The New Yorker Radio Hour Paul Scheer Picks the Very Best of the Very Worst Movies
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Jun 18, 2024 Actor and comedian Paul Scheer shares his top pick of the very worst movies, like 'The Room' and 'Miami Connection,' discussing the charm and absurdities of these cinematic disasters. The podcast also touches on Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' and its misunderstood nature.
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The Room
- Paul Scheer considers The Room a must-watch bad movie.
- Its disastrous production makes it noteworthy, like a Tennessee Williams play filtered through Tommy Wiseau's lens.
Miami Connection
- Miami Connection, discovered by Alamo Drafthouse, features ninjas, a lost father, and drug trade.
- Its bizarre plot and rediscovery make it a unique bad movie experience.
Samurai Cop
- Samurai Cop showcases a director's attempt to emulate cop movie tropes.
- However, the language barrier creates unintentionally humorous dialogue.