"Monkey Man" is an action thriller that marks Dev Patel's directorial debut. The story follows an ex-convict who is released from prison and finds himself in a society plagued by corruption, greed, and moral decay. Inspired by the Indian deity Hanuman, the protagonist embarks on a journey of vengeance, facing various adversities and uncovering deep-rooted societal issues along the way.

Set against the backdrop of contemporary India, the film combines high-octane action with profound cultural and political commentary. Patel has expressed his desire to infuse the action genre with "real soul, real trauma, real pain," aiming to go beyond the typical non-stop fight scenes. The narrative touches on themes such as discrimination, poverty, and the caste system, reflecting the complexities and challenges of modern Indian society.

"Monkey Man" also features a diverse cast, including Sobhita Dhulipala, Makarand Deshpande, and Sharlto Copley. The film's production faced significant challenges, including delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Patel's own injuries during filming. Despite these hurdles, the movie was completed and premiered at South by Southwest in 2024, receiving attention for its gritty storytelling and the unique vision brought by Patel both in front of and behind the camera.

Hello Nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for June of 2024! Pull up a lawn chair, grab a beer and gather around the warm glow of your screen and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, movies, books and board games that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads!

Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month:

• Mario Wonder
• The Uncharted Series
• Dredge
• The Bear
• White Lotus
• Amadeus (1984)
• Skull King
• Encore
• Spider Man 2
• The Way Way Back
• N+
• Lost Ruins of Arnak
• Comic Books!

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Eric's Anime Corner is back! While Dave was away, Eric and Brandon talk about the newest film in the Dragon Ball franchise, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero. We embark on a thrilling mission with Piccolo and Gohan as they save the world from the newly reformed Red Ribbon Army.

Safe travels, nomads.

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