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Authors and comic book fans Perry Constantine and Derrick Ferguson are your guides into the world of superhero film and TV! Each episode, they tackle a different movie or TV show and go into detail about what works and what doesn't.

Perry Constantine and Derrick Ferguson

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    SCP Classic – Superhero Politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 77:15


    It's election season! In honor of the increasingly politicized environment, this is a good chance to revisit Perry's discussion of superheroes and politics with superhero author and political scientist, Van Allen Plexico!Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContactSuperhero Cinephiles is produced with the support of Zencastr. If you're interested in starting a podcast of your own, Zencastr provides a whole host of features at no cost, with optional features available for those on a budget. Start your own podcast today with Zencastr!

    SCP Classic – The Crow (1994)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 112:52


    Recently, the remake/re-adaptation of The Crow was released to a negative reception. So we'll use this as an opportunity to revisit one of the earliest episodes when Perry and Derrick discussed the original 1994 version of The Crow.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContactSuperhero Cinephiles is produced with the support of Zencastr. If you're interested in starting a podcast of your own, Zencastr provides a whole host of features at no cost, with optional features available for those on a budget. Start your own podcast today with Zencastr!

    SCP Classic – Logan (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 109:03


    Due to a combination of work, personal issues, and computer problems, it'll be a bit more of a wait for new episodes. But in the meantime, enjoy some more of SCP Classic. To round out the Deadpool and Wolverine coverage, this week we look back at Perry's discussion of Logan with Juan Bracich.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContactSuperhero Cinephiles is produced with the support of Zencastr. If you're interested in starting a podcast of your own, Zencastr provides a whole host of features at no cost, with optional features available for those on a budget. Start your own podcast today with Zencastr!

    SCP Classic – Once Upon a Deadpool (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 88:26


    We wrap up our flashback to Deadpools of SCP Past. This week, revisit Perry's conversation with comedian and podcaster, Will Short, about Once Upon a Deadpool!Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Facebook Bluesky Threads Instagram Contact

    SCP Classic – Deadpool 2 (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 116:22


    Our replay of Deadpool coverage continues! This week, we look back at Derrick and Perry's thoughts on the Super Duper Cut of Deadpool 2!Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Deadpool (2016)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 123:46


    To celebrate the release of Deadpool & Wolverine, listen back to our coverage of the previous Deadpool films. We kick off with one of our earliest episodes, when Derrick and Perry discussed the very first Deadpool movie. New episodes are coming soon!Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Superhero Cinephiles is returning soon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 1:47


    Hey everyone, just a quick announcement to let you know that the show will be back soon! I am in the process of recording new episodes, and in the meantime, you'll get to listen to some SCP Classic. Also, we are approaching Episode #200, so if you have any thoughts, comments, or suggestions, send them to superherocinephiles@gmail.com or reach out to me (@supercinemapod on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky).

    A Brief Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 3:24


    The show will be going on a temporary hiatus. Listen in for more details. Until then, you can check out past episodes by visiting SuperheroCinephiles.com or check out my other podcast, Japan On Film.Paragons of Earth, the superhero comic book I created with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns, is now funding on Kickstarter. We could use all the support we can get, so please consider supporting us by clicking here.Thanks for listening and I'll be back soon with new episodes.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Iron Man 2 (2010)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 90:33


    Author John Bruening is back on the show and this time, we revisit Iron Man 2. We discuss the recasting of Rhodey, address the film's less-than-stellar reputation, and talk about how we'll still take this over Iron Man 3. Visit FlinchBooks.com to find out about all the books John is involved with.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    The Punisher (1989)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 74:04


    Fellow podcaster Anthony Desiato returns to the show to discuss another Punisher film. This time, we examine the first attempt to bring the Punisher to theaters, the infamous 1989 film starring Dolph Lundgren as Frank Castle. But contrary to its awful reputation (and despite some generic 80s action film clichés), it's not half-bad.Listen to Anthony's podcasts and check out his documentaries by visiting Flat Squirrel Productions.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Wonder Woman (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 91:15


    Nic Baldwin is back but thankfully, he's joined by his wife, Dani. That means we get to watch a good movie! This time, we're discussing 2017's Wonder Woman, one of the best DC movies ever made. We talk about the importance of the film, how well it captured the character, and how the third act was a bit of a fumble.Listen to Nic and Dani on the In Love With Movies podcast.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Ranking the DCEU

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2024 144:28


    Now that the DCEU is officially over, how do the individual entries stack up? Justin De Voe makes his debut on the show to go over a decade of DC films, from Man of Steel to Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. We discuss the origins, the evolution from the Snyderverse into something more fractured, and rank each film. And you might be surprised where we landed on some of these.Listen to Justin on the (Not So) Secret Dad's Business podcast and check out his cosplay on Instagram.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Justice Society: World War II (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 110:29


