In this episode, we dive into There Will Be Blood and break down what makes it one of the greatest character studies in cinema. We analyze Daniel Plainview’s dark journey, the intense themes of ambition, greed, and isolation, and the masterful performances that drive the story. We also break down key scenes, the intentional camera work, and the eerie score that perfectly matches the film’s atmosphere. Plus, we explore how Paul Thomas Anderson’s storytelling makes this movie unforgettable.
Chapters:
00:00 Diving into the dark & complex character of Daniel
8:23 Why Daniel abandon's HW
11:32 Daniel's constant bold face lies
14:39 The power in the moment Daniel finds out his brother's lie
17:37 Why the opening scene is a perfect scene
22:23 When Daniel's darkest belief is revealed
33:15 Daniels false image of being a family man
38:02 Another example of Daniel wanting to crush others
41:28 Scene breakdowns where Daniel vs Eli is perfectly depicted
47:32 Daniel Day-Lewis's method acting had to be uncomfortable on set
49:07 This movie originally wasn't supposed to have twin brothers
51:11 Daniel was the first one to baptize Eli
57:13 The symbolism of Daniel going to hell when he's at his worst
58:29 Daniel Day-Lewis absolutely owned this character
1:03:00 The horror music in the opening and the score
1:03:54 Why the ending is perfect for this story
1:07:56 Our official ratings & review
1:14:36 Talking the absurdity of the Oscar's & Sinner's praise
1:18:04 Final thoughts: Our best Daniel impression
1:23:09 Cue the music
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