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‘Fargo’ Season 5 Goes Back to its Coen Brothers Roots. Plus, Thanksgiving Content Consumption.

Nov 27, 2023
Chapters cover Thanksgiving content consumption, Dave Filoni as Lucasfilm's new chief creative officer, and the first two episodes of 'Fargo' Season 5, discussing the show's Coen Brothers roots and storytelling influences.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fargo Season 5 returns to its Coen Brothers roots, capturing their essence with sharp storytelling, stunning cinematography, and a mix of humor and tension.
  • Noah Hawley's return to Fargo showcases his creative brilliance, with focused storytelling, standout performances, and a balance between addressing social issues and entertaining the audience.

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A Banger of a Return

The first two episodes of Fargo Season 5 are a banger, marking a return to form for the anthology series. The episodes capture the essence of the Coen Brothers' films, with sharp storytelling, stunning cinematography, and a mix of humor and tension. The casting is fantastic, with Juno Temple delivering a standout performance as the lead character, Dot Lyon. The show combines elements of a Western and a war, adding a unique twist to the familiar Fargo formula. Overall, these episodes are a refreshing and promising start to the new season.

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