#113 - "Uncut Gems" - The Genius of Making a Movie Unbearable
Description
In this episode, we break down the relentless anxiety that makes Uncut Gems one of the most intense movie experiences ever. We explore how the Safdie brothers use sound, pacing, and character chaos to trap the viewer in Howard Ratner’s world. From the brilliant editing to Adam Sandler’s career-defining performance, we analyze why this movie feels like a panic attack in the best way possible. We also dig into the themes of addiction, risk, and self-destruction that drive the story.
Chapters:
00:00:00 What they did to make it feel like that
00:16:00 Adam Sandler
00:20:06 Getting this movie made
00:24:01 Kevin Garnett
00:29:27 Is Howard a bad guy?
00:33:48 The title sequence is a metaphor for the movie
00:38:35 The ending
00:41:25 Howards perfect wardrobe
00:43:55 The funniest moments in the movie
00:53:48 The auction scene
01:01:21 Doc Rivers actually helped out
01:05:45 Our official rating
01:10:04 Final thoughts: VFX that show Howards tunnel vision
01:14:24 Cue the music
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