In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:37:12Read transcript
- Martin Scorsese is initially selected for grit.
- Steven Spielberg is defended for the film’s wonder, winning tone, and backlot craft.
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Picking Nits
Poker procedure, the train conductor, shooting evidence, race verification, Billie’s availability, and the large con crew are questioned.
In the discussion (6)
Approx. transcript time · 01:38:01Read transcript
- The poker game is criticized for splashing the pot and acting out of order.
- The conductor’s participation in the full poker game is questioned.
- The group argues Lonnegan should notice the absence of entry and exit wounds on Hooker.
- Lonnegan’s ability to verify the horse races in newspapers is questioned.
- Eileen Brennan’s ability to run the brothel while remaining available for elaborate cons is questioned.
- The payout and loyalty of roughly thirty betting-parlor participants are questioned.
The Vivian Award for Best Clothes
Gondorff’s overalls and relaxed con-man clothes.
In the discussion (1)
Approx. transcript time · 01:46:07Read transcript
- Gondorff’s overalls during the planning are praised.
The Coach Finstock Award for Best Life Lesson
Revenge is for suckers; never reveal that the con succeeded.
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:46:21Read transcript
- Revenge is for suckers is selected as a lesson.
- Keeping the victim unaware even after taking the money is selected as another lesson.
In the discussion (1)
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- Focus is proposed as a modern double-con pairing.
Who Won the Movie?
Paul Newman receives one vote and Robert Redford receives two; George Roy Hill is raised as an alternative.
In the discussion (3)
Approx. transcript time · 01:47:38Read transcript
- Paul Newman receives the first winner vote.
- Robert Redford receives two winner votes because he walks out of the movie “smelling like gold.”
- George Roy Hill is proposed as an alternative for directing both this film and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
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The Stephen A. Smith Hottest Take Award
Redford’s performance is ranked outside one speaker’s top ten, while 1970s prank culture is defended.
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:19:33Read transcript
- One participant says the Oscar-nominated performance would not make his top ten Redford performances.
- Another argues that pranks were cooler in the 1970s and that modern anti-prank sentiment is excessive.
The Dion Waiters Award for Best Heat Check Performance
Lonnegan’s silent henchman wins over Luther, Salino, Billie, and the fake FBI agent.
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:25:09Read transcript
- Luther, Salino, Billie, Lonnegan’s silent henchman, and the fake FBI agent are nominated.
- Lonnegan’s silent henchman is selected for standing out without dialogue.
Recasting Couch
Jane Alexander is proposed as Salino; supporting con-team alternatives are discussed.
In the discussion (1)
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- Jane Alexander is proposed as Salino.
Sequel, Prequel, Limited Series, or All-Black Remake
A prestige continuation following Gondorff and Hooker running new cons is preferred.
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:42:14Read transcript
- A continuation with Gondorff and Hooker on the run from Lonnegan is proposed.
- A weekly Burn Notice-style series with a new con each episode is proposed.
Just One Oscar
David S. Ward’s screenplay is selected after George Roy Hill and Marvin Hamlisch are considered.
In the discussion (3)
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- George Roy Hill is proposed before the group notes he already won.
- Marvin Hamlisch is proposed for the score.
- David S. Ward is selected for a script said to have changed very little during filming.
What Piece of Memorabilia Would You Want From This Movie?
Poker chips, Gondorff’s cards, the alligator wallet, and counterfeit money are selected.
In the discussion (3)
Approx. transcript time · 01:45:53Read transcript
- The poker chips are selected.
- Gondorff’s playing cards are selected.
- The alligator wallet and counterfeit money are selected.
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