Natural Born Killers at 30: Oliver Stone's brash button-pusher remains tiresome
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Stone's "Natural Born Killers" critiques media sensationalism through a chaotic visual style, sparking debate on violence and celebrity culture that resonates even three decades later.
The film's rapid-fire edits and canted angles echo the chaos and disorientation in America's media landscape, revealing a commentary that remains relevant amid contemporary discourse on violence.
While Tarantino's screenplay set the tone, Stone's directorial vision transformed it into a polarizing cultural artifact that ignited discussions on the implication of media in societal violence.
The visceral presentation of "Natural Born Killers" serves as both a critique and a reflection of its time, demonstrating the consequences of intertwining violence and media celebrity.
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