In the second part of their Moneyball discussion, Andrew and Frank discuss the structure and themes of the film. What is the point? Does it even have one? Is it just as formulaic as other sports films or is it a fantastic new entry to the genre? Tune in to find out.

SHOW NOTES:

0:22 - Intro and clip
2:44 - The characterization of Billy Beane
11:13 - Moneyball vs. the human factor; characterization
15:10 - Hitting certain structural "beats"
19:55 - One man vs. the system, the ultimate message of the film
21:25 - Political subtext?
27:00 - Show close

DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com. Thanks for listening!

In the second part of their Moneyball discussion, Andrew and Frank discuss the structure and themes of the film. What is the point? Does it even have one? Is it just as formulaic as other sports films or is it a fantastic new entry to the genre? Tune in to find out. SHOW NOTES: 0:22 - Intro and clip 2:44 - The characterization of Billy Beane 11:13 - Moneyball vs. the human factor; characterization 15:10 - Hitting certain structural "beats" 19:55 - One man vs. the system, the ultimate message of the film 21:25 - Political subtext? 27:00 - Show close DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com. Thanks for listening!

Episode #3: Moneyball (Part 2)

Are you a movie addict? Do you get the shakes if you're not at the theater every weekend? Does your spirit long for cinematic enlightenment? If so, don't worry. We're here to help you get your fix. <br />
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Join Andrew and Monica every week for the purest discussion and in-depth analysis of the latest mainstream and blockbuster films. Don't want to be spoiled? No problem! Each episode is split into two separate segments. The first is just a 10-minute general discussion letting you know whether or not a movie is worth your hard-earned cash. The second is when they dive deep into spoiler territory and really pick apart what does and doesn't work at both a craft and thematic level. Come on, you know you want it. And the best part is, this drug is legal.

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Are you a movie addict? Do you get the shakes if you're not at the theater every weekend? Does your spirit long for cinematic enlightenment? If so, don't worry. We're here to help you get your fix. Join Andrew and Monica every week for the purest discussion and in-depth analysis of the latest mainstream and blockbuster films. Don't want to be spoiled? No problem! Each episode is split into two separate segments. The first is just a 10-minute general discussion letting you know whether or not a movie is worth your hard-earned cash. The second is when they dive deep into spoiler territory and really pick apart what does and doesn't work at both a craft and thematic level. Come on, you know you want it. And the best part is, this drug is legal.

Are you a movie addict? Do you get the shakes if you're not at the theater every weekend? Does your spirit long for cinematic enlightenment? If so, don't worry. We're here to help you get your fix. <br>
<br>
Join Andrew and Monica every week for the purest discussion and in-depth analysis of the latest mainstream and blockbuster films. Don't want to be spoiled? No problem! Each episode is split into two separate segments. The first is just a 10-minute general discussion letting you know whether or not a movie is worth your hard-earned cash. The second is when they dive deep into spoiler territory and really pick apart what does and doesn't work at both a craft and thematic level. Come on, you know you want it. And the best part is, this drug is legal.

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