Podcast appearances and mentions of Helen Slater

Mucho antes de las adaptaciones modernas, Supergirl (1984) llevó a la heroína de DC al cine con Helen Slater como protagonista.En este episodio analizamos esta curiosa película de los años 80, su relación con el universo de Superman de Christopher Reeve, sus virtudes, sus problemas y por qué hoy casi nadie la recuerda. Un viaje nostálgico a una producción que merece volver a discutirse.

In this episode we discuss Xolo Mariduena's return as Blue Beetle in "Man of Tomorrow", the one-year anniversary of James Gunn's "Superman", the newly revealed "Supergirl" home video cover art and bonus features, Helen Slater's tribute to Milly Alcock, Christopher Reeve's "Superman III" costume selling at auction, six Critics Choice Super Award nominations for "Superman", the latest episodes of "My Adventures With Superman", Jimmy Tatro's casting as Gorilla Grodd in the DC Crime spinoff, DC's full Superman-focused SDCC 2026 panel and signing lineup, the new "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" full-cast audiobook, your favorite Bizarro designs, and much more.

The original Supergirl debuted in DC Comics' Action Comics #252 in May 1959, the very first live-action adaptation, the feature film Supergirl, starring Helen Slater, was released in theaters in 1984 which saw Kara, superman's cousin from Krypton who goes to earth herself in order to recover the lost Omega Hedron which is a power source for the planet .............. so its been a while for a live-action take of the Madain of might you might say. Over the decades there have been various uses of Supergirl, most notably the CW take on the character when they were doing ALL those Arrowverse shows at the time, where Melissa Benoist starred as Kara Danvers (Kara Zor-El) in the hit superhero television series Supergirl, which aired on The CW from 2016 to 2021 Now HERE WE ARE coming off the heels of SUPERMAN 2025, and we have the second film from DC Studios, certainly and 'interesting' choice for your second film out of the gate (as some people thought), Nah I'm sorry gang THAT title still belongs to DC's next film CLAYFACE, gee a BATMAN villian solo film with (as far as WE know) NOT a BATMAN in sight, that sounds vaguely familiar .................. but hey we will get to THAT in October  SUPERMAN 2025 felt %100 percent like it was ripped right from the pages of the comic book, but it was EXACTLY a return to the core to what SUPERMAN is, and the point of SUPERMAN, and (most importantly), the reliability of SUPERMAN, which lets be HONEST has not really been struck on the BIG SCREEN since Christopher Reeve, looking back on it through the lens of our cinematic movie year 2026, history was written LOL LOL LOL LOL hahahahahaha the DC brand had begun its collective healing. Course WE would assume ALL is well then going from here On the latest episode of Injustice vs Elesworlds Podcasters of BOTH Worlds, your hosts David Senden and Kyle Wagner talk SUPERGIRL 2026, the GOOD, the BAD, the DISCOURSE of it ALL, and hey THAT got terribly TRAGICALLY overblown, regardless of what thoughts are on the film itself, or its OVERALL impact of the budding DC universe there if only ONE rule ....................... THERE WILL BE NO MILLY ALCOCK SLANDER !!!!!!!!!!!!! Movies. Movies are a beautiful Blink SNAP shot Moment in Time Assessment of where we are culturally, and its TRAGICALLY sad THAT Supergirl is a cautionary tale of that, THAT shouldn't be the case AT ALL A new Injustice vs Elesworlds Podcasters of BOTH Worlds starts RIGHT NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!  

James Gunn's new DC Universe continues with Supergirl (2026), but has the film been unfairly judged or does it genuinely fall short?Jon Evans and Alex Hansford sit down for a full spoiler review, discussing Milly Alcock's performance as Kara Zor-El, how closely the film follows Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, Jason Momoa's debut as Lobo, the strengths and weaknesses of the screenplay, studio reshoots, the visual design, and whether superhero films are beginning to lose their cultural dominance.Along the way they compare the film with the original Helen Slater classic, explore why the comic arguably tells the story better, debate whether the critics were too harsh, and ask what the disappointing box office performance could mean for the future of DC Studios.Spoiler warning: this episode discusses the entire film, including the ending.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and first impressions03:05 Has Supergirl been unfairly judged?11:20 Milly Alcock, Ruthie and the performances21:20 Jason Momoa's Lobo and the supporting cast30:40 Production design, cinematography and music39:50 Favourite moments, ending and final verdicts50:45 Are superhero films losing their appeal?Supergirl 2026 review, Supergirl spoiler review, James Gunn DC Universe, Milly Alcock Supergirl, Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow, Lobo Jason Momoa, DC Studios, Superman 2025, comic book movies, superhero podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our top news stories: Blue Beetle is officially joining the fight in "Man of Tomorrow", Jimmy Tatro may have landed the role of Gorilla Grodd in the upcoming DC Crime series, and DC just dropped its full Comic-Con International lineup, packed with panels, exclusives, and a 1950s Daily Planet newsstand. Superman news for the period July 8-14, 2026. Brought to you by SupermanHomepage.com. Hosted by Steve Younis. Visit our website: https://www.SupermanHomepage.com/ Visit our online store: https://www.SupermanHomepage.com/shop Featured Products and Links: Supergirl Movie Merchandise - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/supergirl-movie-merchandise/ Steve Younis' book "Man of Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow" - https://amzn.to/3Y0KOGc "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" Audiobook - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/supergirl-woman-of-tomorrow-audiobook-full-cast-narration/ DC Multiverse Wave 30 Brainiac Classic 7-Inch Scale Action Figure - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/dc-multiverse-wave-30-brainiac-classic-7-inch-scale-action-figure/ Supergirl Shorts - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/shopping-superman-shorts-3/ This week's Superman comic books - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/superman-comic-books-available-this-week-july-15-2026/ Latest Comic Book Reviews - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/comics/2026-comic-reviews/c-review-2026.php

