# The Running Man (2025): “Faux-Empathy, New Dollars, and a Towel That Defies Gravity”

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Podcast: [Can I change my score?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/can-i-change-my-score-7110055)
Published: 2025-11-16T15:30:40+00:00
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In this episode of Can I Change My Score? , Sophie and Matt sprint head‑first into The Running Man, Edgar Wright’s dystopian game‑show thriller starring Glenn Powell, several baffled supporting actors, and more product placement than a Super Bowl commercial. Sophie battles a full-body vibe rejection within the first ten minutes, Matt questions the film’s understanding of money, physics, and human behaviour, and both hosts struggle to figure out who this movie is for (other than Puma). They break down erratic character choices, inconsistent world‑building, suspiciously shiny six-packs, and a towel scene that raises more questions than the entire plot. Two hours and thirteen minutes later, the only thing still running is their patience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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