#150 - Pearl (2022): Dreams, Darkness, and Despair in the Quest for Stardom

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เนื้อหาจัดทำโดย Armand Haddad เนื้อหาพอดแคสต์ทั้งหมด รวมถึงตอน กราฟิก และคำอธิบายพอดแคสต์ได้รับการอัปโหลดและจัดหาให้โดยตรงจาก Armand Haddad หรือพันธมิตรแพลตฟอร์มพอดแคสต์ของพวกเขา หากคุณเชื่อว่ามีบุคคลอื่นใช้งานที่มีลิขสิทธิ์ของคุณโดยไม่ได้รับอนุญาต คุณสามารถปฏิบัติตามขั้นตอนที่แสดงไว้ที่นี่ https://th.player.fm/legal

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On this episode of The Cinedicate, dive into the dark and dazzling world of "Pearl." As we dissect the haunting journey of a dream-chasing farm girl set against the grim backdrop of wartime America, we will explore how ambition can twist into madness. From eerie auditions to chilling familial betrayals, uncover how "Pearl" connects to its cinematic sibling "X," and join us in unraveling the intricate tapestry of desire, horror, and the quest for fame. This discussion promises a compelling look at the lengths one might go to realize a dream.

What to expect from the episode:

- An insightful discussion on Pearl's complex character development and her dark journey towards her dream amid historical events like World War I and the Spanish flu.

- A comparative analysis of the film "Pearl" with its precursor "X," focusing on themes of ambition, isolation, and the portrayal of internal versus external threats.

- Exploration of the film’s aesthetic influences from classic cinema and how these contribute to the storytelling, along with speculations on future narratives in this cinematic universe.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction.

01:19 Theatrical Order vs. Chronological Order.

05:02 Pearl and X's aesthetic homages.

08:36 Pearl's plight.

13:31 Pandemic subtext and ambition.

16:22 Pearl’s desires lead to intense conflict.

18:46 Kindness of Pearl's family.

21:06 Transformation into a malevolent star.

25:24 Opportunities emerge.

29:46 Cringe-inducing moments in the film.

33:59 Pearl is not the main character of Ti West's cinematic universe.

35:48 Howard's homecoming.

39:10 Pearl's cathartic monologue.

41:20 Mia Goth’s powerful emotional scene.

47:07 Expectations vs. Reality.

50:29 TikTok'd.

51:17 Timeless stars stand out with talent and charisma.

55:36 Maxxxine predictions.

58:28 Ti West and Mia Goth appreciation and Outro.

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