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Welcome to Summer Camp Half-Podyssey! We're back for some fun, summer episodes all about Odysseus. Starting off, naturally, with a review of the new movie starring Matt Damon. We give our unfiltered, inexpert review of the movie based completely on vibes and our in-depth Percy Jackson knowledge. Topics of discussion include: nuance, Matt Damon's arms, Matt Damon's stunt double's arms, bad dialog, oral literature, Wife Guys (™), body horror, Free People Calypso, the Horrors of War, and whatever the heck is wrong with Robert Pattinson (affectionate). Erin got overstimulated. Manasa likes battle scenes. Next up, we'll be covering more Odyssey-related media, starting with EPIC the musical!Podcast Links: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

What happens when the master of mind-bending cinema takes on the foundational epic of Western literature? In this episode, we dive deep into the ultimate cinematic dream-project: Christopher Nolan adapting Homer's The Odyssey. Join us as we break down an all-star, blockbuster-caliber dream cast featuring Matt Damon as the battle-worn Odysseus, alongside Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, and Himesh Patel. We explore how Nolan's signature style—practical effects, nonlinear storytelling, and grand philosophical stakes—could transform ancient Greek mythology into a modern day masterpiece.

Ben and Rob are joined this week by a very special third mast, guest host Amber Poppit for an episode covering Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, the $250 million, 100% IMAX 70mm adaptation of Homer's original road trip gone wrong epic.Starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, the King of Ithaca who spends a decade failing to simply go home, alongside Tom Holland as his son Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as long suffering wife Penelope, The Odyssey rounds out its absurdly stacked cast with Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Charlize Theron as Circe, and Zendaya as Athena; the goddess whose entire arc has the internet arguing about whether she's a deity, a vision, or a guilt trip with cheekbones. It is, depending on who you ask, either Nolan's most ambitious swing yet or yet another film maker desperately trying to get Matt Damon home.Ben, Rob, and Amber dig into the "shot entirely on IMAX film" claim and what that actually means for a movie shot across real-world locations instead of a soundstage, the casting choices that had half of Film Twitter cheering and the other half frothing at the mouth, what this interpretation of Homer's The Odyssey is doing for culture and cinema as a whole, Ben proves without a doubt that we live in a time of apparent magic and the 3 embark on a journey almost as epic as The Odyssey itself. USUAL DISCLAIMER; everything said about ancient Greek mythology should be independently verified.And finally... what does it really mean?!CONSUUUME to find out all this and much, much more!PLUS we have a Patreon with EXCLUSIVE content just for you starting at less than £2 a month - Click the link below!Find us on your socials of choice at www.linktr.ee/everymovieeverpodcastGET 20% OFF CINEWORLD UNLIMITED MEMBERSHIP WITH DISCOUNT CODE: ' TEL013 ' You're Welcome!

Prima dell'Odissea di Christopher Nolan, del 70mm IMAX e di un cast pieno di star hollywoodiane, la televisione italiana aveva già affrontato il viaggio di Ulisse. Nel 1991 Beppe Recchia trasformò il poema di Omero in un musical comico di due puntate per Canale 5, convocando praticamente metà della televisione commerciale italiana. In questo speciale di Spin-Off mettiamo quindi a confronto due adattamenti appartenenti a universi completamente diversi. Da una parte Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal e un budget gigantesco. Dall'altra Andrea Roncato nei panni di Ulisse, Moana Pozzi come Penelope, Francesco Salvi come Telemaco e Polifemo, Teo Teocoli come Antinoo e Gerry Scotti nel ruolo di Menelao. Senza dimenticare Corinne Cléry come Circe, Umberto Smaila come Zeus, Iva Zanicchi come Giunone, Gigi Sammarchi come Mercurio e Davide Mengacci nel ruolo del narratore. Analizziamo cinque momenti presenti in entrambe le versioni: il cavallo di Troia, l'incontro con Polifemo, la trasformazione dei compagni di Ulisse in maiali, il canto delle Sirene e la prova finale dell'arco. Nolan costruisce un universo mitologico credibile e spettacolare. Recchia realizza invece gli Avengers della Fininvest: parodie musicali, doppi sensi, effetti speciali discutibili, balletti e alcune delle battute più imbarazzanti mai trasmesse in prima serata. Il risultato è un'opera caotica, sguaiata, sessista e completamente fuori controllo. Ma proprio per questo rappresenta perfettamente la televisione italiana dei primi anni Novanta e continua a essere infinitamente più affascinante di qualsiasi prodotto moderno costruito appositamente per diventare trash. L'Odissea di Nolan è chiaramente il film migliore. Quella di Beppe Recchia, però, è il reperto televisivo che nessuno avrebbe più il coraggio di produrre. (00:00) Disclaimer iniziale (00:22) Introduzione all'Odissea di Beppe Recchia (03:01) Il cast dell'Odissea di Recchia vs il cast dell'Odissea di Nolan (12:14) I 5 momenti più memorabili dell'Odissea di Recchia (19:05) Riflessioni finali sul trash italiano anni '90 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan and Dylan journey across a sea of monsters to discuss Christopher Nolan's new epic retelling of Homer's Odyssey.

Matt Damon has faced some interesting foes before: The Bellagio, Mars, Carmine Scarpaglia, and Teddy KGB, to name a few. But this time, he's met his match! Luke & Corrye get way too serious about this beauty of a film from the incomparable Christopher Nolan. They spear the ridiculous criticism out there, while grappling with their own beefs, before expressing their bewilderment over how Nolan slung together another impeccable piece of art. 

