Cowboys de Medianoche - 12/07/2008
Summary
The hosts discuss the closure of historic Madrid cinemas and debate the release year of Pilar Miró's film "Hablamos esta noche," challenging Google's data with personal anecdotes. They also recommend Robert Harris's novel "The Power in the Shadows" and explore the literary concept of "ghostwriters," referencing the history of Alexandre Dumas. The episode concludes with a review of upcoming film releases, including "Kill Bill Vol. 2" and "The Truman Show," and a brief update on José Luis Garci's new movie.
Topics discussed
Greeting and discussion about the lack of air conditioning
Listener email recommending the movie 'The Young One'
Discussion on the closure of historic cinemas in Madrid
Debating the release year of 'Gary Cooper, You're in the Sky'
Comparing 'The Journey of Our Lives' to 'Thelma & Louise'
Recalling the 1981 Montreal Film Festival and Pilar Mirón
Verifying film dates and the release of 'Hablamos esta noche'
Joke about opening sardines and a phone number
Reviewing the novel 'The Man Who Loved Women'
Discussing Robert Harris's novel 'The Ghost'
The story of Alexandre Dumas' ghostwriter
Reflections on ghostwriters and political books
Analysis of a novel set in Copenhagen and art attribution
Reading a quote defining José Luis Garci's cinematic style
Debate on wearing ties and jackets in hot weather
The social meaning of wearing a tie on television
Wearing sneakers to formal events and the Oscars
Anecdotes from working as a bank liquidator
Listener recommendations for double feature movie sessions
Discussing Audrey Hepburn's filmography and 'The First Knight'
Release dates for upcoming movies like 'Mamma Mia'
Joke about a surprise dinner of sardines
Discussion about the show 'The Truman Show' and tickets
Complaints about Eurocup final ticket prices
Status of the film 'The Second of May' and its style
Details on the opening scene and costume design of the film
Closing remarks and farewell to the audience
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