After Hours (1985): Scorsese's Most Stressful Movie Isn't a Mob Film
The Judgemental Minds Society di Julien P
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Welcome back to The Judgemental Minds Society!
In this episode, Hugo and I take a late-night trip into 1980s New York to review Martin Scorsese's cult classic, After Hours.
Is it an underrated masterpiece or a slow-burn stress test? Here is what we cover in our review:
A deep dive into the gritty, wet, and paranoid atmosphere of 1980s Soho.
The history behind the production, including how Tim Burton was originally slated to direct. An appreciation for Howard Shore's phenomenal synth score. Mind-blowing thematic and cast connections to films like Home Alone, Taxi Driver, and Eyes Wide Shut.
Why modern technology makes this movie impossible to remake today. Let us know your thoughts on After Hours in the comments below! If you enjoyed this analysis, please leave a like and subscribe for more deep dives.