Ep 6. Why Doesn't Cathy Eat Breakfast / Petaluma Chicken

In the sixth episode of RiffTrax Shorts season 2, we are treated to two short films with the hilarious commentary of Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett. The first short, "Why Doesn't Cathy Eat Breakfast," is a public service announcement from the 1950s that tries to persuade young women to eat breakfast. Cathy, the protagonist, wakes up late and skips breakfast, only to struggle through her day feeling tired and hungry. The RiffTrax team takes every opportunity to poke fun at the over-dramatic acting and outdated gender roles.

The second short, "Petaluma Chicken," is a promotional film for a poultry processing plant in Petaluma, California. The film takes us through the entire process of raising and processing chickens, from hatching to packaging. The RiffTrax crew has a field day with the film's attempts at making chicken processing look cheerful and wholesome. They also take aim at the film's lack of safety precautions, highlighting all the ways in which the workers and chickens alike are put in danger.

Throughout both films, the RiffTrax team peppers the dialogue with jokes and one-liners that are sure to have viewers laughing out loud. They call attention to the films' bizarre choices, including the strange moments of silence and awkward camera angles. They also make fun of the films' attempts at propaganda, pointing out the not-so-subtle messages that are being conveyed.

As always, the RiffTrax team excels at finding the humor in even the most mundane of subjects. Whether it's Cathy's struggle to make it through the day without breakfast or the dubious merits of a chicken processing plant, they manage to keep viewers entertained and engaged. With their quick wit and playful banter, the RiffTrax Shorts season 2 episode 6 is a must-see for anyone who enjoys a good laugh.