

Summer Franchise “Retooling” Draft | Mint Edition
Jul 1, 2025
Daniel Chin, a frequent voice on popular film discussions, joins Matthew James, who brings insights on movies and fandom, for a fun retooling draft of major franchises. They evaluate the ups and downs of the DC and Marvel universes while playfully choosing standout films and wild cards. The duo dives into emotional storytelling in superhero narratives, sharing mixed feelings on recent blockbusters like 'Thor: Love and Thunder.' They also explore the quirky relevance of characters like Ace the Bat Hound, blending humor with nostalgia throughout their lively banter.
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Joyful Experience of Spider-Man No Way Home
- Jomi Adeniran recalls the joyful theater experience watching "Spider-Man: No Way Home" and its iconic multiverse moment.
- The film delivered pure audience delight despite its imperfections and hype driven expectations.
Nostalgia as a Box Office Tool
- "No Way Home" showed the MCU how nostalgia is a cheat code for box office success.
- It also sparked a trend focusing more on fan service than strong storytelling.
Jurassic World: Lost Wonder and Entertainment
- Matthew James shares his conflicted feelings about Jurassic World movies, loving the original wonder but finding them mostly dumb popcorn flicks.
- He admits the latest films offer entertainment but lack the adventure and wonder he craved.