{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Philosophy In Film - 092 - Anora","description":"The gang at Philosophy in Film embarks on a wild ride with Sean Baker\u2019s Palme d\u2019Or-winning dark comedy, Anora. This episode explores the intricate narrative of Anora Mikheeva, a Brooklyn-based sex worker portrayed by Mikey Madison, whose impulsive marriage to Vanya Zakharov, the son of a Russian oligarch, leads to unforeseen challenges when his family intervenes. Craig reveals his impulsivity as he proposes with Producer\u2019s Notes (7:39), setting the stage for Alain\u2019s 4-carat Beauclair Synopsis (22:18), where he lays out the twists and turns of Anora\u2019s high-stakes journey. Chris then steers Philosopher\u2019s Corner (37:50), examining the transactional and emotional dynamics at play, and what they reveal about power, autonomy, and human connection. The Round Table (49:04) dives into Baker\u2019s sharp social critique while wrestling with the film\u2019s treatment of morally murky characters. Then, in Reviews (1:37:56) and Mailbag (1:50:26), we sort through listener thoughts and reactions before cashing out for the night. As always, we discuss the philosophical and non-philosophical aspects of the movie\u2014because in a world of high rollers and low morals, nothing comes without a cost. Featured Beer: Easy Lover Blonde Ale by Manual Labour Beer Co. (Sherwood Park, Alberta) Sponsor this episode: Magic Mind - www.magicmind.com\/pif20&amp;nbsp; Use CODE: PIF20 at checkout to receive 20% off any 1-time purchase, or 48% off your first subscription! ","author_name":"Philosophy In Film","author_url":"http:\/\/philinfilm.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/35404925\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/184912795"}