The Reel Schmooze on 'The Frisco Kid': A (gefilte) fish out of water in the Wild West
Summary
Hosts Amanda Borchel-Dahn and Jordan Hoffman review the 1979 comedy *The Frisco Kid*, starring Gene Wilder and Harrison Ford, discussing its Jewish themes and production history. They also cover the box office success of the new *Spider-Man* film, highlighting actor Jon Bernthal’s Jewish heritage, and share impressions of a Rush concert featuring Geddy Lee. The episode concludes with a discussion on the current state of Jewish representation in Hollywood and online controversies.
Topics discussed
Intro: Hosts Amanda and Jordan welcome listeners
Geddy Lee's Rush comeback and Jewish heritage
Spider-Man box office and Jon Bernthal's Jewish family
Ad break: Boundless Insights podcast promo
The Frisco Kid: Production history and casting
Harrison Ford's Jewish background and early career
The Frisco Kid: Plot, themes, and character analysis
Jewish blessings and joy in The Frisco Kid
Ad break: Sheba Medical Center promo
Jewish representation in Hollywood then and now
Online antisemitism and Jon Bernthal controversy
Fish-out-of-water films: A Serious Man and Star Trek IV
Next week: Ralph Bakshi's Wizards and outro
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