Our top news stories: A screen-worn Christopher Reeve costume just smashed its estimate at auction, Helen Slater, the ORIGINAL Supergirl, has given Milly Alcock her stamp of approval, and "My Adventures With Superman" drops a promo for an episode titled "The Death of Superman". Superman news for the period May 20-26, 2026. Brought to you by SupermanHomepage.com. Hosted by Steve Younis. Visit our website: https://www.SupermanHomepage.com/ Visit our online store: https://www.SupermanHomepage.com/shop Featured Products and Links: "Supergirl" 2026 movie merchandise - https://amzlink.to/az0sHiYOTeCt7 Steve Younis' book "Man of Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow" - https://amzn.to/3Y0KOGc Tsume "Superman Unchained" Statue - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/tsume-unveils-superman-unchained-a-colossal-tribute-to-jim-lees-man-of-steel/ JND Studios DC Supergirl 1/3 Scale Hyperreal Statue Available to Pre-Order - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/jnd-studios-dc-supergirl-1-3-scale-hyperreal-statue-available-to-pre-order/ Superman Baby Rompers - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/superman-baby-rompers/ This week's Superman comic books - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/superman-comic-books-available-this-week-july-8-2026/ Latest Comic Book Reviews - https://www.supermanhomepage.com/comics/2026-comic-reviews/c-review-2026.php

In this episode we discuss the "Supergirl" studio bakeoff drama and behind-the-scenes tension, "Supergirl" topping Letterboxd's popularity chart despite soft box office numbers, Helen Slater praising Milly Alcock's performance, Jennifer Holland hyping James Gunn's "Man of Tomorrow," the "My Adventures With Superman" Season 3 "Death of Superman" promo trailer, new Superboy character poster, your favorite Lobo designs, and much more.

On the latest episode of the podcast, Doug is sure to mention that sex with your boss is okay but sex with your aunt is not, Jamie reveals that she is a huge Mercedes Ruehl fan, and we both hope that no recent college grads ever followed this movie's advise. Get the hell out of Kansas, hit on your coworker relentlessly, and join us as we reveal how little we know about corporate culture while discussing, The Secret of My Success!The Secret of My Success is a 1987 film directed by Herbert Ross and starring Michael J. Fox, Helen Slater, Richard Jordan, Margaret Whitton, John Pankow, Christopher Murney, Mercedes Ruehl & Fred Gwynne.Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookDoug's Schitt's Creek podcast, Schitt's & Giggles can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/schitts-and-giggles-a-schitts-creek-podcast/id1490637008

"You can. On girl!"With a new Supergirl movie in theaters, The Wives Colangelo are going back to her big-screen debut in SUPERGIRL (1984), starring Helen Slater and Faye Dunaway. Joining the show this week is comics expert and arguably the smartest voice on all things Supergirl, the incomparable Jenna Anderson! Don't let anyone convince you this movie is without merit, and get ready to believe a GIRL can fly!--------Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/thisendsatprom--------MONTHLY SPOTLIGHTAthlete Ally: https://www.athleteally.org--------Follow our Guest!@heyitsjennalynnGo Read Some Comics with Jenna: youtube.com/@goreadsomecomics& listen to Jenna on Phase Hero!--------Social Media Plugs@ThisEndsAtProm@BJColangelo@HarmonyColangelo----------Logo Design: Haley Doodles @HaleyDoodleDoTheme Song: The Sonder Bombs 'Title': https://thesonderbombs.bandcamp.com/

We review Supergirl (1984) on movie podcast The Collector's Cut. The original Supergirl is directed by Jeannot Szwarc and stars Faye Dunaway, Helen Slater, Hart Bochner, Peter Cook, Mia Farrow, Marc McClure, Brenda Vaccaro, Peter O'Toole patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: https://twitter.com/ScreamsMidnight all links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz Audio version: https://the-collectors-cut.pinecast.co/

With a new Supergirl in theaters, the revisionist history is coming, and so is the inevitable claim that the 1984 Helen Slater film was secretly great all along. Adam watched it the night after the new release to head that off. Let's look at why the original is a one-star mess of missing urgency and plot-convenience, how its passive, paragon-of-femininity Kara has no agency in her own story, and why the new film's jaded, active Kara is a vastly improved character by comparison. Plus: why the Star Wars prequel rehabilitation probably won't happen here.

Supergirl is revisited!Initial Thoughts @0:20Spoiler Review @2:31Rating @1:08:43Conclusion/Plugs @1:10:07Daniel discussing Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow on Back Issue Blood BathText Us Your ThoughtsHosts:Daniel Grant (Bluesky & Instagram)Ben Sit (Instagram)Show:@TDFSpoiled on Instagram, Threads, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe & Follow HERE

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! A pocos días de la llegada a los cines de la nueva Supergirl, es buen momento para recordar la película de 1984 con una novata Helen Slater dando vida a Kara Zor-El, la prima de Superman. Pese a un gran presupuesto y secundarios de lujo, la cosa no salió demasiado bien y se la pegó en taquilla. Hoy, la recordamos con simpatía y nostalgia. Presentan Carlos Cubo e Ismael Rubio. Edición Carlos Cubo. Síguenos, Comparte, Comenta y dale al LIKE, ¡¡Gracias!! ➡️ Únete gratis a nuestro grupo de Telegram https://t.me/tiemposdevideoclub ➡️ Síguenos en X (Twitter) https://x.com/TDVideoclub ➡️ Camisetas, Tazas y Merchandising https://latostadora.com/shop/TDV ➡️ Visita y comparte nuestro nuevo Videoclub de Pinterest https://es.pinterest.com/tiemposdevideoclub/videoclub ➡️ Visita nuestras RRSS https://allmylinks.com/tdvideoclub ➡️ Contáctanos en tiemposdevideoclub@hotmail.com ¿Quieres anunciarte en este podcast? Hazlo con advoices.com/podcast/ivoox/1476931Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Tiempos de Videoclub. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/1476931

