The ‘One Battle After Another’ Mailbag

Hosts Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins kick things off by breaking down the opening weekend box office and rave reviews for Paul Thomas Anderson’s new epic, One Battle After Another. After teasing a State Farm ad (because who doesn’t love insurance?), they dive into listener mail with questions about PTA’s inspirations, casting choices, and more.

Later, Adam Nayman (author of Paul Thomas Anderson: Masterworks) joins to champion the film’s legendary action sequence, Benicio Del Toro’s MVP-worthy turn, and the lingering influence of Jonathan Demme. Finally, Andy Greenwald calls in to set the record straight on that infamous screening of The Master with Amanda—and share his quick take on PTA’s earlier classic.

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