OVERINVESTED

with Morgan and Gavia

Ep. 247: Burning

February 18, 2022 by Morgan Davies in episodes

This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss the Korean film Burning, directed by Lee Chang-dong and starring Yoo Ah-in, Steven Yeun, and Jeon Jong-seo. Despite this film's near-universal acclaim, they... didn't like it very much! Topics include the film's uncomfortable depiction of its central female character, its take on class in South Korea, excellent performances from the three lead actors, and more.

Episode 102: NYFF/LFF 2018: The Favourite and More

October 26, 2018 by Morgan Davies in episodes

Here is the first installment of a two-part conversation about this year’s New York and London Film Festivals. Morgan and Gavia highlight some of the best (and worst) films they saw at this year’s festival, including Yorgos Lanthimos’ Oscar-bound The Favourite, Cannes sensation Burning, the Coen Brothers’ new film The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, and more. Part two (featuring an in-depth look at Alfonso Cuarón’s Roma) to follow.