This week we set sail with the latest from director Christopher Nolan: The Odyssey. Paul Harris returns to help us review the latest adaptation of Homer's epic poem, in what many are calling the greatest adaptation of the story ever made. Starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Elliot Page, and Travis Scott.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BMFFDK5UbXMYou can read Paul's review of THE ODYSSEY and more at harrisonline.com/review-the-odyssey/Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/reelspoilers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the 526th episode of Piecing It Together, Paul Hibbard joins me to talk about The Drama! Lots of juicy tea to spill on this episode about the film starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya. Puzzle pieces include Sleeping Dogs Lie, Materialists, Force Majeur and Eddington.As always, SPOILER ALERT for The Drama and the movies we discuss!Written by Kristoffer BorgliDirected by Kristoffer BorgliStarring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, Alana Haim, Mamoudou AthieA24Paul Hibbard is a filmmaker and film critic.Paul can mostly be found on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/pchibbard/Follow Paul on Twitter @PCHibbardYou can also check out his Hysteria Fest Film Festival at https://www.hysteriafilmfest.com/My latest David Rosen album MISSING PIECES: 2018-2024 is a compilation album that fills in the gaps in unreleased music made during the sessions for 2018's A Different Kind Of Dream, 2020's David Rosen, 2022's MORE CONTENT and 2025's upcoming And Other Unexplained Phenomena. Find it on Bandcamp, Apple Music, Spotify and everywhere else you can find music.You can also find more about all of my music on my website https://www.bydavidrosen.comMy latest music video is “Shaking" which you can watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzm8s4nuqlAMake sure to “Like” Piecing It Together on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PiecingPodAnd “Follow” us on Twitter @PiecingPodAnd Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group, Piecing It Together – A Movie Discussion Group.And check out https://www.piecingpod.com for more about our show!And if you want to SUPPORT THE SHOW, you can now sign up for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/bydavidrosenYou can also support the show by checking out our Dashery store to buy shirts and more featuring Piecing It Together logos, movie designs, and artwork for my various music projects at https://bydavidrosen.dashery.com/Share the episode, comment and give us feedback! And of course, SUBSCRIBE!And of course, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review on Goodpods, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Podchaser!And most important of all… Keep going to the theater to see new movies!

John and Ben get topical and talk about John's #1 Op's new movie: Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey". We chat about our relationships with the source material, Christopher Nolan's aesthetic sensibility (or lack thereof), Emily Wilson's translation and thoughts on translation, and how good Robert Pattinson is.As always, we hope you enjoy the conversation.

PopaHALLics #168 "Blast(s) From the Past"We discuss writer/director Christopher Nolan's epic take on Homer's nearly 3000-year-old poem "The Odyssey." Kate's back too, talking about old—and new—favorites she watched while recovering from surgery.Theaters:"The Odyssey." Greek warrior Odyssey spends 10 hard yeasr trying to get home after the Trojan War. Plagued by the gods, or just needing GPS? Starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as his wife Penelope, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, John Leguizamo, and Charlize Therzon.Streaming:"Disclosure Day," various streamers. Director Steven Spielberg returns to one of his favorite subjects with this action-packed adventure about a cybersecurity expert (Josh O'Connor) and a TV meteorologist (Emily Blunt) trying to expose the existence of alien life. A government contractor (Colin Firth) wants to silence them."The Rip," Netflix. Damon and buddy Ben Affleck star in this action thriller based on real events. When a group of Miami cops discover millions in cash during a house raid, is one or more of them actually trying to steal it? With Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor, and Kyle Chandler."Lucky," Apple TV. When a multi-million-dollar heist goes wrong, con artist Lucky (Anya Taylor-Joy) must figure out who conned her while running for her life. This miniseries also stars Annette Benning and Timothy Olyphant."Rental Family," Hulu, Disney +, YouTube. In Japan, a struggling actor (Brendan Fraser) takes an unusual gig playing stand-in roles for strangers. When he's asked to pretend to be a young girl's father, the lines between performance and reality begin to blur in this film."I Will Find You," Netflix. This miniseries is based on Harlan Coben's novel. A father (Sam Worthington) imprisoned for his son's murder receives evidence suggesting his child may be alive. He escapes and seeks the truth. "Dublin Murders," Tubi. Two detectives (Killian Scott and Sarah Greene) investigate a young girl's murder on the outskirts of Dublin. This TV series is based on Tana French's novels "In the Woods" and "The Likeness.""Voicemails for Isabelle," Netflix. In this rom-com, a young woman (Zoey Deutch) copes with her sister's death by leaving voicemails for her describing her chaotic life in San Francisco. A mysterious real estate agent (Nick Robinson) unwittingly begins to receive the messages."Grantchester," Passport (PBS). This British series about a clergyman investigating mysterious wrongdoings in his small village with the help of an overworked detective inspector ends with its 11th season. "Blast from the Past," Tubi. In this 1999 romantic comedy, Adam (Brendan Fraser) has lived his entire life in a fallout shelter. When he finally comes to the surface, he finds the nuclear apocalypse didn't occur—and meets gorgeous Eve (Alicia Silverstone).

One of our longest episodes ever in which we review the movie of the summer: Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. We discuss the filmmaker's ongoing battle with his inner clinician, an updated ranking of the filmography, and the odd right-wing backlash facing the movie. Nolan continues from 2023's Oppenheimer his reflection of our own cracked modernity and its broad gesture towards the death of civility, but does The Odyssey maintain its predecessor's craft and evocative core? Tune in and find out.

