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Greg Titian & Meredith Ambelang
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  • The Big 3-Oh No! Logan's Run (1976)
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Over population isn't real, 'Soylent Green' (1973)
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 'Severance' the GOAT of TV
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Nothing can prepare you for 'Earth Girls Are Easy' (1988)
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Revenge of the female anti-hero, Baby Face (1933)
    It is both refreshing and enraging to see the great female characters of the pre-code film era. These women were central characters with agency, desires, motives and in this case deadly control over every man she meets. We lost female characters like this for 30+ years and some could argue they were never the same. Baby Face (1933) is a dark movie about an anti-hero who uses her sex appeal to exact revenge on men. This movie was heavily censored even before the code went into effect. In the early 2000's an original copy of the film in its full form was discovered! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Baby Face (1933) 02:59 Exploring the Pre-Code Era and Censorship 06:01 The Role of Women in Pre-Code Cinema 09:02 Character Analysis: Lily Powers and Her Journey 12:02 The Dark Themes of Baby Face 14:59 Censorship and Its Impact on the Film 17:56 The Relationships and Dynamics in Baby Face 20:58 The Ending and Its Implications 24:03 Concluding Thoughts on Baby Face and Its Legacy 34:57 The Power of Manipulation in Film 41:11 Female Empowerment and Revenge 42:47 Cultural Reflections in Historical Cinema 44:13 Critical Reception and Lasting Impact 49:03 Reality vs. Fiction in Modern Storytelling 56:41 The Importance of Narrative Integrity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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When you spend all day in a studio shooting a YouTube series about drinking, things can run off the rails in a hurry, and carefully managing that chaos is vital if you’re going to make a show like How to Drink, and that’s what Greg & Meredith have done for years. Here at Midnight Local we give into that chaos and let the rails be damned. These are the conversations that make you pause the movie because it just can't wait. Things like how the Hays Code destroyed cinema from 1934 - 1968, why David Lindelof should never be able to hold a pen again, and the fact that Joss Whedon doesn't live up to the morality of his own characters and also has tiny teeth. Midnight Local is a place to get weird about movies and shows and the rest and go beyond the who, what and where.

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