EPISODE · Jan 30, 2024 · 0 MIN
"The voice you hear is not my speaking voice, but my mind's voice..."
from Quotable Cinema · host Cala Vox
"The voice you hear is not my speaking voice, but my mind's voice. I have not spoken since I was six years old. No one knows why, not even me. My father says it is a dark talent and the day I take it into my head to stop breathing will be my last.“Holly Hunter (Ada McGrath) in "The Piano" (1993)"The Piano," directed by Jane Campion, is a visually stunning and emotionally powerful film set in 19th-century New Zealand. The story follows a mute pianist, Ada McGrath, who communicates through her music and forms a complex relationship with a rugged frontiersman, intertwining themes of desire, repression, and liberation.Quotable Cinema: 🎬 Iconic Lines from the Silver Screen 🎥 is a captivating podcast series dedicated to celebrating the most memorable and impactful lines in film history. Each episode delves into the world of classic and contemporary cinema, exploring the stories behind the lines that have moved audiences, defined characters, and left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape. Listeners can expect a journey through the magic of movie dialogue, from the stirring speeches and witty one-liners to the romantic declarations and philosophical musings that have echoed through theaters. Join us as we celebrate the words that have made us laugh, cry, think, and feel, all while shaping the world of cinema, meticulously curated by Cala Vox.Now magically available for your reading delight as an eBook on Amazon Kindle.
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"The voice you hear is not my speaking voice, but my mind's voice. I have not spoken since I was six years old. No one knows why, not even me. My father says it is a dark talent and the day I take it into my head to stop breathing will be my last.“Holly Hunter (Ada McGrath) in "The Piano" (1993)"The Piano," directed by Jane Campion, is a visually stunning and emotionally powerful film set in 19th-century New Zealand. The story follows a mute pianist, Ada McGrath, who communicates through her music and forms a complex relationship with a rugged frontiersman, intertwining themes of desire, repression, and liberation.Quotable Cinema: 🎬 Iconic Lines from the Silver Screen 🎥 is a captivating podcast series dedicated to celebrating the most memorable and impactful lines in film history. Each episode delves into the world of classic and contemporary cinema, exploring the stories behind the lines that have moved audiences, defined characters, and left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape. Listeners can expect a journey through the magic of movie dialogue, from the stirring speeches and witty one-liners to the romantic declarations and philosophical musings that have echoed through theaters. Join us as we celebrate the words that have made us laugh, cry, think, and feel, all while shaping the world of cinema, meticulously curated by Cala Vox.Now magically available for your reading delight as an eBook on Amazon Kindle.
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