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Back to the Future Review: Meeting Your Parents, Developing Characters, and Knights in Shining Armor
Maverick, and his co-hosts Avalon and Andrew review the 1985 release of Back to the Future.
The hosts discuss the introduction of the film and the character of Marty McFly. They explore the flaws and relatability of Marty, noting his hot-headedness and fear of failure. They also discuss the mirroring of Marty and his father, George McFly, in terms of their character arcs and motivations. The hosts have differing opinions on the depth and relatability of Marty as a character. They also briefly touch on the introduction of the conflict and the relationship between Marty and Doc Brown. Marty McFly's character arc revolves around his efforts to save his parents' relationship and ensure his own existence. He is under pressure to fix the past while also trying to navigate his own feelings and desires.
Throughout the movie, Marty's perception of his parents changes, and he becomes more empathetic towards them. His transformation is compelling, although some aspects of his character may be seen as stock. Marty's flaws and internal dialogue add depth to his character, and his determination to be different from his father drives his actions.
Back to the Future is a nostalgic and impactful film that has had a lasting legacy. It set a standard for time travel stories and continues to be relatable and enjoyable today. The film explores themes of family, identity, and the fear of failure. The plot is well-paced and keeps the audience engaged. Overall, Back to the Future is a classic film that has stood the test of time.
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Highlights:
0:00 'Back to the Future' Introduction
4:39 Initial Impressions and Ratings
6:39 The Introduction of the Film and Marty McFly
16:19 Maverick's Attacks Marty's Character Arc
23:05 Themes of Time Travel
26:00 Marty's Efforts to Save His Parents' Relationship
34:13 Andrew Defends Marty's Character Arc
59:46 Does Lorraine Have a Character Arc?
1:07:33 George McFly's Character Growth
1:13:34 Doctor Emmett Brown
1:19:23 Time, Marty, or Biff: Who's the Enemy?
1:25:19 The Lasting Impact of Back to the Future
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Show Notes:
9 Points Rating System: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/
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