Podcasts about Grand Moff Tarkin

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Star Wars: Prototypes and Production
196. The Galactic Newsdesk: Fewer Star Wars Shows? A Rocket Fett Failure, A Tarkin Lawsuit And More!

Star Wars: Prototypes and Production

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 56:23


A new era of Star Wars is coming. Lucasfilm is rumored to be cutting back on its Star Wars series output. The timeline for films and shows is starting to align. And a beloved character franchise is coming to a close. But that is just a taste of what has been one of the busiest months of the year for Star Wars news. After two record-breaking sales at auction, why did the latest Rocket-Firing Boba Fett prototype fail to sell at Goldin? What does a lawsuit over the appearance of Grand Moff Tarkin mean for the future of Star Wars storytelling? Which action figures and releases did Hasbro announce at the company's annual Pulse Con event? And how did the contributions of James Earl Jones and John Cassady make a lasting impact on the Star Wars fandom? Join host David Quinn for a new series that explores Star Wars news from around the galaxy. From film and series updates to the collector-related reports, to news from the theme parks, the publishing world and more, this episode covers the stories you may have missed but need to know! This is the Galactic Newsdesk: September Edition. And this is Star Wars: Prototypes and Production! To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Podcast Platforms: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460 YOUTUBE MUSIC/PODCASTS: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7UruGWpd8qKrObL8-DSLekomB8GuB1VT SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ CASTBOX: https://castbox.fm/channel/Star-Wars%3A-Prototypes-and-Production-id1904296?utm_source=website&utm_medium=dlink&utm_campaign=web_share&utm_content=Star%20Wars%3A%20Prototypes%20and%20Production-CastBox_FM STITCHER: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1054209 PANDORA: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/PC:1001054209 PODBEAN: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/ AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c98fb265-c233-43d9-ae3b-1102bfb03e45/star-wars-prototypes-and-production PLAYERFM: https://player.fm/series/2473540 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks PODVINE: https://podvine.com/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production iHEART: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460

Giant Metal Robotto
401 - Pokémon, Moff Tarkin, Palworld.

Giant Metal Robotto

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2024 41:29


The Pokémon Company gana una demanda por derechos de autor de 15 millones de dólares contra un juego que copió personajes de Pokémon, Nintendo y The Pokémon Company demandan oficialmente al desarrollador de Palworld por "múltiples" infracciones de patentes, El desarrollador de Palworld, Pocketpair, responde a la demanda de Nintendo sobre Pokémon y dice que no tiene conocimiento de las patentes que se le acusa de infringir, Batman, el primer superhéroe en recibir una estrella en el Paseo de la Fama de Hollywood, Neil Gaiman se ofrece a retirarse de la tercera temporada de Good Omens en medio de acusaciones de agresión, Lucasfilm es demandada por recrear la imagen del actor de Grand Moff Tarkin, Peter Cushing, en Rogue One: Una historia de Star Wars…

Star Wars: In a Galaxy – Watching all the Star Wars we can get our hands on.
Star Wars: In a Galaxy – Character Appreciation Day – Cassian Andor

Star Wars: In a Galaxy – Watching all the Star Wars we can get our hands on.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 69:29


In this special episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob (who are BACK!) discuss their favorite things about the heroic freedom fighter, Cassian Andor. Among their discussion: – Cassian and K-2's one shot comic that will almost definitely be retconned. – Fest and its significance (or lack thereof) to Cassian's story – Star Wars: Go Rogue (look it up) – "The Haunting of Grand Moff Tarkin" – Secrets of the Empire (link here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4nk5jV9UmY⁠) – Eli shows some love towards Rogue One/Andor (please clap) – Director Krennic in Season Two! – Skeen and Cassian's relationship The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on September 20, 2024. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod Follow our spinoff trivia show on Twitter: @inagalaxytrivia Follow Eli everywhere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps! You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com

Trick or Treat Radio
Tortr #633 - We Have Concepts of an Episode

Trick or Treat Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 168:09


Send us a textLost in a hostile forest, the Marquis d'Arkham Josh, a noble emissary of the King of Rhode Island, finds refuge in the company of a strange collection of characters. On Trick or Treat Radio Episode 633 we are joined by our good bud Arkham Josh to discuss the French horror film The Vourdalak from director Adrien Beau! We also have an extended Coffin Corner this week as we honor the fallen, discuss upcoming horror conventions, and dissect and breakdown the king of on stage banter! (Oh Yeah!) So grab some white pancake makeup, paint your face like a French Aristocrat, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Creep, Jay and Mark Duplass, Peachfuzz, The Creep Tapes, RIP James Earl Jones, Coming to America, Star Wars, good voices, CNN, Darth Vader, Gilbert Gottfried, Grand Moff Tarkin, Carrie Fisher, Peter Cushing, Star Wars Holiday Special, A Disturbance in the Force, Chad McQueen, Martial Law, Silver Scream, Terror-Con, MonstaXpo, Cannibal Holocaust, “They're eating your dogs, they're eating your cats”, Eli Roth, Knock Knock, Borderlands, Green Inferno, Welcome to the Jungle, Demons I & II, Fat Albert, Mutter Museum, Presidential Debate, endorsing a candidate, Hannibal Lecter, Taker's Streak, RIP John Cassady, Capri Sun, Planetary, Warren Ellis, Transmetroplitan, Union Jack, Captain America, KISS, Paul Stanley stage banter, Discogs, Deadpool and Wolverine, Suspiria, The Vourdalak, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Boris Karloff, Night of the Devils, Mario Bava, Black Sabbath, 70s style euro-horror, Super 16mm, Marquis, french films, marionettes, main characters that are puppets, Adrien Beau, Bela Lugosi, Fellini's Casanova, Donald Sutherland, Chesty Morgan, Morganna the Kissing Bandit, Aleksei Tolstoy, The Family of the Vourdalak, MaXXXine, Ti West, Angel, Angel Heart, Oddity, and uncrustables.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

The Nonlinear Library
LW - Decision Theory in Space by lsusr

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 4:25


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Decision Theory in Space, published by lsusr on August 19, 2024 on LessWrong. "Since you are reluctant to provide us with the location of the Rebel base," said Grand Moff Tarkin, "I have chosen to test this station's destructive power on your home planet of Alderaan." "No. Alderaan is peaceful. We have no weapons there. It is a loyal planet under Imperial control. Striking Alderaan would destroy your own resources and foment rebellion. Destroying it is irrational," said Princess Leia, perfectly calm. "Nonsense," said Tarkin, "That is a naïve understanding of decision theory. I am a causal decision theorist, but I acknowledge the value of precommitments. I therefore precommit to destroying Alderaan unless you reveal to me the location of the Rebel base. This is not an irrational act if you capitulate to me." "But it is an irrational act if I do not capitulate to you," said Leia, "I am a functional decision theorist. The algorithm I use to select my decision accounts for the fact that you are modelling my mind. You are a rational agent. You only threaten me because you expect me to succomb to your blackmail. Because of that I will not succomb to your blackmail." "I'm going to do it," said Tarkin. "Sure you are," said Leia. "I'm really going to blow up the planet," said Tarkin. "Be my guest," said Leia, with a smile, "Aim for the continent Anaander. Its inhabitants always annoyed me. We'll see who has the last laugh." "I'm really really going to do it," said Tarkin. "I grow tired of saying this, so it'll be the last time. Just blow up the planet already. I have an execution I'm late for…." Leia's voice trailed off. She was suddenly aware of the deep, mechanical breathing behind her. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Everyone in the Life Star command center turned to face the cyborg space wizard samurai monk in black armor. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Vader's cloak fluttered and a couple indicator lights on his life support system blinked, but no muscles or actuators moved. A semi-mechanical voice in the uncanny valley spoke from Vader's mask. "Chief Gunnery Officer Tenn Graneet, you may fire when ready." "Commander Tenn Graneet, belay that order," said Tarkin. The Chief Gunnery Officer held his hand above his control panel, touching nothing. He looked rapidly back-and-forth between Tarkin and Vader. Tarkin turned angrily to face Vader. "Are you insane?" Tarkin hissed. Vader ignored the question and looked at Leia. "Where is the Rebel base?" Leia's eyes were wide with horror and her mouth was wide with a silent scream. She clenched her teeth and stared at the floor. "Tatooine. They're on Tatooine," Leia said. "Chief Gunnery Officer Tenn Graneet, you may fire when ready," said Vader. "What‽" exclaimed Tarkin. Graneet lifted the clear cover off of the authorization lever. He moved his hand as slowly as he could. "Commander Tenn Graneet, belay that order," said Tarkin. "Commander Tenn Graneet, ignore all orders you receive from the Grand Moff," said Vader. "Commander Tenn Graneet, I am your commanding officer. Ignore all orders from 'Lord' Vader. If you continue to disobey my orders, you will be court martialed," said Tarkin. Graneet continued the process of authorizing the firing team. Tarkin drew his blaster pistol and held it to Graneet's head. "Stop or I will shoot you in the head right now," said Tarkin. Bkzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Tarkin felt the heat of Vader's red lightsaber a centimeter from his neck. The next seconds felt like slow motion. Graneet paused. Then Greneet continued the firing activation sequence. Tarkin pulled the trigger. Click. Nothing came out of the blaster's emitter. Vader didn't even bother to watch his order get carried out. He just turned around, deactivated his lightsaber, and strode out of the command center. Vader's cape billowed...

The Nonlinear Library
LW - Interdictor Ship by lsusr

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 11:46


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Interdictor Ship, published by lsusr on August 19, 2024 on LessWrong. The standard operating procedure against a primitive forest-dwelling enemy is to retreat to orbit and then bombard the planet until there isn't a forest anymore. However, the only reason the Galactic Empire was in the Alpha Centauri A system in the first place was because of the fragile mineral resources underneath that forest. Dropping tungsten rods at hypersonic speeds would risk destroying the only thing of value on Pandora. Alien aborigines armed with bows and arrows damaged Imperial legitimacy across the galaxy. It was like losing a battle to Ewoks. The Emperor's solution had been to hire an Ewok. Mitth'raw'nuruodo was a dwarf by Na'vi standards, but the blue alien stood a head above most humans. Originally hired as a translator, the Imperials on Pandora quickly noticed that the only patrols who came back alive were those that followed Mitth'raw'nuruodo's advice. Pretty soon, the moon was pacified and Mitth'raw'nuruodo was its de facto king. Nobody liked the idea of an alien being in control of such a strategically-valuable moon. To get rid of him, they promoted Mitth'raw'nuruodo to Admiral. In space, many parsecs away from Pandora, the humans under Mitth'raw'nuruodo's command couldn't pronounce "Mitth'raw'nuruodo". That was fine, thought Mitth'raw'nuruodo. Everyone just called him "Thrawn". Amateurs talk strategy. Professionals talk logistics. The Imperial Navy Defense Acquisitions Board (INDAB) originally met on Coruscant, but was moved to the Life Star for security reasons. Idle chitchat usually preceded the important negotiations. "What I don't get is why we call it the 'Life Star'," said Chief Bast, "This thing blows up planets. Shouldn't it be called the 'Death Star'?" "Do you want us to look like the bad guys?" said General Tagge, "The Department of Defense isn't called the 'Department of War'. The Department of Justice isn't called the 'Department of Incarceration'. The Department of Education isn't called the 'Department of Child Indoctrination'. Calling this megastructure the 'Life Star' buys us legitimacy for the low, low price of zero Galactic Credits." "But won't people call us out on our Bantha fodder when we call things the opposite of what they really are?" said Chief Bast. "Humans don't. Aliens sometimes make a fuss about it," General Tagge said, "No offense, Admiral." "None taken," said Thrawn. "Speaking of which, I've read your recent report," said General Tagge. He projected the Aurebesh symbols where everyone could see, "I forwarded the report to everyone here, but since nobody (except me) ever reads their meeting briefings, why don't you give us the quick summary." "Of course," Thrawn stood up, "I have two theses. First of all, the Life Star is a tremendous waste of credits. This weapon's only possible use is against a peer adversary or a super-peer adversary. We control two thirds of the galaxy. We have no peer or super-peer adversaries. The Emperor's pet project consumes massive resources while doing nothing to advance our military objectives." "The Life Star killed all the Rebel scum on Alderaan," said Grand Moff Tarkin. "I have always considered you a rational agent," said Thrawn, "I am very curious how you, the commander of the Life Star, came to the conclusion that destroying Alderaan was the best way of advancing Imperial interests." "If you have a problem with my methods then you can bring it to me in private," said Tarkin, "Your second thesis is the topic I hoped to discuss." Thrawn pressed a button and the Aurebesh words were replaced with different Aurebesh words. They continued to go unread. "Rebel terrorists have recently equipped their starfighters with hyperdrives. They can strike anywhere, and will choose the weakest targets. Our current grand strategy is ...

