Robservations - The Show About Something

Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett discusses how the MCU could change with the revelations expected over the final three episodes of WandaVision, currently streaming on Disney+. Could we see the first hints of mutants, X-men or, maybe even Reed Richards and the Fantastic Four?

Rob also shares letters from Imagination Connoisseurs and answers questions from fans in the livestream chat during the show.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #624 • Originally streamed on February 18, 2021)

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Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett shares information about the global release of the latest Christopher Nolan film, TENET. The film's global release is seen by many as a test of the world's appetite for going back to movie theaters in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Although the film has generated over $200M in box office worldwide, that's far short of the kind of numbers it needs to do to be considered financially successful. But is that a result of the public health crisis or some genuine disagreement about the quality of the film, itself? RMB has an opinion, of course, and asks his fellow Imagination Connoisseurs to write in with their thoughts, too.

Rob then reads and discusses recently received emails from fans and answers questions from those participating in the livestream chat.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #505 • Originally streamed September 5, 2020)

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Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett takes time away from entertainment news to spend time answering letters received over the previous ten days. Covering subjects from time-traveling James Bond to whether or not the X-men already exist in the MCU (we just haven't seen them yet).

Rob also spends some time answering the question of whether or not filmmakers should be fans of the franchises they direct. The answer might surprise you.

In addition to responding to letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs, RMB also takes some time out to respond to questions posed by fans in the livestream chat.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #623 • Originally streamed February 17, 2021)

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ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, celebrates all things Star Trek and talks about the plight of the franchise on CBS: All Access. Plus viewer mail and questions from fans in the livestream chat.

(Originally streamed September 8, 2020)

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Imagination Connoisseurs in the Post-Geek Singularity have been concerned about the fate of movie theaters, but legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese suggests that the stakes might be much, much higher. Who is responsible for the fate of cinema, in general?

Join ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett as he takes an in-depth look at Scorsese's comments and breaks them down based on his own, personal experience in the film industry. It's a unique, up-close look at the movie business you don't find on most entertainment talk shows.

RMB also reads and discusses questions and issues brought up by fellow genre entertainment fans (sent in by email) and addresses questions posited by Imagination Connoisseurs following along in the livestream chat.

All of this and more on today's ROBSERVATIONS - the show about something.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #622 • Originally streamed on February 16, 2021)

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Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, dives deep into the controversy and criticism surrounding Brie Larson's performance and promotion of the MCU film CAPTAIN MARVEL. He also examines the outcry of certain fans against LucasFilm's Kathleen Kennedy. Are there connections that can be made about both figures and those who are criticizing them?

RMB also reads and discusses letters from fans and answers questions from Imagination Connoisseurs watching the show live and chatting about it in the chatroom.

It's just another day in the Post-Geek Singularity. We're glad you're here.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #145 • Originally streamed June 13, 2019)

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Join host Robert Meyer Burnett as he and members of the Post-Geek Singularity Community on YouTube talk about all the spoilers, rumors, theories and breaking news concerning their favorite genre entertainment franchises.

Please note: Due to the nature of this podcast (a spoiler-rich discussion reserved for paid members of the PGS Community on YouTube), the audio podcast of this episode will be released the Wednesday following the original streaming date.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #619 • Originally streamed on February 14, 2021)

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Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, follows up on a previous show about Martin Scorsese's comments concerning the MCU by sharing a story about Francis Ford Coppola's statement backing up his buddy, Marty. Coppola was in France at the time and called MCU films repetitive and "despicable."

Rob also reads and responds to letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs from the Post-Geek Singularity and answers questions by fans participating in the live chat during the show.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #254 • Originally streamed October 20, 2019)

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Join host Robert Meyer Burnett as he takes a closer look at what critics are saying about the "Snyder Cut" of JUSTICE LEAGUE. How is director Zack Snyder's approach to telling the stories of these heroes different from what audiences saw when the film (heavily edited and revised by Joss Wheden and the studio) in 2017?

Rob celebrates the state of genre entertainment today - never before have we seen so many opportunities, so many stories and so many productions of considerable value and appeal. So how do we learn to appreciate what we like and allow others to enjoy entertainment that may not connect with us? Time will tell - but The Burnettwork will be there to celebrate it all with you.

Plus RMB reads and discusses a number of letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs and responds to questions from fans in the live stream during the show.

It's all part of an amazing week on ROBSERVATIONS! Stay tuned for more!

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #621 • Originally streamed on February 15, 2021)

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Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, shares his thoughts (without spoilers) on the newly-released film, JOKER. Todd Phillips' film is more than just a simple homage to Martin Scorsese's TAXI DRIVER and KING OF COMEDY - and RMB explains why.

Also yesterday, Scorsese offered his thoughts on how he views comic book movies - not considering them "cinema" but more like a "theme park ride."

Rob also reads and reacts to viewer letters and answers questions from viewers in the live chat.

(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #240 • Originally streamed October 4, 2019)

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