
‘Out for Justice’ With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt
The Rewatchables
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The Absurdity of Action Heroes
This chapter humorously critiques the stakes in fictional narratives, especially in iconic franchises like Star Wars and the films of Steven Seagal. The discussion ranges from the unrealistic invincibility of characters to lighthearted takes on Chewbacca's habits and imagined baseball scenarios involving Seagal. Through playful banter, the hosts explore the comedic potential of action heroes in mundane situations, highlighting the absurdity in character portrayals and sports interactions.
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