The Nonlinear Library: LessWrong
LW - Decision Theory in Space by lsusr

The Nonlinear Library: LessWrong

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 4:25


Link to original articleWelcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Decision Theory in Space, published by lsusr on August 19, 2024 on LessWrong. "Since you are reluctant to provide us with the location of the Rebel base," said Grand Moff Tarkin, "I have chosen to test this station's destructive power on your home planet of Alderaan." "No. Alderaan is peaceful. We have no weapons there. It is a loyal planet under Imperial control. Striking Alderaan would destroy your own resources and foment rebellion. Destroying it is irrational," said Princess Leia, perfectly calm. "Nonsense," said Tarkin, "That is a naïve understanding of decision theory. I am a causal decision theorist, but I acknowledge the value of precommitments. I therefore precommit to destroying Alderaan unless you reveal to me the location of the Rebel base. This is not an irrational act if you capitulate to me." "But it is an irrational act if I do not capitulate to you," said Leia, "I am a functional decision theorist. The algorithm I use to select my decision accounts for the fact that you are modelling my mind. You are a rational agent. You only threaten me because you expect me to succomb to your blackmail. Because of that I will not succomb to your blackmail." "I'm going to do it," said Tarkin. "Sure you are," said Leia. "I'm really going to blow up the planet," said Tarkin. "Be my guest," said Leia, with a smile, "Aim for the continent Anaander. Its inhabitants always annoyed me. We'll see who has the last laugh." "I'm really really going to do it," said Tarkin. "I grow tired of saying this, so it'll be the last time. Just blow up the planet already. I have an execution I'm late for…." Leia's voice trailed off. She was suddenly aware of the deep, mechanical breathing behind her. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Everyone in the Life Star command center turned to face the cyborg space wizard samurai monk in black armor. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Kshhhhhhh. Kuuuuuuo. Vader's cloak fluttered and a couple indicator lights on his life support system blinked, but no muscles or actuators moved. A semi-mechanical voice in the uncanny valley spoke from Vader's mask. "Chief Gunnery Officer Tenn Graneet, you may fire when ready." "Commander Tenn Graneet, belay that order," said Tarkin. The Chief Gunnery Officer held his hand above his control panel, touching nothing. He looked rapidly back-and-forth between Tarkin and Vader. Tarkin turned angrily to face Vader. "Are you insane?" Tarkin hissed. Vader ignored the question and looked at Leia. "Where is the Rebel base?" Leia's eyes were wide with horror and her mouth was wide with a silent scream. She clenched her teeth and stared at the floor. "Tatooine. They're on Tatooine," Leia said. "Chief Gunnery Officer Tenn Graneet, you may fire when ready," said Vader. "What‽" exclaimed Tarkin. Graneet lifted the clear cover off of the authorization lever. He moved his hand as slowly as he could. "Commander Tenn Graneet, belay that order," said Tarkin. "Commander Tenn Graneet, ignore all orders you receive from the Grand Moff," said Vader. "Commander Tenn Graneet, I am your commanding officer. Ignore all orders from 'Lord' Vader. If you continue to disobey my orders, you will be court martialed," said Tarkin. Graneet continued the process of authorizing the firing team. Tarkin drew his blaster pistol and held it to Graneet's head. "Stop or I will shoot you in the head right now," said Tarkin. Bkzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Tarkin felt the heat of Vader's red lightsaber a centimeter from his neck. The next seconds felt like slow motion. Graneet paused. Then Greneet continued the firing activation sequence. Tarkin pulled the trigger. Click. Nothing came out of the blaster's emitter. Vader didn't even bother to watch his order get carried out. He just turned around, deactivated his lightsaber, and strode out of the command center. Vader's cape billowed...

The Nonlinear Library: LessWrong
LW - Interdictor Ship by lsusr

The Nonlinear Library: LessWrong

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 11:46


Link to original articleWelcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Interdictor Ship, published by lsusr on August 19, 2024 on LessWrong. The standard operating procedure against a primitive forest-dwelling enemy is to retreat to orbit and then bombard the planet until there isn't a forest anymore. However, the only reason the Galactic Empire was in the Alpha Centauri A system in the first place was because of the fragile mineral resources underneath that forest. Dropping tungsten rods at hypersonic speeds would risk destroying the only thing of value on Pandora. Alien aborigines armed with bows and arrows damaged Imperial legitimacy across the galaxy. It was like losing a battle to Ewoks. The Emperor's solution had been to hire an Ewok. Mitth'raw'nuruodo was a dwarf by Na'vi standards, but the blue alien stood a head above most humans. Originally hired as a translator, the Imperials on Pandora quickly noticed that the only patrols who came back alive were those that followed Mitth'raw'nuruodo's advice. Pretty soon, the moon was pacified and Mitth'raw'nuruodo was its de facto king. Nobody liked the idea of an alien being in control of such a strategically-valuable moon. To get rid of him, they promoted Mitth'raw'nuruodo to Admiral. In space, many parsecs away from Pandora, the humans under Mitth'raw'nuruodo's command couldn't pronounce "Mitth'raw'nuruodo". That was fine, thought Mitth'raw'nuruodo. Everyone just called him "Thrawn". Amateurs talk strategy. Professionals talk logistics. The Imperial Navy Defense Acquisitions Board (INDAB) originally met on Coruscant, but was moved to the Life Star for security reasons. Idle chitchat usually preceded the important negotiations. "What I don't get is why we call it the 'Life Star'," said Chief Bast, "This thing blows up planets. Shouldn't it be called the 'Death Star'?" "Do you want us to look like the bad guys?" said General Tagge, "The Department of Defense isn't called the 'Department of War'. The Department of Justice isn't called the 'Department of Incarceration'. The Department of Education isn't called the 'Department of Child Indoctrination'. Calling this megastructure the 'Life Star' buys us legitimacy for the low, low price of zero Galactic Credits." "But won't people call us out on our Bantha fodder when we call things the opposite of what they really are?" said Chief Bast. "Humans don't. Aliens sometimes make a fuss about it," General Tagge said, "No offense, Admiral." "None taken," said Thrawn. "Speaking of which, I've read your recent report," said General Tagge. He projected the Aurebesh symbols where everyone could see, "I forwarded the report to everyone here, but since nobody (except me) ever reads their meeting briefings, why don't you give us the quick summary." "Of course," Thrawn stood up, "I have two theses. First of all, the Life Star is a tremendous waste of credits. This weapon's only possible use is against a peer adversary or a super-peer adversary. We control two thirds of the galaxy. We have no peer or super-peer adversaries. The Emperor's pet project consumes massive resources while doing nothing to advance our military objectives." "The Life Star killed all the Rebel scum on Alderaan," said Grand Moff Tarkin. "I have always considered you a rational agent," said Thrawn, "I am very curious how you, the commander of the Life Star, came to the conclusion that destroying Alderaan was the best way of advancing Imperial interests." "If you have a problem with my methods then you can bring it to me in private," said Tarkin, "Your second thesis is the topic I hoped to discuss." Thrawn pressed a button and the Aurebesh words were replaced with different Aurebesh words. They continued to go unread. "Rebel terrorists have recently equipped their starfighters with hyperdrives. They can strike anywhere, and will choose the weakest targets. Our current grand strategy is ...

Blast Points - Star Wars Podcast
Episode 411 - Grand Moff Tarkin's Rolling R Sound Olympics

Blast Points - Star Wars Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 51:02


If you're anything like us, you're obsessed with Grand Moff Tarkin and every time you watch Star Wars A New Hope, you quickly become obsessed with all those wild rolling R sounds Tarkin makes! Well don't worry as we are here to listen to every Tarkin line in the movie and rate them Olympics style! Does the rolling R line get a bronze, silver or GOLD medal? Listen and find out! So get lost in a cornfield, listen today, celebrate the love and god bless you. JOIN THE BLAST POINTS ARMY and SUPPORT BLAST POINTS ON PATREON! COMMENTARIES FOR EVERY ACOLYTE EPISODE! BAD BATCH SEASON 3 REVIEW EPISODES! Theme Music downloadable tracks! Extra goodies! and so much MORE! www.patreon.com/blastpoints SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE TO SEE ALL THE CELEBRATION LONDON SUPER LIVE FROM HOME MADNESS : www.youtube.com/@blastpointspodcast2160/featured Blast Points T-SHIRTS are now available! Represent your favorite podcast everywhere you go! Get logo shirts while supplies last! Perfect for conventions, dates, formal events and more! Get them here: www.etsy.com/shop/Gibnerd?section_id=21195481 If you dug the show, please leave BLAST POINTS a review on iTunes, Spotify and share the show with friends! If you leave an iTunes review, we will read it on a future episode! Honestly! Talk to Blast Points on twitter at @blast_points leave feedback, comments or ideas for shows! "Like" Blast Points on Facebook for news on upcoming shows and links to some of the stuff we talk about in the show!! Join the Blast Points Super Star Wars Chill Group here www.facebook.com/groups/BlastPointsGroup/we are also on Instagram! Wow! www.instagram.com/blastpoints your hosts are Jason Gibner & Gabe Bott! contact BLAST POINTS at : contact@blastpointspodcast.com May the Force be with you, always! This podcast is not affiliated in any way with Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, The Walt Disney Company, or any of their affiliates or subsidiaries.

The Test of Time
Episode 411: Top Secret! (1984)

The Test of Time

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 39:01


An American rocker falls for a beautiful woman who recruits him into the East German resistance. Join us as we wonder if kids today understand Pac-Man references, why Ford Pintos blew up, and where the hell Grand Moff Tarkin is. Then we find out if Top Secret! stands the Test of Time.

Fantha Tracks Radio: A Star Wars Podcast
Making Tracks Episode 193: Regular nonsense LIVE from the National Space Centre

Fantha Tracks Radio: A Star Wars Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 26:02


On May the 4th weekend Fantha Tracks were on the road. On the Sunday we headed to Blackburn for Star Wars Fan Fun Day, and on the Saturday we landed at Galactic Gathering: Festival of the Force where we found a (relatively) quiet corner and recorded an as-live episode where we discussed the end of The Bad Batch, our latest collectibles, the importance of Grand Moff Tarkin and getting Celebration Japan tickets. All this and plenty more on episode 193 of Making Tracks. Remember to tune in to Good Morning Tatooine, LIVE Sunday evenings at 9.00pm UK, 4.00pm Eastern and 1.00pm Pacific on Facebook, YouTube, X, Instagram and Twitch and check out our Fantha Tracks Radio Friday Night Rotation every Friday at 7.00pm UK for new episodes of The Fantha From Down Under, Planet Leia, Desert Planet Discs, Start Your Engines, Collecting Tracks, Canon Fodder and special episodes of Making Tracks, and every Tuesday at 7.00pm UK time for your weekly episode of Making Tracks. You can contact any of our shows and send in your listeners questions by emailing radio@fanthatracks.com or comment on our social media feeds: https://www.youtube.com/@FanthaTracksTV/ https://links.fanthatracks.com/ https://link.chtbl.com/fanthatracksradio www.instagram.com/fanthatracks www.facebook.com/FanthaTracks www.twitter.com/FanthaTracks www.pinterest.co.uk/fanthatracks/ www.fanthatracks.tumblr.com/ www.tiktok.com/@fanthatracks www.twitch.tv/fanthatracks www.threads.net/@FanthaTracks

Resistance Reactions
SWR Ep. 168: The Bad Batch "Identity Crisis" and "Point of No Return" with Adam Bray

Resistance Reactions

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 104:51


Welcome to the Star Wars Reactions!This week, hosts Aaron Harris and David Modders welcome back to the show author, world traveler and long time friend of the show Adam Bray as they sit down and share their reactions to the tenth and eleventh episodes of the third and final season of The Bad Batch!Join them as they breakdown “Identity Crisis” and “Point of No Return”, from the character growth of Emerie Karr to  the return of Cad Bane and Grand Moff Tarkin to the Imperial invasion of Pabu. They also discuss Omega's plan and the future of Star Wars animation.Plus, David discusses an all new Psychology Factoid while Aaron shares an all new Star Wars Dad Joke of the Week from the upcoming book “Star Wars: Dad Jokes”, written by Kelly Knox, illustrated by Johnny Sampson and published by Chronicle Books. Available now wherever you buy books or click the link below to get yours!Talking Points:Show OpeningDiscussionEpisodes IntroInitial ReactionsSet blasters to stunEmerie Karr, Head ScientistTarkin and Cad Bane, oh my!PheeImperial Invasion of PabuOmega's PlanWhat's next for Star Wars animation?ClosingPsychology FactoidStar Wars Dad Joke of the WeekStar Wars Reactions: Elegant discussions for a more civilized age!“Star Wars: Dad Jokes, The Best, Worst Dad Jokes from a Galaxy Far, Far Way” written by Kelly Knox, illustrated by Johnny Sampson, published by Chronicle Books, available now!! Look for it wherever you get books or click here to order your copy!Check out Adam BrayFacebookInstagramXClick here to leave us a voicemail via SpeakPipe!Email us here!Follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter)!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on  TikTok!Follow us on Threads!Follow us on Bluesky!Follow us on Pinterest!Subscribe on YouTube!Follow Aaron and David on X (formerly known as Twitter)!Follow David on Instagram!

