Episode 167: Mikey and Nicky
This week, Morgan and Gavia discuss Elaine May's grimy gangster classic Mikey and Nicky (1976), starring John Cassavetes and Peter Falk. They dive into May's legendary career as a comedian and director, assess the film in comparison to other gangster movies, and sing the praises of the lead actors.
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Links
“In ‘Mikey and Nicky,’ Elaine May Nails a Pair of Desperate Characters,” J. Hoberman, The New York Times
“Mikey and Nicky: Difficult Men,” Nathan Rabin, Criterion Collection
Nichols and May: Water Cooler Talk, Discount Funeral