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When mysterious orbs of light start appearing in photographs at haunted locations, a psychic medium claims they're messages from the dead — but paranormal investigators armed with science have a far less supernatural explanation that might burst your spiritual bubble.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateIN THIS EPISODE: America's foremost exorcist, Theophilus Riesinger, faced off with Lucifer himself in the grueling 1928 case of a demonic possession in a rural Iowa convent. (The Exorcism of Emma Schmidt) *** One of the greatest magicians of all time was Chung Ling Soo. So adept at illusion, slight of hand, and fooling others that he was able to lead a double life… before being shot and killed performing his own magic trick. (The Magician Who Lived a Double Life) *** John Dee claimed he was visited by angels presented him with a secret language just angels, and the ability to perform a new magic they called Enochian. We'll look at his claims. (John Dee And The Language of Angels) *** A little boy goes fishing on a Spring day. He disappears. Another boy goes fishing nearby on the exact same day. He also disappears. A third child goes missing many years later in the same general area. What happened? (The Missing Fishing Boys) *** Venice's Poveglia Island was a quarantine center and mass grave for victims of bubonic plague – so it should come as no surprise it is considered one of the most haunted places in all of Europe. (Poveglia: The Island of Ghosts) *** It is one of history's greatest unsolved mysteries… what happened to the lost colony of Roanoke? We'll look at a few theories. (Lost Roanoke) *** You snap a selfie of the squad at brunch, but it's covered with shapes and light that definitely weren't present IRL. The whole thing is giving you major paranormal feels. Is it a loved one from the other side, making a cameo in your latest feed pic? Or a simple technological mishap? (The Trouble With Ghost Orbs)ABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:02:08.974 = Show Open00:04:50.757 = The Trouble With Ghost Orbs00:29:31.470 = The Magician Who Lived a Double Life00:36:31.821 = Lost Roanoke00:43:34.993 = Poveglia: The Island of Ghosts00:52:00.913 = The Missing Fishing Boys01:05:43.078 = John Dee And The Language Of The Angels01:12:39.451 = The Exorcism of Emma Schmidt01:20:12.795 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Ghosts on Film” by Troy Taylor: https://amzn.to/3ORYS14BOOK: “The Prestige” by Christopher Priest: https://amzn.to/47ulw6OFILM: “The Prestige” directed by Christopher Nolan: https://amzn.to/3DP1OVUBOOK: “Finding Marjorie West” by Harold Thomas Beck: https://amzn.to/451zviRBOOK: “Begone Satan!” by Fr. Carl Vogl: https://amzn.to/3rYIjHK“The Trouble With Ghost Orbs” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings Ink: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/443n228f; Vicki Carroll for Exemplore: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/pknn5n3r; Ann Massey for Spooky Isles: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9xp8t7; and Bonnie Page from the Sentinal & Enterprise:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y5w8h2m6“Poveglia: The Island of Ghosts” by Genevieve Carlton for All That's Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3byfnvhv“The Magician Who Lived a Double Life” by Kaushik Patowary for Amusing Planet: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckvppfw“John Dee And The Language of Angels” by Riley Winters for Ancient Origins: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckupdm8“Lost Roanoke” by Grace Felder for The Archive: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtay6ns6“The Missing Fishing Boys” by Crystal Dawn for LostNFoundBlogs: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/39xur8tf“The Exorcism of Emma Schmidt” by Charlie Hintz for Cult of Weird: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3zdmbdfz=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. 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Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: August 10, 2023NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice.EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/GhostOrbs#GhostOrbs #SpiritOrbs #ParanormalOrbs #GhostPhotography #ParanormalInvestigation #GhostHunting #SpiritPhotography #OrbsDebunked #CemeteryOrbs #HauntedPhotography #GhostOrbsExplained #ParanormalEvidence #OrbSightings #GhostCaughtOnCamera #ParanormalDebate #GhostHuntingTips #SpiritManifestation #ParanormalPhotography #OrbBackscatter #GhostOrbsTruth #ParanormalResearch #GhostPhotographyDebunked #SpiritOrbsRealOrFake #ParanormalSkeptics #GhostHuntingMyths #OrbsExplained #ParanormalPhotoAnalysis #SpiritPhotographyHistory #GhostOrbsOrDust #ParanormalCommunity
On this week's hilariously unhinged episode of We Seen't It, your favorite tag team duo Patrick and Kevin are holding it down with a mixed bag of chaos, culture, and deep-fried internet thoughts. We kick things off with the new Christopher Nolan teaser trailer—which is giving existential dread meets IMAX money shots. Then Kevin takes us on a journey to Spooky Empire in Orlando, where the cosplay is creepy and the vibes are even creepier (in a good way? maybe?). The guys also bring out the internet clips they've been obsessed with—yes, we're talking random freestyles, weird TikToks, and probably someone falling off a hoverboard. Things get philosophical when the duo debates: Is Florida actually the South? Because, let's be real—South Florida feels more like "Jersey in a sauna" than Mississippi. Then we enter the unholy dilemma zone: Would you rather give up sauce... or kissing forever? Things get heated (and a little saucy). Also: Will Smith is out here doing wild freestyles and maybe lowkey unraveling. Is his legacy safe? The guys weigh in. And finally, the conversation takes a sharp left turn into Thong Song territory. That's right—Sisqó's magnum opus is back, and Cynthia Erivo has thoughts. So do we. It's weird, it's wonderful, it's We Seen't It. Tune in, and don't forget your hot sauce… or your chapstick.