Anime Was (Not) A Mistake
Episode 248: Good Movie Podcast?: Episode 06: Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977)

Anime Was (Not) A Mistake

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 98:58


Just as we promised (and/or threatened), Anime Was (Not) A Mistake is finally heading to a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars, now subtitled Episode IV - A New Hope, is the legendary film that launched a (mostly) beloved franchise. Pursued by the Galactic Empire, Princess Leia sends the droids R2-D2 and C-3PO on a vital mission. They must find the famed Obi-Wan Kenobi and deliver the secret Death Star plans to the Rebel Alliance. The Death Star itself is a monstrous battle station capable of obliterating entire planets. Fated to undertake this quest is the young Luke Skywalker, who goes from a naïve farm boy to a Rebel pilot and a fledgling Jedi Knight. Rounding out the cast is the cynical smuggler Han Solo and his co-pilot Chewbacca. This unlikely band of heroes will have to escape the Death Star, outmaneuver TIE Fighters, and make it back to the Alliance before the rebellion is extinguished. They are opposed by the cold and calculating Grand Moff Tarkin and the mysterious Darth Vader. Vader, the fallen Jedi responsible for destroying the order, still has unfinished business with Obi-Wan Kenobi. Everything leads to one of the most iconic outer-space dogfights in film history as a the Rebels launch their assault. Try to practice proper lightsaber usage, drink plenty of blue milk, and remember to check your motivator for today's exciting installment of Good Movie Podcast! Rate, Review, Subscribe, and Listen to Us on Podbean/iTunes/Stitcher/Spotify Follow us on Instagram:@animewasnotamistakepodcast Or on Facebook:@animewasnotamistakepod Music Provided by: Cab Calloway, Irving Mills and Clarence Gaskill – “Minnie the Moocher” – RCA Instrumental/Karaoke Version Dave Flesischer – “Let's All Go to the Lobby”- National Film Registry/Library of Congress Kansas Joe McCoy, Herb Morand– “Why Don't You Do Right” – Claudia Santoro Instrumental/Karaoke Version

Dark Side Divas
Diva Wars Rebels - Fire Across the Galaxy

Dark Side Divas

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 78:57


How are we already at the first season finale?! In this episode of Dark Side Divas, we discuss the Star Wars Rebels episode "Fire Across the Galaxy" (s1e15). The Ghost Crew wants to save Kanan Jarrus from The Empire. The only problem is that he's imprisoned on Grand Moff Tarkin's Star Destroyer, parked outside Mustafar. What could go wrong? Listen to this episode to see how the Divas feel about this episode! If you would like to follow us on Social Media, find our Swag Store, or sign up for our Patreon, please check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/darksidedivas

The Monster Island Film Vault
5th Wednesday Bonus Episode #15: ‘The Abominable Snowman' (1957) | Ft. Matt Walsh | Patreon

The Monster Island Film Vault

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 125:57


Hello, Kaiju Lovers! You know him and you probably hate him—our guest today is none other than Matt Walsh! Okay, it's not that Matt Walsh. This one shaves and isn't a millennial curmudgeon. Anyway, because this Matt Walsh is a madman, he jumped on the joke tier on Patreon, “Jimmy's Intern,” to discuss 1957's The Abominable Snowman, making this MIFV's first Hammer film…and its third yeti film. (Nate only had a mild case of PTSD). Nate was pleasantly surprised to see that this film, which stars Grand Moff Tarkin himself, Peter Cushing, was far more philosophical and thoughtful than he expected. You're in for a spirited bonus episode that fits right in with the Monster Island World Tour…even if Jimmy gets the day off. READ THE FULL SHOW NOTES, INCLUDING A BIBLIOGRAPHY, ON THE MIFV WEBSITE: https://monsterislandfilmvault.com/index.php/2024/02/01/5th-wednesday-bonus-episode-15-the-abominable-snowman-1957-ft-matt-walsh-patreon/.  Sound effects sourced from Freesound.org. Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip. We'd like to give a shout-out to our MIFV MAX patrons Danny DiManna (author/creator of the Godzilla Novelization Project); Damon Noyes, The Cel Cast, TofuFury, Eric Anderson of Nerd Chapel, Ted Williams, Wynja the Ninja, Brad “Batman” Eddleman, Christopher Riner, The Indiscrite One, Eli Harris, Jake Hambrick, Edwin Gonzalez, Matt Walsh (but not that Matt Walsh), Jonathan Courtright, and Robert Kidd! Thanks for your support! You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Timestamps: Introduction: 0:00-17:27 Main Discussion: 17:27-1:48:58 Outro: 1:48:58-2:03:51 Credits: 2:03:51-end Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives       #MonsterIslandFilmVault     #monsterislandworldtour            HammerFilms © 2024 Moonlighting Ninjas Media

Journey Into...
Delusion #103: Tarkin's Tradition by Rish Outfield

Journey Into...

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023


Rish and Marshal present Rish's Thanksgiving-inspired tale, "Tarkin's Tradition," where Imperial dignitaries (and a stormtrooper) gather on the Death Star at the behest of Grand Moff Tarkin to share appreciation.To download, right-click here and then click SaveJoin the Journey Into Patreon to get extra episodes and personal addresses, plus other extras and rewards.Author's Note: The character of Greejatus, while indeed an Imperial Dignitary in RETURN OF THE JEDI, is actually based on the physical appearance of Sim Aloo, played by Anthony Lang, who received an action figure in 1985.  Unfortunately, the name later given this character was so inexcusably stupid . . . that it was unacceptable for use in this sketch.  Hence, the name was switched with the other prominent Imperial Dignitary.  I'm a writer, not a monster.To comment on this or any episode:Send comments and/or recordings to journeyintopodcat@gmail.comTweet us us TwitterPost a comment on Facebook here or here

Podcast Stardust
Episode 644 - Tales from the Death Star

Podcast Stardust

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 33:58


We're celebrating Halloween with a discussion of some spooky Star Wars stories from Cavan Scott's Tales from the Death Star.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The framing device of the story, The Espirion and where they come from, The tale of the dianoga on the first Death Star, Life Day and the myth of the Wild Squadron, The real world inspiration for the Wild Squadron, A tale of zombies attempting to get the construction of the second Death Star back on schedule, and The haunting of Grand Moff Tarkin. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

The Autistic Culture Podcast
Update on Doctor Who, D&D, Sherlock, and Star Wars (Episode 40: Minisode #1)

The Autistic Culture Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 12:14


By popular request, a minisode (mini-episode)! TACP's Actually Autistic podcast hosts, Matt Lowry, LPP, and Dr. Angela Lauria, provide updates relating to Dungeons & Dragons, Doctor Who, Star Wars, and Sherlock Holmes. Angela and Matt discuss Autistic actor Peter Cushing, who connects all four interests popular among people on the autism spectrum (and provides additional insights about Autistic productivity). Cushing starred in two 1960s Doctor Who films, played Grand Moff Tarkin in Star Wars, portrayed Sherlock Holmes, and was an avid player of the H.G. Wells game "War," which inspired Dungeons & Dragons.The hosts share how Cushing handcrafted over 2,000 miniature soldiers and models for playing "War." Which speaks to Autistic Culture's love of collecting, and skills with modeling, strategy games, and imaginative play.Matt and Angela discuss how poor mental health led to a “SPIN drop”: when Autistic people lose connection with a SPIN or special interest (a part of who we are), and experience intense grief similar to experiencing a death.Angela: And so when you lose a SPIN, it is like losing a part of yourself.Matt: Yeah, these things make us who we are. These things help us with our identity.Cushing's story speaks to Autistic individuals and exemplifies Autistic Culture through his creative hobbies, special interests, and impressive collections.Do you want more minisodes? What do you want to hear Matt or Angela give a quick infodump on?* Facebook post with pictures of Peter Cushings models* The Peter Cushing Doctor Who Movie Appreciation Group* The Peter Cushing Association Facebook group * Want to learn about more Autistic activities? Episode 39: Dungeons & Dragons is Autistic * Why do Autistics work in bursts? Check out Episode 38: Productivity is Autistic* One of the Autistic community's favorite Autistic characters: Episode 30: Doctor Who is Autistic* What does an Autism-friendly workplace look like? Episode 04: Industrial Light & Magic is AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!* TACP's Instagram* Follow us on Apple podcasts and Spotify* Matt Lowry, LPP* Autistic Connections Facebook Group* AngelaLauria.com and Difference Press* Angela's Twitter and TikTok* Our merch shop! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

FRIGHT SCHOOL
262 - Alfred & Grand Moff Tarkin - Horror of Dracula (1958)

FRIGHT SCHOOL

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 49:08


Welcome back to Fright School! We are kicking off our EIGHT season! In honor of LGBTQ History Month, we are teaming up with LAMBDA Archives and the Diversionary Theatre for a showing of THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW! Join us for a discussion of the enduring legacy of the film and new perspectives on its meaning to Queer audiences. Joe is catching up on the GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW. Our 2023 Halloween Horror Film Challenge is out NOW and it's all about horror sequels. This Spooky Season we are reflecting on the history of Hammer Film Productions and Hammer Horror which has brought us some of the most iconic portrayals of famous monsters like Christopher Lee's Dracula. This week we focus on HORROR OF DRACULA. We discuss the updates to Bram Stoker's original story, comparisons to the Bela Lugosi film, the repression inherent in Victorian age sexuality and morality, and the influence of contemporary British culture of the 1970s on the story. The House of Horror: A History of Hammer Films by Stephen Carver Horror of Dracula from Senses of Cinema by Tony Williams Queer Horror: Screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show and Panel Discussion with LAMBDA Archives and Fright School! 31 Days of Horror Sequels 2023 Challenge Calendar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daughters of Ferrix
Palpatine's Bad At His Job

Daughters of Ferrix

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 80:26


In which we discuss the organization and structure of the Canon Galactic Empire, why Grand Moff Tarkin is an idiot, and how Palpatine definitely doesn't fuck. This episode was posted during the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes of 2023. Daughters of Ferrix stands in solidarity with striking workers, and you can learn more about these strikes at sagaftrastrike.org Sources and a transcript for this episode can both be found at daughtersofferrix.com Daughters of Ferrix is ⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheLetterbomber⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Sofia Dunstan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠@FerrixPod⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Kessel Run Relay Podcast
Episode 39: Blaming Kassav for Alderaan feat. Lia and Claire

