Exploring the transformative impact of movies on the speaker's life, from childhood to a career in film criticism, this chapter delves into the nostalgic magic of cinema as a gateway to imagination and exploration. Reflecting on iconic films and directors from the 90s and discussing the shift in the movie industry post-2008, the dialogue critiques the homogenization of content and the disappearing space for diverse human experiences in contemporary cinema.
Development Hell will return on Thursday with an all-new episode about a chimpanzee. In the meantime, here's a Hollywood-related episode from our friends at Talk Easy. Host Sam Fragoso talks with the New York Times critic Wesley Morris about all things Oscars, his career, and the state of the film industry. Find more Talk Easy at talkeasypod.com.
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