Justice League Universe Podcast: Recent Episodes
JL Universe
In this podcast, we analyze each scene of the Warner Brothers DC Films that are part of the Justice League Universe, which started with Man of Steel and expanded with Batman v Superman. We love the depth of meaning in these films and we love discussing them with other fans. Get bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast
Themyscira
The motherbox's timing
Steppenwolf's design
Battle in the temple
Hippolyta and her warriors
Horseback action
Hippolyta and Menalippe discuss the ancient warning fire
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html
Terrorists on Tower Bridge
Diana and the Statute of Justice
The Lasso of Truth
Old Bailey Fight Scene
Explosion and Children's Rescue
"Anything you want to be"
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html
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Martha at the cemetery
Some other Kent graves
Bruce and Alfred between the helicopter and plane
Lois and her daily visit to Heroes Park
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Superman's impact continues to spread
Bruce in the mountains
Icelandic village and symbols
Bruce and the mayor
Bruce and Arthur
"Strongest alone"
Poem by Rósa Guðmundsdóttir
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The Kent's Midwest Farm
Choice and Acts of God
Wanting to help but learning about complexities
Connections to Superman issue #1
"Maybe" and its controversies
Zack Snyder and the power of unconditional love
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Company Logos
Lightning and connections to BvS
Character's emotional reactions
Super vocals
The start of Victor Stone's character arc
Lex's communion and continuity questions
The death scream in Atlantis with Mera
The death scream in Themyscira with Philippus
Tom Holkenborg's music
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html
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GoFundMe #RestoreTheSnyderVerse https://www.gofundme.com/f/restorethesnyderverse-mobile-billboard-afsp
https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Sound_Manipulation
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/amp/features/ray-fisher-opens-up-about-justice-league-joss-whedon-and-warners-i-dont-believe-some-of-these-people-are-fit-for-leadership
Themes - stronger together, free will, second chances, and more (0:01:32)
Introduction to character analysis (0:28:30)
Bruce Wayne / Batman (0:29:13)
Diana Prince / Wonder Woman (0:33:00)
Victor Stone / Cyborg (0:38:16)
Steppenwolf and Darkseid (0:46:29)
Arthur Curry / Aquaman (0:50:38)
Barry Allen / The Flash (0:54:52)
Clark Kent / Superman (0:58:21)
Lois Lane and Martha Kent (1:08:02)
Comments on the Dawn of Justice Trilogy (1:11:30)
Ending Remarks (1:18:40)
Written by Sam Otten, Alessandro Maniscalco, and Rebecca Johnson
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/03/themes-and-character-arcs-in-zack.html
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https://play.hbomax.com/
Ray Fisher second chances - https://twitter.com/ray8fisher/status/1373741233571500034?s=20
Interview with Zack Snyder - https://geekvibesnation.com/interview-zack-deborah-snyder-talk-about-zack-snyders-justice-league-finally-coming-together/
MarVeVi on Black representation - https://twitter.com/marvevi_/status/1372941329555197953?s=20
Joe Morton - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/why-justice-league-star-joe-morton-thinks-fans-should-have-more-of-a-say
JLU Podcast on the Superman/Snyder parallels - https://twitter.com/JLUPodcast/status/1372988361816739840?s=20
"Seasons" by Chris Cornell
Clark stealing the clothes
Flashback to the school bus
Lana and Pete
Young Clark saving the bus and the bully
Listener Angelo Mugisa - Christian Connections
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Sam's children's book MISSING LETTERS: https://www.MissingLettersBook.com
Clark adrift
Clark's powers begin to manifest
"Swim toward it" [the island]
What's wrong with Clark?
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Sam's new children's book http://www.MissingLettersBook.com
On VERO True Social, Zack Snyder discussed in detail the new trailer for Zack Snyder's Justice League. The four-part film is coming to HBO Max in 2021.
VERO True Social https://vero.co/
VERO'S Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSDGbownsCs
Zack Snyder's Justice League Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIOU_k4mwDw
HBO Max https://play.hbomax.com
Deepwater Horizon
The Human Perspective of a Superhero
Clark's Screams
Helicopters/Helipads
Forging a Hero
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Sam's new children's book http://www.MissingLettersBook.com
Snyder's commentary on the Krypton prologue
Escape pod into the Debbie Sue ship at sea
Greenhorn
Clark roaming like Superman: Earth One
Can you push Superman down?
Clark's natural instinct to help
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Sam and Alessandro discuss the trailer that premiered at DC FanDome. They share their general reactions, the new connections to Batman v Superman, the upgrade in villains, the emotional elements of the film, and various other tidbits (including parallels to the Leonard Cohen lyrics).
See also Rebecca Johnson's analysis of the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHOB8eUMwN4
Discussion of additional DC Films at https://www.patreon.com/posts/40766276
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Symbol of hope
Krypton's destruction and columns of fire
Lara's poise and call for a better world
Music and destruction juxtaposition
Armor
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-9.html
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Light and sunset
Homage to Superman: The Movie and Superman II
Zod's outburst and personal vendetta against the Els
Black Zero and the Phantom Zone
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-8.html
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Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of one Harley Quinn, directed by Cathy Yan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when the WB logo settles into place.
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On VERO True Social, Zack Snyder (and Debbie Snyder and some special guests) shared a full audio commentary of Man of Steel. This audio has been resynchronized to remove the pause/break so you can watch it along with the movie. And stay until the end for their special HBO Max announcement.
VERO True Social https://vero.co/
VERO's Video of the Full Commentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Mj5FZ_FxG8
Our ongoing MoS Analysis http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html
Jor-El's Battle Armor
Visual framing of Jor-El and Zod
Zod and thematic "heresy"
Jor-El fights Zod
Lara rejects Zod's appeal
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-7.html
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Ships silhouetted against the Kryptonian sun
Jor-El's battle armor
Lara and Kryptonian technology
Zod as General
Apocalypse Now
El's in beams of steam and light
Faora
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-6.html
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On VERO True Social, Zack Snyder (and Debbie Snyder, briefly) shared a full audio commentary of the ultimate edition of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. This audio has been resynchronized to remove the pause/break so you can watch it along with the movie.
