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The Big Picture

It’s ‘Saturday Night’! Plus: The Top Five Backstage Movies and ‘Piece by Piece.’

Oct 11, 2024
02:00:10
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Chris Ryan, a contributor to The Ringer known for his sharp insights, joins forces with Jon Caramanica, pop critic at the New York Times and host of Popcast. They delve into Jason Reitman's film ‘Saturday Night,’ exploring its take on the origins of 'Saturday Night Live' and the challenges of capturing its iconic nature. The duo also ranks their top five backstage movies, discussing the intrigue behind the scenes. Later, Jon reviews the unique Lego-animated Pharrell Williams biopic ‘Piece by Piece,’ analyzing its effectiveness in portraying his prolific career.
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Quick takeaways

  • The podcast explores the film 'Saturday Night,' highlighting its portrayal of the chaotic beginnings of Saturday Night Live and key figures involved.
  • Sean and Chris discuss the intriguing nature of 'backstage' movies, emphasizing the interest in revealing the hidden aspects of cinematic productions.

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