The Monito: A Look at Throwback Entertainment
Summary
In this article, we explore the latest episode of The Monito, where Peter Rubi, senior editor at Wire, shares his thoughts on a throwback movie, a throwback video game, and a throwback sound album. Rubi discusses The DodecaPentathlo, a movie about two brothers reuniting to compete in a final DodecaPentathlon they created as teenagers. He also talks about Cthulhu Saves the World, a video game that pays homage to RPGs of the 16-bit era. Lastly, he shares his thoughts on Butch Walker and the Black Widows’ “Stay Gold,” an album that features a throwback sound reminiscent of the 60s and 70s.
Table of Contents
- The DodecaPentathlo: A Movie About Reuniting Brothers
- Cthulhu Saves the World: A Love Letter to RPGs of the 16-bit Era
- Butch Walker and the Black Widows’ “Stay Gold”: A Throwback Sound Album
- Conclusion
The DodecaPentathlo: A Movie About Reuniting Brothers
The DodecaPentathlo is a movie about two brothers who reunite as adults to compete in a final DodecaPentathlon they created when they were teenagers. Shot by the Duplass brothers in 2008, the movie was only recently finished and is available on a limited run in theaters and on iTunes. Rubi highly recommends the movie for its heartwarming story and excellent performances.
Cthulhu Saves the World: A Love Letter to RPGs of the 16-bit Era
Cthulhu Saves the World is a video game that pays homage to RPGs of the 16-bit era, such as Tales of Phantasia, Dragon Quest, and Chrono Trigger. The game is about H.P. Lovecraft’s Cthulhu creature breaking a curse to save the world. It was released on Xbox Live in 2010, on PC last summer, and just recently on the App Store for $1.99. Rubi praises the game for its nostalgic feel and engaging gameplay.
Butch Walker and the Black Widows’ “Stay Gold”: A Throwback Sound Album
Butch Walker and the Black Widows’ “Stay Gold” is a recently released album that features a throwback sound reminiscent of the 60s and 70s. Rubi recommends the album for its varied sound, ranging from 50s-style music to disco-y Barry White type production. He particularly praises R. Kelly’s album Write Me Back, which he believes is a great example of the resurgence of R&B and soul artists going back to older styles. Rubi describes “Stay Gold” as a shockingly good end-to-end listen and recommends it for seduction purposes.
Conclusion
In this article, we discussed Peter Rubi’s thoughts on a throwback movie, a throwback video game, and a throwback sound album in the latest episode of The Monito. The DodecaPentathlo, Cthulhu Saves the World, and Butch Walker and the Black Widows’ “Stay Gold” all offer a nostalgic feel and excellent entertainment value. Rubi encourages listeners to email suggestions for future coverage and promises to deliver more exciting content in the upcoming episodes.
