Max and Evan discuss the summer box office, movie news, and upcoming film festivals. Films coming to TIFF, Venice, NYFF, and probably Telluride are discussed. The conversation covers upcoming movies, including a new film starring Pedro Pascal and a biopic about Anthony Bourdain. It also delves into the new Spider-Man movie.

Chapters

• 00:00 New Setup and Background
• 03:02 Summer Box Office and Movie Selections
• 05:53 Movie News and Anticipation for Film Festivals
• 29:27 Upcoming Movies
• 33:28 The Anthony Bourdain Biopic
• 51:15 The New Spider-Man Movie

This week Max and Evan are joined by author Daniel Dockery to discuss his upcoming Batman: The Animated Series novel, I Am The Knight. They start with the news about the Warner Brothers and Paramount merger, and the implications of studio mergers in Hollywood. The future of Hollywood and film diversity is also discussed, along with Marvel news and horror movie trailers. The episode concludes with a transition to the featured topic: Batman the Animated Series. The conversation delves into the impact of Batman: The Animated Series, the genesis of 'I Am the Night,' character redefinition and evolution, and the villains of the series. It explores the lasting influence of the animated series on popular culture and the redefinition of iconic characters. The conversation delves into the exploration of Batman's higher purpose and the impact of his destiny, comparing storytelling devices and the enduring legacy of Batman: The Animated Series. It also discusses the artistry and technique of animation, the timeless appeal of Batman: The Animated Series, and the evolution of the animation industry.

Stay tuned afterwards for a discussion on the new Jackie Chan 4K Boxset from Arrow and a review of the Apple TV+ movie, The Dink.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction
• 00:55 Movie Theater Weekend and Animated Series Discussion
• 01:49 Introduction of Guest and Book Discussion
• 02:59 Impact of Batman the Animated Series
• 04:35 Discussion on Warner Brothers and Paramount Merger
• 05:21 Implications of Studio Mergers
• 06:22 The Future of Hollywood and Film Diversity
• 06:27 Discussion on Black Panther and Marvel News
• 11:26 Horror Movie Trailers and Batman Animated Series Memories
• 23:28 Transition to Featured Topic: Batman the Animated Series
• 28:06 The Impact of Batman: The Animated Series
• 30:23 The Genesis of 'I Am the Night'
• 48:12 Character Redefinition and Evolution
• 53:12 The Villains of Batman: The Animated Series
• 58:45 Exploring Batman's Higher Purpose
• 59:36 The Impact of Batman's Destiny
• 01:00:49 Comparing Storytelling Devices
• 01:04:36 The Enduring Legacy of Batman: The Animated Series
• 01:05:08 The Artistry and Technique of Animation
• 01:08:25 The Timeless Appeal of Batman: The Animated Series
• 01:10:07 The Evolution of Animation Industry
• 01:12:49 The Influence of Batman: The Animated Series
• 01:19:55 The Impact of Jackie Chan's Work
• 01:24:26 Exploring Dinosaur Movies
• 01:26:58 The Comedy of The Dink

The episode begins with a discussion about the late Sam Neill. Max Covill and Evan Crean also discuss the impact of streaming services on physical media and the film industry. They provide updates on the summer movie game and share their thoughts on recent movie releases. The conversation covers the life and career of Sam Neill, focusing on his notable roles in films like Jurassic Park, The Hunt for Red October, and In the Mouth of Madness. It also delves into his later work in movies like The Hunt for the Wilderpeople and TV shows like Peaky Blinders. The hosts also share their recent movie viewings and thoughts on the Odyssey, with a focus on the film's themes, performances, and production.

Takeaways

• Sam Neill's passing is a significant loss to the film industry.
• The impact of streaming services on physical media and the film industry is a topic of concern.
• Sam Neill's impact as an actor spans across various genres and time periods. His ability to portray complex characters and his enduring presence in the film industry are noteworthy. Sam Neill movie recommendations
• Thoughts on Jurassic World Dominion
• Insights on the Odyssey film

Chapters

• 00:00 Remembering Sam Neill
• 21:37 Summer Movie Game Update
• 20:53 Impact of Streaming Services
• 27:01 Remembering Sam Neill
• 28:38 Early Career and Jurassic Park
• 32:34 The Hunt for Red October and Other Films
• 46:23 In the Mouth of Madness and Later Work
• 57:59 Sam Neill and Movie Recommendations
• 58:50 Discussion on the Odyssey
• 01:01:56 Recent Movie Viewings
• 01:10:15 Exploring the Themes of the Odyssey
• 01:13:02 Film Production and Performances
• 01:27:51 Upcoming Film Festivals and Concluding Remarks

Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss the Enola Holmes trilogy on this episode of the It's the Pictures podcast. First they discuss the Heat 2 casting rumors and revisit the Summer Box Office game. Then they discuss all three titles in the Netflix series, Enola Holmes. Is it a winning vehicle for star Millie Bobby Brown or is this a case best left unsolved? Max and Evan finish with reviewing Minions & Monsters, Jackass: Best and Last, and a look back at the Rambo movies.