To celebrate the release of DC Studios' latest film, we go back to 1984 and review the first attempt at bringing the superhero to the big screen.Supergirl is a 1984 superhero film directed by Jeannot Szwarc and written by David Odell, based on the DC Comics character. It is a spin-off from the Superman film series and is set after the events of Superman III (1983). The film stars Helen Slater as Supergirl, along with Faye Dunaway, Hart Bochner, Peter Cook, Mia Farrow, Brenda Vaccaro, and Peter O'Toole, with Marc McClure reprising his role as Jimmy Olsen from the Superman films.Kara of Argo City poses as Clark Kent's cousin, Linda Lee, to recover the Omegahedron from an evil Terran sorceress. Based on DC Comics charactersHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

With the Girl of Steel flying back into theaters next week, the MovieFilm boys revisit her first solo big-screen adventure, 1984's SUPERGIRL. Join us as we talk through the cult fave DC Comics spin-off starring Helen Slater, Faye Dunaway and Peter O'Toole, its connections to the Christopher Reeve SUPERMAN series, behind-the-scenes challenges, and the state of comic book movies in the 1980s. Listen separately or watch along for a nostalgic look back at one of the most fascinating entries in the cinematic Super-saga!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

This week, we review Supergirl (1984), Jeannot Szwarc's fantasy-tinged superhero spin-off from the Superman saga. Helen Slater stars as Kara Zor-El, Superman's cousin from Krypton, who journeys to Earth in search of a powerful lost artifact—and ends up battling an ambitious witch, played by Faye Dunaway, in a clash of cosmic and campy proportions. With a mix of magical showdowns, high school hijinks, and earnest alien fish-out-of-water charm, this film expands the DC Universe in unexpected and often bizarre directions.Is saving the world a family affair or just super awkward? Listen on to find out!Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Send us Fan MailIts it a bird....yes and she's lovely....Helen Slater is Supergirl and a fine figure she cuts too....ALF JOINT as stunt coordinator as he was back in 1978 with Superman.A fun film, sadly lambasted by the critics....and a Jerry Goldsmith score to die for....enjoySupport the showIf you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following linkhttps://linktr.ee/behindthestunts

It's 1985 and Matthew Robbins has taken a break from dragons to direct this teen rebellion movie with Helen Slater, Christian Slater and Helen Slater's pixie cut. This being the 1980s, a chase scene in a shopping mall with Billy Idol on the soundtrack is mandatory.

Conspiracy theories...Matt has a breakdown...Doug is mean...Helen Slater...Doug has another stroke...The Wiggles...The internet is dumb...Bette Midler takes it on the (not so kind) chin...Doug makes predictions and they're all wrong...More movies you've never heard of...

Host Anthony Desiato presents a special Superman Day bonus episode! Anthony and guest Ed Gross (Superman: The Definitive History) survey Supergirl's adaptations across film, television, and animation — including the 1984 Helen Slater film, SMALLVILLE, the CBS/CW series starring Melissa Benoist, and more.They also dig into the original SUPERMAN III treatment by Ilya Salkind, which reimagined Superman & Supergirl as lovers and Brainiac as Supergirl's adoptive father-turned-suitor.MORE talk about Supergirl on STAS, SMALLVILLE, and the CBS/CW series is coming later in this event!Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics supplies. Get your DFK merch at the podcast's TeePublic storefront!FACEBOOK GROUP: Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan GroupFACEBOOK PAGE: @diggingforkryptonitepodINSTAGRAM: @diggingforkryptonitepodTWITTER: @diggingforkrpodBLUESKY: @diggingforkrpod.bsky.socialEMAIL: flatsquirrelproductions@gmail.comWEBSITE: FlatSquirrelProductions.com Digging for Kryptonite is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music by Dan Pritchard. Key art by Isaiah Simmons.

