Jews on Film: Exploring Jewish Stories & Themes in Cinema Hail Caesar w/ Josh Weiss
Daniel and Harry are joined by Josh Weiss, Author of "Sunset Empire," to discuss the 2016 Coen Brother's film "Hail Caesar,” starring Josh Brolin, George Clooney, and Alden Ehrenreich.
They cover the film's Jewish casting and depiction of communist writers, and delve into the history and context of the HUAC and Hollywood Ten. They also unpack the iconic focus group scene, featuring a very sarcastic Rabbi, and creatively ponder Hobie Doyle's possible connection to Moses.
As always, they close out the episode by ranking the film's "Jewishness" in terms of its cast & crew, content, and themes.
IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475290/
Trailer - https://youtu.be/kMqeoW3XRa0
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