Kessel Run Relay Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 125:09


Welcome back to another episode of Kessel Run Relay! Thank you for listening to our episode. This episode is the first on our journey to From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi focusing on From a Certain Point of View: A New Hope. The following episode will focus on From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back and the final episode will focus on From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi.-This episode includes: “dark, it is", Zoraida Córdova's Rey Skywalker and Poe Dameron book, “speaking of women,” U-Haul lesbian Grand Moff Tarkin, Griffin McElroy you were crazy for that, the TarKrennic ex feud, flop representation in Orson Krennic, and Bail and Breha Organa: the couple ever.-Donate to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike funds to support creatives and artists fighting for fair wages and treatment below:https://entertainmentcommunity.org/https://members.sagfoundation.org/donatehttps://www.wgaeast.org/mo/loginform?destination=mba-2023-strike-fund-guidelines-Follow Lia on social media:Twitter/TikTok/Instagram- @deusexvalerate-Follow Claire on social media:Twitter/TikTok: @clairekryze-Listen to Fulcrum Transmissions on your favorite podcatcher!-Follow us on social media:Twitter- @KesselRunRelayTiktok/Instagram- @kesselrunrelaypod-Email us: kesselrunrelaypod@gmail.com

Flickers from the Cave
Episode 223 - Vamp Stamp

Flickers from the Cave

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023


We cross "the pond" to find two unique films from the legendary British film studio "Hammer". Both movies feature vampires and supple young females, and both are VERY entertaining! We start off with 1971's "Twins of Evil" which stars Grand Moff Tarkin himself, Peter Cushing, as a crusading member of "The Brotherhood" who is trying to save the souls of everyone in his small European village from the women he suspects are witches. His recently-ophaned twin neices come to town and coincidentally so does a vampire who seeks to turn one of the girls into the undead. We follow this up with 1972's "Vampire Circus", where we see a different European village beset by a horde of vampires that travel across the countryside putting on shows for the locals and feasting on anyone they can capture. Both of these are fun escapes and have plenty of surprises and twists. We highly recommend both! We then proceed to list the various things we've been watching for fun. Please let us know what you thought of the show, and send us some suggestions for future episodes. You can email us at flickersfrom@yahoo.com or flickersfrom@gmail.com. You can also reach us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Star Wars Theory
How Tarkin Had FULL Control over Darth Vader (CANON) - Star Wars Explained

Star Wars Theory

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 5:12


Did the notorious Grand Moff Tarkin have power and authority over Darth Vader? Did Palpatine grant him this power? Did Vader ever try to kill him with his lightsaber or force choke him? How much authority did he have over Vader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yub Nub
REBELS Season One Review!

Yub Nub

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 41:49


For Independence Day, we're celebrating the REBELS. We give you the full YubNub Rebels Season One experience, breaking down structure, pacing, space battles, looking up stuff as we discuss it, and why did Grand Moff Tarkin kill his own men? Plus, Greg takes us inside a Star Wars cartoon writers room, and Tim reveals his favorite Star Wars TV show.

... Just To Be Nominated
'The Flash,' 'Elemental' underwhelm despite big expectations

