Episode #41: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (Part 2)

In this episode, Andrew and Monica try to figure out why a movie about magic doesn't seem very magical. How does the movie's approach to directing disrespect the profession? Does the ending work? Andrew also reveals he perhaps likes magic more than he should. Plus, the return of Reboot This! SHOW NOTES: 0:22 - Intro and clip 1:58 - Why is Alan Arkin here? 4:50 - A disappointing depiction of magic as an art and profession 10:55 - Explaining how magic tricks are done 14:52 - The funniest scene in the movie 16:25 - The romance, wasting the talents of Steve Buscemi 19:48 - The ending, James Gandolfini and Jim Carrey 26:12 - Reboot This! 31:40 - Show close DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!