles on what amounts to a role call of New Zealand's greatest films: Whale Rider, Boy, Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Cousins and more. She's just directed her debut feature in The Mountain, and joins Duncan Greive on The Fold at the very end of a lengthy promotional tour for a very funny and very exhausted conversation about the experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Zealand month continues as we tackle our first Māori text with Witi Ihimaera's 1987 novel and Niki Caro's 2002 film adaptation.The book is short but beautiful, particularly the unusual "framing" device from a whale's perspective that provides an underlying religious element.The film plays more like a standard coming-of-age tale made for a broad (read: white) audience. It's still good, but the intention is surprisingly different considering the many 1-to-1 adaptation choices that were made.References:> Ed. Gonzalez. "Whale Rider: Review" Slant Magazine> Michael O'Sullivan. “Niki Caro: lifting the lid on the Whale Rider 'backlash'” StuffWanna connect with the show? Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and BlueSky @HKHSPod or use the hashtag #HKHSPod:> Brenna: @brennacgray (BlueSky/Instagram)> Joe: @bstolemyremote (Twitter/Instagram) or @joelipsett (BlueSky)Have a mail bag question? Email us at hkhspod@gmail.com Theme music: Ben Fox "Think About the Lights" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Māori novelist Witi Ihimaera, author of the 1987 novel The Whale Rider, joins moderator Nicola Daly (University of Waikato) for a post-screening discussion of Niki Caro's 2002 film Whale Rider. Ihimaera discusses the novel's relationship to Māori stories and cultural practices, his writing process, and the film's enduring legacy. This event was presented in conjunction with the 26th biennial Congress of the International Research Society for Children's Literature (IRSCL). Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39338]

Māori novelist Witi Ihimaera, author of the 1987 novel The Whale Rider, joins moderator Nicola Daly (University of Waikato) for a post-screening discussion of Niki Caro's 2002 film Whale Rider. Ihimaera discusses the novel's relationship to Māori stories and cultural practices, his writing process, and the film's enduring legacy. This event was presented in conjunction with the 26th biennial Congress of the International Research Society for Children's Literature (IRSCL). Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39338]

Māori novelist Witi Ihimaera, author of the 1987 novel The Whale Rider, joins moderator Nicola Daly (University of Waikato) for a post-screening discussion of Niki Caro's 2002 film Whale Rider. Ihimaera discusses the novel's relationship to Māori stories and cultural practices, his writing process, and the film's enduring legacy. This event was presented in conjunction with the 26th biennial Congress of the International Research Society for Children's Literature (IRSCL). Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39338]

Māori novelist Witi Ihimaera, author of the 1987 novel The Whale Rider, joins moderator Nicola Daly (University of Waikato) for a post-screening discussion of Niki Caro's 2002 film Whale Rider. Ihimaera discusses the novel's relationship to Māori stories and cultural practices, his writing process, and the film's enduring legacy. This event was presented in conjunction with the 26th biennial Congress of the International Research Society for Children's Literature (IRSCL). Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39338]

The Community of Christ, formerly the RLDS church, has named its new president! We bring on guest Evan Sharley to help us navigate the history of the RLDS/CoC, the climate into which Stassi Cramm is ascending to the office of prophet/president, and the current issues within the Community of Christ which converge to give a bleak impression of its future. Then we review the movie Whale Rider, a heartfelt legend-exploration story about progress overcoming conservatism. Then we wrap with some happy news about OpenAI and ChatGPT.   Show Notes:  Gileriodekel.com - Evan's personal website facebook.com/people/Heart-of-Discernment/100087683864565 - Heart of Discernment (progressive advocacy group) Gileriodekel.com/Maxims - Maxims of the Mother (Evan's book gathering her thoughts and beliefs) heartofdiscernment.com/polyamory-panel - Sunstone 2023 panel heartofdiscernment.com/polyamory-primer - About polyamorous families https://gileriodekel.com/books/   Media: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0298228/?ref_=hm_rvi_tt_i_2    Happy News:  https://thetechbasic.com/openai-seeks-to-combat-the-use-of-chatgpt-for-political-purposes-in-the-u-s-elections/    Go get your Glass Box Candle!  https://exmocandles.com/creator-candles/ Look for the Destroying Angel.    Other Appearances:    Come see us on Aron Ra's YouTube channel! He's doing a series titled Reading Joseph's Myth BoM. This link is for the playlist:   https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJ4dsU0oGMKfJKvEMeRn5ebpAggkoVHf  Check out his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@AronRa   Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod  Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/glassboxpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GlassBoxPod  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/  Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on “Store” here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com   

The Pasefika Movie Starter Kit travels on the back of the ancient whale Tohora to Whangara, New Zealand for a young girl's fight for her grandfather's approval. Paikea has all the qualities to be a future chief other than being born a male. We discuss the themes of cultural sexism and equality as well as diving into Tradition vs Modernity, Duty vs Dreams and Cultural expectations overlooking obvious leaders. We introduce you to the characters, break down each scene and give our Final Scores for Whale Rider. "Whale Rider" Directed by Niki Caro Based on the book by Witi Ihimaera Released - 11 September 2002 (Toronto), 30 January 2003 (New Zealand), 25 July 2003 (Germany) Starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Rawiri Paratene, Cliff Curtis, Rachel House Follow The Pasefika Movie Starter Kit at www.instagram.com/thepasefikamoviestarterkit Follow The Movie Boys Marcus - www.instagram.com/OhHelloMarcus Lance - www.instagram.com/ballinesian

