Proletarian Contrarian

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Proletarian Contrarian episodes

  • Episode 63: Steven Soderbergh Onlyfans ("The Girlfriend Experience," 2009) feat. June (@JuneSayers1)
    Author June Sayers (@ JuneSayers1) joins Lewis and Nick to discuss sex work, the alienation of the late aughts, and the supremely underrated direction of "The Girlfriend Experience" (2009). This nearly plotless film, which explores the ennui of existence, is a supreme testament to the validity of hot rights (neatly capturing the prime interests of Lewis, Nick, and June, respectively). Soderbergh and star Sasha Grey knock it out of the park with this late capitalist masterpiece.
    June's Patreon: www.patreon.com/junesayers
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    A Whore's Manifesto: https://thorntreepress.com/a-whores-manifesto/
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "Hot Tub" by Freedom Tickler
    1 hr 22 min
  • Episode 62: The Great Dismal Present ("Johnny Mnemonic," 1995)
    Boot up your simstim decks, jack in to the Matrix grid, and run a search for "Pro/Con Episode 62." You'll find that your favorite couple of Gentlemen Losers, Lewis and Nick, have thoroughly analyzed "Johnny Mnemonic" (1995). Jam-packed with incredible sets, weirdo 90's imagery, and prescient CGI graphics better suited to a basic cable late-night heartburn commercial, this cyberpunk classic has been marinating in its anachronisms for two and a half decades, and has developed a fuller, richer flavor for it.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Room service rant by Keanu Reeves
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    1 hr 30 min
  • Episode 61: Shadowbanned ("The Shadow," 1994)
    "Who knows what bullshit lurks in the heart of Online.....Pro/Con knows!" Thus concludes Pro/Con's pulp month! Slip into a dark alleyway with Lewis and Nick and watch out for "The Shadow" (1994). An odd entry of the 90's pulp adaptation craze, this gem offers much to appreciate despite some wonky acting. Pinpoint aesthetics, fanciful writing, and an eerie tone all come together for some truly bizarre, pulpy goodness.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "Original Sin (Theme from The Shadow)" by Taylor Dayne
    1 hr 36 min
  • PREVIEW BONUS Episode 60: Conan's Band of Merry Men ("Conan the Destroyer," 1984)
    PATRON BONUS EP ALERT!
    https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-60-band-34163707
    Okay, we got to the good non-Milius Conan. Join Lewis and Nick as they lustily gorge themselves on "Conan the Destroyer" (1984), a far more delectable meal than the 2011 reboot. Come for peak Schwarzenegger, stay for Grace Jones, Andre the Giant, Mako Iwamatsu, Wilt Chamberlain, and Tracey Walter all coming together to film a goofy, live-action D&D adventure.
    1 min
  • Episode 59: The Riddle of Nu Metal ("Conan the Barbarian," 2011)
    "Pro/Con, what is best in life?" "To subtweet your enemies, see them melt down before you, and to hear the lamentations of their mufos!" That's right folks, Pro/Con tackles 2011's "Conan the Barbarian" for part three of Pulp Month. As brutal as a barbarian's rage, it's also about as eloquent and engaging. Vague Dark Souls imagery and admirable effort from Jason Momoa can't make up for the earnest, tedious self-seriousness with which this dud takes itself.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "Right Now" by KoЯn
    1 hr 23 min
  • Episode 58: The Pervy Phantom ("The Phantom of the Opera," 2004) feat. Katy
    "The phantom of the opera is there/Inside our pod..." Welcome, one and all, to the Pro/Con review of "The Phantom of the Opera" (2004), that most Gothic and, uh, romantic of stage musical adaptations. Joining the Pro/Con lovebirds for this romantic episode is Lewis' wife Katy, an avowed Phantomhead. Join the trio as they debate the lurid merits of director Joel Schumacher, gush over Gerard Butler's wardrobe, and ponder the mystery of Erik the Phantom's toy monkey.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "The Phantom of the Opera" performed by Emmy Rossum and Gerard Butler
    1 hr 22 min
  • Episode 57: No Ethical Monkey Business Under Capitalism (“The Legend of Tarzan," 2016)
    Welcome to Pro/Con's Pulp Month of 2020! Grab hold of a vine and leap headlong into "The Legend of Tarzan" (2016)! You know it's a rough one when Lewis and Nick constantly reference the Disney adaptation in a positive light. What's that, you ask? Is this movie bad? Well, does a gorilla shit in the jungle? You know it, folks!
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "Strangers Like Me" by Phil Collins, from the soundtrack to Disney's 1999 Tarzan animated film
    1 hr 14 min
  • Episode 56: You Down With B.D.P. ("Domino," 2019)
    Director Brian De Palma makes his big Pro/Con debut with "Domino" (2019). Lewis and Nick express their enthusiasm for the work of the notorious BDP in between their plot breakdown of this Eurotrash banger. A haunting soundtrack, a searing performance from Eriq Ebouaney, and a handful of memorable action set pieces give this lazy Sunday afternoon flick some staying power.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "Carnage Festival" by Pino Donaggio
    1 hr 38 min
  • Episode 55: Snyder's Court of Owls ("Legend of the Guardians," 2010)
    Pro/Con is officially a Zack Snyder stan podcast (third Snyder film!), apparently. Lewis and Nick examine "Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole" (2010) like an ornithologist prodding a fresh pellet. A visually stunning and earnest adaptation of the titular YA book series, the film nevertheless falls prey to all of the common issues that shadow every would-be Harry Potter.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "To the Sky" by Owl City
    1 hr 17 min
  • Episode 54: Apoopos of the Wet Snow (“Out Cold," 2001)
    How often can Lewis and Nick deflect from discussing the plot of "Out Cold" (2001)? Very often, turns out! Analyzing regurgitated Casablanca references, prodding the cultural detritus of the aughts, and dumping on Weezer is more interesting than anything in this stinker. Except for a truly inspired visual poop gag.
    Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/pro_con
    Music-
    "when the struggle itself becomes identified with a series of defeats" by 红山郡 (hongshanjun.bandcamp.com/album/-)
    "Anytime" by Eve 6
    1 hr 2 min

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