Close Up

By Thought Plane Media

We get Close Up on a variety of entertainment-- including film, television, and comics. For substantive reviews, history, trivia, lists, and debates.

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The podcast currently has 160 episodes available.

Close Up episodes:

September 07, 2022 Light and Magic Reignited Our Love of Film
Light and Magic nearly made Ryan and Joe switch careers. The wizards in this documentary created almost everything we (and maybe you) love. But not enough people talk about it, so we've got to pick up the internet's slack.
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Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker
Edited by Joseph Morin
Close Up cover art by Justin Church
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1h 8min
August 31, 2022 Ryan and Joe's Top 10 Favourite Films of All Time
Ryan and Joe share for you their favourite films! We're always passionate about our subject matter, but even moreso this time. Spoiler alert: a few of our picks may be controversial...
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1h 13min
August 24, 2022 How Batman Hurts DC's Brand
Batman is one of the most over-exposed characters in pop culture history. Ryan and Joe are fed up with the Caped Crusader stealing the spotlight over his equally-compelling counterparts! This message goes out to DC with the best of intentions: please give us less Batman.
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1h 5min
August 17, 2022 Prey and Bullet Train Are Some of 2022's Best Films
All aboard for this latest Close Up, where Ryan and Joe review Prey and Bullet Train. Our specials include raving, critique, and a healthy dose of comedy. Thank you for choosing Close up and have a nice day!
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1h 6min
August 10, 2022 Ryan Explains God of War to Someone Who's Never Played GoW
Joe's never played God of War (any of them). He's determined to play the newest instalment. But can Ryan convince him to play the original trilogy? Find out on this episode of Close Up!
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1h 6min
August 03, 2022 Joe Hates His Favourite Entertainment Now (Franchise Fatigue Debate)
Joe is sick of all entertainment he used to love. Ryan thinks the status quo is fine. Watch us debate the issue of franchise fatigue, and decide for yourself!
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1h
July 27, 2022 In Defense of Tron: Legacy and Rocky V
Close Up's newest sub-series dares to defend films which the public at large dislikes. This instalment features our best defenses for Tron: Legacy and Rocky V (much to Ryan's chagrin).
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1h 2min
July 20, 2022 Stranger Things S4 Vol 2 Left Us Desperate for More
Stranger Things closed out Season 4 with explosive force! Ryan and Joe were blown away by the ending, though not left entirely satisfied. Find out what we thought on this episode of Close Up!
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Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker
Edited by Joseph Morin
Close Up cover art by Justin Church
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59min
July 16, 2022 Thor: Love and Thunder Failed to Reach its Potential
Thor: Love and Thunder is a fun, though flawed time at the movies. Joe actually liked a film better than Ryan for a change. So this episode is a must watch just to see Joe be less nitpicky!
Originally released Jul 13, 2022
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Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker
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Close Up cover art by Justin Church
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1h 1min
July 16, 2022 Obi-Wan Kenobi Episodes 4-6: Makes These Star Wars Fans Happy
Ryan and Joe review the second half of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Joe still has more problems than Ryan, but where do we ultimately land on this emotional roller-coaster of a series?
ORIGINALLY RELEASED July 6, 2022
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Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker
Edited by Joseph Morin
Cover art by Justin Church
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1h 16min

FAQs about Close Up:

How many episodes does Close Up have?

The podcast currently has 160 episodes available.