In this second part of our conversation on Blade Runner, Connor and the two Joes turn their blurring focus on its sequel, Blade Runner 2049. Connor is still congested and all three are quite drunk. As with the previous episode, consider yourself warned regarding spoilers! Expect little actual philosophy but plenty of insight into "gay fellas" and tits popping out. Here is an article by Connor and a movie review by Joe.
(00:00 - 00:28) - Intro
(00:28 - 10:10) - Moving onto the recent Blade Runner sequel, we outline the plot and the elements we enjoyed. (10:10 - 21:30) - Exploring the themes and philosophical ideas of the film we start with an absolute gem of a question; enquiring as to whether the film is "blindist". Then we briefly touch upon biblical motifs before segwaying into a discussion on reproduction and Alfonso Cuarón's Children of Men. Finally, we manage to get around to talking about how it handles meaning and reality. (21:30 - 32:22) - Incredibly drunk by this point, we try to unpack gender politics and minority representation in the film, focusing on the use of misogyny and sexism in dystopian fiction. (32:22 - 35:50) - With the conversation derailed and phronesis left well and truly behind we give a passing mention to the continuity of Asian and world themes and mention the musical score before we say our goodbyes. (35:50 - 37:27) - Outro Edited by Connor. Jingles recorded by Nye (guitars) & Connor (harmonica)
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
Participants
|