Episode 28: Christopher Nolan

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Episode 28: Christopher Nolan

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Dec 20, 2021

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He may not be the first name you think of when it comes to sci-fi, but the genre's influence on Christopher Nolan's work is undeniable. In this episode, Winston and Nick examine the prestigious filmmaker's filmography through the lens of science fiction.

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Dec 20, 2021

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