In this episode of Screens in Focus, Diana and Renee Hansen break down Dark Winds Season 3, Episode 6, “Ábidoo’niidę́ę́ (What We Had Been Told).” They explore Joe Leaphorn’s haunting, a dreamlike journey — where past trauma, Navajo legend, and present-day reckoning unfold in parallel, colliding in a powerful episode.

They discuss the emotional weight of the episode, themes of memory suppression and cultural storytelling, and the care taken in portraying childhood trauma — both on screen and behind the scenes. Plus, they wrap up with some favorite TV and movie recommendations you won’t want to miss.

🎬 TV & Movie Recommendations:

• The Pitt – We LOVED this one! Noah Wyle!
• Warfare – Intense, raw and unforgettable.
• The Pulse –Renee still on the fence with this one. 
• Black Mirror (select episodes) – Always worth diving into

00:00 Introduction and Question of the Day

00:57 Episode Overview and Initial Impressions

03:13 Key Points and Revelations

08:58 Themes and Emotional Impact

16:33 Cultural Aspects and Symbolism

22:25 Speculations on the Mysterious Character

22:47 Ketamine and Its Implications

25:15 Analyzing Joe's Journey

26:37 Director's Insights and Inspirations

28:14 Question of the Day: Dreams and Real Life Pain

30:57 TV and Movie Recommendations

40:57 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Variety Article - https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/dark-winds-episode-6-joe-leaphorn-fever-dream-david-lynch-1236342931/

 

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