Podcasts about CGI

This week, we're trading popcorn for poi and heading to the islands, Disney's Lilo & Stitch is back, but now in live action! Does this new take capture the chaotic charm of Stitch and the heartfelt vibes of the original, or is it just a CGI-fueled crash landing?We break down the Ohana feels, alien antics, and all the ways Disney is tugging at our nostalgic heart strings. Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and the definitive answer to: Was this remake necessary, or just intergalactic meddling?

It's time for our next Tiers In Reign ranking, and this week we discuss Star Wars Television shows! From live action to cartoon to CGI, Star Wars has done it all and now it falls on us to pick the best... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a Question!MOVIE DISCUSSION: Shirleon joins Melvin to discuss Death Note (2006)... but not the one you're thinking of! No, they discuss the live-action adaptation that released earlier the same year as its anime counterpart. The two discuss how this adaptation functions on its own as well as compare it to the anime adaptation, and explore the ins-and-outs of Death Note as a whole. Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 22-minutes discussing which of the two movies, The Fantastic Four: First Steps or Superman, will receive the better box-office numbers, if the industry will even be impressed with their sales, and if general audiences have moved on from superheroes. (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)There's some deviation between this live-action adaptation and the anime, but nothing quite as egregious as the Western Netflix adaptation.Briefly talking Ryuk and the CGI.There's an "it" factor that's missing with this adaptation, and Melvin takes some time to explore what that may be.Death Note has a lot of monologues, but they seem to be missing from this live-action adaptation. The two discuss why that might matter.Light Yagami is very self-controlled but profoundly emotional, and neither this live-action adaptation nor the Western Netflix adaptation have figured out how to handle that pairing.Talking about L's live-action portrayal.Talking about the ending.Recommendations:Andor (2022-2025) (Series)Yami Shibai (2013 - X) (Anime) Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & Pins Social Links: Threads Website Substack Instagram Facebook Group

In this episode, we share our thoughts on Disney's new live-action Lilo & Stitch — a heartfelt reimagining that brings Ohana back to the big screen. We break down the film's stunning visuals, emotional performances from Maia Kealoha and Sydney Agudong, and how director Dean Fleischer Camp strikes a perfect balance between practical and CGI to tell a story full of heart. From Stitch's adorable chaos to the deeper themes of grief, sisterhood, and family, this is one movie and review you won't want to miss.Lilo & Stitch opens exclusively in theatres on May 23, 2025 Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HERE

Disaster Month continues with The Day After Tomorrow, where climate change hits fast, Jake Gyllenhaal hides in a library, and Dennis Quaid walks to New York in a blizzard. It's Roland Emmerich doing what he does best: wrecking the world with special effects and barely explaining the science.In this episode, we break down the movie's wild logic, those infamous CGI wolves, and how this frozen mess somehow made half a billion dollars. Is it a misunderstood warning—or just big dumb fun? We've got thoughts. Plus: Letterboxd chaos, peak 2000s vibes, and our final star ratings.Hit play, then subscribe and leave us a review to help us ride the storm.

Welcome back! I start with the Update of the week. I then go to Manny's a Reel Boy where we have fun. I Poke my Jokes from Wednesday and have a lot of fun breaking that down. I end with a CGI debate with Gina about if comedy should have censorship or not. Anyway Listen share review rate and somehow get Spotify off my ass. See you next week God Willing! IA!

In this episode of The 80s and 90s Uncensored, Milo is joined by filmmaker, professor, and host of The Long Rewind podcast to discuss the differences between 1980s and 1990s movies. They talk about how films shifted from the over-the-top, in-your-face style of the 80s to the more personal, writer/director-driven stories of the 90s that reflected Gen X cynicism. The conversation covers the transition from practical effects to CGI, the evolution of action movies, and how the overall moviegoing experience changed across the decades.   Check out Dustin and The Long Rewind at: Web: https://dustinmorrow.com/the-long-rewind/ For More from the 80s and 90s Web: the80sand90s.com    Instagram: @The80sand90sCom  YouTube: The 80s and 90s Overlooked If you enjoy this episode, don't keep it a secret, tell a friend and/or share it on social media so others can experience it as well. You can also show the love with a tip The80sand90s.com/tip  We also enjoy a good coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/the80sand90s

It's Steve's birthday month, and we're honoring it with some serious 90s nostalgia! On this 183rd episode of Hey, Did You See This One?, Jason & Steve are joined by Alex Gow and Chris Murphy to dive into the 1998 sci-fi adventure Lost in Space.We're talking questionable CGI, end-of-the-world anxiety, and peak comfort movie energy - plus, the surprising emotional depth hidden behind the chaos. If you grew up on 90s blockbusters, this one's a time capsule you don't want to miss.Please remember to like, comment, subscribe and click that notification bell for all our updates! It really helps us out!WE HAVE MERCH - https://www.redbubble.com/people/HDYSTMerch/shop?asc=u & http://tee.pub/lic/GdSYxr8bhtYStarring: Gary Oldman, William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, Mimi Rogers, Heather Graham, Lacey Chabert, Jack Johnson & Jared HarrisDirected By: Stephen HopkinsSynopsis: Fast and furious space adventure in which a dying Earth depends on one all-American family for its salvation. On their way to colonise a new world, the family run into some unexpected problems. Soon, they find themselves lost in space with little more than a psychotic villain and a variety of unwholesome aliens for company.Watch LIVE at: https://www.twitch.tv/heydidyouseethisone every Thursday at 8 PM ESTA PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTSCheck us out online at: https://www.ufpodcasts.com/We use White Bat Audio – a user that creates DMCA free music for podcasters and YouTubers. Please follow at: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteBatAudioAudio version of the show: Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heydidyouseethisone Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-did-you-see-this-one/id1712934175YouTube Audio Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD6BOSx2RcKuP4TogMPKXRMCxqfh5k9IU&si=umIaVrghJdJEu2ARMain Intro and Outro Themes created by Josh Howard - remixes by Jacob Hiltz & Jake ThurgoodLogo created by Jeff Robinson#90sMovies #ComfortFilms #LostInSpace #HeyDidYouSeeThisOne

Ash and Alaina delve into the wrong of a bunch of circus freaks that cut the arms off of dolls and ugi CGI tanks in *not* war. Let's rip off sleepaway camp FELLAS.NEXT EPISODE ➟ Ash pendingPATREON (BONUS EPISODES, VIDEO CONTENT, AND MORE!) ➟ https://patreon.com/screampodcastSCREAM! SOCIALS: Instagram ➟ https://z-p42.www.instagram.com/screampodcast/ Facebook ➟ https://www.facebook.com/thescreampod/?ref=py_cSCREAMPODCAST@YAHOO.COMHORROR SOUP SOCIALS: Instagram ➟ https://www.instagram.com/horrorsoup/?hl=enYOUTUBE ➟ https://www.youtube.com/c/HorrorSoupLETTERBOXD (MOVIE REVIEW APP) ➟ https://letterboxd.com/horrorsoupcaleb/~Music Credits~ETHAN HURT – WWW.ETHANHURT.COMKYLE HERMAN - @iamkyleherman on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Bill and Chris engage in a lively discussion about cult cinema, focusing on the film Monstrum. They explore its unique blend of genres, character development, and the political themes that run throughout the narrative. The conversation also touches on listener engagement through Patreon, the significance of costuming, and the metaphorical implications of the monster in relation to power and leadership. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights, creating a dynamic and entertaining dialogue. In this conversation, Chris and Bill delve into the themes of a recent monster movie, exploring its social commentary, character dynamics, and visual effects. They discuss the evolution of the monster's design, the origins of its backstory, and the effectiveness of the CGI used in the film. The conversation culminates in their final thoughts and ratings, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the film. In this conversation, Bill and Chris delve into the absurdities of horror films, particularly focusing on 'Mansion of the Doomed' and its portrayal of a mad doctor. They critique the film's lack of depth in storytelling and character development, while also discussing the police procedural elements that fall flat. The conversation transitions into a review of 'The Conjuring', where they explore the film's cultural impact and the portrayal of the Warrens. Finally, they discuss Marvel's 'Thunderbolts', highlighting its themes and character dynamics, ultimately providing their ratings and recommendations for each film.