Actor/Director Helen Hunt & Actor singer/songwriter psych/mythology PHD phd Helen Slater discuss a deep friendship and love, growing up in art, the beginning of their friendship on a trip to russia, Winnie The Pooh,, growing beyond your first dream, parenting, parenting artists, Helen H. introducing Helen S. to her husband, improv, acting styles, baseball, French Fries, & clown school.Bio: Helen Hunt has enjoyed a distinguished career not only as an award-winning actor, but as an accomplished writer, director, and producer. As an actress, her extensive and diverse body of work includes roles in film, theater, and television.      Hunt enjoyed a residency at The Old Vic Theatre in EUREKA DAY, a story about parents on the Executive Committee of a progressive private school in Berkeley, California. While taking pride in their ability to accept everyone, a public health scare erupts, testing their tolerance and revealing their true colors. Written by Jonathan Spector and directed by Katy Rudd. It was the European premiere of a multi award-winning story. Hunt performed alongside Kirsten Foster, Mark McKinney, Ben Schnetzer and Susan Kelechi Watson. In television, Hunt can most recently be seen as Winnie Landell in HACKS, created by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky. She can also be seen as Rainey in Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal's BLINDSPOTTING, a show based on the film with the same title. In 2022 it was nominated for a Film Independent Spirit Award for Best New Scripted Series. The second season was released in April 2023. Hunt returned to the stage this February in Susan V. Booth's major revival of Pinter's famed masterwork BETRAYAL at Chicago's Goodman Theatre. The Oscar, Emmy, and Golden Globe Award winner currently stars in the play alongside Tony nominee and Outer Critics Circle Award winner Ian Barford, respectively playing Emma and Robert. In 2019, Hunt revived her role as Jamie Buchman for another season of the hit show MAD ABOUT YOU opposite Paul Reiser. The show returned as a limited series on Spectrum Originals with all episodes available on demand.    In 2012 Hunt's performance in THE SESSIONS earned her an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female and notations in the same category by the Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, SAG Awards, Broadcast Film Critics' Awards and the BAFTA Awards.  The film premiered in competition at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival and took home the Audience Award as well as the jury prize for Best Ensemble.  Other film credits include: Netflix's Comedy CANDY JAR, RIDE (which Hunt also co-wrote, produced, and directed), DECODING ANNIE PARKER, SOUL SURFER, EVERY DAY, BOBBY, THEN SHE FOUND ME (which Hunt again also co-wrote, produced, and directed), AS GOOD AS IT GETS, WHAT WOMEN WANT, CASTAWAY, A GOOD WOMAN, Woody Allen's THE CURSE OF THE JADE SCORPION, Robert Altman's DR. T AND THE WOMEN, PAY IT FORWARD, and TWISTER. Hunt can last be seen in HOW IT ENDS, Michael Cristopher's THE NIGHT CLERK and Adam Randall's thriller I SEE YOU. Early career film credits are: THE WATERDANCE, KISS OF DEATH, MR. SATURDAY NIGHT, PEGGY SUE GOT MARRIED, NEXT OF KIN, GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN, PROJECT X. and MILES FROM HOME.     Additional television credits include “MAD ABOUT YOU” and the critically acclaimed HBO Miniseries EMPIRE FALLS. For her role as Jamie Buchman in MAD ABOUT YOU, Hunt garnered four Emmy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards (three as lead actress and one as Producer for Best Comedy), and a Screen Actors Guild Award.  She was also named “Best Actress” for her role in the film AS GOOD AS IT GETS for which Hunt won a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and an Oscar.     Helen Slater is an American actress and singer-songwriter. In 1982 she was cast in the title role of the film Supergirl (1984) opposite Peter O'Toole and Faye Dunaway. Other credits include The Legend of Billie Jean (1985), Ruthless People (1986), The Secret of My Success (1987), City Slickers (1991), Sticky Fingers (1988), Lassie (1994), No Way Back (1995), The Steal (1995), Seeing Other People (2004) and most recently, Confetti (2021). Slater starred in the Fox original movie 12:01 (1993), Hallmark Hall of Fame's Best Friends for Life (1998), Toothless (1997) and Lifetime's The Good Mother (2013). She was also a part of the all-star ensemble cast of Showtimes guided improvisational films Chantilly Lace (1993), Parallel Lives (1994) and most recently completed filming the sequel Chantilly Bridge (2021). In series television, Helen starred in ABC's The Lying Game (2011-2013), Gigantic (2010-2011) and the CW series Supergirl (2015-2022). As a guest star, she has appeared on such series as Seinfeld, Caroline in the City, HBO's Dream On, CBS' Michael Hayes, Will and Grace, Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice, Supernatural, Smallville and the series finale episode of Madmen. Slater appeared in the off-Broadway plays Almost Romance (1987), Responsible Parties (1988), and starred in the Pasadena Playhouse's world premiere production of The Big Day (1990). She is a co-founder of the theatre group The Naked Angels and one of the founding members of the Los Angeles improvisational group, The Bubalaires, and SHPLOTZ!   She is also a member of Turbine Arts Collective  (https://www.turbine-arts.org/), a non-profit arts organization dedicated to the exploration of creativity.

2025 is the YEAR OF CAROL KANE! From Star Trek to It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia to a documentary about her relationship with her mother (CAROL &JOY, coming soon!), to appearing in the latest Darren Aronofsky movie, it's a busy time in the world of PRAISING KANE and we're loving it. We break down all the latest news on this episode, followed by a look at the strange Caitlin Adams-directed crime-comedy STICKY FINGERS starring Helen Slater and Melanie Mayron as two down-on-their-luck street musicians who are saddled with a bag containing almost a million dollars! With supporting turns from Christopher Guest, Eileen Brennan, Stephen McHattie and - of course - CAROL KANE! Enjoy! The post Episode 293 – Praising Kane – Sticky Fingers (1988) first appeared on Cinema Smorgasbord.

We add a fresh kryptonite to the mix as we get into season 7 episode 8 BLUE. Lara returns to gift Clark a relic from his father but it may not give our hero what he needs when Zor-El comes back to enact revenge. And shocking reveal adds a new Luthor to the chat. Join us this week as we discuss the gravitational aura of Helen Slater, Tom's love of alleys, and decide on some powers we'd like to see from new kryptonite colors. Thank you to our sponsors:

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan shave their heads and go on the lam after revisiting the 1985 “one-for-us” hall-of-famer ‘The Legend of Billie Jean,' starring Helen Slater, Christian Slater, and Keith Gordon. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Ronak Nai, and Chia Hao Tat This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We revisit the past as Smallville uhh, also revisits the past. While searching for her lost crystal, Kara is kidnapped by the government and forced to relive a repressed memory about her father, Zor-El, and her aunt, Lara-El. Join us as we talk (and sometimes rap) through Helen Slater's Smallville debut, Kim Coates' Smallville exit and intergalactic love triangles in season 7 episode 6 LARA. Thank you to our sponsors:

