In-depth discussion of Sam Peckinpah’s 1971 film Straw Dogs, featuring guest Liam (co-host of the Spotlight Star Trek podcast and major Peckinpah fan). We cover the film’s origins, Peckinpah’s career and struggles, the infamous controversy, themes of masculinity and violence, editing, score, and why it’s one of Liam’s all-time favorites.
Content warning: This episode contains detailed discussion of sexual assault and extreme violence.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro & Film Stats 01:40 Liam’s Podcasting Background (Spotlight) 05:30 Peckinpah Fandom Origin Story 12:00 Discovering The Wild Bunch & Straw Dogs 18:00 Peckinpah’s Career Struggles & What-Ifs 25:00 Trigger Warning & Entering Straw Dogs 30:00+ Film Discussion, Themes, Editing, Score, Controversy & Rankings
Huge thanks to Liam for joining. Check out Spotlight (the Star Trek podcast from a non-Trekkie perspective) wherever you get your podcasts.
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