Summary
Overview
Paul Scheer hosts this Last Looks episode diving deep into listener corrections and omissions about the movie Fall. The episode features fascinating revelations about the film's plot holes, fascinating behind-the-scenes details from a crew member, and spirited debates about hotel checkout times. Later, Paul and Jason chat with comedy writer Elliot Glazer about his new book, Long Island culture, fandom, and an upcoming sports podcast with Charles Barkley.
Opening and Fall Episode Corrections Begin
Paul kicks off the episode with listener-submitted corrections and omissions about Fall, starting with an immediate mind-blowing revelation. Discord user Del Preston suggests that the 'D' in Danger D might actually stand for Dan, the deceased husband, since the main character's name has no D in it. This theory sends Paul reeling, as it would represent a major hidden detail in the film that was never explicitly revealed.
- Del Preston theorizes that 'Danger D' was named after Dan, not the character's actual name
- The main character Shiloh Hunter has no D in her name, supporting the theory
- Paul declares Del Preston the winner for this revelation
" Del, my mind has been blown. Oh, my. What? What? I don't even know how to take this in. That is truly, wow. Wow, wow, wow, Del. You got me. You got me right out of the gate. "
Technical Movie Corrections and Plot Holes
Listeners call out numerous technical inaccuracies in Fall, from broadcast tower construction to the film's similarity to The Descent. A caller named Mark draws compelling parallels between Fall and the horror film The Descent, noting both feature female thrill-seekers dealing with a husband's death and discovering betrayal through jewelry inscriptions. Technical corrections reveal that decommissioned towers would never be left standing as depicted, and vultures were completely misrepresented in the film.
- Decommissioned broadcast towers are demolished in controlled demolitions to prevent exactly what happens in the movie
- Hunter refusing to drink water was a clue she was already dead
- Fall's plot closely mirrors The Descent, including the affair reveal through jewelry
- The 143 tattoo on Hunter's ankle makes no sense as it would constantly risk exposure to Becky
" So, basically, it felt like someone saw The Descent and said, hey, let's make the same movie, but instead of underground, they should be stuck in the air. "
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