Replayable Podcast: Recent Episodes
Derian McCrea
Replayable is a space where we value the currency of new ideas.
This podcast explores these ideas and how we can engage in an impactful manner that pushes the medium of games forward.
**This week we are watching Volcano high an early 2000 cult classic! This show was recommended by co-host Kris Twum! Big shout outs! This Film's backdrop takes place in an infamous school where conflict is solved by one way, combat! Reminiscent of early kung-fu action flicks, this film follows the protagonist with an ominous past, as he relocates to a new school, Volcano High! Forced to find his way through the treacherous social hierarchy, he must fight to earn respect. This is definitely a must watch! Spoilers ahead! If you haven't seen it please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"If I had the power you have, I wouldn't let a friend go just like that..."**
**This week we are watching Heartstopper on Netflix! This show was recommended by co-host Giulia Santin!! Big shout outs! This Series is a coming into oneself story and having the confidence to be authentic in the most admiral pursuit, love! Based off a graphic novel we follow the story of a group of friends and their experience within a society at odds. I really enjoyed the honestly and the grounded nature that the story brings. In the end, we all just want to belong, as well as to be accepted for who we are. This is definitely a must watch! Spoilers ahead! If you haven't seen it please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"Do you ever fell like, you're only doing things because everyone else? And your scared to change, or do something that might confuse or surprise people? Your real personality has been, life buried inside your for a really long time...." - Nick**
**This week we have Prey, directed by Dan Trachtenberg! Recommended by co-host Amanda Properzi ( and myself -huge Pedator fan- ) Shout outs! I really enjoyed the historical fiction this movie took place in. Painting the backdrop of the first encounter with the iconic Predator! The right of passage for Naru, a medicine woman's wish to become a hunter to protect her tribe. One hitch, her first challenge, Predator! Big spoilers ahead!!!! If you haven't seen it please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"You think that I am not a hunter. That i am not a threat. That is what makes me so dangerous. You can't see that I'm killing you. And it won't either." Naru**
**This week we have a Sci-fi thriller Upgrade ! I really enjoyed some of the physical concepts in this film which takes place in the not so distance future. The story takes you on a revenge tour tracking down the people who derailed your life with the help of an AI companion. filled with twists and turns and an intriguing plot twist, this is a must see! Spoilers ahead! If you haven't seen it please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"What if I told you I could offer you something that would enable you to walk again...?"**
This week we have the classic cartoon movie remake Chip n Dale on Disney + ! This flick was recommended by co-host Amanda Properzi Shout outs!! The comedy is a hit with folks who are familiar with the Brand. But a story that is very divergent direction of were I thought the story ended up. It all starts off with a mystery that bring the old crew back together again. Spoilers ahead! If you haven't seen it please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"They'll like me for who I am, not like last time when the internet got one look at my human teeth and burned the place down..." -Ugly Sonic
This week Severance directed by Ben Stiller on apple TV+!!!! An absolutely must experience! Some of the most creative direction in story telling I've seen in a very long time! Edge of your seat intrigue with an interesting cast of characters in a "normal" but off kilter setting. Everything is not what it seems! The directorial debut of Stiller is excellent bringing to life writer's Dan Erickson vision. Big SPOILERS AHEAD! If you haven't seen it please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"I Am Certain You Will Remain With Me In Spirit, In Some Deep And Yet Completely Inaccessible Corner Of My Mind..."
SUSPIRIA directed by Dario Argento is a gem of a flick! MUST MUST WATCH!!! The stage he sets with this adventure down the rabbit hole puts us at an illustrious school for international dancers. It opens as the protagonist landing in an airport passing through a monsoon type storm. Also, Argento's pairing with Technicolor who, at the time, was a cutting edge technology that set a new standard for vibrant colours shown on the big screen, pays off in spades! The soundtrack is yet again established by Goblin with an eerie, ominous tone. SPOILERS AHEAD! If you haven't seen this Film please check it out! Annnnd as you know, we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AAA landscape. Enjoy! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"Bad luck isn't brought by broken mirrors, but by broken minds...."
