The Weekly Planet 555 Creature Commandos & Skeleton Crew
Dec 9, 2024
The latest discussions heat up with cringeworthy marketing attempts for Kraven and excitement over a new Lord of the Rings animated film. Joe's return as Aragorn sparks nostalgia, while insights on James Gunn's DCU plans keep fans buzzing. The review of 'Skeleton Crew' showcases its impressive production values, alongside critiques of 'Creature Commandos' and its character dynamics. Humorous anecdotes add flavor as they explore adaptations and nostalgic themes that resonate across generations.
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Kraven's Box Office Prospects
- James discussed Kraven's poor opening weekend projections, comparing them to Morbius and Madam Web.
- He mentioned the film's surprisingly high budget and expressed doubt about its profitability.
War of the Rohirrim Director
- The hosts discussed the upcoming Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim anime film.
- James mentioned the director, Kenji Kamiyama, and his previous work on Ghost in the Shell and other anime projects.
Viggo Mortensen's Potential Return
- Writer Philippa Boyens discussed the possibility of Viggo Mortensen returning as Aragorn in the Gollum spin-off movie.
- She mentioned that it depends on the script and Viggo's willingness, with the film involving digital de-aging.
