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EP#1574: How Jennifer Esposito's Movie "Fresh Kills" Tackles Intergenerational Trauma, Breaking Free from Family, & More

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Send us a textJoin us for a powerful and intimate conversation with actor, writer, and director Jennifer Esposito. We dive deep into her critically acclaimed film "Fresh Kills," a raw and honest portrayal of women in a mafia family. Named one of the best mafia films since "The Godfather" by rogerebert.com, "Fresh Kills" is more than just a crime story; it's a universal tale of finding your voice in a world that tells you to stay silent.Key Discussion Points"Fresh Kills" - A Film for the Unheard: Jennifer shares the deeply personal inspiration behind "Fresh Kills," her directorial debut. She discusses growing up in Staten Island and witnessing the silent rage of young women whose lives were shaped by their fathers' ties to organized crime. The film explores universal themes of generational trauma, finding agency, and the hidden emotional toll of a life without choices.Challenging the Mafia Genre: Jennifer explains how her film flips the script on the