About Us

Talking Films is Martina Drago’s new eight-episode podcast. The production started in September 2021 at the University of Sussex (England), taking place during the challenging Covid-19 pandemic and lasting seven months.   

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In the first season, Martina investigates eight revolutionary movies that introduced outstanding technical developments, and/or explored and highlighted controversial social topics. From masterpieces like Citizen Kane and box-office triumphs like The Lord of the Rings to the very discussed Harry Potter saga, each of these films has made an impact on cinema and/or society.

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Each episode explores different themes and genres giving space to Martina’s thoughts and her professional and engaging analysis. The vibrant and dynamic style of Talking Films is supported by the precious contributions of five scholars and/or filmmakers: Frank Krutnik (episodes one and two), Frances Smith (episodes three and five), Catalina Balan (episodes six and seven), Andy Nall-Cain (episode four), and Irene Fubara-Manuel (episode eight).  

 

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