Matinee Monday: The Country Bears (w/ Kulap Vilaysack)
Sep 18, 2023
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Kulap Vilaysack joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 2002 movie "The Country Bears". They talk about the scale of the bears, Queen Latifah's appearance, and why Trixie wasn't a Country Bear. They also discuss honey being booze for bears and June's advice on encountering a bear.
The film 'Country Bears' raises questions about the bear's place in a human-dominated world.
Christopher Walken's character in the film showcases humorous and bizarre actions as an antagonist.
The podcast hosts do not recommend watching the movie 'Country Bears' due to its negative aspects.
Deep dives
The Disestablishment of the Country Bears
The disbanded country bears struggle with their own personalities and habits, leading to their disestablishment as a band. Ted claims he held them together, while Barry realizes the true meaning of family and returns home.
The Antagonist's Motive
Christopher Walken's character, portrayed as a relentless antagonist, plans to crush the Country Bear Hall due to late rent and payment. He visualizes dropping an anvil on the venue, showcasing his humorous and bizarre actions.
Bear Lifestyle and Clothing
The film raises questions about the lifestyle and clothing choices of the bears. They live in a world where all bears walk on hind legs, wear clothes, talk, and perform jobs. The bears face uncertainty about their place in this human-dominated world.
Dan Aykroyd's Involvement
Dan Aykroyd's potential involvement in the movie remains unclear. His voice sounds similar to one of the characters, but it is uncertain if he turned down a role or had any connection to the production.
Film Review and Audience Opinions
The podcast hosts review a movie called 'Country Bears' and share their negative opinions about it. They discuss various aspects of the film including the humor, storyline, characters, and box office performance. Despite some moments of laughter and a few solid jokes, they do not recommend watching the movie.
Upcoming Projects and Recommendations
The hosts then share updates on their upcoming projects and provide recommendations for other movies, podcasts, and songs. They mention films like 'John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum' and 'Long Shot,' a podcast called 'Binge Mode,' and a song by the band Mannequin Pussy. They also discuss fashion trends and the resurgence of certain styles from the late 90s and early 2000s.
Kulap Vilaysack (Add to Cart podcast) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 2002 family musical comedy The Country Bears. They talk about the scale of the bears, Queen Latifah appearing as both herself and a character, why Trixie wasn’t one of the Country Bears, honey being booze for bears, and much more. Plus, June shares advice on what to do if you encounter a bear. (Originally released 06/06/2019)
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