Spider-Noir
Summary
Glenn Weldon, Joelle Monique, and Daisy Rosario review the new Prime Video series *Spider-Noir*, starring Nicolas Cage. The hosts criticize the show for failing to blend superhero tropes with genuine noir atmosphere, calling it a superficial pastiche that lacks stakes and emotional depth. While they praise the black-and-white visuals and Cage’s performance, they ultimately find the series a boring slog that misses the mark.
Topics discussed
Sponsor messages and show introductions
Guest introductions and Spider-Noir premise
Joelle Monique's mixed review: Tone and visuals
Daisy Rosario's negative review: A slog
Glenn Weldon's critique: Noir as affect vs. substance
Discussion on script, pacing, and production value
Character analysis: Brendan Gleeson and female roles
Missing stakes and fear in the narrative
Critique of superficiality and historical inaccuracies
Setting realism, romance, and final verdict
Sign-off, credits, and NPR support appeal
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