“Fair is fair! We didn't start this, we didn't mean it to happen, but we're not giving up until you pay. FAIR IS FAIR!” We watched “The Legend of Billie Jean” with Jesse Krempel, the wonderful host of “Cult Cinema Circle,” and we need to make an appointment with our hairstylist. This often overlooked gem from the 1980s chronicles outlaw teens on the run from the cops, their parents, and a sleazy businessman while going “viral” in a pre-social media world. Billie Jean, played by a drop-dead gorgeous Helen Slater, and her brother Binx (teeny-teen Christian Slater - no relation) run afoul of some local dirtbags who then steal and trash Binx's prize Honda Elite scooter. The stakes are actually sort of low - but it's the principle of the matter which makes Billie Jean and company local folk heroes. In a key moment, Billie Jean chops off her hair after being inspired by Joan of Arc; she is giving us some Vidal Sassoon, Sally Hershberger realness that would make Miss Tyra Banks herself proud. The kids in this movie are so ‘80s it would make the costumers on “Stranger Things” heads spin, and the soundtrack features the absolute BANGER “Invincible” by the legendary Pat Benatar. Stay tuned for the latest Weekly Rewind at the end of the episode! Thank you for listening, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts! www.patreon.com/moviesthatmadeusgay Facebook/Instagram: @moviesthatmadeusgay Bluesky: @MTMUGPod.bsky.social Scott Youngbauer: Twitter @oscarscott / Instagram @scottyoungballer Peter Lozano: Twitter/Instagram @peterlasagna  

Earth's Mightiest Critics may fight a lot, but at least we fight fair--thanks in part to the punky, earnest admonitions of 1985's The Legend of Billie Jean!Helen Slater stars as the titular teen outlaw who goes on the lam with her younger brother and a couple of close friends, following a violent run-in with a skeevy local businessman. The story gains national attention, and Billie Jean becomes a symbol for rebellion and extra-judicial justice.Four decades on, can The Legend of Billie Jean still inspire faith in youthful activism in the face of corrupted authority? Or is it yet another dated cringe-fest propped up by iconic imagery and a Top 40 single?Join us for a spoilerific retrospective of this 80s cable staple and see if it remains...invincible!We also take your questions, comments, and SuperChats!Support Kicking the Seat on Patreon, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us at:XLetterboxdInstagramFacebookBlueSkyShow LinksWatch the Legend of Billie Jean (1985) trailer.Support all of Earth's Mightiest Critics at their various outlets:Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists.Get seated with The Blonde in Front!Follow David Fowlie's film criticism at Keeping It Reel.Get educated with Don Shanahan at Every Movie Has a Lesson…...And Film Obsessive...and the Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast.Keep up with Annie Banks at The Mary Sue....and We Got This Covered.Make Nice with Mike Crowley of You'll Probably Agree.And save your celluloid soul with Dave Canfield's Substack, "Creature Feature Preacher".

Adventure runs in the family. On this week's episode of Hot Dave's Summer Film Fest Vol V: The Future is Super Female!, Helen Slater battles evil witches and horny truckers as she seeks the power source that will bring life back to her space hippie commune…IT'S SUPERGIRL!! I'm your host, Dave, and joining me as we chow down on some Popeye's chicken are fellow cinephiles and Argo City space hippies Mike, Jackie, and Ryan. Topics of discussion in this episode include the ever expanding range of Kryptonian super powers, which somehow include the ability to create schoolgirl outfits out of thin air; we wonder how much the Salkind's had to pay Peter O'Toole to embarrass himself in this tripe; and finally…we need to talk about Jimmy Olsen, because this thirty something creeper is getting way too fresh with Lois Lane's kid sister. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also Like Us on Facebook, or shoot us an email at apocalypsevideopod@gmail.com That'll do it for this week's episode, true believers. We'll be back next week as we travel to the post apocalyptic future of Tank Girl!

They were three small time girls, with big time dreams. Now, fate is giving the Pussycats the chance of a lifetime. On this week's episode of Hot Dave's Summer Film Fest Vol. V: The Future is Super Female!, a group of aspiring rock stars from Riverdale must foil the evil plans of Alan Cumming and Parker Posey as they use the power of subliminal advertising to sell a bunch of garbage to the youth of America. It's…Josie and the Pussycats. I'm your host, Dave, and joining me as we prepare to drop our totally awesome new album are fellow cinephiles and Josie fanboys, Mike and Ryan. Topics of discussion in this episode include the bizarre legacy of Riverdale and its many inhabitants; we question whether or not critics in the year 2001 knew what satire was; and finally, we pour one out for the music industry of yore as we talk about the death of the music video generation. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also Like Us on Facebook, or shoot us an email at apocalypsevideopod@gmail.com That'll do it for this week's episode, true believers. We'll be back next time as Helen Slater emerges from a pond in full costume to battle a magical Faye Dunaway in Supergirl.

Cautiously excited to see Superman (2025), we decided to check out part of the extended Supes cinematic universe with a film built around his cousin, Kara Zor-El, a.k.a. Supergirl. Not the worst superhero movie we've seen, but maybe one of the creepiest, what with all the adults making out with high school girls. Starring Faye Dunaway, Helen Slater, Peter O'Toole, Brenda Vaccaro and Peter Cook. Written by David Odell. Directed by Jeannot Szwarc.