Academy nominated actress Keisha Castle-Hughes was uncertain about her future after her breakthrough role in Whale Rider at the age of 12. Now, almost two decades later, she shares insights about her fascinating life both on and off the screen.  Her acting career has united New Zealanders, who take pride in watching Paikea, the young girl they all know, take on more significant roles, inspiring future actors and actresses of Aotearoa. Recently, we had the privilege of sitting with Keisha, where she talked about her humble beginnings, identity struggles, having a child at a young age, and the valuable lessons she learned during her time in the industry. This is her story. Indigenous 100 - Keisha Castle Hughes

Cal and Chris discuss the 2003 nominees for Best Actress in a Leading Role, which were Keisha Castle-Hughes (Whale Rider), Diane Keaton (Something's Gotta Give), Samantha Morton (In America), Charlize Theron (Monster), and Naomi Watts (21 Grams). Whale Rider: 03:33 - 19:57Something's Gotta Give: 19:57 - 34:51In America: 34:51 - 49:5421 Grams: 49:54 - 1:07:24Monster: 1:07:24 - 1:25:46Listener Questions: 1:25:46 - 1:44:47Conclusions/Ranking: 1:44:47 - 1:55:53

This week Alex & Ryan conclude their talk with writer-director Angie Wang, in the second episode of a two-part series where they discuss Niki Caro's 2002 film "Whale Rider."  Angie Wang is the writer-director of MDMA, an autobiographical '80s crime drama starring Annie Q. and Francesca Eastwood, which is in theaters from September 14 through Shout! Factory. She was born in 1965 and holds a B.A. with a triple major in Economics, Political Science and Psychology from Rutgers University. She is a survivor of not only the 1980s, but also of Silicon Valley in the 1990s, where she became a successful entrepreneur after founding her own sales and recruiting firm there. Along the way, Wang also founded GROW, or Global Resiliency Outreach Work, which provides innovative programs to at-risk youth that foster emotional resiliency and broaden life perspective. Angie Wang IMDB The 2002 New Zealand drama Whale Rider written and directed by Niki Caro, based on the 1987 novel of the same name, is the story of a twelve-year-old Māori girl whose ambition is to become the chief of the tribe. Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave first-time filmmakers a chance to direct their first feature film.   In 2018, Alex wrote and directed the film High Voltage starring David Arquette and Luke Wilson. Ryan Gibson Ryan Gibson is an Emmy-award winning producer of such films as the critically acclaimed Woe and the upcoming film Slotherhouse. He has worked for over twenty years in all aspects of film development and production. MAX launched the latest season of the Emmy-nominated TV series Project Greenlight from executive producer Issa Rae and Miramax Television in July 2023. How I Got Greenlit Instagram Twitter Podlink Credits Alex Keledjian, Host Ryan Gibson, Host Pete Musto, Producer/Editor Jeremiah Tittle, Producer Experience more of How I Got Greenlit via ncpodcasts.com For guest inquiries, sponsorships, and all other magnificent concerns, please reach How I Got Greenlit via howIgotgreenlit@gmail.com For inquiries and more information on Next Chapter Podcasts info@ncpodcasts.com New episodes go live every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes you have to rewatch a movie that no one has heard of...and we are happy to do so in the case of 2003's absolutely wonderful indie drama "Whale Rider."  A vastly different movie than our lead-in, but one that is as memorable two decades later. Along with a few new beers, some fun trivia, and more big words from Tim, we think you will enjoy this Happy Hour episode.Thanks for your support!  Find us on Threads (20years4beers), Facebook or 20years4beers.com for more!

If you've not heard of 17th Century artist Artemesia Gentileschi, you're not alone. The good news is that Mickey's been on Zoom with author Elizabeth Fremantle to find out about Gentileschi's incredible life, what her beautiful but brutal paintings reveal about her story, and Elizabeth's new book Disobedient. Jen's chatting to journalist and author Paula Cocozza about her new book Speak To Me, and a lack of connection in an overly-connected world. In Jenny Off The Blocks, we'll be looking ahead to the Women's World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday. Hooray. In Rated or Dated, will there be blubb(er)ing as Hannah picks one of New Zealand's most famous films, Whale Rider? And in BT there's sexism, more sexism, ageism and a bit more sexism for good measure.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/standardissuespodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MOVIE DISCUSSION:  Melanie and Melvin discuss the poignantly melancholic New Zealand film, Whale Rider, one of Melanie's favorite movies!  Topics: (PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 22-minutes of discussing specific qualities we love (and hate!) in movies with examples, and why these things work (or don't!). (PATREON EXCLUSIVE) Whale Rider opens on an extremely dour note, which functionally means it's a great tone-setter for a dour movie!Keisha Castle-Hughes is particularly stellar in a movie that's already stacked with excellent performances.The character of the grandfather made Whale Rider very difficult for Melvin to watch. Not out of anything personal, but just because his character is so insufferable.The ending of Whale Rider is conflicting, so Melvin and Melanie explain more about the movie before explaining more about their feelings.Regardless of cultural strain, a community often produces the same toxic attributes when it is in deterioration: lethargy, apathy, and a drunken sleaze. Cultural rejuvenation, however, can come in multiple ways.The two curiously ponder other movies that contain healthy depictions of non-Anglo-Saxon cultures.Melvin angry-rants about the poor streaming quality of Whale Rider on both Peacock and Prime (two services it was available on at the time of recording). He frustratingly ponders the state of film preservation in the age of streaming. Recommendations: Little Giants (1994) (Movie)Braindead (1992) (Movie) (DVD purchase) (Justwatch)Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers Social Links: Twitter Website Facebook Group

