The Fellowship Of The Reel reviews UNBREAKABLE
Part Two of a four episode Yippy Kai Yay tribute to the great Mr. Bruce Willis. Join us as we celebrate four of Bruce's films and try and say thank you for years of great movies.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Willis and his entire family.
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Exploring the Depths of 'Unbreakable' and Hero-Villain
Dynamics
This podcast episode features a detailed analysis by the
Fellowship of the Reel on the 2000 film 'Unbreakable' directed by M. Night
Shyamalan and starring Bruce Willis. The discussion delves into the film’s
innovative approach to the superhero genre, highlighting David Dunn's journey
of self-discovery after surviving a train crash, leading to the realization of
his superhuman abilities. Emphasizing the film's themes, structure, and
character development, the conversation also explores the nuanced hero-villain
dynamic, focusing on the transformation of characters, their moral ambiguities,
and the complexities of their relationship. The analysis covers the emotional
impact of the film's twist ending, the moral dilemmas faced by the characters,
and concludes with varying opinions on the movie’s execution, paying tribute to
Willis's cinematic contributions.
00:00 Welcome to Fellowship of the Reel
00:40 Diving Deep into Movie Mechanics
01:20 A Tribute to Bruce Willis: Unbreakable Review
02:03 Analyzing Unbreakable's Story and Impact
08:12 Unbreakable's Cast and Crew Insights
11:49 Exploring M. Night Shyamalan's Storytelling
14:21 Dissecting Unbreakable's Structure and Themes
17:05 Reflections on Unbreakable and Its Legacy
22:33 Debating the Catalyst of Unbreakable
31:52 Elijah's Role and the Power of Comic Books
33:24 Exploring Symbolism and Character Depth
34:05 Elijah's Character and the Adult Superhero Theme
34:35 Realism in Superhero Depictions
35:41 The Hero's Journey: Debates and Tests
36:26 Exploring Superhero Capabilities and Doubts
37:18 The Moral and Ethical Dilemmas of Superheroism
38:10 Unveiling the Superhero Within
40:41 The Consequences of Heroism and Villainy
41:54 Reflections on Identity and Purpose
49:57 The Final Act: Embracing the Superhero Identity
55:06 Revelations and Moral Ambiguities
57:53 A Deep Dive into the Villain's Psyche
01:01:53 Concluding Thoughts on Unbreakable
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Snyder's Genres:
MONSTER IN THE HOUSE - MONSTER, HOUSES, SIN
GOLDEN FLEECE - ROAD, TEAM, PRIZE
OUT OF THE BOTTLE - A WISH, A SPELL, A LESSON
DUDE WITH A PROBLEM - AN INNOCENT HERO, A SUDDEN EVENT, A TEST OF SURVIVAL
RITE OF PASSAGE - A LIFE PROBLEM, THE WRONG WAY TO FIX IT, THE SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM
BUDDY LOVE - AN INCOMPLETE HERO, A COUNTERPART NEEDED TO MAKE THEIR LIFE WHOLE, A COMPLICATION THAT IS KEEPING THEM APART EVEN THOUGH THAT FORCE IS BINDING THEM TOGETHER
WHYDUNNIT? - A DETECTIVE, A SECRET, A DARK TURN
FOOL TRIUMPHANT - A FOOL, AN ESTABLISHMENT, A TRANSMUTATION
INSTITUTIONALIZED - A GROUP, A CHOICE, A SACRIFICE (JOIN, BURN IT DOWN, COMMIT SUICIDE)
SUPERHERO - A POWER, A NEMESIS, A CURSE
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The Snyder Beats:
OPENING IMAGE
THEME STATED
SETUP
CATALYST
DEBATE
BREAK INTO TWO
B STORY
FUN AND GAMES
MIDPOINT (FALSE VICTORY OR DEFEAT BUT OPPOSITE OF THE ALL IS LOST)
BAD GUYS CLOSE IN
ALL IS LOST (OPPOSITE OF THE MIDPOINT, FALSE VICTORY OR DEFEAT)
DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL
BREAK INTO THREE
gathering the team
executing the plan
high tower surprise
dig deep down
execution of the new plan
FINALE
FINAL IMAGE
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