Mini-Transmission: The Rocker

"From James Gandolfini's unexpected fandom to gummy snakes in the crowd, this mini-episode takes a deeper dive into The Rocker (2008)."

 

Episode Description

Join Landen and Truman for a chaotic jam session as they revisit The Rocker (2008). They debate whether James Gandolfini was on to something with his unabashed love for the film, dream up a fictional band lineup starring comedy legends, and break down the weirdest slapstick moments. Plus, who thought gummy snakes were a good idea?

 

Major Cast and Crew

• Director: Peter Cattaneo
• Writers: Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky, Ryan Jaffe
• Main Cast:
  • Rainn Wilson as Robert "Fish" Fishman
  • Emma Stone as Amelia
  • Josh Gad as Matt
  • Teddy Geiger as Curtis
  • Christina Applegate as Kim

 

Film Synopsis

Fish Fishman (Rainn Wilson) was the drummer for the band Vesuvius, until he was unceremoniously kicked out just before their big break. Years later, he gets a shot at redemption when he becomes the drummer for his nephew’s garage band. Hijinks ensue as Fish’s over-the-top antics clash with his new bandmates’ youthful ambitions.

 

Episode Highlights

• James Gandolfini’s surprising fandom for The Rocker—was he right all along?
• Building the ultimate comedy band: Steve Martin, Aubrey Plaza, and Eric Andre take the stage.
• Gummy snakes in the crowd: a live-show snack or an abomination?
• Landen’s behind-the-scenes Hollywood tales: crossing paths with Josh Gad and nearly casting spells on Wizards of Waverly Place.
• Revisiting the trailer: slapstick galore and Rainn Wilson’s questionable fashion choices.

 

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