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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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In this episode, I explore the 2002 film Punch Drunk Love with writer-director Portia. We discuss its significance during a period of economic uncertainty and its distinct departure from Paul Thomas Anderson's other works. Portia shares her connection to the film, highlighting Adam Sandler’s multifaceted portrayal of Barry Egan and the film's subversion of romantic comedy tropes. We analyze its artistic choices, standout performances, and motifs of connection and isolation, ultimately recognizing how Punch Drunk Love invites a deeper appreciation within Anderson’s filmography.
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