In this episode we discuss the Alex Garland movie Annihilation. Tons of themes to unpack so we dive right in, and there's a healthy dose of our usual tangents on myriad other works of fiction that tie into those themes. We also discuss the psychology of Hollywood, the human ability to create, and the effects of streaming services on the movie industry.www.fymplanet.com

(03:40) Topic: Annihilation(05:22) On the Author and style of Annihilation(13:18) The themes of Annihilation(19:43) Annihilation: the big guns(22:32) SPOILERS START HERE(22:40) Understanding the Impossible(28:13) Plot hole diving(33:30) The ending and the power to create(42:50) Openness, creativity, and Hollywood(49:30) The character dilemma(55:23) Brief thoughts on Ex Machina(1:00:44) Proof of creative life