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Podcast: Swords and Satire
Episode: Episode 39 - The Last Airbender
Description: This week the Satirists discuss the merits of live action remakes of animated classics in their analysis of The Last Airbender, and question the sanity of those who would attempt it, even as they acknowledge that to every film there will be fans. They also highlight the importance of character autonomy in storytelling and diverse representation in media, and remind themselves and their listeners that we can never underestimate the kind of malignant stupidity that misunderstanding and unquestioned indoctrination can cause. Listen in to hear the Satirists talk about the importance of fantasy in our lives, and how it...