S5 EP:4V – GUNS DON’T KILL PEOPLE, BAD ACTORS DO

The guys (Kareem, Ken, Pat) are joined by guest BMO Jr. to wrap up their review of Romeo Must Die. Tangents include the foreign actor scale, slimy NFL-middle man brokers, property devaluation vs. gentrification, prepaid Romeo and Juliet scripts, and more.

Show Notes

Episode Overview: In this episode, Kareem, Ken, Pat, and special guest Bruce Molock Jr. embark on a wild, laughter-filled journey as they attempt to discuss Delroy Lindo’s captivating performance in Romeo Must Die.

But true to the show’s name, the conversation veers off-course in the best possible way. From actor ratings to real estate tangents, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and surprises.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

Delroy Lindo Appreciation Station
A deep dive into Delroy Lindo’s magnetic on-screen presence in Romeo Must Die.
-The hosts share their favorite moments and why Lindo’s performance anchors the film.
The Foreign Actor Scale Debate
-What exactly qualifies someone to rise—or fall—on the foreign actor scale?
-A comically inconclusive discussion that somehow ropes in Jet Li, Gérard Depardieu, and Jackie Chan.
Slimy NFL Middlemen: A Necessary Evil?
-Bruce shares a hilarious anecdote that exposes the absurdity of shady NFL middleman brokers.
-The group speculates on how these characters might function in a Romeo Must Die-style plot twist.
Property Devaluation vs. Gentrification: A Tangential Spiral
-Kareem sparks a lively debate on real estate economics and its portrayal in the media.
-The team hilariously imagines how Romeo Must Die would look if set amidst gentrification wars.
Prepaid Romeo and Juliet Scripts—A Genius Business Idea?
-The group brainstorms prepaid tragedy scripts for modern-day star-crossed lovers.

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EP.119 – Don't Trust Billionaires – A Review of James Gunn's Superman pt.3 – Tangential Giants Podcast

The Tangential Giants return for their third strike at reviewing the three-quarter mark of James Gunn’s Superman, and somehow, the chaos only gets more refined with age. Kareem, Ken, Pat, and guest Tim settle in to talk about the movie, but as always, tangents emerge like uninvited cousins who still somehow run the show.This time, the crew dives into how the fictional citizens of Metropolis and the very real citizens of the United States share a troubling weakness for any rich guy with a shiny suit and a PR team. From there, they spiral into a celebration of Guy Gardner’s comedic menace as Green Lantern, because apparently the universe needed a man who is equal parts hero and walking HR violation.Naturally, the group also questions the logistics of a pocket universe prison. Is it science, magic, or just James Gunn saying, " Trust me and hoping no one asks follow-up questions? The Giants ask them anyway. And that is only scratching the surface of the detours they take while trying to talk about Superman’s journey.If you enjoy passionate nonsense, comic book philosophy, and four grown adults trying to make sense of a movie that refuses to stay on the rails, this episode is your comfort food. Settle in and enjoy another round of heroic chaos.#tangentialgiants #superman #jamesgunn #dcu #dcuniverse #supermanmovie #dccomics #comicbookmovies #nerdpodcast #superherotalk #moviebreakdown #GuyGardner #greenlantern #metropolis #PocketUniverse #popculturepodcast #dcfans #supermananalysis #moviediscussions