In episode 56, we discuss 2023's Elemental and discuss how its themes and narrative were overlooked. It highlights the immigrant dynamics at play and how the city is a vital part of the immigrant story.

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In the latest episode, we discuss The Ballad of Wallis Island, the new film by TaskMaster Veteran Tim Key and comedy writer Tom Basden. Despite the film's simplicity, its performances and sincerity shine through. Mentioning how it feels like a refreshing watch in the Summer Blockbuster season.

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In episode 54, we discuss the new Palestinian documentary focusing on the encampments at Columbia University. We discuss how it aims to set the narrative straight. We go over how it feels like, it is aimed at people who might be on the fence regarding campus protests.

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In this episode, we look back at Kapoor & Sons, the Bollywood drama starring Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra, Fawad Khan, and Rishi Kapoor. We talk about the film’s grounded writing, brilliant performances, and how it balances serious themes with just the right amount of levity. And most importantly, we ask why Bollywood stopped making films like this?

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In Episode 52, we break down From the World of John WickFrom the World of John Wick: Ballerina, the spin-off starring Ana de Armas, with Keanu Reeves returning alongside Ian McShane and Lance Reddick. We go over the film’s energetic and inventive action sequences and de Armas' contribution to the franchise.

But we also explore the film’s thinner plot and how female action leads are never really shown to be hurt in the same way their male counterparts are.

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In Episode 49, we unpack The Phoenician Scheme, the latest film from Wes Anderson. With a characteristically stacked cast, we highlight standout performances from Michael Cera and Mia Threapleton. But despite the talent, we discuss why this one feels like Wes Anderson on autopilot—visually sharp but emotionally flat.

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In Episode 50, we dive into Nadaaniyan, the Bollywood film packed with nepo babies and influencers. We unpack the painfully unrealistic script, awkward dialogue, and wooden performances that somehow keep getting greenlit. Why do these films keep happening—and who are they even for?

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In Ep 49, we are once more talking about Sinners. Now a certified hit and Anainah having watched it, we go more into it's themes of assimilation versus representation. The incredible performances and how it bends genres to it will.

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In this episode, we review Death of a Unicorn, the dark comedy starring Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd. We chat about Ortega’s now-signature performance style—predictable, but still entertaining—and how the film shines most when the cast leans into over-the-top moments. Despite its fun premise, we break down why this satire doesn’t quite bite hard enough.

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In Episode 47, we discuss  Be Happy, the Indian drama starring Abhishek Bachchan, Inayat Verma, and Nora Fatehi. We discuss Abishek Bachchan's performance and career trajectory, and Inayat Varma's standout performance. We also discuss how the film leans toward sincerity and struggles to stand out in a crowded genre.

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