Wonder Woman 1984 has generated a lot of discussion after it's Christmas Day release. While there are a lot of clunky sections in this film, there is a story that is important for audiences. You just have to sort through the mess. In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we discuss what worked and what didn't work in the film.
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Star Wars fandom is still feeling the aftershocks of the force tremor in the season finale of The Mandalorian. In this week's Nerd Flix & Chill recap, we have a nuanced take on Chapter 16: The Rescue. Additionally, we have some thoughts on the future of the show and what The Book of Boba Fett means for Din Djarin.
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This week's episode of The Mandalorian is a thoughtful look at the moral relativism and consequences of war. This is a thoughtful look at how power structures can fail, and the chaos that war leaves behind.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we discuss The Mandalorian: Chapter 15, The Believer.
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Chapter 14 of The Mandalorian, The Tragedy, offers some incredible action sequences and gives new life to a classic Star Wars character. However, there are some issues with the emotional stakes. The Tragedy doesn't feel so tragic because the constant presence of Din Djarin's mask makes it difficult to grasp the emotions of the character. More time without the mask will lead to a greater connection to the character.
We discuss all this and more in the week's Nerd Flix & Chill podcast.
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The Mandalorian, Chapter 13: The Jedi, gives us a lot to talk about. Baby Yoda has a name, there was also a huge name drop for another popular character, and the Jedi are of the idea that personal connections are bad.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we break down all of the great storytelling details as well as give our thoughts on the show's future trajectory.
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The Mandalorian is continuing to broaden it scope with each episode. In Chapter 12, The Siege, we see how the current narrative connects to the greater Star Wars universe and how this series is tying it all together.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we discuss the episode's themes of lingering evil.
The Mandalorian: Chapter 11 - The Heiress, stands for many reasons. On top of the fantastic direction of Bryce Dallas Howard, it also has some major reveals that fans will be buzzing over.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we break down the episode and how the show could sidestep the Jedi.
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The Mandalorian, Chapter 10: The Passenger is the episode we are discussing this week on the Nerd Flix & Chill podcast. Here we will give our thoughts on the episode and break down some of details you may have missed.
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The Mandalorian is back for it's second season and the Nerd Flix & Chill podcast is also back with our weekly breakdowns of each episode. The second season kicks off with the search for an underground network of Mandalorians that takes us back to Tattooine for an adventure that is full of thrills and some well executed fan-service.
In this podcast we breakdown the episode, discussing the storytelling, as well as all of the great little technical details and references that make this episode so much fun to watch.
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Lovecraft Country is an incredibly ambitious show. It doesn't always hit the mark, but hits more often than it misses. It's a show that brilliantly genre hops with each episode and the characters are captivating.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we break down this season of Lovecraft Country.
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In this week's Nerd Flix & Chill podcast we have a wide-ranging discussion of things that we are watching. We talk about the trailer for The Mandalorian's second season, as well as Kingdom, which maybe the best show you haven't seen. We also discuss our love of Lovecraft Country and a few other things that we have been watching recently.
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Mulan has finally been released on Disney+ after months of delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While it is a film that has some flaws, it nevertheless tells an important story that will resonate with many. It is a film that speaks to those who have had to hide their passion, talent and power in order to adhere to social and cultural expectations. This is a story of one who defies those expectations and forges a new path.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast we review the film and discuss the experience of streaming versus the theater experience.
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Watchmen's finale was a very successful ending to an incredibly successful show. The final episode brought its main characters and story lines together and tied everything up quite nicely. It was bittersweet, but also inspiring and ends on a more hopeful note than the comic.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we recap the Watchmen finale, See How They Fly.
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Watchmen's penultimate episode takes a step back. It explores the relationship between Angela and Dr. Manhattan, filling in many missing plot details. Manhattan's entrance into the story never overshadows Angela or the narrative. It's another terrific episode with incredible moments and brilliant storytelling.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we recap Watchmen's eighth episode, A God Walks into Abar.
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An Almost Religious Awe delves deeper into Angela's backstory as she recovers her own memories after her overdose on her grandfather's Nostalgia. We learn more about the events that shaped her life and the generational cycles of tragedy and loss that her family has suffered through. Also looming is the presence of Dr. Manhattan throughout the episode, culminating in a major reveal.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we recap the seventh episode of Watchmen.