The boys try to cheat death's design this week and discuss the fifth installment of this CGI blood filled horror franchise. In other news, David announces a new career change that will undoubtedly change the course of the podcast. But can the Final Destination series change course, cheat death, and possibly deliver The Greatest Movie Ever Made?Final Destination 5 (2011) is directed by Steven Quale and stars Nicholas D'Agosto, Emma Bell, Miles Fisher, Courtney B. Vance, and David KoechnerMusic: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio

A few months back we had a chance to see Clown in a Cornfield. On last week's show we reminded everyone that it was coming to theaters. Its box office performance was still surprising to us. We also talk about how well the new Final Destination movie will probably do- even though it probably shouldn't.We have had a great time with the last two releases from Osgood Perkins. His next film looks like it is going to be awesome. Just check out the hour long promo that was recently revealed. Something frightening is definitely going on there. Plus, what is happening to all the live service horror games?Haunted house stories have long been a part of horror. One of the most popular takes on the sub-genre is whether the haunting is real or a trick. It is probably most well known from Scooby-Doo, but it goes back much further. The Ruse may be a little too on the nose with its title, but it does do some things right.The problem is, with this type of story, you pretty much have to do everything right. Even the smallest mistake can be immersion breaking and ruin the whole thing. And there is a lot of that here. Some of it is so bad it actually becomes funny. Unfortunately, most of it is just plain bad.A Breed Apart is a weird movie. The premise is cut and dry. A group of influencers go to a private island and end up in a battle for survival against a pack of wild dogs. But everything around it is just odd. It is not the fact that the movie never explains exactly what is going on. And it is not because it does not truly find itself until the final ten minutes. It is not even because of the really strange dialogue.What makes it so interesting is the fact that the majority of it may have been done through AI. How can you tell the difference between CGI and AI? How did it impact A Breed Apart? Was the script done with AI? We try to answer these questions and more in our latest show. Adventures in Movies! is a part of the Morbidly Beautiful Podcast Network. Morbidly Beautiful is your one stop shop for all your horror needs. From the latest news and reviews to interviews and old favorites, it can be found at Morbidly Beautiful.Adventures in Movies! is hosted by Nathaniel and Blake. You can find Nathaniel on Instagram at nathaninpoortaste. Blake can be found on Twitter @foureyedhorror and on Instagram at foureyedhorror. You can reach us personally or on Twitter @AdventuresinMo1.Music in the background from https://www.FesliyanStudios.com

SIGN UP –Be the first to know next episodes, get BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS, juicy facts + useful links.Episode......................................................................Contemporary artist Ed Atkins's survey at Tate Britain is best described as an existential theatre with avatars, CGI, motion capture technology, traditional figural drawing, Unreal Engine, filmed performance, experimental writing and much more. You wouldn't leave the shop without paying for your latte, right?Buy us a latte ;-) ⁠⁠https://exhibitionistaspodcast.com/support-us⁠Architect and first-time guest on the podcast, Nick Taylor, and I, get lost, fall into the temporary exhibition through a faulty door, rush through the show to watch the timed film, return a second time because one of us went to Tate Modern first, discuss exhibition-visiting methods, critique wall texts, and reflect upon our own relation with time, narrative, devotion and death.If you enjoyed the episode, you may enjoy my essays on Substack: ⁠⁠https://joanaprneves.substack.com⁠⁠Across all technologies, we've asked the same questions: …are we spectators or actors? …contemplative or engaged? …are images and the people in them dead? …and if so, why are they moving (both as a verb and an adjective)?Hailed as a pioneer of digital technology, Ed Atkins' work found its groove in early experiments with video-editing. These quickly migrated into the world of gaming, with its motion capture and CGI animation, and their striking similarity with live performance through timed duration, but with a complicated relation with the physical world and real, fleshy bodies. For behind the scenes clips and visuals follow us on Instagram: @exhibitionistas_podcastWe discuss: #parenting, #audience #engagement, #theatre spaces, fear, #vulnerability, #narrative building, #virtual realities, #self-representation, #identity, spatial dynamics, #modernism, #existentialism, #mortality, #parenthood, #theatre, #experimental film, emotional detachment, #intergenerational connections, #illness, #family dynamics.Instagram:   @exhibitionistas_podcast  Bluesky: @exhibitionistas.bsky.socialWebsite: https://exhibitionistaspodcast.comChapters00:00 Introduction and Setup02:31 Memories of Tate Modern07:07 Pivotal Moments in Ed Atkins' Career14:03 A Few Points Of Reference For Ed Atkins' Work18:21 When The Artist Writes Their Own Wall Texts22:35 Narratives On And Off The Screen(s)27:17 The Exhibition as Experimental Writing32:07 Narrative Building in Art Experiences37:33 Theatre Without Actors41:03 Self-Representation and Identity in Art46:19 Spatial Dynamics and Human Scale in Art53:23 Modernism and Its Absence in the UK55:31 Life As Utter Devotion, Art As Its Awareness 01:02:36 The Disconnect Between Generations in Art01:07:18 Reading Emotion: Ed Atkin's New Film With Real Actors01:11:40 The Journey Through Illness and Art01:16:51 The Mysterious Case of the Disappearing Spectators01:22:16 OUTROAbout us: If you enjoy the podcast If Books Could Kill and You Are Good, you will enjoy Exhibitionistas, where artists are unveiled through current and pertinent angles, and through thoughts and feelings. These podcasts were a great inspiration for our format because they're nerdy and engaging, researched and approachable. The co-host and the guest co-host engage in a conversation informed by an accessible and lively presentation of the subject, through which you can reflect on a show you've seen or discover it if you can't go, learn or re-evaluate artistic topics crossing over into our everyday lives.

Ready for a remake of a 60's sci-fi TV show that stars the guy from Friends and arguable one of the best actors of our generation (Gary Oldman)? No? Neither were we. This week, the boys review Lost in Space from 1998. Starring William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, Gary Oldman, and Heather Graham. The Robinson family sets out on a journey through the stars in an effort to save the world. But as the name would suggest, they get a little lost, and so does the plot, character development, and CGI.Support the showCatch new episodes of the Where to Stick It Podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. If you like the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon where we upload exclusive content each month for only $3 a month.

In the third of five special episodes to celebrate this podcast's 300th episode, focused on J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy epic The Lord of the Rings, this episode is the second middle chapter, with no beginning and no end, just like The Two Towers.The Two Towers ups the ante from The Fellowship of the Ring, balancing intense action with rich storytelling. This episode focuses on the pivotal Battle of Helm's Deep and the groundbreaking introduction of Gollum, a character that redefined motion capture in film. Gollum's evolution from CGI concept to a fully realized character, is thanks to Andy Serkis' groundbreaking performance. The filming for The Two Towers included gruelling night shoots, and the sheer scale of the battle scenes meant that the crew ended up with "I survived Helm's Deep" t-shirts. It was a monumental filmmaking achievement, taking months to shoot under challenging conditions. The Lord of the Rings wouldn't be The Lord of the Rings, if it didn't feel like The Lord of the Rings, and esteemed Tolkien illustrators Alan Lee and John Howe were brought on as conceptual designers, ensuring visual continuity with the imagery many readers associated with the books. The artistry behind the sets and props in the series reflects a rich history, with every detail crafted to enhance the authenticity of Middle Earth. We wants it, we needs it.This episode is Part 2 of a three-part story, as well as Part 3 of a five-part group of episodes. You probably should take a listen to the previous episode, if you haven't!I would love to hear your thoughts on The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers [Part 3 of 5] !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards and is also now nominated for the Earworm Award at the 2025 Golden Lobes.CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Claudia, Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy, Mike, Luke, Michael, Scott, Brendan, Lisa, Sam, Jack, Dave, Stuart, Nicholas, Zo, Kev, Pete,...

