Ep. 29 - Pokémon Detective Pikachu (2019)

In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Pokémon Detective Pikachu. They discuss this movie’s potential, the difficulty of bringing a video game to life on the big screen, and how nostalgia can be revenue-generating. Leaning into their strategic sides, they wonder how this film will perform at the box office in a summer full of highly anticipated blockbusters. What did you think of Pokémon Detective Pikachu? How does it measure up to other children’s films? Contact us with any questions or comments at [email protected].