In this episode, grab your paper airplanes as we fly high in Empire of the Sun. Released in 1987 by Steven Spielberg, we accompany Jim Graham through the turbulent times of China during World War II and adolescence. Through the French Revolution parties, stolen shoes, and weevil counting we will explore the decay of luxury and the loss of innocence in war.

You'll learn about the behind the scenes on the movie which launched Christian Bale's career.

We also take a look at financials, award buzz, reviews, and our own personal rankings of enjoyment.

Time Stamps

01:35 - First Impressions

06:45 - Mr. DNA Explains (Characters, Scenes, and Themes)

38:19 - The Shark Is Not Working (Behind-the-Scenes)

51:32- Sand Castle in the Sand (Money and Milestones)

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In this episode, check the mail for news from your sibling because we are talking about the evocative and poignant, The Color Purple (1985). Released in 1985 by Steven Spielberg, we accompany Celie through three decades of her life as she learns where she belongs in the world. Through the power of sibling pattycake, learning what the sky is, and a kerosene emergency we will watch Celie transform from a tool into a bird in the sky.

You'll learn about the behind the scenes collaboration with Spielberg and Quincy Jones as well as the beginning of Spielberg's transition into mature storytelling. We also take a look at the financials, award buzz, and our own personal rankings of enjoyment.

Time Stamps

07:47 - Mr. DNA Explains (Story and Characters)

43:59 - The Shark Is Not Working (Behind-the-Scenes)

59:29 - Sand Castle in the Sand (Money and Milestones)

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In this episode, we take flight with Steven Spielberg's 1982 imaginative tale E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. We wander like Elliott into the cornfields for first alien contact like a special module of Dungeons & Dragons. Stumble upon the rise of Reese's Pieces, a trio of backdoor sequels, and confront the idea of an alien & alienation.

You'll learn about the behind the scenes how two very different story ideas to create Steven Spielberg's most personal project yet. We also take a look at the financials, award buzz, and our own personal rankings of enjoyment.

Time Stamps

01:38 - Mr. DNA Explains (Story and Characters)

28:36 - The Shark Is Not Working (Behind-the-Scenes)

57:12 - Sand Castle in the Sand (Money and Milestones)

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