Hosts Josh and Jamie and special returning guest Andrew Jupin (of We Hate Movies) discuss the old-fashioned earnest appeal of the Man of Steel (and his cousin) with a double feature of Richard Donner's sincere, grandiose and expensive New Hollywood adaptation of the character SUPERMAN (1978) starring Christopher Reeve in the title role and Jeannot Szwarc's cheaper, campier attempt at a feminist spin-off SUPERGIRL (1984) starring Helen Slater. Next week's episode is a patron-exclusive bonus episode on STRAW DOGS (1971) + DELIVERANCE (1972), you can get access to that episode (and all past + future bonus episodes) by subscribing to our $5 tier on Patreon: www.patreon.com/sleazoidspodcast Intro // 00:00-09:54 SUPERMAN // 09:54-1:38:04 SUPERGIRL // 1:38:04-3:00:53 Outro // 3:00:53-3:05:52 MERCH: www.teepublic.com/stores/sleazoids?ref_id=17667 WEBSITE: www.sleazoidspodcast.com/ Pod Twitter: twitter.com/sleazoidspod Pod Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/SLEAZOIDS/ Josh's Twitter: twitter.com/thejoshl Josh's Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/thejoshl Jamie's Twitter: twitter.com/jamiemilleracas Jamie's Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/jamiemiller

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we explore some of cinema's biggest box office failures and decide whether they deserve a second chance. We are celebrating five years of discussing cinematic flops! This week, Troy and Brad rocket back into the Superman universe—only this time, it's his super-powered cousin stepping into the spotlight. That's right, we're soaring into 1984's Supergirl!Armed with an all-star cast and the legacy of Krypton's favorite son, Supergirl set out to capture the magic of Superman... and crash-landed in the Phantom Zone of bad ideas. Incoherent plot? Faye Dunaway as a power-hungry sorceress? Weird romantic subplots no one asked for? Faster than a flying Omegahedron and stranger than a witch in an amusement park—this movie has it all.Tune in as the guys uncover if Supergirl is a misunderstood gem or a cinematic kryptonite bombshell. Either way, the truth will shock you!Supergirl is directed Jeannot Szwarc and stars by Faye Dunaway, Helen Slater, Hart Bochner, Peter Cook, Mia Farrow, Marc McClure, Maureen Teefy, Brenda Vaccaro, Simon Ward, and Peter O'TooleNot A Bomb has plenty of news designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.Cast: Brad, Troy

This week on the Exciting & New podcast, Jason, Andy and Dana welcome Connor back on the podcast to discuss the 1985 teen drama The Legend of Billie Jean.  That's right, Dana finally gets her wish to do a movie she actually knows and likes.  Helen Slater and Christian Slater (surprisingly no relation) play siblings on the run because FAIR IS FAIR!!  Lisa Simpson tags along and drops an F Bomb, which is worth the price of admission alone.  Billie Jean becomes a cult hero to the youth of Texas as they flee across the state avoiding the police and parents, that are WAY too involved with the police's official business.  This was a fun one to discuss.  Enjoy the podcast.

The time has come—we're taking a detour from Smallville to revisit the one, the only… Supergirl: The Movie (1984). This wild ride starring Helen Slater has everything: invisible monsters, Omegahedrons, and Faye Dunaway doing the most. Is it a forgotten classic? Or is it… really, really bad? Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt dive into the camp, chaos, and cape drama of this infamous Superman spin-off, and find out how it holds up (or doesn't) in the legacy of Krypton's finest. Plus: We're sharing some behind-the-scenes facts, connections to Smallville, and where this movie ranks among the DC deep cuts.GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE

Unlimited Justice Ep #76: Supergirl The Movie Welcome back to Unlimited Justice!  For this episode, Phil and Lilith review the 1984 movie Supergirl starring Helen Slater. PLUS: discussion of new comic books this week.   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!     Unlimited Justice's Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capesnetwork.bsky.social → Twitter https://twitter.com/JLAJSAPOD → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/clsidekicks → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JLAJSAPOD → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics     ==================  

The winner of our recent Listener Choice Lottery was our friend Monique (of Monique's Movie Madness, @moniques_movie_madness on TikTok). Her movie? The Legend of Billie Jean (1985). Not only had neither of us ever seen this movie, we'd barely even heard of it. But boy is it a hidden gem. Pure sleazy '80s goodness.   Helen Slater plays our hero: Billie Jean, a 17-year-old resident of Corpus Christi, Texas. The year is 1985, and she's going up against the many injustices life throws at her, with the help of her spunky younger brother Binx (Christian Slater), the live-action Lisa Simpson (Yeardley Smith), and a hunky movie nerd named Lloyd (Keith Gordon). Spoiler alert: She wins. But the real winner is YOU, the viewing public.   Bonus video: We each name an actor we just can't stand. Who can't you stand?? Watch it on our Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram, or TikTok.   Next week:  Feb. 12 - The Truman Show exclusively on Patreon!  Feb. 14 - Twilight with special guests, Rose and Courtney from the Fiction Fixation podcast!   Subscribe to our Patreon, Load Bearing Beams: Collector's Edition for $5 a month to get two extra episodes! patreon.com/loadbearingbeams    Time stamps: 00:03:05 — Monique's history with The Legend of Billie Jean 00:13:00 — History segment: A brief history of The Legend of Billie Jean via original screenwriter Walter Bernstein, director Matthew Robbins, and star Helen Slater 00:20:16 — In-depth movie discussion 01:26:22 — Final thoughts and star ratings   Artwork by Laci Roth.   Music by Rural Route Nine. Listen to their album The Joy of Averages on Spotify (https://bit.ly/48WBtUa), Apple Music (https://bit.ly/3Q6kOVC), or YouTube (https://bit.ly/3MbU6tC).   Songs by Rural Route Nine in this episode: “Winston-Salem” - https://youtu.be/-acMutUf8IM “Snake Drama” - https://youtu.be/xrzz8_2Mqkg “The Bible Towers of Bluebonnet” - https://youtu.be/k7wlxTGGEIQ   Follow the show! Twitter: @LoadBearingPod | @MattStokes9 | @LRothConcepts Instagram: @loadbearingbeams TikTok: @load.bearing.beams | @mattstokes9 Letterboxd: @loadbearinglaci | @mattstokes9 Bluesky: @loadbearingbeams.bsky.social  

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Fair is fair! We try and start a revolution this week, as we watch Helen Slater raise hell over $600 in The Legend of Billie Jean. Join us as we discuss Pat Benatar, try to figure out why Helen Slater wasn't a bigger star, and decide on an ending befitting Joan of Arc. Find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads @TCTAMPod and on TikTok @theycalledthisamovie.Our theme music was written and performed by Dave Katusa. He can be found on Instagram @dkat_productions.

