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The Director’s Cut - A DGA Podcast
Babylon with Damien Chazelle and Taylor Hackford (Ep. 399)
Dec 24, 2022
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- The film 'Babylon' portrays the irrevocable transformation of Hollywood during the transition from silent to sound films in the late 1920s, highlighting the challenges faced by filmmakers and the birth of a new era.
- The energetic scenes in 'Babylon' were carefully crafted using music and song structures to capture the frenzy and chaos of early Hollywood parties and film sets, setting the tone and maintaining an engaging experience for viewers.
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The Rise and Fall of Early Hollywood in 'Babylon'
In this episode of the Director's Cut, director Damien Chazelle discusses his comedic drama 'Babylon', which portrays the decadence and depravity of early Hollywood during the transition from silent to sound films in the late 1920s. Chazelle highlights the challenges faced by filmmakers during this period, from the rapidity of the industry's transformation to the impact of sound on actors and the decline of silent films. He emphasizes the tragedy of this change, enabling the audience to comprehend the irrevocable transformation of the industry and the birth of a new era.
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