We Hate Movies S16: On-Screen Live: Predator: Badlands Review, Thoughts on The Chair Company, the Varanasi Trailer & More!
Nov 19, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into the latest franchise flick, offering mixed reviews on Predator: Badlands, praising its visuals but critiquing its family-friendly tone. They discuss Tim Robinson's hilarious new series, The Chair Company, and how it nails its comedic craft. Fans can look forward to the visually stunning teaser for Rajamouli's Varanasi and a quirky documentary on NYC Christmas tree vendors in The Merchants of Joy. The weekend box office also gets a breakdown, highlighting the industry's latest trends and performances.
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AI Time-Travel TV Feels Lazy
- The hosts view AI-generated entertainment as lazy and creatively hollow when overused.
- They criticize AI projects that replace real performers or shortcut storytelling effort.
Franchise Momentum Outlives Story Logic
- The Black Phone 2's box office shows franchises can keep earning despite creative limits.
- Hosts doubt a third installment will work but note studios chase proven IP anyway.
Stress Dream About Performing Barefoot
- The hosts promote their 15th anniversary Total Recall live show at the Bell House.
- Steve Sadek nervously recalls a dream about going on stage barefoot and losing his socks.
