Why You Liked ... M3GAN 2.0

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Roll for Narrative: The Scene and Unseen Show

Richard Parry

83 episodes

18 hours ago

Welcome to Scene & Unseen, a storytelling deep-dive from Roll for Narrative. I explore the narrative magic behind movies, games, and the occasional book. Great legends don’t care what format they’re in, and neither do I. From overlooked characters to the ideas that shape entire worlds, I break down the heart of each story. Whether you’re here for heroes, sacrifice, or the power of community, this is where the tale truly begins.

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Why You Liked ... M3GAN 2.0

Roll for Narrative: The Scene and Unseen Show

19 minutes 43 seconds

4 months ago

Why You Liked ... M3GAN 2.0

S04E01: Step into an alternate timeline with me, one where a movie as fun and clever as M3GAN 2.0 gets the love it truly deserves. In this deep dive, I'm unpacking why this sequel is not only superior to the original but is a criminally underappreciated action-comedy that brilliantly skewers our anxieties about generative AI, corporate greed, and the sluggish pace of tech regulation.

M3GAN 2.0 is the self-aware, synth-pop-infused fun machine that understands the cultural legacy of its robot ancestors, from KITT in Knight Rider to the charming Johnny 5. I'll explore how the film uses its "bubblegum charm" as the perfect delivery system for sharp societal critiques, making heavy topics an easier lift while you're busy laughing at a robot dance-off. This isn't just another killer doll movie; it's a commentary on found family, the importance of making "safe mistakes," and a warning that the real villains are often the humans holding the leash.

Join me as I analyse the sublime performances from Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, a delightfully sleazy Jemaine Clement, and the terrifyingly terrific Ivanna Sakhno. I'll also touch on the film's few "BIOS upgrade failures" and discuss whether calling it a sequel was its biggest misstep.

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