Ep. 6 - Battleship Potempkin

In this episode of "Theater Cleaners," Todd and Dom revisit the classic 1925 silent film "Battleship Potemkin," directed by Sergei Eisenstein.

The film tells the story of a mutiny aboard the Russian battleship Potemkin in 1905, and the subsequent events as the crew attempts to spread their revolutionary ideals to the people of Odessa.

Todd and Dom analyze the film's innovative use of montage, a groundbreaking editing technique that Eisenstein pioneered, to create powerful and emotionally charged sequences. They discuss the film's themes of revolution, social justice, and the power of the people to effect change.

They also explore the film's historical context, including the events of the Russian Revolution and the censorship battles that "Battleship Potemkin" faced upon release. They discuss the film's impact on cinema history, as well as its lasting influence on filmmakers around the world.

Join Todd and Dom as they reflect on the legacy of "Battleship Potemkin" and explore why it remains a landmark in the history of cinema nearly a century after its release