The Long Walk

Chuck and Justin take a long walk through Francis Lawrence’s adaptation of Stephen King’s The Long Walk. The hosts compare the film to The Running Man and other King adaptations while digging into its pacing, directing choices, performances, and bleak social commentary. They praise the cast, question the film’s deliberately static cinematography, and explore its themes of poverty, spectacle, and exploitation. Plus, they debate the meaning of the ambiguous ending, and whether it ultimately changes anything about the dystopian world King has created. Hosted by Charles Phillips Co-hosted by Justin Morgan Mixing and Music by Scratchin’ Menace Follow us on Facebook and Bluesky for updates. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all major platforms. Please subscribe, rate, and review. We appreciate the support!