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Movie Review — Past Lives (2023)
인연| An Exploration of Love, Loss, and Cinematic Brilliance — The One with Doc Ayomide: Episode 11 (2024)
“The film beautifully captures the strength found in vulnerability. The character’s willingness to show his true emotions and support his partner through her grief is portrayed as an incredible strength. This is a powerful contrast to traditional notions of masculinity, highlighting that true strength often comes from emotional openness and genuine support. When she breaks down in his arms, it underscores the deep connection between them, exemplifying that real courage lies in standing by each other during the hardest moments. It’s a touching testament to the depth and resilience needed in committed relationships.” — Doc Ayomide (2024)
“Marriage, at its core, is about choosing someone again and again, even when other options arise. It’s not just about radical acceptance but making a conscious choice repeatedly. Sometimes, it’s an easy choice because you know they’re the best person for you. Other times, it’s a difficult choice because you wonder about other possibilities. Yet, you still choose your partner, acknowledging that this choice sometimes comes with a cost. It’s about understanding and valuing the commitment, even when it feels challenging or when alternative options seem tempting.” — Mo! (2024)
In this episode, Doc Ayomide and I had an absolute blast chatting all about movies. We kicked things off spontaneously; honestly, the vibe felt like our usual banter. It took us a while to get to the podcast intro because we had so much fun! When we eventually started, we went right into Kirk Franklin’s Father’s Day special. As a die-hard Kirk Franklin fan, I’ve always loved how he brings gospel artists together. But this latest project? Wow, it was on another level. He opened up about his personal story — from being adopted by a neighbor to his lifelong quest to find his biological father. Doc Ayomide and I were moved and couldn’t stop talking about it. We explored the deep complexities of family ties and the incredible power of knowing your roots.
Doc Ayomide and I got into this awesome chat about *Past Lives*, this super cool indie drama from A24. It’s all about reconnecting and the whole fate thing. It hit us right…
