N*ggas Eatin

EP. 6 Action Movies pt. 1

May 12, 2020 N*ggas Eatin Season 1 Episode 6
N*ggas Eatin
EP. 6 Action Movies pt. 1
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In the first half of our two-part deep dive into modern action movies, we explore the socio-political and technological influences on the aesthetics and themes of action  films at the turn of the new millennium.  We cover the period from 1995 - 2010. Be sure to check out this episode's watchlist on letterboxd.


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Casino Royale 06 & Digital Intermediate
Set up 90's early 2000’s action
Bad Boys 95
Golden Eye 95
Mission Impossible 96
Independence Day 96
The Matrix
2000’s set up
Charlies Angels
9/11 attacks
90's Action Recap
Pearl Harbor
Ramifications of cross media buyback of 1996
Changes in Post 9/11 filmmaking
The Bourne Identity 02
Intensified Continuity
Shifts in Sequels
Mission Accomplished
Casino Royale 06 & Digital Intermediate
Inception (10)
United 93 (06) & Directly Addressing 9/11
Abu Ghraib and Horror
Bourne Ultimatum & recognizing US monstrosity to forgive ourselves of wrongdoing
Mission Impossible III (06) & showcasing intelligence apparatuses
Iron Man 08 & the beginning of the IP Cinematic Universes
Aeon Flux (05) & The Dark Knight (08) Easing Concerns of Patriot Act
The Batman Franchise and Changing Action (89-08)
The Hurt Locker (08) and weaponized feminism
Wrap Up
Handles & End