VERO True Social https://vero.co/
VERO's Video of the Full Commentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogpQdKbt8iw
Our reaction to Zack's commentary https://www.patreon.com/posts/reaction-to-zack-35709349
Our full BvS Analysis http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/p/scene-by-scene-analyis-of-batman-v.html
Capes and voice-overs in prior scenes
Artificial and organic
Selecting a destination
Setting the stage for Superman's powers (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFJPdFWrJPE)
Lara's maternal instincts and correct predictions
"God" and Moses
The codex and the command key
Kal's first flight and Hans' musical humanity (https://youtu.be/mjKhLRphKTY)
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-5.html
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An active Genesis Chamber
Color and Music
Kryptonian Codex
Jor-El Climbing, Falling, and Flying
Chase Scene and Damaged Moon
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-4.html
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Straight-down camera angle
Stone's messy apartment
Creepy parademon moment
Match cut into Gotham PD
Kidnappings and a world gone crazy
Gordon and Crispus
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https://screenrant.com/justice-league-zack-snyder-cut-hbo-max-release-perfect/
Scene 2 - "look to the stars" connection
Lens flares and light
Jor-El's fighting ability
Lara's active role
Zack Snyder's panning destructive shot (https://twitter.com/ItsDavery/status/1014616181917937664)
H'Raka and flying
Crimes in desperate times
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/11/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-3.html
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Organic and artificial in the establishing shot
Tribunal setting and costume design
Jor-El's warnings about Krypton's destruction
Look to the stars
The arrival of General Zod
Endless debates and potential backstory between Zod and Jor-El
Monsters, camera work, and music
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-2.html
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http://comicsalliance.com/man-of-steel-conceptual-art-alternate-costumes-designs/
https://fashionista.com/2013/06/man-of-steels-costume-designer-was-distracted-by-henry-cavills-perfection
http://filmsketchr.blogspot.com/2013/06/exclusive-phillip-boutte-jr-talks-man.html
Setting the mood on Krypton
Kryptonian language
Hans Zimmer's approach to the Superman theme
Heartbeats, life, and pain
Birth motif
Introducing liquid geo
Holding life and hope in his hands
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-1.html
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http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/
Thesis on Man of Steel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p5-14rjWUM
Sam and Nick provide commentary for Shazam!, directed by David Sandberg. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 16-second mark, right when the DC logo first starts to fly onto the screen.
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Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Aquaman, directed by James Wan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when the WB logo exits from view.
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Setting up the Russian family
Purpose of the Russian family
Mother's timing
Steppenwolf's motivation
Location preview for Act 3
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Setting the scene in an air bubble
Connections to Aquaman and the DCEU
Hints at Mera's backstory
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Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html
Sam is joined by Mark and Nathan from Doom Patrol Radio to discuss Season 1 of DC Universe's DOOM PATROL.
http://www.toooldmedia.com/doom-patrol-radio/
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Character development in Shazam!
Thad Sivana (1:00)
Billy Batson (7:48)
Freddy Freeman (12:10)
Secondary characters (21:03)
Themes (29:50)
Heart (30:16)
Family and Home (34:39)
Power and Adulthood (39:25)
Doubts and Support from others (44:57)
Closing comments (48:56)
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Connections to Throne of Atlantis (0:33)
The Manta Prototype Submarine (2:43)
Transition to death but no action inside the sub (6:50)
Papa Kane and the entrance of David Kane (9:19)
Connections to Star Wars (11:00)
No mercy for the sub captain (13:53)
Family history of the Kanes (17:36)
Frogmen (21:05)
Anticipating Arthur (25:05)
Outro (30:24)
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Boston, aka New England, Aquarium (0:20)
Connections to Justice League (3:36)
Connections to Man of Steel (4:21)
Shark attack (6:36)
Young Arthur's power display (7:18)
End of Prologue (9:25)
Outro (11:05)
Transcript
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https://www.neaq.org/blog/aquaman-inspiration/
Cortlandt (1:26)
Monsters and green goo (6:30)
Arthur's exit and Icky Thump (8:10)
Brief Atlantean, or Xebel, glimpse (10:32)
Mera's fight with Steppenwolf (13:10)
Arthur's fight with Steppenwolf (15:06)
Outro (17:18)
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Nicole Kidman as Queen Atlanna, Women in Aquaman (0:35)
The first surprise attack (7:08)
Atlantean Commandos and King Orvax (12:40)
Tom and Atlanna's relationship (17:46)
Atlanna's fight scene and Wan's fluid camera movements (21:27)
3-year-old Arthur crying (25:00)
Dock farewell, CGI de-aging, and narration (26:48)
Atlanna's reason for leaving, Justice League continuity (32:18)
Tears and sunrise (35:10)
Atlanna's little prince, Man of Steel connection (41:06)
Diving and pulling away (45:16)
Closing (48:05)
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Snowglobe (0:31)
Icelandic music (1:55)
Arranged marriages and love (3:11)
Arthur, the legend and future king (6:31) @PrimeEarthMook
More than a king (9:15)
Parents and children (10:47)
A forking history of Atlantis (12:20)
Closing (14:35)
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Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-aquaman-scene-2.html
Special thanks - @PrimeEarthMook
Thoughts on Arthur's character arc (0:34)
Logos, lighthouses, and the opening storm (4:29)
Jules Verne quote and destiny (9:51)
Tom Curry showing mercy (13:35)
Relationship-building inside the lighthouse (16:32)
The Dunwich Horror (20:17)
Closing (21:19)
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Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-aquaman-scene-1.html
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Themes in Aquaman
Character development
Connections to other DCEU Films
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Pacific_garbage_patch
https://twitter.com/nexuspong/status/1076565909064437760
In this episode, we get ready for Aquaman, directed by James Wan. Sam and Nick rundown the major characters and discuss what they are looking forward to in the film. We also share some questions that we have going into the theater. Full scene-by-scene analysis will begin after opening weekend. (No spoilers in this episode, because we haven't seen the movie yet.)
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Creative team behind Aquaman
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What we're looking forward to (6:00)
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Character list (19:00)
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Possible themes (42:25)
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Questions on our minds (54:00)
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Diana using her empathy and human connection
Diana's car and clothing on a generic city street
Cyborg's arrival and the city lights
Isolation and collaboration, Cyborg's early arc
Connections to BvS and Wonder Woman
Cyborg's gifts
Cyborg flies away
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Diana tries to "dig up" Victor Stone
Intersections in the Justice Leaguers stories
STAR Labs footage of Silas and Victor Stone, comparison to BvS
Victor's text and images on the batcomputer
"Are you Victor Stone?"
Diana and Alfred
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Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/12/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene_17.html
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Recap of what we know about Barry Allen
Location of Central City
Barry Allen's apartment and prototype suit
Bruce Wayne and Barry Allen duel of wits
Batarang and visual parallels to BvS
Bruce is putting together a team, and Barry needs friends
Barry's bad hair day and brunch?
Barry's explanation of the speed force
Physics and details
Flash caloric intake
"Special fight team" and rich, product placement
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Steppenwolf, the End of Worlds
Parademons and missed opportunities
Weak connections to BvS
Motherboxes, Unity, and Power
The action and the characters in the scene (Green Lantern!)
