Review of Argo and Pop Culture Topics
Summary
In this article, we review the movie “Argo” directed by Ben Affleck, which tells the story of a CIA exfiltration specialist who disguises US embassy workers as a film crew scouting locations for a fake Star Wars knockoff to get them out of Tehran during the Iranian Revolution. We also briefly discuss the Step Kid’s new EP and the trade collection of the Image title Saga.
Table of Contents
- “Argo”: A Tense and Hilarious Movie
- The Step Kids’ New EP
- “Saga”: A Great Trade Collection
“Argo”: A Tense and Hilarious Movie
The movie “Argo” is a must-see film that combines tension and humor. The story follows a CIA exfiltration specialist who comes up with an unusual plan to rescue six US embassy workers during the Iranian Revolution. He disguises them as a film crew scouting locations for a fake Star Wars knockoff, and they try to leave Tehran unnoticed. The movie is directed by Ben Affleck, who also stars in it. The supporting cast, including John Goodman and Alan Arkin, is excellent and adds to the movie’s humor. We highly recommend watching this movie and reading the interview with Ben Affleck in Wired magazine’s October issue.
The Step Kids’ New EP
The Step Kids are a unique band that blends blue-eyed soul with futuristic fuzz. Their new EP, “Sweet Salvation,” features two tracks, a remix, an instrumental, and a video directed by their collaborator with Crazy Puppet. The EP is worth checking out for fans of the band and those who enjoy experimental music.
“Saga”: A Great Trade Collection
The trade collection of the Image title “Saga,” written by Brian K. Vaughn and illustrated by Fiona Staple, is a great read. The story follows a star-crossed couple from different planets trying to escape a galactic civil war for the sake of their daughter. The first six issues are collected in the trade, and it’s a great time to catch up before the series returns in November. The artwork is stunning, and the story is engaging, making it a must-read for fans of science fiction and fantasy.
In conclusion, “Argo” is a great movie that combines tension and humor, the Step Kids’ new EP is worth checking out for fans of experimental music, and “Saga” is a must-read for fans of science fiction and fantasy. Email The Monitor at themonitor@wire.com with any feedback or attachments, but keep it clean.
