In this week's episode of the Film Colossus podcast, we dive into the most viral movie of 2023: Saltburn. We react to the movie’s most provocative moments and, through a discussion of the film’s themes and deeper meaning, debate whether all the hype is warranted.
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There are people who complain Marvel movies aren’t artistic. Of course, there are others who scream back that Marvel movies don’t have to be artistic because the point isn’t art, the point is entertainment, so don’t hold the movie to the standards of an art film, just learn how to enjoy something for what it is and be entertained for a second, damn.
The Holdovers explores the intricate tapestry of human relationships against the backdrop of a 1970s New England prep school surrounded by national social unrest. The movie digs deeper than your typical holiday flick, tackling the intricate dance of human connection amid the search for a place to fit in. It weaves themes of loneliness, the eternal search for belonging we all feel, and a nuanced definition of family that gains shape as we connect with more and more people. Unlike many…