In this episode we look at murder in paradise, more specifically the
serial killer hunting children and being hunted himself by Tom Hardy in
CHILD 44. This inspires a look back at the controversial rendering of
paradise in Peter Jackson's film adaptation of THE LOVELY BONES vs. the
troubling utopia portrayed in the more critically acclaimed film
adaptation of NEVER LET ME GO.
GUEST: None this week, but we really could have used the analysis of
Dave from Pop Culture Case Study. You can correct that mistake by
checking out his great podcast.
2023 Director : Jackson Publick Starring : Doc Hammer, James Urbaniak, Michael Sinterniklaas, Chris McCulloch, Clancy Brown, and JK Simmons The Venture Bros.: Radiant is the Blood of the Baboon Heart is an absolute triumph that brilliantly continues the story of the beloved animated series. As a long-time fan, I couldn't be more thrilled with this new movie, which picks up right where season 7 finale left off. Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment has delivered a truly special piece of animation that had me from start to finish. While the plot for the film is about what you'd expect from a direct to home video feature based on an animated series, there is something in the way all the pieces come together that is utterly compelling, making it impossible to look away. The story is well-crafted and the return of an imposing evil from the past adds a layer of depth and intensity that fans will appreciate. The voice talents in The Venture Bros. have always been top-notch, and R