Season 7 Episode 26: Conan The Barbarian

About this episode

The hosts hilariously dissect the absurdities of 'Conan the Barbarian' in this episode.

In this episode of Cinematic Anarchy, Chris Matt and Rachel dive into the muscle-bound, oiled-up world of "Conan the Barbarian." Join them as they hilariously dissect Arnold Schwarzenegger's beefcake fever dream, where the plot is as thin as Conan's loincloth. From accidental camel punching to questioning how philosophical Conan really is, this episode is a wild ride through 80s cinema absurdity. Tune in for a laugh as they ponder if James Earl Jones was in a different movie altogether and why green soup was the culinary choice for human stew. It's a barbarian bash you won't want to miss! Find our Friends Matt & Rachel at: Strange and Beautiful Book Club

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris Matt, Rachel

Topics covered

• 80s cinema
• film review
• Conan the Barbarian
• comedy
• absurdity
• philosophy

Keywords

• Conan the Barbarian
• Arnold Schwarzenegger
• 80s film
• comedy review
• James Earl Jones
• absurd cinema

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Strange and Beautiful Book Club

Books & works: Conan the Barbarian

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