
Join Bobby and Brian on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as they continue their Artist at a Crossroads series by reviewing the 2021 musical drama "tick, tick...BOOM!" directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda. This film adaptation of the semi-autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson stars Andrew Garfield, Alexandra Shipp, and Vanessa Hudgens. Our hosts discuss the themes of the movie, including the struggles of pursuing a career in the arts and the pressures of turning 30, as well as the performances of the cast. They also delve into the tragic backstory of Jonathan Larson, who tragically passed away on the eve of the first preview of his groundbreaking musical "Rent." Tune in to this insightful discussion as we explore the legacy of Larson and where "tick, tick...BOOM!" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #ticktickboom #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast