In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison dive into the 2025 movie 'Companion.' They discuss the plot's twists and turns, focusing on themes of AI, consciousness, and queer representation. They also debate the merits of the the film's feminist undertones and share their reactions to key scenes.
01:15 Companion Into
05:56 Synopsis
07:36 Analyzing the Movie's Themes and Twists
10:07 Character Dynamics and Plot Development
14:12 The Big, Robotic Reveal and Its Impact
28:53 Film Comparison
30:49 Personal Reflections and Tangents
34:49 Nightmares and Dusty Memories
35:24 Teeth Dreams
37:20 Queer Love and Robotic Emotions
38:53 Queer Representation in Media
41:26 AI Ethical Dilemmas
48:37 Companion's Final Showdown
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