Pop Culture Happy Hour The Penguin
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Nov 4, 2024 In this discussion, TV critic Roxana Haddadi and NPR's Andrew Limbong delve into the latest HBO series The Penguin, featuring Colin Farrell's transformation as Oswald Cobb. They explore Gotham's dark underbelly, marked by a gripping turf war, and the impact of a crime boss's daughter, played by Cristin Milioti. The duo analyzes character complexity, power dynamics among goons, and the evolving portrayal of villains like the Penguin, mixing traditional traits with antihero elements. Their take on the series leaves listeners pondering its future.
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Dolly Parton Reveal
- Glenn Weldon loved The Penguin after a specific moment 40 minutes into the first episode.
- Oz Cobb's character reveals a glimpse of normalcy by playing Dolly Parton's "9 to 5."
Specificity in Pastiche
- The Penguin stands out for its specific characterizations within a familiar gangster narrative.
- The show blends familiar genre tropes with fresh narrative approaches.
Gangster Plot Pacing
- Andrew Limbong found the show's gangster plot engaging once the families merged.
- The initial family rivalry felt less compelling.