About this episode
The hosts discuss the film 'Driven' and its reception, exploring themes of race car culture and Stallone's career.
Alrighty, loyal listeners! After the high-seas chaos of Cabin Boy, we’re trading waves for wheels and hitting the scorching asphalt. This week, Ben, Chris, and Kevin dive into a high-octane F1 racing drama starring Sylvester Stallone as part of our new “Misunderstood” film series. Directed by Renny Harlin and co-written by Stallone himself, this episode shifts into gear with conversations about race car culture, Stallone’s career highs and lows, and the cloud of negativity that’s followed this film since its release. But is that criticism justified—or has this movie been unfairly left in the dust? Is it a misfire, or an underrated gem worth revisiting? Buckle up and tune in to find out! Next up is a similar type of film starring a pod favorite, and it's with a guest from down undahh! Please rate us a 5/5 on Apple, Spotify, or Podbean, and review us on Apple. Our episode catalogue: https://searchersfilmpodcast.podbean.com/
People in this episode
Hosts: Ben, Chris, Kevin
Topics covered
- F1 racing
- film criticism
- Sylvester Stallone
- race car culture
- misunderstood films
Keywords
- Driven
- F1 racing
- Sylvester Stallone
- film criticism
- misunderstood films
- Renny Harlin
- race car culture
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Renny Harlin
Books & works: Driven, Cabin Boy
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