Force Majeure • The Next Reel

“The truth is when reality is staring you in the face and you’re afraid to die, very few of us are heroic." It’s time for another Listener’s Choice episode, this time with our friends Per Johansson and Gustav Larsed from the Filmpodden podcast in Sweden. They selected something from the home country — Ruben Östlund’s 2014 film “Force Majeure.” Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we take on the icy slopes to discuss this avalanche of emotion. We talk with Per and Gustav about why they picked this film and what it means to them, as well as why they’re so divided on it. We discuss our own thoughts of this film, why we like it so much, and how much tension it created in us in the third act. We chat about the performances, notably Johannes Kuhnke, Lisa Loven Kongsli and Kristofer Hivju, and what they all bring to the film. We look at the cinematography of the film and how it portrays so brilliantly — and clinically — nature and man’s battle with it. And we try to figure out several strange and pivotal moments within the film. It’s a truly fascinating character piece that seems to divide viewers quite a bit. So check out the film then tune in! Film Sundries Original theatrical trailerOriginal poster artworkFlickchartLes Arcs Ski Resort, FranceCopperhill Mountain Lodge, Sweden Trailers of the WeekAndy’s Trailer: Trumbo — “Since I was involved in a Trumbo project in college, I’ve been fascinated by Dalton Trumbo’s career and his blacklisting. He’s an important figure in the annals of Hollywood, and Bryan Cranston looks to do him justice. I’m quite excited to see how Jay Roach of all people brings this story to the silver screen."Pete’s Trailer: The Hateful Eight — “The controversial production from Quentin Tarantino hits teaser status. It’s a mean spirited western filled with bounty hunters and betrayal. I’m all in.”Support The Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Letterboxd Pro/Patron discount | Audible