We're diving into one of the biggest movies of the year.On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Matt and I break down Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, the epic blockbuster that has taken over the box office and reminded everyone why movie theaters still matter.We discuss whether it lived up to the enormous hype, where it ranks among Christopher Nolan's best films, our favorite scenes from the Cyclops and Sirens to the Trojan Horse and final battle, the performances from Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland and the star-studded cast, and hand out our signature movie awards.We also debate the biggest surprises, nitpick a few questionable decisions, and discuss whether The Odyssey will still be remembered as one of the defining movies of this decade.LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE

Christopher Nolan brings Homer's ancient Greek epic poem to the big screen … and IMAX, of course. Join The Watchers as we defy the gods to discuss the box office blockbuster The Odyssey. #theodyssey #christophernolan #homer #theodysseymovieWritten and directed by Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey (2026) is an action/fantasy film adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic poem that stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, Himesh Patel, Elliot Page and Benny Safdie.Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #WatchersBasement to comment about the show!facebook.com/watchersbasementtwitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasementthreads.net/@watchersbasementanchor.fm/watchersbasement #theodyssey #theodysseymovie #christophernolan #christophernolanmovies #homer #odyssey #mattdamon #odysseus #tomholland #annehathaway #robertpattinson #zendaya #lupitanyongo #helenoftroy #telemachus #defytheodds #penelope #antinous #menelaus #jonbernthal #agamemnon #trojanwar #athena #circe #eumaeus #calypso #universalpictures #zeus #greekgods #cyclops #poseidon #laestrygonians #sinon

Robert Pattinson, Kate i Rooney Mara, Orlando Bloom, Penélope Cruz, Javier Bardem, Paul Dano, John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, Taika Waititi, Pamela Anderson, Louis Garrel, Chiara Mastroianni, Nick Nolte, Guy Pearce, Claire Foy, John Malkovich, Alicia Vikander, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Susan Sarandon, wreszcie Ellen Burstyn i George Clooney, którzy odbiorą nagrody za całokształt twórczości. 83. Międzynarodowy Festiwal Filmowy w Wenecji przyciągnie całą konstelację gwiazd.

Kenny and Mike discuss and spot faith elements in Christopher Nolan's latest epic film, The Odyssey. Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Tom Holland lead a strong cast that also includes Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and John Leguizamo. Both Kenny and Mike think John Leguizamo's performance may result in an Academy Award Nomination for Supporting Actor.  Both the film and Christopher Nolan are most likely to be nominated as well.  Filmed with IMAX 70mm cameras and shown in a variety of formats including IMAX, which have sold out for a year, the The Odyssey fits the epic nature and scope of Homer's foundational literary work. Though not an IMAX screening Mike and Kenny shared their experience seeing the film in 70mm film rather than digital screening. Mike shared his appreciation for the rich contrast presented in the low light photography the IMAX film stock allows. Other technical aspects included the use of practical effects including forced perspective.  Kenny questioned why Nolan did not choose more accurate costumes and other production design elements as well as some more modern words and phrase that took him out of the film briefly. Faith Elements Reflected: Among the many elements of faith spotted in the story, Kenny discusses the very nature of faith from a Christian perspective is as an odyssey as one journeys through seasons of struggle and joy as we travel toward our spiritual home, the Kingdom of God. Calypso's instruction to Odysseus to surrender to and trust the ocean waves and tides rather than struggle against them is akin to surrendering to God's faithfulness, grace, and power rather than reliance of one's own abilities and power against the ooverwhelming power of sin and evil. Athena's care, presence, and guidance to Odysseus reflects God's presence and involvement through the Holy Spirit in the lives of individuals as well as the work of God in transforming the broken world into the Kingdom of God. Zeus's Law of Hospitality echoes the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament teachings on hospitality, especially the welcoming and caring for strangers and even enemies, Abram's hosting of Angels, Jesus's parable of the Good Samaritan. The need for humility in living a faithful life. Echoing the teaching of Paul in Philippians 2 to imitate the humility of Jesus. Odysseus's boasting set the stage for many of the struggles in his journey home.     

This episode of Welcome To The Party Pal dissects The Odyssey, the 2026 epic action fantasy film written and directed by Christopher Nolan, who produced it with his wife Emma Thomas. An adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic poem the Odyssey, it stars an ensemble cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, and Charlize Theron. In the film, Odysseus (Damon), the Greek king of Ithaca, undergoes a long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War and encounters mythical beings as he attempts to reunite with his wife Penelope (Hathaway). Join in as hosts Michael Shields and Ryan O'Connell confront a cyclops, dangerous creature-enchantresses, perilous ocean whirlpools, backstabbing suitors, and more in an episode that praises Nolan's breathtaking achievement of a film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas Thorogood unpacks the meaning of ‘The Odyssey' (2026 movie), written and directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya and Charlize Theron. It's an adaptation of Homer's Odyssey from around the 8th century BC. How does the movie handle the fantastical elements of the story? And does its outlook on war owe more to Christianity than Ancient Greece?Thomas' film review YouTube channel: youtube.com/stirandfrySend us your mini-revelations, stories, disagreements, questions and hot takes: podcast@speaklife.org.uk_____________________________Enjoy seeing life through the lens of Jesus? Here's where to find more Speak Life content: 321course.com // YouTube // Instagram // WebsiteSupport the show

Welcome to Play, Pause, Rewind! The world's greatest media podcast, maybe. This week, we take a look at Christopher Nolan's latest film, an adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey. The Odyssey is one of the oldest surviving works of literature dating back to oral storytelling traditions from almost 2,900 years ago. Attributed to Homer, The Odyssey follows Greek warrior Odysseus on his long journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. Nolan's adaptation updates the myth and incorporates some thematic work that resonates with modern audiences while working to maintain the spirit of the original epic poem. The film stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal, Himesh Patel, Benny Safdie, Charlize Theron, Elliot Page, Travis Scott, Samantha Morton, John Leguizamo, Robert Pattinson, and many more.Social Information:Podcast Info: https://linktr.ee/PlayPauseRewind Dylan's Info: https://linktr.ee/DDayMovies Niles' Info: https://www.instagram.com/nilesgotnostylez/Topics and Timecodes:Intro: 0:14The Odyssey: 3:10The Odyssey (spoilers): 15:29Other Stuff: 1:32:03Outros: 1:38:10

