
'28 YEARS LATER' Review + INTERVIEW with filmmaker Simon Ennis for 'THE HOBBY: TALES FROM THE TABLETOP'
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This week we dive into the highly anticipated legacy sequel '28 YEARS LATER' from filmmakers Danny Boyle and Alex Garland. We break down what worked, what surprised us, and the world that is being created for this franchise. Plus, we’re joined by filmmaker Simon Ennis for a talk ahead of the release of his new documentary, 'THE HOBBY: TALES FROM THE TABLETOP'. We discuss the passion behind niche obsessions, how AI might affect documentary filmmakers and what drives people to fully embrace the weird little things they love. Enjoy the show!
Time stamps: 00:49 Intro 01:52 Movie and TV news (Will Smith turned down Inception, The Rock/Darren Aronofsky pairing up & more) 18:25 Summer 2025 blockbuster season preview (Superman, Fantastic Four, F1, etc.) 27:41 “28 YEARS LATER” (2025) Review 43:41 INTERVIEW with filmmaker Simon Ennis for 'THE HOBBY: TALES FROM THE TABLETOP' 01:08:35 Watch Recommendations for the Week
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