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This week on Born to Watch, it's time for our Air Force One Movie Review, the movie review podcast where we don't take the movies or ourselves too seriously. Whitey, G-Man, and Will the Worky climb aboard one of the most patriotic action films ever made, as Harrison Ford swaps his whip and fedora for the Oval Office and proves that sometimes the President really can save the day.Released in 1997 and directed by Wolfgang Petersen, Air Force One became one of the biggest blockbusters of the year, delivering a simple but irresistible premise. Terrorists hijack the President's plane, take his family hostage and quickly discover they've picked a fight with a Commander-in-Chief who just happens to be a Medal of Honour recipient.The boys dive into whether this 90s action favourite still holds up almost three decades later, or whether nostalgia is doing most of the heavy lifting.Harrison Ford once again proves why he remains one of Hollywood's greatest accidental heroes. Whether he's Han Solo, Indiana Jones, Dr Richard Kimble or President James Marshall, Ford has a knack for making ordinary people believe they can survive extraordinary situations. The team discusses why his grounded style works so well and why he's able to elevate even the most over-the-top action movies.Of course, no discussion of Air Force One would be complete without Gary Oldman. His performance as terrorist Ivan Korshunov is as intense as ever, even if the boys question whether one of cinema's greatest actors deserved a stronger script. Along the way, they celebrate Oldman's incredible career, from Leon and True Romance through to The Dark Knight, Darkest Hour and beyond.As always, the movie quickly becomes secondary to the ridiculous questions that only Born to Watch can ask.Just how many parachutes does Air Force One actually carry?Why is everyone smiling after jumping out of a plane somewhere over Kazakhstan?Does a 1997 satellite phone really keep working at 20,000 feet?Why is there an endless supply of drinks hidden in the cargo hold?And how exactly does one MiG fighter somehow survive an entire squadron attack just so the movie can have one more action sequence?The crew also takes aim at some wonderfully cheesy taglines, debates whether this is one of cinema's greatest presidential action thrillers, and wonders if Australians will ever truly understand America's obsession with the presidency.Elsewhere, G-Man delivers another outstanding Ordinary People segment, covering Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close and a cast full of "that guy" character actors you've seen in dozens of movies. There's also a look back at the massive year that was 1997, including Titanic, Men in Black, The Lost World: Jurassic Park and Good Will Hunting.Hit, Sleeper or Dud returns with another trio of recommendations, including Wesley Snipes' underrated Murder at 1600, the Spanish original that inspired Vanilla Sky, and one of the greatest movie titles ever discovered in the Dud category.As always, expect plenty of laughs, terrible impressions, completely unnecessary tangents, and more than a few moments where the logic of Hollywood action films is left hanging out the side of the aircraft.So buckle up, secure your tray table, prepare for decompression, and remember one thing...Get off my podcast!If you enjoy what we do, we'd love your support. Subscribe wherever you listen, leave us a five-star review, share the episode with your mates, and follow Born to Watch across social media. Every listen helps us keep celebrating the movies we all grew up with, one ridiculous review at a time.#AirForceOne #HarrisonFord #GaryOldman #WolfgangPetersen #MovieReview #BornToWatchPodcast #90sMovies #ActionMovies #FilmPodcast #GetOffMyPlane
Matt Damon has worked with all the great filmmakers but it's his 3rd go round with Christopher Nolan that may just have resulted in the role of his career as Odysseus in THE ODYSSEY. He joins Josh to talk about the role, the gratitude he feels, and how much he owes his female stunt double. Plus, a 2021 flashback chat talking about the roles that got away including AVATAR and THE DARK KNIGHT! SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! Rula -- Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/happy #rulapod Quince -- Go to Quince.com/HAPPYSAD for free shipping and 365-day returns. Limited Time Offer–Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code happy15 at http://huel.com/happy15. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and Alexander "TheNimp" Jolly Running Time: 1:13:33 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream Archive: YouTube This week on That Video Game Podcast (TVGP) we chat about LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Granblue Fantasy Relink, and Marathon. Become a patron of TVGP for just a few dollars a month at E1M1's Patreon Page! Get two month early access to Critical Misses, uncensored outtakes, and much more for just $5/month!
It's hot on the West Coast, the air is unbreathable on the East Coast, and so this week's show gets weird right from jump. Facts are misstated, and names have a hard time being remembered. It's all in a day's work for Conor Kilpatrick and Josh Flanagan. Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:06:10 Pick of the Week:00:03:20 – Dark Knights of Steel II #1 Comics:00:12:23 – Punisher vs. Spider-Man #100:20:41 – Superman Unlimited #1500:24:40 – Fantastic Four #740 (14)00:31:16 – Super Creepshow #500:34:33 – Absolute Flash #1700:38:45 – The Savage Sword of Conan #1500:41:58 – Captain America #784 (13) Patron Pick:00:46:57 – Dark Knights of Steel II #1 Patron Thanks:00:48:05 – Dan Audience Questions:00:51:49 – Josh H. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania wants to know when The Bronze Age officially began. Brought To You By: iFanboy Patrons – Become one today for as little as $3/month! Or join for a full year and get a discount! You can also make a one time donation of any amount! iFanboy T-Shirts and Merch – Show your iFanboy pride with a t-shirt or other great merchandise on Threadless! We've got TWENTY THREE designs! Music:“Left to Right (iFanboy Theme)”Josh Flanagan Watch The iFanboy After Show for Pick of the Week #1035! Listen to Conor, Josh, and Ron on their other show Goodfellas Minute. Listen to Conor and Ron reminisce about Goodfellas Minute on Sporadicast: An Oral History of Movies by Minutes. Listen to Conor discuss Dirty Harry on Movie of the Year: 1971. Watch Ron talk about the online pinball ecosystem on Dirty Pool Podcast. Listen to Conor, Josh, and Ron discuss Blade (1998) on Cradle to the Grave. Listen to Josh discuss Fargo on Movie of the Year: 1996. Listen to Conor discuss Swingers on Movie of the Year: 1996. Watch Ron talk about pinball technology on the Daily Tech News Show. Listen to Conor discuss Ghostbusters on Movie of the Year: 1984. Listen to Conor, Josh, and Ron discuss The Crow (1994) on Cradle to the Grave. Listen to Josh discuss Jaws 4: The Revenge (1987) on Cradle to the Grave. Listen to Josh discuss Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) on Cradle to the Grave. Watch Josh and Conor talk about how to start a podcast on OpenWater. Listen to Ron talk about The Phantom Menace minute 80 on Star Wars Minute. Listen to Ron talk about Return of the Jedi minute 124 on Star Wars Minute. Listen to Conor talk about Return of the Jedi minute 104 on Star Wars Minute. Listen to Ron talk about The Empire Strikes Back minute 115 on Star Wars Minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailGood evening and welcome to another episode of Last Call with Three & 1/2 Gentlemen. Just in time for The Odyssey, the hosts count down their Top 6 Christopher Nolan movies of all time, debating the films that have defined one of Hollywood's most visionary directors. From mind-bending thrillers to epic blockbusters, the crew shares their picks, hot takes, and favorite Christopher Nolan movies.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the show on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast
- Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #1. Jude Ellison S. Doyle (W), Fran Galán (A), Patricio Delpeche (C). (DC). - Dark Knights of Steel 2 #1. Tom Taylor (W), Otto Schmidt (A), Arif Prianto (C). (DC). - Operation: Iron Coffin #1. Kenny Porter (W), Tyrell Cannon (A/C). (IDW). - Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1. Joshua Williamson (W), Leomacs (A), Pip Martin (C). (Image). - Avengers: Armageddon #2 (de 5). Chip Zdarsky (W), Delio Díaz y Frank Alpízar (A), Sonia Oback (C). (Marvel). - M.A.S.K. #2. Dan Watters (W), Pye Parr (A), Pierluigi Casolino (C). (Image). Los Irresistibles [0:44:00]: Absolute Green Arrow #3, Absolute Martian Manhunter #12 (Final), Batman #11, Captain America #13, Daredevil #4, Die: Loaded #7, End of Life #6, Lobo #5, The Forged #12.