Check out our review of ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth. Beforehand, we'll discuss the week's top entertainment news, including trailers for ‘Project Hail Mary', 'Running Man', and Christopher Nolan's ‘The Odyssey'; Neil Druckmann leaves the TLOU HBO adaptation; Jon M. Chu is going to tackle the Hot Wheels movie; and more! Enjoy!TIMECODES… Intro (0:00)The Toms: Entertainment News (1:42)‘Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review (32:00)*SPOILERS* for ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth' (51:40)What Are Ya Doin'? (1:10:57)SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS...Email: tomppodcast@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2jjOm3gwTu2TVDzH_CJlwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/That-One-Movie-Podcast-535231563653560/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOMPPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomppodcastINTRO MUSIC... "Constellation" by Brian Hanegan
Send us a textDinosaurs and box office numbers find a way, even when creativity doesn't. The latest Jurassic installment stomped through theaters with a staggering $318 million global opening, proving once again that this prehistoric franchise remains Hollywood's gold standard for bankable intellectual property.Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali headline Jurassic World Rebirth, bringing star power to a franchise that's circling the creative drain yet continues to draw massive audiences. We dissect what works in this seventh installment – primarily Gareth Edwards' undeniable talent for spectacular visual set pieces – and what falls flat. From the breathtaking Titanosaurus sequence in tall grass to the genuinely thrilling underwater T-Rex chase (finally realizing a sequence from Crichton's original novel), the film delivers exactly what audiences expect from the franchise: dinosaurs hunting humans in increasingly elaborate scenarios.But beneath the impressive technical achievement lies familiar franchise fatigue. Characters feel underdeveloped despite the talented cast, emotional beats are undercut by the need to move to the next set piece, and the film's structure often feels algorithmically designed to hit nostalgic beats from previous entries rather than charting bold new territory. As this film kicks off another planned trilogy, we question where the franchise can possibly go from here without completely rehashing familiar territory.We also discuss Christopher Nolan's mysterious Odyssey trailer that premiered exclusively before Jurassic World screenings and look ahead to next week's Superman release – another major franchise reboot that faces similar challenges in balancing fan expectations with creative revitalization. Can James Gunn deliver something fresh in a crowded superhero landscape, or are we destined for another case of franchise fatigue? Join us as we explore these questions and more on this week's Excuse the Intermission.Support the show
This week's So Many Sequels news update is packed with patriotic rewatches, surprise trailers, and chaotic movie theater stories. We kick things off with our go-to July 4th movie traditions—from The Sandlot and National Treasure to Rocky IV and Hamilton.Then, it's on to The Running Man remake starring Glen Powell and directed by Edgar Wright. We break down the wild premise, how it compares to the original, and whether this version will be more faithful to Stephen King's source material. Plus, we react to the exclusive theatrical teaser for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and talk about why this kind of marketing needs to come back.Also in this episode: a shoutout to Peacock's under-the-radar murder docuseries, Accident, Suicide or Murder, Josh's rave review of Mike Flanagan's The Life of Chuck, and David's chaotic Jurassic World theater experience featuring fire alarms, lost dialogue, and zero compensation.What we cover in this episode:1:05 The Sandlot, National Treasure, & Rocky IV are our favorite July 4th movie picks4:35 The Life of Chuck — Josh reviews Mike Flanagan's emotional Stephen King adaptation7:46 Peacock praise: Accident, Suicide or Murder might be your new binge13:45 The Running Man remake — Glen Powell trades Top Gun for dystopian TV death games17:50 The Odyssey teaser our in-theater reactions to Nolan's epic next film23:53 David's Jurassic World trip gets interrupted by fire alarms and no refunds (?!)Drop a comment with your favorite 4th of July movie or trailer of the week!
This Week for your Daily Ratings Movie News: Hot Wheels is on the move with a new director. Tim Burton has an animated film in the works. We remember actor Michael Madsen. And Tom gives a "Talking with Two Shoes Presentation" on IMAX: The format, the variations, and the two directors going ALL IN on it, Denis Villeneuve and Christopher Nolan. Want to check out all our Movie Scores and so much more? Stop by our Website! - The Daily Ratings! Would you'd like to support The Daily Ratings and become a Producer? Check out our Donation Page! - Support Us Here! Want to see the ratings on all the latest movies? Here are all the movies playing in theaters! - Now Playing Here! Don't forget to stop by our shop for all the T-shirts, Hoodies, and Daily Ratings Gear! - Shop the Store!
Jeff and Rebecca talk about several notable adaptations news items, legal rulings in AI and LBGTQ titles, recent reading, and more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry news with our Today in Books daily newsletter. Looking to elevate your reading life? Tailored Book Recommendations delivers reading recommendations hand-picked just for you by real human book nerds. Plans start at just $18! The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Discussed in this episode: The Book Riot Podcast Live at Powell's on July 9th! Judge rejects authors' claims that Meta violated copyright law by using their books to train AI SCOTUS says parents can opt students out of positive-affirming lessons about LGBTQ+ issues Project Hail Mary trailer! Trailer for Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey leaks online Jennifer Aston to star in Apple+ adaptation of I'm Glad My Mom Died The Möbius Book by Catherine Lacey Six Frigates by Ian W. Toll The Doorman by Chris Pavone The Summer of 1787 by David O. Stewart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We review Jurassic World Rebirth before ranking the entire Jurassic Park and Jurassic World franchise from worst to best. We finish up by going over the massive trailer drops this week including Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, Project Hail Mary, The Running Man, and more!#jurassicworld #jurassicworldrebirth #theodyssey Timestamps:(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:40) How are we doing?(00:44:24) Jurassic World Rebirth Review(01:04:00) Jurassic World Rebirth SPOILERS(01:55:51) Jurassic Park Franchise Ranked(02:03:49) Trailers & Movie News(02:23:00) Wrap UpBecome a Patron! Join to gain access to exclusive perks like Discord access, giveaways, & more: https://www.patreon.com/reeltokpodcastGrab some ReelTok merch: https://reeltokpodcast.com/Follow ReelTok everywhere:ReelTok PodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reeltokpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reeltokpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reeltokpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/reeltokpodcastLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/reeltokpodcast/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/reeltokpodcastListen and Rate Us 5 Stars on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3V214vWwkO823aa4OaeDrOApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reeltok-podcast/id1644680412George CarmiLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/georgecarmi/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moviesandstuff14YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@moviesandstuff14Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgecarmi/Twitter: https://twitter.com/georgecarmiTyler WhitmoreLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TylerCWhitmore/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tylercwhitmoreYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tylercwhitmoreInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylercwhitmore/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerCWhitmoreSeth's Film ReviewsLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/sethsreviews/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sethsfilmreviewsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SethsfilmreviewsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethsfilmreviews/Twitter: https://twitter.com/sethsfilmreviewCam WalshLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/cjwalsh27/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camwalsh27Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camwalsh/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamWalsh27YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@camwalsh27Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/camwalsh27New episodes every Monday reviewing the latest movie releases and covering the most recent movie trailers and industry news. Reviews, rankings, deep-dives, drafts, movie trivia, and so much more. The ReelTok Podcast is co-hosted by 4 of the largest film social media content creators, George, Seth, Tyler, and Cam. Bonus episodes every Thursday doing a movie-related draft, ranking, or game, and more bonus episodes every Friday reviewing a movie recommended by our viewers. Make sure to follow us as you have now found your new favorite podcast.#movies #moviereviews #podcast #moviepodcast #reeltok #reeltokpodcastHelp us become the #1 movie podcast in the entire world!
