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Mitchells vs the Machines - Dog, Pig, Loaf of Bread, Podcast!

·1 hr 27 min·5 clips
The hosts debate whether 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines' should have won the Oscar over 'Encanto'.
The episode begins with hosts Jeff, Scott, and Alex introducing 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines', noting its 2021 release on Netflix and its origins as a Sony Pictures film intended for theaters. Alex shares his personal history with the movie, praising its animation and emotional depth. The hosts then delve into their top seven items from the film. Alex highlights the father-daughter conflict, comparing it to a Homer and Lisa Simpsons episode. Scott appreciates the dual animations and fast-paced editing, while Jeff focuses on the fun, energetic tone. They discuss specific elements like the Wi-Fi turning off gag, the Furbies as a cult-like threat, and the robots' humorous side gags. The conversation shifts to the movie's themes, with Scott reflecting on the father-daughter relationship and its handling of sexuality. Alex praises the 2D hand-drawn flair, crediting its inclusion to the success of 'Into the Spider-Verse'. The hosts rate the movie, with Alex and Scott giving it a six and Jeff a five. The episode transitions to a crossover topic where they list their top five reprogrammed robots across media, including Mega Man, K-2SO, Johnny 5, and The Iron Giant. They briefly touch on recent pop culture news, such as Dwayne Wade's new job and the releases of 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer'. The hosts conclude with personal updates on video games and movies they've been consuming.

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A warm Mitchells discussion that turns visual admiration into a loose animated-film awards debate.

Jeff, Scott, and Alex turn The Mitchells vs. the Machines into a brisk, affectionate look at why the movie's animation lands so well. Alex frames it as a Netflix arrival that caught him off guard, and the conversation keeps circling back to the details that made it feel…

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Press play when a Netflix animated movie, Doug the Pug, and an Oscar-history detour sound like the right evening.

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