Bob Murphy Show Ep. 455 Adam Haman and Bob Murphy Review The Big Kahuna
Oct 26, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Adam Haman, creator of the HamanNature Substack, teams up with Bob Murphy to delve into the film The Big Kahuna. They explore the movie's unique premise about landing a crucial client, praising stellar performances by Kevin Spacey, Danny DeVito, and Peter Facinelli. They analyze thought-provoking themes like sincerity, character, and belief, discussing how the film's moments reflect deeper questions about honesty and personal mission. Haman's cultural commentary adds rich context, making their insights both entertaining and enlightening.
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Play-Style Filmmaking Intensifies Character
- The Big Kahuna unfolds almost entirely in one hotel room, preserving its play origins to heighten character dialogue and tension.
- Minimal locations force focus on dialogue, revealing personality through speech and small gestures rather than action.
Charisma Can Mask Desperation
- Kevin Spacey's swagger initially reads as confident mastery but later reveals desperation and personal flaws.
- The performance shows how charisma can mask precarious financial and moral positions.
Public Ripping To Reveal Truths
- Kevin Spacey's character verbally dissects a guest, using a story to accuse him of lying and bluffing in front of Bob.
- The scene exposes how public humiliation and rhetoric are used to test and unsettle others.