... Just To Be Nominated

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 29:22


The summer season opened with a number of big movies but a pair of films that opened last weekend fell short as "The Flash" managed only $55 million and "Elemental" took in only $29.6 million in U.S. box office results despite finishing in the top two slots. Expectations were particularly high for "The Flash" considering the hype behind Michael Keaton reprising his role as Batman helping Ezra Miller's Barry Allen/The Flash character. We dive into the movie — yes, there are spoilers — to discuss its standing in the DC Extended Universe, the various Batman and Superman cameos and the use of the multiverse as a plot device. We follow that up with a discussion of Peter Sohn's latest Disney Pixar film "Elemental." While better than Sohn's first Pixar film "The Good Dinosaur," the movie lacks star power beyond Wendi McLendon-Covey and Catherine O'Hara and runs a little long. What does this mean for the rest of the summer? It's hard to say for sure, but films up next might want to take note and be prepared for subpar results. Where to watch "The Flash" in theaters "Elemental" in theaters About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is now the editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. Episode transcript Note: The following transcript was created by Adobe Premiere and may contain misspellings and other inaccuracies as it was generated automatically: Welcome everyone to another episode of Streamed and screened and entertainment podcasts about movies and TV from Lee Enterprises. I'm Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer at Lee and co-host of the program with the Master of the Multiverse, Bruce Miller, editor of the Sioux City Journal and a longtime entertainment reporter. Bruce, when you're in the multiverse, like, what are you doing in your other What's the other? Bruce Miller doing right now? Other one is actually enjoying himself. This one, it's like the third circle of hell, You know, where you go, What am I doing? Why is this one so tough? But I think they always say that a different one gets you a better life. So I'm hoping that the better life is in another, more diverse universe.Unknown Okay, so you brought it up now. You were the one. The flash. Yes. The Flash has these multiverses. This is the the kind of the overriding narrative that drives this thing, that there are many multiverses out there just like Spider-Man has the kind of the other world. And all I realize that this is is an excuse to be able to get rid of the actor that they don't want or is asking for too much money. Because if you say, well, I'd like a dollar more to be able to do this, it got near you. We're going to go to another multiverse and they'll be different. We'll be fine or we'll go back to an old one. I don't know. I'm sick of that. And I really don't want those things to color. Just a straight old story. Right. It's not. Whenever they need to get out of a problem, they just zip over to another multiverse verse and try and solve it. And that's what happens in the Flash. The flash as how much do we dare tell? Well, I'm out. If you haven't see the flash now, you're not going to see it. Right. So let's. Let's do this. Should we just. This is a spoiler. This is not a spoiler free episode. Let's just now let's just go for it, because I'll tell you, I did like Ezra Miller as The Flash. I thought he was really good, and I liked him playing off himself because he has a two version kind of thing where he is good and at that kind of give and take. He's funny and I know that they're trying for their own Spider-Man because Spider-Man skews young and I think The Flash, they need something like that in that old timey DC Comics universe. So all that is there was a good idea, and I'm glad they kept him. They didn't reshoot all that stuff, but then they decide that they're going to go dig back in some other universe. And we see a Batman. We get a Batman. Ben Affleck, who I don't like as Batman, I never have and never will. And I think his term could be up, at least in my house, that he is. And then they go in and they find an old Batman, which is Michael Keaton. And Michael Keaton is a good Batman. But they must have decided somewhere along the line that he needed a little more to do. And so they make him into Howard Hughes, and he's living in this old kind of rambling building or house or mansion or whatever you want to call it. And suddenly he's got more skills and toys than I ever remember because that Batman the thing with Batman. Sorry, I'm on a rant, but the thing with Batman is he is a human. He's one of the only human people that don't have special powers or aren't from another planet or any of that kind of stuff. And now he's got a kid that can do everything. I'm not so sure about all that. I really I question it. Yeah. So. Ezra miller. Forgetting about the controversies I thought was fine. No problems with Ezra. It was a solid, solid performance for as much as you could do with that role. It's, you know, obviously, it is what it is. And I had no problems. So I thought from. From just that aspect of it, totally fine. You and I have talked before. I'm not a huge comic book movie person. It's just not my thing. I do like the Batman movies I like or I like seeing Batman movies. I don't always like the Batman movies. I like kind of the Superman thing. A little bit of Wonder Woman here and there, but that's kind of the extent of my superhero kind of movie going that I'll do. I've never really seen any of the Marvel movies. Like one of them I saw That was probably a bad one, right? No, it was. Which one's with Ryan Reynolds? Oh, really? Ryan Deadpool. Deadpool. Yeah, Deadpool right now. Guy He's kind of in his own universe. He doesn't wrangle the others. No, that's. That's probably why I liked it. And it was just kind of somebody told me, Go see it, you'll like it. And actually it was funny. And he makes fun of superheroes. That I like that. That's probably why I liked it. So. But my problem, my my problem, especially with these Batman movies and the whole DC thing is just the constant reboot after reboot after reboot after reboot in this. Like your point to the multiverse helps us because now you could just throw it all out and it doesn't even matter anymore. Now there's another there's another movie franchise that I absolutely love, which is called the James Bond franchise. Now, they, of course, have had like seven James Bond's. But the difference there is the stories don't really conflict, right? You have you know, you'll get like six episodes of Sean Connery. He bows out. You bring in Roger Moore to do a half dozen, plus he bows out. There's only been a couple of instances with short term bonds with George Lazenby doing that one that bridged the two. Connery's had a Timothy Dalton had two, and, you know, Pierce Brosnan by standards. What a year. You only had, I think, four movies. So that was on the shorter side. But, you know, even with with Daniel Craig, he was even though he didn't do the most movies, I think he was in the role for the longest. Like he he was even longer than Roger Moore. He just he just kind of packed in more movies over a shorter period of time. I'm fine with that because it's just all those stories kind of live outside themselves. There's a little bit of crossover, a little bit of a nod here or there, but it's I'm fine with that, but it's just the constant starting and stopping with all these different actors. I can't keep up. I don't even remember who Batman is anymore. And one other point that I'll make, too, is what I loved about the Tim Burton Batman with Michael Keaton, is that, sure, there's special effects? Sure, it has a certain look to it. But as you said, he's a superhero, but he's a human who's just taking he's a vigilante, Right? So he's just kind of taking these extraordinary measures to kind of save save the day. They're vomiting special effects at us now. And I'm of the opinion that less is more. You don't have to. Just because you can do it doesn't mean you should do it. And I think another franchise that kind of brought this back a little bit was Star Wars, where, you know, you had the original Star Wars, which sure had lots of special effects, but they they kept it pretty low key because they couldn't do more at the time. And then I think the huge mistake with George Lucas when he did the prequel and back then, he just he went back. He like he re-edited the originals and put in all the special effects, which did not help. And then those prequel movies that he did, it was all shot against a green screen and it looks like and it doesn't feel real. And what I think has been good with The Mandalorian and the newer ones is they went back and they're actually doing puppeteering again and the special effects that they do use in it, like let's De-Age Mark Hamill, because we can't have a 70 year old guy playing young Luke Skywalker. I'm totally fine with that. You know, you can bring Grand Moff Tarkin back because he's been dead for so long. But those things I'm okay with, But you don't have to throw up special effects at me nonstop. So that's my rant, you know? Well, what I found with the Flash is they go back and visit all these other characters, right? And you have to remember too much. You need to know something about that version of whatever. And they have a number of Superman that comes when, of course, there's that the heart tugging moment when you see Christopher Reeve as as Superman come out. That's that's the gold standard for that, even though his films probably don't hold up at all. But you see that and you go all and then they toss in a Nicolas Cage Superman with a film never got made. And so the idea that that they would do that, but they conveniently don't hit all of the Batman. And it must have been something where, you know and you think all well they get that's choices as artistic choices. No, it was probably because Christian Bale said, there's no way in hell you're using my image in this film. And he had it written into a contract. So you get a little bit of Batman from the Adam West years, and then you go, Well, now what's that about? Because that's TV. Do we do TV Batman? Or is that not, you know, so there are these things that are choices that they make that I'm sure it's because do we have the right go call on this. Call the lawyers, see if we got the rights on this one. We're going to throw this one in just because I think they got nervous at the end and they decided we've got to have all these people show up, not unlike Space Jam, where they took every cartoon character they could throw in. That was a Warner Brother cartoon and then just have you kind of go nuts about it. And you go, Well, wait a minute, why is there Wizard of Oz in this? I didn't know The Wizard of Oz was part of Space Jam, but that's what they do. And I think they get nervous and they don't trust their artistic instincts and they just do this stuff. And I don't think all that was necessary. We caught the concept That was enough. You didn't need to show a world revolving with every character there was in it. I would hope that if they go back to the Flash and do it again, he gets new adventures with different characters. That Zod thing crazy and it can be more, more Shazam like if you will. And and I think you got a good actor. Let him just do what he can do. They obviously with the multiverse have set up a total reset of the DC expanded universe because they've kind of just said, you know what, we're going to we've closed the door now. On Ben Affleck as Batman, and it seems like they're largely closing the door on probably some of the other ones. I mean, there's going to come back here. Any idea is that Superman not there shouldn't be another shot at it, you know, So it's selective lawyering is all it it. Yeah. I loved Wonder Woman when that came out. The first one I thought I thought 1984 was just terrible. I was so disappointed when that one. I remember even telling my wife I'm like, honey, I saw, I saw the Wonder Woman and it's fabulous. We need to go. And it was on HBO. It was it was during the pandemic, and it was just on HBO. I'm like, Let's watch it. You'll love it. It's actually like, I don't like, you know, I don't love comic book movies. And then we sat through it. I'm like, I'm apologizing to her after because that's how bad I thought it was. So I even with her roll, are they going to bring her back for another Wonder Woman or have they said, you know, the last one wasn't good? Like we hit we hit a homerun with one second, one was there. So we're kind of we're going to reset that now, too. This is our deal breaker. This is the way we cut the contracts and move on and whatever it wants to be, it'll be. But I think blast is worth keeping. I just wish that they would do different things that they and not this concept of let all or nothing forget it, make it 90 minutes, make it good, Give us a situation and a and a character. You got it. Who is the new Batman? Is the new Batman George Clooney? Well, who knows? Oh, you know what? You know, he's back and I can see why this is not doing well in the theaters. I think you've got to realize that you cannot rely on the Old Faithful, the comic book nerds who will come do this no matter what, because took in other people. And I think that's where Marvel went wrong, too, is that they want to tie too much together and if you're a casual viewer, viewer like you, Terry, where you see one, you go, What is this crap? I don't know what this is all about. You've got to make it stand alone. It's like we say, you know, I, I read the book and there are lots of things aren't in the movie that were in the book. Well, it's the movie has to stand alone. It's got to be able to tell its story and move on from there. And so that's that's where they go wrong. I agree with you. And you know, it only did 55 million It led it led the box office almost almost doubled, elemental. But the 55 million is a terrible, terrible opening when you consider we're getting back to a point where movies are opening at 100 million plus and you know. Yeah. And Flash is clearly I mean, it's not going to it's not going up. I mean, next week it's not going to do 90 million in week two. It's only going to go down. So, you know, will it even recoup its money? And, you know, you bring up the point of the casual viewer. I was lucky because I had seen, as I said, I see the Batman movies, I see the Superman movies. So when I saw The Flash, it all made sense to me. But if you're a casual viewer and you didn't know what the deal was with Zod and all that stuff, you would be so lost. Like if you came in because you're like, I love Michael Keaton from those those early Batman movies with Timothy Burton, you're just going be lost because you're going be like, What is going on here? You just dropped the storyline. Makes no sense. Ellen Slater, if you were familiar with Ellen's later way back when, her appearance doesn't mean anything to you. So it is what it is. I think that they did a great job with the Flash on TV when it was on the CW, and I think he was a perfectly good flash. But when they're going in another direction and you're doing something that it's a little quirky stick with the quirk. Don't feel that you need to go back to the traditional and grab something there. One other point I'd like to make. We talked about the multiverse, the concept of the multiverse, right. And how big it's become because we're seeing it in a lot of different things, you know, Spider-Verse and and we saw it obviously everything everywhere. I wonder, I was thinking this is a it's a concept that basically replaces time travel or it sort of replaces time travel because that was such a driver of of, you know, show movies, shows of the 6070s, eighties, you know, like Star Trek when they would get stumped in like, well, what should we do? Well, how about we just send the Enterprise back 200 years to get a humpback whale and bring it back to the future? Right. And then, of course, there's back to the future. So I started I'm going into this movie knowing that it's the multiverse and thinking to myself, like, yeah, this is completely replace like the concept of time, travel back to the future and all that. And what did they do is this they heavily referenced back to the future in the flash where in this multiverse Eric Stoltz is not the part got the part you know and again you have to have a point of reference to enjoy the laugh. And if you're a young kid, did you know that Eric Stoltz was originally cast as Marty McFly? You didn't. So it it kind of falls flat on that. I is this made for critics? Maybe it is I don't know they just want them to say nice things. I mean it's cute. It's a cute concept. They do hammer it a couple of times and maybe I don't need to two or three times of that to get it. Now, let's talk about Elemental, because I you know, I'm a huge Disney fan. I love all those animated things. But boy, did it take effort to like Elemental. I'm not going to call it the worst Pixar movie I've ever seen that Cars. It's definitely not the best Pixar movie I've ever seen it. From my perspective, it was fine. It checked all the boxes. We went on Father's Day. We took the kids. The kids enjoyed it my way. Restless? Nope. They liked it. They liked the movie. My wife cried during a couple scenes. She enjoyed it. I was fine. I was fine. You know, I walked out of it and I was like, That's fine. That's fine. It's a fine movie. It's not great. It's not terrible. It's fine. I got what they were trying to do. They're trying to talk. Really. It's the immigrant story. Did you come to another country and you feel like you are alone and you don't fit in with others and you don't want to mix with others? And maybe mixing with others is a good thing. And we see how this works out in everything. But I think it tries way too hard to be jokey and it tries to make every person it can think of. Like I could see them sitting around a table and saying, Okay, fire. Think of all the things that you can think of that have fire in it that we can use. This is hotter than and you know, and they would just throw this out and then try to kind of squeeze that in in the process. And the idea that wind water, earth, an air or a soundtrack by Earth, wind and fire, how they don't, you know, combine. Well, they do. And if you just did a simple experiment, you'd know that all this does work together. And so they needed another villain. They needed somehow somebody to cause the problem that encourages them to come together to solve it. And they didn't. They kept these kind of universes or these worlds separate. And it was like, Oh, that's where the rich want people live. Oh, that's where the poor down and outer fire people live, you know? And I don't know, it's a basically it was good to look at I don't know how you make a stuffed animal out of a fire, but yeah, I really had a prop. This is me now. I had a problem where they show this baby fire sucking on a can of lighter fluid. And I thought, this is like, wrong. You don't if you image that to any little kids and they say, oh, lighter fluid, I could see a kid sucking on a bottle of that. I could. And so I think they didn't think through some of the things that they were playing. They just thought it was a cute gimmick and there it felt wet. I can see that, you know, as someone who grew up was born in New York and very familiar with the city culture and the concept of of a bodega that's run by an immigrant family, it resonated a little bit with me to an extent. I got what they were trying to do again with the concept of, you know, a melting pot. And there were moments to even when I would lean over to my wife, it's like, is this family, is it is it a Greek family? Do you think they're touching on agriculture is No, no. Maybe it's Turkish. You know, it's like, oh, no, no, no. Maybe it's like Pakistani or something like that. And, you know, and then of course, you see the relationship, the Korean heritage relationship, you know, to the Peterson And so and I think that's the point is you're not actually supposed to figure out what it is because it's this concept that it could be anything. Right. It's it's you know, these are the anyone that's an immigrant to this country or any country is going to face obstacles and discrimination. And it doesn't really matter where it's from. It's just, you know, we're just going to bring in these concepts. So, you know, I think it's a good movie for lessons of inclusion and whatnot, but it just felt, you know, it's fine. As I said, I don't know how else to describe this movie other than it was fine. There was no stars in this movie. No. And I tried to raise the voices and I thought, is this anybody? Is this somebody who is? And I thought at one point it was Miley Cyrus doing the voice of the Amber the flame girl. But no, it's it's not at all. Catherine O'Hara is in there is the mother. That's. Wait, wait. And it's that's the the the most notable actor that they they cast in it, which is kind of interesting from a few aspects because if you think back Disney up until really what the nineties largely just relied on on mostly unknown voice actors to do the roles and I think it was a lot of it had to do with like Toy Story and The Lion King where you started casting bigger screen actors to take on these roles. So I am wondering a little bit because they went low key, because it wasn't just this barrage of A-list actors. Did that hurt this at the box office? Because there isn't that that big name? You know, normally what they do is they have and I was waiting for a Justin Timberlake song, actually, I thought this is almost like rolls. They should throw in a Justin Timberlake song because there is a song in there. I think this is like one of those things they let people do with short subjects. They let them kind of go very creative and try things out. And maybe this one, they, you know, let's let's just give it a whole movie. Let's not give it a short subject because it seemed like a short subject concept. And there is kind of a pattern to Disney Pixar characters that have a certain look that you can turn into merchandise. And like I say, I don't know how you merchandise this at all unless everything is just a character on a on a t shirt. But we'll see. It'll, you know, they'll do it. But I yeah I thought that of that kind of odd mix inside out did a better job of kind of blending things and making it seem like, okay now I don't have to think too hard on this. And I thought too hard on this. I was trying all the time to make sense of it and I couldn't. The movie was a bit long for my tastes. Well, we again, animated films. Come on, I the kids start running about the 30 minute mark. And if they're not stopping by the 60 minute mark, you've gone too long. I hate to get up to go to the men's room during a movie because I don't want to miss a thing. And as soon as the credits started rolling because and with these Pixar movies, you don't want to miss something at the end. So it's like the movie. The credits started rolling. I like beeline out, leave my family behind, take care of business, come back in because that you know, that gallon of soda I was drinking went right through me. And then I was disappointed because there was nothing in the credits either. It just kind of they just straight rolled it. But it was it was a story that that I agree with could have been told in about 20 fewer minutes. And it would have been completely fine to keep the kids entertained. And I and I will say this, too, with Peter Sohn, who directed the movie, it's definitely the better of his two movies that he's done now for Pixar, because I. I absolutely hated The Good Dinosaur. Did. Do you remember that one? I hated that, too. I hated it. Well, one thing I notice when you think of the good dinosaur, the only thing I remember was the grass looked good. It looked Grant's look good in. And that was and I remember walking out of it with my kids because they were a lot younger than am. I like one of my daughters is crying. She's like, Dad, does this mean you're going to die, too? And because they killed now, they killed a dad. And I didn't like, Oh, good Lord, God, like you have to do. You have to kill a parent in every movie. Yeah, well, you know, interestingly, I think this is the only Pixar film that doesn't have a John Ratzenberger appearance. Might be that could be a curse. That if you don't use him, you're in trouble. So I'm throwing out there that maybe they should have had him in there somewhere as somebody. But yeah, ice and earth. Did you ever see anything earthy besides that little kid picking the flowers out of his pits? Yeah. Yeah. And then they. The wind people. It was a game, and that was it, Right? Right. And I would say that was somebody, too, from The Goldbergs, the mother on The Goldbergs as the voice of the Wind. Okay, Thank you. Wendy covered MacLaine to make clear she has a hyphenated name. When Wendi Mclendon-Covey Wright. Thank you, Your Honor. I'm sorry, Wendy. I apologized profusely, but you got a long name, you know. Yeah, but Elemental 29.6 million to open. That is not. That's not where you want to be if you're Pixar. And on the heels of Disney wiping out a huge chunk of the Pixar department recently, maybe this is my this is well, it also came after light year because light year did not do well last year either. It's very much like Zootopia. And I think if they're going to go back to that, well, Zootopia is a better way of dealing with it, because when you had characters who were goofy animals, you could be you could be snarky with them. And I think they wanted to be a little too noble. Yeah, Yeah. So Flash 55 million. Elemental 29.6 million. Not a great weekend for too big. It's supposed to be two big heavy hitters. What do you think this this means? You know, coming up, is this just a blip on the radar? I don't think. Come up or what? What what do you think? Now, interestingly, we have no hard feelings. And Wes Anderson's new movie coming out this week, those will be low key because they're not expecting anything out of that. I think no hard feelings will do really well once the word of mouth gets out there, because it's the old school R-rated comedy where it's like, ah, if you know what I mean. And I think people are looking for something like that, so that'll be a surprise. And then we get into Barbie week and boy, I'm seeing a lot of Barbie and I'm hearing a lot of Barbie, but it isn't all that positive. So we'll see what happens. I want it to be very positive, but I think you know, it's going to be I think we're still on the roller coaster. I don't think we're there yet. We're not heading toward the the entrance of the theme park ride. So it'll be like Indiana Jones that'll go big. There's nerve endings about that thing, too, that it is not as adventurous as they want it to be. These are viewers who've seen it and maybe, yeah, it'll still do well, Open. Well, it'll open big. Yeah, that's what I'm thinking. Like, it'll, it'll people like me will want to go see it because we're huge fans of the franchise, but we'll go see it. Maybe not like it and then not go back. So I don't know that it'll have a long run, but I think it'll open big. Yeah, a little up, a little bit down. We'll see what comes in the next few weeks. Next week we are getting ready for the 4th of July holiday, so we are going to dive into our favorite patriotic movies of all time salute right. All right, Bruce. So thanks again and thank you all for listening to this episode is screened and screened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast Stardust
Episode 581 - Rebels - Jedi Night - 0410

