Creative Collective

Podcast brought to you by Creative Collective. Hosted by Julia and Louis, avid consumers of theatre, film and music in the age of modernity. Expect in depth analysis, opinions and special guests from within the industry.

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Episodes

Violence in Film: A Short Discussion

In this episode, Louis discusses the usage of violence in film in different contexts.

Nov 02, 2020•17 min

Our First Time: The Shining

To mark the start of this new miniseries in which we watch cinema classics for the very first time (as well as to mark Halloween), Creative Collective watched Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining' starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd.

Oct 25, 2020•27 min

Tenet Soundtrack Review

In this weeks episode, Louis goes back to Christopher Nolan's Tenet, this time to have a more in depth look at Ludwig Goranssons' supporting soundtrack. The Tenor drums are rolling, Travis Scott is auto-tuning, and no one has a clue what anyone is saying. Stay tuned for the final verdict.

Sep 13, 2020•25 min

Moonlight and Masculinity: With JJ Bola

Louis is joined by author and educator JJ Bola to discuss his new book Mask Off: Masculinity Redefined, and delve deep into the meanings and lessons of the film Moonlight, which follows the story of a gay man growing up in Miami.

Sep 06, 2020•1 hr 24 min

All Eyes on TENET

As Cinemas up and down the UK re-opened, it was up to Christopher Nolan's $220 Million Dollar Blockbuster Tenet, featuring David John Washington and Robert Pattison, to get audiences back in front of the big screen. It is arguably his most audacious film to date, could Julia and Louis keep up? Or would they become lost to the realms of complicated exposition?

Aug 30, 2020•34 min

Amateur Acting (Featuring Glyn Rogers)

With our very first special guest, Louis and Glyn discuss the world of amateur acting and relive some of Glyn's experiences and achievements in a career spanning over 30 years.

Aug 23, 2020•54 min

Covid-19 and British Theatre

In this week's episode, Julia and Louis explore the implications of the pandemic on the present and future of theatres and their workers up and down the UK.

Aug 16, 2020•26 min

Celebrity casting in theatre: A debate

Is it really fair to have YouTube stars walk into a west end role? Does the money they bring into the theatre make up for taking the spot of someone more talented and more passionate about the role than they are? Julia and Louis answer these questions and more.

Aug 09, 2020•25 min

A Neutral Critique of 1917

1917, directed by Sam Mendes, swept up the award after award and received almost completely positive feedback from viewers and critics alike, but was it really that good? Several months on, Julia and Louis take a step back to analyse the film in depth, and highlight its many strengths as well as its many weaknesses. This episode also includes a discount code provided by Pluto Press.

Aug 02, 2020•43 min

The Brit School: A Personal Account

Julia takes us through her time as a Brit school student, discussing the wide range of courses available, the productions she was involved in, and much more. This episode is perfect for anyone thinking or planning to attend the Brit School in future.

Jul 11, 2020•19 min

Abstract for the Sake of It? The Lighthouse

Robert Eggers 19th Century based psychological horror passion project left audiences around the world dumfounded and confused. Julia and Louis are here to solve the mystery that is "The Lighthouse"

Jul 05, 2020•27 min

Small Island: National Theatre Production

Small Island featured as part of the National Theatre's stay at home campaign and was available to watch for free on Youtube. It follows the story of two individuals caught up in the wind rush generation and how they navigated the racist terrain of 1940's Britain. Julia and Louis recall the elements of the production they most enjoyed and disliked, as well as engage in a conversation regarding the messages around racism that the production is trying to convey. This includes the attitudes of retu...

Jun 28, 2020•47 min

Getting to Know the Creative Collective

In this brief maiden episode, joint hosts Louis and Julia share each of their top 3 films currently and explain why.

Jun 21, 2020•16 min

Creative Collective- Trailer

In this short trailer, co-hosts Julia and Louis give a brief description of what is to come from the podcast

Jun 13, 2020•1 min

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