A Good Person (cinema)  Allison is a young woman with a wonderful fiance, a blossoming career, and supportive family and friends. However, her world crumbles in the blink of an eye when she survives an unimaginable tragedy, emerging from recovery with an opioid addiction and unresolved grief. In the following years, she forms an unlikely friendship with her would-be father-in-law that gives her a fighting chance to put her life back together and move forward. Starring woman of the moment, Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman.  The Mother (Netflix)  While fleeing from dangerous assailants, an assassin comes out of hiding to protect her daughter she left earlier in life. Starring Jennifer Lopez and directed by Kiwi Niki Caro of Whale Rider fame.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa interviews director Niki Caro on the release of her new Netflix film, THE MOTHER starring Jennifer Lopez. Director Niki Caro, is one of the most successful filmmakers to emerge from New Zealand in recent years.   After completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Postgraduate Diploma in Film, Caro directed a number of highly acclaimed short films. "Sure To Rise" screened in Competition in Cannes in 1994; and "Footage" at the Venice Film Festival in 1996.  Her first feature film "Memory & Desire" was selected for Critics Week at the Cannes Film Festival in 1998.   Her second feature film, "Whale Rider," won twenty seven international awards, including audience awards at prestigious international film festivals including Toronto, Sundance, Rotterdam, San Francisco, Seattle and Maui. It won an Academy Award nomination for Keisha Castle-Hughes, then the youngest person ever to be nominated in the Best Actress category. Following the international success of "Whale Rider", Caro directed "North Country" for Warner Bros. Charlize Theron and Frances McDormand were nominated for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress respectively at the 2005 Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, BAFTAs, Satellite Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards. After relocating to the United States, Caro directed "McFarland, USA" starring Kevin Costner, for Disney, "The Zookeeper's Wife", starring Jessica Chastain, for Focus Features, and a movie length pilot for Netflixí "Anne With an E".  Nominated for 54 awards, with 27 wins, "Anne With an E" also won Caro the prestigious DGA award for the pilot episode.   In 2018 Caro directed Disney's live action remake of the classic animation "Mulan", making her the 4th woman in history to direct a movie with a budget of over $100M.  Mulan was released in 2020. Caro's latest project is the epic global action movie, "The Mother", starring Jennifer Lopez, to be released on Netflix on May 12, 2023. Show Notes: THE MOTHER - Trailer Niki Caro Niki's Instagram @nikicaro WHALE RIDER - Trailer NORTH COUNTRY - Trailer In Her Voice is a Woman and Hollywood Podcast, hosted by Melissa Silverstein (Founder of ⁠Women and Hollywood⁠ and Co-Founder of the ⁠Athena Film Festival) and produced by ⁠⁠Leonie Marsh⁠⁠. Subscribe to this podcast on Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts. ⁠Join Substack ⁠for Melissa's weekly curated list of content made by women. Twitter ⁠@melsil⁠ and ⁠@womenahollywood⁠ Instagram ⁠@womenandhollywood

In the thirty fourth episode of the series we review the 2002 drama Whale Rider starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Rawiri Paratene, Cliff Curtis, and Rachel House

Do they know how to tell a good Indigenous story in the land of the Maori? Find out in the latest episode of the Red Gaze where we take on the movie "Whale Rider".

Legendary Hollywood screenwriting teacher Joan Scheckel shares her insights about the true value of meaningful storytelling. Joan has refined a creative process called The Technique – a deep storytelling discipline so deep and profound, you dare not do it if you're not 100 per cent committed to your craft. Joan has worked on hundreds of films: from Little Miss Sunshine to Whale Rider to Transparent. Talking with Joan, we are in the presence of a true master.

