Episode description

We are raising money to produce a short film!! Please check it out here and consider throwing some support our way. Every little bit helps. If you like the podcast, we really think you'll like the film. Thanks :)

This week we are joined by Irene in the first half of the episode (she had to dip after the break) and we tell you more about our movie. We also discuss Memoria, which we all saw together, Alfonso Cuarón for some reason, Elvis, Benediction, and the intriguing nature of this summer's box office so far.

Movies mentioned (* indicates possible spoilers):

• Clue, Beatriz at Dinner, Babette’s Feast, The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie, August: Osage County, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Invitation (2015), The Invitation (2022), Diner (1982), Feast, Flux Gourmet, The Menu, Phantom Thread
• Memoria*, Parallel Mothers*, Arrival, Lost In Translation
• Roma, Y Tu Mamá También, Gravity, The Lost City (2022)
• Elvis*, Moulin Rouge, Romeo + Juliet, The Great Gatsby, Strictly Ballroom, Top Gun: Maverick, Lightyear, Vox Lux*, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Thor: Love & Thunder, Thor: Ragnarok, Nope
• Benediction*, The Long Day Closes, A Quiet Passion, Pride & Prejudice, The Boys in the Band, The Deep Blue Sea, Of Time and the City
• Bernie, Wet Hot American Summer
• Good Luck to You, Leo Grande*

The Smartest People in the Room is hosted by Rachel Casey and Maddie Weiner. It is edited by Maddie Weiner. Original theme and interstitial music is by Scott Boice - follow him on Instagram @sc00gle and find more of his work on Bandcamp.