139 - In the Cut

Sometimes actors take a left turn in their careers and it pays off wonderfully, with award nominations and a creative renaissance. Sometimes, IN THE CUT happens. Meg Ryan’s attempt to pivot from romantic comedies into erotic thrillers bombed hard, despite being helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Jane Campion, and despite co-starring a young, virile, mustached Mark Ruffalo. Listen to Alex and Julio as they praise this indie deep-dive into the perils of being a woman with a healthy sexual appetite in New York City!

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PHOTO: Find someone who looks at you the way Mark Ruffalo looks at Meg Ryan.

PHOTO: Find someone who looks at you the way Mark Ruffalo looks at Meg Ryan.

TIMELINE

00:00:00 - 00:02:09 Intro

00:02:10 - 00:14:48 In the Cut

00:14:49 - 01:05:43 Contrarians Corner

01:05:44 - 01:06:53 In the Cut trailer

01:06:54 - 01:11:52 Now on Patreon

01:11:53 - 01:55:54 Real Talk

01:55:55 - 01:59:08 The Future & Perennial Plugs

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Up next, it’s time for another Grey Area episode, as we tackle the divisive Michael Bay black comedy PAIN & GAIN! In the meantime, tell us what you thought of IN THE CUT! Did you find it sexy or did it gross you out? Which of Meg Ryan’s suitors waves the biggest red flags? Do you rub the belly of every Buddah you run into? E-mail us at wearethecontrarians@gmail.com or tweet at us or facebook us and share your thoughts!