Published Jan 17, 2020

Solving the 'Star Wars' Identity Crisis and 'Don't F**k With Cats,' With Chuck Klosterman | The Watch

Chris Ryan and Chuck Klosterman delve into the 'Star Wars' identity crisis, exploring the tension between nostalgia and innovation, while also dissecting Hollywood's power dynamics and the ethical dilemmas of internet crime-solving communities featured in 'Don't F**k With Cats.'

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Solving the 'Star Wars' Identity Crisis and 'Don't F**k With Cats,' With Chuck Klosterman | The Watch

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