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Showing first in Seattle as a hit at SIFF 2019, The Art of Self-Defense broke through the festival circuit and has now hit its wide release. Writer/director Riley Stearns has crafted a film that starts out a story of a meek, passive accountant seeking self-defense training that quickly morphs into a biting takedown of toxic masculinity and false leaders. We talk about its unusual tone and dialogue, Jesse Eisenberg’s performance, and even include an interview from Stearns himself, all in the 43rd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Check it out now!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
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