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The 'Slow Horses' Season 4 Finale and 'The Franchise' Lacks Teeth
Oct 10, 2024
The hosts discuss the trailer for a Bob Dylan biopic and Christopher Nolan's interest in Matt Damon for his next project. They reflect on the season finale of 'Slow Horses,' expressing disappointment compared to earlier seasons, especially regarding pacing and character depth. The premiere of Armando Iannucci's 'The Franchise' is critiqued, suggesting it might work better as a workplace drama. The conversation also highlights themes of nostalgia and modern storytelling, alongside humorous anecdotes about British television.
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- The hosts express their feelings about the 'Slow Horses' season 4 finale, highlighting a lukewarm reception compared to previous seasons.
- In discussing 'The Franchise', they suggest it would have benefited from a narrative focus more aligned with workplace drama instead of its current format.
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