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey brings Homer's immortal epic to the big screen in one of the most ambitious films of the decade. In this special Ouzo Talk review and discussion, we're joined by renowned Cambridge classicist and historian Professor Paul Cartledge to explore how faithfully Nolan adapts the ancient masterpiece, the history and mythology behind Odysseus' legendary journey, and where the film takes creative licence. We also discuss the performances of Matt Damon as Odysseus, alongside Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Tom Holland and the film's stellar ensemble cast. Whether you're a fan of Greek mythology, Christopher Nolan or epic cinema, this episode offers fascinating insight into one of the year's most talked-about films.This episode is brought to you by our good friends at:Pryor Tzannes and Wallis: https://ptwlaw.com.au/The Greek Providore: https://thegreekprovidore.com.au/Send us Fan Mail Support the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OuzoTalkFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuzoTalkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouzo_talk/

Send us Fan Mailtarring Matt Damon as Odysseus alongside Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong'o, Jon Bernthal, Himesh Patel, Samantha Morton, Elliot Page, Mia Goth, John Leguizamo, Corey Hawkins, Bill Irwin, and an incredible ensemble cast, this adaptation of Homer's legendary epic may become one of Christopher Nolan's defining achievements.Was this Nolan's best film yet? Is it one of the greatest IMAX experiences ever made? And where does it rank among the best films of the year?Support the show

On this week's episode WILL discusses and reviews. IAN only saw 40 minutes, so anything he has to say really doesn't matter. Ian failed you all. Will is a hero. Together they'll go on-THE ODYSSEY (2026) R 173 minutesWritten & Directed by: Christopher Nolan. Starring: Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Hamish Patel, John Leguizamo, Elliot Page, Charlize Theron, Corey Hawkins, Travis Scott, Niko Nicotera, Mia Goth, Benny Safdie, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal, Ian Casselberry, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, James Remar and Many Other Talented People!01:00- Ian didn't Finish the movie.02:00- First Thoughts10:30- THE ODYSSEY (2026)14:00- Tasty Morsels17:00- Rating/Review51:15- Totals53:00- Next Week/ByePatreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/THELastActionCritics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: @TheLastActionCriticsemail:   Thelastactioncritics@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Next Week: Obsession (available on Peacock)

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is a genuine cultural moment — but could it become the most-nominated film in Oscar history? Dylan and Craig break down the full awards race case for The Odyssey, including whether it can beat Sinners' all-time record of 16 nominations, how the Anne Hathaway lead-vs-supporting decision could push the count to 17, and what history says about Ben-Hur's blueprint for blockbuster Oscar dominance.They also debate every major performance — Robert Pattinson vs. John Leguizamo for Best Supporting Actor, why Tom Holland is the weak link, and the one category (costume design?) where The Odyssey might shockingly miss. Plus: fall festival lineups for Venice, TIFF, and NYFF — what Paper Tiger, Wild Horse Nine, and Dune III mean for the race.Films discussed: The Odyssey, Sinners, Oppenheimer, Ben-Hur, Dune III, Digger, Paper Tiger, Cliff Booth, I Am Rocky, Bucking Faster, Prime Time, Ink. Categories: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress (Anne Hathaway), Best Supporting Actor (Pattinson/Leguizamo), Best Supporting Actress (Samantha Morton), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Editing, Best Costume Design.Chapters:0:00 Intro2:00 Festival news: Venice, TIFF & NYFF13:35 The Odyssey: the film & its moment25:54 Cast & performances32:54 Oscar prospects: nominations record & category odds50:51 Dune III threat & final thoughts

Christopher Nolan finally tackles Homer's The Odyssey, and there's A LOT to unpack.Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Samantha Morton, John Bernthal and one of the year's most stacked casts headline Nolan's IMAX epic—but does the legendary director actually stick the landing?In this spoiler-filled discussion, the Watch Skip Plus crew debates:⚔️ Matt Damon's performance - 85% there?

This morning, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated $2 million to the families of fallen NYC first responders, and the thank you letter from one of the 9/11 widows will genuinely turn your stone heart to jelly. Plus, Tom Holland has admitted some of his past films were terrible and the internet is already guessing which ones. ☕ Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $2 million to fallen NYC first responders' families as part of $26 million in wedding charity giving☕ Toy Story 5 hits $1 billion to become 2026's highest-grossing movie☕ Tom Holland admits some of his past movies were "shit" to promote☕ Robert Pattinson compares his Odyssey villain to Jacob from Twilight☕ Sarah Ferguson's whereabouts finally revealed TAKE THE SPILL QUIZ HERETHE END BITS Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Support independent women's media The Out Loud hosts have handpicked their all-time favourite reads and one subscriber is winning the entire 12-book stack. Subscribe to Mamamia here to be automatically entered to win. Current subscriber? You're already in the draw. T&Cs apply.Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au and join me today. You hot? Same. Buy today and save 40% Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! It's July, so that means it's time for our “Julygantic” series! Where we cover monster movies! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and returning guest Matt Naughton discuss Peter Weller's journey into what is effectively “Alien but underwater,” 1989's Leviathan! A terrible final one-liner! Aquatic basketball moves! Blue collar despair! Tonal collapses! A guy named Sixpack! Lots of random tubes! Cool clunky dive suits! Angry computer use! Disastrous butter-handling! "Dry for wet" underwater scenes! Hints of secret underwater affairs! Equal opportunity boss punching! Poor quarantine protocols! Someone opening a Pepsi can with their teeth! Questionable management training! Insufficient skiing knowledge! Fun and gross special effects from Stan Winston! A cast that includes Peter Weller, Ernie Hudson, Daniel Stern, Richard Crenna, and Amanda Pays! Crew members that worked on Terminator 2, Alien, Robot Jox, Rambo 2, Cobra, and Blade Runner! All that and more in this "diamond-encrusted trash" that is not only a great sea monster/body horror movie, but possibly one of the best mockbusters ever made! In addition, the gang shares their spoiler-free thoughts on 1991's Cape Fear, the Apple TV shows Cape Fear and Murder bot, as well as Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, Milly Alcock's Supergirl, and Evil Dead Burn! You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends! The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. This episode's guest, Matt Naughton, can be found on Instagram @mnaughty85. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod. Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.

