Ep. 442: Melancholia (2011) — AntiTrash 2022

After a delay in our return to earth, we finally bring you the conclusion of our AntiTrash Sci-Fi Marathon with a look at the lauded apocalyptic drama, Melancholia. That's right, Lars von Trier finally rears his head on the podcast. We take this tale to the analysis table in order to see what's firing under the hood. This week, we're discussing depression and mental health, the theory of hyperobjects, reader response theory, Don't Look Up parallels, and much, much more!

TIMESTAMPS

00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis

03:44 - Quick Melancholia Reviews

13:49 - Expanding the Syllabus

29:26 - Analysis

53:10 - Shelf or Trash

54:50 - Wrap up and Next Week's Film