We Don't Talk Like That: 'Fargo' and the Midwest Psyche

22/06/2016 53 min
We Don't Talk Like That: 'Fargo' and the Midwest Psyche

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The 1996 movie "Fargo" stirred widespread curiosity about snowy winters, funny accents and bloody mayhem on the frozen tundra of North Dakota and Minnesota. The film won two Oscar awards and inspired a popular television series. But how well did it actually capture and reflect the region? In this documentary, reporters Diane Richard and Todd Melby unravel the mystery behind the parkas, prowlers and wood chippers. Check out Todd's book on "Fargo" here: https://www.toddmelby.com/book