88. Pleasantville

The fifties, baby. We're taking a look at 1998's Pleasantville, which takes a look at a 1950s America that never was, and always will be. This movie, marketed as a comedy, is actually a pretty serious look at fascism, oppression, and forced conformity, and would it surprise you to hear its message is still relevant today? We thought we were past all of that! Want to watch this episode on YouTube? My friend, we have great news for you. https://youtu.be/zxqnO4vW4CY  And while you're at it, head to https://www.youtube.com/@1weekrental to watch new, full video episodes every week. Artwork by Laci Roth. Music by Rural Route Nine (https://open.spotify.com/album/3oj7ZSGqfnZTtTlXa1fyeo?si=fZxDj8ZWT-2SpxhTUIdxow).  Load Bearing Beams is now 1-Week Rental.