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Revisionist History

Oscar Season with Talk Easy

Mar 5, 2024
01:17:21
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Discussions on Oscars, Barbie movie, historical dramas, evolving film industry, challenges for artists of color in Hollywood, and the future of cinema. Reflecting on personal experiences with cinema and critiquing the portrayal of historical figures in prestigious films.
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Quick takeaways

  • The shift from '90s indie films to blockbusters reflects changing storytelling paradigms and financial influences.
  • Ava DuVernay's move towards indie financing signals a shift in filmmaking values and systemic industry issues.

Deep dives

Exploring the Evolution of Movies and Criticism

Movies' storytelling evolution, including the decline of film criticism with the decline in movie-making, has raised questions. The disappearance of the 'middle' in cinema, reflecting a loss of complexity and range in storytelling. Wesley Morris discusses changes from '90s independent films to the dominance of blockbusters today, highlighting shifts in storytelling paradigms and financial influences.

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