Birth on Film birthonfilmpodcast
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Birth on Film is a podcast discussing and analysing depictions of pregnancy, birth and the postpartum in popular culture.
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Episode 8 - Nine Months
Welcome to episode 8, discussing a 90's movie, Nine Months. Starring Julianne Moore and Hugh Grant amongst a cast of recognisable faces, this movie set out to be a hit but did not receive rave reviews. Join us as we discuss who this movie is actually about (hint: it's not the female lead...).
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Episode 7 - Bridget Jones's Baby
Welcome to Episode 7, discussing Bridget Jones's Baby, the third part in the 3-movie saga based on books by Helen Fielding. Starring Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth and Patrick Dempsey, this movie follows the tale of an unintended pregnancy and a quest to figure out paternity. Join us as we discuss how DNA works and why we think this is not a woman-friendly film.
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Episode 6 - Juno
Welcome to episode 6, discussing Juno. This depiction of teen pregnancy and adoption received rave reviews and multiple awards and had an impressive box office return. Join us as we discuss the portrayal of pregnancy and birth in this quirky film.
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Special Episode - Born At Home
Welcome to a special episode of the podcast, discussing a brand new documentary about homebirth. Born at Home was made in Queensland, Australia, by Eleanor Currie and Amanda Banks. This movie explores the intricacies of birthing at home and beautifully explains the philosophy that underpins the practice. If you're even a tiny bit curious about homebirth, this is a great place to start.
You can learn more about Born at Home, including where to see it, at www.bornathomefilm.com.au
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Episode 5 - Twilight Breaking Dawn
Trigger warning: the discussion of the birth scene in this movie includes some graphic information. Proceed with caution if a traumatic birth is upsetting to you.
Welcome to episode 5, which features the part-human, part-vampire pregnancy and birth in Twilight Breaking Dawn. This movie stars Kristen Stewart as Bella, a regular human woman, and Robert Pattinson as Edward, a vampire. Join us as we discuss and analyse a record-speed pregnancy unlike anything we've ever seen before.
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Episode 4 - Star Wars Episode 3
Welcome to episode 4, where we are discussing the depiction of pregnancy and birth in Star Wars Episode 3, a pivotal plot point in the greater Star Wars saga. Natalie Portman stars as Padme Amidala, alongside Hayden Christiansen as Anakin Skywalker and Ewen McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi. Join us as we dissect what on earth (but not on earth) is happening during the birth scene in this popular science fiction movie.
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