Polka Dots & Nuclear War

Get ready for a thrilling journey underwater and through Japan and New York City in Episode 4 of Curated by Chance! Hosts Neal and Lauren tackle an eclectic mix of topics that blend art history and cinematic suspense. This week, Lauren takes us through the fascinating life and works of Yayoi Kusama, the avant-garde queen of polka dots. From her early struggles in Japan to her rise as an influential artist in New York, Lauren sheds light on Kusama’s unique artistic vision, including her iconic Infinity Nets and her collaboration with Louis Vuitton. Meanwhile, Neal dives into the tension-filled world of 1990s cinema with a breakdown of Crimson Tide (1995). Learn about the powerhouse performances by Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington, the intense mutiny aboard a nuclear submarine, and the genius of director Tony Scott. Stay tuned as the duo navigates the themes of creativity, conflict, and collaboration in both the art world and film industry. Plus, discover how Kusama's personal battles shaped her groundbreaking works, and what makes Crimson Tide a quintessential dad movie full of suspense and moral dilemmas. EPISODE 4 PROMPTS: Red, 450, Failure Support our show by becoming a Patron! www.patreon.com/curatedbychance Send us follow-up questions or questions relating to Art & Film for our Patreon Bonuses! Neal's Topic: Crimson Tide (1995) - Where to stream the film Where to buy the film Lauren's Topic: The Work of Yayoi Kusama Where to see the art Where to learn more about Kusama Kusama: Infinity - Documentary RECOMMENDATIONS: The Adventure Zone Podcast My Brother, My Brother and Me Podcast The Rest is Entertainment Podcast All About Agatha (Christie) Podcast Hoge & Jahns: Chicago Bears Podcast LAUREN'S HOMEWORK: 12 Places To Find Infinity Rooms NEAL'S HOMEWORK: If you like Gene Hackman, check out Night Moves: Trailer for Night Moves (1975) Tony Scott: An Artist of Pure Cinema - Scott's style and influence Follow the show and its creators on Instagram: The Show - @curatedbychance Lauren - @paisleylo Neal - @nealefischer E-mail: [email protected] Hear Neal each week on Triviality Podcast. Subscribe now! Listen to Lauren on Miss Information Podcast! Subscribe now! Topics discussed: Yayoi Kusama, Infinity Rooms, Avant-Garde Art, Polka Dots, Crimson Tide (1995), Gene Hackman, Denzel Washington, Tony Scott, Film Direction, Art Commercialization, Artistic Struggles, Submarine Movies, Mutiny in Cinema, 90s Blockbusters, Biography, Influence, Art Installations, Mental Health, Creativity, Louis Vuitton, Submarines, Dad Movies, Underwater, Quentin Tarantino, Robert Towne, Steve Zaillian, Silver Spoons, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Inside Man, Spike Lee