When they arrive in a small town in Mississippi, they use the fame they had no clue they possessed to help oust a racist candidate for mayor. Little do they know, their song becomes a big hit. On their quest, they perform for a radio broadcaster who gives them some fast cash. Inspired by Homer’s The Odyssey and set during the Great Depression, the film tells the story of a trio of runaway prisoners-Everett, Delmar, and Pete-who want to find a treasure deep in Mississippi while steering clear of the police. Still, our modern understanding of race and representation require us to examine it with a critical lens. O Brother, Where Art Thou? presents all of these and more. Their films combine quirky and lovable characters, laugh-out-loud humor, and an intriguing aesthetic. And yet, Joel and Ethan Coen are considered two of the greatest writers and directors of American cinema - and for good reason. I think we can all agree that there’s something uniquely, well, peculiar about the Coen brothers’ movies.
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