Chapter
The Use of Absurdism in Filmmaking
39:02 - 45:53 (06:51)
The use of absurdist comedy in films like The Big Short and Vice allows for the exploration of serious social and political issues with a touch of humor, while also pushing boundaries in filmmaking techniques.
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In this podcast, a filmmaker talks about his preference for using "film" instead of "digital" when making movies and how it has allowed him to experiment and get creative with his work.
39:02 - 40:01 (00:58)
Summary
In this podcast, a filmmaker talks about his preference for using "film" instead of "digital" when making movies and how it has allowed him to experiment and get creative with his work.
ChapterThe Use of Absurdism in Filmmaking
EpisodeA Conversation With Adam McKay
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
Seth Meyers and guest Adam McKay discuss the shift in McKay's directing style, specifically his decision to take on a big comedy about the financial collapse.
40:01 - 43:17 (03:16)
Summary
Seth Meyers and guest Adam McKay discuss the shift in McKay's directing style, specifically his decision to take on a big comedy about the financial collapse. They explore whether his decision was motivated by a personal challenge or a result of his maturation as a director.
ChapterThe Use of Absurdism in Filmmaking
EpisodeA Conversation With Adam McKay
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The challenge for filmmakers now is to make a populist film that talks about corruption, inequality and other issues that are being ignored by the media and the public.
43:17 - 45:53 (02:36)
Summary
The challenge for filmmakers now is to make a populist film that talks about corruption, inequality and other issues that are being ignored by the media and the public. Movies like The Big Short, Succession, Vice, and Death of Stalin all have humor, but also deal with political divides and important issues.