Sunset Boulevard (1950) Revisit ft. Frank Mandosa

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Dana and Tom with Frank Mandosa (host of Reels of Cinema, co-host of Movie Across the Pod) revisit Sunset Boulevard (1950): written and directed by Billy Wilder with Charles Brackett and DM Marshman Jr, cinematography by John F. Seitz, music by Franz Waxman, starring William Holden, Gloria Swanson, and Erich Von Stroheim.Plot Summary: Sunset Boulevard is a dark Hollywood drama directed by Billy Wilder. The story follows Joe Gillis (William Holden), a struggling screenwriter who can’t sell his scripts. By chance, he meets Norma Desmond (Gloria Swanson), a once-famous silent film actress who now lives in isolation in her decaying mansion on Sunset Boulevard. Norma dreams of making a comeback and convinces Joe to help rewrite a script she believes will return her to stardom.As Joe becomes financially dependent on Norma, he finds himself trapped in her world of fading glory and denial. Their relationship grows tense and unhealthy, especially as Joe develops feelings for another young writer. Norma’s desperation and inability to accept reality lead to a shocking and tragic ending. The film is a powerful look at obsession, fame, and the dark side of Hollywood.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back Frank04:39 Why is Sunset Boulevard So Critically Revered?14:11 Background for Sunset Boulevard16:51 Relationship(s) to Sunset Boulevard24:37 Plot Summary for Sunset Boulevard25:45 What is Sunset Boulevard About?29:35 Is Sunset Boulevard Billy Wilder's Best Film?33:48 Did You Know?35:52 First Break36:34 What's Happening with Frank40:38 Big Announcement - The Cinema Legacy Poll51:32 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy57:15 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:03:16 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:06:12 Second Break01:06:49 In Memoriam01:08:04 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:14:31 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:19:52 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:22:13 Remaining Questions for Sunset Boulevard01:23:36 Thank You to Frank and Final Thoughts01:26:14 CreditsGuest:Frank MandosaHost of Reels of Cinema podcast, co-host of Movies across the Podhttps://linktr.ee/reelsofcinema; www.frankmandosa.weebly.comPreviously on The Sixth SenseYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the original episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/sunset-boulevard-1950For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/sunset-boulevard-1950-revisit-ft-frank-mandosaFor the entire rankings list so far, go to:

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