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The American Midwest, On Screen and On the Page (Repeat)
March 30, 2020
The American Midwest has served as a backdrop for countless books, movies and TV shows. But how often do they get it right?
Today we explore depictions of the Midwest in fiction. From the crime thriller A History of Violence to the light-hearted comedy Parks and Recreation, what do these portrayals tell us about the region, and how people see it?
Originally aired March 4, 2020.
Produced by Matt Pelsor.
Guests:
Adam Ochonicky
Author, The American Midwest in Film and Literature: Nostalgia, Violence, and Regionalism