What's Making Us Happy: A guide to your weekend viewing and listening
Briefly

This week, the Screen Actors Guild Awards added complexity to the Oscar race, while the Pop Culture Happy Hour crew discussed standout cultural moments. Among them is 'Flow', a nominated film for both Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature, marking a historic first for Latvia. The narrative follows a cat overcoming challenges post-flood, uniquely told without dialogue. Additionally, Glen Weldon highlighted Pete Seeger's work, particularly 'We Shall Overcome', praising its emotional depth. Lastly, 'Deal or No Deal Island' has become a talking point among reality TV fans on NBC.
"Flow is not only a nominated film for Best Animated Feature but also the first Latvian film ever nominated for any Academy Awards, showcasing a remarkable milestone for the industry."
"The film's unique storytelling without dialogue effectively showcases the survival instincts of a cat amidst a catastrophic flood, while emphasizing realism in animal behavior."
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