Show Notes

• "Kingdom of Heaven | Why The Director's Cut Is Better" by Daniel Netzel

Synopsis
A bereaved French peasant discovers his noble heritage and embarks on a knight’s quest, traveling to Jerusalem in search of purpose and redemption.

Starring Orlando Bloom and directed by Ridley Scott, Kingdom of Heaven was released May 6, 2005.

Where to watch Kingdom of Heaven

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Tay: The Counselor (Scott, 2013) —where to watch

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Show Notes

• The Brutalist trailer
• Russell Crowe on working with Ridley Scott
• Russell Crowe on his acting skills

Synopsis
Gladiator follows Maximus, a second-century Roman general, who is betrayed and left for dead by Marcus Aurelius’ ambitious son, Commodus. In order to take revenge for his murdered family, Maximus must rise through the ranks as a gladiator.

Starring Russell Crowe and directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator was released May 12, 2000.


Where to watch Gladiator

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Tay: Quest For Fire (Annaud, 1981) —where to watch

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Show Notes

• Ari Aster @ Film at Lincoln Center
• Ari Aster on The Big Picture Podcast

Synopsis
Midsommar follows the depressed Dani as she joins her disengaged boyfriend on a trip to Sweden to attend a folk festival. The more they learn about the reclusive commune of which they are guests, the more unsettling their experience becomes.

Starring Florence Pugh and written and directed by Ari Aster, Midsommar was released July 23, 2019.


Where to watch Midsommar

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