Allegory Lounge
Allegory Lounge is a four-part mini series that explores psychology and philosophy through cinema, treating film as modern myths that illuminate the human condition.
How We Change
The first two episodes explore the process of transformation — how growth unfolds within us.
Why We Change
The second half explores the deeper reason behind transformation — the existential pressures that push us to grow.
⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: Throughout the series, we discuss films and shows freely. We recommend watching them beforehand if you’d like to avoid spoilers.
Allegory Lounge
The Hero’s Journey: Dune, Moana, & The Matrix
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In our second episode we explore how Moana, Paul Atreides, and Neo follow the Hero’s Journey—and why this ancient pattern still mirrors our own psychological growth.
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FILMS - SPOILER WARNING
- Moana (2016), dir. Ron Clements & John Musker
- Dune (2021) Dune: Part Two (2024), dir. Denis Villeneuve
- The Matrix (1999), dir. Lana & Lilly Wachowski
REFERENCES & RESOURCES
- The Hero with a Thousand Faces, Joseph Campbell
CREDITS
Hosts: Laiza Rodriguez Kenney & Katie DeAscanis
Creator, Producer & Editor: Laiza Rodriguez Kenney
Art Design: Brian Rodriguez Kenney / briandrewkenney.com
Music: Botanist Boogie Breakdown by Ryan James Carr, courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com.