Raging Bull (1980) ft. Jen and Sarah
Dana and Tom with Jen Han and Sarah Callen (Hosts of Movies and Us podcast) discuss Raging Bull (1980) for its 45th anniversary: directed by Martin Scorsese, written by Paul Schrader and Mardik Martin, cinematography by Michael Chapman, editing by Thelma Schoonmaker, music by Jim Henrikson, starring Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, Cathy Moriarty, and Frank Vincent.
Plot Summary: Raging Bull is a biographical drama about boxer Jake LaMotta, played by Robert De Niro. The film follows Jake’s rise in the ring during the 1940s and 1950s, showing his intense drive to win and his struggle to control his anger. His brother and manager, Joey LaMotta, played by Joe Pesci, tries to keep Jake focused, but their relationship becomes strained as Jake’s temper grows.
Outside the ring, Jake’s jealousy and insecurity hurt the people closest to him, especially his wife Vickie, played by Cathy Moriarty. As Jake’s behavior pushes others away, he begins to lose everything he worked for. The movie shows how his personal battles become just as destructive as the fights in the boxing ring, leaving him to face the consequences of his actions.
Guests:
Jen Han and Sarah Callen
- Hosts of Movies and Us podcast
- @moviesanduspod on IG, TikTok, YouTube
- On Medium
- Previously on The Maltese Falcon
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Raging Bull
03:13 Welcome Back, Jen and Sarah
04:40 Why Are We Discussing Raging Bull?
05:59 Why Is Raging Bull A Great Movie? (aka I Feel Like I'm Taking Crazy Pills)
20:14 Relationship(s) with Raging Bull
24:05 Plot Summary for Raging Bull
25:12 What is Raging Bull About?
28:34 Did You Know?
33:18 First Break
34:07 What's Happening with Jen and Sarah?
35:42 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #5-3
44:41 Best Performance(s)
58:11 Best Scene(s)
01:11:49 Second Break
01:13:05 In Memoriam
01:14:24 Best/Funniest Lines
01:16:37 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy
01:21:06 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance
01:26:18 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty
01:32:08 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness
01:40:21 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability
01:44:51 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total
01:46:55 Remaining Questions for Raging Bull
01:49:19 Thank You to Jen and Sarah - Final Thoughts
01:57:36 Credits
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Keywords:
Raging Bull, Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, film analysis, character study, boxing biopic, cinematic techniques, obsession, self-destruction, film accolades, Joe Pesci, Scorsese, Jake LaMotta, film analysis, memorable scenes, emotional depth, legacy, originality, classic films
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