Requiem for a Dream

Four characters. Three seasons. One argument about addiction. Requiem for a Dream is Darren Aronofsky's 2000 psychological drama—written with Hubert Selby Jr. from Selby's novel, scored by Clint Mansell with the Kronos Quartet, and anchored by what Pete and Andy consider the best performance of Ellen Burstyn's career. In the finale of our original Ellen Burstyn series, they dig into everything that makes it more than a difficult film to watch: its structure, its visual language, and the craft awe that leaves Andy smiling every time it ends.We have a great time talking about it, so check it out then tune in—The Next Reel on TruStory FM, when the movie ends, our conversation begins!🔓 The movie ends. The conversation goes further. Become a member. 🎧 Members get this episode early and ad-free in their private feed—plus every show in The Next Reel family.Full episode resources here.The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and Movements | The Film Board | Movies We Like | The Next Reel | Sitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Web | Letterboxd | Flickchart | Instagram | Bluesky | YouTube | DiscordYour Hosts: Andy | PeteMerch Store | Audible