But it did happen. Jack and Corey are joined by writer/director Charles Ingram (Lords of Synth, Funny Or Die) to talk Paul Thomas Anderson's sprawling Valley based epic mosaic, MAGNOLIA (1999)! The three talk the Valley, breaking bones, The Worm, PTA's cocaine energy, Tom Cruise's thetans, The Largo, Jon Brion's amazing score, long prologues, Charles Fort, running into celebrities, double tape movies, making masterpieces, The Anderson Directors, adult braces, good CGI, DVD easter eggs, Cinema Secrets, Movie Magic, Coolio, Anna Nicole Smith, Jerry Maguire, Aimee Mann, Kevin Smith and Frogs.Support the pod by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/cinemapossessedpod and unlock the Cinema Possessed Bonus Materials, our bi-monthly bonus episodes where we talk about more than just what's in our collection.Instagram: instagram.com/cinemapossessedpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinemapossessedpodEmail: cinemapossessedpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textThe conversation shifts to Marvel's surprising box office hit "Thunderbolts," which has topped charts for two consecutive weekends. We break down why this particular entry has connected with audiences when recent Marvel offerings have faltered – examining how its grounded approach, practical location shooting, and thoughtful mental health themes provide a refreshing alternative to CGI-heavy spectacles. Florence Pugh's star power and David Harbour's charismatic performance contribute to a film that feels contained yet consequential within the larger Marvel universe.Summer movie season approaches with promising titles, and we analyze recent trailers for Spike Lee's "High to Low," Celine Song's rom-com "The Materialist," the final "Conjuring" installment, and Zach Cregger's anticipated horror follow-up "Weapons." With Cannes Film Festival underway, we speculate about potential award contenders like Ari Aster's "Eddington" and Julia Ducournau's "Alpha," considering how the festival increasingly predicts Oscar success. Between passionate discussions of cinema, friendship, and even NBA playoff drama, this episode captures the joy of reconnecting as a team across distances while celebrating our enduring love of film.Send us your thoughts using the link in our show description, and follow us on Instagram and Letterboxd to join the conversation between episodes!Support the show

This week, thanks to a listener donation, Mike and Mike are looking back on their childhoods and diving into MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS: THE MOVIE! Listen to them talk everything Ivan Ooze, low-rent CGI, recognizing toys that they had, and why Digimon is better than Pokémon.

SEASON 2 - EPISODE 141 - DP & VFX Relationship - with Greig Fraser & Paul Lambert In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, cinematographer Greig Fraser (Season 1, Episodes 29, 57, 63, 69 & Season 2, Episodes 50, 51, 100) and VFX supervisor Paul Lambert (Season 1, Episode 107) return to talk about the modern relationship between the cinematography and visual effects departments. Throughout the episode, we frequently refer to Paul's and Greig's collaboration on both DUNE films, and they reveal how they realized several scenes and overcame the endless challenges of shooting the film with the support of one another. They share why they utilized painted backings to assist in set extension over blue screens or LED walls, and we later swap strategies for figuring out how to maintain the illusion of a flying helicopter. Greig also reveals what makes him proud about a particular all-CG shot in DUNE: PART II, and Paul breaks down what an audience really means when they see “bad CGI” in a film. Towards the end, we discuss the merging of animation and live-action filmmaking, and we look ahead to what the future may bring. - Recommended Viewing: DUNE (2021), DUNE: PART II (2024) - This episode is sponsored by Aputure & Profoto

In this episode of the Say What Again Billy? podcast, Joey and Billy dive into the historic rise of Pope Leo XIV—the very first American Pope. But as any true conspiracy enthusiast knows, the Vatican has long been at the center of countless mysteries and secrets. From the rumored hidden chambers beneath Vatican City to theories about CGI being used to conceal the possible early death of a past pope, the boys tackle it all. Tune in as they explore the wildest and most intriguing conspiracies surrounding the Vatican and its powerful leaders—right from the heart of Rome, Italy.

What happens when an old-school creative jumps headfirst into AI? In this episode of Leader Generation, Tessa Burg talks with Sergio Cardona for an eye-opening look at how technology is changing the creative process.  Sergio shares his journey from traditional design roots to becoming a leader in AI-driven creativity, showing how curiosity and adaptability can open new doors for any creative professional. You'll hear how tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT help Sergio move faster, break through creative blocks, and tell richer, more engaging stories.  But this conversation goes beyond tools—it's about mindset. Whether you're a designer, marketer, or just AI-curious, you'll walk away with fresh insights on how to partner with technology without losing the human spark that makes great work stand out. Give it a listen—you'll be inspired to rethink what's possible. Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op.    About Sergio Cardona: Lead AI Designer at Mod Op, Sergio Cardona is a multidisciplinary designer with a focus on packaging design, 3D packaging CGI, modeling and creative technology. He moved to the U.S. at 17 and studied Packaging Design at FIT. Since starting his career in 2007, he's grown his skills by blending traditional design with new tools and technologies. He's now expanding into AI design, bringing intelligent systems into his workflow while staying true to strong design fundamentals. By combining classic design, motion and 3D packaging CGI with the power of AI, Sergio creates work that's both creative and scalable. He's known for balancing sharp visual instincts with a systems-driven mindset—treating design as both a craft and a collaboration between human creativity and technology.   About Tessa Burg: Tessa is the Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op and Host of the Leader Generation podcast. She has led both technology and marketing teams for 15+ years. Tessa initiated and now leads Mod Op's AI/ML Pilot Team, AI Council and Innovation Pipeline. She started her career in IT and development before following her love for data and strategy into digital marketing. Tessa has held roles on both the consulting and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa can be reached on LinkedIn or at Tessa.Burg@ModOp.com.

