EP164 - Mercury Rising

Get ready for an action-packed, thought-provoking, and at times, contentious episode as the brothers tackle the 1998 thriller "Mercury Rising," starring the indomitable Bruce Willis!In this explosive film, Willis takes on the role of a fiercely libertarian and patriotic character—a running theme in many of his '90s movies. He's a man who doesn't place much trust in government institutions, but there's a twist: he's part of the FBI. It's a contradiction that sparks intrigue, particularly because Milenko finds themself deeply uncomfortable with the portrayal of an autistic child, played brilliantly by Miko Hughes.The plot is a rollercoaster of political intrigue and heart-pounding action. Bruce's character is haunted by a traumatic incident from his past, where a child he had grown close to during an undercover mission to combat extreme white nationalist violence was shot. The guilt and powerlessness he feels are palpable.Fast forward to the present, and Bruce stumbles upon a sinister plot to murder the savant child, portrayed by Miko Hughes, who possesses an extraordinary talent for solving puzzles. He deciphers a hidden message in a seemingly ordinary puzzle book, leading to a nerve-wracking hotline call. This sets off a chain reaction that leaves two NSA nerds in a tizzy and their boss, played by Alec Baldwin, ordering the unthinkable—a hit on the child's entire family, staged as a murder-suicide.But the kid escapes, and Bruce becomes his guardian, unable to trust anyone, not even his own agency. The movie is, in a word, outrageous. It's a wild ride of suspense, absurdity, and unexpected twists that keeps the audience guessing at every turn.Within this episode, the brothers embark on a truly intriguing conversation, navigating the complex terrain of "Mercury Rising," dissecting its portrayal of autism, its political themes, and its overall absurdity. It's a discussion that promises to be as engaging as the movie itself, and you won't want to miss it! Stay tuned and get thirsty for more!




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