# Episode 715 - Saw (2004), James Wan and Memorable Villains

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Podcast: [Movies, Films and Flix](https://stenobird.com/podcast/movies-films-and-flix-173479)
Published: 2026-07-14T12:00:04+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3329

## Resource

Mark and Lisa begin their Saw franchise series by talking about the 2004 horror classic Saw . Directed by James Wan, and starring Leigh Whannel, Tobin Bell, Danny Glover, Cary Elwes and a gross bathroom, the movie focuses on what happens when a serial killer (with a god complex) wants to play games. In this episode, they also talk about rushed production schedules, hypocritical villains, and the success of the Saw franchise. Enjoy!

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