    After a long absence, our resident DC animation commentator Stacy Dooks returns! In this episode, we discuss the Tomorrowverse's introduction to Earth-2 and the Justice Society.Listen to Stacy on The Fanboy Power Hour podcastWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 71:48


    The best multiverse movie in recent memory didn't come from either of the two cinematic universes playing with the multiverse. Instead, it came in the form of Everything Everywhere All At Once. Frank Martin returns to break down this entertaining look at the multiverse.Visit Frank's website to learn more about his writing.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Unbreakable (2000)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 91:36


    M. Night Shyamalan's Unbreakable was considered a disappointment when it was released, but that's because no one really knew that it was supposed to be a superhero movie. Bruce Alexander joins Perry to look back on this film and what it could have been if it were better marketed.Visit Authentic Identity Management to learn more about Bruce's life coaching for ADHD adults.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    The Flash (2023)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2024 87:15


    Isaac Walker of the Bright Brainz podcast races in to discuss what was called "the best superhero movie since The Dark Knight." And The Flash is many things, but it's definitely not that. We're coming in hot to tear apart DC's latest attempt to capitalize on Flashpoint.Listen to Isaac on the Bright Brainz podcast or watch it on YouTube.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Psychokinesis (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 76:21


    Mykel Banda and Roach Montono of the Bad Potatoes Pod join Perry to discuss the Korean superhero film, Psychokinesis. Train to Busan's Yeon Sang-ho also directs this fun film, about a deadbeat dad who gains telekinetic powers and uses them to try and repair his relationship with his daughter.Find out more about the Bad Potatoes Pod by visiting their Linktree.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Samaritan (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 63:52


    In this episode, Perry is joined by comic creator Devin Whitlock to talk about Sylvester Stallone's ill-fated superhero movie, Samaritan. What seems like it has some promise in an interesting premise is ruined by some pretty poor choices, but makes for a fun discussion.Follow Devin on Twitter, Instagram, and Bluesky.Check out Devin's comic anthologies, CyberSync and SMASH 2.Follow Devin's Substack for updates on his work and his comic book club.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Green Lantern (2011)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 84:06


    Musician Ralph Puma joins the show to remember the movie Ryan Reynolds wishes he could forget. We discuss the few things that work pretty well and the many missteps along the way.Visit Linktree for all of Ralph's links.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Howard the Duck (1986)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 69:40


    Nic Baldwin comes back to torture Perry with another terrible movie. This time, it's Howard the Duck, the movie that almost bankrupted George Lucas. Although there are some moments, this ultimately turns out to be a mess.And yes, we talk about the duck boobs.Listen to Nic on the In Love With Movies podcast or follow him on TwitterWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    WandaVision (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 87:43


    Comic fan Scott Honig stops by the show to discuss the MCU's debut streaming series, WandaVision! We talk about the interesting things the series did, the incredible performances, the internet speculation, and Wanda's legacy since.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman (2003)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2024 59:28


    Kenisha Liu returns to the show to discuss the forgotten movie of Bruce Timm's DCAU. We discuss the interesting way this film approached the Batwoman concept (before Kate Kane's debut in the comics) and Timm's odd obsession with the Bruce/Barbara relationship.Follow Kenisha on InstagramWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyThreadsInstagramContact

    The Incredibles (2004)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2023 70:00


    A few episodes we covered Incredibles 2 and this week, we get around to The Incredibles! Author John Bruening returns to the show to talk about what has often been called the closest thing we've gotten to the best Fantastic Four movie. We reflect on the film's legacy and how it holds up almost 20 years later.Visit John's Amazon page to check out his books.Next week is Christmas and the week after is New Year's, so the show will be taking the next two weeks off. Hope you enjoy your holiday season, regardless of what you celebrate (if anything). Stay safe and we'll see you in 2024.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Batman: Under the Red Hood (2010)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2023 69:50


    When you ask Batman fans what their favorite animated Batman movie is, Under the Red Hood is consistently one of the top choices—and with good reason. Fellow podcaster and Batman fan Colton Petrey joins the show to talk about why.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2023 66:19


    Shortly after he appeared on the Patreon show to discuss Maximum Carnage, writer Liam Carrigan is back on the main show for a discussion of Carnage's big-screen debut in Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Watch Liam's YouTube shows, A Celtic State of Mind and Celtic Down Under and also read his articles on Osaka.com.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Incredibles 2 (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 76:06


