Anatomy of a Murder (1959) ft. Christine Duncan and Myke Emal
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Dana and Tom with guests, Christine Duncan and Myke Emal (Cinemusts) discuss Anatomy of a Murder (1959): directed by Otto Preminger, written by Wendell Mayes, music by Duke Ellington, starring James Stewart, Lee Remick, Ben Gazzara, and George C. Scott. Plot Summary: Anatomy of a Murder is a gripping courtroom drama that follows the defense of Lt. Frederick Manion (Ben Gazzara), who is accused of murdering a local bar owner. Manion claims the killing was in revenge for the alleged rape of his wife, Laura (Lee Remick). Defense attorney Paul Biegler (James Stewart) takes on the case, navigating a tense legal battle filled with moral ambiguity, unreliable testimonies, and psychological intricacies. The film explores themes of justice, truth, and the complexity of human nature, leaving the audience questioning the true nature of guilt and innocence. Guests: Christine Duncan - Wife of Dana and Mother of Tom 12x guest: Pretty Woman, Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally, There's Something About Mary, My Fair Lady, Pillow Talk, The Odd Couple, Bringing Up Baby, A Few Good Men - Revisit, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Top Gun, Dial M for Murder Myke Emal - Host and Creator of the Cinemusts podcast @cinemusts on Twitter, Letterboxd, Facebook, and IG Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 03:08 Getting to Know Myke Emal 08:04 Cast and Recognition for Anatomy of a Murder 11:30 Relationship(s) to the Film 16:21 What is Anatomy of a Murder About? 20:40 How True to Life is the Legal Aspect of the Film? 23:36 Top James Stewart Roles of All-Time 30:48 Plot Summary for Anatomy of a Murder 31:43 Did You
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