Podcast Stardust

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 30:45


Kanan makes an immense sacrifice when the Rebels mission to rescue Hera leaves them cornered by Governor Pryce on Lothal.   In this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Kanan's death and how it was unexpected when the episode aired, Hera's torture at the hands of Governor Pryce, Kanan's decision to have Ezra plan the rescue mission, Grand Moff Tarkin summoning Thrawn to Coruscant to defend the TIE Defender project, Kanan's eyes regaining their natural color before he died, and Many of our thoughts on this very memorable episode of Rebels. Check out our last discussion of Rebels in episode 578.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast
Star Wars (1977)

Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 118:26


Episode 51 - Star Wars (1977) Full Movie Review PodcastStar Wars, directed by George Lucas, was released in 1977 and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. The film tells the story of a young farm boy named Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) who joins forces with a Jedi Knight, Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness), and a rogue pilot, Han Solo (Harrison Ford), to rescue Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) from the clutches of the evil Empire.One of the things that sets Star Wars apart is its world-building. Lucas created a rich and complex universe filled with aliens, planets, and technology that captivated audiences. The film's special effects were ground breaking for the time and still hold up today, adding to the immersive experience of the movie. The film also introduced iconic characters like Darth Vader, the imposing villain who quickly became one of cinema's greatest antagonists.But what really makes Star Wars stand the test of time is its timeless storytelling. At its core, Star Wars is a classic hero's journey, with Luke learning to harness the Force and becoming the last hope for the rebellion. The film's themes of hope, redemption, and the power of good over evil resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.The acting in Star Wars is solid, with Hamill, Ford, and Fisher delivering memorable performances. Guinness is also excellent as the wise and mysterious Kenobi, while Peter Cushing brings a sense of menace to his role as Grand Moff Tarkin, one of the Empire's top officials. But it's James Earl Jones' voice work as Darth Vader that steals the show, giving the character an intimidating presence that still sends shivers down viewers' spines.One of the criticisms of Star Wars is that it's too simplistic and lacks nuance. While it's true that the film's characters and themes are straightforward, that's part of its charm. Star Wars is an old-fashioned swashbuckling adventure that's meant to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages. Its appeal lies in its simplicity, not in its complexity.Another criticism of Star Wars is that it relies too heavily on special effects and spectacle. While it's true that the film's visuals are impressive, that doesn't detract from its storytelling. The special effects are a means to an end, not the end themselves. They help create the immersive experience of the movie, but it's the characters and their struggles that keep viewers invested.In conclusion, Star Wars is a classic film that has stood the test of time for over four decades. Its world-building, special effects, and memorable characters are just as impressive today as they were in 1977. But what really makes Star Wars special is its timeless storytelling, which has resonated with generations of fans. The film's themes of hope, redemption, and the power of good over evil make it a timeless classic that will continue to inspire audiences for years to come.Please follow the Podcast and join our community at https://linktr.ee/borntowatchpodcast If you are looking to start a podcast and want a host or get guests to pipe in remotely, look no further than Riverside.fmClick the link below https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=matthew

Body Language: A Field Guide
CGI and Video Game Animation

Body Language: A Field Guide

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 18:04


I have been mildly aggravated by CGI and 3D animation for a while, and this week, I thought I'd just dive right in and analyze why CGI and video game characters look and move differently than real (real? live? actual? I don't know...) humans. Also, I think I said General Moff Tarkin instead of Grand Moff Tarkin, I hope all of the die-hard Star Wars fans out there will forgive my slip up.The book I mentioned is called Making Faces by Kevin Aucoin. It's available on Amazon.

TV Podcast Industries
Star Wars The Bad Batch Season 2 Episode 2 "Ruins of War" Review from TV Podcast Industries

TV Podcast Industries

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 31:04


We are back to discuss Star Wars The Bad Batch 202 Podcast the second part of the season two premiere "Ruins of War". The Bad Batch 202 "Ruins Of War" Synopsis Series Created by: Jennifer Corbett, Dave Filoni, Brad Rau Episode Written by: Gina Lucita Monreal Story Editor: Matt Michnovetz Episode Directed By: Nathaniel Villanueva As the container with Tech, Echo and Omega hurtles to the ground the reentry thrusters kick in just in time landing the trio precariously on the side of a cliff. In the fall Tech fractures his leg and Omega and Echo have to leave behind the contents of Count Dooku's war chest to get him to safety. With the help of Romar Adell, a native of the planet Serenno, they hide out while waiting for the rest of the Bad Batch to recover them. As Wrecker and Hunter improvise a cannon to battle their way back to their ship The Marauder, Omega makes another attempt to raid the war chest. She fails but Romar convinces her that the cursed treasure won't make her happy and The Bad Batch escape Serenno empty handed but alive. Back on the planets surface Vice Admiral Rampart confronts clone Captain Wilco over his report that Clone Force 99 were behind the attack. To cover his tracks, and avoid Grand Moff Tarkin's wrath, Rampart kills the Captain and removes all trace of the Bad Batch from the official report to the Empire. The Bad Batch Cast Dee Bradley Baker as Hunter, Echo, Wrecker, Tech, Crosshair and Rex. Michelle Ang as Omega Rhea Perlman as Cid Noshir Dalal as Vice Admiral Rampart Feedback for Star Wars The Bad Batch 202 Once you've watched the episodes you can email us to feedback@tvpodcastindustries.com, you can message us @TVPodIndustries on Twitter or join our Facebook group at https://facebook.com/groups/tvpodcastindustries and share your thoughts in our spoiler posts for each episode. Follow us and Subscribe to the Podcast If you want to keep up with us and all of our podcasts, please subscribe to the podcast over at https://tvpodcastindustries.com. Where we will continue to podcast about multiple TV shows we hope you'll love. Next time on The Bad Batch Podcast Thanks for listening along with us for our Star Wars : The Bad Batch 202 podcast for "Ruins Of War", we'll be back next week with our chat about The Bad Batch 203 "The Solitary Clone" so make sure you stay subscribed to TV Podcast Industries. If you enjoyed this podcast we have hundreds more episodes about everything from Marvel to DC, Star Trek to Star Wars, Invincible to The Boys, The Sandman to Lord of The Rings and much much more just check out "TV Podcast Industries" where ever you listen to podcasts. https://open.spotify.com/show/71WiYolZMPxB7QVSTMZ5zk?si=cfJJtlesRW6re3g26vRCCA Until then, Keep Watching, Keep Listening and Keep Trooping. Derek, Chris and John TV Podcast Industries Creative Commons Music by Jason Shaw for Audionautix.com All images and audio clips are copyright of Disney, Star Wars and their respective copyright owners.

Middle Class Film Class
Gab & Chatter: ParaNorman / The Poughkeepsie Tapes / Land of The Dead / Edward Scissorhands / House 2

Middle Class Film Class

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 73:26


On this episode: The passing of a wholesome legend, another darker legend passes his torch, and Paul Dano is a disciple of Tom Cruise. PLUS! Sandler and the Safdies are together again, Tobe Hooper takes Hollywood to task, and so does Morpheus Fishburn. In news: Morpheus, Neo, Trinity, Naobi, Dave Navarro, Ink Master, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Jane's Addiction, www.twitch.tv/stabcomedy , Halloween III: Season of the Witch, Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid, Harry Potter, The World is Not Enough, James Bond, Goldeneye , N64, Cracker, Alan Rickman, Angela Lansbury, Beauty and the Beast, Murder She Wrote, Golden Girls, Columbo, Matlock, Florence Pugh, Logan Paul, Jake Paul, James Earl Jones, David Prowse, Abe Sapien, Doug Jones, David Hyde Pierce, Hellboy, Chris Pratt, Gilbert Gottfried, Val Kilmer, Matthew Wood, Grand Moff Tarkin, Peter Cushing, EGOT, Mufasa, Jon Favreau, Michael Caine, The Lion King, NoTW, Hamlet, The Northman, Amleth, Paul Dano, Knight and Day, Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, Wildlife, Marlon Brando, Paul Thomas Anders, Bong Joon Ho, Steve McQueen, Safdie Brothers, Adam Sandler, Netflix, Uncut Gems, Happy Madison, Goldman, Times Square, New York City, NYC, Paul Schrader, Master Gardener, Screen Talk, Paul Schrader's Facebook Posts, https://twitter.com/paul_posts , Taxi Driver, Boomer, SlashFilm.com , Wes Craven, John Carpenter, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, E.T., James Cameron, Aliens, Return of the Jedi, Martin Scorsese, The Departed, The Irishman, Mark Wahlberg, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Life Force, Body Bags, Tales from the Crypt, Poltergeist, Steven Spielberg, Matrix Resurrectionshttp://www.MCFCpodcast.com-Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com    -Leave us a voicemail (209) 730-6010-Get some merch:https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/-Sponsor - N/AJoseph Navarro    Pete Abeytaand Tyler Noe    Streaming Picks:ParaNorman - RokuLand of The Dead - AMC+Day of The Dead - Tubi, Peacock, Kanopy, Crackle, Pluto, Red BoxHouse 2 - Amc+, Shudder, Tubi, Hoopla, ArrowThe Poughkeepsie Tapes - Amazon Prime, Paramount+, Epix, Tubi, Redbox, DirecTV, PlutoEdward Scissorhands - Amazon Prime, Disney+Mark Overanalyses FilmA podcast about what great films mean, and how they go about meaning it.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

The Star Lores Podcast
Episode 65: Grand Moff Tarkin

The Star Lores Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 59:04


There are few legendary people that could be considered the most cruel, psychopathic villains in the galaxy. But you can count Wilhuff Tarkin among them. We are now on Discord! Visit at: https://discord.gg/h4uMZdmBxh Don't forget to leave a 5 star rating and review and subscribe to this podcast so you get all the new episodes! Reach out to us on social media (instagram, facebook, twitter) or email at starlorespodcast@gmail.com Support the show on patreon.com/starlores --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/starlores/support

Duel of the Ranks: A Star Wars Show
51. Andor Predictions

Duel of the Ranks: A Star Wars Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 38:30


It's that time of year again…Star Wars bingo! This week we're sharing our top predictions for the upcoming Andor series. In light of Rogue One, there's a lot you'd think would show up, but that could all be a setup to blow your mind. Will we see Galen Erso, kyber crystals, Grand Moff Tarkin, or even Bor Gullet? What would an episode sound like without Brody? Tune in to find out! To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, and be sure to check out our links below!Website: www.dueloftheranks.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DueloftheRanksTikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@dueloftheranks?lang=en 

Fantha Tracks Radio: A Star Wars Podcast
Collecting Tracks Wave 2: The Tarkin Initiative

Fantha Tracks Radio: A Star Wars Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 43:13


Join your hosts Richard Hutchinson and Chris Leddy for the latest episode of Fantha Tracks Radio's Collecting Tracks. Chris and Richard take a look at Grand Moff Tarkin collectibles, a character that can hardly be described as 'toyetic', but don't be fooled; there's more to find of this classic villain than you might imagine. All this is designed to bring you an effective demonstration of collecting power on Wave 2 of Collecting Tracks. Remember to tune in to Good Morning Tatooine, LIVE Sunday evenings at 9.00pm UK, 4.00pm Eastern and 1.00pm Pacific on Facebook and YouTube, check out Fantha Tracks Radio on Friday evenings at 7.00pm UK time for new episodes of The Fantha From Down Under, Planet Leia, Desert Planet Discs, Start Your Engines, Collecting Tracks and Canon Fodder and every Tuesday at 7.00pm UK time for your weekly episode of Making Tracks. You can contact any of our shows and send in your listeners questions by emailing radio@fanthatracks.com or comment on our social media feeds: www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ7LZotr3rQhVJwpO3b2ELw www.instagram.com/fanthatracks www.facebook.com/FanthaTracks www.twitter.com/FanthaTracks www.pinterest.co.uk/fanthatracks/ www.fanthatracks.tumblr.com/ www.tiktok.com/@fanthatracks

Into the Greenwood
Episode 22: Splitting Arrows- Enjoying Homoerotic Archery with Sword of Sherwood Forest in 1960

Into the Greenwood

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 86:22


Thaddeus and Rick are joined by special guests AJ and Emily Holt to watch Richard Greene, one of the actors with the MOST Robin Hood-related bonafides do battle with none other than Grand Moff Tarkin himself, Peter Cushing, in what proved to be the most convoluted Robin Hood tale to date.Into the Greenwood is produced by Thaddeus Papke Theme music is by Plastic3For more from Into the Greenwood:https://www.instagram.com/intogreenwood/https://twitter.com/intogreenwoodhttps://www.facebook.com/intogreenwoodTo support the podcast go to:https://www.patreon.com/IntoGreenwoodorhttps://ko-fi.com/intogreenwoodOur selected charity: Trees, Water & Peopleintogreenwood@gmail.com

Marvel Star Wars Explorers
Newspaper 05 - Princess Leia, Imperial Servant (with Jake Beal)

Marvel Star Wars Explorers

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 96:56


As Leia tries to escape a mining facility controlled by Grand Moff Tarkin's widow, Jake Beal makes his triumphant return to the podcast to chat with us at length about the MCU, to learn more about the mysterious Buddy Helm, to dive into some science fiction classics of 1979, and to praise the strong characterization of everyone's favorite princess from a galaxy far, far away.

