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118. The Films of Preston Sturges -- Stuart Klawans
Episode 11817th April 2024 • Everyday Anarchism • Graham Culbertson
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Stuart Klawans joins me to discuss his recent book Crooked but Never Common about the films of Preston Sturges, the first writer-director of the Hollywood sound era. Informed by the work of Stanley Cavell, Stuart's book reads these comedies as asking important questions about democracy, business, the New Deal, marriage, and other pressing questions. Plus they're a joy to watch!

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