Over the last few decades, Willem Dafoe has become a national and international treasure as a beloved actor. Whenever he’s in a film—large or small—he is instantly memorable. The hosts of the Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast, sponsored and supported by the Ruminations Radio Network, gladly and proudly bow at the altar of Willem Dafoe. His filmography has become so vast that even the most ardent fans have their blind spots. One of the Cinephile Hissy Fit boys found one of theirs in White Sands.

For their 182nd episode, two suspicious film critics, two Corvette-driving dads, and two sheriff-wannabe teachers,
Will Johnson and
Don Shanahan, dipped their toes into the wellspring that is the movie resume of the Oscar-nominated Willem Dafoe. This week’s show covers 1992’s
White Sands, directed by Roger Donaldson and starring Dafoe (at age 37) alongside Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, and Mickey Rourke. Will has long been a huge admirer of Willem Dafore, but, much to our mutual surprise, he had never heard of or seen
White Sands until Don recommended it. Those fresh eyes paired with a veteran’s make this a fun talk. Come learn more and stay for the mutual love and respect that fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!
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