God vs. Man (BvS) is now Gods and Men and Women together (JL)
Doomsday clock has a snooze button and Bruce's attitude
The three motherboxes on Earth
Diana leary of leadership
Cyborg listening in low-tech style
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Cyborg's apartment and family photo
New abilities
Batcave camera and Batman's identity
Autumn, what year?
The Flying Fox
Bruce and Diana's relationship
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Starting the scene with humor
Martha Kent's new characterization
Respect for Lois Lane
Random Guy with a notepad
Thirsty
Smell
Is that some Kryptonian music?
Lois's arc and Lois's final comment on truth and world engines
Uninteresting camera work
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Initial framing with foreground and background
Diana's juxtaposition with the statue
Connections to BvS and Wonder Woman
New report about the Temple of the Amazons
"Invasion" and tension mounting
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/10/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html
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Themyscira and the Amazons
Our first active motherbox and boom tube
Steppenwolf's arrival and relationship with mother
Nick's favorite scene and Sam's one nitpick
Action out in the open
Amazonian selfless sacrifice
Righteousness of power? You'll all love me?
Steppenwolf v. Enchantress
Firing the signal flame in the Aegean Sea
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Blockbuster formula beat sheet for Wonder Woman (Blake Snyder, Save the Cat!)
Favorite Parts of Wonder Woman (starting at 22:30)
Rebecca, Sydney, Nick, and Alessandro's Favorite Parts
Sam's thoughts on Gregson-Williams' music
Justin Nauth - Diana leaving home
Mark and Nathan (@DCEUMinute) - Diana's Innocence, Doctor Maru
Patrick (@fourstepspainting) and John Carr - No Man's Land
Collin Smith (@raptorcollin) and Stuart Little - Diana's characterization
Viola Kovacs (http://victoriawaterfeild.tumblr.com/) - choosing love
Omesh (@PrimeEarthMook) - Steve's sacrifice
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Did Wonder Woman end the war?
Storytelling bookends
Diana's final narration
Continuity and Wonder Woman 1984
Killing things from other worlds
Leaping (flying?) toward the camera
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Color returns
Connections to history
No closure for Etta Candy
Gal Gadot's acting and Diana's emotions
Photograph foreshadowing
Diana's motif - looking up toward the sky
Diana walking away from mankind amidst the crowd
Father and child
Wonder Woman is not famous (or at least isn't known to be Diana)
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Can a demigod kill a god? (listener L B)
Diana floating down
Cello, we're at peace!
Former enemies embrace
A few quick questions about the aftermath
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-50.html
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Movie formula: all-is-lost moment
Steve's sacrifice (and Chris Pine's acting)
Diana's rageful god mode
Love has become sorrow
Diana losing Steve foreshadows Lois losing Clark (@DerfelBarada)
Wonder Woman posturing just like Ares
Doctor Maru's face backfires on Ares
Steve's final words to Diana, Casablancesque
Tank thrown off
Cheezy love and Agape, walking away from mankind
Killing Ares
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Ares doesn't want to fight Diana
Sam and Alessandro's differing views on Ares' motivations
Hovering or flying?
The Oddfellows talk about how to handle the plane
Diana and Ares fighting
Ares makes armor out of war
Diana and Steve have a muffled final exchange
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-47.html
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Father and son parallels
Scout ship connections to MoS and BvS
Silas's quick conversation with Howard the Janitor (friend of Vic?)
Photos of a happy family, reflective glass motif
Crafty dialogue
Who is the monster?
Cyborg juxtaposed with kitchen appliances
Glimpse of Cyborg's developing powers, Cyborg as a threat
Sam likes the movie thus far
Howard, oh Howard
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Villain monologue trope
Is Ares telling the truth?
Ares as Satan
Should Ares have appealed to Amazon?
Connections to Man of Steel
Philosophy of good and evil
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Twist 1 - Sir Patrick is Ares
Gas masks and cutting scenes together
"Horrors"
Hippolyta's vs. Ares' version of history
Can gods die?
Twist 2 - godkiller
Thoughts from Casper Richter on saving humanity
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes.html
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Looking back - "What are you?" and Ludendorff's straight badness
Diana is surprised the war is still going
Steve talks about mankind
Deserve and Believe
Steve asks for help
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Diana upset (with just cause)
Momentum into Act 3
Sideways shot
Amazonian dismount
Wonder Woman and Ludendorff fight scene
Higher ground
The (Diana) Princess Bride
Why all the night scenes?
Ludendorff's death and Diana's upward gaze
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Barry's red apparel
The Iron Heights guard
A comedy gag in the movie
Informing Bruce and Alfred
Acting and emotion
Terrio wordplay
Snyder glass reflection motif
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Blue dusk
Blue dress gets left behind
Orange gas
Diana's reactions to the loss of Veld
Diana and Steve confrontation (continued)
Learning another lesson about mankind
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes_27.html
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Steve and Maru, Diana and Ludendorff
Production design for the gala
Doctor Poison and alcohol
Entropy
Diana in the blue dress
Ludendorff seems like Ares
Diana allows Steve to stop her
Diana doesn't allow Steve to decide what she should do
Full feminism
https://twitter.com/dracomallfoys/status/855313578412220418
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The morning after
Shifts in the team (motivations, Diana's leadership)
Charlie singing
Steve telling Diana what to do
Sameer gets to do some acting
Diana sizes up a blue dress
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes_21.html
Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2018/06/07/617897261/cdc-u-s-suicide-rates-have-climbed-dramatically
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Language with Sameer, Music with Charlie
Dancing and charming
Reminders of war
Steve lets his guard down
"Magical" snowfall
Tasteful directing
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Pacing after the Veld Rescue
Photographic connections
Diana's awareness of her friends
What is Sir Patrick up to?
Diana makes a conjecture about Ares
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Diana as leader
Action scene compared to Batman's warehouse rescue
Wonder Woman's musical themes
Diana and Steve on parallel tracks
Destroying instruments of war
The Oddfellows helping out
Shield callback and symbolism
Observations from @PrimeEarthMook
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-32.html
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Overall thoughts on an instant-classic scene
Wonder Woman's costume reveal
Music, camera angles, and color
Diana assuming leadership
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Patty Jenkins' thoughts on the added scene
Diana seeing the horrors of war
Being told not to do anything
Trenches
Language and empathy
Antiope's tiara
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes.html
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/wonder-woman-one-scene-was-reshot-1010114
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Alfred and Bruce Debrief Iceland
Info about Barry Allen, the orphan
Bruce and Diana, 'ship?
Vic Stone, pre-Cyborg
Theme: A changing world
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Chief, played by Eugene Brave Rock
Napi
Shaking hands with Diana
What we deserve
Male vulnerabilities
Evening hate
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-28.html
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What are the villains up to?
Ludendorff framing and mindset
More doors in Man's World
"Ludendorff, enough!"
