Feb. 2, 2026
ICYMI - Knives Out – “Wake Up Dead Man” Deep Dive
Movie Monday: Knives Out – “Wake Up Dead Man” Deep Dive
In case you missed it, this week’s Parallel Frequencies takes a thoughtful, spoiler-heavy dive into the latest chapter of the Knives Out universe: “Wake Up Dead Man.” As we take a short break and gear up for brand-new episodes next week, this ICYMI episode is the perfect moment to catch up on one of our most layered, provocative conversations yet. PF_020226_TS
Just Blane and Coco unpack a film that doesn’t just ask who did it, but why we justify what we do. From religious power structures and moral gray areas to patience, observation, and grace, this episode explores how the franchise has evolved into something darker, colder, and far more introspective.
🔍 What We Get Into
• Why “Wake Up Dead Man” feels like the most uncomfortable — and most mature — Knives Out film so far
• Benoit Blanc as an observer, not a clue-chaser — and why patience becomes the real weapon
• The film’s heavy spiritual and religious undertones, set against a Catholic backdrop
• Standout performances and monologues that elevate the material beyond a standard whodunit
• How not scrolling your phone changes everything about this movie
• The deeper theme tying it all together: grace, mercy, and moral reckoning
🎭 Why This Episode Hits
This isn’t just a movie review — it’s a conversation about art trusting its audience, storytelling that rewards attention, and characters who believe they’re the smartest person in the room… until they aren’t. It’s funny, uncomfortable, insightful, and packed with moments that linger long after the credits roll.
If you love:
• Smart film analysis
• Conversations about faith, morality, and culture
• Movies that demand your full attention
👉 This episode is for you.
🎙 ICYMI Reminder: We’re taking a brief pause, but Parallel Frequencies returns next week with all-new episodes. Catch up now, share this one with a friend, and come back ready to go deeper.
Watch. Listen. Pay attention.
In case you missed it, this week’s Parallel Frequencies takes a thoughtful, spoiler-heavy dive into the latest chapter of the Knives Out universe: “Wake Up Dead Man.” As we take a short break and gear up for brand-new episodes next week, this ICYMI episode is the perfect moment to catch up on one of our most layered, provocative conversations yet. PF_020226_TS
Just Blane and Coco unpack a film that doesn’t just ask who did it, but why we justify what we do. From religious power structures and moral gray areas to patience, observation, and grace, this episode explores how the franchise has evolved into something darker, colder, and far more introspective.
🔍 What We Get Into
• Why “Wake Up Dead Man” feels like the most uncomfortable — and most mature — Knives Out film so far
• Benoit Blanc as an observer, not a clue-chaser — and why patience becomes the real weapon
• The film’s heavy spiritual and religious undertones, set against a Catholic backdrop
• Standout performances and monologues that elevate the material beyond a standard whodunit
• How not scrolling your phone changes everything about this movie
• The deeper theme tying it all together: grace, mercy, and moral reckoning
🎭 Why This Episode Hits
This isn’t just a movie review — it’s a conversation about art trusting its audience, storytelling that rewards attention, and characters who believe they’re the smartest person in the room… until they aren’t. It’s funny, uncomfortable, insightful, and packed with moments that linger long after the credits roll.
If you love:
• Smart film analysis
• Conversations about faith, morality, and culture
• Movies that demand your full attention
👉 This episode is for you.
🎙 ICYMI Reminder: We’re taking a brief pause, but Parallel Frequencies returns next week with all-new episodes. Catch up now, share this one with a friend, and come back ready to go deeper.
Watch. Listen. Pay attention.