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Podcast: Midnight Local
Episode: Is Funny Hanks > Serious Hanks?, "The Burbs" (1989)
Description: 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...