Film critic Simon Abrams from RogerEbert.com joins Andrew and Monica to discuss the original Kick-Ass comics and how the film adaptations compare. Does Millar succeed in making a satirical point? Is the film version of Kick-Ass 2 an improvement in any way? What's up with the class warfare allegory? And is Hit Girl an example of a strong female character? Tune in as they try to find the answers to all these questions and much more. Plus, you'll definitely want to hear what Simon pitches for a prequel in Reboot This!

SHOW NOTES:

0:22 - Intro and clip

4:44 - Simon's overall thoughts on the film and comic

12:58 - Hit Girl trying to be popular

21:30 - Allegory for class warfare

29:50 - Cutting things for the big screen; too safe?

33:40 - Use of music during action to make a point... or not

38:05 - Comparisons with the satire of the first film

42:17 - Differences with the comic: Chris' uncle, Kick-Ass' girlfriend

46:24 - Hit Girl and depictions of "strong" women

53:43 - Reboot This!

57:56 - Comic book recommendations and show close

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