Episode Title: "The Lighthouse – Madness, Myth, and Mermaids"

In this episode ofReal Reel Talk, we dive deep into Robert Eggers' haunting and hypnoticThe Lighthouse (2019). A film that feels like a lost relic of cinema’s past,The Lighthouse is a claustrophobic descent into madness, isolation, and mythology, driven by powerhouse performances from Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson.

We’ll explore the film’s stunning black-and-white cinematography, its surreal horror influences, and the deeper meanings behind its stormy, salt-soaked nightmare. Is it a study of fractured identities? A retelling of ancient myths? Or just a darkly funny story about two men losing their minds over beans and seagulls?

Join us as we break down the symbolism, the unsettling sound design, and whyThe Lighthouse is a modern masterpiece of psychological horror. Grab your lantern, mind the seagulls, and get ready to lose yourself in the fog.

Listen now – ye fond of me lobster or not.

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