After the Nolanverse, with nerves of steel, we enter the Snyderverse with the 2013 entry Man of SteelDirectorZack SnyderProducerCharles Roven, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas, Deborah SnyderScreenwriterDavid S. GoyerDistributorWarner Bros. PicturesProduction CoWarner Bros., SyncopyRatingPG-13 (Intense Seq. of Destruction|Intense Sci-Fi Action/Violence|Some Language)GenreAction, Adventure, Sci-Fi, FantasyOriginal LanguageEnglishRelease Date (Theaters)Jun 14, 2013Budget$225,000,000 (estimated)Gross US & Canada$291,045,518Opening weekend US & Canada$116,619,362Jun 16, 2013Gross worldwide$670,145,518StarringHenry CavillAmy AdamsMichael ShannonKevin CostnerDiane LaneLaurence FishburneAntje TraueAyelet ZurerChristopher MeloniRussell Crowe
Alden Ehrenreich joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss Zach Cregger's "Barbarian" follow-up, "Weapons," as well as his MCU role in "Ironheart." The actor also candidly chats about his Han Solo audition process, working with Christopher Nolan on "Oppenheimer," getting discovered by Steven Spielberg, and much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage's podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today's most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made and personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, senior editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ ... Follow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media: - https://www.facebook.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope - https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast Looking to get cast? Subscribe here: www.backstage.com/subscribe Browse Backstage casting listings: https://bit.ly/3mth68e Special thanks to... - Host: Vinnie Mancuso - Producer: Jamie Muffett - Social media: Karen Jenkins, Sky Silverman - Design: Mark Stinson, Caitlin Watkins - Additional support: Kasey Howe, Suzy Woltmann, Jenn Zilioli
Xbox is always finding rakes to step on, which is ridiculous. After the success for NCAA College football, EA is brining NCAA College Basketball, and no one is shocked. Vin Diesel announces the plan for Fast X part 2, and there's major concerns. Matt Reeves finally finishes the Script for The Batman sequel, and James Gunn gives us who is playing Jor El. Plus a full review for F1 The Movie, which is hands down the best movie of the year so far. That and more on tonight's episode.
In episode 1889, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Pallavi Gunalan to discuss… the 'Big Beautiful Bill passing the Senate (and Elon's response), Donald Trump's new cologne, James Cameron throwing shade at Christopher Nolan and much more! Trump says DOGE may "go back and eat Elon" The attar of the deal: Now you can smell like Trump as president hawks perfume | The Independent James Cameron calls Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' a 'moral cop out' LISTEN - Dangerous by Surprise ChefSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to lead a team of skilled operatives to the most dangerous place on earth, a ‘Jurassic Park' sequel. Before diving in, they react to the first trailer for Christopher Nolan's ‘The Odyssey,' which played before their screening (1:23). Then, they unpack their complicated and (at times) contentious feelings on the newest installment of the dinosaur action franchise, Gareth Evans's ‘Jurassic World Rebirth,' starring Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali (9:45). Later, Sean is joined by Eva Victor to discuss their critically acclaimed first feature film, ‘Sorry, Baby.' They talk about the interesting process of pitching a movie to financiers, the difficulties that come with doing press for a deeply personal film, and what they envision for their career going forward (59:02). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Eva Victor and Chris Ryan Producer: Jack Sanders THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY THE STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY. ORDER NOW | STARBUCKS.COM/MENU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We're halfway through the year, and there's a lot to talk about in the movie world. This week on So Many Sequels, we dive into everything, and we react to the New York Times' Top 100 Movies of the 21st Century list (spoiler: Potential hot takes ahead).We also break down the latest on M3GAN 2.0, Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, and a potential Social Network sequel. Plus, we discuss Tom Holland rumors for James Bond, new updates on The Batman: Part II, and Garrett finally watched 28 Days Later. And don't worry, there's also a fresh look at the box office, with Jurassic World: Rebirth looming large.
The 2010s were a golden age of scifi cinema, and I like to believe that the film that began this renaissance was Christopher Nolan's mind-bending masterpiece Inception. Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of dreams, love, and loss presented to us by one of the most powerful and influential films of the 21st century!
Every major Hollywood actor seems lined up to star in Batman director Christopher Nolan's upcoming adaptation of The Odyssey. The ultimate Hero's Journey. The archetype upon which so many great superhero stories have been told. We explore other classic myths, legends, stories, and pantheons that are begging for a Silver Screen Hollywood treatment! Plus, we tease an ongoing series leading up to the 2026 release of Nolan's Odyssey. Wondering if we'll reach outside of Ancient Greece? Listen to hear if we list your fave!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!
Every major Hollywood actor seems lined up to star in Batman director Christopher Nolan's upcoming adaptation of The Odyssey. The ultimate Hero's Journey. The archetype upon which so many great superhero stories have been told. We explore other classic myths, legends, stories, and pantheons that are begging for a Silver Screen Hollywood treatment! Plus, we tease an ongoing series leading up to the 2026 release of Nolan's Odyssey. Wondering if we'll reach outside of Ancient Greece? Listen to hear if we list your fave!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!
