Be Kind Rewind

Disney finally named its next CEO, but history says this moment is more fragile than it looks.

Josh D’Amaro is officially stepping into the role ahead of Bob Iger’s planned exit, and this time, Disney is promising a real transition instead of a rushed handoff.

In this episode, I walk through why this move makes sense, why Disney’s past leadership changes struggled, and what has to happen for this one to actually work.

Chapters:

Summary

In this episode of Be Kind Rewind, Joe Young discusses the latest in movie news, including Jason Momoa's portrayal of Lobo in the upcoming Supergirl film, the promising trailer for Masters of the Universe, and Netflix's strategic moves in the film industry. He also dives into the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, highlighting the significance of the films recognized this year and their connection to audience engagement.

Takeaways

• Jason Momoa embodies Lobo perfectly, enhancing the DC Universe.
• The Masters of the Universe trailer sets a confident tone.
• Netflix is consolidating power in the film industry.
• The 45-day theatrical window is a strategic move by Netflix.
• Sinners has made history with the most Oscar nominations ever.
• This year's Oscar nominations reflect audience favorites.
• The soundtrack of F1 elevates the film experience significantly.
• Sinners blends various music genres into its storytelling.
• The Oscars are becoming more aligned with popular films.
• Joe expresses a genuine interest in this year's Academy Awards.

Chapters

00:00 - Intro

00:35 - Jason Momoa as Lobo: A Game Changer for DC

03:18 - Masters of the Universe: A Promising New Take

05:15 - Netflix's Power Shift in the Film Industry

11:12 - The 98th Academy Awards: A New Era of Nominations

17:19 - Outro

Summary

In this episode of Be Kind Rewind, Joe Young discusses the significant leadership changes at Lucasfilm, with Kathleen Kennedy transitioning out and Dave Filoni and Lin-Wen Brennan stepping into key roles. The restructuring aims to separate creative and business leadership, which could lead to a more balanced and intentional direction for the Star Wars franchise.

Joe expresses cautious optimism about Filoni's ability to lead creatively, while acknowledging the challenges ahead. The conversation highlights the potential for growth and stability in the Star Wars universe, as well as the risks involved in this new leadership model.

Takeaways

• Disney has restructured leadership at Lucasfilm.
• Kathleen Kennedy is transitioning to a producer role.
• Dave Filoni is now president and chief creative officer.
• Lin-Wen Brennan is co-president, overseeing business operations.
• This change represents a significant shift for Lucasfilm.
• Separating creative and business leadership is a smart move.
• Filoni's understanding of Star Wars lore is deep.
• There are concerns about Filoni's live-action direction.
• The new structure aims to bring clarity and confidence.
• The future of Star Wars is hopeful but uncertain.

Chapters

00:00 Disney's Major Shift in Star Wars Leadership

02:54 The Implications of Filoni and Brennan's Roles

04:56 The Future of Star Wars: Hopes and Concerns