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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, the hosts discuss the 1978 Best Picture winner, The Deer Hunter, exploring its themes, character development, and cinematic techniques. They critique the film's pacing, sound design, and the emotional impact of its portrayal of war and its aftermath. The conversation delves into the performances, particularly highlighting Christopher Walken's role, and the use of the Russian roulette device as a narrative tool. The hosts express mixed feelings about the film's length and its effectiveness in conveying its messages about the Vietnam War and its effects on soldiers and their communities.Send us a textPage Chewing Blog Page Chewing Forum Page Chewing Podcast Speculative Speculations Podcast Support the show by using our Amazon Affiliate linkSupport the podcast via PayPalJoin Riverside.fm Co-Hosts and friends: Jarrod Varsha Chris Jose
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