Cinema Fix

Cinema Fix


Episode #45: 42 (Part 2)

April 19, 2013

Let the disagreement begin! Andrew and Fox have wildly differing opinions on 42, so it's up to Monica to find middle ground. How much does historical accuracy matter? Is Harrison Ford's performance Oscar-worthy?  To what extent are broad characterizations okay? Tune in to find out.

SHOW NOTES:

0:22 - Intro and clip

3:29 - Educational about Robinson?

7:05 - Great supporting performances

9:47 - Impact on individuals

12:20 - Broad characterizations

19:20 - Pacing and structure, goal (or lack thereof)

21:09 - Safe vs. challenging storytelling

24:08 - Is Ford Oscar-worthy?

31:10 - Over-sentimentality

34:56 - Directing the sports scenes

36:42 - Favorite sports movies

39:03 - The character of Wendell Smith

42:52 - Reboot This!

47:36 - Show close

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