Actor Lauren Lapkus joins the hosts to discuss the 1992 Stephen King horror flick Sleepwalkers, touching on adults fearing tiny cats, similarities to Hocus Pocus, Stephen King's cameo, and a debate on mother-son relationships in the film.
The podcast analyzes the movie Sleepwalkers' complex dynamics, delving into themes of incest and shape-shifting creatures.
The discussion highlights the blend of nostalgia, love, apprehension, and fear within the plot, showcasing excellent acting and special effects.
The commentary points out dynamic camera angles and humorous reactions of law enforcement officials in the film.
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Analyzing Unique Characters and Story Arc
The podcast delves into the complex dynamics of characters in the movie, Sleepwalkers, exploring themes of incest and shape-shifting creatures with human and feline origins, leading to a humorous and intriguing analysis.
Intriguing Storyline and Unique Characters
The podcast episode delves into a unique storyline involving supernatural creatures, a mother and son, trying to navigate and survive in the modern world. The discussion highlights the blend of nostalgia, love, apprehension, and fear within the plot, showcasing excellent acting, dialogue, music, and special effects.
Camera Angles and Law Enforcement Reactions
The podcast commentary points out the dynamic camera angles used in the movie, emphasizing the movement and perspectives employed to enhance the viewing experience. Furthermore, the discussion touches on the intriguing reactions of law enforcement officials in the film, noting instances where cops threw down their guns and ran away when faced with the supernatural creatures, adding a layer of humor and disbelief to their responses.
Lauren Lapkus (Jurassic World, Threedom) joins Paul, June, and Jason to break down the 1992 Stephen King horror flick Sleepwalkers. They discuss adults acting terrified of tiny cats, the movie's similarities to Hocus Pocus, Stephen King's cameo, and much more. Plus, June incites an endless debate over whether or not Charles and Mary are actually mother and son or just creatures pretending. (Originally Released 05/24/2018)
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