https://www.youtube.com/@needssomeintroduction mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com Victor and Sona discuss the liminal space within the liminal space of this show as we descend another floor. How deep does this go? How many different innies can one mind sustain? We may be starting to learn. (00:00) Introduction News and Updates. (07:30) Episode …

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https://www.youtube.com/@needssomeintroduction7845 mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com Victor gets to speak to a wife Indian woman, again, in the form of Sona. They discuss the latest episode of The White Lotus. Who is the cameo on that late phone call. The Ratcliff family is about to get a comeuppance. We still are not enthused about the sexual…

https://www.youtube.com/@needssomeintroduction7845 mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' the hosts dissect Season 2, Episode 6 of 'Severance' titled 'Attila.' They discuss pivotal scenes including Mark's disorienting reintegration experiences, Helena and Mark's unexpected encounter and their complex che…

https://www.youtube.com/@needssomeintroduction7845 mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com Victor and Darren break down the latest episode of Paradise. There are only 2 episodes to go and the plot continues to accelerate. Presley should have turned down that ice cream date. Robinson has all the guns and I worry that Xavier has probably never seen Ai…

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mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/@needssomeintroduction7845 In this episode of Need Some Introduction, host Victor and Darren discuss 'In the Palace of Crowned Kings,' the fifth episode of Hulu’s series Paradise. As they delve into the episode, they explore toxic family dynamics among the three generations of the Bradf…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/needsintro/ Victor and Sona discuss seal meat, the unexpected downsides of chronic masturbation and whether it is ever a good idea to go on a team retreat. Then again, these decisions are made for you when you are an innie. We break down the fourth episode of the second season of 'Severa…

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mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' hosts Sona and Victor dive deep into Severance's second episode of the second season titled 'Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig.' They breakdown key scenes, character motivations, and speculate on future plot developments. From Heli's fascination with her innie's life to the myst…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com Everyone gets overtaken by events, none moreso than Martian. In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction', Victor and Sona delve into the season finale of 'The Agency' titled 'Overtaken by Events.' They discuss key plot points, character developments, and thematic elements of the episode, including Danny's jour…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ Today after discussing some listener feedback we are just discussing the latest episode of 'The Agency'. With only one episode to go the plot is thick and it seems like sink of swim for all our characters.De către Needs Some Introduction

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ In this episode of Need Some Introduction, hosts Victor and Sona delve into the season 2 premiere of Severance titled 'Hello, Ms. Cobell.' They discuss key moments, character dynamics, and overarching theories about the show's plot. The hosts consider the possible implication…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ In this episode of Need Some Introduction, the host counts down their favorite TV series of the year, delayed due to the writer's strike. The episode includes highlights, notable blind spots, and honorable mentions. Notable TV series discussed include Abbott Elementary, Hacks…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ In this episode of 'Needs Some Introduction,' the hosts analyze the eighth episode of 'The Agency,' titled 'The Truth Shall Set You Free.' They delve into key themes such as truth and deception, both in personal relationships and geopolitical maneuverings. The discussion cove…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ In this episode of 'Needs Some Introduction,' host Victor revisits the first season of the TV show 'Severance.' Victor provides an in-depth analysis of the season, offering general impressions, reviews, and theories. He explores character name symbolism, potential clues for s…

In this episode of 'Needs Some Introduction,' the hosts discuss the intricacies of the seventh episode of 'The Agency' titled 'Hard Landing.' They delve into the deceptive games between CIA agent Martian and his dual life involving his daughter Poppy and romantic interest, Samia. The episode further explores themes of manipulation, professional ver…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction', hosts Sona and I discuss the sixth episode of 'The Agency' on Showtime/Paramount Plus, titled 'Spy for Sale'. We discuss our holidays then segue into the main topic of the suspenseful episode of 'The Agency', where Martian navigates a web of espionage, dealing with …

