Requiem For A Dream - 25th Anniversary
In this milestone episode of The Commentary Booth, Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey rewind the clock to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Requiem For A Dream. Directed by Darren Aronofsky and starring Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, Ellen Burstyn, and Marlon Wayans, this psychological thriller remains one of the most intense, haunting films of all time. But does it still hold up in 2025?
Jamie and Corrina dissect the film’s raw portrayal of addiction, its rapid-fire editing, and the chilling score that has embedded itself in pop culture. They discuss the film’s impact, its disturbing yet masterful storytelling, and why it’s still a cautionary tale decades later. From Leto’s unsettling method acting to the film’s shocking ending, this episode unpacks everything that makes Requiem For A Dream unforgettable.
Highlights Breakdown:
Why Requiem For A Dream remains a must-watch (but not for everyone)
Jared Leto’s most intense role - method acting gone too far?
Ellen Burstyn’s heartbreaking performance and Oscar snub
How the film portrays addiction beyond drugs - fame, image, and self-destruction
The shocking final act & why the movie has no happy ending
Does Requiem For A Dream still hold up in 2025?
Get ready for an emotional deep dive into one of cinema’s most disturbing yet brilliant films.