Artwork from Key of Dreams When you're working on a project with other people, a comic collaboration for example, it's usually best to decide on different roles for everyone according to what they're best at (writer, artist, layout design, pencils, inks, colour, backgrounds lettering etc), and let them handle it. You don't micromanage and make decisions for them. Basically they're the “experts” on those things now so you wait and see what they do. The idea for this Quackcast came to me after someone defended the super clunky Star Wars prequels with the old argument that George Lucas created them and he also created the original Star Wars so he must know best and certainly better than any “haters”. In reality though the prequels are an excellent example of why you MUST defer to people who know better. The original trilogy of Star Wars movies were created at a time when George was still a small fish in a big pond, he wasn't powerful or rich enough to have much control in the industry at that stage. He came up with great ideas (Star Wars, Indiana Jones etc), but had to rely on the studio system to get them made, which meant he had to collaborate with people who's job it was to make great movies: directors, script editors, Foley artists, casting directors, concept designers, model makers etc. As well as studio execs and producers. He had to compromise on what was feasible. But after the massive success of the movies, making a mint off of the sale of IP and merchandising, and his SFX studio Industrial Light and Magic being the industry standard, many years later when Luca worked on the prequels he had unrivalled power. He didn't have to defer to anyone anymore, he didn't have to collaborate or make compromises. He was the last word and he knew best… Except he didn't. In the years since he made those initial movies he hadn't directed much or written many scripts and the Prequels show that all too well with bad dialogue, clunky direction, bad plot choices etc. He even got rid of his expert model makers and all the work they did and used CGI instead because it gave him more control. TL,DR: The original Star Wars were good because they were made as collaborative projects by very experienced people while the prequels were mainly controlled by a guy who lacked a lot of expertise and it shows. The Dunning Kruger effect makes us think we're experts in things we only know a little about, ALL of us suffer from it constantly, even me, but when you've had some success in a field: that gives you confirmation bias that “proves” you really ARE an expert. This was Lucas's position during the prequels. I've worked in 2 collabs recently, Bottomless Waitress with Banes and Key of Dreams with Tantz and Banes. On both those projects we all have distinct roles and we stuck with them very easily! We worked within them and didn't ever bump into each other or try and take over anyone's role and so these are good examples of smooth collaborations which produce results people like. Bands are great examples of collaborative projects, especially when they're working with people who all get the chance to shine and handle their own roles. This is why I love Led zeppelin so much: back in the day Jimmy Page was the band leader and lead guitarist but he let each member handle what they were best at in their own way so it worked as a group of collaborative experts and you can really hear that in the sound! I ramble because I'm tired and I have a headache but I think this is an interesting point: You can't be an expert at everything so when you work with others let them handle what they do best and you do what you do best. There are many examples of great collaborative projects where many people working on them are great at what they do and come together to produce something magical. Some of my faves are Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds (rock opera), Led Zeppelin, The Life of Brian, The Empire Strikes Back and more… What are yours? This week it's another best off from Gunwallace! The Jacket Comic - Wiry, punk, gritty, shiny and cool, this one jangles in on lyrical chords, sounding indie-rock with an almost Arabian flavour at times as the strings howl and echo up and down the scales. A rocky tune it for the coolest jacket in the world. Topics and shownotes Links Featured comic: Highly Devolved - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/news/2025/may/06/featured-comic-highly-devolved/ Featured music: The Jacket Comic - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/The_Jacket_Comic/ - by RTHaldeman, rated M. 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Finding Focus and Freedom with Steven Puri WHR 3.223: From Hollywood to Home Office – How Steven Puri Built a Happiness-Driven Company Episode Summary: In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim chats with Steven Puri, Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. Steven shares his journey from producing Hollywood blockbusters like Independence Day and Star Trek to building a tech company that helps remote workers reclaim their time and joy. He reveals how listening to real user feedback transformed his focus app, how failures in early ventures shaped his leadership, and why his mission now is rooted in happiness, not hustle. This conversation dives deep into tenacity, parenting, AI, and the evolving meaning of work. Who is Steven Puri? Steven Puri is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. His mission is to help millions of remote workers focus better, work smarter, and ultimately live happier lives. Before launching Sukha, Steven had an impressive career in both film and tech—starting out as a newscaster, then a software engineer, and eventually producing CGI effects for Oscar-winning films. He served as a senior executive at 20th Century Fox and DreamWorks, managing major franchises like Die Hard and Star Trek. Today, from his home base in Austin, TX, he's focused on using technology to create a more mindful and balanced remote work experience. Connect with Steven Puri: Website: https://thesukha.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpuri Host Contact Details: Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com In this Episode: At 00:41, Steven shares the origin of the Sukha Company, including how a user's feedback inspired its name and mission. At 06:57, he opens up about walking away from Hollywood to rediscover purpose and fulfillment through tech. At 12:00, he talks about how tenacity—not talent—was the key to long-term success, both in film and entrepreneurship. At 15:06, Steven offers insight into raising a child with values and freedom to explore their passions. At 22:09, the conversation turns to AI and the philosophical question of truth in a digital world. At 28:12, in the Guest Solo segment, Steven gives us a deep dive into the Sukha platform and how it's helping engineers, designers, and writers focus better and work less.

Join us for a classic retro movie review from our Patreon archive at When It Was Cool. The 1933 monster movie classic King Kong! What a fun movie this was. While the stop motion animation may seem antiquated when compared to modern CGI movies, the story and presentation of the original King Kong movie is still a pleasure to watch! Support When It Was Cool on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiwcool

Send us a textStep back into the sewers with us as we celebrate the groundbreaking 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film—a movie that holds the distinction of being the most profitable indie film until Blair Witch came along nearly a decade later. What makes this original adaptation so special? Why do all subsequent reboots pale in comparison?From Jim Henson's revolutionary puppetry work to the perfect blend of humor and heart, we break down the film scene by scene, highlighting memorable moments like Raphael's anger issues, Casey Jones' vigilante introduction, and the emotional connection between Splinter and his turtle sons. Did you know each actor who wore a turtle suit also appeared in human cameos throughout the movie? Or that Corey Feldman voiced Donatello for a mere $7,000 because he didn't think the film would succeed?The conversation naturally flows into our recent entertainment experiences, from the immersive world of Oblivion Remastered to Disney+'s surprisingly gritty Daredevil series. We debate the merits of practical effects versus CGI, reminisce about classic gaming mechanics, and share recommendations for games like Space Marines 2 and the upcoming Ready or Not.Whether you're a longtime TMNT fan or simply appreciate groundbreaking filmmaking, this nostalgic deep dive captures why some cultural touchstones continue to resonate decades later. The practical effects, authentic performances, and earnest storytelling of the original Turtles film created something special that modern technology simply can't replicate—proving sometimes, the original recipe remains the best.Support the show

This and all episodes at: https://aiandyou.net/ . How to manage the integration of AI at scale into the enterprise is the territory of today's guest, Diane Gutiw, Vice President and leader of the AI research center at the global business consultancy CGI. She holds a PhD in Medical Information Technology Management and has led collaborative strategy design and implementation planning for advanced analytics and AI for large organizations in the energy and utilities, railway, and government healthcare sectors.  In part 2, we talk about synthetic data, digital triplets, agentic AI and continuous autonomous improvement, and best practices for compliance.  All this plus our usual look at today's AI headlines. Transcript and URLs referenced at HumanCusp Blog.        

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text! The Naked Texture Artist is a podcast where VFX/animation veterans have deep and honest conversations about their challenges and growth as working artists.  Welcome to the sixth and penultimate slice from my conversation with the Dragon Lady. In this part I finally bring up the reason I wanted to talk to her: Is Myriam Catrin the world's best texture artist? Her work speaks for itself, but more than ability and talents, it is Myriam's humanity that make her one of the great and truly special artists. I am sure you will agree, when you have listened to her take on all the greatness talk. There is no sunshine without occasional darkness: Myriam shares a very personal episode, where her work broke her and how she managed to steer herself back to health again.  If you want to know the innerworkings of one of the best texture artists in VFX today, the highs and the lows, Myriam shares very generously and fearlessly of her experience. Enjoy! Myriam is a fantastic artist, who's work and interests reach far beyond VFX.  Do yourself a favour, please, and explore and support the amazing work Myriam also does:  https://www.artstation.com/myriamcatrin  Sadly her amazing comic book, Passages, is currently sold out. But look out for new print runs here:  https://shop.publicdomain.paris/product/passages-myriam-catrin  Myriam has also recently contributed beautiful artwork to the Modern Calligraphy Bible:  https://schifferbooks.com/products/modern-calligraphy-bible  As well as the exciting project Nariko's Voyage, which is in development for TV: https://www.narikosvoyage.com/  We also talk about the multi-facetted Martin Hill, who's excellent pottery can be found here: https://www.martinhillceramics.com/ Hokusai of legend:  https://images.app.goo.gl/S1PvUoHf7wVptqNJ6  We refer back to Steven Pressfield's indispensable book The War of Art. Read it many, many times. It will enable you to do your best work: https://stevenpressfield.com/books/the-war-of-art/  Myriam refers to the breakthrough style of Alberto Mielgo, who of course created the seminal Jibaro episode for Love Death + Robots  https://www.albertomielgo.com/  The Naked Texture Artist is produced by Marque Pierre Sondergaard. Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thenakedtextureartist Contact us on thenakedtextureartist@gmail.com Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/thenakedtextureartist/ Music copyright belongs to Tycho for the song Awake - https://tychomusic.com/ Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com

Carlo takes us into the cosmic void with Rat Scratch Fever (2011)—Jeff Leroy's creature-feature about mutant rats from Mars that rip through Los Angeles using every special effect known to man: CGI, practical gore, puppets, stop-motion, green screen, etc. It's an ambitious no-budget feat that must be seen to be believed! Plus: what we've been watching, 20,000 calorie meals, coochie rats, and more! Join our Patreon if you can! Hey, why not call us on our hotline? (724) 246-4669!

