Brian Daniel Johnson and Dide Su Bilgin on community and Vancouver's avoidance culture
About this episode
Brian Daniel Johnson and Dide Su Bilgin discuss their film A Welcome Distraction, exploring themes of community and social isolation in Vancouver.
In a city plagued by social isolation, Brian Daniel Johnson and Dide Su Bilgin found a story to tell. In their film, A Welcome Distraction, lead character, Ernest, looks for answers amidst grief and heartbreak in this unapologetic portrayal of how disconnected Vancouver can be. Soon, he becomes entangled with a wellness enclave led by a charismatic leader (Adriana Marchand). A true ensemble film, A Welcome Distraction showcases the pursuit of community, as told by a friend group itself. Long...
People in this episode
Guests: Brian Daniel Johnson, Dide Su Bilgin
Topics covered
- community
- social isolation
- film
- disconnection
- wellness
- grief
- friendship
Keywords
- Vancouver
- A Welcome Distraction
- community
- social isolation
- film
- grief
- wellness
- disconnection
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: A Welcome Distraction
Places: Vancouver
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