Dianne Luce
Longtime McCarthy scholar and past president of the Cormac McCarthy Society, author of studies on McCarthy's Tennessee period and his writing life, contributing contextual and critical readings.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 1h 7min
Episode 61: Part One of Seeking Guidance for THE COUNSELOR
In this thought-provoking discussion, guests Russell Hillier, a McCarthy scholar known for exploring morality in literature, Dianne Luce, a leading voice on McCarthy’s life and works, and Bryan Giemza, a literary commentator with insights on film history, dissect 'The Counselor.' They dive into McCarthy's complex narrative style, contrast the screenplay with the film, and examine themes of moral blindness and cultural critique. The conversation also highlights Malkina's agency and the screenplay's reflection on global capitalism, making for an illuminating dialogue.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 18min
Episode 58: Staying off the Tracks of THE SUNSET LIMITED with Dianne Luce
Dianne Luce, a literary scholar and co-founder of the Cormac McCarthy Society, returns to delve into McCarthy's play, The Sunset Limited. They explore the intense debate between a cynical professor and a hopeful ex-con, touching on themes of faith, despair, and the nature of existence. Dianne illustrates the work's unique format as both a play and philosophical dialogue. They discuss audience interpretations, the symbolic train motif, and McCarthy's comfort with ethical ambiguities, highlighting the play's powerful emotional stakes and its relevance in contemporary discussions.
