Goodfellas (1990) - 'A Trip Into The 90s'

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In this episode, hosts Charlie, Amanda, Joe, and Dom delve into one of Martin Scorse's masterpieces - 'Goodfellas'. Providing insightful commentary on the film's impactful performances, a real-life narrative, and its critical reception at the time of its release.

Get an intimate insight into the world of Mafia through personal anecdotes from Joe's youth, growing up in Mafia-infused New York. Understand the significant influence 'Goodfellas' had on the crime genre, popular culture, and other seminal projects of its era, as our hosts engage in lively comparisons. Listen as the team sieves through the outstanding reviews of key actors like Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Robert De Niro.

Furthermore, this episode provides an engrossing dissection of Lorraine Bracco's film career and personal life. The hosts reveal some backstories behind famous scenes from Hollywood blockbusters and explore the impact of the mafia on the broader film industry. There's also a special segment analysing acclaimed filming techniques used in Goodfellas, such as the single tracking shot.

Dive into the detailed conversation about some iconic scenes from Goodfellas, including its notorious profanity-rich dialogues, the infamous courtroom scene, and the grand single tracking shot. The hosts also discuss the film's continued relevance, its Oscar snub, and whether it's the greatest work from Scorsese's prolific career.

Wrapping up the episode with the reveal of the next movie discussion – The game-changing 'Terminator 2'. Join us for this action-packed journey into the world of 90's cinema and the dramatic underworld of the Mafia, in this thoroughly enjoyable episode of Rusted Junk.