Listen "Boxcar Bertha"
Episode Synopsis
Scorsese’s second film is similar to his first, in the sense that we can really only recommend it for completionism purposes. Outside of a few very impressive stylistic flourishes, the bulk of this movie is exploitation sensuality and violence. If that’s your thing, you’ll have a great time! If you wish the titular Bertha and her interiority were the focus, you’ll be let down! Other topics discussed include the sketchy origins around the source book, the board game Monopoly, Samuel’s new last name, car aerodynamics, and the eternal question: is it better to be nailed to the cross through your wrists or your palms?
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