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Story Joy

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Exploring the power and joy of storytelling to understand ourselves and each other© 2025 Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Social Sciences
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  • A Gothic Masterpiece? Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein 2025 Explained
    Feb 10 2026

    NEW EPISODE – We Talk Netflix’s Frankenstein (2025) by Guillermo del Toro!

    In this week’s episode, we dive deep into Frankenstein — Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited Netflix adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic. We break down the movie’s themes, performances, visuals, and why this version feels so distinctly del Toro. ✨

    What’s inside this episode:

    • Unpack big changes del Toro made to the original story--and what we did and did not like about those
    • Weigh in on whether this adaptation is the cinematic masterpiece we've been waiting for

    ️‍️ Frankenstein premiered at Venice, had a limited theatrical run, and is now streaming on Netflix. The film explores the consequences of creation, identity, suffering, and forgiveness — packed with stunning visuals, a haunting score, and powerhouse performances.

    ⭐ Highlights from the Movie:

    • A richly emotional reimagining of a literary classic
    • A deeper look at creator vs. creation with genuine heart
    • Gorgeous production design and Alexandre Desplat’s atmospheric score
    • The movie’s wardrobe was incredible, especially Mia Goth’s outfits
    • Jacob Elordi was surprisingly brilliant as the creature

    What We Thought:

    Del Toro’s Frankenstein isn’t just another adaptation — it’s a character-driven experience that leans into empathy and tragedy in a way few Frankenstein films have. Whether you’re a die-hard Shelley fan or just love del Toro’s style, there’s so much to unpack here.

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    56 mins
  • A Christmas Carol
    Dec 17 2025

    We all know the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim. Scrooge starts off as a money hungry man, who hates the poor and with the help of three ghosts learns compassion and the meaning of Christmas.

    A Christmas Carol is a classic tale of the holiday season and we are diving into the various adaptations file and otherwise.

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    Artist: : Benjamin Tissot

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Star Wars the Clone Wars
    Dec 3 2025

    In this week's episode of the Story Joy Club, we are talking about the compelling stories and character arches through out Star Wars, The Clone wars series from 2008-2020.

    Join us as we talk more about the things we like, don't like and find most compelling about the Clone Wars and how it ties into other series across the Star Wars universe.

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    Artist: : Benjamin Tissot

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    1 hr and 14 mins
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