Dredd (2012 Future Cult Classic)

Dredd (2012 Future Cult Classic)

Author: Awesome Movie Year April 26, 2023 Duration: 51:06

The twelfth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2012 features our future cult classic pick, comic book adaptation Dredd. Directed by Pete Travis from a screenplay by Alex Garland and starring Karl Urban, Olivia Thirlby, Lena Headey, Wood Harris and Domhnall Gleeson, Dredd was based on the long-running Judge Dredd character created by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra in the anthology series 2000 AD.

The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Darren Franich in Entertainment Weekly (https://ew.com/article/2012/10/19/dredd-3d/), Simon Abrams in The Village Voice, and Keith Phipps in the AV Club (https://www.avclub.com/dredd-1798174246).

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Ever wonder what makes a particular year in cinema truly stand out? Awesome Movie Year digs into that very question, one remarkable film at a time. Co-hosted by film critic Josh Bell alongside filmmaker and comedian Jason Harris, this podcast picks a single, noteworthy year each season and meticulously explores what made it so special. Rather than broad overviews, every episode zooms in on a different movie from that chosen year, offering a deep dive into its impact, its cultural moment, and its lasting legacy. The conversations blend critical analysis with a genuine love for the medium, thanks to the hosts' complementary backgrounds. Produced by David Rosen of Piecing It Together for the All Points West Podcast Network, the show has a polished yet conversational feel. You’ll hear about blockbusters and hidden gems alike, all through the lens of why they mattered then and why they still resonate. It’s for anyone who loves to look beyond the screen and understand the context that creates a classic. Tune in to Awesome Movie Year for a thoughtful and engaging tour through some of cinema’s most fascinating periods.
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