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In this episode of Born to Watch, the boys head deep into the frozen heart of Minnesota to revisit one of the most distinctive films of the 90s in our full Fargo Movie 1996 Review. Released in 1996 and marketed as a “true story”, Fargo remains a masterclass in dark comedy, understated violence, and painfully awkward human behaviour.

Whitey, Gow and Morgs each reflect on their first experience watching Fargo, with memories ranging from crystal clear to completely fabricated. Whitey recalls dragging the crew to the Dendy feeling like a cinematic intellectual, Gow remembers being instantly hooked by the offbeat tone, and Morgs, as expected, claims responsibility for recommending the film while admitting he remembers absolutely nothing about when or where he saw it.

From there, the episode dives into what makes Fargo so enduring. The Coen Brothers’ decision to cast relatively unknown actors at the time paid off massively, with Frances McDormand delivering one of the great screen performances as Marge Gunderson. Despite not appearing until well into the film, Marge completely owns the story, proving that quiet competence, empathy, and sharp instincts can be far more compelling than traditional movie heroics.

The boys unpack the brilliance of William H Macy’s Jerry Lundegaard, a character whose constant stuttering, evasiveness, and terrible decision-making were meticulously written into the script. Steve Buscemi’s endlessly talkative Carl Showalter and Peter Stormare’s near-silent menace create one of cinema’s great criminal pairings, culminating in scenes that are as unsettling as they are darkly hilarious.

There’s also plenty of classic Born to Watch chaos along the way. Expect detours into 90s fast food, freezing climates, disastrous life choices, questionable travel stories, and the ongoing mystery of how anyone survives a Minnesota winter. The crew also breaks down the film’s legendary critical reception, its Oscar success, and where Fargo sits alongside other all-time greats the podcast has covered.

The discussion touches on the infamous “true story” opening card, how it completely messed with audiences in the pre-internet era, and why the Coens’ use of politeness, silence, and small-town awkwardness makes the violence hit even harder. At just 94 minutes, Fargo proves that tight storytelling and unforgettable characters beat bloated runtimes every time.

This episode is a full celebration of a film that’s funny, bleak, uncomfortable, and endlessly rewatchable. Whether you’ve seen Fargo once or forty times, there’s something new to appreciate every revisit, and plenty to argue about along the way.

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