Open To Criticism
Wendy LloydWhat if your taste in movies is being dictated by powerful voices who don’t look like you, think like you, or care about the stories you want to see? Film critic Wendy Lloyd investigates who’s really shaping what you watch – and why it matters.
In the #MeToo, BLM, and Times Up era, are the gatekeepers of film criticism changing, or are the same old voices still pulling the strings? Wendy digs deep... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 23 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Categories | TV & FilmFilm InterviewsFilm Reviews | ||||
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For the final episode in the current season I'm speaking to leading academic on Black British and African American film, Dr Clive Nwonka. Clive's latest book Black Boys: The Social Aesthetics of British Urban Film is the first to have been written on... more
The much maligned Rom-Com is a perfect example of how a whole film genre can be dismissed by dint of who the stories are for, and who they are about. (Clue: it's not men!). After a classy start in Hollywood, Rom Coms - and their sister genre 'Chick F... more
I return to the subject of critics versus influences this week, following my enlightening chat with critic and industry influencer Ashanti Omkar back in Season 1. Influencers are increasingly being used by film publicists to provide exposure and hype... more
In the hierarchy of film genres, those aimed at kids, or "family" movies, don't tend to be up there. Even though from Toy Story, to Finding Nemo to Snow White and her Dwarves, there's a long history of iconic movies that have defined the childhoods o... more
Perhaps it's rash of me to assume you're on board with my narrative about inequalities in film criticism and its skewed white male demographic. Perhaps you need to hear from someone at the coalface of data who can confirm my claims - and add to them ... more
We're back to sex again, because let's face it, it's a key area where inequality and abuse can take place onscreen. However, since the Weinstein furore, more attention is being paid to how intimate scenes are filmed, and how actors are supported in t... more
This week I talk to critic Gabriella Geisinger about the representation of Jews onscreen, prompted by several big movies in the past year that provoked debate about authentic casting. I'm talking of course about Maestro, Oppenheimer and Golda. I reac... more
Film festivals are more than just red carpet glamour. They're THE launchpad for movies, and the difference between a positive critic reaction versus an across the board trashing can make or break a film. But whilst there are a much more representativ... more
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- Interesting and informative!
Not only is it a pleasure to listen to Wendy Lloyd’s mellifluous tones, but this podcast casts a new light for me on what makes a good film review and what to be aware of when reading or listening to one. It is good to know that these days we have much more access to different points of view and reviewers come from different backgrounds and experiences. Well worth a listen!
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United Kingdom3 years ago - The Voices We Should Be Hearing
As a longtime fan of film and avid consumer of film writing, I am finding this podcast extremely interesting. Such a wide and vivid selection of voices that accurately mirrors the actual worldwide film audience. How many more beautiful films would we have the opportunity to catch if these critics voices were broadcast more widely? At times I fear that film criticism in the UK is akin to the Netflix algorithm; more of the same, time and again. Hopefully, these valuable conversations will help bri... more
Apple Podcasts5Big Bear MedicineUnited Kingdom3 years ago - Sideways is always a better view
Wendy Lloyd struts past the big boys of cinema criticism and introduces us to a whole new way of looking at film. Black, feminist, FEMALE .. she reminds us that without these viewpoints, we’ve only seen half the picture.
Apple Podcasts5Gilly SmithUnited Kingdom3 years ago - Fascinating new podcast.
Articulates my frustrations so eloquently.
Apple Podcasts5go to fig.2United Kingdom3 years ago - A fresh take on film
In a world overflowing with movie podcasts, to find one with such an original perspective and unique take on film is very refreshing. It can be very easy to undervalue the importance of criticism in the history of film, but Wendy and her guests remind you that it plays a vital role in filmmaking to this day.
Apple Podcasts5PaulQ82United Kingdom3 years ago - Just listen!
What an excellent, eye opening podcast examining who gets to talk about film - and who is respected and listened to. Brilliantly put together and articulated. Highly recommended.
Apple Podcasts5HollyCam10United Kingdom3 years ago
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