Nicoleta Marangou

Hook (1991): Hidden Themes Revealing the Adult facade

Hook (1991) explores the emotional and spiritual journey of Peter Banning, showing how his transformation back into Peter Pan mirrors a universal struggle: the loss of childlike wonder, imagination, and emotional authenticity in adulthood. The film touches on childhood trauma, parental disconnection, emotional denial, and society’s pressure to “grow up,” while the pirates symbolise the …

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God’s Whispers in Film: It’s Never Too Late to Follow Your Dreams Ep. 2

Recently, my partner and I sat down to record the second episode of our podcast, God’s Whispers in Film. We dove into one of the most powerful and personal themes we’ve explored so far: passion—and the truth that it is never too late to start chasing your dreams. Whether you’ve buried your calling under the …

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The Price of Approval: How My Father’s Control Stunted My Growth and Dreams

My father never believed I could pursue acting, and he fought me every step of the way. It was a constant uphill battle. I asked if I could take acting classes, and his response was always the same: “No, we don’t have a car!” When I wanted to take singing lessons, his excuse shifted: “You …

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