And so as quick as we started the Nolanverse, it quickly ends on The Dark Knight RisesDirectorChristopher NolanProducerEmma Thomas, Christopher Nolan, Charles RovenScreenwriterJonathan Nolan, Christopher NolanDistributorWarner Bros. PicturesProduction CoSyncopyRatingPG-13 (Intense Sequences of Violence|Intense Sequences of Action|Language|Some Sensuality)GenreAction, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller, FantasyOriginal LanguageEnglishRelease Date (Theaters)Jul 20, 2012Budget$250,000,000 (estimated)Gross US & Canada$448,149,584Opening weekend US & Canada$160,887,295Jul 22, 2012Gross worldwide$1,114,976,407StarringChristian BaleMichael CaineGary OldmanAnne HathawayTom HardyMarion CotillardJoseph Gordon-LevittMorgan Freeman
Longtime friend Erin, who works as Community Manager for 2K Games on Borderlands, joins us for a special reunion episode filled with nostalgia, cryptid sightings, and Hollywood career revelations.• Harold and Kumar are getting a new sequel with original stars John Cho and Kal Penn expected to return• Discussing whether early 2000s stoner comedies can successfully translate to today's entertainment landscape• Erin shares bizarre cryptid sightings including an alien on a doorbell camera and a potential Bigfoot in New Hampshire• Will Smith revealed he rejected Christopher Nolan's Inception in addition to The Matrix and Django Unchained• Examining Hollywood's trend of producing sequels to films from 15+ years ago rather than complete reboots• Reminiscing about our early content creation daysFollow Erin on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/erinmylaundry
"Ok, so what am I doing?" Memento (2000) directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Guy Pearce, Carrie-Anne Moss and Joe Pantoliano Next Time: Summertime (1955)
20 years later, Batman Begins still feels like the moment superhero movies grew up. Christopher Nolan's reboot didn't just save Batman — it reshaped Hollywood. This week, we're joined by Brett from Dissect That Film to break down how fear, identity, and a bold new vision turned Batman Begins into the blueprint for every grounded reboot that followed. Follow Dissect That Film at https://open.spotify.com/show/6wFbhr2tf0LJX1VrgCoOB5 NEWSLETTER and UNCUT REELS!!!!! We are adding a weekly companion newsletter for the podcast that will feature EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT, our raw discussions on movies, tv, and life that don't fit the podcast! We're calling it "UNCUT REELS!" SIGN UP HERE TO GET THE BONUS CONTENT!! https://mailchi.mp/41902cbf6549/exclusive-newsletter Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️
We're breaking down the official announcement of The Batman Part 2 and what's coming next in Matt Reeves' Gotham universe! Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects Robert Pattinson (The Batman, Tenet, The Lighthouse) is officially returning, with characters expected to return including Zoë Kravitz (The Batman, Kimi) as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Jeffrey Wright (Westworld, No Time To Die) as James Gordon, Andy Serkis (The Lord of the Rings, Black Panther) as Alfred Pennyworth, Barry Keoghan (The Banshees of Inisherin, Eternals) as The Joker, and Colin Farrell (The Penguin, The Banshees of Inisherin) as Oswald Cobblepot/Penguin. We also cover The Punisher announcement in Spider-Man Brand New Day with Tom Holland (Spider-Man: No Way Home, Uncharted), tying into the Brand New Day comic arc. Rumored characters include Jon Bernthal (The Punisher, The Walking Dead) reprising Frank Castle, Vincent D'Onofrio (Daredevil, Full Metal Jacket) as Kingpin, and a potential Daredevil crossover with Charlie Cox (Daredevil, Treason). We also dive into Denis Villeneuve (Dune, Blade Runner 2049, Arrival) officially directing the next James Bond movie and what it could mean for the franchise's future. PLUS, we discuss James Cameron taking shots at Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer over historical accuracy and the box office battle. We also cover the huge news of a Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt crossover that could link Days of Thunder to F1: The Movie, directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick, Tron: Legacy). This is a jam-packed video full of Marvel, DC, Bond, and movie mega updates — drop your theories and reactions in the comments & subscribe for more superhero news, movie breakdowns, & comic book coverage! Follow Coy Jandreau: Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coyjandreau?l... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coyjandreau/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoyJandreau YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYH2szDTuU9ImFZ9gBRH8w Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We are seeing an increase in Gen-Zers seeking more answers to their faith questions. The Plugged In team explores this phenomenon and how technology and social media may be contributing to it. The team then reflects on Christopher Nolan’s 20-year old movie Batman Begins and the influence its had on superhero movies. Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In teams terrific book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Redeemed Zoomer · Batman Begins · The Dark Knight Check out the Plugged In Blog: · Building Faith Online: A Conversation with Redeemed Zoomer The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
While we are currently in the midst of the Summer of Superman, the month of June has often belonged to the Dark Knight. Join The Watchers as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Batman Forever and the 20th anniversary of Batman Begins. #BatmanForever #BatmanBeginsBatman Forever (1995) is a superhero movie starring Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey, Nicole Kidman and Chris O'Donnell.Batman Begins (2005) is a superhero movie directed by Christopher Nolan that stars Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Gary Oldman, Cillian Murphy, Tom Wilkinson, Rutger Hauer, Ken Watanabe and Morgan Freeman. Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #WatchersBasement to comment about the show!facebook.com/watchersbasementtwitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasementthreads.net/@watchersbasementanchor.fm/watchersbasement
