'The Age of Adaline' with Katey Rich
Summary
Hosts Mike Ryan and Keith Phipps welcome guest Katie Rich to discuss Harrison Ford’s performance in the 2015 film *The Age of Adeline*. They analyze Ford’s compelling chemistry with Blake Lively, contrasting it with his weaker roles from that era, and debate the movie’s whimsical tone and immortality themes. The episode also touches on casting trivia, the young Ford lookalike, and the film’s place in mid-2010s cinema.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Harrison Ford's 2015 filmography
Age of Adeline plot summary and themes
Philosophical discussion on immortality and death
Adeline's backstory and relationship with Harrison Ford
Critique of Blake Lively and Ellen Burstyn's performances
Anthony Ingruber's de-aged Harrison Ford performance
Plot holes and the coincidence of Ellis's family
Comparison to The Martian and Chinese market tactics
Final thoughts on the movie's tone and dog subplot
Casting history and Amanda Crew's performance
Defining 'iconic' scenes in Harrison Ford films
Case for Harrison Ford's Oscar nomination
Guest promotion and podcast sign-off
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