The panel dives deep into the nature of storytelling in biopics, questioning what truth means in the portrayal of figures like Donald Trump and the cultural moments surrounding Saturday Night Live's inception.
Sam Adams highlights 'The Apprentice' as a complex portrayal of Trump, crafted with the influence of his powerful mentor Roy Cohn, probing whether it adds any substantial insights into Trump's psyche or history.
Conversely, 'Saturday Night' is described as a chaotic depiction of the high-stakes lead-up to SNL's launch in 1975, emphasizing the absurdity and pressure of live television production.
Charlie Warzel's piece pushes the panel to reflect on the overwhelming nature of misinformation today, articulating their concerns about the deteriorating trust in media and the challenges in communicating critical issues.
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