Maniacal laughter
Demonstration for the Kaiser
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Overall thoughts
World War 1 setting and contrasts
Diana's ice cream sampling
Liars, murderers, and smugglers
Diana sees the horrors of war
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Icelandic location
Theme: Stronger together
Arthur and Bruce - starting their character arcs
Bruce on the cliff
Villagers and a stranger
Hitting us over the head with three boxes
Bruce trying to recruit Arthur
Bruce as prophet
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Quick note about the "men who can"
Entering the London pub
Sameer
Charlie
Driven by money
Sir Patrick and Etta Candy are here to help
100th Episode!
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-25.html
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Sam and Nick provide commentary for the theatrical cut of Justice League (WB/DC). At the indicated moment, we start the movie from the 14 second mark, right after the WB logo goes dark.
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Overview of themes and character development
"Do something"
Diana's naivete without stupidity
Shift in tone
Foreshadowing Steve's death
Scene transitions
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Themes and character development
Deciphering the notebook
Letting a woman speak
Shaming the generals
Women in leadership positions
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The Secret History of Wonder Woman by Jill Lepore - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-secret-history-of-wonder-woman-jill-lepore/1119132512?ean=9780804173407
Doors and barriers to the halls of power
Diana's intrusion into the council meeting
Sir Patrick (aka, Ares) calling for armistice
Steve's "blind sister"
Sir Patrick foreshadows Steve's death and meets Diana
Doctor Maru tests her new poison gas
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes_16.html
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Top-level perspective on the scene
Continuity on the sidewalk
Homage to Superman: The Movie
Fight in the alleyway
Etta helps out
Cyanide and Ares
Diana's worldview and straightforward storytelling
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Contrasting Man's World with Themyscira
How long was the boat ride?
Observations on the streets of London
Meeting Etta Candy, Secretary
Shopping for an outfit
Humor and a subtle spy
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Reactions to the assassination of Superman
Connections between Wonder Woman and this scene in Justice League
Film techniques at the beginning of the scene
Wonder Woman on Lady Justice
Upward shots and the lasso of Hestia
Dark ages and Holy fear
Blocking bullets
"A believer"
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html
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https://ctc.usma.edu/the-causes-and-impact-of-political-assassinations/
Ludendorff framed powerfully
On-the-nose villany
Maru's chemical lab and missing notebook
Ares and red herrings
Shout-outs to the Suicide Squadcast, Man of Steel Answers, DC Cinematic Minute, and Fans Without Borders
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/02/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-17.html
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Act 2 and blockbuster formulas
Lack of color
Diana's naivete about the war, lessons to be learned
Steve's appreciation of Diana's spirit
Sleeping arrangements and marriage
Pleasures of the flesh
Music
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-16.html
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"Everybody Knows" song selection
Dealing with loss: world (general)
Dealing with loss: Lois and Martha (personal)
Foreclosure on the Kent farm
Newspaper headlines and homeless man
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene_13.html
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Additional thoughts about Scene 1
Vertical shot motif
Batman's first appearance
Phony physics (homage to Batman 66?)
Fear and riding the parademon
Where did the three motherbox symbols come from?
Burglar comes back and comments on Superman
Motherboxes
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html
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http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/la-et-mn-superman-justice-league-henry-cavill-20171119-story.html
https://www.mensfitness.com/life/entertainment/interview-actor-holt-mccallany-getting-beat-batman-justice-league-and-season-2
Opening logos and music
First scenes in Man of Steel and BvS
Superman as a public figure (echoed later by Wonder Woman)
Shooting video in portrait mode
Kids asking Superman questions
Hope from two fathers
Favorite thing about planet Earth?
Naming the trilogy
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/12/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html
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http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/43-a-beautiful-truth-you-are-not-alone/
What is the name of Zack Snyder's Superman trilogy?
Themes: How do we deal with loss? Collaboration is stronger than isolation. With support, one can come back from damage stronger than before. It is better to lead through inspiration than fear. Is humanity worth saving?
Major characters: Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, the Flash, Cyborg, Superman, and Steppenwolf.
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/11/themes-and-characters-in-justice-league.html
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Some scenes axed from the theatrical version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mC_XYBWjsSw
DC Cinematic Minute Review of Justice League: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dc-cinematic-15441890
http://comicbook.com/dc/amp/2017/11/17/why-justice-league-cut-vulko-from-the-film/
http://www.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2017/11/17/why_does_aquaman_s_trident_have_five_prongs.html
In this episode, we get ready for Justice League (directed by Zack Snyder) by collecting our thoughts on the major characters (Bruce Wayne, Diana Prince, Arthur Curry, Barry Allen, Victor Stone, Lois Lane, Clark Kent, and Steppenwolf). We also include 7 big questions that we have going into the movie.
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Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/11/preparing-for-justice-league-characters.html
Short Recap of Batman v Superman: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/p/scene-by-scene-analyis-of-batman-v.html
http://ew.com/movies/2017/08/10/justice-league-batman-plane-flying-fox/
https://twitter.com/SamWJo/status/930557775633006592
http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/features/bleed-for-this-ciar-n-hinds-excalibur-a7656396.html
Diana's cloak and costume
Diana and Steve make a "deal"
The sailboat at the dock
Diana and Hippolyta say their farewells
"You may never return"
Reminder of the Ares mystery
Act 1 relationship building between Diana and Steve
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/11/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-15.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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Man of Steel Answers: http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/53-wonder-woman/
Michael Schinke: https://notthepopularopinion.wordpress.com/2017/08/28/its-all-an-act/
Podcast updates and looking forward to Justice League
Diana's superhero moment of answering the call. -Patty Jenkins
Diana's leap (and the bull, aka Zeus?)
Emerging powers and connections to Man of Steel
Lasso, Shield, and the Godkiller sword
Thoughts from listeners -- Omesh, Gustav, and Wayne
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/11/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-14.html
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Prepping for Justice League, BvS recap: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/11/prepping-for-justice-league-what-you.html
DC Cinematic Minute: http://www.toooldmedia.com/category/podcasts/dceuminute/
Supergirl Radio: http://supergirlradio.com/
This special episode of the Justice League Universe podcast features our Wonder Woman team's commentary on the film directed by Patty Jenkins and released by Warner Brothers pictures. Included in this commentary are Sam (@ottensam), Alessandro (@raveryn), Rebecca (@derbykid), and Sydney (@wondersyd).
We start with some initial chatter about our reactions to the film but then we synchronize to the film at the 17 second mark, right when the WB logo disappears to black.
