The Whale review

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01/29/23 • 31 min

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Darren Aronofsky's The Whale sparks a deep and profound conversation this week. The character study of a reclusive English teacher (Brendan Fraser) living with severe obesity who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter (Sadie Sink) has garnered criticism for its subject matter, but Popcorn Podcast dives into the film's symbolism, message and the incredible Oscar-nominated performances of Brendan Fraser and Hong Chau to bring you all you need to know about The Whale. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast.

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