DEEP RED, I remember being introduced to this film when I was living on Montreal! Dario Argento's style is unlike any other director i've seen from his era. This film takes place in Italy, when during a forum a killer is invoked to kill again. During this twisted tail your taken for a surreal ride acoustically by the group Goblin who worked with Dario to create an incredibly influential soundtrack (that's been heavily sampled by many current bands) This film is a must watch. Spoilers ahead!!! Annnnd as you know we break it down and fit it into what it might play like in this AA landscape. Enjoy!
i**f you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"You think your telling the truth but in fact, your telling your version of the truth..."**
n this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss EDGE OF TOMORROW Directed by Doug Liman! This action adventure film takes us on a wild ride to a future war / an alien invasion with a reluctant hero Tom Cruz! If you haven't seen this film by now, it's a must watch! Incredible action, incredible VFX with really solid acting by one of my favorite actresses Emily Blunt! If you don't know by now, SPOILERS ahead! We later discuss what his vision of the world/film would feel like in a triple AAA game. We'll break down the motifs and mechanics that would best support an interesting, engaging playthrough. We really had fun this episode!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"Up, Down, Up, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, A, B, A, B, Select then Start..."
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss EDGE OF TOMORROW Directed by Doug Liman! This action adventure film takes us on a wild ride to a future war / an alien invasion with a reluctant hero Tom Cruz! If you haven't seen this film by now, it's a must watch! Incredible action, incredible VFX with really solid acting by one of my favorite actresses Emily Blunt! If you don't know by now, SPOILERS ahead! We later discuss what his vision of the world/film would feel like in a triple AAA game. We'll break down the motifs and mechanics that would best support an interesting, engaging playthrough. We really had fun this episode!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"Up, Down, Up, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, A, B, A, B, Select then Start..."
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss US Directed by Jordan Peele! This psychological horror thriller takes us back to a simpler time with a devious twist of fate where the main character returns years later, where it all took place. Jordan Peele does an incredible job of taking us on the perilous journey in this reframed world, and at the end leaves you with questions that linger... SPOILERS AHEAD!!! If you haven't checked it out, it's a must watch! We later discuss what his vision of the world/film would feel like in a triple AAA game. We'll break down the motifs and mechanics that would best support an interesting, engaging playthrough.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"PUUUT FIIIVE ONNNN IT...."
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Turning Red Directed by Domee Shi! Domee Shi is Pixar's first solo Female directed film! It's history folks! Turning Red takes place in Toronto in early 2002 where Meilin Is catapulted into womanhood via her transformation into a giant red panda! O.O The mystery as to why this transformation takes place is a family secret that has yet to be unveiled... SPOILERS!!!This film is a MUST WATCH!!! If you haven't seen it check it!!!! As usual, we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an amazing adventure that rings true to this landmark film.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"4-Town in the HOUUUUUSEEEE!!!"
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Turning Red Directed by Domee Shi! Domee Shi is Pixar's first solo Female directed film! It's history folks! Turning Red takes place in Toronto in early 2002 where Meilin Is catapulted into womanhood via her transformation into a giant red panda! O.O The mystery as to why this transformation takes place is a family secret that has yet to be unveiled... SPOILERS!!!This film is a MUST WATCH!!! If you haven't seen it check it!!!!
As usual, we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an amazing adventure that rings true to this landmark film.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"4-Town in the HOUUUUUSEEEE!!!"
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea get into Fallen starring Denzel Washington! This 1998 Thriller tells a story of a captured and convicted cereal killer who's on death row. Hobbs, the detective, who tracked him down and watched him die, faces an all new evil when a string of copy cat killings begin to resurface. As usual, we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive asymmetrical experience. SPOILERS!!!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"Tiiiiime is on my side, yes it is..."
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea get into Fallen starring Denzel Washington!