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com If you prefer to stay unspoiled on season 2, skip ahead to (15:00) Merry Christmas from AppleTV. Apple has provides us with the first 8 minutes of Severance season 2 just about a week after the thrilling trailer arrived, last week. Something old and something new as I also republished first conversation that S…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com We made it to the half way mark of the season. Sona and I are both very much on board with the episode. We have many misgivings as to whether any of these agents are actually good at their jobs. Maybe that's the point, though. Most everyone is sleeping with with the most convenient (and almost certainly the wo…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Needs Some Introduction,' the hosts Darren and Victor delve into the season finale, the 10th episode of the Sky Peacock co-production, 'The Day of the Jackal.' They discuss the action-packed sequences, character motivations, and potential oversights in the plotting. Additionally, Victor off…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' the hosts discuss the events of episode 4 of Showtime's series 'The Agency.' They delve into character dynamics, including Martian's (Michael Fassbender) complex relationship with Samia and Daniela's mission. The episode also covers geopolitical intrigue involving S…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' host Victor and guest Darren discuss the latest episode of 'The Day of the Jackal,' covering the thrilling yet flawed assassination scene. They also touch on character dynamics, the surge in spy series, and other TV show recommendations like 'Black Doves' and 'The A…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com We take a lift to the flat, this week as we delve into the third episode of the new Showtime/Paramount+ spy series, 'The Agency,' titled 'Hawk from a Handsaw.' Discussing various plot elements and character interactions, we touch on the episode's Shakespearean reference and its implications. We also review sta…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Needs Some Introduction,' the hosts delve into the eighth episode of the Peacock original series, 'The Day of the Jackal.' The discussion covers the origins and motivations of Alexander Duggan, also known as the Jackal, through flashbacks from his time in Afghanistan. The show notes talk ab…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' the hosts delve into the first two episodes of 'The Agency,' a dense and intricately plotted spy thriller series available on Showtime and Paramount Plus. They discuss the complex character dynamics, with a focus on Martian (Michael Fassbender) and his strained yet …

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this packed episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' the host wishes listeners a Happy Thanksgiving and breaks down episode seven of 'The Day of the Jackal,' featuring co-host Darren. The discussion covers major plot points, including Jackal's interactions with various characters and a suspenseful assassination…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction', the host initially plans to review 'Based on a True Story' but shifts to discussing Mike Schur's new comedy series 'A Man on the Inside' starring Ted Danson. The conversation covers the show's heartwarming themes, its exploration of aging and personal connections, a…

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mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of Need Some Introduction, hosts delve deeply into the finale of the Apple TV plus mini-series 'Disclaimer', adapted from a novel and explore significant differences between the book and the series. They discuss the unsettling divergence seen in the final episode, particularly the harrowing det…

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mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 2024 Horror Ranked Noteworthy Films of 2024 In this episode, host Victor introduces a jam-packed lineup of reviews and recommendations. While a detailed breakdown of Apple TV Plus's 'Disclaimer' is deferred to the next episode due to Halloween activities, Victor still touches briefly on the series without spoi…

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https://letterboxd.com/needsintro/ mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' host Victor delves into a critical examination of recent streaming releases, focusing on films like HBO's 'Salem's Lot' and Netflix's 'It's What's Inside.' Victor highlights the unexpected success of 'It's What's Inside' on Netflix…

mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com https://letterboxd.com/needsintro/ In this episode of Need Some Introduction, I provide an in-depth review and commentary on Joker Folly Adieu, the sequel to the 2019 hit film, Joker, which grossed $1.1 billion and won Joaquin Phoenix an Academy Award for Best Actor. The host expresses skepticism about the seq…

https://letterboxd.com/needsintro/ mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction', host Victor dives into the latest Blumhouse thriller, 'Speak No Evil', a remake of a Danish film. Victor provides an in-depth comparison between the original and its American adaptation, dissecting themes and narrative choices whil…

In this episode of Needs Some Introduction, hosts Sona and Victor discuss the Netflix series 'The Perfect Couple.' They delve into their impressions of the show, its plot inconsistencies, and the bizarre tonal shifts throughout the series. The conversation covers character arcs, major plot points, and the highly unexpected and eventful finale. Addi…

In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' host Victor returns after a busy hiatus to delve into the review of the new movie 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' and provides a comprehensive retrospective of Tim Burton's illustrious career. Victor discusses Burton's early work including 'Pee Wee's Big Adventure' and 'Beetlejuice,' his mainstream break with…

In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' I review the new film 'Alien Romulus' with a spoiler-free critique, analyses its place within the larger Alien franchise, and discusses its thematic elements, visual style, and directorial choices. The episode also delves into the future of sci-fi franchises, exploring the sustainability of long-form sto…

In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' the host delivers a thorough review of M. Night Shyamalan's latest film 'Trap,' featuring spoiler-free insights and a detailed plot analysis with spoilers. The discussion expands to an engaging conversation on Shyamalan’s filmography post-'The Sixth Sense,' examining his recent films like 'The Visit,' 'S…

https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of Need Some Introduction, host Victor reviews the much-anticipated Deadpool and Wolverine movie with a blend of spoiler-free insights and detailed spoilers. He explores the extensive history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), offering mini-reviews of sev…

https://letterboxd.com/NeedsIntro/ mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com In this episode of Needs Some Introduction, the hosts delve into the final episode of 'Presumed Innocent,' the Apple TV Plus adaptation starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Tensions rise as they discuss the pivotal episode entitled 'The Verdict.' Key topics include the revelation of the…