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Christopher Nolan returns for the first time since Oppenheimer with his most ambitious film yet — an adaptation of Homer's foundational epic, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus on his long, monster-riddled journey home from the Trojan War. Shot entirely on 70mm IMAX film and powered by a cast that stretches from Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway to Zendaya, Charlize Theron, and Robert Pattinson, The Odyssey opened to over $264 million globally in its first weekend alone. Wickham and Ada break it all down in Part 1 of our coverage — and there will be more to come, so stay tuned!

Send us Fan MailThe first commercial film ever shot entirely on IMAX, and it earns every frame of that scale. Matt Damon carries this movie on his back, leading a stacked ensemble through Nolan's near-perfect vision of Homer's epic — Robert Pattinson quietly gives the best performance in the film as the suitor Antinous, John Leguizamo is devastating as the loyal, half-blind Eumaeus, and Elliot Page's Sinon, Himesh Patel's Eurylochus, Samantha Morton's Circe, and Charlize Theron's Calypso all land. Nolan tells the Sack of Troy three separate times across the film, each retelling peeling back more of the cost of how they actually won.Robbie caught the 7:45am 70mm screening at Harkins Arizona Mills with his wife Amy. One of the most well-paced and intense films he's seen, period.Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/fk9SKFMore at geekonfilm.com#TheOdyssey #ChristopherNolan #MattDamon #IMAX #geekonfilmSupport the show

Deep Cut welcomes back dear friend and frequent guest Thanmye Lagudu to share his love for Indian filmmaker Christopher Nolan (iykyk) and his twisty Tenet. Listen as we all get a headache trying to make sense of Nolan's (overly?) complicated plot: protagonists, time travel, character archetypes, race, temporal sphincters, and Nolan's new collaborators in Jennifer Lame and Ludwig Göransson, and Robert Pattinson abound. And listen to the very end for an easter egg…www.deepcutpod.com our socials and discord server with our FREE patreon go thereTimestamps:00:00:00 Intro00:02:56 Introducing Thanmye00:09:59 Introducing Tenet00:11:21 General reactions00:19:46 Guesteral pincer movement00:22:34 The bromance00:25:03 The Protagonist / Determinism00:30:00 Bond / le Carre comparisons00:33:45 Climactic / action scenes00:38:52 Emotional truth, vs Interstellar00:42:07 Ludwig Göransson score00:43:04 Editing with Jennifer Lame00:48:16 Thanmye's favorite things about Tenet00:54:25 "Indie" solutions / Tactile filmmaking00:59:45 Nolan as auteur 01:01:53 Nolan male archetype01:08:21 Hopes for The Odyssey01:11:43 Nolan as "Indian" filmmaker01:14:06 More from Thanmye

Noah returns from his sojourn around the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean to tell stories of the weird creatures he encountered, the heavenly foods they eat, and the strange sights he saw. Robert Pattinson's not in this version, though. Join our Patreon! Our theme is Street Food, by FASSounds, and is governed by the Simplified Pixabay License.

On this week's episode: Full review of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, Anthony Bourdain biopic "Tony" first early look, Avengers: Doomsday trailer underwhelming performance, RoboCop reboot, Coyote vs Acme final trailer, Jessica Chastain is the "Other Mommy," and more! The Hub on Hollywood, hosted by Jamie and James, delves into the thriving film industry in New England. The podcast explores the production of various projects, including commercials, television shows, and full-length feature films. The podcast offers insight into New England’s growing film industry, as well as entertainment news and reviews. Subscribers can access the podcast on the iHeartRadio app and follow the hosts on Instagram and TikTok for updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey a cinematic gift, or is it a Trojan Horse filled with the director’s narrative obsessions? Maybe both. In their review, Adam and Josh talk about the ways Nolan diverges from Homer’s epic tale, and which of the director’s previous films offer the best insight into his latest. This episode is presented by⁠ Regal Unlimited⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code FILMSPOT26 to take 15% off. Feedback: -Email us at feedback@filmspotting.net⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠-⁠Ask Us Anything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and we might answer your question in bonus content. Support: -Join the Filmspotting Family for bonus episodes and complete archive access. http://filmspottingfamily.com -Filmspotting Shop for T-shirts and more.⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.filmspotting.net/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow: -Watch Filmspotting on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/filmspotting⁠ -Adam/Filmspotting: ⁠Letterboxd⁠ |⁠ Instagram⁠ |⁠ Facebook⁠ | ⁠Bluesky⁠ -Josh/LarsenOnFilm: ⁠Letterboxd⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ |⁠ Facebook⁠ | ⁠BlueskySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another fun-filled episode of Nerds Talking is here! Join Lafayette and Carlos as they bring you another week of entertainment news, movie talk, streaming recommendations, and plenty of laughs.Unfortunately, Carlos won't be making the trip to San Diego Comic-Con this year after suffering a painful muscle spasm in his back. While being sidelined wasn't part of the plan, it did lead to an unexpected binge-watch session of Netflix's action-packed series Agent Kim Reactivated, starring Daniel Dae Kim, Arden Cho, Randall Park, Sung Kang, and Grace Park. Carlos shares his spoiler-free thoughts on the series, discussing the action, performances, and whether it's worth adding to your watch list.Then Lafayette dives into one of the year's most anticipated films with his review of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. Featuring an all-star cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal, Mia Goth, Elliot Page, Samantha Morton, Himesh Patel, Cosmo Jarvis, and John Leguizamo, does Nolan once again deliver a cinematic masterpiece, or does this epic adaptation fall short of expectations?As always, the guys also cover the latest happenings in the world of movies, television, streaming, comics, gaming, and pop culture while sharing stories, opinions, and the kind of nerdy conversations you've come to expect from the Nerds Talking crew.Whether you're a movie buff, comic book fan, gamer, or just someone looking for a fun podcast to brighten your day, this episode has something for everyone.Tune in for laughs, memories, hot takes, and plenty of geek culture goodness. Don't miss this week's episode of Nerds Talking!#NerdsTalking #Podcast #EntertainmentNews #Netflix #AgentKimReactivated #DanielDaeKim #ChristopherNolan #TheOdyssey #MovieReview #TVReview #Streaming #SanDiegoComicCon #SDCC #PopCulture #GeekCulture #Movies #TVShows #FilmPodcast #MoviePodcast #EntertainmentPodcast #ComicCon #Gaming #SciFi #Fantasy #Marvel #DCComics #FilmDiscussion #WeeklyPodcast #GeekLife