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Watchmen's sixth episode mostly takes place in the past, and while that lack of forward movement can sometimes stifle shows, it occasionally provides something brilliant. Such is the experience of This Extraordinary Being. Up to this point, Angela Abar has rejected her past, her legacy. But now, she is getting a full dose of it, reliving the memories of her grandfather.
What Angela learns is not just that her grandfather was the first hooded vigilante, but also the difficulties and hardships that he faced. She learns about the anger that lies beneath each injustice that he faced, and the mistakes he made.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we discuss this terrific episode and the awareness it raises and its ongoing cultural relevance.
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Watchmen's fifth episode, Little Fear of Lightning is a character study and origin story for Looking Glass. We come to learn of the events that helped shape this human lie detector and the irony of the hoax that shaped and traumatized him.
This is our Nerd Flix & Chill podcast recap of Watchmen, Little Fear of Lightning.
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It is time for another Nerd Flix & Chill recap of Watchmen. This week, it is the 4th episode, If You Don't Like My Story, Write Your Own. This episode introduces us to the mysterious trillionaire Lady Trieu and immediately establishes her as a character motivated by power. This episode deals heavily with themes of time and legacy. In this podcast, we give our full recap of this very exposition heavy episode.
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The third episode of Watchmen focuses primarily on Laurie Blake, aka Silk Spectre. Her character provides a link from the original comic to the HBO series. This episodes establishes her as a formidable character and also provides insights into the aftermath of the original comic book.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we recap Watchmen's third episode, She Was Killed by Space Junk.
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Watchmen's second episode, Martial Feats of Comanche Horsemanship, starts laying the foundation for the series ongoing themes of vulnerability, and anger as a mask for pain. Additionally, we are also given many clues to the series future reveals that are hidden in plain sight.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we break down the episode and discuss what Will's true purpose in the story is.
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Even though it came out in the fall of 2019, HBO's Watchmen series seems more relevant now than it did then. This is an incredibly layered show with themes on race and analogies to our current political and social climate. This show is also full of some really wonderful storytelling details including great foreshadowing and Easter eggs.
We have decided to do an episode by episode breakdown of this incredible series. In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast we breakdown episode 1 of Watchmen, It's Summer and We're Running Out of Ice.
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We often use movies, television and books as forms of escapism. A way to briefly set aside a reality that can be stressful or scary. However, many beloved stories are about the very issues people often look to escape from. Our favorite stories are full of political messages, social commentary and the fight against systemic oppression. Star Wars is about fascism, HBO’s Watchmen deals with racism, X-Men is an allegory of the Civil Rights Movement.
The fact is, there is no escape from our role and responsibilities as citizens. We cannot turn away from those oppressed in reality, by escaping into stories about the fight against oppression in a fantasy world. We should be using our stories to inspire us, to reinforce our empathy, and aspire to be better.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast, we talk about the political and social undertones of some of our favorite stories.
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In this Nerd Flix & Chill Podcast, voice actor and puppeteer Nate Begle joins us for a great discussion about the beloved MST3K. Nate has been performing the role of Crow T. Robot on the MST3K Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour, as well as the recent MST3K Social Distancing Riff-Along.
Talking to Nate was a lot of fun and he provides a unique insight into the world of Mystery Science Theater 3000.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the film industry to a grinding halt. As a result, most theaters are closed, production has stopped, and releases have been delayed. What will the movie industry look like moving forward?
Will the movie theater experience as we know it die? People have debated this question for decades. The movie houses have endured existential threats before, including: a pandemic, a depression, recessions, the advent of television, home video, and online streaming. But the current pandemic accompanied with other factors will affect how we watch movies, how movies are made and even the types of stories we seek out.
In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast we discuss how the exhibition, consumption and production of films will be impacted by COVID-19.
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In this Nerd Flix & Chill podcast we recap the Westworld season 3 finale, Crisis Theory. We also discuss how the fallout from season 3 sets the stage for an open, chaotic and exciting 4th season.
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