Cinephile, history fan, and one-time Muscovite Ally Pitts explores contemporary and Soviet-era Russian language cinema one film at a time! The show combines interviews and movie discussion, and features expert guests including authors, journalists, stand-up comedians, and indie podcasters. From time to time, it also tackles Hollywood’s attempts to bring aspects of Russian culture, literature, and history to the Silver Screen.
Episodes
Thursday Nov 07, 2019
Anna (Luc Besson; 2019)
Thursday Nov 07, 2019
Thursday Nov 07, 2019
Lyn Seren, veteran of the podcast and possible 6th Element, joins Ally Pitts to discuss this slightly Cold War-flavoured espionage/action film
Expect SPOILERS from about 19 minutes in until the end.
CONTENT WARNING: the film includes depictions of an abusive relationship, self-harm, and suicidal behaviour.
Anna stars Sasha Luss, Helen Mirren, Cillian Murphy, Luke Evans, and Lera Abova.
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The show's intro music is Cold by Sasha Ilyukevich and the Highly Skilled Migrants.
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