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Epione notices Diana's healing
Building up the Steve-Diana relationship
Production design and luminescent water
Reversing cinematic gender roles
The watch and the time theme
Steve and his father (foreshadowing Steve's death)
Amazons as a bridge (connection with Man of Steel)
MAJOR THEME: Do something
Steve's "do something" message resonates with Diana
Movement and editing
Steve the reluctant hero (from Wayne Buck)
Pearl and shell (Omesh Singh)
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-13.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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DC Cinematic Minute: http://www.toooldmedia.com/category/podcasts/dceuminute/
I Love That Movie The Big Lebowski: https://player.fm/series/i-love-that-movie/the-big-lebowski
Amazonian leadership and forms of input
Diana thinks it's Ares and the Germans
Hippolyta puts Diana down in her place
Hippolyta says to "do nothing"
Connections to the DCEU - parenting and optimism
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-12.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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Using film, production design for the throne room
Flow and questions answered
Lasso of Hestia
Diana and Hippolyta's reactions to Steve's testimony
Weapons manufacturing in Turkey
First glimpses of General Ludendorff and Doctor Maru
Steve's escape and airplane flight
Hippolyta's fears
Returning to some past critiques of scenes in the DCEU
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @wondersyd @derbykid
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This episode features some final thoughts about Suicide Squad, directed by David Ayer, and then we answer a series of questions from listeners, covering the future of the DCEU, the history of the podcast, and other topics like comics and television.
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Listen to our prior anniversary special for Batman v Superman: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/jluniverse/episodes/2017-03-25T05_35_44-07_00
Rick Flag and June Moon are reunited
Waller is still alive and negotiates with the squad
Zoe and Floyd love each other
Things have changed at Belle Reve
The Joker breaks in to break Harley out
Amanda Waller and Bruce Wayne compete in league formation
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes_4.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @NBego
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Diablo meeting Enchantress
Diablo's people, his new family
Incubus, the unsurprising surprise
Killer Croc below and Katana saving Boomerang
Diablo shows who he really is
Minor editing critiques
Diablo and GQ sacrifices
Enchantress reverts to her smokey form
Final fight in the fog
Harley Quinn's con
Hate turns to love
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @NBego
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Blockbuster movie formula - inciting incident
Angelic imagery of Diana
Diana's first encounter with a real man
Heinberg on The Little Mermaid
The simplicity of good guys and bad guys
Battle on the beach, Amazon cavalry
Patty Jenkins' use of slo-mo
Hippolyta and Antiope in the fight
Antiope dies, her relationship with Menalippe
Diana's grieving
Amazonian clothing
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes_26.html
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http://www.savethecat.com/
http://ew.com/movies/2017/05/19/wonder-woman-writer-little-mermaid-influence/
American Cinematographer: http://store.ascmag.com/category-s/343.htm
The Squad's epic strutting
Killer Croc going with the SEALs
Katana and her husband's soul
Boomerang and Katana
Visions from Enchantress
Deadshot kills Batman, Harley and Joker domesticized, Flag and June, Diablo owns his past
Poor editing
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes_24.html
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Harley in the rain and a crack in her facade
The team accepts Harley back, no questions asked
Enchantress and Waller, tables turned
Deadshot and the squad learn that Waller and Flag are behind the crisis
The squad follows Deadshot into the bar
Honor among thieves
Diablo's backstory and Harley's tough love
Flag opens up and releases his leverage
The squad's true formation
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes_20.html
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Remarks about last WW episode
Diana's training outfit
The first time she turns her face toward the sky
Diana's dive
Steve Trevor (Chris Pine)
Diana rescuing Steve, Angel imagery
Musical cue with the new Diana theme
The Germans finding the island
Garden of Eden
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-7.html
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Twist - it's Waller!
Waller's excitement over Enchantress's army
The Joker arrives and Harley is rescued
Deadshot makes a choice - friends over leverage
The Joker and Harley reunited (briefly)
Waller gets another helo and gets captured
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes_13.html
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http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/47-suicide-squad/
Enchantress dancing (revisited)
Harley on the elevator
Bruce Timm comments on Harley unpredictability
Harley hotpants
Critique of editing for the office fight
El Diablo finally unleashes
Harley and Joker acid bath
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes.html
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Bruce Timm - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Is2A-VRZIo
Reedited Harley and Joker scene - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9mU8uzWXdQ
50 Things Good About BvS - https://menarestillgoodblog.wordpress.com/2017/04/01/first-blog-post/
Revisiting the gods on Mount Olympus
Legends of the Amazons
Diana at "age 12"
Diana not being allowed to speak
Hippolyta and Antiope's debate
Adult training - foreshadowing of future events
Things aren't fair
Gal Gadot's first appearance on Themyscira
Bracelet (aka gauntlet, aka vambrace) blast
How did our anticipations for the film hold up in hindsight?
TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes.html
CONTRIBUTORS: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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http://collider.com/patty-jenkins-wonder-woman-interview/#age
MoS as birth of Superman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p5-14rjWUM
The squad still follows Flag's orders
Checking in on Bravo team
Enchantress's kiss and the Eyes of the Adversary
Harley's smash and grab
Deadshot's reminder of his daughter
John F. Ostrander Federal Building
Awkward editing
Amanda Waller as the unknown objective
DCEU thoughts about gods and saving humanity
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes.html
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http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/53-wonder-woman/
Diana's bedroom
Hippolyta and the merits of fighting and war
History lesson -- the Greek Gods
Ares and Zeus (but no goddesses)
George Perez Gods and Mortals
Musical hints of Superman
Diana begins her training
Many gifts from the Gods
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scenes.html
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Myth of redemptive violence: https://www.ravenfoundation.org/wonder-woman-myth-redemptive-violence-ravencast/
Lakoff paternal vs. maternal: http://www.npr.org/templates/transcript/transcript.php?storyId=493615864
MOSAIC: http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/i-walked-away-from-mankind-explained/
Diana famous?
Themyscira production design - nature and curves
Young Diana in the marketplace
Women of Color in the movie
Amazon warrior training
Diana's leap before she looks
Antiope and Hippolyta initial tension
Connections to the original comic book issues
Some new observations about MoS and BvS
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-2.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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Our preview episode about Wonder Woman: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/05/wonder-woman-preparations.html
Medium.com critique of POC in Wonder Woman: https://medium.com/@SonofBaldwin/my-soul-looks-back-and-wonders-a-critical-examination-of-the-wonder-woman-movie-10ba3bfd71f0
Vero Post about MoS and BvS: http://screenrant.com/batman-v-superman-skulls-meaning-zack-snyder/
Diana's opening narration (the world, lessons learned, and facing the truth)
Antiques dealer in the Louvre
Delivery from Wayne Enterprises
Connections to Batman v Superman
Connections to the DCEU overall
Why was Wonder Woman better received than BvS?
