George Clooney’s Broadway Debut: A Closer Look at Good Night, and Good Luck

30/05/2025 29 min Episodio 287
George Clooney’s Broadway Debut: A Closer Look at Good Night, and Good Luck

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In this episode, we discuss the Broadway production of Good Night, and Good Luck at the Winter Garden Theatre. We look at how the show tackles McCarthyism, the role of media, and the challenges of adapting a story rooted in journalism. We analyze George Clooney’s performance, the direction by David Cromer, and the design that brings 1950s America to life. We also talk about the Tony nominations, audience reactions, and what the ending montage means for today’s media landscape. 

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