Kyle, Joe, and Rick review the 2026 American epic action fantasy film, "The Odyssey." Directed and written by Christopher Nolan, based on Homer's Odyssey, with music by Ludwig Göransson. The film stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal. Enjoy!

NOLAN WEEK continues....Adapted from the legendary tale written by Homer, this is the epic tale of one man's treacherous journey home after leading a war effort which has left both him and his men broken and continuously in danger. That war was the Trojan War and the man is Odysseus (Oscar-winner Matt Damon) who yearns to get to his home country of Ithaca where he is king, so that he can reunite with this wife Penelope (Oscar-winner Anne Hathaway) and his son Telemachus (Tom Holland).....or DOES he??  And along the way of this journey, Odysseus and his men will encounter several otherwordly threats Calypso (Oscar-winner Charlize Theron), Circe (Oscar-nominee Samantha Morton) and the Cyclops (Bill Irwin).  This is the latest big budget production from Oscar-winning writer/director Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight, Memento, Inception) as a follow-up to his beloved Best Picture winner Oppenheimer from three years ago.  Also included among the stellar, extended cast are Robert Pattinson, Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong'o, Jon Bernthal, John Leguizamo, Corey Hawkins, Himesh Patel, Mia Goth, and Emmy-winner Zendaya.  Let's find out if it's time to.....DEFY THE GODS.  Host & Editor: Geoff GershonProducer: Marlene Gershon Send us Fan MailSupport the showhttps://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/ 

With a glance at her lengthy filmography, you'd never know that Australian filmmaker Alice Maio Mackay is barely in her twenties. THE SERPENT'S SKIN (now available on digital and Blu-Ray) is her sixth feature. And while her work is generally categorized as horror or fantasy, the undercurrent of romance there is a tell for the romantic saga that made her feel seen: TWILIGHT (the books, the movies, the whole series). So which Bella is she? And how has she made so many movies already? Jordan asks all this and more... Then, Jordan has one quick thing about Alice's next movie, plus an indie from SERPENT'S SKIN actor Avalon Fast. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinfeelingseen Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production of Maximum Fun. You can watch video editions of our new episodes on our YouTube Channel!Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Suki Waterhouse is a singer-songwriter, actress, and model from London. She released her first single in 2016, and her first album, I Can't Let Go, in 2022, on Sub Pop. You might have seen her in the show Daisy Jones & The Six, which came out in 2023. Since then, she's also had her first child, with her partner Robert Pattinson. And all of that history figured into her new album, Loveland. For this episode, Suki told me about how she made the song “Back in Love” with her longtime collaborators, producer Jules Apollinaire and songwriter Natalie Findlay. "Back in Love" was the first single from her album, but it was the last song that was written for it.For more info, visit songexploder.net/suki-waterhouse.

Ill Will Hunting Matt Damon has trouble finding a way home after winning the Trojan War with a duplicitous offering to Athena (Zendaya) in Christopher Nolan's epic re-telling of The Odyssey.  Is there something more than the giant cyclops, spellcasting witch, Charlize Theron's lotus flower diet, or the ghost of fallen soldier Elliot Page that prevents this Ithacan King from reclaiming his throne?  And how pissed will son Tom Holland be if mom Anne Hathaway reads Twilight instead of Homer, and marries Robert Pattinson? Find Out Now!

In this episode, we review the latest film from legendary director Christopher Nolan, titled The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, and Zendaya. We discuss whether this story can be successfully translated into a cinematic experience and whether Nolan pulled it off, and we debate whether Nolan has already reached his peak in filmmaking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marvel Studios finally gave us something to whet our appetites regarding Avengers: Doomsday as they dropped the first full-length trailer on Monday. Old and new favorite heroes are coming together to band against the biggest threat they've ever encountered, Doctor Victor Von Doom.Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated film The Odyssey premiered last weekend to a box office best for the savant director, opening to $264.1 million globally. With a stacked A-list cast, Nolan's flair and drive for practical filmmaking, and a huge push to see the movie in IMAX (since it was filmed that way,) this entry to Nolan's repertoire has been as long-awaited as Odysseus' return to Ithaca. And clearly…the people are liking what they see. For 2026, The Odyssey has the third best opening weekend behind Toy Story 5 and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II is being delayed once again and will now open in theaters on February 18, 2028. That release date is nearly six years after the March 2022 opening of The Batman. Reeves announced the new opening date on Vimeo accompanied by the first camera test footage of Robert Pattinson's return as the Dark Knight. Pattinson began filming during the press tour for The Odyssey, which he was also part of. At an appearance at Fanatics Fest 2026, Ryan Reynolds confirmed that there will be another Deadpool movie at some point in the future, although he did not provide any more details past that confirmation. After calling New York City home for almost 90 years, Marvel Comics will be relocating to Burbank, California, the current headquarters of Marvel Studios and corporate parent, The Walt Disney Company. Stephen Wacker, a respected veteran comics editor who also earned an Emmy nomination for his work in the company's forays in animation, has been named Marvel's new editor-in-chief, replacing outgoing chief C.B. Cebulski, who had steered the division since 2017. The move also leaves NYC without a major comics publisher, as DC Comics relocated to California in 2015. Amazon Prime Video‘s God of War series will recast the starring role of Kratos following an injury to the original actor Ryan Hurst on set that he suffered in late June. While performing a stunt, Hurst tore his bicep and had to undergo surgery. His recovery timetable puts him out until early 2027 at best. Sources tell Deadline that four episodes had been fully completed at the time of the incident. Colman Domingo and Tony-nominated director Robert O'Hara are in talks to co-write a live action film based on Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog for Disney. It is not described as a live-action remake of The Princess and the Frog, but rather a story inspired by the original film. In an interview with the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Kevin Feige spoke on the Mahershala Ali Blade reboot that has yet to materialize saying "I am feeling like a gigantic loser and failure that we didn't get off the ground with Mahershala." He was also asked about Adam Driver as Magneto rumors and responded “It's no secret we'd like to [work with Driver], but it's a tradition to Zoom with him, and then he passes. That's a long-lived tradition." 