What you'll learn in this episode:   How Jeremy found that landscape architecture translated to jewelry making Why he was drawn to working with paper, and how he came up with his distinctive technique Why jewelry is a powerful object to preserve memories Jeremy's design process and how he creates a unique piece of jewelry for each client   About Jeremy May   Jeremy May is a Landscape Architect born in Suffolk, UK. After having worked in his field of design for over 10 years, Jeremy created the first paper ring in September 2007. Jeremy's literary jewels were first introduced to the public in January 2009, transforming the paper that aspires to last beautifully and bring joy, colour, and love to all those sustainably minded individuals. The jewels have been presented in London, Paris, Osaka, Athens, Hamburg and Saint Petersburg. Currently Jeremy is working on private commissions and on creating collections of jewels under a thematology to be presented in exhibitions around the world. He lives and works in London.   Additional Resources: Jermey's Website Jermey's Instagram   Photos available on TheJewelryJourney.com   Transcript:   It takes an adventurous jewelry designer to eschew traditional materials like metal and diamonds in favor of paper. But as a former landscape architect who left his career for more thrilling creative pursuits, Jeremy May was up for the challenge. He joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast to talk about why he was drawn to paper when he first discovered jewelry making; how he came up with his one-of-a-kind technique; and how he works with clients to create the perfect, meaningful piece. Read the episode transcript here.  Sharon: Hello, everyone. Welcome to the Jewelry Journey Podcast. This is the first part of a two-part episode. Please make sure you subscribe so you can hear part two as soon as it's released later this week.    Today, speaking to us from London is Jeremy May, who creates unique literary jewels from pages of vintage books. He transforms these books into unique pieces of paper jewelry with quotes carefully cut from the book. Each piece is unique to the wearer. We will hear more about the books and how he creates his unique jewels today. Jeremy, welcome to the program.   Jeremy: Hello. It's an honor and a delight to speak to you.   Sharon: Tell us about your jewelry journey. How did you start?   Jeremy: I started in 2007. I made my first ring for my wife for our first wedding anniversary. I made it from a newspaper, and that's basically how it all started for me in the jewelry world. I studied as a landscape architect, and I did that for about 12 years. When I made the first ring, that was like the catalyst. I saw my new profession, and I decided that landscape architecture was not for me. I started making jewelry.   Sharon: With landscape architecture, had it been in the back of your mind, “I have to find something else”?   Jeremy: I started landscape architecture from a very young age. My parents were both in the horticulture world, so it was in the forefront of my mind. My grandfather was a head gardener, so plants and horticulture were always at the forefront of my mind. It was second nature. For me, a progression into landscape architecture was great because I loved art and design, and that was my output, if you like, for creativity. From a very young age, about the age of 12 or 13, I decided I was going to be a landscape architect.    I researched and worked out how I was going to do this, what courses and classes I needed to take. I ended up going to Greenwich University, and it was very much an art-based course. It was less about horticulture and plants and more about design. I loved it; I adored it, actually. It was less writing and exam-based and more about design and making artwork, really. I was in my element there, and then you get to the end of the course and go, “O.K., now I have to go and get a job. That's fine.” For 10 years, I loved it; I really did. I was working with the public. I was creating urban parks in London and having so much fun, but my biggest problem was that the projects were taking too long. They were taking years and years to come to fruition. I started to get itchy feet, so I decided I was going to change, but I didn't know what and I didn't know how. This went on for two years.    In the meantime, I made my first ring for Eva, and then it was like, “Oh wow! I can do this.” I had never thought about jewelry before. I had never thought there was this whole world out there. I had no understanding of it, but I knew I was getting excited about it. I was like a dog with a bone. I went to see friends who were jewelers and watchmakers and product designers, and I asked them questions. I had lots of chats with them and they helped me a lot. They gave me books and introduced me to other people, but everything they were saying wasn't interesting to me. They were showing me things that had already been done by people who had already worked with metal, with pearls, with diamonds, and it didn't really interest me.    I really wanted to understand paper, so people were showing me origami and folded paper. I was like, “O.K., that's great, but it's not really what I'm interested in.” I wanted to discover something new. I wanted to invent something or do something that no one else was really doing. I was just playing around, and I started stacking paper up. It was like a eureka moment. I compressed them under high pressure, and then it was like, “Oh wow! That works!” It was almost like turning paper back into wood. I created a material—it was a bit like plywood—but I wasn't using any glues or resins. It was also purely natural. It was just paper. I was like, “Oh wow! If I do it like this and I do that, maybe I can make a ring out of this.” That's basically how I started.    Sharon: With all the art they taught you, did they touch on jewelry at all?   Jeremy: No, never. It was fine art. It was painting. It was a little bit of collage, and we were working with clay. We were working with a lot of materials. We were given the opportunity to experiment and do anything to get the mind working, to be inspired and then to help you come up with a design. They were trying to get you to have a catalyst to get you inspired.    Sharon: Inspired for landscape architecture work or everything?   Jeremy: Well, it was good training for anything, but in this situation it was for landscape architecture. If ever you got stuck with a design and you didn't know where to go, they were saying, “Why don't you do a collage? Why don't you do a painting? Why don't you make something with your hands?” It would help you become un-stuck and inspire you.    At university, my teachers were constantly saying, “Think about something new. Think about something different. Don't go down the same route. Don't copy.” That formed me. What molded me into me now is that I don't want to copy people. I don't want to copy a design. I don't want to copy my same design. I want each piece I make to be unique and one-off. It bores me, in a way, to repeat myself. I can't do it. If someone says to me, “Oh, I like that ring. Can you make one the same?” No, I can't.   Sharon: That's interesting. When you went to these jewelers to ask them their opinion or get ideas, you already had it in mind that you wanted to do something different.   Jeremy: Yeah, because I didn't know what it was to work with paper. I thought about working with wood or some other material. They gave me books, “This is what other people have done,” and I was like, “That's great, but it's not what I want.” I wasn't inspired. It wasn't like, “Oh, wow! Maybe I can work on that and come up with another solution, another idea.” When I went away, I was a bit disappointed and frustrated, but after sitting there daydreaming—which is one of the things I love, just to daydream, to have the opportunity to sit back and look out the window and let your mind wander. I find a lot of solutions and problems are solved that way. Yes, my friends helped me a lot in showing me what I didn't want to do.   Sharon: These people, these jewelers, probably thought you were nuts when you mentioned paper.    Jeremy: Yes, in a way. They were classically trained jewelers working with precious metals and I said, “O.K., I want to do something different. I don't know what I want to do. Can you help me? I really want to work with paper because paper is the first material for a wedding anniversary.” That was my starting point. From there, it was like, “O.K., maybe you could do this. Maybe you could that,” and I was like, “O.K.”   Sharon: How do you choose the paper and the book? If I come to you with a book, do you say, “O.K., I'll take this book and use it,” or do you have input?   Jeremy: Clients come to me and say, “I want you to make me a piece of jewelry.” Some of them will say, “This is the book I want you to use,” and I go, “O.K., that's great.” Other clients say, “I don't know what book I want to use. Can you help me?” and I give them parameters. I say, “If you have a thick book, then the piece of jewelry can be bigger. If it's thin, then you can do a smaller piece.” It comes down to the quality of the book, whether it's hardcover or softcover, the age of the book, the country the book was published in, because that can lead to different qualities of paper. You have a chat with the client about that, but then it comes down to the clients, what book is personal to them. Books are very, very personal, and it means a lot to them to have a particular novel or author.   Sharon: Do you have a library yourself that you pull from and say, “How about this book?”   Jeremy: Yeah, absolutely I do. My shelves here are absolutely full. I can say, “What about this one? What about that one?” but the majority of the time they say to me, “I'll send you a book,” and they'll go to their own library and clip it out. Or, if they say, “I want this book,” I can start researching to find a suitable copy. I prefer to work with vintage books, ones that have been read or are being used. They feel like they have a history to them. I don't particularly like using new books that have just been printed.    Sharon: Do you say to them, “Pick the book,” and give them parameters, and then do you say, “Pick the quote in the book you want”?   Jeremy: No, after I receive the book, I read the book completely. While I'm reading, I'm sketching. Within the words, I get inspired for the design of the jewel. From there, I pick a particular quote, and that then inspires me to finalize the design.    Sharon: So, you might start out with a ring and then read the book and say, “This should really be a pin,” or “It should be a necklace.”   Jeremy: Yeah, absolutely.   Sharon: Does the client say anything to you? Do they argue?   