Paradise on Hulu Ep. 5 Review: Cal's Final Days & Invincible S3 Eps 1-3 Kickoff!

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In this episode of Scene N Nerd, your favorite hosts Sarah Belmont and Will Polk take you on a ride through heartfelt reflections and pop culture chit-chat. Before talking about Paradise on Hulu and Invincible, they kick things off by shining a light on another Black History Month entertainment moment, with Will dropping some knowledge about the 1940 gem "Son of Ingagi," the first feature-length sci-fi/horror film featuring an all-Black cast. (0:00)

As we gear up for Valentine’s Day, our dynamic duo shifts gears to share their mixed bag of feelings about the Super Bowl. They dive into the trailers that popped up during the big game, like "Mission Impossible" and "Thunderbolts*." Get ready for some spicy takes on how these trailers shape our fan experiences! Plus some quick thoughts on Kendrick Lamarr's performance. (2:35)

Then, it’s time to get deep as they dissect the latest episode of "Paradise," titled "In the Places of Crowded Kings." Sarah and Will break down character dynamics, focusing on Cal’s emotional rollercoaster and the heavy themes of father-son relationships. They dig into the episode’s exploration of agency, memory, and the haunting vibes of Byron’s poem, "Darkness," which ties everything together in a beautifully tragic way. (8:40)

To wrap things up, our hosts jump into a lightning round discussion of the first three episodes of "Invincible" Season 3. They highlight character growth, the moral dilemmas Mark and Oliver face, and the clever storytelling that balances humor with some seriously darker themes. Buckle up! (41:15)

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Son of Ingagi (1940): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_gGnPqyxp4