Larry goes to Joe Neumaier (710~WOR Movie Minute Host) previewing new movies for this spring
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The episode begins with Larry Mendte introducing Joe Neumeier, the WOR movie minute host, to preview spring movies. Joe starts by noting that this period was traditionally a 'dead area' for films but has seen surprises like 'Project Hail Mary', which made $80 million opening weekend. He highlights 'Beast', where Russell Crowe plays an MMA coach and co-wrote the script, discussing Crowe's career and films like 'Cinderella Man'. Next, Joe talks about a new 'Mummy' reboot directed by the filmmaker behind 'The Invisible Man', referencing past attempts including one with Tom Cruise. He mentions 'Four Kids Walk Into a Bank', a comedy starring Liam Neeson, praising Neeson's humor and comparing him to Leslie Nielsen. The Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' is detailed, directed by Anselm Fuqua and starring Jackson's nephew, covering his life up to 1988. 'Deep Water', an adventure film with Aaron Eckhart and Ben Kingsley, is described as reminiscent of 1970s disaster movies like 'The Poseidon Adventure'. For kids, 'The Sheep Detectives' features Hugh Jackman and Emma Thompson, compared to 'Babe'. The conversation shifts to how box office expectations have changed, with $80 million now considered a major hit due to factors like the pandemic and streaming. They end with 'The Devil Wears Prada 2', reuniting Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, and its cultural impact. The episode wraps with thanks and closing remarks.