Writer/director Kristoffer Borgli is back! If you've not heard of him, he was the comedic writer/director behind Sick of Myself (2022) and Dream Scenario (2023) (both worth seeing). He returns to his dark cringe comedy with The Drama, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple whose relationship takes a bad turn a week before their wedding. Alana Haim serves as the maid of honor, and Mamoudou Athie is the best man. The movie involves confessing the worst things you've ever done, and some Lodgers give their own dark confessions of mayhem they caused in their youth. Tune into this darkly humorous episode!

In this episode of A Lost Plot, hosts Maverick and Andrew delve into Christopher Nolan's latest film, 'The Odyssey.' They discuss their initial impressions, expectations, and the storytelling techniques employed by Nolan, drawing connections to the original work by Homer.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘The Odyssey' Introduction6:54 Telemachus10:40 Odysseus20:13 The gods37:33 Changing Story Intent56:05 The Antagonists1:05:21 Changes from the Book1:08:32 Lasting Impact#theodyssey #christophernolan #alostplot #homer #odysseus 

The biggest film of the summer has arrived and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are sitting down to talk all about THE ODYSSEY. They also define the "odyssey" movie and share their Top 5, along with some recent movies and TV they've been watching. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: After the Trojan War, Odysseus faces a dangerous voyage back to Ithaca, meeting creatures like the Cyclops Polyphemus, Sirens, and Calypso along the way. Directed by: Christopher Nolan Written by: Christopher Nolan (based on Odyssey by Homer) Starring: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron *Image from THE ODYSSEY courtesy of Universal Pictures. @TheWatchAndTalk (Twitter/Instagram) Letterboxd.com/TheWatchandTalk Facebook.com/TheWatchAndTalk www.TheWatchAndTalk.com TheWatchAndTalk@gmail.com Support the show! www.Patreon.com/TheWatchAndTalk

This episode of All Pop, No Culture is led by a full spoiler discussion of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. Kevin and Andrew both give the nearly three-hour epic an 8 out of 10, praising its extraordinary IMAX presentation, real-world locations, practical effects, and enormous ensemble cast. They examine Matt Damon's performance as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway's emotional work as Penelope, Tom Holland's portrayal of Telemachus, Robert Pattinson's villainous turn, and John Leguizamo's quietly essential role. The conversation also covers Zendaya's symbolic appearance as Athena, the Cyclops and Circe sequences, Nolan's potential future in horror, and the movie's larger argument that victory in war rarely feels like victory to the people who survive it. Lauren reviews The Invite, Olivia Wilde's comedy-drama about two married couples confronting intimacy, resentment, parenthood, and the uncomfortable truths hidden inside long relationships. She also recommends the Broadway production of Every Brilliant Thing, an interactive one-person play starring Tracee Ellis Ross that explores depression, grief, suicide, and the many small reasons life remains worth living. Kevin closes with a recommendation for Shrinking, the Apple TV+ dramedy starring Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, and Jessica Williams. The episode also includes quick discussions of X-Men '97 and a Lost rewatch.

On this special Comicast One Shot, Jong and Michael dive into spoilers for The Odyssey for the first part, then Chalice Williams of Reel Movie Junkie joins Michael to discuss Christopher Nolan's epic film further. Listen as the group share why the film was such an incredible achievement in filmmaking, what were some of the standout performances from this loaded cast, why no one does it quite like Nolan, the body horror of it, Ludwig getting another Oscar possibly, the fake outrage, and much more! Follow Chalice as she continues her "Road to Doomsday" series on social media, @HeyChalice on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok. For the latest in film/TV coverage visit Reel Movie Junkie online and subscribe to the Reel Movie Junkie YouTube channel, @ReelMovieJunkie where she'll also be posting her video series. Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on whatever podcast app you're using; Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or whatever your podcast app you use!  Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com 

