Ep. 776 - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

May 28, 2024

The hosts discuss 'Limbo' and the MoviePass implosion. They review 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' and revisit 'Who Done It: The Clue Documentary'. They share insights on engaging kids' TV shows and explore ethical dilemmas in movies.

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ANECDOTE

MoviePass Founders

Devindra Hardawar covered MoviePass's rise and fall.
He emphasizes how two Black founders were sidelined by white executives.

INSIGHT

Startup Growth Obsession

MoviePass prioritized rapid user growth over sustainable business.
This reflected a broader trend in startup culture during that era.

ANECDOTE

The Last Stop in Yuma County Praise

Jeff Cannata loved The Last Stop in Yuma County, considering it a top 10 film.
He praises the film's tension, characters, and contained setting.

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David, Devindra, and Jeff balance their thoughts on Limbo, assess the big screen implosion in MoviePass, Moviecrash, and revisit a charming cult classic with Who Done It: The Clue Documentary. Then they buckle up to witness the newest epic from George Miller, Furiousa: A Mad Max Saga.

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Weekly Plugs
David - Decoding Everything: Sean Baker’s ANORA is one of the best films of the year
Devindra - Microsoft Copilot+ coverage
Jeff - Jeff’s Cameo Page

Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)
What we've been watching (~00:22:10)
David - Limbo, Escape from the Planet of the Apes
Devindra - MoviePass, Moviecrash; X-Men ‘97
Jeff - The Last Stop in Yuma County, Who Done It: The Clue Documentary

Featured Review (~01:14:51)
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
SPOILERS (~01:39:32)

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