This week's episode of The Empire Podcast sees one of the most revered Chrises in the movie business finally sit down with the director of The Dark Knight, Inception, Interstellar, Oppenheimer and now The Odyssey. Yes, our Chris Hewitt has a lovely chat with Christopher Nolan, as the latter's Odyssey odyssey finally comes to an end. [47:24 - 1:09:28] Either side of that, Chris (Hewitt) is joined in the podbooth by Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Alex Godfrey to pay a heartfelt tribute to the great Sam Neill, who passed away this week at the age of 78; make their selections for the Mount Rushmore of Neill films (by popular public demand); discuss the week's movie news, including the trailer for Tom Cruise's Digger; and review Heartstopper Forever, Couples Weekend and, yes, The Odyssey. With the latter review, in particular, proving so epic it might take you ten years to recover. Enjoy.
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Movies are dreams, and directors are like the ultimate dreamweavers, if you think about it. Christopher Nolan certainly thinks so, and in his most autobiographical movie, he has Leonardo DiCaprio play man named Dom Cobb (come on, that's not a real name) who is dressed and styled to look a lot like Christopher Nolan, and he must assemble a team of creatives to help a billionaire in his feud with another billionaire. But actually, it's a movie about uncertainty. No one ever really knows whether they're in a dream, or in the Matrix, or being controlled by a demon. And when you understand that the movie is actually about giving you the experience of living with uncertainty, a lot clicks into place. Or at least it did for Matt. Laci might need to watch Inception a few more times. Before the movie discussion of Inception, Laci and Matt take you behind the scenes, giving a look at the evolution of Inception from Nolan's days as a student at uni all the way to the final version that made nearly a billion dollars at the box office. Watch Matt's video about Fantasia 2000, the "Trump's Ballroom" of Disney movies: https://youtu.be/y5x3zDnjXrg Watch this Inception podcast in full on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-XOu8nCE-3g Get more 1-Week Rental on Patreon: https://patreon.com/1weekrental Next week (July 24, 2026): The Dark Knight Rises (2012)! The Summer of Nolan is our summer 2026 miniseries covering the movie career of Christopher Nolan through nine movies on the main feed (plus additional episodes on the Patreon!), presented in chronological order, starting with Memento and going through Oppenheimer. And don't be surprised if our old pal Odysseus drops by to tell us about his long journey home to his wife. Time stamps: 00:01:24 — Opening thoughts on Inception 00:18:15 — History segment: Christopher Nolan conceives of "dream thief" idea in early '90s and writes early version of screenplay in early 2000s; he rewrites it after The Dark Knight; casting Leonardo DiCaprio; reception & box office; interpretations of Inception 00:57:55 — Movie discussion + Inception film analysis 02:28:35 — Star ratings + final review of Inception INCEPTION was written and direct by Christopher Nolan. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Eliot Page, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ken Watanabe, Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy, Dileep Rao, Tom Berenger, Michael Caine, Pete Posthlethwaite, Lukas Haas, and Talulah Riley as a woman. Sources: "The Nolan Variations: The Movies, Mysteries, and Marvels of Christopher Nolan" by Tom Shone (2020) - https://amzn.to/4yiNtw0 "A Man and His Dream: Christopher Nolan and Inception" by Dave Itzkoff | The New York Times (2010) - https://bit.ly/4eQFcru "Crime of the Century" by Dan Jolin | Empire (2010) - https://bit.ly/4fuhz8g "Christopher Nolan: The Iconic Filmmaker and His Work" by Ian Nathan (2026) - https://amzn.to/4oc2lro "Inception and Philosophy: Because It's Never Just a Dream" edited by David Kyle Johnson (2011) - https://amzn.to/4fsoAq5 "Why Christopher Nolan gave in and helped a critic interpret his movies" by Josh Rottenberg | The Los Angeles Times (2020) - https://bit.ly/4bCJ1hI "This Time the Dream's on Me" by A.O. Scott | The New York Times (2010) - https://bit.ly/3TdPVUo "Dream Factory" by David Denby | The New Yorker (2010) - https://bit.ly/4w6xksa Transcript: https://1weekrentalpod.com/2026/07/inception/#transcript Artwork by Laci Roth. Matt has two monthly spin-off podcasts! PodJob: A James Bond Podcast on Apple Podcast (https://bit.ly/4jRL2K1), Spotify (https://bit.ly/4a8jM6E), and YouTube (https://youtube.com/@podjob007). The Sign Post Up Ahead: A Twilight Zone Recap Podcast on Apple Podcast (https://bit.ly/4vtO6jG), Spotify (https://bit.ly/4w1qDat), and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@TheSignPostUpAhead). Music by Rural Route Nine. Listen to their album The Joy of Averages on Spotify (https://bit.ly/48WBtUa), Apple Music (https://bit.ly/3Q6kOVC), or YouTube (https://bit.ly/3MbU6tC). Songs by Rural Route Nine in this episode: "Summer of Nolan" - https://youtube.com/shorts/CAIzthDLrT8 "Winston-Salem" - https://youtu.be/-acMutUf8IM "Snake Drama" - https://youtu.be/xrzz8_2Mqkg "The Bible Towers of Bluebonnet" - https://youtu.be/k7wlxTGGEIQ The "Summer of Nolan" theme song was written by Matt Stokes. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by TJ Barends. Performed by: TJ Barends - backing vocals Wade Hymel - drums, percussion, and backing vocals Laci Roth - vocals Matt Stokes - vocals, guitar, and bass Follow 1-Week Rental, a movie podcast: Twitter: @1weekrental | @MattStokes9 | @LRothConcepts Facebook: @1weekrental Instagram: @1weekrental TikTok: @1weekrental | @mattstokes9 Letterboxd: @loadbearinglaci | @mattstokes9 Bluesky: @1weekrental.bsky.social 1-Week Rental used to be Load Bearing Beams.
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.On this month's podcast, we dive back into the DCU and the second live action film in James Gunn's universe – Supergirl. It's no secret this movie has been a massive disappointment from a box office perspective. That is certainly a topic of discussion in this podcast, but more importantly…how did we like the movie? Alex Marcus, Podcasting Director of the Pop Break, returns once again as the Bat Crew review this movie in detail, spoilers and all! And we'll just tell you right now, it's two against one! Did two people like it, and one disliked it, or was it the other way around? And who was on which side!We review this movie in depth: the performances. The villain. The story. The filmmaking. Where did it go wrong? Where it went right. What does this mean for the DCU going forward? And what will its impact be on the superhero genre (you knew we had to dive into the superhero movie discussion!).We recorded this podcast the weekend Supergirl came out, and while it's certainly losing relevance by the day, we hope you'll enjoy this spirited discussion about the film!
THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture With the release of Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" arriving in theaters, our 2008 retrospective revisits his comic book action film that not only re-defined the genre, but changed the whole industry up until the Oscar nominations where it forced the Academy to expand the Best Picture lineup for the first time in decades, "The Dark Knight," starring Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Morgan Freeman. Co-written with his brother Jonathan Nolan, the world had never seen a comic book film quite like Christopher Nolan's crime epic. Marked by the untimely passing of Heath Ledger before its release, the film had a tremendous amount of hype surrounding it during the summer of 2008 and continues to be talked about till this day for Ledger's iconic, Academy Award-winning performance, Nolan's grounded realism borrowing from other crime classics such as "Heat," the film's politics and how it directly commented on the Patriot Act, its themes of escalation, chaos, vigilantism and more! How does it hold up nearly 20 years later? Please tune in as Alyssa Christian, Josh Parham, Amy Kim, Brendan Hodges, and I talk about the film's screenplay, Nolan's direction, the performances, the action sequences, the film's historic awards season run, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Please check out our past reviews for "Frost/Nixon," "Doubt," "Changeling," "Revolutionary Road," "WALL-E, and "Milk." We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy our review! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“The biggest risk in motion pictures is to not take a risk. You have to be putting it out there and offering people something new, and that's what will get them out of their houses.”Katie Razzall speaks to Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan. The 55-year-old, whose directing credits include Inception, Interstellar and Oppenheimer, is widely considered one of the 21st century's most influential filmmakers.Born in London in 1970, his career began in the mid-1990s, when he would proofread scripts, operate cameras and direct for corporate information films. Barely a decade later, he was chosen to direct Christian Bale as Batman in The Dark Knight trilogy, setting a new standard for how superheroes were portrayed on screen.A string of blockbusters followed, making him one of the highest-grossing directors of all time, and was later knighted in 2024 for his services to film.He's now releasing his latest project, The Odyssey - an ambitious adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek story, starring a Hollywood A-List cast, including Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Zendaya.Thank you to the Culture team for their help in making this programme. The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC, including episodes with fellow Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro, tennis champion Martina Navratilova, and legendary musician Sir Paul McCartney. You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Presenter: Katie Razzall Producers: Ben Cooper, Roxanne Panthaki, Alex Stanger and Steven Wright Editor: Damon RoseGet in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.(Image: Christopher Nolan. Credit: Reuters)
Are you listening closely? Because we're back with our next review in our Christopher Nolan series! Between Batman Begins and The Dark Knight, Nolan went back to 1890s England to look at the professional rivalry of two obsessed magicians. This is a personal favorite of ours, and we're very excited to break it down for you. Next up: Inception!
Kristian Harloff breaks down the biggest movie news stories of the day, led by a major shakeup for DC fans as **The Batman: Part II** has officially been delayed until **2028**. What caused the delay, what does it mean for Matt Reeves' Batman universe, and how will it impact Robert Pattinson's future as the Dark Knight? Kristian dives into the latest updates and what this means for DC Studios moving forward. Plus, **Blue Beetle** is officially returning in **Man of Tomorrow**, George Lucas shares his thoughts on AI and why he doesn't believe fan feedback should dictate creative decisions, and **Bradley Cooper** is reportedly replacing **Chris Hemsworth** in Danny McBride's upcoming **G.I. Joe** reboot. Stories For Today: * The Batman: Part II Delayed Until 2028 * Blue Beetle Returns In Man of Tomorrow * George Lucas: Yes To AI, No To Fan Feedback * G.I. Joe: Bradley Cooper Replaces Chris Hemsworth In Danny McBride's Upcoming Reboot Today's show is headlined by the surprising delay of **The Batman: Part II**, raising new questions about the future of Matt Reeves' Gotham saga and the broader DC landscape. Kristian also discusses Blue Beetle's return to the DCU, George Lucas' latest comments on artificial intelligence and fan expectations, and the newest casting news for the upcoming **G.I. Joe** reboot. If you're a fan of Batman, DC Studios, Robert Pattinson, Blue Beetle, George Lucas, G.I. Joe, Bradley Cooper, or the latest movie news, this episode is for you. #TheBatmanPartII #Batman #RobertPattinson #MattReeves #DC #DCStudios #BlueBeetle #ManOfTomorrow #GeorgeLucas #AI #GIJoe #BradleyCooper #MovieNews #KristianHarloffShow #entertainmentnews COME JOIN HARLOFF, ELLIS AND STERGER FOR A NIGHT OF COMEDY - THURSDAY, 10/8 @ 7:30PM SHOW HOSTED BY: KYLE LEWIS https://brokerage.govs.com/shows/376674 SPONSORS: Ka'Chava: Go to https://kachava.com and use code KRISTIAN for 15% off your first order.
Jace and Rocky break down all 13 DC releases for the week of July 15, 2026. Nightwing #140 brings Psycho Pirate into Dan Watters' Blüdhaven mystery by tying the city's violence to Medusa architecture instead of the Medusa Mask. Wonder Woman #35 works as a Wonder War interlude that retells Diana's origin through Steve Trevor explaining Wonder Woman's history to Trinity. End of Life #6 has Eddie Stallion try to leave Pluto before his reunion with Sophie convinces him to stay while the Menagerie's assassins keep closing in. Batwoman #5 has Kate Kane rescue Alice by removing her mask and reaching her sister directly, while Mother Despina warns that winning may still mean losing. Deathstroke: The Terminator #5 reveals the person behind the attacks on Slade and ends with a threat to Rose Wilson that she may not survive. Absolute Flash #17 ends the Gorilla City story in tragic fashion with the young Grodd caught between loyalty to his father and his bond with Wally. Batman/Superman: World's Finest #53 highlights Dick Grayson's skills as he tries to break Batman and Superman free from Tyrannus Rex's control in Skartaris. Dark Knights of Steel 2 #1 expands the medieval DC world beyond the original kingdoms as Kara is welcomed into Amazonia, Batman remains separated from the League, and Amanda Waller's secret villainy continues to hang over the larger story. New Titans #37 hints at Static joining the team while giving Kid Devil more spotlight and continuing Spoiler's rise into a stronger leadership role. Lobo #5 has the network ordered to bring Lobo back, only for the executive to put a contract on him and send Lip Bomb after the Main Man. Catwoman #89 pushes Selina deeper into her Gotham war with Black Mask while bringing her connection to Carmine Falcone closer to outright confirmation. Superman Unlimited #15 builds on the Ultra Boy reveal by showing Jon Kent's faith in him pay off, while Superwoman's arrival keeps the Earth-3 story from ending cleanly. Absolute Green Arrow #3 shifts further into Black Canary's investigation as the issue reveals Miraclo, Rex Tyler and anti-aging experiments tied to the billionaires being targeted. They also give a rundown of this week's collected editions, reprints and facsimile releases. As always, all books are ranked from top to bottom and each host gives a Book of the Week pick.
