The Filmcast Ep. 860 - Send Help
Feb 3, 2026
They remember Catherine O'Hara and her career highlights. They dig into Jodie Foster’s French drama A Private Life and teen-focused Starfleet Academy. They discuss Wonder Man’s L.A. acting world and Sundance picks like One in a Million and The Incomer. They debate Sam Raimi’s new film Send Help, its gore-comedy tone, casting choices, and how survival scenarios shift power dynamics.
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Catherine O'Hara's Late-Career Vitality
- Catherine O'Hara remained professionally vital late in life, doing career-best work on hit TV and dramatic roles.
- Her transition from sketch and comedy to acclaimed dramatic parts shows sustained artistic growth and relevance.
Students' Shrinking Attention For Feature Films
- Professors report film students struggle to sit through feature films and often use phones during screenings.
- Some faculty respond by banning devices or teaching shorter social-media-style productions to match viewing habits.
Teaching Kids With Highlight Reels
- David tried introducing his son to Jackie Chan and settled for a long fight-scene clip when full films wouldn't hold attention.
- He felt a mix of guilt and acceptance that highlight reels can spark interest even if they bypass context.