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Film critic Simon Abrams from RogerEbert.com joins Andrew and Monica to discuss the original Kick-Ass comics and how the film adaptations compare. Does Millar succeed in making a satirical point? Is the film version of Kick-Ass 2 an improvement in any way? What's up with the class warfare allegory? And is Hit Girl an example of a strong female character? Tune in as they try to find the answers to all these questions and much more. Plus, you'll definitely want to hear what Simon pitches for a prequel in Reboot This!
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\nSHOW NOTES:
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\n0:22 - Intro and clip
\n4:44 - Simon's overall thoughts on the film and comic
\n12:58 - Hit Girl trying to be popular
\n21:30 - Allegory for class warfare
\n29:50 - Cutting things for the big screen; too safe?
\n33:40 - Use of music during action to make a point... or not
\n38:05 - Comparisons with the satire of the first film
\n42:17 - Differences with the comic: Chris' uncle, Kick-Ass' girlfriend
\n46:24 - Hit Girl and depictions of "strong" women
\n53:43 - Reboot This!
\n57:56 - Comic book recommendations and show close
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\nDON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com. Thanks for listening!