Jeremy: I am so lucky that clients go with what I say. There have only been a few times when they said, “I really would like some reds. I would like it a little bit bigger.” I'm so lucky that clients just go, “Yup, that's great,” which is completely different from when I was working as a landscape architect. You would take your design to the client and they would go, “I don't know. Maybe you could change this. Maybe you could change that.” You go through so many revisions. Now I'm producing sketches, and I send them to clients and they go, “Yeah, great, fantastic!” I'm like, “Really? Are you sure? Would you like little changes?” “No, I love it. Let's do it.”    Sharon: That's very nice that they don't have that many changes, only once in a while. Tell us about the process. How do you make pages stick together? How do you make your jewelry stick together, because it's made of different pieces, right?   Jeremy: Yeah. That is a little bit of magic and a little bit of a secret, but I don't use any strong chemicals. I don't use glues or anything like that. I'm basically using high pressure and squashing them together. I use a form of Japanese lacquer to coat them, but the strength of it comes from the actual paper, the lamination. I'm folding the paper. I'm overlapping it and then compressing it into the actual form.   Sharon: Does paper jewelry last like a jewel?   Jeremy: Absolutely. I made the first one for my wife in 2007 and it's as the day I made it. You do have to respect it. It is paper. It's not metal, so if you do bang it hard, you can chip the corner or it can split. I've had that a couple of times from clients. They didn't realize it, mainly because it's so light. I've had this in galleries. People have come up and gone, “Wow,” and they pick the ring up and then immediately drop it because they expect it to be heavy. It's paper, so I understand that it can damage if they drop it onto a concrete floor or something like that, but I can easily repair it.    Sharon: The high pressure and the techniques you use, are they things you learned being a landscape architect?   Jeremy: No, this was completely separate. It was through experimentation. Over the years, I've just experimented and changed my techniques over the last 15 years or so. It's a beautiful material to work with because it allows you to do pretty much anything in any form, and I'm constantly experimenting with the form. I'm constantly looking for new techniques or a way of fine-tuning it to be able to make bigger or smaller pieces. I've started to experiment with larger sculptures because I think my work is sculptural. It's sculpture you can wear, and I've thought, “Oh, maybe I can make this slightly bigger.” I use books, so I'm confined by the size of the book. If I can find a big book, then I'm super excited. I have made three or four sculptures now.    Sharon: Can you put books together for larger pieces?   Jeremy: I suppose I could, but I've never actually done that.    Sharon: Would you say what you do is art jewelry?   Jeremy: Yeah, I think so. I always think of jewelry as precious materials and gold and stuff like that, so I see my work more as sculpture, jewelry sculpture. I always find it weird to call myself an artist or a jeweler. I don't know exactly what I am, but it's a point to say, “You're this. You're that.” But I create sculpture people can wear, I think.   Sharon: How do you describe it to people who walk into a gallery and see all this metal, whether it's an art gallery or a jewelry gallery, and then they see paper jewelry? How do you describe what you do?   Jeremy: All my jewelry is set within the book. So, after I've read the book, I'm cutting exactly the amount of paper I need from the book in the shape of the jewel. When I'm finished, the jewel goes back into the book. In the gallery, I present the piece of jewelry with the book, so immediately when they see it, they make the connection, “Ah, it's paper.” Sometimes they say, “Why are you putting clay jewelry in books?” They can't understand. Then I say, “No, it's from the book. It's paper.” “Oh, wow!” I do try and put text or some sort of reference to the book visible on the ring so in an exhibition, people can actually make the connection.    Sharon: That's interesting. That's why I asked you how long it lasts. I think of paper jewelry as being really delicate and not long-lasting, but you say you laminate it. Do you make one-offs only?   Jeremy: Yeah, absolutely. I do one-offs because I get inspired by the book, that individual, unique book. When I read another book, I get inspired in a completely different direction, which makes it super exciting. When I start reading, I don't know what I'm going to make. By the end of the book, I know exactly what piece I'm going to make. It makes my job super exciting. I never get bored.   Sharon: So, you'll pick a book that a client hasn't brought you, but just a book you wanted to read, and you design something while you're reading it.   Jeremy: Yeah, exactly. For an exhibition or a gallery exhibition, I'll produce a series of works where I've chosen the book. Normally I choose a theme. I've done exhibitions revolving around Harlem novels or fantasy novels or romances. I do it within a library or a genre.    Sharon: How do people find you? What's your biggest way of getting the word out?   Jeremy: I honestly don't know. A lot of it has been luck. When I started, a friend of mine had a shop in London and she said, “Why don't you come and do a few pieces in my shop? I can sell them there.” I said, “O.K., great.” From that, someone was walking past. They saw the work and said, “Oh, come and exhibit in Paris.” I said, “O.K., I'll come and exhibit in Paris.” From there I got an exhibition in Japan. It's all been like that. I never really went out looking for galleries or anything. I never pushed my work. People just found me, which has been really nice. Blogs have found me over the years. They come across my website and they've written about me. Then other people write about me through the internet. People are finding me that way. Then Instagram came along, which is fantastic as well.   Sharon: Your website is very nice. Tell us the name of the link on your website. We'll have it at the end.    Jeremy: It's Littlefly.co.uk. That's Little Fly because in the beginning I didn't know what to call myself or what to call my work. My first ring was inspired by my wife. When she was young, she wasn't given a name, and her eldest brother called her Little Fly. So, I decided that was great. I called it Little Fly and it stuck.    Sharon: How old was your wife before she had a name?    Jeremy: I think she was three or four.    Sharon: When you present something to them and it's finished, do you say to them, “Here's the book. This is where it came from, and this is why it's meaningful to you”? What do you tell them?   Jeremy: Yes, I come up with a design. I've spoken a lot with the client and they tell me about themselves. The majority of my clients are men and it's a gift for their partners.   Sharon: Oh, that's interesting.   Jeremy: Yeah, 90% of my jewels are for men for their partners. In the process, I speak with them and get an understanding of who they are. I understand what they need. After I produce a sketch and I'm showing it to them, then I don't know. Something just kind of clicks. I've had people crying when I've made jewels.    A gentleman came to me. He said, “I want you to use the book ‘The Whale Rider,' and I want you to make a ring for my wife.” I said, “O.K., great.” “When you come to London, could you come and meet her and give it to her?” I said, “Yes, of course.” So, we met in a restaurant. I came up, and they were already eating. I handed her the book, and she opened it and burst into tears. I was like, “Oh, no, she doesn't like that. Is it because I've destroyed her favorite book?” But no, she was so excited that she loved it. She immediately connected with it. I don't know how to fully describe it, what I do in relation to the client's desire for a particular piece or colors or form. I've done it for so long, I just seem to get that feeling, that emotion from them. I seem to understand what they need, if that makes sense.   Sharon: It does make a lot of sense. Do you think men buy from you for their wives if they feel like their wives already have diamonds and pearls?   Jeremy: This is a completely different emotional level. Gentlemen come to me and say, “I've been looking for something different for my wife for years. I found you, and you need to make a piece for her. This is her favorite book.” I had a gentleman who wanted to propose to his wife. This couple had traveled around Australia for two years, and they had used a Lonely Planet travel book for it. Inside there were notes and rips. The book was falling apart, and he wanted to use this exact book for me to make a ring for him to propose to his wife.    I've been nervous other times about starting to cut a book, but this is the first time I had this intense emotion that I was cutting the book itself. You could go and buy a new copy for a few pounds, but this book was so emotional and so charged that it was very difficult for me to—I put it off for a long time. It sat on my desk. “Oh, I'll do it later. I'll do it later.” I did it, but sitting there with a scalpel—because I use a scalpel for most of my work—I sat there ready to cut the first page, and that was very difficult.    Sharon: Have you ever had a book that's so dog-eared and worn that you haven't been able to use it?   Jeremy: Yes, absolutely. I've explained that to the client. No one's actually sent me one, but I have wanted to use a book because it's so beautiful, but it's falling apart. It would just fall apart while I'm creating the jewel.   Sharon: Can you put it back together if it's worn?   Jeremy: No. I've actually kept them. If books fall apart, I put them on the shelf because I think they're so beautiful as they are. I don't want to repair them because they've had a life. I'd rather go and find another copy that is usable. My shelves are littered with these old books, hundreds of years old.   Sharon: Tell us about something you're very proud of, the thing or one or two things you did with—let's call it vintage book jewelry. I don't know what else to call it.   Jeremy: That's a very difficult question because I'm always happy about the pieces I'm working on at the moment. I'm proud of all my jewels. I'm super happy with all of them, but what gets me out of bed in the morning is the piece I'm making right now. As soon that one's finished, I don't think about it; I'm thinking about the next one.   Sharon: We will have photos posted on the website. Please head to TheJewelryJourney.com to check them out.

