The Sam Sanders Show
Can Hollywood Learn from Its Biggest Bombs?
May 16, 2025
Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer, co-hosts of the podcast What Went Wrong, dive into the chaotic world of Hollywood flops like Cats and Joker: Folie à Deux. They discuss the hubris that fuels these cinematic disasters and analyze the poor visual effects and rushed decisions that led to failure. The duo also highlights the accidental charm of Madam Web and the tumultuous production behind The Flash. Can the industry learn from its failures? Tune in to uncover the lessons hiding behind these infamous films.
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Quick takeaways
- Hollywood often fails to learn from its biggest flops, showcasing how poor execution can hinder beloved adaptations like 'Cats'.
- The intertwining of personal controversies with casting choices in films like 'The Flash' reveals the critical need for accountability in production.
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