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Sicario by Denis Villeneuve: Going Deep with Ed William and Dylan O'Sullivan 🎥 🎬 🎞️ 🍿

Jan 29, 2024
Join Ed William, a British film enthusiast, and Dylan O'Sullivan, an Irish cinephile, as they dive deep into Denis Villeneuve's gripping film, Sicario. They dissect its powerful storytelling, discussing standout performances, striking cinematography, and the chilling score. The conversation highlights character dynamics and moral complexities, particularly through the lens of tension-filled scenes. Insights on Villeneuve's filmmaking prowess and personal rankings of his films make this a must-listen for cinephiles seeking to appreciate Sicario anew.
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ANECDOTE

Ed's First Viewing

  • Ed William's first viewing of Sicario was a distracted one in a student flat.
  • The intense scenes caught his attention, leading to a proper viewing the next day.
INSIGHT

Tight Budget, Cut Scenes

  • Sicario had a tight budget, leading to minimal coverage and few cut scenes.
  • A different opening featuring Benicio del Toro was cut to center Emily Blunt's character.
INSIGHT

Decoy Protagonist

  • Sicario subverts expectations; the trailer focuses on Kate's story, but it's Alejandro's.
  • Kate's lack of agency reflects the viewer's initial confusion.
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