The Set-Up (1949) #2 of 50

The Latecomers

Free Palestine This week, the fix is in, or it would be if only someone told the fighter – it’s 1949’s The Set-Up directed by Robert Wise. In near real-time, we watch the rise and fall of over-the-hill boxer Stoker Thompson whose dreams of a big payday are dashed by his managers dreams of a medium payday. But is the real villain a woman? Maybe… Recommendations: True Detective: Night Country (Max), Echo (Disney+) Next up: The Wages of Fear (1953) (available on Max) Email us at [e-mail] Find Amity @ www.amityarmstrong.com Our Facebook group is here for those who consent: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1754020081574479/