Ep.3: Lovecraft Country - 101 - Sundown

Ep.3: Lovecraft Country - 101 - Sundown

Author: Shat on Entertainment August 19, 2020 Duration: 58:08
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Our "Sundown" Deep Dive explores the breakneck pace and refreshing attitude of Lovecraft Country's debut episode. We examine the racist legacy of H.P Lovecraft, the legendary voice of James Baldwin, and the principle of "othering."

A voicemail about "The Green Book" takes Gene Lyons to task, and listener letters highlight the history of Chicago's Bronzeville, the concept of "struggle movies," the contrast of eldritch horror vs. Jim Crow horror, and the use sci-fi and horror as genres to tackle bigotry.

Ash teaches us about weird fiction, Denmark Vesey, and how to pronounce Cthulhu. Letitia and Atticus shine in their many splendid F*** YOUs. And The King Bee provides a handy overview of Edgar Rice Burroughs characters who appear in Episode 1.

Lovecraft Country Episode 1 Summary:

Veteran and pulp-fiction aficionado Atticus Freeman travels from the Jim Crow South to his South Side of Chicago hometown in search of his missing father Montrose. After recruiting his uncle George and childhood friend Letitia to join him, the trio sets out for "Ardham," MA, where they think Montrose may have gone looking for insight into Atticus' late mother's ancestry. As they journey across the Midwest, Tic, Leti, and George encounter dangers lurking at every turn, especially after sundown.

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Join the team at Shat on Entertainment as they dive deep into the world of Lovecraft Country. This podcast offers a detailed, episode-by-episode analysis of the ambitious HBO series from Jordan Peele and J.J. Abrams, blending cosmic horror with the brutal realities of 1950s America. Each discussion unpacks the show's complex layers-its commentary on race, its science fiction and horror roots, and its exploration of civil rights-all while drawing insightful connections to the original Matt Ruff novel that inspired it. The conversation is enriched by audience letters and voicemails, creating a dynamic and community-driven dialogue. Listeners will find a thorough breakdown of the series' themes and narrative choices, typically wrapped up in under an hour. It's a continuation of the team's focused approach, following their previous deep dives into shows like "Westworld" and "Watchmen." For anyone looking to better understand the social and genre-bending significance of "Lovecraft Country," this podcast provides an engaging and thoughtful companion to the viewing experience.
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Ep.13: Lovecraft Country - Last Letters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Ep.8: Lovecraft Country - 106 - Meet Me In Daegu [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:53
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Ep.7: Lovecraft Country - 105 - Strange Case [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:59
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Duration: 54:23
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Ep.5: Lovecraft Country - 103 - Holy Ghost [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:31
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Ep.4: Lovecraft Country - 102 - Whitey's on The Moon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:07
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