The hosts discuss the thrills of Sanctuary and Presumed Innocent, jam out to Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, then dive into the mind with Inside Out 2. They explore pop culture, counterculture bands, and a documentary on a TikTok cult. Also, they delve into Korean horror films, the Apple TV show Trying, and captivating performances in various movies and TV shows. Finally, they analyze the sequel to Inside Out, exploring emotions in Pixar movies and potential sequels.
Inside Out 2 introduces anxiety as a new emotion in adolescence, emphasizing emotional complexity.
Evil TV series blends horror, comedy, mystery with Catholic Church investigations.
Out of Range explores time paradoxes with Western themes, offering dark mysteries.
Deep dives
Evil Season 4 on Netflix
Evil is a compelling TV series with elements of horror, comedy, and mystery. It follows a group of individuals investigating supernatural events for the Catholic Church. The show has engaging characters, dark themes, and an overarching storyline involving the resurrection of the Antichrist. Season 4 is available on Netflix.
Out of Range Season 2 on Amazon Prime
Out of Range is a sci-fi mystery series starring Josh Brolin, exploring time paradoxes and Western themes. The show features intriguing characters, open landscapes, and a unique blend of genres. Season 2 delves into dark mysteries and compelling narratives. You can watch it on Amazon Prime.
Decoding Everything Newsletter and A Cast of Kings Podcast
Check out the Decoding Everything newsletter for insights on recent events like Sony's acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse. Also, tune into the A Cast of Kings podcast, especially with the return of House of the Dragon, covering Game of Thrones topics.
This Week in Tech Episode 94 and Engadget Podcast
Catch Devindra on This Week in Tech Episode 94 discussing recent tech news, including Apple Intelligence developments. Also, listen to the Engadget podcast for insights on Apple's latest pitches and tech trends.
Exploring the Emotional Complexity of Adolescence
Inside Out 2 delves into the challenges of adolescence, showcasing the introduction of anxiety as a new emotion in Riley's mind. The movie addresses the complexities of dealing with early puberty and the diverse array of emotions associated with growing up, emphasizing the importance of understanding and managing these feelings.
Questions on the Future Direction of the Franchise
While Inside Out 2 received mixed reactions, some viewers questioned the potential for future sequels given the mature themes the franchise could explore, such as sexuality and desire. The discussion highlighted the limitations Pixar might face in maintaining the franchise's family-friendly tone while tackling more challenging topics.
David, Devindra, and Jeff assess the thrills of Sanctuary, render their verdict on Presumed Innocent, and jam out to Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza. Then they dive into the mind with Inside Out 2.
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Weekly Plugs
David - Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult, Sanctuary, Battle for the Planet of the Apes
Devindra - Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Exhuma, Presumed Innocent, Evil S4, Outer Range S2
Jeff - Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, Trying, Smiling Friends
Featured Review (~01:04:32)
Inside Out 2 SPOILERS (~01:19:08)
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