The Big Picture ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ and 2024’s Comic Book Movie Nightmare. Plus: ‘The Wild Robot’!
Oct 29, 2024
Mallory Rubin and Charles Holmes, film critics from The Ringer, team up to dissect 'Venom: The Last Dance,' noting its chaotic charm despite shortcomings. They share laughs while delving into the bizarre energy of the Venom trilogy. Then, Chris Sanders, the award-winning director of 'The Wild Robot,' joins to discuss the innovative strides in animation and the emotional depth of storytelling in his film. The trio reflects on current trends in comic book movies and the future of animated features, blending humor with insightful critiques.
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Venom Discussion
- Sean Fennessey, Mallory Rubin, and Charles Holmes discuss the new Venom movie.
- They share their varied perspectives on the film's quality and entertainment value.
Venom's Priorities
- The Venom movies prioritize absurd humor and spectacle over plot and character development.
- The messy plot and clunky exposition detract from the talented cast's potential.
Venom Ending
- The hosts discuss the ending of Venom: Let There Be Carnage, including Venom's absorption of the xenophages.
- They debate whether the film focuses on brotherhood or a homoerotic love story.
