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Two dystopian futures buried in dust, where our heroes have to choose between what they want and what everyone needs — it’s Interstellar vs. Idiocracy.
One is a three-hour space epic where love transcends dimensions; the other is a 2006 comedy where the president is a former SmackDown champion. Emily argues the two share a thesis: the world doesn't end with a bang, it ends if we stop caring about our community.
Tune in for a breakdown of what makes Murph such a singular sci-fi hero, why Luke Wilson looks like a good listener, and all the similarities the present-day United States of America shares with Idiocracy. Unfortunately, President Camacho is a more capable leader than our real president.
Flesh and Blood: The Royal Tenenbaums vs The Killing of a Sacred Deer
Two movies about dysfunctional families exploring the possibility of redemption — it’s The Royal Tenenbaums vs The Killing of a Sacred Deer.
Love is All Around: Love Actually vs The Family Stone
Two sappy modern Christmas movies that explore relationships of all types and following your heart — it's Love Actually vs The Family Stone.