OVERINVESTED

with Morgan and Gavia

Episode 183: Holes

October 01, 2020 by Morgan Davies in episodes

This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss the 2003 film adaptation of Louis Sachar's beloved children's classic Holes, starring Shia LaBeouf, Sigourney Weaver, Tim Blake Nelson, and many others. They discuss the novel's cultural impact, Shia LaBeouf's storied life and career, the film's political dimensions, and much more.

Episode 150: HBO's "Watchmen"

December 05, 2019 by Morgan Davies in episodes

This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss Damon Lindelof's new television adaptation of Alan Moore's classic comic series Watchmen, starring Regina King, Jean Smart, and Tim Blake Nelson. They compare it to Lindelof's previous work, analyze its treatment of politics and race, and contemplate its place in the changing television and superhero landscapes.