Midnight Local

Join us as we dive into the quirky world of "The Burbs," the 1989 comedy-horror film starring Tom Hanks. We explore its cult following, the suburban paranoia it humorously critiques, and the memorable performances that make it a timeless classic. Important question, did Tom Hanks break our timeline when he went from comedies to dramas?

00:00 - Introduction

02:15 - Setting the Scene

05:30 - Cult Classic Status

10:45 - Themes and Satire

15:20 - Behind the Scenes

20:00 - Memorable Scenes

25:30 - Tom Hanks' Performance

30:00 - The Ending Debate

35:45 - Trivia and Fun Facts

40:00 - Conclusion

42:00 - Tangents

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Last week, we talked about dystopian overpopulation, so this week we’re diving into dystopian population control with the 1976 cult classic Logan’s Run. This movie is far from perfect, but it offers a lot: stunning set design, an original (if bizarre) plot, and a healthy dose of retro-futuristic quirkiness.

Of course, in the world of Logan’s Run, no one lives past 30—so both Greg and Mere are long dead by now. Luckily, they’ve dodged Carousel just long enough to bring you this episode.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Themes of Logan's Run

02:43 The Society and Its Rules

05:22 The Concept of Renewal and Euthanasia

08:02 The Journey Beyond the Dome

10:51 The Encounter with Box and the Outside World

13:12 Confrontation and Realizations

16:05 The Final Showdown and Its Implications

34:32 Exploring the Dome and Its Implications

35:17 Dystopian Narratives: Soylent Green vs. Logan's Run

37:08 The Quest for Liberation: Breaking Free from the Dome

39:37 The Aftermath: Life Beyond the Dome

42:19 The Book vs. The Film

50:43 Disneyland and Utopian Visions

55:47 The Future of Humanity
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Soylent Green is one of the quintessential Malthusian science fiction films with one of the most memorable endings so we thought it was time to give it a watch. Luckily we did not end up having 40 million people in NYC as of 2022 which is usually how it goes with dystopian theories. We found the movie hard to buy into because of how over the top it is. It has some cool ideas but overall it is not surprising that the movie became more of a punch line than an enduring classic.

00:00 Introduction to Soylent Green

02:51 Cultural Impact and References

05:29 Dystopian Themes and Societal Commentary

08:25 Character Analysis and Relationships

11:09 Malthusian Dystopia and Overpopulation

13:52 Critique of the Film's Logic

16:54 The Role of Food and Consumption

19:40 The Ending and Its Implications

34:46 Soylent Green: A Dark Revelation

38:55 Relationships in a Dystopian World

40:11 Charlton Heston's Performance and Legacy

45:53 Women and Their Roles in Society

54:37 The Consequences of Overpopulation

59:20 Edward G. Robinson's Last Performance

01:03:28 Malthusianism and Its Flaws

01:06:48 Fear and Cultural Narratives

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SPOILER ALERT! We LOVE the TV show Severance so much that it has come up in three of our recent episodes! So, even though it is a little different from what we usually cover on Midnight Local, we decided to dedicate an episode to the show. We talk about how horrific we think it would be to be outside of your consciousness for most of the day, the mythology of Lumen and get into our theories of where the show could be going. Is Ricken a goat? Is everyone in Kier Severed? Is it Helena or Helly R. in the finally scene? We hope there isn't a three year wait to find out.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Severance and Spoilers

02:57 Apple TV's Sci-Fi Offerings

06:00 The Premise of Severance

09:04 The Concept of Severance and Its Implications

14:58 The Mythology of Lumen and Its Lore

24:04 Theories and Speculations on Severance

27:00 Personal Reflections on Control

34:44 Navigating Pain and Discomfort

37:43 Medical Procedures and Personal Experiences

41:28 More theories on Severance

49:01 Character Dynamics and Emotional Connections

54:31 Expectations and Season Comparisons

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We have been teasing an upcoming episode about 'Earth Girls Are Easy' (1988) for a long time and it's finally here! This movie is a wild ride. From its star filled cast, 80s defining musical numbers and cartoonish special effects it begs you to just sit back and enjoy without overthinking. We still managed to get on the topic of free speech later in the episode, but that is just how we do things on Midnight Local. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:57 Life Updates and Movie Discussions

06:14 The Creative Process in Film and Editing

08:57 Exploring Earth Girls Are Easy

11:53 Character Dynamics and Plot Overview

14:58 Cultural References and Nostalgia

17:59 The Nature of Relationships and Cheating

24:56 The Arrival of the Aliens

26:41 Makeovers

32:43 Theatrical Reflections and Broadway Opinions

36:03 Romantic Entanglements

39:45 The Conclusion and Alien Departure

46:55 Comedy and Free Speech

54:51 Pop Culture Reflections

59:59 Future Plans: Live Watches and Upcoming Discussions

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