Project Hail Mary, Masters of the Universe, and Sunsetting the Dark Knight w/Tom Libby & Jesan Sorrells--- Explore the cultural impact and evolution of superhero films as Jesan Sorrells and Tom Libby compare the archetypes of Batman and Superman, analyze changing generational tastes in cinema, and dig into new millennial-focused heroic narratives in movies like Project Hail Mary and Masters of the Universe. They discuss the importance of sincerity in modern heroism, debate whether Gen X or Millennial values dominate current film, and reflect on the future of movie storytelling in the age of AI and streaming. This lively, in-depth conversation connects film trends to broader cultural and generational shifts, offering fresh insight for leaders and movie-lovers alike.Book & Film Titles Discussed:The Dark Knight Returns by Frank MillerProject Hail Mary by Andy WeirWatchmen by Alan MooreMasters of the Universe (film adaptation)Superman (various film adaptations)Guests:Jesan Sorrells - HostTom Libby - Co-Host---Time-Stamped Overview---00:00 Batman films' evolution and iconic portrayals.05:48 Lessons from Writing and Collaboration.14:27 Movie acting, script quality and its Discontents.15:57 On Bill Bixby, Lou Ferrigno, and the Hulk on TV.26:01 Exploring Batman's psychological motivations.31:48 The Dark Knight's billion-dollar cultural impact.35:50 Choosing superheroes for problem-solving skills.40:17 Evaluating Superman Returns vs. Man of Steel.46:03 Comparing Superman and Batman personalities.51:55 Superman's logical consistency and character integrity.55:21 Watching Project: Hail Mary again with kids.01:02:25 Millennials and Gen Z are now driving film culture.01:06:53 Method acting and its impact on actors.01:12:43 Millennial cynicism and need for sincerity.01:19:58 Evolution of hero archetypes in cinema.01:25:55 Generational differences in workplace expectations.01:29:11 Impact of the Internet on generational culture and tech.01:33:42 Staying on the Leadership Path - With Movies! ---Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air" from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!---Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ---
In today's Daily Fix:Another casualty in the big Xbox reset of 2026 is reportedly an unannounced Halo multiplayer project. The game was in development at Certain Affinity, who is a support studio with credits on several other Halo and Call of Duty titles. Halo 5's Warzone mode was apparently an inspiration for the game, and was to be built in Unreal Engine, like the soon-to-be-released Halo: Campaign Evolved. In other news, Matt Reeves' The Batman Part 2 is being delayed to 2028 (!) which would make it about six years since Part 1 dropped in 2022. For comparison, all three of Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight movies were released in a seven-year period. And speaking of Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey will be journeying to theaters this weekend, as well as in Fortnite. Skins for Matt Damon's Odysseus and Benny Safdie's Agamemnon will be available in the game starting tomorrow.
The Interstellar (2014) Movie Review has finally landed on Born to Watch, the movie review podcast where we don't take ourselves or the movies too seriously, and this week Whitey, Damo and the G-Man strap themselves into the Endurance to tackle one of Christopher Nolan's most ambitious films.Love it, hate it, or spend three hours trying to figure out what a tesseract actually is, there's no denying that Interstellar is one of the most talked-about science fiction films ever made.Starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Michael Caine and an unforgettable surprise appearance from Matt Damon, Interstellar blends emotional family drama with mind-bending science in a way very few films have attempted before. Black holes, wormholes, time dilation, gravity, fifth dimensions and Hans Zimmer's thunderous score all combine to create a cinematic experience unlike anything else.The boys break down whether Christopher Nolan's space epic deserves its place among the greatest films ever made or asks just a little too much of its audience.Whitey shares why this remains one of the most emotional cinema experiences of his life and admits that even after multiple viewings, he still discovers new details every time. Damo dives deep into the science behind the film, the incredible soundtrack from Hans Zimmer and why this is a movie that rewards repeat watches. Meanwhile, G-Man experiences Interstellar for the very first time, proving that even a three-hour runtime can't stop Nolan from delivering one unforgettable ride.Of course, this wouldn't be Born to Watch without plenty of laughs along the way.The boys debate whether anyone actually understands the ending the first time around, discuss the emotional devastation of Cooper's relationship with Murph, marvel at Nolan's practical filmmaking techniques and question whether they'd leave their own family behind if they were humanity's last hope.There's plenty of appreciation for Matthew McConaughey's career-best performance, Anne Hathaway's emotional turn, Jessica Chastain's incredible work as the adult Murph, and Matt Damon's unforgettable heel turn, which completely changes the direction of the film.As always, the crew dive into the IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes scores, compares Interstellar against some of the greatest science fiction films ever made, revisits the incredible year that was 2014 in cinema and discusses Christopher Nolan's unbelievable run of films, including Batman Begins, The Prestige, The Dark Knight, Inception and Interstellar.Expect plenty of discussion around Hans Zimmer's legendary score, practical visual effects that still hold up over a decade later and why Interstellar continues to inspire audiences every time it's re-released on the biggest screens possible.Naturally, the famous Born to Watch segments return, including Overs and Unders, Critical Thinking, Ordinary People, Hit, Sleeper, Dud, The Snorbs Report, Quickfire Questions and plenty more movie nonsense that somehow still makes perfect sense.Whether you've watched Interstellar once or twenty times, or you're still trying to work out exactly what happened inside the tesseract, this episode is packed with laughs, passionate movie discussion and enough Christopher Nolan appreciation to make even Professor Brand proud.So grab your headphones, set your coordinates beyond Saturn and join the crew for one of the biggest movie discussions we've ever had.Join the conversation! What did you think of Interstellar? Is it Christopher Nolan's greatest achievement? Does Hans Zimmer deliver the greatest movie score of the modern era? Let us know your thoughts across our social channels, and don't forget to subscribe, leave a review and share Born to Watch with your fellow movie lovers.#Interstellar #ChristopherNolan #MatthewMcConaughey #HansZimmer #MovieReview #BornToWatchPodcast #SciFiMovies #FilmPodcast #Interstellar2014 #MoviePodcast
In this episode of Theatrically Authentic, Sarah Atherton-Knight and Simon Scott explore what it actually means to be a neurodivergent performer — from auditions and rejection sensitivity to character building, hyperfocus, and the emotional intensity of stepping on stage.Simon reflects on his experiences as an autistic actor working across theatre, film, and television, discussing how performance became a structured means of processing emotion, identity, and self-expression. Together, Sarah and Simon unpack the realities of audition culture, masking in rehearsal rooms, and the exhausting balance between artistic authenticity and professional survival.Featuring discussions of performances in Oliver!, The Merchant of Venice, Masters of the Air, Romeo and Juliet, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, and immersive theatre experiences like Secret Cinema, this episode explores how neurodivergent minds approach storytelling differently, and why that perspective can create unforgettable performances.
Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and Alexander "TheNimp" Jolly Running Time: 1:35:50 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream Archive: YouTube This week on That Video Game Podcast (TVGP) we chat about LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Rise of the Ronin, and Genesis Alpha One. Xbox To Lay Off 3,200 People Become a patron of TVGP for just a few dollars a month at E1M1's Patreon Page! Get two month early access to Critical Misses, uncensored outtakes, and much more for just $5/month!
