Actor, musician, and handsome man Brendan Hines joins the hosts to discuss David Fincher's The Game. They talk about the cost of the movie, Michael Douglas's roles, Deborah Kara Unger, and Charles Martinet's jump off a roof. They also touch on humorous topics, exonerating Kevin Spacey, scumbag roles, Mario's voice actor, failed film projects, comparing The Crowded Room and The Game, James Redporn, composers, Douglas' desire for control, psychological aspects of The Game, Gene Hackman's filmography, bleak movies, and upcoming projects.
The Game explores themes of paranoia, identity, and the blurred line between reality and illusion.
The protagonist is challenged to confront his deepest fears and insecurities through a series of puzzles and challenges.
The film delves into the concept of losing control over one's own life and the struggle to maintain one's identity.
The Game constantly blurs the lines between what is real and part of the game, keeping the audience guessing.
Nick Van Orton undergoes a transformative journey that leads to personal growth and a new perspective on life.
The podcast guest, Brendan Hines, has finished a new record that may be released next spring.
Deep dives
Michael Douglas stars in The Game
In The Game, Michael Douglas plays a wealthy man who becomes immersed in a mysterious and increasingly dangerous game orchestrated by a company called Consumer Recreation Services (CRS). As the game unfolds, he is constantly questioning what is real and what is not, and finds himself confronted with unexpected twists and challenges. The film explores themes of paranoia, identity, and the blurred line between reality and illusion.
The game is a mind-bending experience
The game takes the protagonist on a journey where he must confront his deepest fears and insecurities. As he navigates through a series of challenges and puzzles, he starts to question his own sanity and the true nature of the game. The suspense and tension build up as the game pushes him to his limits, forcing him to confront his past and make choices that will ultimately determine his fate.
The game explores themes of control and manipulation
Throughout the game, the protagonist is manipulated and controlled by an unseen force. As he delves deeper into the game, he realizes that there are layers of deception and hidden agendas at play. The film examines the concept of losing control over one's own life and the struggle to maintain one's identity in the face of external forces. It ultimately raises questions about the nature of free will and the power dynamics at play in our lives.
The game challenges perceptions of reality
At the heart of The Game is the blurring of lines between what is real and what is part of the game. The protagonist is constantly questioning his surroundings and the motivations of those around him. The film explores the fragility of perception and the idea that our understanding of reality can be manipulated and distorted. It keeps the audience constantly guessing and leaves them questioning their own assumptions about what is happening on screen.
The protagonist, Nick Van Orton, receives an unusual birthday gift from his brother that turns his life into an unpredictable game.
Nick Van Orton is given a mysterious birthday gift by his brother that introduces him to a game that will challenge and change his life in unexpected ways.
Nick Van Orton embarks on a series of puzzling and thrilling challenges that blur the line between reality and the game.
Nick Van Orton finds himself caught in a series of elaborate puzzles and tasks that test his perception of reality and force him to question whether he is still playing the game or if the game has taken over his life.
The game leads Nick Van Orton to confront his past, redefine his relationships, and discover hidden depths within himself.
As Nick Van Orton navigates the twists and turns of the game, he is forced to confront unresolved issues from his past, reevaluate his relationships with others, and discover his own strength and resourcefulness.
The game ultimately transforms Nick Van Orton's life and brings about unexpected personal growth and self-discovery.
Through the challenges and experiences provided by the game, Nick Van Orton undergoes a transformative journey that leads him to a deeper understanding of himself, personal growth, and a new perspective on life.
Michael Douglas Makes History with Divorce
An AI-generated website serves a pop-up ad falsely claiming that Michael Douglas is getting a divorce, featuring a misleading photo.
Brendan's Upcoming Record
Brendan mentions that he has a new record that is finished and will likely be released next spring. He may drop the first single soon.
The Game and its Streaming Availability
David mentions that the game is not currently available on Netflix, but it can be found on Amazon Prime Video.
Congratulations! If you are listening to this episode, it means you’ve discovered the key in the mouth of the wooden clown we placed in your driveway. Actor, musician, and handsome man Brendan Hines joins us this week as we lead you on an immersive, life-changing experience through David Fincher’s The Game. We understand you may have some questions. How much did this whole thing cost? Is cocaine a requirement for every Michael Douglas movie? What’s Deborah Kara Unger up to these days? Did Charles Martinet say “it’s a-meeee, daddio!” when he jumped off the roof? We will try our best to answer these enquiries, but please note that CRS is not liable to disclose all of its innerworkings to clients.
