Episode 2

Sound of a Lesser God: Sound of Metal(2019) & Children of a Lesser God(1986)

What do these two movies have in common? Where are they different? Join us for a drink and discussion about Sound of Metal and Children of a Lesser God.

In this episode, Jerome & Chris discuss:

  • Children of a Lesser God, 1986
  • Sound of Metal, 2019
  • Alcohol addiction and abuse
  • Riz Ahmed as Ruben in Sound of Metal
  • Sound of Metal nominated for several Oscars
  • Blackened by Metallica, American Whiskey
  • Old Forrester, Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
  • William Hurt as James Leeds in Children of a Lesser God
  • Marlee Matlin as Sarah Norman in Children of a Lesser God
  • Paul Raci as Joe, and his amazing performance as a supporting actor

The Wiegand brothers, Jerome & Chris, love movies, and they are fascinated by human nature and the art of great storytelling. Have you ever wondered how great stories connect? Listen to the Silver Screen Happy Hour - a podcast for movie lovers!

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About the Podcast

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Silver Screen Happy Hour
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About your hosts

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Jerome Wiegand

Born and raised in Metro Detroit, Michigan. Graduate of Columbia College Chicago with a degree in Film/Screenwriting. Have lived in California since 2001. I enjoy screenwriting, script consulting and film analysis.
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Chris Wiegand