Navigating Narrative

3. The Incredibles - What Does It Mean to Be a Successful Man?


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This episode is just incredible. (Sorry, I had to.)
The Incredibles is one of the greatest movies from the golden age of Pixar. Not only is the pacing, action, and humor spot on, but the story still has a lot to teach men (and women!) today.
In this episode, Kate and Daeus talk about the common cultural narrative for men that the successful man is independent, suave, non-cooperative and non-vulnerable, and surrounds himself with status symbols. Also:
. How this movie makes fun of James Bond.
. How "being responsible" can be a diversion from your true calling.
. How an idolized view of manhood destroys men.
. How keeping your "normal self" and your "true self" separate destroys both selves.
. Why we repeat the flaws of those who let us down.
. What a great legacy looks like.
. And more!
Get ready to see just how incredible The Incredibles is.
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Navigating NarrativeBy Daeus and Kate Lamb