Max and Evan discuss the four theatrical films of the Jackass franchise ahead of the series finale, Jackass: Best and Last. First they discuss Google investing in film studio A24 and give an update on the Summer Box Office Game. Then the guys talk about the four Jackass movies. Stay tuned afterwards for a discussion on Toy Story 5 and the original Cape Fear movie.

Max and Evan of It's the Pictures are joined by journalist and newsletter writer, Andrew Liptak. Liptak runs the successful newsletter Transfer Orbit on Science-Fiction / Fantasy novels. The three men discuss Steven Spielberg and his many alien movies including Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T., War of the Worlds, and Disclosure Day.

Max and Evan begin with a discussion of the Cannes Film Festival, Matt Damon's role in The Daniels' project, and the surprising box office performance of a horror movie. The transition to discussing Pedro Pascal's career leads to a review of his role in The Mandalorian and The Last of Us, as well as a review of Fantastic Four: First Steps. Pedro Pascal's rise to fame, versatility, and compelling performances are highlighted as key takeaways from the conversation. The conversation delves into Pedro Pascal's diverse roles, showcasing his range as an actor.

Stay tuned for what we've been watching as Evan discusses the new Apple TV+ series, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed and Widow's Bay.

Takeaways

• Pedro Pascal's rise to fame was marked by his role in Game of Thrones and later in The Mandalorian, showcasing his versatility and talent as an actor.
• Pascal's portrayal of Joel in The Last of Us and Reed Richards in Fantastic Four: First Steps further solidified his status as a versatile and compelling actor. Pedro Pascal's diverse roles showcase his range as an actor

In this episode of It's the Pictures, Max and Evan give an update to the box office game, Greta Gerwig's Narnia release, Karl Urban's talent, a Fast and Furious TV series, and more. The conversation delves into Karl Urban's diverse roles in various franchises, including Star Trek, Thor Ragnarok, Dread, Mortal Kombat 2, The Boys. Finally there's a conversation on Ready or Not 2, The Fan, The Killer, and Mother Mary.

Takeaways

• Karl Urban's versatile acting career

Chapters

• 00:00 Technical Difficulties and Box Office Updates
• 06:29 Fast and Furious TV Series and Spin-Offs
• 17:06 Summer Movie Game Update and Devil Wears Prada 2
• 30:58 The State of Star Trek
• 36:59 Karl Urban's Role in Mortal Kombat 2
• 42:16 Karl Urban in Mortal Kombat 2
• 51:26 Ready or Not 2

Max and Evan discuss upcoming summer movies, box office predictions, and make their picks for the summer movie contest. The hosts also share their thoughts on upcoming movies and documentaries they have seen.

Takeaways

• Box office success of superhero movies is not guaranteed, and the performance of sequels can vary.
• The popularity of characters like Baby Yoda and the Minions can drive box office success.
• The impact of familiar characters and franchises on audience engagement and box office performance.
• The unpredictability of box office success and the influence of marketing and audience reception on movie performance. Animated films are a popular choice for the summer box office.
• Live-action remakes of animated classics are a trend in the film industry.
• Documentaries provide insight into different cultures and social issues.

Chapters

• 00:00 Summer Movie Contest Picks
• 05:23 Box Office Predictions and Movie Franchises
• 19:17 Spider-Man Brand New Day and Toy Story 5
• 33:52 Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and Minions and Monsters
• 41:06 Recent Movie Reviews and Documentaries

In this episode of the It's the Pictures podcast, Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss recent movies, the Cannes Film Festival, and the career of Meryl Streep. They also share their thoughts on 'The Devil Wears Prada' and other films featuring Meryl Streep. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the portrayal of Meryl Streep in 'The Devil Wears Prada,' the impact of body image comments in the film, and a discussion of other Meryl Streep movies such as 'Defending Your Life' and 'Silkwood.' The hosts also share their thoughts on 'Life of Brian' and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'

Takeaways

• Meryl Streep holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations of any actor in history.
• The hosts discuss recent movies, the Cannes Film Festival, and the career of Meryl Streep.
• The Devil Wears Prada is an iconic role for Meryl Streep, and the hosts share their thoughts on the movie and other films featuring Meryl Streep. Meryl Streep's portrayal in 'The Devil Wears Prada' was surprising and impactful.
• Body image comments in the film sparked a discussion about their impact and relevance.
• The hosts discussed other Meryl Streep movies, including 'Defending Your Life' and 'Silkwood.'
• The hosts shared their thoughts on 'Life of Brian' and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'

Chapters

• 00:00 Recent Movies and Theater Visits
• 05:18 TV Adaptation of Dungeon Crawler Book Series
• 19:10 Meryl Streep's Career and The Devil Wears Prada
• 29:56 Meryl Streep in 'The Devil Wears Prada'
• 36:01 Discussion of Other Meryl Streep Movies
• 52:22 Review of 'Life of Brian'
• 59:13 Revisiting 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'