Kiwi actor Cliff Curtis is a critically acclaimed Hollywood actor with a string of starring roles working with A-list directors and performers. But his heart is with the stories of Aotearoa New Zealand. The latest is Muru, a fictional action thriller whose story begins with the 2007 real-life, so-called 'anti-terror' police raids in a remote township in Te Urewera. Cliff Curtis is a co-producer, and actor in Muru and plays a community police officer caught in the middle of the unfolding events. The film also features Tame Iti, a police target for arrest in the 2007 raids, as himself. Curtis' roles in NZ made productions stretch back to the early 90's, including Desperate Remedies, Once Were Warriors and Whale Rider.

In this episode we cover the 76th Academy Awards, which honored the films of 2003. The nominees were: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Lost in Translation, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, Mystic River, and Seabiscuit. We also discuss a host of non-nominees including City of God, Whale Rider, Shattered Glass, The Station Agent, and Kill Bill.Notes: SPOILERS - we talk through the full plots of all the movies we cover.Timestamps are approximate: 8:40 - Lost in Translation21:35 - Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World29:30 - Mystic River44:50 - Seabiscuit50:00 - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King58:00 - Should something else have been nominated?59:00 - City of God1:04:00 - Whale Rider1:11:30 - Shattered Glass1:20:00 - The Station Agent1:24:00 - Kill Bill: Vol. 11:26:50 - Did the Oscars get it wrong?1:28:30 - Jake Gyllenhaal Corner1:29:50 - Conclusions1:32:50 - Next Time

