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33 “The Boys Are Back In Town” ("A Night in Casablanca" Deep Dive featuring Scott Alexander)
33 “The Boys Are Back In Town” ("A Night in Casablanca" Deep Dive featuring Scott Alexander)
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Length:
120 minutes
Released:
Mar 28, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Noted screenwriter and Marx devotee Scott Alexander returns, this time for a deep dive into “The Howl Raiser of 1946”, A Night in Casablanca.
The Marxes' screen comeback after five years was a triumph both artistically and financially, though not really appreciated until recent decades. With sharper writing and surprising moments of surrealism, it almost feels like a return to Paramount…but, as we point out, the Thalberg softening of the team was still in evidence. We detail our first experiences with the film, point out plot discrepancies, note classic lines, and most importantly, realize the Marxes could defeat the Nazis even without Zeppo.
And as a bonus, The Not Ready For Online Players return for two more deleted scene recreations…
WARNING: This episode contains explicit language.
The Marxes' screen comeback after five years was a triumph both artistically and financially, though not really appreciated until recent decades. With sharper writing and surprising moments of surrealism, it almost feels like a return to Paramount…but, as we point out, the Thalberg softening of the team was still in evidence. We detail our first experiences with the film, point out plot discrepancies, note classic lines, and most importantly, realize the Marxes could defeat the Nazis even without Zeppo.
And as a bonus, The Not Ready For Online Players return for two more deleted scene recreations…
WARNING: This episode contains explicit language.
Released:
Mar 28, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (80)
01 "The Magazines Leave The Depot": In the inaugural episode, Matthew, Bob, and Noah introduce themselves, discuss the pronunciation of Chico's name ("Chico"), and give their quick thoughts on each of the Marxes 13 starring films... Visit us online at: https://www.marxbrotherscouncilp ... by The Marx Brothers Council Podcast