Politics of Cinema

Author: Aaron & Isaac

Films are cultural artifacts. There is a political and artistic message in every one and we're here to document. On each episode we pick a film; sometimes current and sometimes from the riches of world cinema's 100 year history, and take a deep dive into what the film is really saying about the world. Both overtly and covertly.
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Genres: Documentary, Film History, Society & Culture, TV & Film

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Hanging Out With The Return of the Secaucus 7 (1980)
Episode 17
Friday, 23 January, 2026

Need a warm cinematic hug from a group of close friends? Want to spend some time with people who get all your jokes? In this episode, we discuss The Return of the Secaucus 7 (1980), a foundational work of American leftist cinema. We also look closely at John Sayles' early career as a novelist and screenwriter in the buildup to his debut as a director. Follow us at: Patreon / Instagram / Letterboxd / Facebook