Inception is the next film under the Redshirt Cinema Club spotlight, the cerebral 2010 sci-fi action movie Christopher Nolan somehow made in-between The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises. It's generated memes and hot takes galore since then, with audiences loving to hate it as much as they love to… love it. On which side of the fence do we fall? It's time to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What can screenwriters learn from one of the greatest filmmakers of our time?In this episode, we explore five inspiring quotes from Academy Award-winning writer and director Christopher Nolan and break down the storytelling principles behind his remarkable career. From Memento and The Dark Knight trilogy to Inception, Interstellar, and Oppenheimer, Nolan has built a reputation for creating emotionally powerful, intellectually challenging films that captivate audiences worldwide.Before diving into his writing philosophy, we also discuss Nolan's upcoming epic The Odyssey, the first major studio feature filmed entirely with IMAX cameras, and what makes the project so ambitious.In this episode, you'll learn:Why embracing your limitations can make you a more creative storyteller.How creating your own storytelling rules is more powerful than simply breaking existing ones.Why point of view is one of the most important decisions a writer can make.Christopher Nolan's "inside-out" approach to writing believable characters.Why stepping away from a script can often be the key to solving story problems.How high-concept ideas only work when they're grounded in universal human emotions.We also discuss:Christopher Nolan's remarkable filmmaking career.His long collaboration with his brother Jonathan Nolan and producer Emma Thomas.The groundbreaking production of The Odyssey and its all-IMAX format.The film's star-studded cast, including Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong'o, John Leguizamo, Elliot Page, and Mia Goth.How Nolan spent years developing Inception before discovering its emotional core.Whether you're writing your first screenplay, revising a novel, or simply looking for creative inspiration, these five lessons from Christopher Nolan offer timeless advice on crafting stories that are both intellectually engaging and emotionally resonant.
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Few movies have penetrated the general pop culture landscape like Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight. And few characters have resonated the way the Joker, as brought to life by Heath Ledger, did when Nolan's movie came out in the summer of 2008 and became the biggest movie of all time. For their 200th episode, Matt and Laci dive deep—and I mean deep—into The Dark Knight. And in a surprise that could have been conceived by the Joker himself, it turns out Laci loves this movie. Matt, meanwhile, continues to feel extremely mixed about all three of Nolan's Batman movies—there's so much to love, and so much more to be confused and baffled by. For the history segment, the podcast goes behind the scenes to talk about the casting of Heath Ledger and his process for becoming the Joker. Ledger famously isolated himself in a hotel room for a month, journaling his weird thoughts to turn into a version of the Crown Prince of Crime we'd never seen before. We also talk about the history of the Joker as a character, going all the way back to the 1940s. What exactly is it about the Joker that appeals to so many people? And, even putting aside the tragic circumstances behind Ledger's performance, what about the Nolan Joker resonated with so many people? Then, we talk for two hours about the movie itself, celebrating what we love, rubbing our temples about what we hate, and ultimately trying to figure out what exactly Bruce Wayne believes. How has he become so enchanted by a tough-on-crime prosecutor? Isn't Harvey Dent just Rudy Giuliani, but handsome? And the Joker's philosophy was extremely appealing to people, but does it actually make sense? We spend a lot of time unpacking it, and theorizing about where the Joker would have gone in a sequel, and if he would have done some maturing in between movies. If we have a contrarian take on The Dark Knight, it is this: The Joker isn't a reaction to Batman, he's a reaction to Bruce Wayne. Bruce Wayne rules the world of this movie so insivisbly that he poisons everything without anyone noticing. Watch this episode in full on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OFrmrdTeHX4 Get more 1-Week Rental on Patreon: https://patreon.com/1weekrental Next week (July 17, 2026): Inception (2010)! The Summer of Nolan is our summer 2026 miniseries covering the movie career of Christopher Nolan through nine movies on the main feed (plus additional episodes on the Patreon!), presented in chronological order, starting with Memento and going through Oppenheimer. And don't be surprised if our old pal Odysseus drops by to tell us about his long journey home to his wife. Time stamps: 00:01:24 — Opening thoughts on The Dark Knight 00:15:10 — History segment: Initiatal development of the Batman Begins sequel; a brief history of the Joker; Heather Ledger and the Joker; the legendary viral marketing campaign Warner Brothers ran to introduce the world to Ledger's Joker; Ledger's tragic death and the pall that cast over the movie; the release and legacy of The Dark Knight and the Ledger Joker 01:12:28 — Movie discussion + The Dark Knight film analysis 02:51:15 — Star ratings + final review of The Dark Knight The Dark Knight was directed by Christopher Nolan. Screenplay by Nolan with his brother Jonah; screen story by Nolan with David Goyer. Starring Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Gary Oldman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman, Eric Roberts, Chin Han, Nestor Carbonell, Joshua Harto, Michael Jai White, Ritchie Coster, Colin McFarlane, Monique Curnen, and Anthony Michael Hall as a news anchor. Sources: "Dark Knight Review: Nolan Talks Sequel Inflation" by Anne Thompson | Variety (2008) - https://bit.ly/3RsQ7yy "Batman's Burden: A Director Confronts Darkness and Death" by David M. Halbfinger | The New York Times (2008) - https://bit.ly/4glGzQ4 "The Caped Crusade: Batman and the Rise of Nerd Culture" by Glen Weldon (2016) - https://amzn.to/4aNZi2Y "Christopher Nolan (Iconic Directors)" by Dan Jolin (2026) - https://amzn.to/4oEtmE3 "The Making Of The Joker" by Dan Jolin | Empire (2009) - https://bit.ly/44MKjmz "A look inside Heath Ledger's sinister 'Joker journal' for The Dark Knight" by Christopher Hooton | The Independent (2015) - https://bit.ly/4eKswSY Interview with Christopher Nolan by Steven Weintraub | Collider (2008) - https://bit.ly/3QZqR2Q "Why is the Joker so popular?: A psychological look" by Byron Lafayette | Bam! Smack! Pow! (2019) - https://bit.ly/4xZCJCu "Why So Serious? Warner Bros.' Use of the Joker in marketing The Dark Knight" by Kim Owczarksi | from "The Joker: A Serious Study of the Clown Prince of Crime" edited by Robert Moses Peaslee & Robert G. Weiner (2015) - https://amzn.to/4gqECC0 "Christopher Nolan: The Iconic Filmmaker and His Work" by Ian Nathan (2026) - https://amzn.to/4oc2lro "Heath Ledger died of accidental overdose" | The Associated Press (2008) - https://bit.ly/4p7oebP "Showdown in Gotham Town" by Manohla Dargis | The New York Times (2008) - https://bit.ly/4fjtaad "The Joker Didn't Inspire the Aurora Shooter, but the Rumor Won't Go Away" by Yohana Desta | Vanity Fair (2019) - https://bit.ly/4vmCAXq Transcript: https://1weekrentalpod.com/2026/07/the-dark-knight/#transcript Artwork by Laci Roth. Check out Laci's coloring videos on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-kKLhWb2g0bKA-RrvvLh0Q/ Matt has two monthly spin-off podcasts! PodJob: A James Bond Podcast on Apple Podcast (https://bit.ly/4jRL2K1), Spotify (https://bit.ly/4a8jM6E), and YouTube (https://youtube.com/@podjob007). The Sign Post Up Ahead: A Twilight Zone Recap Podcast on Apple Podcast (https://bit.ly/4vtO6jG), Spotify (https://bit.ly/4w1qDat), and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@TheSignPostUpAhead). Music by Rural Route Nine. Listen to their album The Joy of Averages on Spotify (https://bit.ly/48WBtUa), Apple Music (https://bit.ly/3Q6kOVC), or YouTube (https://bit.ly/3MbU6tC). Songs by Rural Route Nine in this episode: "Summer of Nolan" - https://youtube.com/shorts/CAIzthDLrT8 "Winston-Salem" - https://youtu.be/-acMutUf8IM "Snake Drama" - https://youtu.be/xrzz8_2Mqkg "The Bible Towers of Bluebonnet" - https://youtu.be/k7wlxTGGEIQ The "Summer of Nolan" theme song was written by Matt Stokes. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by TJ Barends. 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This month, we take a look at Final Fantasy Tactics, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Doom Eternal, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and StarFox (2026). Also, which comic-based video games are the best, and what it's like to be "immortal" in Dungeons and Dragons. Note: this episode was recorded before Sony's announcement that they would abandon physical video games in 2028. We'll have more on that later. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services! Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355 Interested in advertising? Want to be on the show? Reach out at geekcavepodcast@gmail.com
Five people vanish without a trace from Gotham Central Terminal. No bodies. No witnesses. Just empty seats on buses that left without them — and letters written in a disturbingly familiar green ink.The trail leads Batman back to Arkham Asylum, and a disturbing conversation with the Joker, who hints at a tragedy connecting the past to the present. As the Dark Knight uncovers the truth behind the disappearances, he's forced to confront an impossible question: who deserves to disappear... and does everyone deserve to be saved?
"DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A LEAP OF FAITH?" Before Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey arrives, Aaron Alexander & Andrew Gordon experience Inception (2010) for the first time watching, diving into Nolan's mind-bending sci-fi masterpiece. From the iconic hallway fight and breathtaking dream heists to Hans Zimmer's unforgettable score and the legendary spinning top ending, this Inception reaction explores one of the greatest blockbuster films ever made.Inception (2010) Reaction (Full Length Watch Along): / thereelrejects The best businesses aren't built in boardrooms. They're built by people who just started. Free trial at https://www.SHOPIFY.com/rejects In this Inception reaction, Inception (2010) movie reaction, and review, Aaron & Andrew experience Christopher Nolan's (Oppenheimer, The Dark Knight) visionary sci-fi epic starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Dom Cobb (Titanic, The Wolf of Wall Street), Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Arthur (500 Days of Summer, Looper), Elliot Page as Ariadne (Juno, The Umbrella Academy), Tom Hardy as Eames (Mad Max: Fury Road, Venom), Cillian Murphy as Robert Fischer (Oppenheimer, Peaky Blinders), Marion Cotillard as Mal Cobb (La Vie en Rose, The Dark Knight Rises), Ken Watanabe as Saito (The Last Samurai, Godzilla), Dileep Rao as Yusuf (Avatar, Drag Me to Hell), and Michael Caine as Professor Miles (The Dark Knight Trilogy, Interstellar). Featuring unforgettable moments like the Paris dream-folding sequence, the gravity-defying hallway fight, the rotating hotel battle, the snow fortress assault, the emotional journey between Cobb and Mal, Hans Zimmer's thunderous score, layered dream worlds, and one of cinema's most debated endings with the spinning top, Inception remains a landmark of modern science fiction. As excitement continues to build for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, Aaron & Andrew revisit the film that cemented Nolan as one of Hollywood's most visionary filmmakers and redefined what blockbuster storytelling could achieve. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Agor711 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
Jeff and Christian welcome Steve Watts from Gamespot to the show this week to discuss the ramifications of Sony ending support for physical media on Playstation, the latest Games Done Quick feats, and the outcome of the legal battle over Subnautica 2.The Playlist:Steve: Splatoon Raiders, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Sonic Racing CrossWorldsChristian: Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightJeff: Geometry DashParting Gifts!
Most people would probably have a break between making two blockbusting superhero movies, especially when they're as brilliant and ambitious as Batman Begins (2005) and The Dark Knight (2008). Not Christopher Nolan. Instead he teamed up with Christian Bale and knocked out The Prestige (2006), a cerebral character drama following two feuding magicians and their shared obsession with outdoing the other. Stylistically it's an outlier when looked at in the context of his wider catalogue, but there's a reason Nolan connoisseurs often cite this as their favourite. What will we make of it however? Let's find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After wrapping up their month of celebrating the Girl of Steel, Liam & Cal return with the exciting conclusion of their in-depth interview with Batman: The Animated Series co-creator Eric Radomski. The hosts continue to with their discussion on Eric's huge contributions to the signature look of the show including what inspired the show's iconic title cards and some of his personal favorites. Additionally, they discuss how greatly modern animation production differs from what it was at the time BTAS was produced. Eric also sheds light on what led to his director credits on three memorable episodes including the series favorite Almost Got 'Im and how Batman: Mask of The Phantasm came together while the team was still working on the regular show. Lastly Eric shares some memories on the late, great Kevin Conroy and what it was like working with the famed voice of the Dark Knight. All of this and much more await you on Part Two of the DCAU Review's interview with Eric Radomski!Please Consider Supporting the Podcast:Become a monthly or one time supporter of the pod at https://buymeacoffee.com/DCAUReviewSubscribe to the pod on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star reviewSubscribe to our new YouTube Channel Support the pod by picking up some merch at our shop https://dcaureview.myspreadshop.comFollow us: Twitter/X @DCAUReview Instagram @DCAUReview
Fresh off our Supergirl review, the crew is taking flight into Season 3 of My Adventures with Superman for another Side Quest Review. We're joined by our brother Anthony from Talkin Ish: A Podcast Amongst Friends to break down the first three episodes of the new season.We dive into how this version of Jimmy Olsen is a far cry from his live-action counterparts, discuss the Reign of the Supermen storyline, and debate whether Lois might actually be the season's true villain. Jason is also holding out hope that Batman makes an appearance this season but we'll have to wait and see if the Dark Knight finally shows up.Let us know what you thought of the first three episodes! Share your theories, expectations, and any surprise cameos you're hoping to see as the season unfolds.
