Ep 41 - Deconstructionist History

This episode, our hosts discuss films that either accurately or inaccurately portrayed moments in history. In the second half, they discuss films that inspired further research into a particular subject or event. Accuracy Critique: 1. Straight Outta Compton (2015) - Directed by F. Gary Gray; Based on the history of seminal Gangsta Rap Group N.W.A. 2. Anastasia (1997) - Directed by Don Bluth & Gary Goldman; Loosely based on the rumor that Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia escaped the execution of her family 3. Daughters of the Dust (1991) - Directed by Julie Dash; An account of a fictional family of Gullah Islanders during The Great Migration of African-Americans in America. Inspired Further Research: 1. Zodiac (2007) - Directed by David Fincher; Based on the non-fiction crime book "Zodiac", written by Robert Graysmith, about the unsolved serial murders committed by the "Zodiac Killer". 2. Titanic (1997) - Directed by James Cameron; Based on accounts of the sinking of the RMS Titanic 3. Rosemary's Baby (1968) - Written & Directed by Roman Polanski Weekly Recommendations: 1. The Frighteners (1996) - Co-written & Directed by Peter Jackson 2. My American Cousin (1985) - Written & Directed by Sandy Wilson 3. The Night of the Hunter (1955) - Co-Written & Directed by Charles Laughton The K Cut is hosted by Andrea B., James B., & Rachael C. Edited, Mixed, & Mastered by James B. Intro & Outro music by Boutique Paul https://linktr.ee/btqpaul We are available on Spotify & Apple podcasts, among other platforms, & can be found on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter https://linktr.ee/thekcut For more film related content be sure to browse the articles on https://www.filmsfatale.com/ If you enjoyed listening to this show be sure to check out The Prefer Not To Say Podcast, another show co-hosted by James