Immersive Cinema Podcast

In this episode, your host Yadhu, co-host Jayesh, and guest Ramya (gurl_with_the_curls) touch upon a taboo topic that needs many open conversations about. We go deeper into the pitfalls of p*rn addiction, normalized body/s*ut shaming, women's body autonomy, a proper understanding of pleasure, and the evolution of Tamil cinema in terms of all this. "We are always told that the basic necessiti- es of life are three in number: food, clothing and shelter. I would say they are four in number: food, sex, shelter and clothing, in the order in which they have been written. In fact, if we think beyond this, we will realise that the necessities of an early man would have been only food, sex and maybe shelter. The need for food and sex is created by our instincts; even animals, whose lives are guided by their instincts, crave for food and sex. Sex is not dirty by itself. Sex becomes dirty when it is forced upon another person through emotional or physical threats. This may happen in sex trade, this may happen at large, and this may also happen in the so-called sacred institution called marriage." Toilet Seat by Latha References:P*rn addiction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbYWKVAeu6Yhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnK9Y7yuGWgRecovering from P*rn addiction https://nofap.com/rebooting/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbYWKVAeu6Y

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome filmmaker and cinematographer Nishi Dugar to the show. Nishi's debut short film, Anaar Daana, has been making waves in the international film scene, starting with its prestigious selection at the Berlinale Film Festival 2024. Since then, the film has been garnering acclaim at festivals around the globe. Join us as we dive into Nishi's inspiring journey in the world of filmmaking, her deep passion for cinematography, and the creative process behind bringing Anaar Daana to life. This conversation promises to offer fascinating insights into the art of visual storytelling and the dedication it takes to craft a film that resonates with audiences worldwide. "Anaar Daana" Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7LO88iXWBI

In this episode of the Immersive Cinema Podcast, your host Yadhu, co-host Jayesh, and special guest Hari—admin of the popular retro_shits Instagram page and host of the "Anonymusing w mayu" Podcast—dive deep into the dating scene in Tamil Nadu. Together, we explore the evolving dynamics of modern relationships, sharing insights into the challenges and unique cultural aspects that shape romantic connections here. The conversation highlights the nuances of long-term serious relationships, unpacking key green flags that signal a healthy partnership and red flags that shouldn't be ignored. With personal anecdotes, humour, and thoughtful observations, this episode offers an engaging and relatable perspective on love and dating in today's Tamil Nadu.

In this episode, we're joined by Director Ram and Actor Pranav to talk about their film "Poem of the Wind," which is screening at the 13th edition of the Dharamshala International Film Festival from 7th to 10th November 2024.

In this episode hosted by myself (@immersivecinema), Adithiyan (@curioseradithiyan) and Rino (@carpediemmovies) we're joined by the creators (Sandeep, Aaron and Sumanth) of the latest Kannada Series helmed by Journeyman Productions and Rakshit Shetty productions titled "Ekam" where we discuss the facets that impressed us with the show and the turmoils that happened during the production. To watch the series use this link: https://payments.pabbly.com/api/affurl/aHJvZ0lXeJu9SvwBp/oKvFKfZ1rCDJ79nCp?target=Dr0mPeiCyfiDFwBp Use code * IMMERSIVECINEMA10* to get 10% off to watch the show!