In episode 2084, Miles and guest co-host Jacquis Neal are joined by comedian and host of Pod Yourself A Gun and Bad Hasbara, Matt Lieb, to discuss… DNC Is Hearing That Saxophone…, Armie Hammer’s Anti-Migrant Action Movie Isn’t A Monster Hit Despite Claims By The Right and more! BREAKING: Rep. DeGette gets heated with a constituent pressing her on why she voted to send bombs to Israel: "If this the only issue that you care about is this issue, then you should not vote for me" Scoop: Harris reaches out to Mamdani, pro-Palestinian activists in run-up to 2028 Progressive primary victories have corporate Democrats panicking Armie Hammer to star in non-Batman movie The Dark Knight, marking first lead role since sex abuse scandal Warner Bros. Asked ‘Dark Knight’ Director to Change the Name of His Armie Hammer Action Film Armie Hammer's "Astonishingly Bad" Anti-Migrant Film Citizen Vigilante is Getting a Global Release. Here's Why Citizen Vigilante Would Kill You for Obeying the Law Citizen Vigilante: How a banned film became far right’s latest weapon against Muslims and migrants Uwe Boll Says Armie Hammer Film ‘Citizen Vigilante’ Has Been Banned in Germany for ‘Inciting Violence Against Migrants,’ but Insists: ‘I Am Not a Nazi!’ Why Elon Musk is so obsessed with this violently xenophobic Armie Hammer movie Armie Hammer’s ‘Citizen Vigilante’ Secures Worldwide Distribution Following Dramatic Elon Musk Intervention Armie Hammer's Controversial Film 'Citizen Vigilante' Hits 94% on Rotten Tomatoes Amid Backlash LISTEN: WE ON GO by BIASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Opie and Ron roast a NYC heatwave, bidet disasters, and a chocolate-syrup balloon ass demo that ruins everyone. Then the BBQ Ninja joins with the mounted head of the “Dark Knight” — an 11-foot gator he hunted for years. Alligator tacos, roadkill talk, Empire State climbers proposing, and classic Opie-Ron chaos. Redneck comedy meets New York crazy — messy, hilarious, and unfiltered.If you wnt to support the show https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/JANCGHFW7GJHA and THANK YOU!
(Or ... "Knightfall - Part One"!) Now that we've discussed Superman's literal death and rebirth, we come to Batman's symbolic resurrection in the Iron Age: "Knightfall," a mega-epic so sprawling we'll need three episodes to come to grips with it. We begin with the Breaking of the Bat, in which the super-steroid-fueled Bane comes to Gotham City to prove himself the Dark Knight's superior. To do so, he'll unleash all the inmates of Arkham Asylum and wear down a Batman who's already physically and spiritually exhausted. With Bruce Wayne out of the picture, can his chosen successor, Azrael, defeat Bane without going too far? We'll discuss the origins of this arc, spearheaded by editor and legendary writer Denny O'Neil as a way to tell fans of grim ‘n' gritty superhero escalation to be careful what they wish for.Discussed in this episode: Batman #491-500, Detective Comics #659-666, Batman: Shadow of the Bat #16-18, plus material from Showcase ‘93 #7-8Bane might break the BAT, but donating to our Patreon won't break the BANK! patreon.com/ironageofcomics
This week, we head back to Gotham City to dissect Christopher Nolan's acclaimed superhero epic, The Dark Knight (2008). While we give massive props to Heath Ledger's legendary performance and the film's spectacular action set pieces, there's a lot to nitpick regarding its clunky dialogue and head-scratching plot logic.
We're celebrating summer by heading to the drive-in! Over the next two weeks, we're bringing you a double bill of blockbuster movies from last summer. Maybe you saw them, maybe you missed them, but we think you'll enjoy Last Summer's Drive-In Movie Double Feature! Grab a corndog, tune in your radio, or hang that weird staticky speaker in your window… our first feature is starting now! In 2022, after Discovery, Inc. and WarnerMedia merged to become Warner Bros. Discovery, CEO David Zaslav hired director James Gunn and producer Peter Safran to lead the newly-formed DC Studios, rebooting the divisive and ultimately financially unsuccessful DC Extended Universe, the so-called Snyderverse, into what is simply known as the DC Universe. The first official film in the new DCU slate, called "Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters," (nod to last week) was a soft-reboot of the universe focusing on the same character Zach Snyder used in 2013 to start his universe: the Man of Steel himself, the Last Son of Krypton, Superman. With the vibe of "we now join the program already in progress," this overstuffed actioner sees David Corenswet don the tights as Kal-El / Clark Kent, Nicholas Hoult shave his head as Lex Luthor, and Rachel Broshnan step behind the keyboard as intrepid reporter Lois Lane. Oh, and there's about a bajillion other people in this movie (plus one cute CGI dog and some robots) because let's just throw the spaghetti at the wall and see what sticks. Imagine the pastabilities! Earth's yellow sun was shining, however, as the film scored the tenth highest-grossing release of 2025, was the highest-grossing superhero film of that year, and was the first DC-based film to surpass all Marvel films released within a single year since The Dark Knight in 2008 - when the first Iron Man hit screens. But with this film's spin-off/follow-up already in theaters and a sequel in production, is Superman still bulletproof or has this pocket universe already met its Kryptonite? For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com You can write to Rum Daddy directly: rumdaddylegends@gmail.com You can find all our contact information here on the Network page of GonnaGeek.com Our complete archive is always available at www.legendspodcast.com, www.legendspodcast.libsyn.com Show Music:Danger Storm by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Daniel Warren Johnson's Beta Ray Bill is getting an artist's edition. Dark Knight gets recreated by Felix Comic Art. Comic book sales are up in 2026.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Anson Mount is returning as Batman in the animated Knightfall trilogy — and Strange New Worlds Season 4 just dropped its trailer. Plus: new Trek merch you'll actually want to own. Welcome back to Blerd Trek: Last Week in Star Trek for the week ending June 27, 2026. This week, the boundary between Starfleet and Gotham got a whole lot thinner. Anson Mount (Captain Pike) is reprising his role as the Dark Knight in Batman: Knightfall Part 1, an animated trilogy adapting one of the most iconic Batman stories ever told. We break down what Mount brings to Bruce Wayne — and the surprising history of Star Trek actors voicing Batman (looking at you, Bruce Greenwood). Then we dive into the Strange New Worlds Season 4 trailer and what it means that Paul Wesley's Kirk is front and center. Are we inching closer to the Original Series timeline — and could Year One actually happen? Plus: a merch roundup featuring the Loungefly Star Trek Tri-Quarter Glow Crossbody Bag, the ultra-limited Hallmark Shuttlecraft Einstein ornament from The Doomsday Machine (only 5,000 units), and Factory Entertainment's gold-pressed latinum bars, Kataan necklace from The Inner Light, and the laser cannon replica from The Cage.
This week, John and Niki discuss the biggest news of the gaming week, including Grand Theft Auto VI edition details, Steam Machine details, and more price hikes for Xbox consoles.00:00:00 Intro & when it became Turkiye00:12:30 Steam Machine is in the wild and available for waitlisting00:28:13 Xbox consoles increase in price again00:33:08 Grand Theft Auto VI isn't on disc and somehow people were shocked00:46:38 Bungie lays off Destiny 2 team; Hermen Hulst writes bad blog post01:04:00 Tim Sweeney thinks you owe it to yourself to play his games01:07:07 LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight looks great, feels great, and deftly balances multiple tones01:10:50 Niki bought NBA 2K26 for cheap and still regretted it01:20:05 Beatdown City Survivors successfully riffs on a familiar formula, but is it enough?01:23:42 Niki talks about Carly Rae Jepsen's new album while agonizing over whether to buy a new television01:27:55 Outlier is a great new online word game you're going to get sucked into01:33:45 Niki updates us on their NAS system (and hating Linux)01:39:07 HIVE QUESTIONS02:00:45 OutroThanks for listening!Please leave us a review! We'll read it on the show and it helps us out a lot.VGBees is ad-free, AI-free, and completely supported by you! https://vgbees.com/joinVGBees is a weekly games media podcast hosted by Niki, John, and Lotus.
