After the Groundhog gang watched (and didn't cry at 😉) J.Lo's Halftime on Netflix, the Dames discuss a multitude of both positive and sometimes problematic branches that grow from the mighty tree that is The Block's very own Jenny.
Jennifer Lopez - goddess or false idol? With an ever-present career spanning dance, music, TV and film her reach is global, but is her brand aspirational or impossible?
And is a documentary really a documentary if the person behind it is the star of the show? It's becoming more common, but is clearly biased filmmaking.... isn't this also called propaganda? And propaganda + J.Lo = J.Lo-ganda
Delving into the influence of celebrity, we discuss body image, that trendy term "body positive", society’s expectations on image, the line between a healthy mindset vs physical health and representation. Why are we looking to celebrities for answers on our own bodies? Expectations in society stem from those we put on pedestals.... if we put them there should they have any responsibility to those that look up to them?
And the reverse - if you work in a visual medium and the work is being judged by aesthetics, is this ok? Should the public have the right to an opinion when it comes to celebrity bodies? #RebelWilson had backlash from her own team when she wanted to have her 'year of health'. #KumailNanjiani got 'fit' provoking negative remarks from his so-called fans.
A film about strippers for example is inviting you to look.... cue sexy spotlight on 2019's all-female Hustlers, starring J.Lo and directed by #LoreneScafaria (Coherence fangirling over here!). Is Hustlers cusping two worlds? Is it a sexy music video with cameos from recognisable pop stars (hey #Lizzo and #CardiB 👋); or gritty commentary on the Haves and Have Nots, showing the lengths women have to go to for a 'better' life?
Women in front and more importantly behind the camera is a very positive thing.... but does this save the storyline? Female empowerment has turned into female saviour (with J.Lo as the sexy mother hen). Is this actually a film we've been waiting for where those on screen are behind it and taking control.... of their bodies and the narrative?
Delving into some heavy topics but never feeling like it, is what your friendly neighbourhood Dames do best 👌
Through what could be described as some uncharacteristic celeb gossip, we meander into the most personal chat to date, which has maybe surprised us all with where this led to!
Join us down this evocative rabbit hole.... Don't be fooled by the rocks that we've got, this episode is a heavy (but fun) hitter.…
After the Groundhog gang watched (and didn't cry at 😉) J.Lo's Halftime on Netflix, the Dames discuss a multitude of both positive and sometimes problematic branches that grow from the mighty tree that is The Block's very own Jenny.
Jennifer Lopez - goddess or false idol? With an ever-present career spanning dance, music, TV and film her reach is global, but is her brand aspirational or impossible?
And is a documentary really a documentary if the person behind it is the star of the show? It's becoming more common, but is clearly biased filmmaking.... isn't this also called propaganda? And propaganda + J.Lo = J.Lo-ganda
Delving into the influence of celebrity, we discuss body image, that trendy term "body positive", society’s expectations on image, the line between a healthy mindset vs physical health and representation. Why are we looking to celebrities for answers on our own bodies? Expectations in society stem from those we put on pedestals.... if we put them there should they have any responsibility to those that look up to them?
And the reverse - if you work in a visual medium and the work is being judged by aesthetics, is this ok? Should the public have the right to an opinion when it comes to celebrity bodies? #RebelWilson had backlash from her own team when she wanted to have her 'year of health'. #KumailNanjiani got 'fit' provoking negative remarks from his so-called fans.
A film about strippers for example is inviting you to look.... cue sexy spotlight on 2019's all-female Hustlers, starring J.Lo and directed by #LoreneScafaria (Coherence fangirling over here!). Is Hustlers cusping two worlds? Is it a sexy music video with cameos from recognisable pop stars (hey #Lizzo and #CardiB 👋); or gritty commentary on the Haves and Have Nots, showing the lengths women have to go to for a 'better' life?
Women in front and more importantly behind the camera is a very positive thing.... but does this save the storyline? Female empowerment has turned into female saviour (with J.Lo as the sexy mother hen). Is this actually a film we've been waiting for where those on screen are behind it and taking control.... of their bodies and the narrative?
Delving into some heavy topics but never feeling like it, is what your friendly neighbourhood Dames do best 👌
Through what could be described as some uncharacteristic celeb gossip, we meander into the most personal chat to date, which has maybe surprised us all with where this led to!
Join us down this evocative rabbit hole.... Don't be fooled by the rocks that we've got, this episode is a heavy (but fun) hitter.…