“Sound Speed Action” is back with the newest episode in our countdown to Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning. Now we're entering Christopher McQuarrie mode with the next film: Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation (2015).Writer and veteran Hollywood script doctor Christopher McQuarrie directs his first Mission Impossible and assembles a great team behind the camera to inject more energy into this thrill ride. Joe Kraemer delivers a pulsing orchestral score straight out of the original TV series. Eddie Hamilton joins as the wizard editor (Top Gun: Maverick, Kingsman), keeping everything moving at a fun clip.We talk about what we really enjoyed. Cruise is great, but Simon Pegg's Benji really steps up and commands his scenes. Rebecca Ferguson's debut as MI6 agent Ilsa Faust is superb—she elevates the movie with charisma and badassery. Sean Harris is fun as our super creepy villain, though it's tough to get too excited since the bar for villains hasn't been set very high. Alec Baldwin as Hunley is fantastic, and McQuarrie uses him brilliantly as a way for the franchise to poke fun at itself (“Sir, Hunt is the living manifestation of destiny—and he has made you his mission”). The Vienna Opera House sequence is a unique thrill.Some odd choices pop up—the snakeskin shirt (you'll know it when you see it), and a bad CGI car flip. But honestly, there's not much to knock.McQuarrie's been hyped up a lot on this show already, and now that we're here at his first Mission as director… what do you think? Enough action for you? We haven't even begun yet.Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation is available to stream now on Prime Video and Paramount Plus. It's also available to rent and buy now on all platforms. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sohrabsmovieq.substack.com

Synopsis This film follows Kakihara, a sadomasochistic yakuza whose boss goes missing. He sets out on a path of kidnapping and torture to find the man who did this, only to find out that the culprit, Ichi, is a complete sadistic psychopath. Chaos and gore ensue. Review This movie is a lot better than I remember, and I remember loving it. The opening sequence hooks you immediately, with sped up camera movements and manga like color grading at times. This reveals to the viewer that what you're about to watch isn't a typical action/horror film. This movie does have its problems, as it has laughably bad CGI at times, but if you can get past those three or four shots you can enjoy this movie. My other issue with the film is the treatment of the women on screen. It's absolutely devastating, depraved, and nausea inducing. To be fair, mostly everyone dies in this movie and whether you're a woman or not in this world, you're gonna get tortured. So I guess it's kinda fair in the end. At first glance it's very much torture porn, but there's a real story there that provokes humanity's most suppressed subconscious emotions. Ichi the Killer exemplifies the unpredictability of human perseverance and the utmost underbelly of society. This movie does not beg you to sympathize or revel in its grotesqueness. It wants you to be uncomfortable, it does not want you to like these characters at all. I love cinema that makes me squirm. I would be remiss not to mention that the costumes are divine, especially our main man Kakihara's fly suits. The iridescent one he wears in his final scene is stunning.  I really do love this movie, it can be extremely tough to watch at some particularly gory times, but it's great if you can stomach it. Just don't try to eat dinner while you watch it.  Score 8/10

The Epic Conclusion to the Original Star Wars TrilogyJoin hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with special guest Francis Zagarigo, as they dive into the thrilling conclusion of the original Star Wars trilogy—Return of the Jedi (1983). This episode explores how the final installment wraps up the saga with its unforgettable characters, iconic scenes, and the ultimate battle between good and evil.Francis shares that this was his first time watching the film and declares it his favorite of the trilogy. Nathan, on the other hand, ranks it third but acknowledges its powerful ending. The hosts debate the merits of the Jabba's Palace sequence, with Krissy humorously describing it as "a Colombian drug dealer's backyard party," complete with dancing girls and bounty hunters.The group also examines Luke Skywalker's character arc, noting his all-black costume and monk-like demeanor, which hint at his potential temptation by the dark side. They highlight the reveal of Luke's green lightsaber, a practical filmmaking choice that perfectly aligns with his character's evolution.Key Topics CoveredThe impressive Jabba the Hutt puppet that weighed 2,000 pounds and cost $500,000 to buildThe problematic yet iconic "Slave Leia" metal bikini costumeThe Ewoks as an allegory for indigenous peoples overcoming technologically superior invadersIan McDiarmid's scene-stealing performance as Emperor PalpatineThe emotional redemption of Darth Vader and his sacrifice to save LukeThe satisfying conclusion that brings the original trilogy full circleSpecial edition changes, including CGI additions and an altered musical numberHost Ratings and Deep Cut RecommendationsThe hosts rate the film highly: Francis and Nathan both give it 8.5 out of 10 Ewoks, while Krissy insists it deserves a perfect 10 out of 10 Ewoks. For "deep cut" recommendations, Nathan suggests The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King as another excellent trilogy conclusion, Francis recommends Gremlins 2, and Krissy suggests Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars.Whether you're a lifelong Star Wars fan or experiencing the trilogy for the first time, this episode captures the magic that made Return of the Jedi an unforgettable cinematic experience that continues to resonate with audiences decades later. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Episode Title: "Thunderbolts: The Marvel Misfits Assemble (and Self-Destruct?)"In this explosive episode of Popcorn Paparazzi, we dive headfirst into Marvel's latest team-up of lovable antiheroes, The Thunderbolts! From Florence Pugh's dry wit to David Harbour's dad-bod brawls, we're breaking down the chaotic charm (and questionable choices) of this misfit mission to save the world—and themselves.What worked? What flopped harder than a CGI fight scene at midnight? And how many popcorn buckets did it earn? Tune in as we spill the kernels, call out the clichés, and (politely) debate whether Marvel's bad kids club deserves detention… or a sequel.Spoiler Alert & Listener Discretion Advised: We talk all about the movie, twists, turns. You've been warned!

