It's the Pictures

In this episode of the It's the Pictures podcast, hosts Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss various topics including their experiences with childhood movies, the recent acquisition of Warner Brothers by Skydance, and the impact of the Twilight Zone series. They delve into the themes of nostalgia, the evolution of film and television, and the significance of storytelling in the context of both classic and contemporary works. The conversation delves into various episodes of The Twilight Zone, discussing their themes, character arcs, and notable twists. The hosts reflect on their personal favorites and the impact of the series on storytelling. Finally they discuss recent movies like Animals, Musk, and Verity.

Takeaways

• Nostalgia shapes movie perceptions
• Twilight Zone's themes remain relevant Twilight Zone's iconic twists
• Exploration of human nature

Chapters

• 00:00 Nostalgia and Childhood Movies
• 04:58 Industry News: Skydance and Warner Brothers
• 10:00 The Twilight Zone: A Timeless Classic
• 19:52 Exploring Iconic Twilight Zone Episodes
• 32:06 Character Analysis in Twilight Zone
• 36:39 Thematic Depth of Episodes
• 39:54 Exploring Iconic Episodes
• 44:28 Psychological and Social Commentary
• 48:43 Nostalgia and Rewatch Value
• 50:50 Recent Film Discussions

Max and Evan talk about the films of Zach Cregger, including Barbarian, Weapons, and Resident Evil. Before all that there's Star Wars news, Paramount merger discussion, and more. Stay turned afterward for a discussion on The History of Concrete and 9 to 5.

Max and Evan excitement and buzz surrounding the film festival season, with a focus on the films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. It also delves into the anticipation for upcoming film releases and the impact of documentaries in the current film landscape. Stay tuned for thoughts on Club Kid, Wild Horse Nine, INK, I Play Rocky, and Elsinore. In the What We've Been Watching section stay for reviews on Backrooms, IT Ends, and the new Shaun the Sheep feature.

Takeaways

• Film festival season is in full swing
• Excitement for upcoming film releases Film festival experiences
• Movie reviews
• Upcoming movie releases

Evan and Max begin the episode talking about the celebrities that have passed recently before shifting to the booming box office and the success of 'The Odyssey.' The impact of the Warner Brothers merger is explored, along with the upcoming 'Days of Thunder.'

The episode features a focus on Tim Curry as a cultural icon, discussing the influence of 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' and the legacy of 'Clue.' A lively discussion covering classic adaptations, Tim Curry's iconic roles, the legacy of Tim Curry, nostalgic animated series, cinematic adaptations and TV shows, the impact and influence of Tim Curry, and reflections on Tim Curry's career.

Takeaways

• The impact of celebrity losses on the entertainment industry.
• The success of 'The Odyssey' and the impact of the Warner Brothers merger. Exploration of classic adaptations and their impact on pop culture.
• Reflection on the legacy and influence of Tim Curry's iconic roles.
• Nostalgia for animated series and Muppet movies.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap
• 03:15 Remembering Lost Celebrities
• 37:17 Tim Curry's Iconic Roles
• 38:11 The Legacy of Tim Curry
• 48:17 Muppet Treasure Island and Tim Curry
• 49:24 Dolly Parton's Films and Recent Watches
• 50:09 Recent Movie Viewings
• 51:14 Discussion on Recent Films

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.