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The Rewatchables

‘Crimson Tide’ With Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan

May 12, 2020
Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman, and Viggo Mortensen discuss the rewatchability of the thrilling movie 'Crimson Tide'. They delve into the intense dynamic between the iconic actors, the racial tension in the film, and Denzel Washington's transition to mainstream action thrillers. The hosts also analyze the career trajectory of Gene Hackman, the Oscars in 1995, and compare 'Crimson Tide' to other movies released that year. They highlight the powerful scenes of mutiny and intense confrontations, as well as the opening and closing title cards' lasting relevance. The chapter concludes with a discussion of casting choices and the urgency of a rewrite request for a key scene in the film.
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Quick takeaways

  • Intense overlapping dialogue and sparring contribute to the film's dramatic tension.
  • Viggo Mortensen's powerful confrontation scene adds to the film's iconic moments.

Deep dives

Hackman takes the boat back

Includes an iconic extra second half stare by Denzel at Vigo.

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