Steven Puri, Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company and former Academy Award-winning CGI producer and Hollywood executive, shares his insights from movie production and experiences as a tech entrepreneur. Emphasizing applied learning, Steven offers strategic and tactical insights for designing remote and hybrid work, cultivating focus, and supporting fulfilled cohesive teams to reduce churn. Drawing parallels with the Hollywood model, he discusses project-based collaboration, individualized productivity rhythms, and creating environments that support deep, self-directed learning and growth.     TAKEAWAYS   [01:33] Steven shares how each beneficial life opportunity has come from unexpected “left turns.”   [01:57] Early on, Steven balances interests in journalism and coding, influenced by his engineer parents.   [03:42] At USC, Steven's tech fluency gives him entrée to film during the shift from analog to digital.   [04:30] Working on trailers and music videos, Steven connects with aspiring filmmakers and directors.   [05:26] Independence Day needs digital effects launching Steven's Hollywood experience producing visual effects for major directors and films.   [06:49] Co-founding a company after Academy Award success, the team delivers for investors.   [10:43] Returning to technology to have agency, Steven starts and raises money for two tech companies.   [12:01] Reviewing failed ventures, Steven's top learning is to listen more to others.   [13:30] Recognizing the Hollywood production cycle has always operated in remote, hybrid and in-person phases.   [14:50] How remote/hybrid/in-person phases of filmmaking offer insights for modern work design.   [15:37] The principle about personal productivity is to find a dedicated place where your mind settles.   [18:17] In film projects, separation of visionary and operational leadership roles is critical.   [19:18] ‘Flow' principles—such as feedback loops and daily metrics—enables continuous improvement.   [20:42] End of day progress reviews in film production supports high-intensity teamwork.   [23:32] Creative breakthroughs are enabled when the brain is distracted, not singularly focused.   [27:07] Steven buys a friend's startup's code base to build upon the to-do list using Hollywood learning. [28:07] The Sukha platform is rooted in work design insights to enable deep focus.   [29:55] The app improves focus by limiting overwhelm and breaking major tasks into sub-steps.   [31:07] Sukha's assistant adapts to personal styles—momentum-building or starting with difficult tasks.   [33:38] Understanding your own work rhythms to optimize for deep productivity.   [35:17] Sukha uses curated music and real environmental sounds scientifically tuned for flow states.   [37:30] Timers and breaks prevent burnout and encourage brain recovery post-focus.   [38:49] Feedbacks help users learn from distractions and track progress with real-time productivity scores.   [40:08] Optional co-working “coffee shop” to share energy and foster community accountability.   [41:06] Social facilitation theory supports the idea that seeing others work can increase your output.   [44:41] A user describes how Sukha helps him be being present with his kids or lose the whole day.   [45:46] The goal is not just productivity, but meaningful, self-fulfilling work that leads to happiness.   [46:18] Steven renames the company “Sukha” - a Sanskrit word meaning happiness and self-fulfillment – which is his ultimate goal for people to achieve.   [46:51] IMMEDIATE ACTION TIP: Cultivating self-fulfilled, cohesive teams reduces churn. If people are enabled to do great work, they want to stay.       RESOURCES   Steven Puri on LinkedIn The Sukha Company website Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport       QUOTES   “That pulse has existed for a hundred years in film. It is very well respected. Here's what you do as a leader of these teams that are remote, hybrid, in person, hybrid, remote.” “Set your environment up properly—that's one principle of getting into flow.” “The principle about productivity, even if you work from your home, have a dedicated place where your mind settles into, ‘oh this is where I focus'.” “You can only be as good as you want to be. We are just tools to help you be great. To do something that you're capable of. You have inside you something great if we can help you get it out. That's why I'm here.” “We want to evoke that coffee shop—that clubhouse of people all trying to write the next great script.” About creativity: “It's always about the other thing.”

Kulap Vilaysack (Add To Cart) joins Jason, June and Paul to break down Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3 starring Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst. The four discuss how the movie is mostly about Mary Jane's failed Broadway career, all the bad CGI, Peter Parker basically becoming Austin Powers, and how there are simply too many villains. (Originally Released 07/17/2012) Get tix for our May 9th Toronto show at hdtgm.comHave a correction or omission for Last Looks? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail!Buy HDTGM merch at howdidthisgetmade.dashery.com/Order Paul's book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaJoin the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmShop our new hat collection at podswag.comPaul's Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerPaul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerFollow Paul on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheerSubscribe to Enter The Dark Web w/ Paul and Rob Huebel: youtube.com/@enterthedarkwebListen to Unspooled with Paul and Amy Nicholson: unspooledpodcast.comListen to The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael: thedeepdiveacademy.com/podcastInstagram: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & @junedianeTwitter: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & msjunediane Jason is not on social mediaEpisode transcripts available at how-did-this-get-made.simplecast.com/episodesGet access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using the link: siriusxm.com/hdtgm

Sometimes, the fire of creativity is struck not by lightning but by the slow, smoldering ache of dissatisfaction. And in today's soul-stirring conversation, we welcome Shawn Whitney, a filmmaker who found cinema not in the corridors of academia, but in the quiet rebellion of self-taught screenwriting and micro-budget filmmaking. Shawn Whitney is a screenwriter, director, and founder of Micro Budget Film Lab who empowers indie creators to tell powerful stories on shoestring budgets.Our journey with Shawn begins not in childhood fantasies of movie stardom, but in the dense woods of Brechtian theater and the quiet study of old black-and-white films. His path wandered, as many worthwhile ones do, through rejection, basement solitude, and heartbreak—until something within him demanded not just expression but transmutation. Shawn didn't study film in college. Instead, he emerged from the theater world and fell into filmmaking after a failed workshop production left him broke and dispirited. Yet that fall became his rise. As he said, “I just started writing screenplays and learning the craft in the quiet shadows.”There's something beautiful in learning the art of story not from glamorous sets or high-priced workshops but from the bones of failed experiments and the echoes of dialogue bouncing around your own mind.Shawn described his education not with fanfare but humility—referencing Sid Field, Blake Snyder, and the ever-controversial Save the Cat—tools that became his spiritual guides, not rigid masters. And with every script, he refined a method. Not the method, mind you. A method. “You just need a method. You can't just be anarchy,” he mused.But perhaps what struck me most was Shawn's philosophy that screenwriting is not just structure—it's an argument about what makes life meaningful. Films, he insists, must be animated not by market trends, but by inner turmoil, by the strange flickering passions of the human heart. “It can't just be about chopping up zombies. Your characters must go through an inner transformation.” That idea—that a film is a living question—sets Shawn apart in a world often obsessed with following the formula instead of feeling the pulse.Shawn's micro-budget films—“A Brand New You” and “F*cking My Way Back Home”—aren't just titles that stick. They are rebellious acts of filmmaking born from limited means and limitless creativity.His stories unfold not in sprawling CGI landscapes, but in human longing, funny sadness, and philosophical absurdity. One film follows a man trying to clone his dead wife in the living room. Another explores redemption from the passenger seat of a towed Cutlass Supreme. With a budget of $7,000 and a borrowed tow truck, Shawn pulled off scenes that feel bigger than most tentpole blockbusters.But filmmaking, for Shawn, isn't just about his own expression. Through Micro Budget Film Lab, he's become a teacher, a mentor, and a kind of mad scientist in the alchemical lab of storytelling. His passion is not merely to direct, but to help others break free from the gatekeeping systems that keep fresh stories from being told. “We need a micro budget movement,” he declared, envisioning a cinematic rebellion where filmmakers use what they have to tell stories no one else dares to.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

