Guest James Gunn, filmmaker and director, discusses his critique of older Batman movies and the weaponization of social media in critiquing films. The podcast also touches on the potential impact of negative opinions dominating online forums and the gatekeeping within the Star Wars fandom. The hosts share their personal opinions on Netflix originals and have a lively discussion about performances in 'Good Omens' and the movie 'Pulp Fiction'.
Delays in the release of films like Dune can potentially reshape the Best Picture race at the Oscars.
James Gunn's past criticism of older Batman movies may increase expectations for his upcoming Batman film.
The viewership numbers for the Ahsoka series highlight the high expectations associated with the Star Wars universe.
Deep dives
Countdown to Oscars: Dune's Release Date Change and Best Picture Race
Dune, which was considered a strong contender for Best Picture at the Oscars, has been pushed back, meaning it is no longer eligible for this year's race. This opens up a spot for another film to make the cut. However, with ongoing strikes affecting the industry, other films in contention could also be delayed, potentially changing the landscape of the Best Picture race even more. Varieties' list of front-runners includes films like Killers of the Flower Moon and Oppenheimer, but if these get delayed, other films like Maestro and The Bike Riders could potentially take their place.
James Gunn's Comments on Old Batman Movies Resurface
James Gunn, who is producing the new Batman movie, has come under scrutiny as old tweets resurface where he criticized previous Batman films. While it is common for opinions to change over time, these comments may put added pressure on Gunn to deliver a stellar Batman film that surpasses the ones he criticized. Critics and fans alike may use his old words to scrutinize his own work when it is released, creating additional challenges for the director and producer.
Ahsoka's Viewership Numbers and Insights
The new series Ahsoka on Disney+ launched with viewership numbers comparable to Andor, but significantly lower than The Mandalorian Season 3 and Obi-Wan. While the numbers are not disappointing, they do highlight the high expectations associated with the Star Wars universe. Ahsoka's success or lack thereof may contribute to the ongoing pressure faced by James Gunn in shaping the direction of forthcoming Star Wars projects.
Ahsoka's Relative Low Viewership Numbers
The debut episode of the Ahsoka series is facing a drop of 50% in viewership compared to Obi-Wan Kenobi and 29% compared to the Mandalorian season three. Although it may be partially attributed to some casual fans being unfamiliar with the character, it is speculated that the lower numbers could be a consequence of the mixed reception of recent Star Wars content, such as Obi-Wan and Mandalorian season three.
James Gunn's Past Criticism of Batman Films
Old tweets resurfaced where James Gunn expressed his dislike for Tim Burton's Batman films and Batman Begins. These tweets were from over 13 years ago, before he was even a known director. While some people are calling for his firing, it is important to understand that these tweets are from a long time ago and do not reflect his current thoughts as the head of DC. It is also worth noting that everyone is entitled to their own opinions on movies, and it should not affect their ability to create great films.
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On today's episode:
00:00 Intro 02:24 Oscars: How The Strikes May Completely Upend Best Picture Race 15:52 Fantastic Four: The Bear’s Ebon Moss-Bachrach As The Thing Reports 26:55 Ahsoka Debut Numbers Same As Andor But Down 50% From Obi-Wan 34:36 James Gunn Trashes Older Batman Movie 49:38 Questions From Our Channel Members
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