EPISODE · Nov 21, 2024 · 26 MIN
Getting Straight (1970) - Drive-In Double Feature Episode 320
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In this episode of Drive-In Double Feature Podcast, Nathan and Ryan explore the 1970 counterculture classic Getting Straight. Starring Elliott Gould and Candice Bergen, this film captures the tension and absurdity of the Vietnam-era student protests while blending comedy, drama, and romance. The hosts dive into the movie’s sharp critique of academia, its portrayal of generational conflict, and the electrifying performance of Gould at the height of his career. Is Getting Straight a hidden gem of the New Hollywood era or a relic of its time? Tune in to hear Nathan and Ryan unpack this fascinating mix of slapstick humor and political commentary.
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In this episode of Drive-In Double Feature Podcast, Nathan and Ryan explore the 1970 counterculture classic Getting Straight. Starring Elliott Gould and Candice Bergen, this film captures the tension and absurdity of the Vietnam-era student protests while blending comedy, drama, and romance. The hosts dive into the movie’s sharp critique of academia, its portrayal of generational conflict, and the electrifying performance of Gould at the height of his career. Is Getting Straight a hidden gem of the New Hollywood era or a relic of its time? Tune in to hear Nathan and Ryan unpack this fascinating mix of slapstick humor and political commentary.
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