Intentionally Blank The Greatest Movie of 2025, War of the Worlds — Intentionally Blank Ep. 223
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Sep 10, 2025 Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells embark on a playful journey reviewing the much-anticipated movie, War of the Worlds. They delve into charming tales like a bear stealing ice cream, turning it into a metaphor for societal behavior. The duo also debates the appeal of 'good bad movies,' emphasizing the enjoyment found in their flaws. Insightful yet hilariously absurd critiques highlight bizarre cinematic choices and editing techniques, all while urging listeners to embrace that delightful watch, no matter its quirks.
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Bad Acting Can Be Magnetic
- Ice Cube's performance anchors the film's entertainment value by being so off-kilter it's compelling.
- Strong editing and pacing keep the movie watchable despite other flaws.
Editing Rescues A Flawed Lead
- Brandon compliments the other actors and the editors for making the found-footage format feel cinematic.
- He and Dan highlight that Ice Cube's scenes feel like a catalog of disconnected emotional clips.
Packing Tape Wound Fix
- A patched-together medical moment shows a teen pulling a spike from her leg and suddenly being fine.
- Her boyfriend applies packing tape as first aid, and she recovers instantly, played as comedic gold.
