#321 - The World's End (2013)

Subject: The World's End (2013) Observers: John Pavlich, Jimmy Brown Record Date: January 13, 2015, 03:00 PM Plot Summary: A sociopath emotionally manipulates his former friends to join him on an expansive pub crawl in their old hometown, during which they uncover a hidden network of alien robots attempting global assimilation and takeover of the human race. Note: Finishing off The Cornetto Trilogy, Jimmy returns as we discuss irredeemable protagonists, empty catharsis, enabling an addict, what happens when a film's thesis insults or damages past work, rewarding bad behavior and beer. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the film on your DVD. Buy: The Three Flavors Cornetto Trilogy on Blu-ray at Amazon.com! Buy: Pop Art from John's Etsy Store! Support: John's Mom and her fight against Cancer!