Bestselling fantasy author Brandon Sanderson and author Dan Wells discuss their dislike for various media, from Marvel Eternals to The Hobbit films. They delve into the shortcomings of adaptations like the Harry Potter movies and share their opinions on modern storytelling trends. The conversation also touches on the portrayal of iconic heroes and the nostalgic period of art, highlighting the importance of character development and redemption arcs in storytelling.
Hating good movies challenges personal preferences, requiring more than just bad quality to provoke dislike.
Modern storytelling trends portray beloved heroes negatively, sparking debates on reimagining iconic characters as flawed.
Deep dives
The Complexity of Hating Good Movies
Discussing the unique challenge of hating good movies, the podcast explores how personal preferences can lead to despising well-made films. The hosts share their contrasting views on enjoying bad movies versus disliking good ones, referencing their experiences with 'Battlefield Earth' and 'What About Bob?' The conversation delves into the concept of hating movies that exhibit competent filmmaking and storytelling, requiring more than just bad quality to evoke strong negative feelings.
Depicting Heroes' Downfalls in Modern Storytelling
The discussion extends to modern storytelling trends portraying beloved heroes in a negative light, exemplified by notable characters like Luke Skywalker and Indiana Jones. The hosts examine the implications of reimagining iconic heroes as washed-up or imperfect, reflecting on the sociological and narrative elements influencing such creative choices. They explore the thematic shift from traditional hero arcs to more complex character dilemmas, igniting debates on the impact of these reinterpretations on audience perceptions.
The Divergent Views on Movie Adaptations
Exploring the dynamics of movie adaptations, the conversation delves into the polarizing experiences of watching film versions of beloved literary works. From discussing the challenges of adapting iconic franchises like 'Ghostbusters' to critiquing the choices made in film series such as 'The Hobbit' and DC Extended Universe, the hosts highlight the nuances of respecting source material while navigating creative liberties. The podcast touches on examples like 'Man of Steel' and 'Justice League,' showcasing the intricate relationship between viewer expectations and cinematic reimaginings of familiar narratives.
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells sit down to chat about what Media they just can't stand. From The Hobbit to Harry Potter, join us on this confusing road of hate and confusion.
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(0:00) - Movies We Truly Hate (1:05) - "What About Bob" Like Media (4:07) - Marvel Eternals Shade (5:54) - Fantastic Beasts is a Bore (9:11) - The Long Form Webcomic Problem (10:27) - The Other Harry Potter Movies (12:10) - Disliking James Joyce (18:30) - Finding Dan's Hate (20:18) - Dan LIKE'S The Last Jedi? (21:24) - The New Generation Artists (25:55) - The Latchkey Generation (26:40) - The Oliver Artist Corner Interruption (27:30) - Back to Busting Ghosts (29:39) - The Hobbit Films (Check For Shorts) (32:20) - DC Disappointment, Not Hate
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