Text about the Mona Lisa from http://astore.amazon.com/theimaginativeconservative-20/detail/1480094579
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-wonder-woman-scene-1.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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DC TV Podcasts fundraiser for WWF: http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/goto/DCTVpodcasts
Themes in the DCEU: http://www.torontosun.com/2017/06/08/marvels-box-office-hits-cant-compare-to-dc-plots
BvS by the formula: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2016/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman_22.html
Preliminary themes (1:00)
Character development (27:20)
Meaningful moments from the film (47:31)
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/06/themes-and-charaters-in-wonder-woman.html
Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd
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Our BvS analysis: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/p/scene-by-scene-analyis-of-batman-v.html
Collider: http://collider.com/patty-jenkins-wonder-woman-interview/
ComicBook.com: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikMGXsbZn9Q
Naive or dumb:
http://www.npr.org/2017/06/02/531269060/when-time-was-new-wonder-woman-brings-sunlight-to-the-dc-universe
Katana's scars and kintsugi
Katana trained by Batman?
Eyes of the Adversary
Deadshot as the leader of Task Force X
Everyone's slo-mo moment
Deadshot doesn't cut and run
Diablo is not the fire bloke anymore
Are people still people? Can people change?
Flag still values duty over humanity
Thanks to Alessandro (@raveryn) and Nick (@NBego)
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes_31.html
http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/32-tornado-part-3-understanding-themes/
http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/37-dawn-of-the-justice-league/
William Moulton Marston's creation of Wonder Woman
Historical context of World War 1
Women's suffrage and equity
Potential topics and themes for the film
Character arcs to look for
Questions we have going into the movie
Find us on Twitter: @ottensam, @raveryn, @derbykid, @wondersyd
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Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/05/wonder-woman-preparations.html
http://www.popmatters.com/column/189651-the-secret-history-of-wonder-woman-also-reveals-a-great-deal-about-o/
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-secret-history-of-wonder-woman-jill-lepore/1119132512?ean=9780804173407
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Erich-Ludendorff
http://www.radiolab.org/story/one-vote/
http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/p/themes-in-jlu-movies.html
https://twitter.com/PattyJenks/status/865283622235815936
Condolences to the Snyder family
"This is Katana"
"Pretty lights" in Midway City
Deadshot and Flag's rivalry
Chinook crash
Slipknot's moment
Deadshot and Harley's budding friendship
3 Critiques of Suicide Squad (and remedies)
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes_22.html
Suicide Squadcast, Man of Steel Answers
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Recap of themes
The big beam of light
Connecting threats and themes in JLU movies
Listener input from Trent Osborne and JONALOTZRH
Worldwide attention on Midway City
Soundtracking interview with Ayer: https://audioboom.com/posts/4926896-episode-2-david-ayer-talks-suicide-squad-and-other-movies
Evacuation zone at the airport
The Squad's first interactions
Waller as the voice of god
Full details of the terms of Task Force X
Thoughts on BvS from Auzzie Sheard
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes.html
Suicide Squadcast, Man of Steel Answers
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http://www.ign.com/wikis/suicide-squad-movie/Easter_Eggs_%26_References
https://www.youtube.com/user/duckmilkprod
This episode features a retrospective on Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice on the one-year anniversary of its release. Sam and Alessandro share their holistic thoughts about the film and the episode also includes perspectives from 20+ listeners on why they love BvS.
Episode art by David Jamison
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Zack Snyder talking about his mother: https://youtu.be/vxuEqQkYH3c?t=1h12m54s
Suicide Squadcast
Man of Steel Answers
DCEU Cinematic Minute
Supergirl Radio
DCEU Positivity
Clay Enos has been the set photographer on all 5 of the films thus far in the WB Justice League Universe. He joins us for an interview, covering the responsibilities of a set photographer, the marketing process, themes in the DCEU, critical reactions to Batman v Superman, working with Larry Fong, the posters and style of the upcoming Wonder Woman film, and more.
http://www.clayenos.com/
Ben Affleck's Eastern Congo Initiative
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Corrections and Omissions for last episode
Bruce and Diana honoring Superman
"Men are still good"
Forming the Justice League
Bruce's indicators of redemption
Diana's history and building anticipation for Wonder Woman
Bruce's opening narration and closing narration
Lex Luthor in Belle Reve
Wizard of Oz-pokolips
Two perspectives on Lex's mental state
Bruce's clear path forward
Was it a good call to show Superman's soil rising?
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman_23.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
@JLU Podcast on Twitter
https://slerer3film.wordpress.com/2016/09/17/batman-v-superman-dawn-of-justice-review-analysis/
http://hcourageous.tumblr.com/post/144657449733
http://dceuminute.toooldmedia.com
Revisiting "my world" from the last episode
Lex Luthor's shaved head
Perry and the Daily Planet headlines
Martha's hands and Jonathan's photo
Lois's engagement ring
Clark Kent funeral at the Kent farm
Superman funeral in Washington DC
A quick look back at "Is she with you?"
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman_19.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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http://andygrail.tumblr.com/
Daily Planet Article: http://luthorspeachtea.tumblr.com/post/148658568651/idkdudehefunny-rizahmad-so-i-wasted-too
Surprises for Lois: https://twitter.com/GloriousWayne/status/818956133599690752
Man of Steel Answers, A Beautiful Truth: http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/43-a-beautiful-truth-you-are-not-alone/
Trinity comic book: http://www.readcomics.tv/images/manga/batman-superman-wonder-woman-trinity/2/13.jpg
Superman and Lois farewell
"You are my world"
Who should wield the kryptonite spear?
Trinity teamwork
Doomsday's death
Parallels to Man of Steel
The Death of Superman
Superman and christianity
Was it too soon for him to die?
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman_10.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Hands: https://twitter.com/cineloon/status/771773137323253762
Paintings: http://queen-rey-kenobi.tumblr.com/post/144192862947
https://twitter.com/SidKamat/status/722450043622572034
Pieta: http://hubcityreview.com/2016/03/25/batman-v-superman-dawn-of-justice/
Why that Wonder Woman arrival was so great
Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman's musical theme
Why Lois knows to retrieve the spear
"I thought she was with you" explained
Superman and Wonder Woman teamwork (with music)
Batman's survival and evasion skills
Lois and Superman saving each other
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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DC All Access interview with Tina Guo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nTdLAfa0V8
DC All Access interview with Hans Zimmer and Junkie XL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypoTnXt_k_Y
Superman in the upper atmosphere
Was firing the nuke the right decision?
High altitude nuclear detonations
Swanwick and Farris personal connections to Superman
Prayers
Emaciated Superman
Batwing and Doomsday
Batman's "Oh sh**" moment
Invitation for the March 25th BvS episode
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/02/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman_26.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Doomsday character design
Trailer 2 revealing Doomsday
Doomsday and Superman at the Heroes Park Statue
Foreshadowing the death of Superman
CNN coverage of Doomsday
Diana Prince on the plane
The boosh effect (https://vimeo.com/203167783)
Alfred's well-placed humor
Listener's thoughts on Doomsday
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco, Kain702, Trent Osborne, Casper Richter, @_sahyl_
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/02/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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https://twitter.com/_sahyl_/status/816807618534510592
Analysis of Academy-Award Nominated Suicide Squad
Down-to-Earth Mission or Non-Human Entity?
