Little Italy (Re-Release)
Summary
Hosts Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas revisit their classic episode reviewing the 2018 Canadian romantic comedy *Little Italy*. They critique the film’s absurd premise, where characters in Toronto adopt exaggerated 1940s New York Italian stereotypes despite the modern setting. The trio mocks the terrible jet-black hair dye on Hayden Christensen, the illogical plot involving a pizza app, and the complete lack of Canadian cultural identity.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Mint Mobile and Thumbtack
Introduction: Re-release of Little Italy
How to Disagree: Initial Reactions
Setting the Scene: Canadian Little Italy
The Jet Black Hair Dye Disaster
Stereotypes and Lack of Canadian Identity
Anachronisms: Pizza Apps and Podcasts
Pizza Controversies and 80s Nostalgia
Sponsors: Angie's List and AdoptUSKids
Plot Points: Pizza Oven and Outdoor Lamps
Character Analysis: Soccer Skills and Relationships
Funny Moments: Moron Sandwich and Rain Scene
Offensive Stereotypes: Indian Characters
The Pizza Feud and Romeo & Juliet Parallels
Luigi's Accent and Gay Reveal
Sponsors: Angie's List and AdoptUSKids
The Wedding Ending and Gag Reel
Production Details and Weed Reaction Scene
Romantic Subplots and Starbucks Cameo
Audience Reviews and Final Verdict
Outro: Promoting The Long Dumb Road and Elle
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