New Jedi Order Film On Hold Again? | The Kristian Harloff Show Join Kristian Harloff as he hosts this week's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show with cohost John Rocha. In this edition, they dive deep into the latest buzz around the New Jedi Order film — is it on hold again? Plus, get the inside scoop on the Daredevil: Born Again editor revealing that Marvel “told us not to watch the Netflix show” before the big overhaul. They also break down box office news, including 28 Years Later taking in $60 million worldwide and Elio earning Pixar's worst domestic debut ever with just $20 million. Don't miss their thoughts on the new Superman TV spot, which seems to reveal a major change James Gunn made to the divisive flying shot. Fans of Christopher Nolan will want to hear the latest rumors about The Odyssey adaptation possibly getting an R-rating. Plus, J.K. Rowling opens up about her involvement with HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series. If you're a fan of movie news, Marvel, Star Wars, and everything in between, this episode is packed with fresh updates and insider commentary. Timestamps: - Intro - New Jedi Order Film On Hold Again? - Daredevil: Born Again Editor Insights - Box Office Updates: 28 Years Later & Elio - Superman TV Spot & James Gunn's Changes - Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey R-Rating Rumor - J.K. Rowling Talks HBO Harry Potter Series SPONSORS: TRUE CLASSIC: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://www.trueclassic.com/KRISTIAN! #trueclassicpod
In honor of its 20th anniversary, we watch Christopher Nolan's classic origin tale, Batman Begins, and share our thoughts and memories of the film. Find more Holy BatCast on the internet: Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Patreon Rate, review, & subscribe to Holy BatCast on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | iHeartRadio | Stitcher | TuneIn Your feedback is appreciated. Send emails to holybatcast@rf4rm.com
In aflevering 214 van Nerd Culture duiken we vol in het nerdnieuws. We bespreken F1 the Movie met Brad Pitt, de nieuwe Life of Chuck-verfilming, en het Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball Daima. Verder blikken we terug op Twin Peaks, checken we Kengan Ashura en duiken we in de wereld van Warhammer 40K. Kortom: een bomvolle aflevering met voor ieder wat wils.F1 the Movie ReviewIn deze aflevering van Nerd Culture duiken we in F1, de nieuwste spectaculaire actiefilm van Apple Original Films en de makers van Top Gun: Maverick. Brad Pitt speelt de hoofdrol als Sonny Hayes, een gevallen Formule 1-legende die na jaren afwezigheid wordt verleid tot een comeback. Met regie van Joseph Kosinski en productie van onder andere Lewis Hamilton en Jerry Bruckheimer, belooft dit een visueel racefestijn te worden.We bespreken de film uitgebreid: hoe realistisch zijn de racebeelden, werkt de chemie tussen Pitt en Damson Idris, en wat voegt F1 toe aan het sportfilmgenre? Huey heeft hem gezien, Koos gaat aanstaande dinsdag naar de premiere. Marvel gaat verder met Spider-Man '94Spider-Man: The Animated Series krijgt eindelijk een vervolg! Na 27 jaar pakt Marvel Comics de draad weer op met Spider-Man ‘94, een nieuwe vierdelige comic die vertelt hoe Peter Parker en Mary Jane herenigd worden na hun multiverse-reis met Madame Web. Geschreven door J.M. DeMatteis (ook bekend van de originele serie) en met artwork van Jim Towe, brengt deze comic twee iconische schurken die nooit eerder in de animatieserie verschenen. Spider-Man ‘94 verschijnt op 3 september en is een must voor fans van de klassieke ‘90s-serie én het Spider-Verse.James Gunn voelt geen druk omtrent Superman releaseJames Gunn laat zich niet gek maken door de torenhoge verwachtingen rond Superman. In een interview met Rolling Stone maakt hij duidelijk dat hij geen miljardensucces nastreeft, maar een sterke, oprechte film wil maken die past binnen het grotere DCU-verhaal. Hij vergelijkt het met Iron Man, dat ook niet begon als megahit, maar wel een solide start was. Gunn wil gewoon zijn “stukje van de puzzel” goed doen — en dat is verfrissend in een tijd waarin elke film als redder van een franchise wordt gezien. Superman verschijnt op 11 juli 2025.Will Smith heeft een aantal grote missers op z'n naam staanWill Smith onthult dat hij ooit de hoofdrol in Inception afwees — simpelweg omdat hij het script niet begreep. In een interview vertelt hij openhartig dat Christopher Nolan het project eerst aan hem pitchte, maar dat het concept van alternatieve realiteiten hem destijds niet lag. De rol ging uiteindelijk naar Leonardo DiCaprio, en Inception werd een gigantisch succes met $839 miljoen aan opbrengst en acht Oscar-nominaties. Smith voegt deze blunder toe aan een pijnlijk rijtje afwijzingen, waaronder The Matrix en Django Unchained. Soms is zelfs een Hollywoodster blind voor een meesterwerk in wording.Timestamps00:00:00 Intro00:00:51 F1 the Movie Review 00:18:03 Life of Chuck00:24:40Twin Peaks00:27:09 Friends00:30:13 Kengan Ashura00:37:14 Dragon Ball Daima00:42:08 Secret Level: Warhammer 40K00:46:23 Naked Gun Trailer00:49:12 Brad Pitt's training voor F1 the Movie00:51:05 Blumhouse heeft de rechtern voor SAW definitief binnen00:52:17 Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift00:54:34 Will Smith's track record aan gemiste kansen is impressive01:00:02 I Know What You Did Last Summer Trailer01:02:56 Originele Blade schrijver over de problemen omtrent de reboot01:05:21 Spider-Man ‘94 gaat verder in comic book vorm01:06:59 Fantastic Four krijgt een sequel en Secret Wars is een two-parter01:08:28 Disney+ heeft de Marvel Cinematic Universe de nek omgedraaid01:11:19 James Gunn: Superman gaat niet de end-all be all worden01:14:30 ‘Hele beroemde acteur' schrijft DC Elseworlds script01:16:20 Squid Game Season 3 Trailer
On the 68th episode of Bomb Squad Matinee, Tim, Austin, and Joe V discuss the first film in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy, Batman Begins. As the predecessor to the most critically acclaimed comic book movie of all time, does this origin story stand tall on its own? Do Liam Neeson and Cillian Murphy give memorable performances as the film's key villains? What kind of crazy transformation did Christian Bale have to undergo for this role? Tune in to find out!
After a short hiatus, "90mins On Film returns!" Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of 'Batman Begins,' we'll examine how Christopher Nolan's grounded, gritty reboot (starring Christian Bale, Liam Neeson, Michael Caine, and Morgan Freeman), reshaped the superhero movie landscape, launched the acclaimed Dark Knight Trilogy, gave birth to the now defunct DCU, and influenced everything from Marvel's cinematic ambitions, to modern action filmmaking. Send us a textThank you for listening! Don't forget to rate & subscribe. New episodes bi-weekly. Also available on YouTube. All new website coming soon!
