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Hanging Out With The Return of the Secaucus 7 (1980)

Politics of Cinema·Aaron & Isaac·23 January 2026·1h

About this episode

Need a warm cinematic hug from a group of close friends? Want to spend some time with people who get all your jokes? In this episode, we discuss The Return of the Secaucus 7 (1980), a foundational work of American leftist cinema. We also look closely at John Sayles' early career as a novelist and screenwriter in the buildup to his debut as a director. Follow us at: Patreon / Instagram / Letterboxd / Facebook