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The hosts recommend lesser-known movies such as Anthropoid — a tense WWII assassination thriller featuring Murphy and Toby Jones — and The Hunt (2012), praised for its intense performances and social commentary. They lament missed opportunities for remakes of beloved movies like Die Hard or Jaws, warning against forgettable cash grabs that exploit nostalgia.
The State of Iconic Franchises and Franchise Challenges
A recurring theme is the difficulty of creating alien vs. predator movies that truly resonate. They argue that success hinges on understanding the human element: how people cope with cosmic threats in Alien or combat advanced predators in Predator. Without this focus, such films risk becoming gimmicks or spectacle, lacking depth or emotional heft.