Kamu shares the Maori story that inspired a novella and movie. The Whale Rider 15th Anniversary Movie - Amazon Video (Amazon Affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3AxCTpA The Whale Rider - Audiobook (Amazon Affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3bVbuDN Join our email list https://legendsfromthepacific.ck.page/32ca50bd23 *We respect your privacy. We will not share your email. You can unsubscribe at any time. Visit our store: https://legendsfromthepacific.com/store Link to this episode on our website https://legendsfromthepacific.com/bonus-3-paikea Please give us a rating, write a review, subscribe, follow us, and share us with your friends and family. ***** Join our email list and claim your exclusive unaired episode today: "Hawaii's Faceless Ghost - Mujina" (Unaired Episode) https://legendsfromthepacific.ck.page/32ca50bd23 *We respect your privacy. We will not share your email. You can unsubscribe at any time. Listen to Kamu's unaired paranormal experiences by becoming a Patreon supporter today: https://www.patreon.com/legendsfromthepacific Send your unusual Pacific experience to be shared on a future episode. https://legendsfromthepacific.com/feedback  Visit our Fan Art Section: https://legendsfromthepacific.com/fan-artwork Instagram: legendsfromthepacific Twitter: LegendsPacific Follow Legends from the Pacific wherever you listen to audio. → Follow via Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legends-from-the-pacific/id1501091122 → Follow via Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/search/legends%20from%20the%20pacific → Follow via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qhdkYUl8R7hSw6OZYJLye → Here's our RSS feed: https://legendsfromthepacific.libsyn.com/rss www.LegendsFromThePacific.com

The year is 2004 and the nominees are: 1. Keisha Castle-Hughes - Whale Rider 2. Naomi Watts - 21 Grams 3. Diane Keaton - Something's Gotta Give 4. Charlize Theron - Monster 5. Samantha Morton - In America - In 2004 Charlize Theron received her first Oscar nomination and win for playing Aileen Wuornos who was a prostitute and serial killer. This haunting performance remains one of the best in Oscar history (IMO). This was a very strong year with very diverse performances each brilliant in their own way. Naomi Watts gave a devastating performance in the movie 21 Grams playing a woman who loses her children and husband in a hit and run accident. Samantha Morton plays an Irish immigrant trying to make it in America while trying to overcome the loss of her son. Diane Keaton plays in a much more light hearted rom-com defying age in a brave (and funny) performance in Something's Gotta Give. Finally Keisha Castle-Hughes gives a captivating performance in Whale Rider becoming (at the time) the youngest Best Actress nominee at 13. The current record is held by Quvenzhané Wallis who was nominated at 9. Join host Kyle Brownrigg with guest host Jesse Reynolds as they discuss. . . . . . . . . . . . . #bestactress #supporting #oscars #academyawards #hollywood #silverscreen #vintage #gay #queer #lgbtq #canada #losangeles #gaypodcast #robbed #snubbed #film #movie #podcast #supporting #lead #keishacastlehughes #whalerider #naomiwatts #21grams #dianekeaton #somethingsgottagive #charlizetheron #monster #samanthamorton #inamerica

The Director of Photography on the new film Whina, Leon Narbey, actually filmed the 1975 land march that the cast and crew were recreating for the movie about the Maori matriarch who led it. Leon was able to tap into both the documentary he worked on and his own memories of spending time with the protesters, to add authenticity to the film. Dame Whina Cooper campaigned tirelessly on behalf of her people and he was delighted to be able to revisit her story through being part of the Whina team. Leon's previous films include Whale Rider, The Orator, No. 2, Dean Spanley, and Illustrious Energy, which he directed in 1987. Fun fact : When he's not filming he's making award winning olive oil! He talks to Lynn Freeman about his feelings when he was invited to be DOP on Whina: Whina, starring Rena Owen and Miriama McDowell, goes into general release around the country on June 23.

Rachel and Walls catch up on the high stakes game of chicken between Disney and Florida governor Ron DeSantis regarding the discriminatory "Don't Say Gay" bill. After checking in, Rachel shares her on-set experience working on an episode of CBS's FBI: Most Wanted. Walls considers what she's grown out of and what she's grown into, as she tries to listen more and assume less. Walls recommends a workout to keep your body fresh, while Rachel recommends trying a new flavor here and there to keep your outlook fresh. After this episode our hosts will be taking a one-week spring break, but they'll be back with more questions, recs, and laughs before you know it! What's something you've grown out of? Try any new flavors you love recently? Let us know on Instagram and Twitter. Emails and voice memos welcome at withrachelandwalls@gmail.com! Supporters! THANK YOU! To join them, tap the "Support" button here. Music by Royer Bockus LINKS! Freshen up your apartment workout with MadFit on YouTube, or download the MadFit app for Apple or check out the MadFit app on Android Watch Rachel's episode of FBI: Most Wanted on CBS --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/withrachelandwalls/support

