Anya and Alan talk about the movie that taught Anya that movies could be Art instead of just entertainment- Monsoon Wedding! We talk about the surprising storyline of abuse, and how it resonates so many years later. The pull between Old India and New India. And how Dubey is NOT ready for a relationship.

Cast, crew, and all the deets on ‘Monsoon Wedding’ that IMD can provide.

If you see or suspect child abuse in the United States please use these resources to save that child. Please look up Child Welfare institutions in your area, if living outside the US.

The Ancient Indian Caste System continues to effect social status in Indian culture, in the same way the nobility system of Europe has lingering effects.

Downton Abbey is a touchstone in American Culture for the Victorian Classism of English Society.

Of the 5 movies Anya has picked for the podcast, 2 were directed by men.

The MeToo Era could be said to have begun in 2006.

The Shakespearean Fool is a thing.

Next time is “Tiny Beautiful Things” by Cheryl Strayed

Our theme song is Background Blues Guitar by Blowball Music.

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