Matinee Monday: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow LIVE!
Apr 22, 2024
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Joe Mande and Tawny Newsome join to dissect the CGI-filled mess of 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow'. They discuss terrible blue screen effects, reanimating Laurence Olivier, and Gwyneth Paltrow's punch. Plus, Joe Mande shares a story of being kicked out of Uber for disliking a Johnny Depp movie.
Critique of the excessive use of CGI effects in 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow', leading to a lack of realism in the film.
Analysis of the confusing plot elements and lackluster character development in the movie, highlighting its flaws.
Discussion on the questionable narrative choices in 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow', such as the illogical setting and unclear character affiliations.
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How Did This Get Made - Dissecting Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow
The hosts of 'How Did This Get Made' discuss the sci-fi movie 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow' in a live show. They analyze the film's flaws, including the excessive use of CGI, confusing plot elements, and lackluster character development, providing critical yet humorous insights into the movie's shortcomings.
The complexity of Sky Captain's base location
The team delves into the puzzling choice of setting Sky Captain's base in an alpine island a short drive from Manhattan, raising questions about its plausibility and connection to the narrative. They question the British protagonist's unclear affiliations and accent, adding a layer of confusion to the storytelling.
Criticisms and absurdities in Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow
The hosts share their deep dissatisfaction with Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow, expressing frustrations with the lackluster characters, nonsensical plot points, and excessive CGI elements like Godzilla and King Kong making inexplicable cameos. They critique the lack of attention to detail, leading to a chaotic mishmash of fantastical elements and historical references that fail to engage the audience.
Joe Mande (Hacks) and Tawny Newsome (Star Trek: Lower Decks) join Paul and Jason to break down the 2004 sci-fi adventure film Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, and Angelina Jolie. LIVE from Largo in LA, they talk about the awful blue screen effects, the bird planes, reanimating Laurence Olivier, Gwyneth Paltrow getting punched, and more. Plus, Joe Mande tells us about the time he got kicked out of an Uber because he didn't like the Johnny Depp movie Transcendence. (Originally Released 05/24/2018)
