The Contrarians196 - Pt. 2 - The Neon Demon (RT)

With the Contrarians gimmick set aside, this Real Talk segment features a wide range of opinions regarding Nicolas Winding Refn and his work. Longtime listeners know how Alex feels about Drive and The Neon Demon — or at least how he felt before this rewatch. And we’ve hinted to Ryan’s actual Neon Demon feelings fairly strongly. But that’s only half the panel, and that alone already gives us all plenty to argue about. Listen to find out what’s the final verdict on Elle Fanning’s misadventures in L.A.!

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TIMELINE

00:01:00 Now on Patreon

00:09:12 Real Talk

01:03:01 The Future & Perennial Plugs

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Up next, we welcome Brian De Palma back to the show as we tackle his last big studio production, THE BLACK DAHLIA! Until then, let us know what you thought of The Neon Demon: Redemption for a divisive filmmaker? More of the same Winding Refn claptrap? More of the same Winding Refn genius? E-mail us at wearethecontrarians@gmail.com or tweet at us or facebook us and share your thoughts!