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The Merriness Spectrum

Sep 03, 2022
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Episode description

     This week- a film about people who suffer from a laughing compulsion and a film about people who have never felt joy, except in stolen fleeting moments.

     Richard, the Norman King of England, is taken captive and held for ransom on his trip home from crusading. His brother, Prince John, takes the opportunity to name himself regent and make a play for the kingdom. A Saxon noble decides to stand against the regent and his tyrannical rule by stealing from the rich and giving to the poor. Close to 100 years later and still one of the best tellings of... The Adventures of Robin Hood.

     In 1856, New York state at the northern end of the Catskills, there is a small isolated farm run by Dyer and Abigail. They are both devastated with the recent loss of their daughter. As the gap between them grows ever wider and more lonely in their marriage based solely on practicality, another childless couple take residence at the farm next door. Soon Abigail befriends new neighbor, Tallie, and their relationship takes a turn Abigail never expected. Beautiful production design, strong performances, and assured direction give the pair a glimpse at The World to Come.

     All that and Dave sees sequels, Tyler seeks the third Kingdom, Kevin prepares to binge, and Craig revisits old friends. Join us, won't you?

Episode 273- The Merriness Spectrum


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