In this episode, co-hosted by Adithiyan M (@curioseradithiyan) and Devi (@film.trance) is a conversation with the Arun Chandu (@arunchandu), the director of the latest sensational hit Malayalam Sci-Fi mockumentary film "Gaganachari" now running in theatres. They discuss about his journey into filmmaking, the making process of "Gaganachari", his love for Sci-fi, western pop culture, nostalgia for Offbeat Malayalam films, Thiyagarajan Kumararaja connect and his future endeavours. This is a two-hour long podcast and for the first time we tried video podcast. Check out the episode and let us know your feedback! Timestamps: 0:00-01:03-Podcast Intro 01:05-02:44-Warmup 02:45-04:37-Childhood 04:38-09:35-Handling the spotlight 09:36-12:40-Journey into films 12:45-15:52-Unrealized "Broadcast" and inital films reception 15:53-23:27-Pitching "Gaganachari" 23:32-26:27-Minimal setting for "Gaganachari" 26:28-32:25-Pop culture references 32:27-40:42-Retro Tech and AI in films 40:45-45:52-Humor and Sci-Fi blend 45:55-50:29-Climate Fiction genre 50:30-54:15-Co-writing process 54:30-58:00-Offbeat nostalgia 58:05-1:04:40-Orwellian Satire and Censorship 1:04:50-1:11:20-Anarkali Marikar as "Aliyamma" 1:11:33-1:18:00-Female Superhero in "Gaganachari" universe? 1:18:05-1:20:40-The Cat Dichotomy 1:21:00-1:23:50-Thiyagarajan Kumarraja influence 1:24:04-1:30:55-"Vasthuhara" connect and homecoming 1:31:00-1:33:24-Film Festival Circuit 1:33:30-1:39:12-Sci-fi accessibility in India 1:36:38-1:40:00-Changing Aspect Ratios 1:41:00-1:51:27-Conclusion 1:51:27-1:52:24-Podcast Outro

***Heavy spoilers for Maharaja movie*** We discuss all the things that we (hosts Yadhu and Jayesh) liked about the movie and address the controversies regarding the political correctness of it.

In this episode, new host Jayesh (Butter Biscuit Podcast) and our co-host Adithiyan (@curioseradithiyan) will be discussing the 2023 Japanese Film "Perfect Days" directed by Wim Wenders. This discussion will cover the facets that captured our attention in the film, the style of Wim Wenders, the philosophy of the film and what makes a day, perfect. Please tune in to this episode and give us your feedback, makkale! Watch "Perfect Days" in MUBI! Language: Tamil Further Reference sources: 1. Kōji Yakusho on finding happiness in simplicity, perfect days, and working with Wim Wenders (2024) YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GliCcgSbA8 2.Perfect days: Philosophical analysis (2024) YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9vuIDykwQI 3. Perfect days: Philosophical analysis (2024) YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9vuIDykwQI 4. Perfect Days (2024) A cinematic ode to the ordinary | in-depth film review (2024) YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJLxi_r2rQw 5. Unraveling the meaning of the final scene in perfect days - review (2024) YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtmxoZnWkoQ 6. A ★★★★★ review of perfect days (2023) ‎’Perfect Days’ review by Adithiyan Curioser • Letterboxd. Available at: https://letterboxd.com/curioseradi/film/perfect-days-2023/ 7. Perfect days review – Wim Wenders’s Zen Japanese drama is his best feature film in years (2024) The Guardian. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/feb/25/perfect-days-review-wim-wenders-koji-yakusho-tokyo-toilet-cleaner 8. Kader, M. (2023) ’perfect days’ - phenomenal and philosophical. A film review, Medium. Available at: https://marva-writes.medium.com/perfect-days-phenomenal-and-philosophical-a-film-review-ceffdbaded69 9. BFI (2024) Perfect days review: The beauty of the Everyday, BFI. Available at: https://www.bfi.org.uk/sight-and-sound/reviews/perfect-days-wim-wenders-captures-beauty-everyday-his-best-fiction-film-since-wings-desire 10. Perfect days - official soundtrack Spotify. Available at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4FCySdtvSlHZtaXyNs7Ejr End Credits Music: Title: Perfect Days Cover by Dan Van Nard Original composition: Lou Reed Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vn8RdVGdIMc All rights for the music belong to the respective artists and no copyright infringement is intended! Instagram: Immersive Cinema (@immersive_cinema) Curioser Adithiyan (@curioseradithiyan) Jayesh (@jayeshmurali)

In a previous episode, I had discussed 4 of Yorgos Lanthimos movies with "Queen is Dead Podcast". Here, Ithyaadhi Talks joins us to analyse "Poor Things" movie. This episode contains heavy spoilers for the same.

