Birth on Film

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A podcast analysing and discussing the portrayal of pregnancy and birth in popular culture.

  1. 05/15/2024

    Season 1 Recap

    Join us for a special episode to discuss the themes and trends we discovered in season one of Birth on Film. Despite thinking we'd chosen a diverse bunch of movies, you might be surprised at the amount of overlap these movies share.  You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok (@birth.on.film.podcast) Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    34 min

  2. 05/08/2024

    Episode 10 - Baby Mama

    Welcome to episode 10 and the final movie we discuss in season one, Baby Mama. Starring Tina Fey and Amy Pohler, this film ambitiously sought to turn pregnancy and birth into comedy gold. Listen in as we discuss the chaos of a surrogacy story with some questionable 'facts'.  You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok (@birth.on.film.podcast)  Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    41 min

  3. 05/01/2024

    Episode 9 - What To Expect When You're Expecting

    Welcome to episode 9, where we are discussing What To Expect When You're Expecting, a cinematic depiction of pregnancy and birth that shares a name with a very well-known guide to pregnancy.  This movie stars Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Diaz, Elizabeth Banks, Brooklyn Decker and Anna Kendrick and follows the stories of 5 women with different experiences of having a baby. This episode is jam-packed! You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok (@birth.on.film.podcast) Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    52 min

  4. 04/23/2024

    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...).  You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@birth.on.film) Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    46 min

  5. 04/17/2024

    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.  You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram (@birth.on.film), TikTok (@birth.on.film) and Facebook.  Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    50 min

  6. 04/10/2024

    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.  You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram (@birth.on.film), TikTok (@birth.on.film) and Facebook.  Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    39 min

  7. 04/05/2024 ·  Bonus

    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 You can contact us on our website, www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram (@birth.on.film), TikTok (@birth.on.film) and Facebook.  Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    15 min

  8. 04/03/2024

    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.  You can contact us on our website www.birthonfilm.com Follow us on Instagram (@birth.on.film), TikTok (@birth.on.film) and Facebook.  Remember to subscribe here to keep up to date with our latest episodes.

    46 min
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A podcast analysing and discussing the portrayal of pregnancy and birth in popular culture.

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    birthonfilmpodcast
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