Batman & Robin (1997)
Summary
Hosts Slim, Danny Haas, and Proto discuss Joel Schumacher’s *Batman & Robin*, debating its campy tone, George Clooney’s miscast performance, and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s standout turn as Mr. Freeze. They also touch on the film’s toy-driven production, Uma Thurman’s Poison Ivy, and the absurdity of the Alfred subplot. The episode includes a Patreon giveaway announcement and a brief mention of the *Avengers: Endgame* re-release.
Topics discussed
Intro and 1997 theme announcement
Avengers Endgame re-release and ticket buying
AMC A-List giveaway winner announcement
Batman & Robin overview and plot summary
Nostalgia and childhood memories of Batman films
Toyetic influence and production behind the scenes
Debate on George Clooney's Batman performance
Arnold Schwarzenegger's Mr. Freeze performance
Alfred's McGregor's syndrome and Batgirl suit
Uma Thurman as Poison Ivy and character dynamics
Action sequences, CGI, and campy tone
Humorous moments and production trivia
Costume critiques and Chris O'Donnell anecdotes
Miscellaneous observations and plot holes
Final ratings and listener shoutouts
Listener mail: Starship Troopers and Uma Thurman
Patreon perks and upcoming movie interviews
Hosts' recent movie watching and Hitchcock
Reviews of Death to Smoochie and Joe Dante film
UFO October lineup and outro
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