This episode is something special and belongs to a different zone considering the previous episodes we have did so far. The "Sleepwalker’s Archive" is a captivating art experience at the Institut Français de Pondichéry (IFP), blending archival photographs, herbarium specimens, card catalogues, maps, and more into a unique form of storytelling. Curated by Karthik Subramanian, Devarati Chakrabarti, and Sujeet George, this project includes a documentary film by Subramanian and is supported by India Foundation for the Arts (IFA) and Tata Trust. Running from May 16 to June 2, 2024, it explores the connections between archival objects and the worlds they encapsulate, offering a fresh, animated perspective on history. Having recently experienced the “Sleepwalker’s Archive” art exhibition, in this episode, I will be speaking with Karthik Subramanian, a photographer and one of the curators of the event. Karthik, who created a semi-fictional documentary as part of this experience, will discuss the origins of the art exhibition, his innovative approach to crafting the documentary, the importance of the IFP Institute and Pondicherry, his journey in photography, his views on still photography as a storytelling medium, the state of archiving in India, his inspirations ranging from Raja to Herzog to French New Wave and his philosophical curiosity. The episode is available on major audio platforms. Considering the runtime, take your time, listen to this episode and let us know your feedback! Language: Tamil and English Sleepwalker's Archive coverage by "The Hindu": https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/puducherry/a-refreshingly-different-way-to-engage-with-the-ifp-repository/article68193465.ece Karthik Subramanian Insta profile: @walksleep_ing: https://www.instagram.com/walksleep_ing/ Karthik Subramanian official website: https://www.karthiksubramanian.com/bio IFP French Institute of Pondicherry Insta profile: @ifp.india: https://www.instagram.com/ifp.india/ IFP French Institute of Pondicherry website: https://www.ifpindia.org IFA India Foundation for the arts insta profile: @indiaifa: https://www.instagram.com/indiaifa/ IFA India Foundation for the arts website: https://indiaifa.org/india-foundation-arts.html A look into "Sleepwalker's Archive" insta reel by @shrija_d: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7rqa_iyF4j/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Immersive Cinema insta Profile: @immersive_cinema: https://www.instagram.com/immersive_cinema/ Curioser Adithiyan insta profile: @curioseradithiyan: https://www.instagram.com/curioseradithiyan/

Another fun episode to onboard Jayesh from Butter Biscuit Podcast as our additional host.

In today's episode, as a first-time host, Devi (@film.trance) is joined by her dear friend Vishnu Jayakumar (@vishnujayakumarr) as we celebrate the auspicious occasion of Mohanlal's birthday. They are diving in wholeheartedly for this heartfelt start by discussing their favorite actor.

A fun catchup session with other hosts Curioser Adithiyan and Film Trance Devi where we talk about nothing. It's an episode about nothing.

In this episode, Adithiyan (@curioseradithiyan)will be interacting with the Writer, Actor and Producer of the latest independent Hindi feature film "Andaman" now currently streaming on OpenTheatre OTT. He will be sharing a glimpse of his journey into independent filmmaking, the hassles faced while filming "Andaman" during the COVID-19 time, his inspirations ranging from Thiyagarajan Kumarrarja to Werner Herzog, building a platform for Indie film distribution and a breakdown of his film "Andaman". Personally, happy to be a small part of this film as a media partner among my Filmstagram friends. Listen to the full episode and let us know your feedback! Watch the film "Andaman" using this link and support good independent cinema: https://www.opentheatre.in/courses/andaman-65e492b1c72841589cb83f45?affCode=UFBJHL

*This episode contains heavy spoilers for the movie* . Cinematographer Advaitha Gurumurthy joins again along with his associate cinematographers - Karthik, Sagar, Achyuth and Keerthi to discuss Sapta Sagaradaache Ello - Side B movie. He gives us a breakdown of many cool shots while also delving deeply into the technicalities like lighting, lens composure, framing, etc. If you haven't heard our SSE Side A episode, give that also a listen. . His Instagram: https://instagram.com/advaithaambara?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== . A very special thanks to Curiouser Adhithiyan for helping me with the inputs.