Connections to "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath
Neck bomb injections
Griggs and Harley set-up (no pay-off)
Panda Man and the Van Criss Break-In
Parallels between the Joker and the Wall
Flag and June not really in love?
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-suicide-squad-scenes.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Thoughts looking back at the warehouse rescue (friends and capes)
Lex's countdown timer
Continuity error with Superman's arrival?
Three meanings of "Right, wabbit?"
Lex won't let Superman win
Extra lines in the extended cut
Blackout in Metropolis and canted angles
Doomsday hatches from his egg
Lex as creator, Doomsday as devil
Fist and abomination!
Thoughts from listeners (Deo, kain, Marco, Casper)
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco.
Transcript of the episode: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman_25.html
Lex Essay: http://comiconverse.com/batman-v-superman-lex-luthor-13311
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Sam and Alessandro each share five of the primary reasons they love the film Man of Steel, directed by Zack Snyder and written by David S. Goyer.
Sam's list (in no particular order):
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The entire movie is about Clark trying to judge how humanity will respond to him.
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The Kents are loving, realistic, and wise parents.
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The music is otherworldly and exhilarating while still incorporating the perfect intervals from the original score.
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Lois is a full partner in a full relationship with Clark.
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The themes are well drawn, such as that hardships make you stronger.
Alessandro's list (in no particular order):
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The fights
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The destruction
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The alien
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The culture
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The secret
Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/01/man-of-steel-revisited-5-things-to-love.html
Man of Steel Answers index of MoS analysis, Suicide Squadcast
@JLUPodcast on twitter
Other analyses of Man of Steel:
http://thebibleofsnyder.com/2016/man-of-steel-themes/
http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/32-tornado-part-3-understanding-themes/
https://youtu.be/IdckKLhIN-E
"Every time we say goodbye" Knyazev
Batman shooting the men outside
The batwing design
An amazing Batman fight scene
Connections to the Knightmare scene and to The Dark Knight Returns
Is this the resolution to Bruce's powerless arc?
Why did Lois throw the kryptonite spear in the water?
Parallels between BvS and Excalibur
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2017/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-batman-v-superman.html
http://www.forbes.com/sites/markhughes/2016/04/01/interview-zack-snyder-discusses-themes-behind-batman-v-superman/2/#43bfdbb8232a
Stan Kube video: *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-sZzYX4Jl4*
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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In this episode, Alessandro and I give our commentary on the theatrical version of Suicide Squad (Warner Bros), written and directed by David Ayer. (Because of technical limitations of Sam's recording setup, we had to use the DVD version which is the theatrical cut. For thoughts on the extended cut, see our prior episode.) We synchronize our playback at the 9 second mark right when the R RatPac logo appears.
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Quick look back at the Batman-Superman fight
Two threat locations - scout ship and warehouse
Superman and Lois explaining the situation to Batman
Batman's rational and emotional appeal to Superman
Batman's promise
Rising/falling motif
Thoughts from listeners
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the Episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Griggs in a vulnerable position for a change
The Joker in the kitchen
Washington Monument
Flag and Enchantress's relationship
Enchantress and Incubus
The pacing and execution of Enchantress's motivation
Incubus in the subway and gods in the novelization
Reacting to the Honest Trailer for Suicide Squad
Thanks to Alessandra Maniscalco
Trascript of this episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club Subreddit
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This episode contains Sam's quick reactions to the Extended Cut of Suicide Squad, written and directed by David Ayer. Some of the pieces of extra footage were nice additions but others were probably best left out. Overall, the movie is largely the same -- the main strengths (and flaws) are all still intact.
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Box office update
Harley Quinn to Waller: "Are you the devil?"
Killer Croc internalizing his monsterness
El Diablo foreshadowing
Deadshot's shooting range and list of demands
Flag pitches a team of soldiers instead of the Squad
No one believes the Waller stories
Joker's knife circle
Ayer's choice of roster for the Squad
DC TPB giveaway and the number 23
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Batman takes Superman down
Your parents and my parents
Force the world to make sense
Superman does bleed
"Martha"
Thoughts from listeners
Terrio and a moment of shared humanity
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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In this episode, Alessandro and I give our commentary on the extended cut of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, directed by Zack Snyder. We synchronize our playback to the moment right at the start when the leaf is floating right in front of the WB logo.
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The physical and visual setting of the fight
Falling motif and above/below motif
Superman trying to talk to Batman
Batman's traps and the bat signal
Batman on the edge
BvS and its positioning of violence (Pulpklatura)
Comments from listeners - Michael, Sofia, Casper
Fear and bravery
The Dark Knight Returns connections
Batman's true motivations in the fight
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
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Transition from the Dossier Introduction
Oversimplifying good and bad
The "next war"
The Squad as "monsters" (according to whom?)
Enchantress's display of powers
ARGUS and Justice League Dark
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
In this episode, Alessandro and I give our commentary on the full film of Man of Steel, directed by Zack Snyder for Warner Brothers pictures. We synchronize our playback at the 12 second mark of the movie, right when the WB logo is blocked from view.
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Thesis on Man of Steel
Amanda Waller and the Death of Superman
The great world building thus far in the Justice League Universe
Deadshot and his daughter
Harley as the Joker's Queen
Captain Boomerang and The Flash
El Diablo and his surrender
Killer Croc, the monster
Enchantress, the witch
Rick Flag and Waller's leverage
Thematic Analysis versus Comic Book Analysis
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of this episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
http://www.empireonline.com/movies/suicide-squad/suicide-squad-spoilers/
https://audioboom.com/channel/soundtrackingwithedithbowman
Scout ship activated
Superman and Lois, "No one stays good in this world."
Wonder Woman before the fight
The Flash, Aquaman, and Cyborg
Lois and Perry's character arc
Bonus: Additional thoughts from listeners on Lex's helipad scene
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Belle Reve and "The House of the Rising Sun"
Deadshot doesn't have any friends
Griggs portrayed by Ike Barinholtz
Vengeance and holy ghost motifs
Harley Quinn's gymnastics background
Initial set-up of Harley's character
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Themes versus Subjects in Literature
Initial thoughts about themes in Suicide Squad (recognizing love as a human connection, friendship over leverage)
Waller as the villain
Comments on characters
Connections to the broader Justice League Universe
John Ostrander review
Mark Hughes review
Themes in the JLU
Sam's Non-Spoiler Review with Jason Book
Thanks to @theLupeXperienc and @NickdeSemlyen
Transcript of the episode
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Lex's use of Lois
Superman came back
Lex's villain monologue
Lex's wordplay and cultural references
Is good a matter of perspective?
