The Emperor's New Groove

Episode Summary


Erin and Rachel try not to throw off the emperor’s groove with
their critique of the cultural appropriation and homophobia in
this cult classic from 2000. Ultimately, the memeable humor and
nuanced portrayal of masculinity make The Emperor’s New
Groove a palatable offering from a studio that was
floundering post-Renaissance. 


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