There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman. No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender. With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank! This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight. From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned. Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.We're one month away from a new Superman film, and the first theatrical release of the new DC Universe. Before a new Superman graces the screen though, it's time once and for all we honor what came before, and rank every single theatrically released Superman film!We continue our yearlong theme of World's Finest by going back all the way to 1978 with the iconic first Christopher Reeve Superman movie directed by Richard Donner, all the way to 2016's Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and everything in between. In this monster episode, we rank seven Superman films, which include (in chronological order); Superman. Superman II. Superman III. Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Superman Returns. Man of Steel. And Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. With this being such a big episode, we had to bring in a massive panel of returning guests, starting of course with the podcasting director of the Pop Break, Alex Marcus. Also joining us, it's Alex's cohost on the new It's Tom-plicated Podcast, and he was a guest on the epic Christopher Nolan movie rankings episode, Manish Mathur.Also making their returns, he was on our recent Batman Allies Draft episode, it's pop break contributor, Ben Murchison. And cohost of the flagship podcast of the Pop Break, the Socially Distanced Podcast, and the Anime X Pop podcast, it's Amanda Rivas.These six temporary Kryptonians come together to break down everything you could possibly want analyzed in a Superman movie. It is a true nostalgic history lesson of all these movies. We cover it all; the good, the bad, and the Nuclear Man.For Superman fans, this is a perfect precursor to next month's Superman movie!
Earlier this week I shared part 1 of my conversation with Hollywood icon Steve Papazian. He is the former President of Worldwide Physical Production at Warner Bros. That chat was recorded back in April of 2019 and chronicles his rise from the mailroom to The Matrix. If you missed part one, I highly recommend you hit pause and go check that out. To refresh your memory, he started in the mailroom and rose the ranks over the course of almost 50 years at Warner Brothers at Universal. YEARS! His impressive filmography includes some of cinema's most defining moments: The Matrix, The Hobbit trilogy, and the Harry Potter films. He's been the trusted production partner for visionaries like Clint Eastwood and Christopher Nolan across multiple projects, helping bring their creative visions to life on an unprecedented scale. After witnessing the seismic shifts that have rocked our industry—from studio consolidations to the exodus of productions from California—I knew I had to reconnect with Steve for an unfiltered conversation about what we've lost and whether there's still time to save Hollywood. So today, we dive into the Death of the Star-Making Machine Hollywood, how California's Policy Failures are not setting us up for success, and why the Solution Requires Going Back to Basics.
Our road to fifty episodes continues with a personal favorite of Corey's - Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins! Listen up as the 'AnotherLook' dynamic duo discusses the reinvention of its caped crusader, Nolan's transition from puzzle-box filmmaker to blockbuster champion, and much more.
Send us a textRewind to 19 June to 25 June 2005This week, we're talking digital disasters, newspaper nightmares and sports meltdowns so epic they're still rage-tweeted about today.
MUSIC The Muny opened its 107th season this week with Bring It On: The Musical, which stars Kennedy Holmes, a Florissant native who rose to fame on NBC's The Voice in 2018, where she finished as a finalist in fourth place. This new season opened despite the tornadoes that Forest Park endured, where a tree crushed the venue's pre-show stage, and luckily No major structural harm was reported, and thanks to an enormous citywide effort, opening night never had to be postponed. For the first time ever, three of the Beatles' offspring have collaborated on a song. Sean Lennon, James McCartney, and Zak Starkey posted part of their song, "Rip Off". From Starkey's band Mantra of the Cosmos titled "Rip Off" featuring Paul McCartney's son James and John Lennon's son Sean on vocals. TV Eric Dane from "Grey's Anatomy" sat for an interview with Diane Sawyer to discuss his battle with ALS . . . also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Eric revealed that he has only "one functioning arm." Quote, "My left side is functioning, my right side has completely stopped working. Martha Stewart recently rescued three orphaned squirrels. “They were inside a fallen tree,” Stewart said of how she discovered them. MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS: Al Pacino met Pope Leo at the Vatican, as Pacino was a part of a delegation from the film Maserati: The Brothers.Will Smith turned down Christopher Nolan's offer to be in the blockbuster film, Inception. The first full trailer for the "Naked Gun" remake with Liam Neeson is out. Pamela Anderson is featured in a couple sight gags. Here's a quick example of the puns to come.· Here are 10 famous people who have, or had, unusual animal companions:1. Kristen Stewart: She grew up raising wolf-hybrids. a. In 2013, she had to go to court with a neighbor who wasn't cool with the two that she had on her property. She said, quote, "They're loyal, they're big, they're completely socialized, they're licensed, they're legal for me to have them, and I love them!"2. Kirstie Alley: Before she died, she owned 14 lemurs . . . which she fell in love with while doing conservation work in Madagascar.3. Salma Hayek: She adopted a rescue owl in 2019. Her name is Kering, after a company Salma's husband owns. She says, quote, "[She's often] on my head or my shoulder, my arms. Sometimes, when she is really close to me, I can feel her rubbing against me, which is really nice. And I feel so blessed."4. Paris Hilton: Years ago, she got herself a little rainforest mammal called a kinkajou. She named it Baby Luv. In 2006, she had to get a tetanus shot after it bit her. At one point she actually owned two of them.5. Leonardo DiCaprio: In 2010, he attended the North American Reptile Breeders Conference and Trade Show . . . and left with a 10-year-old tortoise. There's no word if he still has it, but they can live to be 80 years old.6. Tyga: He owned an actual tiger, even though they're illegal in California. When the cops came after him, he gave it to an animal shelter.7. Ice-T: He had a shark tank in his home recording studio, but that's gone now. He still has a regular aquarium, though.8. Tracy Morgan: He had to spend $400,000 on a 2,700-gallon tank for his giant Pacific octopus named Bwyadette.9. Nicolas Cage: Where do you start? He's owned sharks, an octopus, a 5-foot monitor lizard, and two venomous albino king cobras named Moby and Sheba. He had them locked behind bulletproof glass and kept antivenom handy. He once said, quote, "If