116. Rooting for the Americans in Avatar

Adrian & Simon review director Ari Aster’s Eddington and director Matt Shakman’s Fantastic 4: First Steps. They also gush about how much they love the Star Wars Andor TV series and Cassian Andor’s bitter sweet ending in Rogue One. Additionally, the pals discuss the new Avatar Fire & Ash trailer and Spider-Man Brand New Day’s focus on practical effects. Simon also goes on a bit of a tangent in a quest to define the ‘theme park film’; while specifying a lack of stakes associated with undefined character strengths and weaknesses in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They also examine the final season of Netflix’s You and connect it to Peacock’s serial killer podcast comedy, Based on a True Story. Plus, the boys talk yardwork hijinx, ice cream for dinner, and enigmatic neighbours.This episode was recorded in Canada on August 8th 2025. Episodes air every two weeks on Tuesdays! Catch us on August 26th for Episode 117.