The Cult of Lebowski
Critics greeted The Big Lebowski with a mixture of disappointment and confusion. We dip into the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Archive to consider if it is in fact the purest expression of the 'cult film'.
Twenty-five years ago, the Coen brothers' follow-up to the Oscar-winning Fargo had critics scratching their heads.
A comedy? And a weird one at that - encompassing a typically incomprehensible film noir plot, philosophy, the War in Iraq and... bowling?
Archive on 4 digs into the vaults and speaks to an array of critics to define the peculiar, quotable appeal of the film - and ask if finding its own fanbase and a critical reappraisal make it the perfect definition of a cult film.
Featuring James King, Angie Errigo, Katie Smith-Wong, Tim Robey, Sir Roger Deakins, Joel Morris, Matt Qvortrup and Hannah Strong.
Presented by Helen O'Hara
Produced by Kevin Core
Last on
Broadcasts
- Sat 7 Oct 2023 20:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Fri 13 Oct 2023 12:04Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4