Teachers Talk Ransom and The Queen 2

In this final episode of the 2021 season, Clare is joined by Lisa Wilks-Beasy to discuss David Malouf's mythological reimagining, 'Ransom', and Stephen Frears' film, 'The Queen'. The conversation explores a range of points of connection and disconnection, as Lisa confidently moves from text to test, identifying pertinent analytical points. Malouf's rich storytelling and description is placed in comparison with Frears directorial style, including acknowledging his use of real historical footage of the time. Fundamentally, both texts foster empathy in their reader and audience to the difficulties that leaders face in negotiating the challenges thrown at them.