Show notes
In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the obscure movie 'Mio in the Land of Far Away.' They reminisce about their childhood memories of the film and its strange and unique qualities. They explore the origins of the movie, its production process, and the notable actors involved. Despite acknowledging that the movie is objectively bad, they find joy in its nostalgic value and the bizarre elements it presents. The conversation touches on other fantasy films from the 80s and the challenges of working in the entertainment industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction to 'Midnight Local' and the Movie02:06 Nostalgic Memories and Shared Experience03:05 Origins and Distribution of the Movie04:58 Comparing 'Mio in the Land of Far Away' to Other Fantasy Films08:23 Discussion on Work Ethic and Grind Culture09:22 Exploring the Cast and Production Challenges11:08 Connection to 'Pippi Longstocking' and Swedish Literature14:45 Dubbing and Editing Issues in the Movie18:27 Appreciation for the Weirdness and Nostalgic Value20:09 Parallels to 'Harry Potter' and the Hero's Journey22:07 Personal Anecdotes and Connection to the Movie25:30 Discussion on Swedish Heritage and Cultural References27:53 Reflection on the Movie's Quality and Exposition30:57 Comparisons to Other Fantasy Films and Director's Cut34:12 Discussion on Little People in Hollywood37:59 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
