Kill James Bond! S4E4.5 Star Wars II: Attack of the Clones
Dec 31, 2024
The hosts dive deep into 'Attack of the Clones,' highlighting its political themes and the cultural backlash it faced. They hilariously critique Anakin and Padmé's relationship, the absurdities of Jedi abilities, and the irritating use of CGI. Nostalgic yet critical, they explore the quirks of the Star Wars universe, including humorous character moments and chaotic plot points. The episode also touches on representation issues, Anakin's emotional quest, and the ridiculous aspects of clone creation, all while delivering a playful critique of the film's storytelling.
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Abigail's Star Wars Role
- Abigail Thorn reveals she acted in the Star Wars series "The Acolyte".
- She enjoys Star Wars and had fun revisiting "Attack of the Clones".
November's Displeasure
- November Kelly had a negative experience watching "Attack of the Clones".
- He jokingly compares it to torture and describes feeling functionally impaired.
Jedi as Cops
- The Jedi are described as a religious order acting as law enforcement, similar to space Mormons.
- They are the primary police force and troops of the Republic.