Hollyweird #028 - Dolores Claiborne & Secret Window - Stephen King September

In this episode, Sean and Lexi dive into several Stephen King adaptations, including an in-depth discussion on 'Dolores Claiborne' and 'Secret Window.' They explore the bizarre similarities between 'Secret Window' and 'The Dark Half,' both written by King within a year of each other. The episode features various humorous tangents, including an analysis of Kathy Bates’ portrayal in 'Dolores Claiborne,' Johnny Depp’s performative quirks in 'Secret Window,' and unintended accents in these films. They also share personal anecdotes and reflect on some of King’s most absurd character names. The episode ends with Lexi trying to fend off an insect attack in her room. 00:00 Introduction and Random Banter 00:25 Hollywood and Travel Stories 03:45 Half-Baked Ideas and Airport Anecdotes 07:11 Movie Reviews: Running Man 18:03 Movie Reviews: Dolores Claiborne 42:32 Unpacking the Daughter's Revelation 43:41 Analyzing Feminist Themes 44:29 Vera and Dolores: A Complex Relationship 47:09 Dolores' Character and Her Relationships 53:06 Dolores Claiborne: Final Thoughts 57:48 Introduction to Secret Window 59:12 Plot and Themes of Secret Window 01:05:49 Johnny Depp's Performance and Character 01:11:02 Comparing Secret Window and The Dark Half 01:22:47 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices