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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Beckett. They dive into the film’s thin characters, poor performances, and 70s action thriller tropes. They also share some wild speculation in an attempt to add some much-needed meaning to the film.

What did you think of Beckett? How does this compare with other films in the genre?

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What did you think of Beckett? How does this compare with other films in the genre?

Ep. 159 - Beckett (2021)

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