Quantum Recast
Star Wars Episode IV - 2017: The Fandom Menace

Quantum Recast

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 130:24


On this episode, we finally take you to a galaxy far far away… to potentially change/ruin everything! Nick has chosen to move the original ‘Star Wars' forty years into the future, from 1977 to 2017!Hang onto your seat as the takes are hot, as are our hosts about certain casting choices. It all comes to a head as we dare to ask the question: What does a world without Star Wars look like? May the Force be with you.  Check us out on TwitterInstagramFacebookor at quantumrecast.com! Starring:Cory Williams (@TheLionFire)Nick Growall (@NickGrowall)Tanner Risner (@TheTannerRisner) Editing by: Jesse Risner (@Aquaneersupreme) (00:05:28) -Nit or pick (00:12:38) - Useless Critic Stats  (00:17:14) - Why Did We Choose It  (00:19:45)- We Have Questions  (00:27:50) - Junk Draw Trivia(00:42:13)- Box Office  (00:43:57) - Oscars   (00:52:57) - What Changes (00:57:10) - Rules rundown (01:00:20) - 30 Sec or Less(01:06:01) - C-3P0(01:11:30 ) -  Obi-Wan Kenobi(01:18:46) - Grand Moff Tarkin(01:27:21 )- Han Solo(01:37:06) - Princess Leia(01:44:27) - Darth Vader(01:54:27) - Luke Skywalker(02:03:05) - The Final Rundown(02:05:07) - What's Next

Yaddle Chattle & The Watchers
Kylo Ren Is Nuts. (Yaddle Chattle: An East Side Dave Star Wars Podcast) (Episode Four)

Yaddle Chattle & The Watchers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2022 36:27


It's Episode Four of Yaddle Chattle (An East Side Dave Star Wars Podcast) and it's a fun one! Join "East Side" Dave (Darth David) and Jared Fishman (Jedi Jared) as they discuss their new, official, Yaddle Chattle names!   Plus...they name the "most unique" Sith Lord in Star Wars, they chat about Ewoks, they read messages from Yaddle fans, they debate who would win in a fight: Admiral Ackbar Vs. Grand Moff Tarkin, and MORE!   Listen to this thrilling episode today! And may the Force be with you, dogsie!

Ike's Flame: A Star Wars Adventure
Episode 3 - Grand Moff Tarkin

Ike's Flame: A Star Wars Adventure

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 36:03


Today join me in taking a dive into Grand Moff Tarkin's story and specifically his rise to prominence in the Empire. I hope you continue to join me on Star War stories that take us across the galaxy.

Force Toast: A Star Wars Happy Hour
Ep 75: Destination Dry-Ass

Force Toast: A Star Wars Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 72:09


Have you ever wondered how sarlaccs reproduce? No? Too bad, now you're gonna learn.In Episode 75, hosts Alyce and Laura celebrate* the fact that this podcast somehow made it to 75 episodes? Like, how? Why? Who approved this?On a scale from 1 to 10, how musty are your pants?Laura ruins the episode. Right from the get go. Ruined.Thank you, Anonymous Listener, for the Ko-fi contribution!The Kiners dropped some fun Star Wars animation details during a recent fundraiser for relief efforts in Ukraine. You can contribute to the Ko-fi for the fundraiser here.The High Republic but make it Muppet Babies. Or “Stranger Things in Space”? Is this a real thing? (via Cinelinx)More evidence of Temuera Morrison in Kenobi? Alyce thinks no, but check out this photo and judge for yourselfRecap on Tap: Kenobi Edition! Let's break down the trailer and make wild speculations! Plus, initial thoughts on Star Wars: Queen's Hope (no spoilers) and a brief discussion of the final Phase I High Republic comics.Helpful links referenced in this episode:We're proud to be a part of the Amidala Initiative to support the Equality Texas Foundation, trans youth and their families. Want to know more? Check out the twitter account here and donate to the GoFundMe here.On the  March 13 episode of The Jedi Way, Rocha and Laura discuss the Kenobi trailer and the Jedi Order's rules on attachmentTwitter: @forcetoastpod | @sLeiaAllDay | @ShutUp_LauraInstagram: @forcetoastpodEmail: forcetoastpod@gmail.comWebsite: forcetoastpod.com*This podcast contains a sh!t ton of profanity and boozin. You can find a bleeped version of this podcast absolutely nowhere. Cheers! 

X-Ray Vision
The Book of Boba Fett Ep 6 + Station Eleven with Creator / Showrunner Patrick Somerville

X-Ray Vision

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 136:53


On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight square off in Mos Pelgo! First in Previously On (2:05), they discuss the upcoming Halo series on Paramount+, the character posters from Amazon's upcoming Lord of the Rings series, and the casting of Dakota Johnson as Madame Web. Then in the Airlock (22:08) they dive deep (deeeep) into Book of Boba Fett chapter 6, offering theories for the finale as well as analyzing the dichotomy of Jedi and Mandalorian philosophies. In the Omnibus (1:09:55) Jason surveys the post-apocalyptic genre. In the Hive Mind (1:22:25) Patrick Somerville, the writer and creator of HBO Max's Station Eleven, joins Jason to unpack the series, examine human connection and genre, and probe the role of the internet in our collective consciousness. In Nerd Out (1:59:57) a listener pitches us on the spooky oeuvre of Mike Flanagan, particularly Midnight Mass. And in the Endgame (2:03:36), Jason and Rosie choose a ‘Station Eleven,' a piece of art/media that has fundamentally shaped them. Tune in every Friday and don't forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?' (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What's coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie's IG, author archive, & Letterboxd The Listener's Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Age of Rebellion Comics – Written by Greg Pak and running from April 2019 through June 2019; featuring iconic characters like Han Solo, Leia, Grand Moff Tarkin, and more. “The Trial of Dagobah” written by Marc Guggeinheim was featured in Age of Rebellion Special #1, available on Marvel Unlimited. Journey to the West – Originally published in the 16th century and attributed to Wu Cheng'en; according to Britannica: “In addition to the novel's comedy and adventure, Journey to the West has been enjoyed for its biting satire of society and Chinese bureaucracy and for its allegorical presentation of human striving and perseverance.” This version has a foreword by acclaimed comics artist Gene Luen Yang. Young Jedi Knights Novel Series – Written by Kevin J. Anderson & Rebecca Moesta and first published in 1995. The first novel in the series is Heirs of the Force and the final is Crisis at Crystal Reef. Available in a few different places secondhand, including here. Last Thoughts on Woody Guthrie – “And you yell to yourself and you throw down yer hat / Sayin', ‘Christ do I gotta be like that / Ain't there no one here that knows where I'm at / Ain't there no one here that knows how I feel / Good God Almighty / THAT STUFF AIN'T REAL'” – Full lyrics here & Dylan's 1963 performance in New York here. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comics In Motion Podcast
Star Wars: Comics In Canon - Ep 44: Rogue One Sequel: The Ashes Of Jedha (Star Wars #38-43)

Comics In Motion Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2021 43:59


This week features the Rogue One “sequel” arc from the main run of Star Wars comics called The Ashes Of Jedha, which features Luke searching for further lessons from the Force, Leia & Han travelling to (what's left of) Jedha to meet with the remaining of Saw Gerrera's Partisans, including “Two-Tubes” (Benthic), while Queen Trios & Commander Kamchar continue to decimate the Jedha for its resources! All 6 comics were written by Kieron Gillen, with Salvador Larroca as the artist and Guru-eFX as the colourist. The first of the arc, issue 38 was released November 2017, issue 43 was out February 2018 and the trade paperback collection was out April 2018. Check out episode 40 of SWCIC for the previous arc in the main run of Star Wars comics and episode 23 for the Darth Vader comic arc that introduces Queen Trios (although neither of these are necessary to understand/enjoy this episode)! In the last episode of SWCIC (episode 43), Mike tackled the 5 villains stories in the Age Of Rebellion one-shot comic series (from original trilogy); Grand Moff Tarkin in “Tooth & Claw”, Boba Fett in “Hunter's Heart”, Jabba The Hutt in “Great To Be Jabba”, Darth Vader in “To The Letter” and IG-88 in “The Long Game”, Mike also gives additional information about each of the characters, connections, bounty hunters, species and more! Mike now has a Patreon for his other show, Genuine Chit-Chat, where there's an exclusive new show “Afterthoughts”, unsplit full-length episodes of GCC, additional photos (including early access to photos of comics for this very show) and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat Mike was on the Batman retrospective on 20th Century Geek, parts 1 & 2 are out where they discuss Batman '66, the four Burtonverse Batman movies and Mask Of The Phantasm, part 3 will be out soon, check it out part 1 here: https://spoti.fi/3sTeN2m The two below episodes, where Mike guested are found here on the feed of Comics In Motion! Ep 19 of Mandatory Marvel & DC; with Max Byrne to talk about the New 52 Batman story Death Of The Family: https://spoti.fi/3isIWka Indie Comics Spotlight, where he & Tony spoke about Mark Russell's run of The Lone Ranger comics: https://spoti.fi/3oJsQ7Y Comics in Motion is proud to partner with Lenovations Press! Check out their high quality independent comics here. Get some great deals at Humble Bundle and support Comics In Motion: https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=comicsinmotion Comics In Motion also has an offer for our listeners - http://tkopresents.com/discount/MOTION20, use the promo code MOTION20 at checkout, for a 20% discount! For more info about Mike's other show; it's called Genuine Chit-Chat where he speaks with a different guest each week about a wide array of topics where no subject is off limits – found in the same podcast player you're listening to this show, on it's own feed so check it out! Find Mike @GenuineChitChat on Twitter, @Genuine_ChitChat on Instagram and /GenuineChitChat on Facebook! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/comics-in-motion-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/comics-in-motion-podcast/support

Comics In Motion Podcast
Star Wars: Comics In Canon - Ep 43: Boba's Hunt, Tarkin's Scars, Jabba's Deal & Vader Disobeys (Age Of Rebellion Villains)

