”Fast X” and ”Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”

The "Fast and the Furious" franchise has been around for 22 years, and so you could say that the latest installment, "Fast X," is just spinning wheels. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that fans of the series will enjoy yet more physics-defying car chases by Vin Diesel and company. However, Marie and Mike both think the film's constant thematic references to the importance of family are a bit much. As Mike puts it, Vin Diesel is best when he sticks to the driving. Also discussed is "Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3," which Marie enjoyed more than Mike did. They do agree, though, that the various critters are well-voiced by the likes of Bradley Cooper, Chris Pratt and, yes, Vin Diesel.