House of R The Most Pleasant Surprises of 2024 and 'War of the Rohirrim' Reactions
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Dec 17, 2024 Dive into an engaging discussion about the most pleasant surprises of 2024, featuring unexpected hits like 'Wicked' and 'X-Men 97.' The hosts dissect the new anime film 'War of the Rohirrim,' exploring Helm Hammerhand's epic background and the intriguing character of Hera. They delve into character representation and the complexities of motivations in Tolkien's universe. Humor and insights abound as they reflect on holiday movie traditions and recent media experiences, leaving listeners eager for more cinematic adventures.
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Rohirrim Length Critique
- "War of the Rohirrim" is too long for anime but too short for its story.
- It's based on Appendix A of "Lord of the Rings" and explores Helm Hammerhand's stand.
Wicked Surprise
- Mallory Rubin enjoyed "Wicked" and is excited for part two.
- "Wicked" was not initially planned for podcast coverage but became a highlight.
Lego Star Wars Delight
- "Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy" was a delightful surprise for Mallory Rubin.
- It charmingly subverted expectations and explored themes of change and consequence.