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Movies (and Other Things) by Shea Serrano

4.0

funny informative lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

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I’ve been a big fan of Shea Serrano since his early days writing for The Ringer and always enjoy him on Bill Simmons’ Rewatchables podcast—his takes often line up with mine, and Movies (and Other Things) was no exception. The book is structured around 30 chapters, each framed as a question, which often serves more as a setup for Shea’s signature humor than a serious inquiry. From pondering whether the Raptors in Jurassic Park were misunderstood to drafting gangster movie characters, to digging into the movies that hit hardest as adults, it’s a fun and unpredictable ride through film culture. Even if you’re not deeply versed in action or mob movies, Shea's voice makes it all accessible—and hilarious.