The Filmcast Ep. 852 - Train Dreams
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Dec 2, 2025 The hosts dive into the themes of loss and ordinary lives in Train Dreams, debating the impact of grief on individual identities. They share Thanksgiving travel stories and reflect on living abroad. Exciting discussions cover Rian Johnson’s halted Star Wars trilogy and the unexpected political push for a Rush Hour sequel. They also critique various films including the surreal finale of The Chair Company and the chaotic energy of Marty Supreme, pondering the evolving landscape of cinema and storytelling.
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A Life As A Lens On History
- Train Dreams frames one life to illuminate sweeping historical change rather than dramatize events.
- The film uses quiet, poetic observation to show how time and technology reshape personal meaning.
Watch For Mood, Not Plot
- Expect tone-driven films to prioritize mood over plot and reward patient viewing.
- When watching poetic cinema, focus on imagery and voice rather than conventional climaxes.
Aspect Ratio Shapes Emotion
- The film's square 4:3 aspect ratio intentionally narrows perspective to emphasize trees and vertical space.
- Devindra says the ratio forces viewers to attend to scale and human smallness against nature.