The Conformist (1970)

19/11/2025 1h 36min

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Episode Synopsis

Bernardo Bertolucci has us thinking about World War 2 and the effects wrought by loser fascists like our protagonist Clerici, and the generation that came after, Bertolucci’s own baby boomers. We talk about his influences in hollywood and the french new wave, the legacy of this era of italian cinema, and queer readings of the film.9:25 - The Conformist discussion beginsNext week: A New Leaf (1971) by Elaine MayUnauthorizedPod.com for more. Hosted by Zachary Domes and J Brooks Young. Music by hetchy