Offline with Jon Favreau “Tár” with Jon Favreau and Amanda Hess
Sep 12, 2024
Amanda Hess, a critic at large for the New York Times, and Jon Favreau, an Offline critic at large, dive into the complexities of the film 'Tár'. They explore its take on cancel culture, highlighting the blurred lines between identity and moral accountability in today's digital age. The duo discusses whether there's sympathy for canceled celebrities and the nuances of artistic merit versus ethical responsibilities. With humor and insight, they examine Lydia Tár's character dynamics and the cultural reflections around authority and isolation.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Intro
00:00 • 4min
Cancel Culture and Power Dynamics in 'Tár'
03:52 • 21min
Exploring Talent and Morality in Creative Power Dynamics
25:04 • 2min
Exploring Character Dynamics and Societal Norms
26:35 • 4min
Complexities of 'Tár': Authority and Isolation
30:22 • 21min
Generational Shifts and Cultural Reflections
51:20 • 8min
Exploring Lydia Tár: Culture, Identity, and Oscars
59:50 • 13min
Exploring the 'Tech-Free Zone' Concept in Film Discourse
01:12:54 • 3min