Barton Fink

Set in 1941, this film follows a New York playwright who relocates to Los Angeles to write for a Hollywood studio. As he struggles with writer’s block, he becomes entangled in a series of bizarre and unsettling events at his seedy hotel. The movie stars John Turturro and John Goodman, delivering memorable performances. Directed by Joel Coen, it won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed on Soap2day for free.