Curated by Chance

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Neal and Lauren Dive into Cinema and Art in Episode 3! This week, the dynamic duo takes on three intriguing prompts that lead to fascinating discussions. Neal explores the film Ocean's Eleven (2001), revealing the technical brilliance of Steven Soderbergh and the star-studded cast that makes this heist movie a fan favorite. Lauren, on the other hand, transports listeners to the world of Japanese Ukiyo-e art with an in-depth look at The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai, offering insights into the artist's life and the lasting influence of this masterpiece. Plus, they share laughs over Brad Pitt’s endless snacking on set and Neal’s attempts at recreating early 2000s fashion. Stay tuned as Lauren pulls from Chance for the next episode’s prompts—what surprises await?


EPISODE 3 PROMPTS:

Olive, 8, Ocean


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Neal's Topic:

Ocean's Eleven (2001) - A deep dive into Steven Soderbergh’s heist masterpiece

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Lauren's Topic:

The Great Wave off Kanagawa (1831) by Hokusai - Discover the story behind Japan’s most famous artwork

Where to see the art

Where to learn more about Hokusai


RECOMMENDATIONS:

Farewell Mr. Bunting - SNL Dead Poet's Society Parody

Steven Soderbergh's Black + White Cut of Raiders of the Lost Ark. (Watch the blocking)


LAUREN'S HOMEWORK:

  1. Utiga Hiroshige - The Last Great Master
  2. Harvey Ellis + M. Louise Stowell

  3. NEAL'S HOMEWORK:

    1. Watch AUDITION (1999) with no prior knowledge. *If you like horror*
    2. Check out Soderbergh's influence for one particular sequence in Ocean's Eleven. HERE is the shot from the movie and HERE is the likely influence from Hitchcock.

    3. Follow the show and its creators on Instagram:

      The Show - @curatedbychance

      Lauren - @paisleylo

      Neal - @nealefischer

      E-mail: [email protected]

      Hear Neal each week on Triviality Podcast. Subscribe now!

      Listen to Lauren on Miss Information Podcast! Subscribe now!

      Topics discussed:

      Heist Movies, Cinematography, Steven Soderbergh, Ocean's Eleven, Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Dead Poet's Society, Hitchcock, Japanese Art, Ukiyo-e, Hokusai, The Great Wave off Kanagawa, Woodblock Prints, Edo Period, Art History, Film Techniques, Lighting in Film, Movie Blocking, Japanese Culture, Prussian Blue, Debussy, Hiroshige, Woodblock, Van Gogh

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