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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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This week on The Cinedicate, Armand welcomes Hector from Reshoot to break down A24’s latest oddball gem, Friendship. From cringe-worthy social misfires to the secret struggles of forming adult friendships, they dive deep into male loneliness, vulnerability, and the awkward hilarity that comes with trying to make new connections. Get ready for honest laughs, heartfelt moments, pop culture tangents, and a reminder that sometimes, being the weird friend is exactly what makes life interesting.
What to expect from the episode:
- A hilarious and thoughtful deep dive into A24’s new comedy Friendship, with an in-depth plot breakdown and discussion of the film’s uniquely cringey, awkward humor
- Open, insightful conversation about male loneliness, vulnerability, and the challenges of adult friendships, especially for men
- Tangents into personal anecdotes, neurodivergence, and comedy as catharsis, peppered with recommendations for related shows like Nathan For You and Peep Show
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Intro, initial impressions of “Friendship”
02:56 Cringe comedy appreciation
04:26 Full plot summary of “Friendship” (with spoilers)
10:15 Craig Waterman’s character analysis — anxiety, dependency, and social awkwardness
14:37 Neurodivergence, male loneliness, and difficulty forming adult friendships
18:48 Toxic masculinity, vulnerability, and toupeés
24:42 Why Craig’s awkwardness is painfully relatable
27:27 The Poopy Bandit story
31:22 How trauma affects emotional expression
34:06 Failed ayahuasca trip and absurd realism
36:14 Tim Robinson, Peep Show, and straight-faced delivery
41:45 Cringe humor in “Nathan for You”
47:21 A24’s revival of theatrical comedies
50:52 A24’s “The Materialists” and hopes for a rom-com resurgence
53:47 Off The Fence
57:21 Closing thoughts, personal movie experiences, and final laughs
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Listen to Hector on his podcast, ReShoot: An Amateur's Guide to Gooder Film
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