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Jackson from 'History with Jackson' joins Sean to discuss one of his favourite films: Jojo Rabbit (2019). Jackson and Sean use the film as a framework to delve into the world of Nazi Germany, totalitarian regimes and how this film stays funny and effective, whilst dealing with such a grim subject matter. Guest: https://historywithjackson.co.uk/ Discussion Points: -The unique and weird tone of the film. -Jackson and Sean discuss some of the criticism aimed at the film. -The power of humour. -Sean compares the films opening to Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997). -Sean and Jackson dive into totalitarian regimes, indoctrination and the cult of personalities. -Taika Watiti's portrayal of Adolf Hitler. -The lasting memory of Occupation. -The role of women in Nazi Germany. -The strong performances and dialogue of Jojo Rabbit. -The power of 'doing what we can' and the power of love. Raised Questions: -Do overwhelming positive reviews put you off seeing a film? -How do you tackle such a depressing and serious subject? -Is this film a good place to introduce this subject to new generations? -Does a good cast guarantee a good film? -Which line did Sean really not like? -Why didn't Nazi Germany collapse sooner? -Did you expect an Augustus Gloop impression in this review? -How is this film THIS funny, given the subject matter? -Has the term 'Nazi' been diluted and devalued? Thanks for Listening! Find us here: X: @YourselfReview Instagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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