Director Janet Planet joins the hosts to discuss top 5 films of 2024 so far. They review the film 'Janet Planet' and explore unique storytelling, diverse performances, and biased perspectives in cinema. The chapter also touches on the late actor Donald Sutherland's career and upcoming film reviews.
Films highlighted emerging filmmakers' works, emphasizing fresh perspectives.
Janet Planet showcased dark comedy's exploration of corporate truths and deceptions.
'The People's Joker' subverted hitman movie norms with humor and philosophical depth.
Deep dives
Importance of Visiting Him
A woman urges someone to visit him immediately, emphasizing the need to do so, driven by nerves and anticipation, amidst discussions of amiable and handsome qualities.
Powerful Workplace Comedy
In Romania, a woman navigates a day working at a video production house tasked with interviewing injured workers for a safety video. The film humorously yet soberly explores corporate culture, truth-telling, and ethical complexities in a black comedy style.
Brilliant Romanian Dark Comedy
Radu Judez's film delves into the life of a woman working to put together interviews for a workplace safety video, portraying the sobering realities of corporate environments and the complexities of truth-telling and deception, delivering a bracing and poignant experience.
Blistering Workplace Exploration
The film follows a woman's day at a video production house as she interviews injured workers for a workplace safety video. It humorously and poignantly captures the nuances of corporate dynamics and ethical dilemmas in a black comedy style, offering a stark reflection on societal norms and workplace realities.
Exploring Female Performances and Creative Communal Filmmaking
A discussion on a film highlighting a lead performance that stood out, particularly praising Alinka Monolake's role. The film blends intense moments with dark comedy, showcasing the complexities of the protagonist's character. Additionally, the podcast delves into alternative filmmaking approaches with 'The People's Joker', celebrating its originality and community-driven production.
Cinematic Brilliance and Philosophical Provocations in 'Hitman'
The podcast explores 'Hitman', a film that surprises audiences by subverting conventional hitman movie tropes and noir narratives. The movie navigates unexpected plot twists and philosophical themes with humor, offering a unique viewing experience. 'Hitman' is highlighted for its visual style and the actor's performances, contributing to its distinctive and thought-provoking cinematic quality.
With picks heavy on emerging filmmakers, Michael Phillips joins Adam and Josh to count down the best of the year so far. Plus, a Golden Brick nod for Annie Baker’s directing debut, “Janet Planet.”
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Opening (00:00:00-00:01:58)
Picks #5-3 (00:01:59-00:39:16)
Review: “Janet Planet” (00:39:16-00:45:44)
RIP Donald Sutherland, Next Week, Notes (00:45:45-00:56:09)