Cinephobe Ep 195: Harlem Nights

Sep 7, 2023

The podcast discusses the movie 'Harlem Nights', exploring the background, reception, and random observations. Hosts engage in casual banter and discuss actors' previous movies. They also touch on the origins of tropes, black cinema, and the explosion of movies. Scenes involving tense exchanges, car chases, and mistaken bag exchange are highlighted. The speakers joke about explosions, weight loss, podcasting, and Eddie Murphy's directing experience. Complicated dynamics between Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor on set are discussed.

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Casual Banter and Confusion About the Podcast's Theme

Actors and their roles in 'Harlem Nights'

Discussion on 'Harlem Nights' and its Background

Discussion on 'Harlem Nights' movie reception and ads frustration

Critics' opinions on 'Harlem Nights'

Ads for Factor Meals, Prize Picks, and European Wax Center

'Harlem Nights': Random Observations and Thoughts

30:08 • 15min

Tense Verbal Exchange

45:21 • 14min

The Origins of Tropes and the Explosion of Movies

58:53 • 20min

The Car Chase and Confrontation

01:19:17 • 18min

Tense Exchange over Bag Exchange

01:37:15 • 16min

The Importance of Being Present and a Club Explosion

01:53:39 • 2min

Discussing the aftermath and leaving Harlem

01:55:37 • 2min

Weight loss, podcasting, and Eddie Murphy's experience with directing 'Harlem Nights'

01:57:10 • 3min

Complicated Dynamics and Positive Direction

02:00:16 • 19min