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The Problem with Deconstructing Male Characters on Screen
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the trend of deconstructing male characters in the film industry, making them more vulnerable and overshadowed by their female counterparts, and the importance of creating original female characters and roles instead of simply replacing male characters with females.
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The conversation surrounding the potential of a female James Bond has sparked debate about the importance of creating new female heroes rather than changing established male characters.
05:30 - 10:29 (04:59)
Summary
The conversation surrounding the potential of a female James Bond has sparked debate about the importance of creating new female heroes rather than changing established male characters. There is concern that changing the core characteristics of James Bond in an attempt to make him more feminine would ultimately detract from what makes the character so interesting and exciting.
ChapterThe Problem with Deconstructing Male Characters on Screen
Episode#546 - Baggage Claim - Modern Cinema Treats Women Like Idiots
PodcastModern Wisdom
The host discusses the potential harmful effects of using revenge as a motivator in storytelling and how it can lead to a lack of depth in character and story development.
10:29 - 13:39 (03:09)
Summary
The host discusses the potential harmful effects of using revenge as a motivator in storytelling and how it can lead to a lack of depth in character and story development.
ChapterThe Problem with Deconstructing Male Characters on Screen
Episode#546 - Baggage Claim - Modern Cinema Treats Women Like Idiots
PodcastModern Wisdom
The guest speaks about how self-taught knowledge can leave gaps that need to be filled, but real-life experience and learning by doing can produce a wild brilliance that needs to be honed.
13:39 - 15:29 (01:49)
Summary
The guest speaks about how self-taught knowledge can leave gaps that need to be filled, but real-life experience and learning by doing can produce a wild brilliance that needs to be honed.