#070 - "3:10 to Yuma" - Russell Crowe's Criminally Underrated Anti-Hero

This week, we're talking about "3:10 TO YUMA"—a film that's badassery doesn't get enough praise. We'll break down its themes, explore deeper meanings behind the scenes, and discuss character motivations. Plus, we'll talk a little sh*t.

"3:10 TO YUMA" is about: Outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) terrorizes 1800s Arizona, especially the Southern Railroad, until he is finally captured. Wade must be brought to trial, so Dan Evans (Christian Bale), the owner of a drought-stricken ranch, volunteers to escort him to the train. Along the trail, a grudging respect forms between the men, but danger looms at every turn, and the criminal's men are in pursuit.

Chapters:

00:00 Post movie rating & review

05:50 Perfectly contrasting your characters + character discussion

11:16 Let's discuss the problems of this movie

19:05 Analyzing Russell Crowe's character

27:47 Getting the most important part of a western right

30:31 Shout-out to the horse doctor

32:57 The nicest prisoner handlers in the west

34:48 What a tough time to be alive

36:30 The killer performances & Russell Crowe movies

40:38 Russell Crowe's character & The Bible

46:11 Outro

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