2023 was a rich year for movies, we have the most ambitious cross-over yet with a lot of recurring guests from previous episodes to discuss the best movies of last year.

A solo episode by Yadhu to reflect upon mental health in today's society and some ways to avoid getting into pitfalls of void.

It's a common phenomenon to see some (most) Tamil commercial movies struggling to maintain the momentum they built up for the interval block carry on till the end. In this episode your host Yadhu and Curioser Adhithiyan talk about this issue with Film Page carpe_diem_movies. We take examples of various movies including other languages to showcase how this isn't a recent problem. . His page: https://instagram.com/carpe_diem_movies?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== . Correction 1 - Thevar Magan and Spadikam were directed by two different Bharathans

In this episode, Adithiyan (@curioseradithiyan)will be interacting with Filmmaker Samarth Mahajan (@some.arth.mahajan) on his latest National Award-winning documentary film "Borderlands" which had a great run in the film festival circuit. We will be discussing his passion for non-fiction storytelling, the conceptualization and production struggle behind "Borderlands" and the current landscape of the Indian Documentary medium. Personally, happy to be a small part of this documentary as a media partner among my Filmstagram friends. Listen to the full episode and let us know your feedback! . Check out the full documentary "Borderlands" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KKDkFo1IQ8 . Samarth Mahajan's Insta ID: @some.arth.mahajan-https://www.instagram.com/some.arth.mahajan/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

In this episode Curioser Adithiyan and Hari Nag touch upon the latest venture of Martin Scorsese "Killers of Flower moon" - an epic crime drama saga. They discuss the historical context, the production and the facets that made a lasting impression from the film. . The References used in our podcast: 1) About the term "Indians": https://www.umass.edu/legal/derrico/shoshone/indian.html 2) About the term "Reservation": https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev3_055593.pdf 3) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Native_American_name_controversy 4) https://www.famous-trials.com/osage-home/2378-the-osage-reign-of-terror-murder-trials-an-account 5) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trail_of_Tears 6) https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/doctrine_of_discovery#:~:text=The%20doctrine%20of%20discovery%20refers,acquires%20rights%20on%20that%20land. 7) "Diabetes" and Native Americans: https://slate.com/culture/2023/10/killers-of-the-flower-moon-movie-mollie-burkhart-diabetes-indigenous-native-osage-history.html#:~:text=The%20condition%20plays%20a%20pivotal,“the%20white%20man%27s%20food.” 8) https://nativeviewpoint.com/native-viewpoint-film-review-killers-of-the-flower-moon/ 9) https://atribecalledgeek.com/review-killers-of-the-flower-moon/ 10) https://biotech.law.lsu.edu/blaw/bt/smallpox/who/red-book/9241561106_chp5.pdf 11) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wounded_Knee_Massacre 12) https://www.palmstrading.com/the-owl-a-nuanced-symbol-in-native-american-cultures/#:~:text=punishment%20and%20sickness.-,To%20this%20day%2C%20practitioners%20of%20Native%20American%20spiritual%20traditions%20hold,spiritual%20leaders%20of%20their%20religion. 13) https://www.tulsahistory.org/exhibit/1921-tulsa-race-massacre/ 14) Osage Murders short docu by PBS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5OiFBNlYkY 15) Sacheen Littlefeather at the Oscars Ceremony on behalf of Marlon Brando: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QUacU0I4yU 16) Sacheen Littlefeather's whole speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0PViD48uO8 17) Indigenous insight on "Killers of the flower moon": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgN9qf5b1BA&t=201s 18) Apple music inteview of Martin scorsese: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4WL11xKIBk&t=44s 19) Letterboxd interview of Scorsese: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9hck1PfGLk&t=485s 20) "Killers of the flower moon: Osage Murders and the birth of FBI" written by David Grann 21) "Killers of the flower moon" opening night press conference at Cannes '23: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjTLEfFuPeM 22) Production of "Killers of the flower moon": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pi45SkN2OHY