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Ep. 6 - Battleship Potempkin

Ep. 6 - Battleship Potempkin

FromTheater Cleaners


Ep. 6 - Battleship Potempkin

FromTheater Cleaners

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
May 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of "Theater Cleaners," Todd and Dom revisit the classic 1925 silent film "Battleship Potemkin," directed by Sergei Eisenstein.The film tells the story of a mutiny aboard the Russian battleship Potemkin in 1905, and the subsequent events as the crew attempts to spread their revolutionary ideals to the people of Odessa.Todd and Dom analyze the film's innovative use of montage, a groundbreaking editing technique that Eisenstein pioneered, to create powerful and emotionally charged sequences. They discuss the film's themes of revolution, social justice, and the power of the people to effect change. They also explore the film's historical context, including the events of the Russian Revolution and the censorship battles that "Battleship Potemkin" faced upon release. They discuss the film's impact on cinema history, as well as its lasting influence on filmmakers around the world.Join Todd and Dom as they reflect on the legacy of "Battleship Potemkin" and explore why it remains a landmark in the history of cinema nearly a century after its release
Released:
May 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (16)

Welcome to Theater Cleaners - the podcast where we take a lighthearted look at the world of movies, hosted by Todd and Dom, two former film school students who now work in the industry.Join us as we journey through the history of cinema, analyzing films from the earliest days of moving images through to modern-day blockbusters. We'll explore what makes certain movies influential and memorable, and what makes others forgettable.Each episode, we'll take a deep dive into a specific film, the plot, characters, themes, and production elements, discussing what works and what doesn't, and we'll share our personal opinions and experiences along the way.So whether you're a die-hard cinephile or a casual movie-goer, join us as we explore the world of cinema, one film at a time. You might even learn a thing or two along the way. Thanks for tuning in to Theater Cleaners!