    This week, Perry is joined by Connor Burke of No Highway Option to discuss Incredibles 2, the long-delayed sequel to Brad Bird's hit superhero movie. We go into the film's history, some of the things that it does really well (like the epic chase scene and the depiction of parenthood), and some places where things could have been better.Check out No Highway Option on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkTree, and follow Connor on Twitter, TikTok, and Letterboxd.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Superman II (1980)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 107:16


    Superhero Cinephiles is back with a bunch of new episodes! Nic Baldwin returns to talk about a mostly-good movie (for a change). In this episode, we discuss the troubled production of Superman II, compare the Donner and Lester versions, and discuss the strengths and faults of each version.Listen to Nic on the In Love With Movies podcast or follow him on TwitterWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. You can support the project by visiting crowdfundr.com/paragonscomic.FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 101:07


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.The Flash had a number of cameos, and one of those fulfilled Jon Peters's lifelong dream of seeing Superman fight a giant spider in the third act. So for the final episode of SCP Classic, Derrick and I look at the documentary about the long and troubled production of Superman Lives.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Justice League (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 100:34


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.The Flash featured what is likely the final performances by one of the best and worst casting picks in the DCEU—Ben Affleck and Ezra Miller. So because of its ties to this film, listen to when Derrick and I talked about the Joss Whedon cut of Justice League.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 109:47


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse was the long-anticipated sequel to Into the Spider-Verse. Both have been heralded and praised as two of the best Spidey films (if not the best). So let's look back when Derrick and I discussed Into the Spider-Verse.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Superman Returns (2006)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 143:24


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.This has been a good year for Superman fans. The comics are the best they've been in years, James Gunn is working on a new Superman film, Superman and Lois finished off a stellar season (and got renewed), and a new animated series, My Adventures with Superman, also premiered. So we look back at the underrated Superman film, Superman Returns.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn (2020)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 97:47


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.The biggest movie of the summer wasn't a superhero film, but instead Greta Gerwig's Barbie. And since it stars the incomparable Margot Robbie, in the latest SCP Classic we go back to her headlining performance in the Birds of Prey movie as Harley Quinn.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Crisis on Infinite Earths (2019)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2023 124:45


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.The Flash movie explored the concept of the multiverse and DC announced a Crisis on Infinite Earths animated film. So for the next episode of SCP Classic, enjoy listening to us discuss the live-action Crisis on Infinite Earths adaptation that unintentionally marked the beginning of the end of the Arrowverse.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    SCP Classic – Nick Fury, Agent of SHIELD (1998)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 115:50


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.This past summer, the latest MCU TV series was released on Disney+. Secret Invasion focused on Nick Fury and for the second episode of SCP Classic, we're looking at Fury's first outing in film, played by none other than David Hasselhoff.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Introducing Paragons of Earth!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 9:15


    Hey guys! I'm excited to introduce my new comic book project, PARAGONS OF EARTH! This is a superhero comic where we've reinvented forgotten public domain characters for the modern day and pitted them against the cosmic horror of a Lovecraftian apocalypse. I've been hard at work on this project for the past few months with my co-writer, Thomas Deja, and my penciler, Eric Johns. Now we need your help to make it a reality. If you could back our Crowdfundr project, it would mean a lot to me and we've got some great rewards lined up for backers.Enjoy the trailer and watch the full video on YouTube.Support our comic and view free pages at Crowdfundr.com/ParagonsComicThanks for your support!

    SCP Classic – Batman (1989)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2023 137:05


    For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases.The Flash came out this past summer to mixed reactions and a lackluster box office return. But one thing everyone loved was the return of Michael Keaton's Batman. So for the first SCP Classic, Derrick and I discuss Keaton's first outing as Batman in Tim Burton's 1989 film.PARAGONS OF EARTH is a comic book project I'm developing with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Introducing SCP Classic

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2023 7:52


    I'm going to be taking a break from the show for about two months. I'm going on vacation with my family and working on an exciting new comic book project called PARAGONS OF EARTH with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns. So until the show comes back, I'm going to be rebroadcasting several past episodes as part of what I'm calling SCP Classic. These are all from when Derrick was still with us and each episode was chosen because of a connection to a movie or TV show that came out recently. Hope you enjoy this blast to the past and I'll talk to you again in November. Sign up for the free PARAGONS OF EARTH Substack to learn when the crowdfund campaign is live!FacebookBlueskyInstagramContact

    Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2023 98:19


    In this episode, Tommy of Podcast Assemble comes by to discuss one of the most reviled MCU films yet—Thor: Love and Thunder! Ever the MCU defender, Perry does have some good points to harp on, but the overall consensus is that this film is something of a mess.Listen to Tommy on Podcast AssembleWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Doctor Strange (2016)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 102:02


