INTERVIEW: Ben Mendelsohn & Scoot McNairy on the v

The transcript discusses the role of violence in storytelling, particularly in cinema. It highlights the inevitability of violence in narratives and its artistic depiction, especially in the gangster genre. The speaker argues that cinema provides a space for exploring violence, offering a form of catharsis that is preferable to real-world violence.

Why does the speaker believe violence is an unavoidable part of storytelling?

• Because it is a common theme in all genres

• Because it is the only way to engage audiences

• Because it reflects the reality of the world

• Because it is a requirement for all narratives

What aspect of murder scenes does the speaker appreciate?

• Their slowed-down portrayal to highlight beauty

• Their historical accuracy

• Their ability to shock the audience

• Their fast-paced action

How does the speaker view the argument about violence in cinema?

• As a topic that needs more research

• As a new and emerging issue

• As an outdated argument

• As a necessary debate

What genre is specifically mentioned in relation to violence in cinema?

• Horror

• Romance

• Gangster

• Science Fiction

What does the speaker suggest is a better alternative to bringing violence into the real world?

• Ignoring it completely

• Discussing it in academic settings

• Experiencing it through cinema

• Avoiding violent content altogether