All The Right Movies Sicario (2015) | Ep. 114
May 9, 2025
They dig into Denis Villeneuve’s tense direction and Roger Deakins’ striking cinematography. The brutal raid, border-crossing suspense and tunnel assault get intense scene-by-scene attention. Conversations focus on Emily Blunt’s silent point-of-view, Benicio Del Toro’s ominous presence, and Jóhann Jóhannsson’s unsettling score. They also trace the film’s reception, legacy and sequel fallout.
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Wardrobe Tracks Kate's Moral Shift
- Costume choices track Kate's arc: she starts in blue (law) and ends in white, visually signalling her moral erosion.
- The hosts note Reggie even jokes about 'one shirt a week', highlighting wardrobe as character shorthand.
Study Masters To Improve Visual Storytelling
- Watch great filmmakers' work to learn visual composition; Westy recommends Kubrick, Malick, Kurosawa and Tarkovsky as essential study.
- These directors show how framing, movement and color create narrative meaning beyond dialogue.
Actors Rejected Unnecessary Nude Scene
- Benicio Del Toro and Emily Blunt refused a scripted nude scene; Del Toro supported Blunt citing a brother-sister comfort level from past work.
- Villeneuve and cast kept the change, preserving the film's tone and Del Toro's silent power.