Ilya Salkind is one of the movie's executive producers that started the superhero genre. Superman: The Movie in 1978 taught audiences that you can believe a man can fly. Salkind's father Alexander acquired the rights to make the movie, and its sequels, Superman II and Superman III. He also exec-produced 1984's Supergirl starring Helen Slater. In this episode, Salkind gives an in-depth conversation about making those movies. He discussed casting Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, and the legendary Marlon Brando. He also revealed that there was a draft of a never-made Superman V. Entitled Superman Reborn, this script was performed recently as a stage reading, the audio of which will be featured in next week's podcast episode. Salkind explains how the idea of doing the reading came to be, and how he uncovered the draft of Superman Reborn. Proceeds from the reading went to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. See the stage reading here: https://youtu.be/urF2GcPhUFA?si=y-ALRvWhpt77Q-Rz

It is never too late to learn and try new things! Our amazing guest this week, Helen Slater is a perfect example.  Known for her acting career in Supergirl, The Legend of Billie Jean and Ruthless People, Helen has boundless creative spirit.  She is a concert pianist with 6 albums and just last year, she was awarded her PhD in Mythological Studies.  We talk about it all on this week's episode. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com Helen Slater website: www.helenslater.com FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotflashesandcooltopics/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ssWfO0qeZYEIs6TzrKBHQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657557054765087   Want to Leave a Review for Hot Flashes and Cool Topics? Here's How: For Apple Podcasts on an iPhone or iOS device: Open the Apple Podcast App on your device. Click on the “search” icon Type into the search bar “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” and click on the show Towards the bottom, look for “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “Write a Review” and leave us your thoughts and comments! For Apple Podcasts on a computer: On the Apple Podcasts website, go to the search bar and type “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” After clicking on the show, find the “Listen on Apple Podcasts” button and click on it The “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” podcast should open on the Apple Podcasts application Keep scrolling on the page until you see “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “See All” If you want to give us a five-star rating, hover over the empty stars! If you want to leave your thoughts and comments, click on “Write a Review”!

Nick and the mono moto James Powell celebrate 40 years of Helen Slater's Supergirl! Also teenage ejaculate and super hero vs villain trauma! Enjoy!Remember to email us at comicconspodcast@gmail.comFollow us @comicconscast (X) or @comicconspodcast (instagram)

Join us today on A La Carte as Keithie for part 2 of LA Chris' journey to the movies as we talk all things Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor and the amazing Helen Slater with Superman 3, Superman IV & Supergirl.  LA Chris & Keithie give you some facts about these movies, talk the cast and their previous and future contributions to the arts and other nonsense along the way. Oh and we find out who would win in a fight; Clark Kent or the Man of Steel.

Some legends need to be told, which is why we're putting the spotlight on this 1985 cult classic, The Legend of Billie Jean, starring Helen Slater and Christian Slater. In this episode, we discuss some of the main themes of this film, whether that's overprotective parents, mistreatment of women, or the young rising up and […] The post The Legend of Billie Jean appeared first on Cult Film in Review.

August 1-7, 2004 This week Ken welcomes Maine's own Ricky from the Old Sorts of Words YouTube Channel. Ken and Ricky discuss hey girl hey, Judge Dredd, Millie the Model, how impressed Ken is by Patsy Walker, Tank Girl, UK Comics, pre MCU Comic Book Movies, Addams Family, the Addams Family movies, Krypto, being terrified of wrestling promos, Edward Gorey, going by nicknames of our given name, Charles vs Chaz, comics trying to appeal to people who didn't read comics, Cousin It, Spider-Woman, copyright wars, Helen Slater as Supergirl, horny George Jetson and how big he is a fan of Seven of Nine, Con photos, Coneheads, It's Pat, 90s movie soundtracks, RHCP, Gomez, The Michael Jordan of Gameshows, Press Your Luck, Michael Jordan of Michael Jordans, Anna Nicole Smith, how sad it is when the entertainment industry destroys somebody, Highlander, X-Files, The Invaders, The Prisoner, Ultraman, the horrors of anime, Bubblegum Crisis, Vampire Hunter D, Legend of the Overfiend, Star Trek the Next Generation, what you'd cosplay as at a comic con, leather jump suits, Deep Space Nine, Comic Cons After Dark, Munsters sculptures, Halloweentown, Stallone, Demolition Man, Cliffhanger, Batman the Animated Series, why Kevin Conroy is the best Batman, Ben Affleck, Adventure Comics, loving dogs, Superman, Superman the Animated Series, the last digest issue of TV Guide, Maury, Corn Pops, Lucky Charms, spending a lot of time on the toilet, Reese's Puffs, lose and blue, Fresh Prince, Law and Order, surf culture, Step Into the Liquid, Endless Summer, Falling Down, the death of Raoul Julia, having never seen a single minute of a Fast and the Furious film, Vin Diesel's resurrection, The Simpsons, the "I Love The..." shows, ultimate top 20 Party Blondes, "After Dark", cigarettes in NH, Big Joe's Smokeshop by mail, Lord of Rings Too, all the Wayneses, Tiger Cruise, Man in the Mirror, confusing Michael Jackson for The Crow, how the Saudis own The Apprentice, gross Billy Bush, gross Fox News personalities, bloviating, Spy vs Spy and Cheering Mountain Dew. 

