Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #651: Robert De Niro, Max Brooks, Tara Palmeri
Mar 9, 2024
Robert De Niro, an iconic actor renowned for classics like "Taxi Driver," joins author Max Brooks, known for "World War Z," and political correspondent Tara Palmeri. They share sharp insights on aging leaders like Biden and the political landscape shaped by Trump's surprising popularity. Discussions veer into the humor of the 'Masturbation Economy' and its ties to celebrity culture, as well as the need for balanced conversations around immigration and crime. Expect wit and candor as they tackle current events with a unique flair!
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Katie Britt's Rebuttal
- Bill Maher showed a clip of Katie Britt's rebuttal to the State of the Union address.
- He mocked her speech and demeanor.
Questionable Choice
- Robert De Niro questioned the Republican Party's choice of Katie Britt for the rebuttal.
- He found her performance unimpressive and didn't understand the decision.
De Niro's Film Selection
- Bill Maher praised De Niro's film choices, highlighting his high success rate.
- De Niro attributed it to selecting scripts and directors he found worthwhile, especially Scorsese.