The Ridley Scott Hall of Fame. Plus: Errol Morris!
Nov 17, 2023
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Filmmaker Errol Morris joins the hosts to talk about his new John le Carré documentary, his interviewing style, choosing subjects, the overlap between documentary and drama filmmaking, exploring the blurred line between interrogation and interview, and the tension between truth and deceit in storytelling.
Gladiator solidified Ridley Scott's standing as a top filmmaker in Hollywood, with its impressive visuals, engaging story, and standout performances.
Thelma & Louise, an iconic and groundbreaking film, showcases Ridley Scott's skill in blending diverse genres and remains a powerful piece of cinema.
Black Hawk Down, with its gripping narrative, realistic battle sequences, and outstanding ensemble cast, stands as one of Ridley Scott's most impactful and memorable films.
Deep dives
Gladiator
Gladiator is a thrilling and entertaining historical epic that won Best Picture and solidified Ridley Scott's standing as a top filmmaker in Hollywood. With its engaging story, impressive visuals, and standout performances, it continues to be a highly regarded film even years after its release.
Thelma & Louise
Thelma & Louise is an iconic and groundbreaking film that showcases Ridley Scott's skill in blending diverse genres. With its strong female leads, compelling story, and stunning cinematography, the film has become a cultural touchstone and remains a powerful piece of cinema.
Black Hawk Down
Black Hawk Down is a visceral and intense war film that demonstrates Ridley Scott's mastery of immersive storytelling and striking visuals. With its gripping narrative, outstanding ensemble cast, and realistic battle sequences, it stands as one of Scott's most impactful and memorable films.
Kingdom of Heaven
Kingdom of Heaven, particularly the Director's Cut, is an epic historical drama that showcases Ridley Scott's ability to create grand and visually stunning worlds. With its engrossing storyline, intricate characters, and breathtaking battles, it stands as one of Scott's most ambitious and powerful films.
Exploring the Works of Writer John Le Carré
The podcast episode delves into the captivating works of renowned writer John Le Carré. Le Carré's mastery of storytelling and the exploration of history and truth is highlighted, drawing parallels to influential authors like Graham Greene and Joseph Conrad. The interview with Le Carré itself is incredibly insightful, with discussions about the nature of interviewing and the blurred lines between interrogation and conversation. The episode also touches on the adaptation of Le Carré's books and the complex themes of identity and brand. Overall, the episode offers a deep dive into the mind and works of one of the greatest modern writers, providing thought-provoking insights and analysis.
With Ridley Scott’s ‘Napoleon’ hitting theaters, Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to build the Ridley Hall of Fame, selecting his 10 films most worthy of preservation (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by filmmaker Errol Morris to talk about his new John le Carré documentary, ‘The Pigeon Tunnel,’ Morris’s interviewing style, how he chooses subjects, the overlap between documentary and drama filmmaking, and more (1:27:00).