"Fair is fair!" Billie Jean Davy: Buzzcut rebel. Voice of a generation. Cute girl. Helen Slater led a young cast through a cross-Texas odyssey in 1985's The Legend of Billie Jean. Yes, the brazenly named flick didn't quite live up to its title upon release, but went on to cut out a name for itself on cable and VHS. But now, decades later, is $608 even worth the road trip in this economy? Is Billie Jean a reluctant hero or just a clumsy fugitive? And, are we sure Christian Slater isn't related to Helen? The Old Roommates bust out their half-baked southern accents,and give it a rewatch through their middle-aged lens. Listen to this.Old Roommates can be reached via email at oldroommatespod@gmail.com. Follow Old Roommates on Instagram and YouTube @OldRoommates for bonus content and please give us a rating or review!#HelenSlater #ChristianSlater #YeardleySmith

"The Legend of Billie Jean" had a little something for each Shat The Movies host. Gene got his Honda Elite scooter. Ash got her Christian Slater. And Big D got Helen Slater with no bra. But that's not why listener BreAnn M. commissioned this 1985 coming-of-age film. For her, "The Legend of Billie Jean" was an inspiration, a gateway to feminism and a radical view of what kids could do. In this episode, the Shat Crew debates whether all Gulf Coast states are the same, whether men are as bad as the movie makes them out to be and whether teens are a powerful force or apathetic losers. Gene offers some tips on how to make a powerful video for the media. Ash rails against the "these darn kids" messaging of '80s films. And Big D describes what would really happen to Billie Jean and her gang in the real world.  Other topics range from the accuracy of police snipers to the plausibility of life in Vermont. And, of course, everyone loves Pat Benatar.  Android: https://shatpod.com/android Apple: https://shatpod.com/apple All: https://shatpod.com/subscribe CONTACT Email: hosts@shatpod.com Website: https://shatpod.com/movies Leave a Voicemail: Web: https://shatpod.com/voicemail Leave a Voicemail: Call: (914) 719-7428 SUPPORT THE PODCAST Donate or Commission: https://shatpod.com/support Shop Merchandise: https://shatpod.com/shop Theme Song - Die Hard by Guyz Nite: https://www.facebook.com/guyznite

I'm joined by Nashville's leading film critic, curator and connoisseur Jason Shawhan to discuss THE LEGEND OF BILLIE JEAN. An overtly feminist, covertly queer cult classic from 1985 that deftly explores America's rampant classist bias, unbridled misogyny, protest movements dissolving into marketing opportunities, modern technology's role in amplifying voices of the devalued underclass, the benefits and dangers of our fame-obsessed world and so much more - all wrapped in a a shiny, gorgeously photographed container. Generally dismissed by critics and audiences alike upon initial release, THE LEGEND OF BILLIE JEAN is a true cult classic, beloved by everyone who resonated with another gem of a film discovered by most viewers via home video and cable. Fabulous performances from Helen Slater, Peter Coyote, Keith Gordon, Dean Stockwell and Yeardly Smith (AKA the voice of Bart Simpson and a brilliant score (Pat Benetar's iconic "Invincible" was written expressly for BILLE JEAN and produced by our friend Mike Chapman), this movie's comment on America is as relevant today was it was upon original release .For more Jason Shawhan: https://x.com/jshawhan?s=21&t=2TXy7cSLOHZN-Ef4khov0A http://rebirthoftheflesh.blogspot.com/ Jason & Sam Inglis host FEARLESS PRETENDER- The Only Podcast That Provides Extensive Analysis of Every-Single Film & Television Show Featuring Jennifer Jason-Leigh. https://open.spotify.com/show/17u9DSmsiByQ56LijyERoo Here my guest spot on the episode devoted to the bizarro Rodney Dangerfield classic EASY MONEY https://open.spotify.com/episode/5WVJsIaVmRSx4HfxjtZvm1?si=IRopJVbdQYWytOJ4tWXIGg Participate in future Movie Clubs, support this show and make your life complete by heading to ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends⁠⁠⁠ and signing up now! Ad-free & early versions of these episodes plusbonus episodes, participation in Movie Club tapings via questions and comments submissions and MORE!

Helen Slater (Supergirl, The Legend of Billie Jean) joins us this week to talk about her experience being thrust into the iconic role of Supergirl at 18 years old and the many different pressures and difficulties that came along with it. Helen was so open this week - she gets candid about her desire to act and the deep fulfillment that she receives in studying mythology. We also talk about her deep bond with Helen Hunt, the hurdle she had to cross to get her parents' acceptance for acting, and memories of iconic scenes while appearing in Smallville. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

We are fast approaching the second movie adaptation of Supergirl with Sasha Calle appearing in The Flash 2023. But before Sasha Calle and even Laura Vandervoort from Smallville and Melissa Benoist in the Arrowverse there was the 1984 movie. Set in the Christopher Reeve Superman universe it sees Helen Slater take on the role in a truely bizarre adventure which is entirely divorced from reality and logic. Is it good? No. Is it weird? Yeah it's real weird. Thanks for listening to our Caravan Of Garbage review!SUBSCRIBE HERE ►► http://goo.gl/pQ39jNHelp support the show and get early episodes ► https://bigsandwich.co/Patreon ► https://patreon.com/mrsundaymoviesJames' Twitter ► http://twitter.com/mrsundaymoviesMaso's Twitter ► http://twitter.com/wikipediabrownPatreon ► https://patreon.com/mrsundaymoviesT-Shirts/Merch ► https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mr-sunday-movies The Weekly Planet iTunes ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weekly-planet/id718158767?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 The Weekly Planet Direct Download ► https://play.acast.com/s/theweeklyplanetAmazon Affiliate Link ► https://amzn.to/2nc12P4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.