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Mentioned in 3 episodes
Box Office Poison
Book • 2021
This 608-page graphic novel by Alex Robinson is a complex and absorbing tale that follows the lives of Sherman, Dorothy, Ed, Stephen, Jane, and Mr. Flavor.
It is praised for its natural and inspiring dialogue, making it a delightful and whimsical portrayal of young adulthood.
The story touches on various aspects of life, including dreary jobs, comic book culture, love, sex, and the challenges of growing up.
It is praised for its natural and inspiring dialogue, making it a delightful and whimsical portrayal of young adulthood.
The story touches on various aspects of life, including dreary jobs, comic book culture, love, sex, and the challenges of growing up.
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Mentioned in 3 episodes
Recommended by Andy Miller as a ridiculously enjoyable book exploring Hollywood's history through its failures, from D.W. Griffith's Intolerance to the 2019 film adaptation of Cats.
Winter Reading 2025
Mentioned by Tim Robey, with a great chapter about it.
The Shameless Plug #4
Mentioned by Michael Kovnat as the author of the book, which explores Hollywood's infamous failures.
How Hollywood’s Biggest Flops Changed Film History