The myths and legends of Mermaids, Selkies, Sea Witches and Sirens have called to our souls ever since we emerged from the oceans of Lemuria and Atlantis… In this special musical episode Lucy shares sublime songs from the sea, that capture the wild sensuality of the mermaids, the tidal magicks of the Sea Witches, the hypnotic allure of the Siren song, and the inspirational freedom songs of the Selkies. With songs of quiet grandeur, to epic power ballads, to saltwater chants and melodies, all of the bewitching music featured within this special episode of the Witchcast will help re-connect your soul to the great Sea Mothers, and to their eternal language - song. In between the songs Lucy shares oceanic magickal traditions, the song-story of Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii, waves of fascinating sea-lore, and the ebbs and flows of water witchery. With a rich diversity of artists from Nick Cave, Wendy Rule, Elizabeth Fraser, Lisa Gerrard, The Pixies, Damh the Bard and many more, this is an enchanting Witchcast you’ll want to download and play again, and again, and again. Let the waters wash over us, witches! Songs are: Go Forward by Lisa Gerrard (from the Whale Rider soundtrack) The Sheringham Mermaid by Spiral Dance Wendy Rule La Femme de la Mer Aurora: Black Water Lilies Skott: Mermaid Natasha Blume: Black Sea Ashley Serena: My Jolly Sailor Bold Nick Cave: Mermaids Brona Keogh: Sea Witch Wendy Rule: Water Wendy Rule: Night Sea Journey With love and magick to the beautiful group of people at Patreon who bring the Witchcast to life every episode - love you very much. With thanks to Shayne, for being THE production Wizard (and for teaching me how to use Zoom record!), and to darling Georgia for her evocative imagery. Thankyou to everyone listening in, and if you would be so kind as to support the Witchcast with a rating or a review on iTunes or wherever it is you listen to your podcasts, that would be so appreciated by this Witch. Most of all, Thankyou and waves of blessings for listening.Lucy’s website is lucycavendish.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wrap yourself in a blanket and grab an arsenal of tissue paper; this week the siblings have a heartfelt chat about Eden's favorite movie: 2002's 'Whale Rider.' Niki Caro directs this beautiful New Zealand-based heart wrencher, and both Eden and Sam bawled their damn eyes out. Keisha Castle-Hughes was nominated for the Best Actress Academy Award for her stunning performance as Paikea, but was robbed by the Monster-ous Charlize Theron. A truly amazing film, and the sibs give it the highest of recommendations. In the second and final segment of the show, Sam blind pitches three movies with people riding unusual things for episode 41.Hosts: Eden Robards, Sam RobardsInstagram: storageroommovieboomTwitter: storageroompodEmail: storageroompod@gmail.com

Welcome along for episode eight of Don't Know Her. This time round we are changing things up a little to chat about Dads on film as we celebrate Father's Day. For the episode we selected four films with Father characters we are particularly fond of, namely: Gary Lewis in Billy Elliot, Rawiri Paratene in Whale Rider, Tracy Letts in Lady Bird and Colman Domingo in If Beale Street Could Talk. We also spoke about some of our other favourite movie Dads and perhaps what kind of stories we'd want for Father characters in cinema moving forward. So please join us as we share the love for some amazing Dads of the big screen and wax lyrical once again on some truly wonderful films!! Follow @dontknow_her on Twitter and Instagram to keep updated on upcoming episodes and to have your say on future episodes. 00:46 - Intro and our favourite Father characters 07:25 - Gary Lewis in Billy Elliott (Stephen Daldry, 2000) 17:04 - Rawiri Paraten in Whale Rider (Nikki Caro, 2002) 26:31 - Tracy Letts in Lady Bird (Greta Gerwig, 2017) 32:15 - Colman Domingo in If Beale Street Could Talk (Barry Jenkins, 2018) 39:57 - Game 48:26 - What stories about Fathers would we like to see in the future? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dontknowherpod/message

Linda Goldstein Knowlton is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, working in both documentary and scripted feature films, as well as in television. Linda directed and produced WOMEN AND HOLLYWOOD, one of the six, one-hour documentaries for the Emmy-nominated PBS MAKERS: Women Who Make America series. Prior to that, she produced CODE BLACK, Best Documentary winner at LA Film Festival and the Hamptons International Film Festival, and the basis for the new CBS one-hour drama of the same name. Previously she directed and produced SOMEWHERE BETWEEN, which won the Sundance Channel Audience Award at the Hot Docs Film Festival, and was released theatrically in over 80 cities across the US. The film was chosen as one of 10 films for the 2012 Sundance Film Forward: Advancing Cultural Dialogue program. For her directorial debut, Linda co-directed THE WORLD ACCORDING TO SESAME STREET, which debuted at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival in completion and aired nationally on PBS. Linda started her career producing feature films, including the award-winning WHALE RIDER and THE SHIPPING NEWS. Today, we talked to her about her most recent documentary, WE ARE THE RADICAL MONARCHS. The film follows the first troop of Radical Monarchs, an alternative to the Scout movement for girls of color, aged 8-13, for over three years, until they graduate. The film also documents the Co-Founders, Anayvette Martinez and Marilyn Hollinquest, struggle to respond to the needs of communities across the US and grow the organization after the viral explosion of interest in the troop's mission to create and inspire a new generation of social justice activists. Stream now on PBS until 8/19!

This week: WHALE RIDER!! It's Alex's pick, and it's like a very sad Moana where no one sings! Cinema Bias is a Content Candy production. Support us by liking this podcast, subscribing, and leaving a nice review! But also, like support it with actual $$ via Patreon? Check out Drew's Youtube channel! And I even occasionally TWITCH. Social medias: @Videodrew @real_alexmac

We headed back to the ocean to celebrate World Whale Day with an episode on Whale Rider! Show Notes –Southern Right Whales –Kiwi and Paikea –Paikea –The Naming of Things: Right Whales vs Right Whale Dolphins

The first film this week is the latest indie darling that's gained some decent critical steam, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON. Moving on from there, the boys dive headfirst into a meaty PICK SIX breakdown of their favorite American remakes of foreign films. Lots of fun variety popping up here. The most recent listener-commissioned THROWBACK CHALLENGES are the coming-of-age comedy, NOW AND THEN (1995), and the wise New Zealand picture, WHALE RIDER (2003). Refreshments enjoyed this go 'round: Invester Belgian Golden Ale w/honey and vanilla by Taxman (Noah), and G'Suffa Oktoberfest by Fat Heads (Andy). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-film-harmonic/support

Find Keke and Brad amongst the Kiwis this week as the World podcast travels to the realm of New Zealand! Hear about the Maori peoples, the All Blacks, the Common Wealth woes, and the Highs of the modern era. Brad hosts but Keke comes to the pronunciation rescue more times than we could count.

Brian's daughter returns to talk about the unlikely duo of MR. MOM and WHALE RIDER which are coming out from Shout Factory Select!