Cinema Fix

Monica might be away at SXSW, but never fear! We've still got an episode for you. The wonderful Corey Atad drops by to debate the merits of Sam Raimi's pseudo-prequel to The Wizard of Oz. How does it compare to the original? Are its flaws merely the result of poor casting? Are the gender politics sexist? And just how great is China Girl, anyway? Tune in to find out. SHOW NOTES: 0:22 - Intro and clip 3:18 - General spoiler-free thoughts 13:34 - Beginning of spoiler section; Oz as both literal place and extension of protagonist's psyche 18:13 - The romance and whether the gender politics are sexist 24:24 - The third act as celebration of cinema 26:12 - Lack of earnestness, a darker tone 34:25 - The legal stuff 37:52 - References to technologically innovative films 39:05 - Raimi's touch 42:29 - Show close DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com. Thanks for listening!