106 - Coma / Mikey & Nicky / Piranha
Added 2022-09-27 07:00:00 +0000 UTCTake a trip to Boston Memorial Hospital for Michael Crichton’s Coma! People are falling into comas after routine procedures, and it’s up to one doctor to uncover the mystery. Roger & Quentin discuss the main character overcoming chauvinistic expectations, and go in-depth on Crichton’s talents as a writer and director.
Next, travel to the streets of Philly for Elaine May’s Mikey & Nicky. A small-time bookie has stolen mob money and is in hiding; the only person he can depend on is his childhood friend. A tale with a supreme split and reversal, Roger & Quentin unravel the mystery of why Elaine May chose to make this film. Lastly, we’ll travel down the river with Joe Dante’s Piranha, discussing how big studios diving into the exploitation market affected that genre, and the unique balance between comedy and humanity that Dante brings to a movie.
Comments
The diverting the train headed toward 5 people to hit one is the same as taking 5 organs out of the guy in the waiting room to save 5 patients, decent story, quick plausible motivation. It's crazy Crichton just glazed over any explanation. All with Quentin
fhemo
2024-12-23 07:56:57 +0000 UTC