It was another shocking week for hardware and the game industry and we dig in to both because we have to, but we also talk about games - games like Crushed in Time, Unrailed 2, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the new Star Fox remake, and more! This week's music: Chelsea Wolfe - The Dark
We are thrilled to be joined on the latest PlayStation Access Podcast by Rich Keeble, voice of Two-Face in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and Monoco in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and beyond. Join us for a chat about his most prominent roles, his origins in comedy and answers to your community questions!PlayStation Access is the official YouTube channel of PlayStation UK - a vibrant, welcoming community celebrating all things PlayStation. Join us for gaming livestreams, list features and in-depth coverage on all your favourite games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This lively podcast episode features a group of friends engaging in a fun and competitive movie ranking game, discussing their favorite films, debating rankings, and sharing insights on cinema. With spontaneous banter and deep movie knowledge, it offers entertainment and industry insights for film enthusiasts. In this lively episode, the hosts discuss their favorite movies, rank them, and share insights on film appreciation, sequels, and iconic scenes. They also delve into personal favorites and industry opinions, making it a fun and informative watch for movie buffs. Join us for a lively discussion on movie rankings, favorite films, and pop culture debates. Our panel dives into iconic movies, ranking strategies, and personal favorites, making it a fun and insightful episode for movie lovers.00:00 Introduction and Game Setup05:44 Blind Rankings Explained09:09 Discussion on Movie Choices13:44 Ranking Our Favorite Movies17:51 Iconic Childhood Films20:41 Debating Sequels and Remakes24:57 Fantasy Films and Their Legacy29:31 Andor: Expectations and Reactions32:42 Breaking 2: Electric Boogaloo and Its Legacy35:44 The Nightmare Before Christmas: A Holiday Debate38:59 Animated Classics and Their Impact42:32 Romantic and Dramatic Themes in Cinema45:49 Adult Themes in Classic Films48:27 The Evolution of Adult Film Narratives49:54 The Impact of Will Smith's Movies50:52 Debating the Best Beverly Hills Cop52:24 The Players Club vs. Hustlers53:37 The Anticipation of Little Shop of Horrors Remake54:26 The Significance of 8 Mile in Hip-Hop Culture55:49 Clue and Its Musical Adaptation58:07 Movie Madness Begins59:04 House Party Debate01:00:58 Home Alone Showdown01:03:19 Baby's Day Out Discussion01:03:51 The 40-Year-Old Virgin Ranking01:05:44 Rush Hour and Def Jam's How to Be a Player01:06:19 Final Movie List Review01:13:35 Movie Recommendations and Nostalgia01:15:15 Debating Movie Rankings01:16:39 Rock, Paper, Scissors for Movie Choices01:19:58 Finalizing the Movie List01:20:44 Binge-Worthy Shows and Personal RecommendationsYouTube - The Truman Show - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uexk7U7k7z4Kill Bill Volume 1 & 2 on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=kill+bill+volume+1+2Harry Potter Series on HBO Max - https://www.hbomax.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GVy7vQw4k7k8Zombieland on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zombielandV for Vendetta on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=v+for+vendettaGrease on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=greaseLean on Me on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lean+on+meHarry Potter Books on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=harry+potter+booksTop Gun: Maverick - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1745960/The Godfather - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068646/Inception - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1375666/The Shawshank Redemption - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/The Dark Knight - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0468569/Movie Ranking Strategies Guide - https://example.com/movie-ranking-strategiesIconic Films Collection - https://example.com/iconic-filmsPop Culture Debate Panel - https://youtube.com/examplepanel
It's one of the greatest films ever made. Doug has seen it more times than he can count. And for years, he's been waiting for the moment his daughter was ready. This Father's Day weekend, it happened, but not before they worked their way through Batman Begins first. The Batman Begins debrief alone is worth the price of admission: Natalie still doesn't understand why Bruce Wayne's parents had to die and genuinely wondered whether Batman was going to kill Rachel and Alfred in the film. She also thought that Batman can, apparently, talk to bats. Then came The Dark Knight. Doug prepped her on the Joker's philosophy, the importance of Batman's no-kill rule, and the practical effects behind the hospital explosion, which Doug and Jill actually witnessed being filmed when they lived downtown Chicago. Natalie handled the pencil scene with more composure than expected. She processed the ferry sequence. She understood the stakes, and spent the entire climax waiting for Bane to show up. And when it was over, she looked at her dad and said: "I see why you like it." Ten years. Worth every second. Also this episode: a genuinely great question — if you could go back to high school or college and take one class again with everything you know now, which class would you choose? Justin picks social studies, psychology, astronomy, and a very specific European history class he completely wasted. Doug picks management 101 with a professor he truly despised and would absolutely challenge every single day, and seventh grade PE, where his coach regularly called him names that would end careers today. Plot twist: years later, that same coach applied for a job at Doug's brother's school. Doug's brother said no. Justice is real. Plus: a dump truck parked in front of a blind hill with "Trust in the Lord" written on the back, Jesus as a Marvel Rivals support player, and Meccha Chameleon — a $6 Steam prop hunt game where you paint yourself to blend into the scenery and it is immediately one of the best six dollars Doug has ever spent. Justin needs a PC. Doug has thoughts. The movie audio clip guessing game returns with quotes from Wall Street, The Big Short, and The Golden Child including one of the most specific movie pulls in the history of this show. This week's recommendations:
Before reviewing movies was an internet cottage industry, Plugged In was doing it as a four-page newsletter to youth pastors back in 1991. Adam Holz joins Brian From to share that origin story before diving into this week's big release: Supergirl, James Gunn's reboot of the DC universe's most iconic heroine — and it's a shockingly dark departure from the squeaky-clean character most people remember. This Kara Zor-El is grieving, drinking, cynical, and gets pulled into a revenge plot involving a poisoned dog that turns out to be the most compelling part of the whole film. Adam and Brian dig into the bigger trend behind it — why so many superhero franchises keep darkening their once-wholesome characters, what that says about culture's appetite for angst over "boring" goodness, and why Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy remains the gold standard DC has been chasing ever since. They close with a fun detour into YouTube's endless niche communities, whatever your interest, there's a corner of YouTube built entirely around it. Full reviews at pluggedin.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are suiting up and heading to Gotham to break down LEGO Batman: The Legacy of the Dark Knight! Does this latest adventure capture the magic that made LEGO games a staple of gaming, or is it missing the Bat-signal? We're diving into the gameplay, story, humor, and everything that makes this one of the most talked-about video games. If you love superheroes, LEGO, and great video games, this is one gaming-packed discussion you won't want to miss. Join us for another awesome gaming episode of the Video Gamers Podcast! Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol' Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf, Phelps and NorwegianGreaser, Dettmarp and NightWizard63 Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, PeopleWonder, Bobby S. Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/videogamerspod Join our Gaming Community: https://discord.gg/h2cHKAvSmu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/ Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1 Visit us on the web:https://videogamerspod.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hot Nolan Summer is back! As ‘The Odyssey' approaches, Mal and Jo are joined by Erik Voss to continue their journey through Christopher Nolan's filmography with ‘The Dark Knight Rises.' They discuss its strengths and weaknesses, how it compares to the rest of the ‘Dark Knight' trilogy, and—of course—all things Bane!(00:00) Intro(06:55) ‘The Dark Knight Rises' revisited(01:12:03) SuperlativesExplore the exclusive collection at Target.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Erik VossProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices