Slate News Culture Gabfest | Seth Rogen’s Love/Hate Letter to Hollywood
Apr 6, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Rebecca Onion, a talented writer for Slate known for her insightful coverage of Hunger Games content, shares her thoughts on the latest book in the series. The conversation highlights themes of loss and resistance, resonating with readers today. The hosts also dive into Seth Rogen's satirical series 'The Studio,' critiquing its portrayal of Hollywood and its comedic depth. They explore the nostalgic indie film 'Ephus,' celebrating camaraderie and passion in baseball, blending humor with emotional stories from the past.
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The Studio's Premise
- Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's latest collaboration, The Studio, satirizes Hollywood.
- Rogen plays a mid-level executive suddenly promoted, highlighting the clash between artistic vision and financial realities.
Episodic Format
- The Studio prefers a weekly episodic release format.
- This allows viewers to fully appreciate the show's narrative shape and anticipation for each new episode.
Unoriginal Hollywood Satire
- Steve Metcalf criticizes The Studio for its unoriginality and boring portrayal of Hollywood.
- He questions the show's premise, given the declining relevance of studio head positions in the current entertainment landscape.
