Ep 331: “Punch Drunk Love” (2002) Off-Beat LA Rom-Com Concerning Phone Sex, Pudding, and First Love
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen conclude their captivating Summer of Love series with a deep dive into Paul Thomas Anderson's anxiety-riddled romance, Punch Drunk Love. Starring Adam Sandler in his first dramatic role, the film tells the story of Barry Egan, a neurotic young man navigating life with seven overbearing sisters, a quirky business selling novelty toilet plungers, and a scheme to acquire millions of airline miles through pudding purchases. Everything changes when he meets Lena, a divorcee who enters his chaotic life, while a small-time criminal enterprise…
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