20 - 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' and 'I Saw the TV Glow' with Karsten Runquist

Filmmaker and YouTube critic Karsten Runquist joins the SchmearCast to dissect the ‘Planet of the Apes’ franchise (7:19). They discuss what makes it successful before diving into the brand new release, ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.' (26:49)

After that, Karsten and Schmear dive into the enigmatic and fascinating new A24 film ‘I Saw the TV Glow,’ Jane Schoenbrun’s sophomore feature following ‘We’re All Going to the World’s Fair.” (43:29) They debate the movie before sharing their favorite films from the very compelling and niche genre of techno-horror. (1:04:59)

The episode wraps with a short preview of their most anticipated films of the 77th Cannes International Film Festival. (1:11:05)

Host: Gabriel Frieberg

Guest: Karsten Runquist

Producer: Pavlo Melnyk

Music: Justin Friedman

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