Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl return after a few weeks away, partly on holiday, for two semi-related topics.They start with the Chinese influence on Hollywood and how the state are perniciously implanting propaganda into the biggest blockbusters, such as Barbie and Meg 2. Where does it end?Plus they discuss Barbie and other films (including Bond!) in relation to the profligacy of product placement in movies, and what the future may hold...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com
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