The Rewatchables ‘After Hours’ with Bill Simmons and Sean Fennessey
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Jul 1, 2025 The discussion kicks off with a deep dive into the quirky charm of 'After Hours,' blending personal anecdotes with cultural critiques. Host insights explore New York's evolving urban landscape and its nightlife contrasts with Los Angeles. They reflect on overlooked actresses who defined cinema in the '80s and '90s. The hosts unpack how a film school screenplay captured male experiences of the era, while also considering casting what-ifs and the impact of legendary directors. The episode celebrates the cinematic brilliance that defines the art of storytelling.
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After Hours as NYC Time Capsule
- The 1985 New York City in 'After Hours' captures a gritty, dangerous era no longer present.
- The movie serves as a time capsule of a now corporate, polished Soho and downtown NYC.
After Hours Revitalized Scorsese
- 'After Hours' represents a pivotal reinvigoration period for Scorsese's filmmaking style.
- It incorporates a fast-paced, stylistic approach that prefigures his best-known later works such as 'Goodfellas.'
Simmons’ Terrifying NYC Night
- Bill Simmons shares a vivid personal story of a terrifying night lost in NYC’s Meatpacking District like in the film.
- The experience highlights the ominous, unpredictable atmosphere of 1980s New York nightlife.
