Watch of the Weekend, Golden Globes Noms, and ‘Leave the World Behind’
Dec 11, 2023
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The hosts discuss content they consumed over the weekend, Golden Globes nominations, 'The Curse,' and Sam Esmail's movie 'Leave the World Behind'. They also talk about an actor's comedic talents, the uncertainty in Hollywood, discomfort with animal cruelty in films, and a new film with an impressive cast. Additionally, they mention book conventions, movie adaptations, and Kevin Bacon wearing a Cowboys hat.
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Quick takeaways
The Golden Globe nominations include popular and critically acclaimed TV shows like 'Succession' and 'Ted Lasso', showcasing star power and diversity.
The movie 'Leave the World Behind' directed by Sam Esmail explores human behavior in extreme situations with an impressive cast including Julia Roberts and Mahershala Ali.
The introduction of a new category in award shows aims to acknowledge and celebrate blockbuster movies, although there is criticism that it solely values commercial success over artistic achievements.
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Overview of the podcast episode
The podcast episode discusses the return of the show 'Bandsplain' and the new season featuring cult bands and iconic artists. It also mentions the sponsorship from Amazon and Apple Pay. The hosts then transition to discussing the Philadelphia Eagles football team and their recent disappointing losses. They talk about their emotional connection to the team and their reactions to the games. They also mention their plans to discuss the Golden Globe nominations and the upcoming award season.
Discussions on television nominees
The hosts discuss the Golden Globe nominations for TV dramas, comedies, and limited series. They highlight the inclusion of popular shows like 'Succession', 'Ted Lasso', and 'Fargo'. They also comment on the star power and diversity in the nominations, mentioning the performances by Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, and more. They express their satisfaction with the nominations, as the shows mentioned represent popular and critically acclaimed series of the year.
Review and discussion of the movie 'Leave the World Behind'
The hosts briefly discuss the movie 'Leave the World Behind' directed by Sam Esmail. They mention the star-studded cast including Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, and Mahershala Ali. They explain that the film focuses on two families brought together during a crisis and their struggles as the world falls apart. They admire the film for its exploration of human behavior in extreme situations and the intense performances by the cast members. Overall, they express intrigue and appreciation for the film.
The importance of cinematic and box office achievement in award shows
The podcast discusses the introduction of a new category in award shows that focuses on cinematic and box office achievement. This category aims to include more blockbuster movies to engage a wider audience. The importance of acknowledging and celebrating big popcorn movies is emphasized, but there is criticism that this category solely values movies based on their commercial success, rather than recognizing them for their artistic or creative achievements.
The ambiguous nature of the TV series 'The Curse'
The podcast delves into the TV series 'The Curse' and its unique storytelling approach. The show is described as a collection of potential stories under the overarching theme of the idiosyncratic interests of the creators. The podcast highlights the challenge of deciphering the show's intentions and purpose, with a sense that the plot moves at a slow and incremental pace, leaving viewers intrigued about what the series is truly trying to convey. The performance of Emma Stone is also praised, showcasing her talent and adding another layer of intrigue to the show.
Chris and Andy talk about some of the content they consumed over the weekend including ‘The Boy and the Heron’ and ‘Saturday Night Live’ (1:00). Then they talk about some of the TV shows that got Golden Globes nominations (17:47) and check in with how they’re feeling about ‘The Curse’ (37:11), before discussing Sam Esmail’s new movie, ‘Leave the World Behind’ (51:55).
