Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life and career of Natalie Portman. Best known for her roles as Nina in Black Swan (2010), Evey in V for Vendetta (2005), and Queen Amidala in the Star Wars Prequels, Portman is widely considered one of the most talented actresses working today. Joined once again by Mark Gehrke, we discuss her early rise to stardom, her project choice tied to her Jewish heritage, rave about Gehrke’s nerdy expertise around Star Wars, Marvel, and Annihilation, and hear about James’s starstruck moment of seeing Portman on the streets of New York.  How does she rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.