Is Bringing Up Baby a Romantic Comedy That Is Still Better Than Most Today? Movie Review

11/01/2024 13 min Temporada 1 Episodio 26

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Episode Synopsis

Step into the intriguing clash of cinematic tastes as Shane, armed with a millennial viewpoint, takes on the classic film "Bringing Up Baby" at the urging of Fred, a boomer who thought Shane's love for romcoms would make him appreciate this timeless piece. However, the intergenerational discord becomes palpable as Shane meticulously dissects the movie's drawbacks, citing everything from the disarrayed audio, with characters talking over each other, to the persistent cacophony of barking dogs. Shane isn't shy about asserting that the film's lengthy runtime is a mismatch for the shorter attention spans of today's audiences.

On the opposing front, Fred staunchly defends "Bringing Up Baby" as the inaugural romcom, celebrating Katherine Hepburn as the epitome of timeless beauty. Firm in his belief that this film should secure an indelible place in cinematic history, Fred's admiration clashes head-on with Shane's critique. Join this lively discussion as two generations grapple with differing perspectives on a movie that has been revered by some but now faces scrutiny through the discerning lens of a millennial viewer. Will "Bringing Up Baby" maintain its classic allure, or does it falter in the face of contemporary scrutiny? Tune in to witness the clash of cinematic ideologies unfold!

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