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Our heroes root for the bad guy.

Hosts Tom and Dave dissect 'Batman & Robin,' discussing Clooney's portrayal, Uma Thurman's performance, villain casting challenges, and the quirky world of Gotham's gang and allies. They analyze Arnold and Uma's acting, Gotham's peculiarities, and enigmatic characters like Miss B. Haven, in an entertaining exploration of the infamous film.

Topics Include: Wolfs, Kinds Of Kindness, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, A Sacrifice, A Family Affair, Trigger Warning, Reverse The Curse, The Substance, and the legacy on Ronald Reagan.

The hosts dive into 'Furiosa,' contrasting it with 'Fury Road' and exploring the balance between character depth and high-octane action. They discuss the challenges actors face reprising iconic roles and the duality of villainous characters. The movie's underwhelming box office is a topic of frustration, paired with a nostalgic look at the changing cinema landscape. They critique the narrative coherence of 'Furiosa,' express disappointment in character development, and reflect on the fading significance of theaters in a streaming world.

Our hosts take a trip to the big city.

Writer and comedian Daniel O'Brien joins the hosts to discuss nostalgia in movie sequels, unconventional film projects, the Scarlett Johansson lawsuit, and the automation of menial tasks in art. They explore dark humor, potential sequels like Happy Gilmore, and the surreal film 'The Hyperboreans'.

The hosts dissect the misguided satire of a 90s film, critiquing its portrayal of college culture and activism. They explore the cultural value of 'dumb' movies, analyzing comedic performances and societal messaging. The chapter delves into apathy, privilege, and societal resistance to change, drawing parallels to modern issues like gender roles and marginalized groups.

Our heroes enjoy some unique creature design.

The podcast discusses the overlooked biopic 'Rush' with a focus on contrasting characters, risky decisions, and the dynamic between James Hunt and Nicki Lauda. The hosts explore director Ron Howard's career, reflect on mistakes in the film, and share their surprising enjoyment of the movie.

Guest co-host Hana Michels joins the hosts to discuss the film 'I Saw The TV Glow' exploring themes of violence on television, psychological ambiguity, self-discovery, found footage film techniques, suffocation parallels, and the impact of a mindful movie on emotions and atmosphere in horror.