We unlock the secrets behind Boots Riley’s fascinating feature film debut, "Sorry to Bother You," (2018) starring Lakeith Stanfield, Steven Yeun, Tessa Thompson, Armie Hammer and Danny Glover.
As we traverse his journey from musician to visionary filmmaker. We'll uncover Riley's eclectic past, from his roots with the Mau Mau Rhythm Collective to his time with the band, the Coup.
Get ready to explore how a concept album evolved into a screenplay and eventually, a cult classic film, despite numerous challenges.
Discover how Lakeith Stanfield was cast as the lead, bringing to life the story of Cassius Green, a telemarketer who ascends the corporate ladder using his "white voice," while navigating themes of capitalism, race, and surrealism. Sorry To Bother You has an insane plot twist you don’t want to miss out on!
CHAPTERS
(00:00) - intro(16:01) - Themes in Sorry to Bother You(28:51) - Analysis of Film's Tone and Soundtrack(41:32) - Surreal Comedy Film Analysis(58:49) - Next Recommendation.
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