This 1998 Thriller tells a story of a captured and convicted cereal killer who's on death row. Hobbs, the detective, who tracked him down and watched him die, faces an all new evil when a string of copy cat killings begin to resurface. As usual, we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive asymmetrical experience. SPOILERS!!!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
"Tiiiiime is on my side, yes it is..."
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea get into Candyman-Candyman-Candyman-Candyman ?!?!!
Say it 5 times and it might not be the candy your looking for. :/ It's a thriller that takes off from the early 90's rendition of the Candyman but contemporized. Directed by Nia DaCosta, she takes us on a tale deep into the films established lore of the Candyman with a new twist. As usual, we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive impactful cooperative experience. SPOILERS!!!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
...Candyman!!!!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea get into Ghostbusters Afterlife!
What else can be said about Canada's own Dan Aykroyd! From Ottawa, Dan was the creator and writer for the 80's sensational Ghostbusters who breathed life in Ghostbusters Afterlife. Gozer never sleeps and has been plotting it's return, to bring supernatural hell on earth! As usual, we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive impactful experience. SPOILERS!!! Who you gunna call?
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Greg Daniels's Amazon Original's Upload! What is an upload and what kinds of challenges does this new platform have! This Series takes place in the not so distant future where humanity embarks upon a new journey, into something similar, to the metaverse. As usual we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive impactful META experience.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Denis Villeneuve's Dune! A Sci-Fi space opera taking us on a journey to Arrakis. In the distant future where the House Atreides takes over the planet to farm the universe's most powerful resource, spice. This is Frank Herbert's first novel in the series, published in 1965, and is considered one of the greatest science fiction novels of all time! I really enjoyed this movie! We compare the two media, and as usual we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive impactful experience. Montreal in the house!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Denis Villeneuve's Dune! A Sci-Fi space opera taking us on a journey to Arrakis. In the distant future where the House Atreides takes over the planet to farm the universe's most powerful resource, spice. This is Frank Herbert's first novel in the series, published in 1965, and is considered one of the greatest science fiction novels of all time! I really enjoyed this movie! We compare the two media, and as usual we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored to create an immersive impactful experience. Montreal in the house!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Marvel's Shang-Chi! An action packed edge of your seat roller coaster of a film with it's incredible action sequences starring Toronto's very own Simu Liu! Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton he takes Shang-Chi on a hero's quest to mend his family's past and confront the power of the Ten Rings! Huge props!!! I really enjoyed this movie! As usual we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored combat wise as well exploring new technologies could help support its development. Toronto in the house!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Marvel's Shang-Chi! An action packed edge of your seat roller coaster of a film with it's incredible action sequences starring Toronto's very own Simu Liu! Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton he takes Shang-Chi on a hero's quest to mend his family's past and confront the power of the Ten Rings! Huge props!!! I really enjoyed this movie! As usual we break it down to see how it would fit into the landscape of AAA games, discussing what elements could be explored combat wise as well exploring new technologies could help support its development. Toronto in the house!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss John Carpenter's The Thing! A movie with a massive cult following for it's vfx special effects that where ahead of their time in the 1980's. This movie is a physiological thriller of who can you trust, when a young Kurt Russell, leads an American research team stationed in Antarctica that's hunted by a shapeshifting Alien! Among us fans you will not be disappointed! As always, we break it down and try to come up with a AAA rendition of how it might fit into today's landscape of games.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Your Name/Kimi no na wa! This film directed by Makoto Shinkai who managed to compose an incredible story about love through time. Visually stunning we follow our protagonists
in a mundane world, with a surreal sci fi twist. This multi award winning film, embarks upon the depth of friendship on a quest to re-write history. As always, we break it down and try to come up with a AAA rendition of how it might fit into today's landscape of games.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Predestination! This film directed by both Michael Spierig and Peter Spierig staring Ethan Hawke base on a short story "All You Zombies". A Thrilling mind bending film that dips into the ramifications of an agent on the edge of retirement as he tracks down a time travelling terrorist. After the initial story breakdown, we try to reframe it's context into a AAA game!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Predestination! This film directed by both
Michael Spierig and Peter Spierig staring Ethan Hawke base on a short story "All You Zombies". A Thrilling mind bending film that dips into the ramifications of an agent on the edge of retirement as he tracks down a time travelling terrorist. After the initial story breakdown, we try to reframe it's context into a AAA game!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, discuss Across the Universe! This film is directed by Julie Taymor! An incredibly fun and interesting depiction of one of my favorite bands, The Beatles. It's an acoustic interpretation of the bands music through the lives of a cast of people during the 1960's and 1970's. How would this play if it was a game? What would make it interesting? We touch on a few of those topics as we breakdown this film. Enjoy!