SPOILER ALERT Christopher Nolan made The Odyssey, and somehow the loudest movie of the year is about a guy who just wants to go home. This week on Thumb War, we're joined by Dan to break down Nolan's massive Greek mythology epic: Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Robert Pattinson, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, Samantha Morton, Elliot Page, Charlize Theron, gods, monsters, boats, gongs, suitors, and one dog scene that nearly destroyed us. We talk about the IMAX spectacle, the punishing Dolby sound mix, the score, the Cyclops, the Sirens, Calypso, Athena, the suitor massacre, Tom Holland's eternal Spider-Man baby face, Matt Damon's “smart guy” energy, and whether this is actually top-three Nolan. Jason went in dreading The Odyssey. Rachel saw it twice and would apparently go again. Dan elevated the show, as usual. Full spoiler review is up now. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you're enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Batman fans, brace yourselves: Part II just slid all the way to February 2028, and the guys have thoughts on whether it should even happen. Before Frank ships out for a two-week cruise, he and Jonathan clear the week's biggest geek headlines, from a live-action Princess Tiana penned by Colman Domingo, to a major God of War series recast, to Steve Buscemi joining the Far Cry show and a quick DC and Marvel roundup covering Blue Beetle, Supergirl, and Nova. Then the episode shifts gears for a standout interview with writer and director Stephanie Hubbard, the creative force behind the new fantasy comedy A Fairy Tale. She breaks down her leap from hairstylist to filmmaker, how Pure Magic Pictures built a fully connected nine-film universe on indie budgets, the real trading card game (Dino Guru) her cast learned to play on set, and why a thriving Discord community beats chasing Netflix. It is a genuinely fun look at building fandom from the ground up. Timestamps and Topics 0:00 Intro and Frank's Vacation Catch-Up 1:01 Colman Domingo's Live-Action Princess Tiana 6:08 God of War Series Recasts Kratos 10:27 Far Cry Series Adds Steve Buscemi 16:05 The Batman Part II Delayed to 2028 23:18 DC and Marvel Roundup: Blue Beetle, Supergirl, Nova 33:11 Guest Interview: Stephanie Hubbard on "A Fairy Tale" 1:07:46 Weekly Picks and Wrap-Up Key Takeaways The Batman Part II is delayed to February 18, 2028, and the hosts debate whether the six-year gap makes the sequel worth finishing at all, especially with a separate DCU Batman on the way. The God of War series is recasting Kratos after actor Ryan Hurst suffered a torn bicep. With two seasons filming back to back, four already-shot episodes will need a full reshoot. Colman Domingo is writing a live-action Princess Tiana that tells a new New Orleans story rather than remaking The Princess and the Frog, which the guys see as a smarter path than the recent one-for-one remakes. Noah Hawley and Rob McElhenney's Far Cry series lands its first big villain casting in Steve Buscemi, with the hosts riffing on possible settings and story angles. Stephanie Hubbard's A Fairy Tale is the ninth feature in Pure Magic Pictures' fully connected cinematic universe, premiering July 23 at 7:30 PM Eastern, with the studio on track for four films in 2026. Pure Magic built real fan infrastructure around the movies: an actual trading card game (Dino Guru) the cast learned on set, a Discord community that names things like their coffee blend, and a heavy convention presence. Quotes "Not all fairies are good at their job." (Stephanie Hubbard, on the premise of A Fairy Tale) "When I try to be someone's savior, it doesn't go very well. I'm just a person." (Stephanie Hubbard, on the film's message) "No excuses. The cavalry isn't coming." (Stephanie Hubbard, on the Robert Rodriguez mindset that pushed her into filmmaking) "We make movies, but we're truly artists first, and this is our art." (Stephanie Hubbard, on community and creating) "Maybe in 30 years, we will make Time Pit." (Stephanie Hubbard, on the running in-universe reference in every Pure Magic film) Call to Action If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss a drop, leave a rating and review to help new listeners find the show, and share it with a fellow geek on social using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com, the source for all the news discussed in this episode A Fairy Tale premieres July 23 at 7:30 PM Eastern through the Pure Magic Pictures season pass Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Listener Questions Got a hot take on The Batman getting pushed to 2028, a dream Far Cry setting, or a question for a future guest? Send us your questions, reactions, and topic ideas. We love working listener picks into upcoming episodes. Geek culture, pop culture podcast, movie news, comic book news, The Batman, God of War, DC Universe, Marvel, Princess Tiana, Colman Domingo, indie film, filmmaking, Pure Magic Pictures, Stephanie Hubbard, A Fairy Tale, trading card games, Far Cry, Steve Buscemi, Robert Pattinson, Blue Beetle, Supergirl, Nova, nerd podcast, fandom

Send us Fan MailThe journey begins as the hosts return to the theater to review the biggest cinematic event of the year, The Odyssey. Directed by Christopher Nolan and featuring an all-star cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal, this epic adaptation of Homer's legendary tale delivers a massive theatrical experience filled with breathtaking visuals, great performance and Nolan's signature storytelling. The hosts pair the film with the Odyssey cocktail. So dim the lights, grab your seat, and join the hosts for a review of a journey unlike any other—because some stories aren't just watched, they're experienced.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the show on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast

Christopher Nolan is back with arguably his biggest cinematic epic yet, THE ODYSSEY! Is there a standout performer among the pantheon of stars, which includes Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Elliot Page, Jon Bernthal, Himesh Patel, Mia Goth, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, and many more? DJ and Roxy are joined by Adam Hlavac to discuss this star studded saga, and the challenge some of the criticisms leveled at the movie before it even came out. Plus, our best look yet at AVENGERS DOOMSDAY! Support WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN!⁠https://donate.wck.org/campaign/815521/donate?utm_source=googlepmax&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=crisis-2026venezuelaearthquake&c_src=2025-paidmedia-fundraising-googlepmax-crisis-2026venezuelaearthquake&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23991976254&gbraid=0AAAAApcxQJuAjKWA5b9EeZNVuf_JHI91S&gclid=CjwKCAjw6rfSBhAqEiwA_yocptD4Sj4altoSGBUXCrZGzsBHCtVcs1H2cHzddL7mi2ZRalE1ZNfY0BoC2gkQAvD_BwE⁠More DJ!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/djtalkstrash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Roxy! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/roxystriar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Adam!https://www.youtube.com/HeroesReforgedTheme Music by: Steven James SchmidtFor exclusive bonus podcasts like What We're Into, Mutant Academy, and more, check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/OnlyStupidAnswers

Seth takes a closer look at Trump and his team focusing on magnetic catapults and sperm counts as job growth slows, wildfire smoke blankets the U.S. and thousands of Americans suffer from explosive diarrhea.Then, Matt Damon talks about supporting Argentina during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accidentally scaring Robert Pattinson with his character prep for The Odyssey and what it was like to squeeze into a real trojan horse for the film.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.