Why FIGHT CLUB is The Perfect Unlikable Protagonist Film (with Brian Bitner) | Episode 4

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We broke the first rule of Fight Club. Unlikable protagonists are all the rage nowadays, but very few films understand the balance between condemning their actions while still presenting a compelling conflict. Tyler Durden shines a prime example of how to do it right. Co-host of the "Beyond the Screenplay" podcast Brian Bitner joins Larry to break down common misconceptions on Fight Club's characters, the film's unique use of CGI, and how such an iconic twist still works even decades later.

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Films discussed/partially spoiled in this episode:

Fight Club

Nightcrawler

Collateral

Swingers

The Social Network

The Dark Knight

American Beauty

Labyrinth

Reservoir Dogs

Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

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Assistant Direction by Brian Nowak

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

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Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

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Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

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Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

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Camera Operator: Rob Bond

Sound Recordist: Brian Nowak

Production Assistant: Jason Lopez