Frank and Jonathan break down Marvel's surprise decision to market Thunderbolts as The New Avengers and share a spoiler‑free then spoiler‑filled review of the film. They explore its focus on mental health, standout character arcs, and smaller‑scale storytelling that still packs emotional weight. The episode also features an in‑depth interview with producer Caitlin Delaney, who explains what a service producer really does, how to launch movies on tight budgets, and why mentorship shortens every filmmaker's learning curve. The hosts wrap with the latest entertainment headlines and weekly streaming picks. Timestamps and Topics 00:00  Introduction and episode roadmap 00:19  Thunderbolts becomes The New Avengers marketing shift 02:39  Thirty‑second spoiler‑free first reactions 03:09  Themes of loneliness, identity, and reaching out 05:24  Character deep dive: Yelena, Red Guardian, US Agent 07:03  MCU tonal shift toward smaller budgets and bigger heart 10:35  Spoiler zone: Bob versus the void and inception‑style mindscapes 24:02  Indie sensibilities from director Jake Schreier 26:35  Two mid‑credit scenes and future Avengers team speculation 30:44  Ratings: Frank 8 of 10, Jonathan 9 of 10 31:31  News roundup: Gears of War Reloaded, Shōgun season two, Peaky Blinders return, Fantastic Four prequel comics, new Hunger Games film 40:44  Interview: producer Caitlin Delaney on budgets, genre trends, and her online mentorship academy 57:00  Creating passion projects while keeping crews employed 1:06:11  Weekly recommendations and show close Key Takeaways The New Avengers rebrand signals Marvel's intent to elevate a “B‑team” while keeping audience expectations realistic. The film's core message highlights mental health struggles and self‑worth, showing how even “benchwarmers” can rise. Smaller budget and limited CGI allow richer character moments that tug at viewers' emotions. Bob Reynolds / Sentry introduces massive power balanced by bipolar‑coded vulnerability, hinting at future MCU stakes. Indie director Jake Schreier's muted color palette and tight locations give the movie an A24 vibe within the MCU. Two credit tags tease Red Guardian's comedic future and a stronger rival Avengers squad led by Sam Wilson. Producer Caitlin Delaney explains how service producers turn money and script into finished films and why every creative benefits from mentorship. Memorable Quotes “Even the kid on the bench can hit a home run.” — Frank “The boundaries in your mind are also paper thin. You can break through them.” — Jonathan “Everybody in the industry needs to think like a producer now.” — Caitlin Delaney Call to Action Enjoyed the conversation? Subscribe on your favorite app, leave a quick review, and share the episode using #GeekFreaksPodcast so more geeks can join the fun. Links and Resources All news stories sourced from GeekFreaksPodcast.com Explore Caitlin Delaney's producing academy: https://www.uplight.ca/  Thunderbolts and MCU Watch list: Black Widow, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Ant‑Man and the Wasp Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspod Listener Questions We love spotlighting community thoughts. Send topic ideas, MCU hot‑takes, or filmmaking questions to podcast@geekfreakspodcast.com and we may feature you in an upcoming episode. apple podcast tags: Geek Freaks, Thunderbolts review, The New Avengers, Marvel Cinematic Universe, MCU mental health, Caitlin Delaney interview, indie filmmaking, movie producing, geek culture, comic book movies

In this episode of Challenge Accepted, Thomas and Frank head to Ryme City to revisit Detective Pikachu. They explore the film's visual appeal, world-building, and nostalgia, while sharing honest takes on its storytelling flaws. The conversation evolves into a broader discussion about the legacy of the film, its place in the video game adaptation timeline, and dream ideas for future Pokémon spin-offs—including a wild Squirtle Squad firefighter story. This episode is packed with laughs, sharp critiques, and deep fandom love. Timestamps and Topics: 00:00 Introduction to Detective Pikachu 01:00 First impressions and shifting opinions 02:00 Comparing Detective Pikachu to Sonic the Hedgehog 03:00 Movie breakdown and plot summary 08:00 Pokémon worldbuilding and favorite scenes 12:00 Underground fight pit and Pokémon realism 15:00 Tim, Pikachu, and using game logic 18:00 Psyduck, Lucy, and weak character arcs 21:00 Missed story opportunities and writing flaws 24:00 Dreaming up a Squirtle Squad firefighter movie 27:00 Movie's legacy and impact on future game films 30:00 The art of live-action and CGI hybrid filmmaking 33:00 Appreciating effort in adaptations 35:00 Behind-the-scenes facts and filmmaking techniques 38:00 Final thoughts and the future of Pokémon films Key Takeaways: The movie's visuals and Pokémon realism are standout features, especially in Ryme City. Story and character development, especially Lucy's role, felt undercooked. Detective Pikachu helped pave the way for more ambitious and successful video game adaptations like The Last of Us and Sonic. Despite some gripes, the film remains a fun and rewatchable Saturday flick. Practical effects and puppet work played a huge role in creating believable CGI interactions. Thomas pitches a Squirtle Squad spin-off that's too good not to greenlight. Quotes: "Detective Pikachu had to walk so Sonic could run." "Ryan Reynolds didn't become Pikachu—Pikachu became Ryan Reynolds." "This world feels like Pokémon could actually exist. That's the real magic." "Lucy deserved more. Her arc was right there—they just didn't give it to her." "I want the Squirtle Squad to be rogue firefighters. Give them sunglasses. Let's go." Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your fellow Pokémon fans using the hashtag #ChallengeAcceptedPod. Your support keeps our Poké Balls rolling! Links and Resources:

In this horror-packed review, Adam dives into The Final Destination (2009), the fourth entry in the iconic Final Destination franchise, known for its gruesome deaths and suspenseful twists. Released in eye-popping 3D, this installment follows Nick O'Bannon (Bobby Campo), who narrowly escapes a deadly racetrack disaster after a chilling premonition—only to discover that death doesn't give up so easily. As we count down to the upcoming Final Destination: Bloodlines, join us as we revisit the carnage, creativity, chaos and bad CGI that made this one of the weaker entries. Whether you're a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, this spoiler-filled breakdown will have you watching your back. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more horror reviews and franchise deep-dives!Follow Adam on Letterboxd - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://letterboxd.com/almostsideways/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daly Notes is hosted by Adam Daly and is a part of the AlmostSideways family.Find AlmostSideways everywhere!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠almostsideways.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AlmostSideways Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @almostsideways⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Terry's Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @almostsideterry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Zach's Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @pro_zach36Todd: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Too Cool for Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adam's Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @adamsideways⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber⁠⁠

Join Matt and me for Episode 132 as we close out our journey through Andrew Lloyd Webber's movie musicals with the most baffling, bedazzled entry of them all: Cats (2019). Yes, that movie—the one with digital fur technology, floating Judi Dench monologues, and enough odd choices to fill a Heaviside Layer of think pieces.We're joined by Ryan Halbrook as we unravel what went wrong—and what maybe could've gone right. Matt actually really liked it (bless his Jellicle heart), so we promise this isn't just a cinematic roast. There's magic somewhere under all that CGI… probably.Support the Conner & Smith Show on Patreon here:https://www.patreon.com/ConnerandSmith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Welcome back! I start as usual with the Update of the week I had, then go to Manny's a Reel Boy where we learn laugh and love. I then Poke My Jokes from Thursday at Bogies and add Wednesday at City Lounge. I then end in CGI, where Chatty Gina aka Gina and I talk about current events in the middle east, and then debate if comedy should be censored. I then end the pod to eat and watch With Honors. I love you all and see you next week God Willing! IA!

