Episode #60: 2 Guns (Part 2)

Andrew and Monica discuss the racial politics of Hollywood and how an interesting script can sometimes get lost in the execution in their spoiler-filled analysis of 2 Guns. What's up with Paula Patton's character and her decision to do nudity? How is the relationship her character has with Denzel's one of the more tragic in recent memory? And is the movie's depiction of Mexicans offensive or just a symptom or a larger institutional problem?  Tune in to find out. Plus, Hollywood would be wise to take note of their ideas for a sequel in Reboot This! SHOW NOTES: 0:22 - Intro and clip 2:37 - Awful title 3:48 - Paula Patton, nudity and female characters 8:56 - Denzel's tragic relationship history 11:18 - How the ending betrays its anti-institution themes 15:50 - Supporting actors that chew the scenery 19:49 - The chicken scene 21:43 - Racist against Mexicans? 29:13 - Reboot This! 33:48 - Show close DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!