Cinematic Breadcrumbs
A film and pop culture history podcast brought to you by Elise Hernke teaching you about film history and finding underground hits, so you don't have to. Episodes range from historical deep-dives to casual discussions with guests, but it is always centered around the shared love of film. Instagram: @ingloriousbaguettes
Cinematic Breadcrumbs
#60: "White Lotus" Season 3 is a Classic Greek Tragedy
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Season 3
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Episode 11
Elise Hernke, your host, breaks down the third season of White Lotus, a favorite show & the top talk of the moment, thanks to it's elongated release and surprising storytelling by Mike White. The thesis of this deep-dive is to reflect on the ways that his writing style mimics themes of Greek tragedy and Shakespearean irony.
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Sources/Further Reading:
- GQ: S3 Ending was Pure Mike White
- Business Insider: Mike White's Stealth Move
- Cosmopolitan: Mike White Stans White Lotus All Stars
- New Yorker: Mike White profile
- Time Magazine: White Lotus Cast Interview
- Mens Journal: Fight over theme song
