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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the obscure movie 'Mio in the Land of Far Away.' They reminisce about their childhood memories of the film and its strange and unique qualities. They explore the origins of the movie, its production process, and the notable actors involved. Despite acknowledging that the movie is objectively bad, they find joy in its nostalgic value and the bizarre elements it presents. The conversation touches on other fantasy films from the 80s and the challenges of working in the entertainment industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to 'Midnight Local' and the Movie 02:06 Nostalgic Memories and Shared Experience 03:05 Origins and Distribution of the Movie 04:58 Comparing 'Mio in the Land of Far Away' to Other Fantasy Films 08:23 Discussion on Work Ethic and Grind Culture 09:22 Exploring the Cast and Production Challenges 11:08 Connection to 'Pippi Longstocking' and Swedish Literature 14:45 Dubbing and Editing Issues in the Movie 18:27 Appreciation for the Weirdness and Nostalgic Value 20:09 Parallels to 'Harry Potter' and the Hero's Journey 22:07 Personal Anecdotes and Connection to the Movie 25:30 Discussion on Swedish Heritage and Cultural References 27:53 Reflection on the Movie's Quality and Exposition 30:57 Comparisons to Other Fantasy Films and Director's Cut 34:12 Discussion on Little People in Hollywood 37:59 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices