EPISODE · Jun 12, 2025 · 22 MIN
Ep 232: Reviewing “The Peasants” (2023) Poland’s Animated Masterpiece Made Entirely of Oil Paintings
from Midday Movies · host Laura Fones and Stephen Frothingham
Hosts Laura and Stephen delve into the unique Polish animated film 'The Peasants' in their podcast 'Midday Movies.' The innovative film, directed by filmmaking couple Hugh and DK Welchman, is composed of 40,000 oil paintings and based on the 1924 Nobel Prize-winning novel by Wladyslaw Stanislaw Reymont. The film uses six paintings per second to create a visually stunning narrative about Jagna (played by Kamila Urzedowska), a young woman defying societal norms in her traditional 19th-century village. Despite lighthearted beginnings, the story turns dark, reflecting societal versus natural values. The film, Poland's official entry to the 96th Academy Awards, is now streaming on Netflix, portraying a beautiful yet poignant tale with unique visual artistry.And look forward to our Alien-themed RPG “Facehuggers and Friends,” featuring members of the Umbrella Podcast Collective (https://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com/umbrella) as players. Releasing in June, in advance of FX’s “Alien: Earth” series (2025). Follow the Umbrella Podcast Collective on IG at @umbrellapodcastcollective for updates on “Facehuggers and Friends: An Alien RPG.”We want to know what you think about our podcast! Let us know in this brief survey here.Listen to us on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social media to stay up to date on upcoming shows and announcements! Instagram Facebook LinktreeCheck out our new merch shop here for tees, totes, stickers and more!
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