they bite me . . . I have 15 minutes to live."10. Vanilla Ice: He once owned a wallaroo, which is a cross between a wallaby and a kangaroo. He sent it to a farm in Florida after it got too big for his property. AND FINALLY As Marvel prepares for an 'X-Men' reboot, these actors have been rumored to star in the mutant franchise: 'Breaking Bad' star Bryan Cranston as Mister SinisterDenzel Washington as MagnetoAnya Taylor-Joy as MagikHarris Dickinson as CyclopsMargaret Qualley as RogueColman Domingo as Professor XHunter Schafer as MystiqueNathalie Emmanuel as StormSadie Sink as Jean GreyHugh Jackman as WolverineAND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's Hot Nolan Summer! Mal and Jo are back to revisit Christopher Nolan's first Batman movie, ‘Batman Begins.' They discuss how the movie holds up 20 years after its release and give out some superlatives. They break down everything from the most baffling accent to the sickest set piece and more! (00:00) Intro (06:41) ‘Batman Begins' turns 20 (01:00:59) Funniest line/moment (01:04:08) Sickest set piece (01:09:18) Who is the real villain of the movie? (01:17:04) Most exquisitely gorgeous shot (01:20:16) The scene you think about the most (01:29:13) Where would you put the one f-bomb? (01:32:52) Most baffling accent (01:35:25) Best use of a Nolanverse regular (01:40:41) Best stunt (01:44:28) Stealth MVP (01:50:28) Best dead wife moment (01:53:30) Clearest “great man” moment (01:56:38) Regrettably miscast and how to replace them (01:58:03) Most satisfying twist (01:59:50) Horniest moment (02:02:05) The line that hits the hardest (02:03:49) Most devastating moment (02:05:50) Most unforgettable Zimmerism (02:08:45) Never returned to the Nolanverse but should have (02:09:15) The most Nolan thing about this movie (02:10:59) What about ‘The Odyssey' are you most hyped for? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Delighted to share a truly remarkable conversation I had back in April 2019 with Steve Papazian - a Hollywood executive whose career spans nearly five decades and reads like a masterclass in entertainment industry evolution. When you look at his filmography, you're looking at some of cinema's most defining moments - The Matrix, The Hobbit trilogy, the Harry Potter films. He's been the trusted production partner for visionaries like Clint Eastwood and Christopher Nolan across multiple projects, helping bring their creative visions to life on an unprecedented scale. Steve takes us inside one of the corporate transformations that shaped modern Hollywood - the Warner Brothers-Lorimar merger, his strategic move to Universal - and reveals the sophisticated decision-making that goes into shepherding these cultural touchstones from concept to screen. Beyond the business acumen, Steve has a deep reverence for the craft itself. He speaks with genuine passion about Hollywood's golden era and offers profound insights into what it means to maintain creative integrity in an industry often driven by competing interests and immense financial pressures. Part two was recorded last week and drops in two days! But first, let me take you back to April 2019 for this essential conversation about what it truly means to be an exceptional producer in Hollywood - and how one builds a legacy that spans generations of filmmaking.
Christopher Nolan. A filmmaker long linked with James Bond. A man who loves his spy movies. A man who's got to the point where he can make pretty much any film he likes. 2020's Tenet remains arguably his most divisive, but talk of the film is also wrapped up in the lockdown year of 2020, and his split from long-term studio partner Warner Bros. We dig into the story here. Then! Gina Gershon is co-starring with John Travolta again in High Rollers, and she joins Simon for a long chat about the film, her career, and how her cat reviews movies. Quite the conversation, this...! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This year is the 20th anniversary of Batman Begins, the first film of Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy. Batman Begins intentionally had a much darker and more serious tone than did Batman and Robin, which many critics ridiculed for its campy and humorous tone, a choice that most audiences greatly appreciated.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
This title may look like a typo, but those of you who follow Michael Caine on Twitter X know it's quite deliberate. Danny and Kevin celebrate 20 years (to the day) of Batman Begins by providing a commentary track for this beloved Christopher Nolan film. The duo discuss the impact of this picture and The Dark Knight trilogy on both the superhero genre as well as general blockbuster popcorn films while occasionally referencing how awesome the scene playing at the time of their rambling is. They also ask important questions, like is Katie Holmes really that bad of an actor? Or, what's so special about condensed milk? If you are watching the movie while listening, hit play on the movie at the 1 minute 50 second mark of the podcast. Follow us on Instagram and email us at coffeeanddeathsticks@gmail.com
This week, a new day dawns for a certain caped crusader. We've reached BATMAN BEGINS, Christopher Nolan's initial foray into the superhero genre. The influence it's had in the twenty years since speaks for itself, but does it still have the same impact now as it did then? Listen along and remember a time when a “gritty superhero movie” was a novel concept!
It's been 20 years since the release of Christopher Nolan's genre-altering comic book classic, BATMAN BEGINS! We found that we had to jump back two decades to discuss the buildup, reception and legacy of one of the most beloved movies of the genre. Special Guest Andy of Holy BatCast: The All Batman Podcast joins us for a full retrospective. Where to find us: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/epic-film-guys- Official Fan Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/epicfilmguys Feed URL: https://epicfilmguys.podbean.com/feed/ Wordpress: http://epicfilmguys.wordpress.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/epicfilmguysny/live You can also catch us on most every podcatcher under the sun! Search for us on BluBrry, Stitcher, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, Overcast, and many others. Search and you will find us! There has never been a better time to join up with the elites at https://www.patreon.com/epicfilmguys! You can get access to pre-roll and outtakes from the show, exclusive episodes, free swag, and so much more. Tiers start as low as $1/month! Please consider supporting the show, and thank you for being one of the EFG faithful!
This is a free Demo--Full episode can be found at: patreon.com/c/RememberShuffleThe Shuffle Bois turn from the worst Classics adaptation of the 2000s (Troy) to what might be the best, the Coen Brothers' "O Brother Where Art Thou." After describing the source material - Homer's Odyssey - the bois give a plot summary of the Cohen brothers' southern folklore epic. They then discuss some themes of the film - the North's view of the South in 2000, the place of music in the film, and the various mythologies of the film. They close out, as always, with the echoes in the culture, looking forward to Christopher Nolan's 2026 Odyssey adaptation.
