The Big Picture ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ and the Top Five Puzzle Movies
Dec 27, 2022
Sean and Amanda discuss Rian Johnson's 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' and its connections to murder mysteries and puzzle movies. They explore self-awareness and archetypal characters in the movie. The hosts also share their experience at a movie premiere and analyze the release strategy of 'Knives Out' on Netflix and in theaters. They express their love for puzzle movies and discuss their favorite puzzle movie. Additionally, they talk about snack-sharing habits, the effectiveness of puzzles in engaging the audience, and the future of the 'Glass Onion' movie series.
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Spoiler Discussion
- "Glass Onion" is discussed in full spoiler detail.
- The film is a murder mystery and a puzzle movie, using objects to explain character motivations and the plot.
Song Titles as Movie Titles
- Rian Johnson uses song titles for his films, like the Beatles' "Glass Onion" and Radiohead's "Knives Out".
- Sean Fennessey wonders what song title will be next, suggesting maybe a Wham! song.
All-Star Cast
- Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc is the best part of "Glass Onion," delivering most of the good lines.
- The all-star cast adds to the fun, romp-like nature of the film.