S5 Ep16: Mega Time Squad (2018)

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Welcome back, Chrononauts! Join Desmond and Scott as they dive into the chaotic world of "Mega Time Squad" from 2018. This 86-minute New Zealand comedy offers a unique take on time travel, filled with dry humor and a plot that spirals into delightful chaos. With a bracelet that allows limited time travel, our protagonist, John, finds himself in a loop of clones, crime, and comedic misadventures.In this episode, we explore the film's humorous take on time travel mechanics, the cultural nuances of New Zealand comedy, and the complexities of tracking multiple versions of the same character. Desmond attempts to unravel the tangled web of timelines, while Scott contemplates the film's thematic elements, including the recurring motif of "growing nuts."Join the conversation as we discuss the film's strengths and weaknesses, from its low-budget charm to its sometimes confusing narrative. We also debate the portrayal of folklore within the movie and whether the film's humor lands for audiences outside of New Zealand.(00:00) This is time pop, a podcast that discusses time travel and pop culture
(02:24) So today we're gonna talk about mega Time squad from Mega Time Squad from 2018
(04:25) This movie is number 55 on Barry's list of best time travel films
(07:07) Barry gives everything a number, and then he divides by 100
(09:14) Megaton is a New Zealand comedy with dry New Zealand humor
(10:41) We gather quickly that these guys work for a New Zealand crime boss
(13:00) The symbolism of nuts is major, uh, in this film
(13:32) John takes money and then he gets the bracelet. So we're gonna get into this real fast
(14:20) Scott: This movie is so small. There's no timeline on online
(15:05) John travels back in time only, but not in space
(18:59) This film feels like it was made in, like, the late nineties
(23:45) There's a love interest with them. One of them becomes the demon later
(27:55) Obviously, movies handle this where people try to kill other versions of themselves
(31:45) In the end, there is two. So is what, the folklore is met
(34:38) This film plays with the idea of making copies of yourself with time
(39:14) Desmond: The movie is highly praised. Critics, too. It's a cult film
(43:39) Low budget comedy with laugh out loud humor that peters out towards end
(44:46) Scott: God, is this better or worse than my greatest hits
(46:37) Desmond: I give this movie a mid the middle rating
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