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Podcast: Have a Good Movie
Episode: OSCAR SNUBS: The King of Comedy (1982)
Description: It’s been a bit since we had an old-fashioned movie disagreement but this one was a bit polarizing. Likely because this was a real curveball from two of our faves, Scorsese and De Niro. The intensity and emotional weight is there, but it’s wrapped in a truly bizarre, sinister comedy that’s just as haunting as it is funny. This movie became much more important after its release, and it sticks with you over time, but you’ll have to see for yourself if you think it’s worth it or not. Just give us one shot on the air...