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Ex Machina! This film is directed by Alex Garland**! A thriller the proposes some philosophical and ethical questions framing artificial intelligence's value. An extraordinary turing test takes place putting Caleb, the protagonist, in the heart of it. We also discuss how framing a game as a single player experience might benefit if it broke the mold.
If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!**
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss The Mitchells vs. the Machines! This film is directed by Michael Rianda! One of the more fresh and visually compelling films of 2021 about Katie and her struggles to find her people and mend the relationship with her Father... and the world burns being taken over by a fleet of killer robots... Nuts!!! In this episode we also talk about gamifying certain elements and try to blend Amanda's obsession with Beat 'em Up's into a compelling AAA title! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Ready Player One! This film directed by Steven Spielberg! What else can you say about Spielberg's!?! He's essentially directed almost every 80's movie classic! Annnd we later "gamify" the film to see what interesting elements that we find and work with, that contribute to an interesting replayable play. Spoilers ahead! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Ready Player One! This film directed by Steven Spielberg! What else can you say about Spielberg's!?! He's essentially directed almost every 80's movie classic! Annnd we later "gamify" the film to see what interesting elements that we find and work with, that contribute to an interesting replayable play. Spoilers ahead! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Iron Giant! This film directed by Brad Bird has a massive cult following with an insightful and impact message, choice! Annnd we later "gamify" the film to see what interesting elements that we find and work with, that contribute to an interesting play. Spoilers ahead! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Constantine staring the one and only Keanu Reeves. This film portrays an underground religious war that both Angels and Demons are waging over humanities soul! Annnd we later "gamify" the film to see what interesting elements that we find and work with, that contribute to an interesting play. Spoilers ahead! If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. This book discusses topic of mental and the struggles in which the protagonist battles to find new hope and meaning in her life. Through the library she begins to see the value her life has and how it impacts the people around her. We also ask the question of how would be best reimagine this as a AAA game. If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
This week of Replayable, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Leon the Professional, another gritty rated R thriller Directed by Luc Besson. This cult classic explores the elements of relationships as well as what it takes to create a slick action film that has heart which also respects the audience's perspective. We also answer the question of how we would reimagine this movie as a AAA title. If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Sicario a gritty rated R thriller Directed by Denis Villeneuve. Sicario is a dark narrative of what it takes to confront evil that has no morals, no fear and no remorse. We touch upon Emily Blunt's character and how her role impacted the film. We also answer the question of how we would reimagine this movie as a AAA title. If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this episode of Replayable, Jennifer Owen, Amanda Properzi and myself, Derian McCrea discuss Sicario a gritty rated R thriller Directed by Denis Villeneuve. Sicario is a dark narrative of what it takes to confront evil that has no morals, no fear and no remorse. We touch upon Emily Blunt's character and how her role impacted the film. We also answer the question of how we would reimagine this movie as a AAA title. If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
In this season opener on Replayable, Jennifer Owen and myself discuss the impact of war from the perspective of two characters. How hope, guidance and social standing, within a post war context, impacts their journey. The topics covered in this episode are of a more mature nature, as we pay respect and attempt to convey how to express this media in an impactful manner through the videogame medium. If you have comments or suggestions for new episodes email replayablepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!