Unspooled The Grapes of Wrath
Oct 31, 2019
Henry Fonda and John Ford discuss the character vs. icon status of Tom Joad in 'The Grapes of Wrath'. They explore the film's impact on music and what attracted the conservative John Ford to this film. Labor activist Randy Bryce considers it one of his favorite films and discusses its relevance in today's socio-economic issues.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Superhero Films and Franchise Expectations
02:48 • 7min
The Impact of 'The Grapes of Wrath'
10:12 • 16min
Complexity and Moral Ambiguity in 'The Grapes of Wrath'
26:04 • 5min
The Significance of a Pivotal Scene and Themes in a Movie
31:14 • 2min
The Realism of Poverty and Homelessness
33:02 • 17min
Performances and Ford's Unique Directing Style
49:47 • 18min
Discussion on Art, Road Trips, and a Union Organizer
01:07:42 • 2min
The Impact of 'Grapes of Wrath' and the Fight for Workers' Rights
01:09:52 • 21min
Debating the Inclusion of 'The Grapes of Wrath' on the AFI Top 100 List
01:30:24 • 5min
Thoughts on a Film, Next Week's Episode Announcement, and Sponsor Ad
01:35:53 • 2min