In part one of our discussion of Michael Mann’s films, we look at Heat, the Insider, and Ali. Spoilers for all abound, as well as discussions of Al Pacino, Hank Azaria, and how much Diane Venora sucks as an actress.<\/p>\n

Episode 17: The MacGuffin Mann, Part 1<\/a><\/p>\n

And the mp3 version can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here’s one of the many reasons to enjoy Hank Azaria.<\/a><\/p>\n

CORRECTION:<\/strong> The North Hollywood Shootout was influenced by the film Heat, and not the other way around as we discuss in the podcast. If anybody has read\/heard any Mann quotes about the North Hollywood Shootout, please let us know, as they’re probably interesting.<\/p>\n

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