Comics In Motion Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 61:36


This week features the 5 villains stories in the Age Of Rebellion one-shot comic series (from original trilogy); Grand Moff Tarkin in “Tooth & Claw”, Boba Fett in “Hunter's Heart”, Jabba The Hutt in “Great To Be Jabba”, Darth Vader in “To The Letter” and IG-88 in “The Long Game”, Mike also gives additional information about each of the characters, connections, bounty hunters, species and more! The 4 main Age Of Republic comics were written by Greg Pak, with the IG-88 story (in the AoR special) written by Simon Spurrier. For Tarkin & Boba Fett, Marc Laming was the artist and Neeraj Menon was colourists, with Jordan Boyd also doing colouring for Tarkin. Jabba's 3 artists were Emilio Laiso, Roland Boschi & Marco Turini with the 3 colourists Andres Mossa, Rachelle Rosenberg & Neeraj Menon. For Vader, Rámon Bachs was the artist and Stéphane Paitreau was colourist, for IG-88 Casper Wijngaard was the artist and Lee Loughridge was colourist. Tarkin's comic and the AoR Special were released in April 2019, with Darth Vader being released June 2019 (with the other stories released in-between). The AoR Villains trade paperback was released in September 2019 while the AoR hardcover (with heroes & villains) was released June 2020. For the prequel-era Age Of Republic stories, check out episodes; 2 for Maul, 26 for Dooku, 31 for Obi-Wan & Qui-Gon, 35 for Jango Fett, Grievous & Asajj Ventress and 39 for the Padmé, Anakin, Mace Windu and Jar Jar & Rex stories. Mike will be tackling the Age Of Rebellion Heroes comics in four episodes time, so be sure to subscribe for that! In the last episode of SWCIC (episode 42), Mike tackled the 2nd (or 3rd) story-arc of the first run of Doctor Aphra comics, called The Enormous Profit, where Aphra tries to sell the reactivated crystal of the ancient jedi Rur to a group of wealthy bidders at a special auction and unsurprisingly, things don't go to plan, especially when Darth Vader shows up! The annual also gives more back story to the brutal wookiee bounty hunter; Black Krrsantan! Mike was on the Batman retrospective on 20th Century Geek, parts 1 & 2 are out where they discuss Batman '66, the four Burtonverse Batman movies and Mask Of The Phantasm, part 3 will be out soon, check it out part 1 here: https://spoti.fi/3sTeN2m The two below episodes, where Mike guested are found here on the feed of Comics In Motion! Ep 19 of Mandatory Marvel & DC; with Max Byrne to talk about the New 52 Batman story Death Of The Family: https://spoti.fi/3isIWka Indie Comics Spotlight, where he & Tony spoke about Mark Russell's run of The Lone Ranger comics: https://spoti.fi/3oJsQ7Y Comics in Motion is proud to partner with Lenovations Press! Check out their high quality independent comics here. Get some great deals at Humble Bundle and support Comics In Motion: https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=comicsinmotion Comics In Motion also has an offer for our listeners - http://tkopresents.com/discount/MOTION20, use the promo code MOTION20 at checkout, for a 20% discount! Mike is also the host of a podcast called Genuine Chit-Chat where he speaks with a different guest each week about a wide array of topics where no subject is off limits – found in the same place you're listening to this show, so check it out! Find Mike @GenuineChitChat on Twitter, @Genuine_ChitChat on Instagram and /GenuineChitChat on Facebook! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/comics-in-motion-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/comics-in-motion-podcast/support

Keep Your Cool: A Star Wars RPG Podcast
Episode 1: Pijal and Tarkin Bobbleheads

Keep Your Cool: A Star Wars RPG Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 15:43


In this episode, we visit the planet of Pijal which was featured in Claudia Gray's book, "Master and Apprentice." I talk about its geography, the traditions of its people, and possible reasons for players to visit the system... not to mention what could go wrong when they get there.Later, I tell the story of entrepreneurs Ko-Bee, Methuselah Honeysuckle, and Zoqu and how their bobblehead of Grand Moff Tarkin may just make them as rich as they want to be.As always, thank you for listening, and let me know what you think!---Keep Your Cool is a podcast about Star Wars RPGs. Find me on reddit at r/KYCPodcast, or on Instagram @KYCPod.Intro and outro music by Luis Humanoide: find the track used for this show and more on his YouTube channel.Show art by Silas Bazar: see more of his art here.

The new Force order Podcast
nFo Podcast (BONUS CONTENT) Special interview!  “Stacked” Stephen Stanton!

The new Force order Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 62:33


Voice actor extraordinaire Stephen Stanton joins the crew this week. Among his many accolades Stephen has done the voice for Obi Wan Kenobi and Grand Moff Tarkin for many animated Star Wars series. He's a true fan of the property and even a huge wrestling fan so he immediately fits right into the show. We go into an in-depth interview about his career and of course his love for Star Wars.   Follow Stephen at his social media links.  Twitter @Stephen_Stanton  Instagram @stephenstanton1 Facebook@ https://www.facebook.com/stephenstantonofficial  Check out our merch at www.newforceorder.com  On Twitter @nfo_podcast On Instagram @newforceorder New Force Order on Youtube

The B-Side: A Film Stage Podcast
Ep. 60 – Peter Cushing (feat. Gavin Mevius)

The B-Side: A Film Stage Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 117:23


Welcome to The B-Side from The Film Stage. Here we talk about movie stars! Not the movies that made them famous or kept them famous, but the ones that they made in between. Today we celebrate Halloween by discussing the B-Sides of Peter Cushing, one-third of The Unholy Trinity (including Christopher Lee and Vincent Price), star of many Hammer Films and Grand Moff Tarkin from Star Wars. To tackle a master such as Cushing, we bring in the inestimable Gavin Mevius, talented editor and co-host of the incredible The Mixed Reviews Podcast. We mention their Vincent Price episode from Halloween last year and their more recent episode of Jamie Lee Curtis. Give them a listen! For this episode, we discuss Violent Playground, Sword of Sherwood Forest, Cash on Demand, and The Masks of Death. Of course, the Universal Monsters movies come up, as do the Hammer Films that Cushing and Lee made legend. There's some discussion of how fun (and rare) it is to watch Cushing lose control, the movie-star editing battles that occurred during the making of 3,000 Miles to Graceland, and this line read by Leo DiCaprio from The Man in the Iron Mask. Be sure to give us a follow on Twitter and Facebook at @TFSBSide. Also enter our giveaways, get access to our private Slack channel, and support new episodes by becoming a Patreon contributor. We are also now on Spotify and Stitcher. Enjoy!

Star Wars Canon Podcast
SWCP Episode 22: Star Wars Films Through 2026/New Novels And Comics Announced

Star Wars Canon Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 56:23


Help support us on Patreon! Become a patron today to get exclusive access to bonus shows and content! www.patreon.com/starwarscanonpodcast News - Peter Mayhew dead at 74 - "Journey To The Rise Of Skywalker" book slate announced - Release dates for the next three Star Wars films unveiled - Short review of "Queen's Shadow" by E.K. Johnston Mailbag Questions 1.) Valerie Moore - Greetings exhalted one, allow me to introduce myself. I am Valerie Moore, long-time listener and fan of the Star Wars Canon Podcast. I'm sending you this question in hopes of maybe finally getting a real answer out of someone who knows what they're talking about when it comes to canon books. What is the biggest difference between the old EU books and the new canon books? I've never read any of the EU. Is there really a drop in quality or are people just too attached to what came before? Love to hear your thoughts. 2.) Ian Park - Hey Brian! Hope all is well with you and your's. Congrats on the youngling coming later this year! I gotta know, do you think we'll ever get that Obi-Wan movie now, or is it dead in the water? Thank you for all the effort you put into this channel and podcast. Can't be easy having a day job, a family, and doing all this. Hope your podcast soars brother! 3.) Josh Butler - Can we talk about this Grand Moff Tarkin comic? Holy shit! 4.) Brent Marshall - Brian! Hope to hear an answer from you on this. Just walked out of Avengers Endgasm (my new name for the film) and it got me thinking. If that epic battle is how they sum up 11 years of comic book movies, ep 9 is going to be insane considering they're wrapping up 40+ years of Star Wars movies. Do you think we'll get our minds blown again this December? Or do you think it'll fall flat after everyone has witnessed the Endgame? Love the podcast bro! 5.) Dave Warner - Now that we've seen footage from "Mandalorian" is it possible Jon Favreau's next Star Wars project could be a live-action film? I think it's inevitable since Rian Johnson is no longer on Star Wars and am so ready for this show. Thoughts? 6.) Nicholas Warner - I heard you say on your last episode that you think we'll get more canon material between 6 and 7 once 9 comes out. I don't disagree with your reasoning at all. As a matter of fact, I subscribe to that belief now. If this is the case, are we going to see Thrawn in 9 and if so how big of a role do you think he'll play in the film? Just found your podcast during celebration and subscribed. Keep up the great work. Original score composed by Brook Munro VISIT our website at: https://anchor.fm/starwarscanonpodcast LIKE us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/starwarscanonlibrary FOLLOW us on Spotify SUBSCRIBE to us on iTunes E-MAIL us at: starwarscanonlibrary@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/starwarscanonpodcast/support

Heisenbook 1.0 (No longer updated)
Tarkin (Star Wars Canon) (Unabridged)

Heisenbook 1.0 (No longer updated)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2018 567:22


A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…Best-selling Star Wars veteran James Luceno gives Grand Moff Tarkin the Star Wars: Darth Plagueis treatment, bringing a legendary character from A New Hopeto full, fascinating life.He's the scion of an honorable and revered family. A dedicated soldier and distinguished legislator. Loyal proponent of the Republic and trusted ally of the Jedi Order. Groomed by the ruthless politician and Sith Lord who would be Emperor, Governor Wilhuff Tarkin rises through the Imperial ranks, enforcing his authority ever more mercilessly….and zealously pursuing his destiny as the architect of absolute dominion.Rule through the fear of force rather than force itself, he advises his Emperor. Under Tarkin's guidance, an ultimate weapon of unparalleled destruction moves ever closer to becoming a terrifying reality. When the so-called Death Star is completed, Tarkin is confident that the galaxy's lingering pockets of Separatist rebellion will be brought to heel - by intimidation…or annihilation.Until then, however, insurgency remains a genuine threat. Escalating guerrilla attacks by resistance forces and newfound evidence of a growing Separatist conspiracy are an immediate danger the Empire must meet with swift and brutal action. And to bring down a band of elusive freedom fighters, the Emperor turns to his most formidable agents: Darth Vader, the fearsome new Sith enforcer as remorseless as he is mysterious; and Tarkin - whose tactical cunning and cold-blooded efficiency will pave the way for the Empire's supremacy…and its enemies' extinction.

Geeky Stoics
Ep #42: Princess of Alderaan

Geeky Stoics

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2017 76:47


In this episode, Tricia Barr (@fangirlcantina) of the Fangirls Going Rogue podcast and founder of Fangirlblog, along with contributor John Liang (@juanjohnjedi), joins Beltway Banthas for a spoiler-filled discussion of one of the most recently released novels: Claudia Gray's Leia: Princess of Alderaan, and what we learn about the politics of the Rebellion. The topics we discuss include Alderaan's role and the politics of the Rebellion; Breha and Bail; Mon Mothma, leader of the Rebel Alliance; Leia's links to her mother Padme Amidala; the Apprentice Legislature; and Leia's interactions with Grand Moff Tarkin. We also talk about the most recent behind the scene trailer for the The Last Jedi, the return of Star Wars: Rebels, and much more!  Get in touch with everyone on the show! Follow Tricia on Twitter @fangirlcantina  | Follow Fangirls Going Rogue on Twitter @FGGoingRogue Leave us a review on iTunes and tell us what you think of the show! Subscribe and connect with us on Twitter: @JuanJohnJedi |@Stephen_Kent89 | @SwaraSalih1  Get full access to Geeky Stoics at www.geekystoics.com/subscribe

Front Row
Steven Knight - writer of Taboo, CGI resurrections, the Bard's medical knowledge, Alice Oswald

Front Row

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2017 28:29


Peter Cushing died in 1994 yet curiously he reprises his famous role of Grand Moff Tarkin in the new recently-released Star Wars film Rogue One. A lawyer, an actor and a film critic consider Hollywood's increasing use of CGI in giving film actors a screen life well beyond the grave, from the early days of Peter Sellers in Trail of the Pink Panther and Oliver Reed in Gladiator. The hero of Taboo, the new Saturday night BBC1 block buster, is an arresting amalgam of Bill Sykes, Sherlock Holmes, Hannibal Lecter and Heathcliff! Screen writer Steven Knight describes how he worked with star Tom Hardy and his dad Chips to work their initial idea into a gripping eight part historical drama.Today scientists announced a breakthrough in the medical use of spider silk. But it's clear from A Midsummer Night's Dream that Shakespeare already knew about the healing properties of cobwebs. Historian of Medicine Anna Maerker looks at other examples of the Bard's surprising medical knowledge.Alice Oswald's latest collection of poems, Falling Awake, has won this year's Costa Poetry Award. With its classical themes and exploration of the natural world, she discusses why carving rather than writing might be a better verb for describing her approach to creating new work.Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Rebecca Armstrong.