In this episode of the Zelda Filmcast, host David Ries dives into the exciting developments surrounding the upcoming Legend of Zelda movie, set to release on May 7, 2027. Expressing hope that the film will prioritize artistic direction over star power. Ries reflects on the potential for the film to blend elements from various Zelda games, while also addressing the challenges of adapting a silent protagonist like Link into a talking character for a live-action format. He emphasizes the importance of a coherent storyline that respects the rich lore of the Zelda universe while appealing to both fans and a broader audience.

00:00 Introduction to the Zelda Filmcast
01:50 Zelda Movie
03:58 Director Wes Ball's Vision
06:57 Sony's Involvement
08:27 The Silent Protagonist Dilemma
12:39 Hopes and Expectations for the Film
15:28 Outro

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In this episode, David Ries explores the concept of fresh starts through the lens of gaming, particularly focusing on the Zelda series. He reflects on personal experiences with starting new games and how they relate to life changes, resolutions, and the idea of resets. The conversation delves into the challenges of hero mode in games, the excitement of new beginnings, and the reality that true resets are often an illusion. David also shares insights on parenthood as a significant life change and encourages listeners to embrace their imperfections while navigating life's choices.

00:00 Cold Open
02:07 Intro & Hero Mode
03:32 New Year Resolutions & Fresh Starts
08:53 Birth as the True Fresh Start
11:38 The Tree Branch
13:34 Using Life's Lessons & Outro

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In this episode, David Ries explores the cinematic world of Mortal Engines. He discusses the Highland Stable from Breath of the Wild, delves into the film adaptation of Mortal Engines, and analyzes its box office performance. The conversation touches on the film's visuals, the concept of Municipal Darwinism, and the complexity of its villains. 

Additionally, a theoretical discussion on what would happen if Ganondorf wore Majora's Mask, inviting listeners to engage

00:00 Introduction
02:20 Jumping into Mortal Engines
08:05 Box Office Flop: Analyzing Mortal Engines
13:36 Visuals and Aesthetics of Mortal Engines
17:54 Villain Analysis in Mortal Engines
23:16 Sidequest: Ganondorf + Majora
26:58 Outro

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In this episode, David introduces a revamped format for the podcast, focusing on the exploration of villains in storytelling. He discusses the essential characteristics that make a villain memorable and effective, including their connection to the protagonist, moral clarity, compelling backstories, and the importance of being a worthy adversary. The conversation delves into various examples from different media, highlighting how these elements contribute to the overall narrative and audience engagement. David also shares his plans for future episodes and encourages listener interaction.

00:00 Intro
00:53 Wiki & Brief Rebrand Discussion
04:20 What makes a Good Villain?
24:49 A Brief Aside on Anti-Heroes
26:29 Reboot/Rebrand
30:24 Outro

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A short message since I haven't uploaded anything lately.

Working on rebranding/reformatting the show to be more sustainable.

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We explore various topics including the latest updates on the Zelda movie, an analysis of the Sony Extended Spider-Verse, and insights into the casting choices for the upcoming Zelda film. This conversation also touches on animation trends and the future of animated storytelling, highlighting the importance of character authenticity and the creative process behind film production.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Film Cast and Zelda Wiki
02:28 Exploring the Sony Extended Spider-Verse
07:48 Kraven the Hunter: A Critical Review
15:06 Casting Insights for the Zelda Movie
22:20 Animation Trends and Future Projects

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Last Call for Venom - Venom: The Last Dance

Venom 3 is a fun popcorn movie to not think about too seriously. Enjoy the action and the humor and don't read too far in-between the lines. I run through parts I liked and disliked, some thoughts that came to me in them and a side quest to talk briefly about a game I've been playing. 

I'll have to return on a later episode and do a full Expedition 33 review and give some insights on what I love there.

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Mad Web Bruh - Madame Web

Looking at the Sony classic Madame Web and admiring it for it's... mediocreness? Not taking the movie too seriously and doing some loose analysis with it. Glad there's only two more Sony Marvel movies left to cover. Hence why I'm starting a new naming convention for some episodes.

Next Movie

Venom: The Last Dance

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It's Morbin' Time

Starting a new naming convention. At the release of an episode I'll have a fun name that will later be "renamed" to just the movie title for those looking through my history.

Talk Nintendo Switch 2, Zelda Movie, Breath of the Wild briefly before we dive into my rough impressions of Morbius. I kind of wanted to like it but the blandness left a bad taste.

Next movie we'll look at for our Avi Arad series is Madame Web.

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Listen while David discusses the tones and themes of Venom 2. The carnage it's referring to may be Brock's character seriousness. Follow us in our series of watching movies to preface the Zelda Movie.

Then David discusses the gorilla scenario with a special Zelda twist!

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