'Your Name' (feat. Rachel Wagner of Rachel's Reviews)
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Rachel Wagner of Rachel's Reviews stopped by the show to discuss Makoto Shinkai's 2016 film Your Name. The movie blends comedy, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and drama into one distinctive subversion of the body-swap concept. Listen in as Rachel and I discuss what Your Name says about spirituality, connection, and gender identity. We'll even discuss the in-development live-action remake and the state of animated films in Hollywood. By the end, you'll know Your Name.
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