Intentionally Blank How is Thunderbolts* A Good Movie? - Intentionally Blank EP. 229
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Oct 22, 2025 Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells dive into the world of Marvel, focusing on Thunderbolts and whether it hints at a comeback for the franchise. They share their initial reactions, highlighting a strong emotional ending and a chilling showdown with the villain. However, they critique the film's uneven pacing and similar character powers. The discussion touches on darker themes and underdeveloped characters, particularly Ghost and Bucky. Ultimately, they recommend it despite its flaws, giving it a solid six out of ten.
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Bulgarians Breaking In To Make Burgers
- Dan and Brandon open the episode with a submitted food-heist story about Bulgarians making burgers in a closed restaurant.
- The hosts enjoy the oddity and discuss the intern who curates their food-heist spreadsheet.
Mixed Quality: Highs And Weak Foundations
- Thunderbolts has high peaks but rests on characters the hosts don't care about, producing mixed results.
- Brandon rates it a 6 (maybe 6.5) and Dan a 7, reflecting strong moments amid weak foundations.
Power Similarity Dulls Ensemble
- The Thunderbolts' powers feel homogeneous and uninteresting compared with Guardians' diverse team quirks.
- Variety in character traits, not just power functions, makes ensemble teams feel distinct and lovable.