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Tag: Coen Brothers

0 Television/Film Culture

The ‘Shtisel’ Spinoff Is Finally Coming in December

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 12 Nov

Fans of the acclaimed Israeli drama 'Shtisel' will soon be able to enjoy a highly anticipated spinoff titled 'Kugel,' premiering in December.

0 Politics Culture

Did JD Vance mean to quote the wisdom of a serial killer from a Coen Brothers film?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 11 Nov

J.D. Vance, recently elected as vice president-elect, used a controversial quote in a social media post following the recent election victory.

0 Television/Film Gender/Identity

Famed filmmaker Ethan Coen on why he’s on a lesbian road trip

James Mottram in Jewish Chronicle · 12 Mar

Famed filmmaker Ethan Coen, known for his collaboration with his brother Joel, strays from their usual works to direct a lesbian road trip comedy called Drive-Away Dolls, a departure from their typical oeuvre and a venture into more sexually liberated territory.

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A Coen Brother’s Brilliant Macbeth

David Mikics in Tablet · 13 Dec 2021

Joel Coen's adaptation of Macbeth is described as a departure from the Coen brothers' previous films, exhibiting a serious and dark tone.

0 Television/Film Literature

A tale told by a Coen brother — full of sound and fury, signifying what all the other movies have signified

Forward · 4 Oct 2021

Joel Coen's adaptation of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," titled "The Tragedy of Macbeth," marks a significant departure from his usual collaboration with his brother Ethan.

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A Serious Comedy

Rich Cohen in Jewish Review of Books · 16 Sep 2020

The Coen Brothers, acclaimed filmmakers, are often seen as exploring various genres in their movies, but a closer look reveals that they are actually expressing a distinct Jewish sensibility, particularly that of midwestern Hebrews.