In this episode of 'Anthologies Attack,' hosts Father Malone and Antonio Llapur dive into the Coen Brothers' 2018 anthology film 'The Ballad of Buster Scruggs.' They discuss each of the six segments, the film's unique take on the American West, and its themes of death and storytelling. Highlighted are the film's notable performances, including those by James Franco, Zoe Kazan, and Tom Waits. The hosts also touch on the Coen Brothers' adeptness at genre-hopping and their distinct narrative style. The discussion includes a breakdown of the film's cinematography, music, and the impact of its unique storytelling format.

00:00 Introduction to Anthologies Attack
02:11 Coen Brothers' Filmography 
3:28 Discussion on Buster Scruggs' Stories
18:30 Near Algodones: The Unlucky Cowboy
27:55 Companion Pieces: The Long Goodbye and Inherent Vice  
30:16 The Dark Humor of Meal Ticket
35:16 The Hopeful Tale of All Gold Canyon
39:46 The Tragic Romance of The Gal Who Got Rattled
43:03 The Supernatural Journey in The Mortal Remains 
53:48 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us

Antonio LLapur
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Father Malone
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