10 - Gemini Man (2019)

A podcast in which two northern boys talk about another northern boy.

Sketch Benjamin & Alex Dopierala have taken it upon themselves to dive into the depths of acclaimed actor, Benedict Wong’s, filmography as an exercise in enjoyment, curiosity and appreciation. Join us on each episode as we  delve into a very specific selection of said filmography, (hopefully) gaining insights into the great man’s career, or at least enjoying the breadth of his range. Some films may be masterpieces, others may be total flops, and we will ultimately make the decision if, our boy Ben, made The Wong Decision, being in that project. What does “The Wong Decision” even mean? I hear you ask…and, to that, we say, don’t worry about it.

And for our final act…we’re finishing ‘weird’. And Lee’s 2019 action film, Gemini, is a film that is more about the technology and conversation surrounding the movie, than the movie itself. Not only is it an early use of de-aging technology, it’s also attempting to de-age the lead actor himself, played by Will Smith, in order for there to be 2 of him in the movie. And, that’s not even the main technological thing that this movie is known for! It’s known for being filmed at 4k, 120fps and is commonly seen at 60fps, rather than the cinematic standard that is 24fps. The result? What we think? You’ll have to find out! Oh…and Benedict Wong is in it…yeah

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