Rebecca Burns

Rebecca Burns, an investigative reporter specializing in housing and finance, joins the discussion about Robert Zemeckis’ animated classic. They delve into the film's nods to Los Angeles history, such as the Great Red Car Conspiracy, and explore how Toons represent marginalized communities. The conversation also touches on the groundbreaking animation techniques, the rivalry between Disney and Warner Bros, and the film’s darker themes reflective of capitalism and societal issues, including urban displacement and exploitation in Hollywood.