May the 4th be with you! And Happy 39th  Birthday to Art Trejo.    To celebrate both occasions we're going to be reviewing the 1st Star Wars movie.....or technically the 4th...or technically the 5th Star Wars movie....Star Wars.....A New Hope....Insert a CGI alien walking across your screen -----> here.  Add Storm trooper subscribing to the Patreon ------>There.    anyways... As always follow us on the stuff Merch Store- http://tee.pub/lic/doEoXMI_oPI Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Artandjacobdoamerica Website- https://artandjacobdoamerica.com/ Network- https://podbelly.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/artandjacobdoamerica YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0rT6h3N2pWtlkxaqgIvaZw?view_as=subscriber Twitter- https://twitter.com/ArtandJacobDoA1 Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/artandjacobdoamerica/   ALSO! Make sure you're checking out our sponsor https://cavemancoffeeco.com  

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the 25th Anniversary segment on Triple H with Shawn Michaels and Vince McMahon, Velveteen Dream controversy and future, the latest AEW-NXT ratings, AEW Double or Nothing line-up speculation, Money in the Bank developments and predictions, could CGI fans work on a wrestling show, the finals set up for the TNT Championship tournament, Money in the Bank developments and early predictions, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

We've officially joined the YouTube Partner Club! After grinding since 2008, juggling podcasts, vlogs, and random magic tricks, our channel hit the golden subscriber and watch-hour marks. Huge thanks to the 2,000+ of you who clicked “subscribe,” even though 67% of you apparently still haven't—seriously, what are we doing? Hit that button, ring the bell, and join the fam so we can analyze those new analytics together.All day every day I'm winning on Twitter. Want free stuff? Follow me: I stick to three rules—follow only the host and one other account, comment once (max one friend tag), and skip any extra hoops. That's how I snag Sheetz snack vouchers, a holographic Articuno card, and now… a one-of-one Saul Goodman apron straight from the Breaking Bad set. He's legit-verified, sent me a selfie request, and I'm flaunting Gustavo Fring's apron like it's the crown jewels. What are we doing? Follow, comment, win.The latest Internet obsession: can 100 men really take down a silverback gorilla with fists only? I dove into TikTok's “science,” debunked the timid 50% who'd bail after the first crack, and weighed bone density vs. human stamina. Spoiler: the gorilla would mop the floor with most of us… until exhaustion levels the playing field. But is this really peak 2025 entertainment? If you've paused your fiancé mid-text about this debate, you're officially part of the tribe. What are we doing?Big ups to DudeRobe.com—the coziest post-shower robes that belong in every closet (even yours, ladies). Think built-in towel liner, permanent belt, pockets for vape pens, and shark-tank cred. Use code WAWD at checkout for 20% off ‘cause Jonathan overpaid so you don't have to. Summer's coming: get your slides, lounge shorts, and robes lined up. What are we doing? Relax in style.Wiz Khalifa AppreciationIs Wiz Khalifa top ten rapper territory? Hell yes. We revisited his mixtape days, his weed empire, and the absurdly fire “Llama Llama Red Pajama” rap challenge—where he spits a kid's bedtime book over a beat so seamlessly it could melt your brain. If you think anyone else could nail nursery rhyme bars at 90 BPM, you're wrong. Google the freestyle after listening, but trust me, no one drops lines like Z's kush king. What are we doing?Magic heist or circus on a cruise ship? The trailer for Now You See Me 3 (yes, that's the real title) just crashed into the Internet. Daniel Atlas is back with fresh Horsemen recruits, minus most of the originals (RIP Woody?), planning a grand diamond heist against a terrorist clique. It's Fast & Furious meets card tricks—predictable twists, overstuffed CGI, and an eyeful of “diamonds are forever” cringe. November 14, 2025, get your tickets or stock up on popcorn. What are we doing?Our girl Katy blasted off with Blue Origin, then touched down to admit regret—because apparently floating 350,000 feet up isn't as fun as it looked. She channeled that budget-Air energy into the “Lifetime's Tour” (great name—really sells it), complete with audience-voted surprise songs via QR codes and white-girl twerking that defies anatomy. Ticket prices start at $350, so unless you want to see her wrestle aliens on wires, maybe skip this spectacle. What are we doing?Join the Conversation• Subscribe for more absurdity• Like if you lol'd at the gorilla debate• Comment your Twitter hack wins• Share with that friend who still hasn't subscribedStay ConnectedFind us on YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook for clips, shorts, and bonus rants. We're rolling out new content daily—so don't sleep on the podcast feed, or you might catch COVID… again.Thanks for sticking around. Hit that subscribe button (really), grab your Dude Robe code WAWD, and keep asking yourself: What are we doing?*************************************************************✅DUDEROBE - PROMO CODE: WAWD 20% OFFhttps://duderobe.com - promo code: WAWD*************************************************************

In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder is joined by freelance senior producer Jessica Mirolla. The conversation covers Jessica's extensive experience in production, her passion for art, and her insights on the ever-evolving nature of the industry. They discuss the importance of being multifaceted in today's market, the impact of AI and CGI in creative roles, and the value of treatments and creative calls in the bidding process. Jessica shares her thoughts on current trends, especially in automotive photography, and stresses the need for artists to stay culturally relevant and inspired. The episode concludes with personal reflections and aspirations in the realm of production, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in art production and the dynamic changes within the industry.   In an industry where the rules are always changing, it's helpful to hear from those on the front lines. Heather Elder is the visionary behind NotesFromARepsJournal.com; visit HeatherElder.com for industry updates, stunning photography and video, and the artists behind the work.   More about our guest: Connect with Jessica Mirolla: jessica@10centdiamond.com    More about your host: Heather Elder's Bio Heather Elder's Blog Heather Elder on Instagram Heather Elder on Twitter Heather Elder on LinkedIn Heather Elder on Facebook

And we're rolling right along here to tackle our second big team-up picture! Other than the over-use of CGI, we've got yet another film where the Geeks feel like their opinions changed a bit from first watch!   TRACKLIST: 1:41 - Geek of the Week - Jasmin: Venom (2018); Mark: PCP Movie Night - Double Dragon 13:50 - Film summary and fun facts 22:19 - Avengers: Age of Ultron review   You can follow us on X, Facebook and Instagram or if you would like to support us you can donate to our KoFi.

This week, we're venturing deep into the Amazon to confront one of cinema's most infamous serpents: the titular terror of 1997's Anaconda. When a documentary crew sets out to capture the elusive Shirishamas tribe on film, they instead find themselves ensnared in the coils of a maniacal hunter's obsession... and the literal coils of a giant, man-eating snake. Topics include: the filmmakers' original intention to make something similar in tone to Jaws, Jon Voight's campy yet compelling performance, the practical and CGI effects that brought the monstrous anaconda to life, how the movie slithered its way into cult classic status, and much more!  So grab your gear and prepare for a wild ride through the jungle--just watch out for the ssssnakes! Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Facebook | Instagram Chris's Instagram | Kristen's Instagram Chris & Kristen's Web Series: The Strange Case of Lucy Chandler

This week on Film Sack, we tackled wild theater behavior during the Minecraft movie, wondering if it's Gen Z's Rocky Horror. We debated whether theaters should host interactive screenings and reflected on the fading magic of communal movie experiences. We laughed over 4DX seat chaos, appreciated inspiring listener feedback, geeked out on MCU and Trek connections, and even discussed CGI mouth edits in Kraven. It's all about nostalgia, crowd energy, and keeping the movie-going spirit alive—one messy, popcorn-filled showing at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to the creator of Airplane! and The Naked Gun, David Zucker about how he and his brother went from being class clowns in Milwaukee to launching a hit comedy troupe in a bookstore theater; how his first movie The Kentucky Fried Movie became a huge success that made its money back on opening weekend; the struggle to sell Airplane! and why they insisted on casting serious actors like Robert Stack and Peter Graves; how Kareem Abdul-Jabbar landed his role because he wanted a $30K rug; how directing required precise comedic timing; how veteran actors were skeptical of the film until the end; the real origin of The Naked Gun; why Zucker and his team decided to direct their films, how the failed Police Squad! series evolved into The Naked Gun movie; how he was able to remake serious actor Leslie Nielsen into a perfect comedian; why Ricardo Montalbán forced him to rewrite certain jokes; what it was like to work with O.J. Simpson; the original idea to reboot Naked Gun as a Mission: Impossible spoof featuring Leslie Nielsen's son; how Paramount execs initially loved the script but then gave the project to Seth MacFarlane; why Zucker wouldn't cast Liam Neeson and disagrees with the reboot's tone and CGI; why Hollywood no longer understands comedy; and much more. Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices