Pop Culture Happy Hour

Fall Guide

Sep 18, 2025
Get ready for an exciting fall in entertainment! A fresh Knives Out mystery promises twists and intrigue. Guillermo del Toro's take on Frankenstein is set to captivate audiences. Emma Stone stars in a much-anticipated new film that has everyone talking. Plus, don’t miss Park Chan-wook's intriguing No Other Choice and Sterling Harjo's FX series, The Lowdown. There's something for every pop culture enthusiast this season!
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INSIGHT

Knives Out Blends Mystery With Social Commentary

  • The Knives Out series mixes cozy mystery mechanics with timely social commentary and emotional depth.
  • Wake Up Dead Man trades some jokiness for melancholy while keeping strong performances and a stellar cast.
ANECDOTE

Knives Out As A Holiday Tradition

  • Glenn calls Knives Out films a Thanksgiving tradition for families seeking a consensus movie choice.
  • He recommends seeing them with relatives because everyone will likely enjoy the film.
INSIGHT

Lanthimos Meets Culty Korean Sci‑Fi

  • Yorgos Lanthimos will apply his chilly, distancing aesthetic to a chaotic, violent Korean cult sci-fi.
  • Begonia's tonal collision and Emma Stone's casting promise a provocative, unpredictable result.
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