After the disappointing Elysium, does director Neill Blomkamp return to District 9 form with his latest effort, Chappie?

We discuss that and more, comparing Blomkamp to M. Night Shyamalan, agreeing the film didn’t need to be rated R, and gushing about the performance capture work.

Also, we express indifference about the acting jobs turned in by rap duo Die Antwoord, explore the film’s themes and ponder where Blomkamp goes from here before delving into spoiler territory.