Today, Amanda and Julia reflect on the work of Jane Campion following the release of her latest film, The Power of the Dog. From In the Cut to Sweetie to The Piano, Campion makes films intended to incite discomfort in her viewers. As one of the most decorated female filmmakers in Hollywood, Campion was the first woman to receive the Palme d'Or and the second woman ever nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director. Her work pushes the envelope with characters that toe the lie between odd and relatable, asking important questions about boundaries, desire, violence, and the human condition.
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