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‘The Bear’ Season 4, Episodes 1-3: Let Carmy Cook

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Jun 26, 2025
The hosts dive into the thrilling news of Denis Villeneuve directing the next James Bond film, sparking imagination about his unique vision. They then analyze the first three episodes of 'The Bear' Season 4, sharing mixed feelings on its pacing and narrative development. The discussion touches on Carmy's transformation and the character dynamics that keep viewers engaged. Amidst this, they highlight the unusual lack of promotional activity for the new season and ponder its impact on audience reception.
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INSIGHT

Villeneuve Directs Bond: A New Era

  • Denis Villeneuve is an acclaimed filmmaker chosen to direct the next Bond film, signaling a new era for the franchise.
  • His style suggests a serious, large-scale vision, which may shift Bond's tone to something more somber and cinematic.
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Villeneuve's Serious Bond Vision

  • Denis Villeneuve has become a curator of major franchises like Dune and Blade Runner.
  • His Bond film is likely to be serious and complex, which could contrast with traditional Bond fun and wit.
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Gravitas Needed Over Glibness

  • Edgar Wright would have been the worst choice for Bond due to his meta, glib style.
  • Denis Villeneuve offers the gravitas Bond needs to feel mature and adult to the public.
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