Christian Bale's first movie was weird and wonderful and awful and soviet

In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the obscure movie 'Mio in the Land of Far Away.' They reminisce about their childhood memories of the film and its strange and unique qualities. They explore the origins of the movie, its production process, and the notable actors involved. Despite acknowledging that the movie is objectively bad, they find joy in its nostalgic value and the bizarre elements it presents. The conversation touches on other fantasy films from the 80s and the challenges of working in the entertainment industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to 'Midnight Local' and the Movie

02:06 Nostalgic Memories and Shared Experience

03:05 Origins and Distribution of the Movie

04:58 Comparing 'Mio in the Land of Far Away' to Other Fantasy Films

08:23 Discussion on Work Ethic and Grind Culture

09:22 Exploring the Cast and Production Challenges

11:08 Connection to 'Pippi Longstocking' and Swedish Literature

14:45 Dubbing and Editing Issues in the Movie

18:27 Appreciation for the Weirdness and Nostalgic Value

20:09 Parallels to 'Harry Potter' and the Hero's Journey

22:07 Personal Anecdotes and Connection to the Movie

25:30 Discussion on Swedish Heritage and Cultural References

27:53 Reflection on the Movie's Quality and Exposition

30:57 Comparisons to Other Fantasy Films and Director's Cut

34:12 Discussion on Little People in Hollywood

37:59 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices