Episode #45: Lessons Learned From Philomena
from The Thin Place Hosted by Film Geek Radio
Just in time for the Academy Awards, Ken and Todd look at one of the nominees: Stephen Frears's Philomena. How does the film depict its protagonist's Roman Catholicism, and what can those outside that denomination learn from her example? SHOW NOTES: 0:00 - Intro and plot summary: SPOILER WARNINGS. 4:57 - Being interested in other people. 10:40 - Philomena as a "good" Catholic and the power of habit. 22:50 - Institutions and the individuals who populate them. 30:00 - The acting, and a minor reservation. DON'T FORGET: You can contact us by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
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