First Time Watch by Brandon MonthMemento [2000]: Episode 350Do you like thriller movies? Well do you like backwards thriller movies? Yea, that's what this week's movie is. Let's talk about 'Memento' brought to us by Christopher Nolan, and while we're at it we'll also talk about Sammy Jankis.#Memento #ChristopherNolan #MovieReview
Entering the ring at 6 feet, 165 pounds, the Inceptionist, the prestigest, the teneter - Christopher Nolan! Working to restart the Batman franchise Nolan starts with the 2005 Batman BeginsDirectorChristopher NolanProducerLarry J. Franco, Charles Roven, Emma ThomasScreenwriterDavid S. Goyer, Christopher Nolan, Bob KaneDistributorWarner Bros. PicturesProduction CoDC Comics, Warner Brothers, Syncopy, Di Bonaventura PicturesRatingPG-13 (Some Thematic Elements|Disturbing Images|Intense Action Violence)GenreAction, Fantasy, AdventureOriginal LanguageEnglishRelease Date (Theaters)Jun 15, 2005Budget$150,000,000 (estimated)Gross US & Canada$206,863,479Opening weekend US & Canada$48,745,440Jun 19, 2005Gross worldwide$375,406,308StarringChristian Bale,Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Gary Oldman, Cillian Murphy, Tom Wilkinson, Rutger Hauer, Ken Watanabe, Morgan Freeman
Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we complete our series within a series on walking simulators, this time with The Stanley Parable. We talk about the multiple paths, the humor, the zany meta of it all, and then turn to our takeaways. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: All of The Stanley Parable Issues covered: preconceptions, focusing on different things, a good capper, a career of meta, goals for different walking simulators, recognizing the player, having the opportunity to ignore the narrator, talking about the broom closet, following directions, some of the Ultra Deluxe, the jump button, the skip button, not making something so new that it's unrecognizable but making it fresh, interactive theater and cinema, always going the opposite direction from the way the designer wants you to go, the structures which bind our lives, constraints generating interesting experiences, extreme focus and constraints, the impact of voice work, playing with constraints, playing against expectations, being in conversation with the player, is subverting expectations a genre mechanic?, recognizable human spaces, communicating through a shared humanity, a comparison with an alien space. Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: Davey Wreden, William Pugh, Galactic Cafe, Crows Crows Crows, Kevan Brightley, Severance, Firewatch, The Beginner's Guide, UFO 50, Hideo Kojima, Wanderstop, Crows Crows Crows, Gone Home, Dear Esther, Portal, Mousetrap, Agatha Christie, Bandersnatch, Brian Eno, Clue, Memento, Dunkirk, Christopher Nolan, Outer Wilds, BioStats, Adventure, Chris Hecker, Rogue, Rogue Legacy 2, Animal Farm (obliquely), SNES, Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers, Mark Garcia. Next time: TBA! Twitch Discord DevGameClub@gmail.com
For this episode, the latest in our series on the films of Christopher Nolan, we're diving into The Prestige — the movie that proves Nolan can turn two magicians battling it out for “Most Extra” into a work of art. Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale destroy their lives for a trick, but it's the kind of destruction that makes you think, “Maybe I should be that obsessed with something.” We're here to praise Nolan's genius, David Bowie's perfect cameo, and the mind games at play. No, we still don't fully get the ending, but wow — what a ride. Warning: Contains deep admiration for The Prestige's intricate layers, confusing plot twists, and the sheer audacity of its brilliance. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a 5-star review! Hosts: Craig Dickinson: x.com/CraigMDickinson Corey Heitschmidt: x.com/HeitSolo Justin Eldon: x.com/justineldon7 Connect with us: Website: readingbetweenthereels.podbean.com X: x.com/ReadBtweenReels Facebook: facebook.com/ReadBtweenReels Email: ReadingBetweenReels@gmail.com SpeakPipe: speakpipe.com/ReadingBetweentheReels You can also join our Facebook group. It's a safe place to share your thoughts and discuss all things related to movies. You can find us at facebook.com/groups/readbtweenreels Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hats, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you are interesting in advertising on this podcast, please go to: podbean.com/advertiseonRBR The following music was used for this media project: Music: "Neon Fury" by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/12190-neon-fury License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
In this extended podcast extra, hear a compelling mashup of MSNBC's Ari Melber in conversation with Oscar-winning directors Wes Anderson and Christopher Nolan, along with acclaimed actors Jeff Goldblum and Javier Bardem.
Ever feel like you're screaming into the void while talking to customer support? Welcome to the Verizon episode. In ROI Podcast™ episode #486, Law Smith and Eric Readinger walk you through a 22-hour odyssey trying to solve one simple Verizon trade-in issue—and in doing so, shine a spotlight on the hellscape of AI-powered customer service, endless chat resets, and the real ROI cost of wasted time. We dig into: Whether AI bots are actually making support worse How corporations weaponize the “illusion of choice” The emotional and economic toll of bad service Why project management means nothing without time awareness Time as your most precious asset—and how companies steal it Nostalgia, comedy, and a little financial truth bomb for dessert If you've ever asked, “Am I talking to a real person or just yelling at a toaster?”—this episode is for you... Verizon customer service, AI chatbots, live chat nightmare, time management, ROI Podcast, business comedy, satirical business podcast, bad support stories, illusion of choice, telecom frustration, passive investing, Christopher Nolan, funny podcast about work, digital operations, customer service horror stories, Eric Readinger, Law Smith Episode sponsored by @ZUPYAK https://www.Zupyak.com → promo code → SWEAT @Flodesk -50% off https://flodesk.com/c/AL83FF @Incogni remove you personal data from public websites 50% off https://get.incogni.io/SH3ve @SQUARESPACE website builder → https://squarespacecircleus.pxf.io/sweatequity @CALL RAIL call tracking → https://bit.ly/sweatequitycallrail @LINKEDIN PREMIUM - 2 months free! → https://bit.ly/sweatequity-linkedin-premium @OTTER.ai → https://otter.ai/referrals/AVPIT85N Hosts' Eric Readinger & Law Smith
Hello! Our epic trilogy series wraps up with The Dark Knight Rises. Christopher Nolan's epic conclusion isn't perfect, but it's also a great way to conclude this bold, ambitious group of movies.How does it hold up? (Spoiler alert: All 4 of us gave it the exact same rating!)To pair with this new classic, we enjoy a little Spanish Cava!#Batman #Superhero #ChristopherNolan #actionmovies #DC #TheDarkKnightRises #ChristianBale #TomHardyBe sure and subscribe, and check out my full reviews of every movie we cover:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cinemavino/id1443636422https://open.spotify.com/show/3F2TZMa7gawXwY86syEZa6?si=74a4650f88cb48c7https://toddwoffordmovies.comAlso check out our cool sponsor! Use promo code CINEMAVINO and you'll get a huge 30% discount on your purchase. Plus, we'll receive a small commission. Win, win!https://rsrvcollective.com