E291 – The Breadwinner - What Would YOU Do?

Amber and Scott break down the family comedy The Breadwinner , diving into why this film defies its low critical score to provide genuine, laugh-out-loud entertainment. They explore the comedic brilliance behind the movie's chaotic depiction of parenting, dissecting everything from the "instinctive" nature of household management to the bizarrely over-the-top physical comedy of a horse destroying a home. It is a refreshing look at how a film can succeed by simply knowing exactly what it is and leaning into its own absurdity. Some What Would You Dos from the episode: If you were Nate, would you tell Lori Greiner you’re staying home with the kids while secretly hiring a nanny to do the work, or would you actually take on the role yourself? When faced with a scheduling conflict between your daughter’s spelling bee and a major work award ceremony, how do you handle the fallout without letting your family down? If you were in charge of a six-year-old who has a habit of hugging and kissing classmates inappropriately, how would you approach the conversation about personal space and consent? When you’ve accidentally destroyed your own house and need to host a live stream for a major business deal, do you attempt to rent an Airbnb to fake your location or come clean to your spouse? The conversation hits its peak when the hosts debate the sheer lunacy of Nate’s "system" for managing his daughters, which includes buying a horse to bribe a child into stopping bad behavior. Watching Nate try to treat his domestic life like a car dealership while his home literally falls apart around him is easily the most ridiculous and entertaining part of the film.