    We covered Multiverse of Madness, we covered the made-for-TV film, now we finally cover 2016's Doctor Strange! Hugh McStay of Podcast-616 joins Perry to fill in this gap in the show's coverage. We discuss how underrated this film is but also some things that could have been done better.Listen to Hugh on Podcast-616Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Zebraman (2004)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 63:51


    Comic writer and author Frank Martin joins the show to discuss the Japanese superhero film, Zebraman! Directed by Takashi Miike, this is part-satire, part-homage of Japanese tokusatsu superhero fare like Kamen Rider and Super Sentai.Visit Frank's website to find out about his worksWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Guardians (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 81:07


    Superhero novelist and comic writer Jeremy Flagg joins Perry this week to discuss Guardians! No, not "of the Galaxy," just Guardians, Russia's answer to The Avengers. It's a film with some flashes of great choreography and VFX mixed in with a lot of utter nonsense.Visit Jeremy's website to find out more about his books and comicsWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Justice League Dark (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2023 60:45


    Nick Jones of Focused On Comics joins Perry to discuss the Justice League Dark animated film! We talk about the DC Original Animated Universe in general, Matt Ryan's standout performance as John Constantine, and more.Listen to Nick's podcasts: Focused On Comics The 1610 Incursion The Flying DeadAnd follow him on TwitterWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Tank Girl (1995)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2023 77:01


    Ashley Thomas of The Nerdy Blogger and Podcast-616 joins Perry this week to talk about the cult classic, Tank Girl! We discuss Lori Petty's wonderful performance, how this movie was ahead of its time, and why it deserves more love.Visit The Nerdy Blogger or listen to Ashley on Podcast-616Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    The Crow: City of Angels (1996)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 69:49


    Michael Brace of the Reel Media Network is this week's guest to discuss 1996's The Crow: City of Angels. Although originally intended to be a very different movie from its predecessor, producers forced changes to make it as similar as possible. We talk about the production headaches, what the film was supposed to be, what parts of it still work despite the changes, and the fact that this was the final film starring Power Rangers' Thuy Trang.Visit Reel Media Network to check out their podcasts and follow them on FacebookWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Black Mask (1996)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 64:02


    In what may be the shortest turnaround for a return guest, author Brad Mengel is back to talk about another B superhero movie with "black" in the title—1996's Black Mask, starring Jet Li!Visit Brad's blogWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Captain Marvel (2019)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 75:24


    Nicholas Pepin of Pop Culture Roulette joins Perry for a discussion of 2019's Captain Marvel! We discuss the history of the character, the project's road to production, and the ridiculous backlash against it from certain sewers of the internet.Check out Pop Culture Roulette's LinktreeWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    X2 (2003)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 98:54


    This week, Perry welcomes back Oscar Owens and Pat Lagua, his former co-hosts on the now-complete E For Evolution: X-Amining Grant Morrison's X-Men podcast. We discuss perhaps the best of Fox's X-Men films, 2003's X2. How does it hold up twenty years later, what missteps did it make, and more reflections on the Fox films.Listen to E For Evolution: X-Amining Grant Morrison's X-Men for our complete breakdown of Morrison's New X-Men Follow Pat's Tumblr or listen to him on Krakoan Exports Follow Oscar on TwitterWant to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Black Scorpion (1995)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 60:44


    Pulp author Brad Mengel is our guest this episode to talk about Roger Corman's low-budget risque superhero film, Black Scorpion! We talk the film's legacy and how it compares to the TV show that followed.Visit Brad's blog.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    The Incredible Hulk (1977)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 69:27


    Perry is joined this week by comic fan and returning guest, D. Ashley Stockdale, to look back at the TV movie/backdoor pilot for The Incredible Hulk TV series! We discuss the changes made from the comics to make it more appealing to TV viewers and how good a job it did.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    The Mask (1994)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 69:11


    Comic creator Ryan Estrada joins Perry to revisit Jim Carrey's first foray into superhero movies—1994's The Mask! Based on the Dark Horse comic, this movie took a much lighter tone than the source material. All these years later, there's still a lot to like about it and the effects mostly hold up.Visit Ryan's website to learn more about his comics.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

    Adventures of Captain Marvel (1941)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 60:49


    NOTE: A previous version of this episode contained incomplete audio. The problem has been fixed.Author, actor, and stuntman Teel James Glenn comes on the show to discuss one of the first superhero movies ever made—1941's Adventures of Captain Marvel! Originally released in serial form, it's a long one. But surprisingly serious and with some really cool technical achievements.Visit The Urban Swashbuckler to find out more about Teel's work.Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show.Patrons get to listen to episodes before everyone else, no ads, and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon!This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12, to save 12% at blendjet.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!FacebookTwitterInstagramContact

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