Episode 127
Decision to Leave
This week we're headed back to the cinema to watch this year's Korean art film darling Decision to Leave by celebrated director Park Chan-Wook about a detective who catches feelings for the widow he is investigating for the death of her husband. We dive into how the film tackles the tropes of noir detective fiction, and how restrained this film is in depicting violence and sexiness. We also feature a special bonus "spoiler zone" to discuss how this detective thriller resolves (for those looking for additional hot takes)!
What's Popping? - Ticket to Paradise, Itaewon Class, The Bear
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Played by Obie Award winner Francis Jue (Pacific Overtures, Soft Power), a father learns that closing the door to his past means shutting his daughter out in Good Enemy, a haunting and hopeful world premiere play from Yilong Liu. Performances for this smart, thrilling limited engagement begin October 25 at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York.
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Chinese Republicans, a new play from Alex Lin
Coming to the Roundabout Theatre Company this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew, following three high-powered businesswomen who meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the group is jolted when Katie, a bright-eyed 24-year-old new to the workforce, joins to navigate the world of corporate finance. As each of the women attempts to steer Katie towards what they’re certain is best, they’re forced to grapple with how much they already have and are willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder.