The problem of evil
Editing, music, and Superman and his mother
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
http://captaindove.tumblr.com/post/144419877339/do-you-ever-think-about-the-contrast-between-lexs
Martha Kent and Nancy Grace
Batman's meticulous fight preparation
The batsignal as an instigation for Superman
Batman as Lex's Knight
"Every time we say goodbye" song connection
Everything coming up Lex
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Suicide Squad reviews: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2016/08/processing-suicide-squad-reviews.html
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Clark's solitude
The cairn on the mountain
Jonathan Kent and his story
Are humans inherently good or evil?
Bruce in Wayne Manor
@FrasesBR shared https://twitter.com/dcvsmarvelcomic/status/720599715461668864
Mark Hughes article
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco and also Trent Osborne and Casper Richter
Transcript of the episode
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Bruce's training montage
Wonder Woman photo (@_TRonVin_ photo comparison)
Lex with Zod's corpse in the scout ship
Icarus
Doomsday mythology (ComicBookResources confusion)
Superman complicit and absent
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Connections and inferences from the LexCorp desctruction
Lex's reaction the batarang
Superman's crisis of confidence and loss of faith
Lois and the symbol of hope
The scout ship command key
Lex as Lucifer
Non-glorified violence
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
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The framing of Superman's entry
The conclusion of Senator Finch's arc (http://www.audienceseverywhere.net/zack-snyders-superman/)
A similar scene in Superman: Earth One (Volume 3)
The impact of the tragedy on Superman
The impact of the tragedy on Bruce
Vengeance and Lex's master stroke
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
http://pulpklatura.tumblr.com/post/141843209469/batman-v-superman-the-modern-revenge-tragedy
Martha Kent's parenting style
Lois gets the story on the bullet
Protests and news coverage at the Capitol
Lex and Finch outside the Senate hearing
The oldest lie in America
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club
Batmobile's entrance to the batcave
Batman without the cowl
Tracking device
Lex Luthor and his Kryptonite
Senator Finch invites Superman to the Capitol
"Good is a conversation"
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Superman's strength
Was Superman too rough with Batman?
Superman's ultimatum
Batman's ironic threat
Should Superman have gone after Lex's men instead of Batman?
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the Episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Pulpklatura on private vengeance in BvS
Batman aperch and affixing the tracker
Batmobile design
Batman killing
Car chase action
Why didn't Lex let Batman steal the Kryptonite?
BONUS: Announcement on upcoming schedule
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the Episode
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Discussion of Lex's Motivations
Where is Clark Kent?
"Goes back to Kansas, I suppose"
Perry White
Lois entrusts Swanwick
What's the deal with Lex's special bullet?
Responding to listener comments and questions (White Portuguese, Extended Cut, DC News)
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Overall reactions to the Extended Cut of BvS
The African incident
Lois's investigation
Clark's investigation
The Capitol tragedy
Other extra tidbits
What would our personal cut of the movie be?
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Clark receives photographs at the Daily Planet
Clark's rising tension with Batman
Bruce tells Alfred about the Kryptonite
Bruce's 1% doctrine
Acting performances and editing
Questions about god
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the Episode
Man of Steel Answers (Kryptonite), Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
http://queen-rey-kenobi.tumblr.com/post/144192862947
Decryption
Responding to criticisms of the Knightmare scene
Knightmare Batman costume
Desert setting and Apokolips
Connections to various comic books
Batman oner
Tyrannical Superman
The Flash's visit from the future
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 27
Diana as an antiquities dealer
Gordian Knots
Diana's defeat of Bruce in the verbal repartee
No, Diana was not trying to destroy the digital photograph
Bruce and Diana's character development
BONUS: Responses to more critics of BvS (starting around 13:40)
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of the episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit, Critique of Rotten Tomatoes
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 26
Clark investigating his Batman story
Press as the Fourth Estate (contrasting with the talking heads Superman montage)
1938
Superman's idealism (Mark Hughes article)
Powerlessness in the major characters
BONUS: Responding to major criticisms of BvS (Part 1) -- starts at about 15:30
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco
Transcript of this episode
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, DCU_Club subreddit
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 24 and 25
Wallace Keefe's apartment contrasted with Lex's mansion
Lex is "just a man" and Wallace is "half a man"
Quotes about Lex's character (Times of Israel)
Listener question: What's your response to the critiques that Superman is too depressed?
Superman as an introvert (tumblr link)
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco for his help on the analysis.
Transcript of the episode
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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 22 and 23
Superman's character development during the fire rescue
"Day of the Dead" musical score
Ironic imagery of the godlike Superman taking it in from his couch (joons.tumblr.com)
Superman as glorified first responder
Reference to Superman: Peace on Earth (@superherospot)
The talking heads debate about Superman
Casper Richter's thoughts on Superman's reflection and what we can learn from him
BONUS: Listener questions about the ultimate cut
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco for his help on the analysis.
Transcript of the Episode
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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 21
Clark covering the "let them eat cake" beat.
Who is Prometheus?
Lex's power-based breakdown.
Bruce "can't stay down here."
Clark and Bruce's discussion (Man of Steel Answers analysis).
Clark tails Bruce.
Diana shows up and shows up Bruce (part one).
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco for his help with the analysis
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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 19 and 20
Plot developments from Knyazev's phone data
Why was Lois's scene inserted in the middle of Bruce's morning?
Bruce and Alfred interactions and character development
Bruce is pointed toward Lex Luthor (and the audience is onto him more than Bruce is)
Why does Bruce go through the Batcave before heading out in his civilian car? The Robin Suite and the decrepit Wayne Manor?
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco for his help with this analysis.
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Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
ALERT: I misspoke in Scene 17 and said Jonathan instead of Thomas Wayne. Please forgive the error.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 17 and 18
Why did the filmmakers include several dream or vision sequences?
What is the significance of Bruce's visit to the mausoleum?
What are the main takeaways from Lois's first visit with Secretary Swanwick?
BONUS: How would BvS have been different if it followed the typical three-act blockbuster movie structure?
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco for his help with this analysis.
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Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, Pulpklatura
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 16
Luthor and Finch's verbal battle. Why is the dialogue disjointed?
The "Granny's Peach Tea" setup.
When does Lex shift from Plan A to Plan B?
We know about Lex's father, but what about his mother?
What are the thematic interpretations of turning the painting upside down?
BONUS: A list of thematic connections between Man of Steel and BvS.
Thanks to Alessandro Maniscalco for his help with the analysis.
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Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, Thesis on Man of Steel
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 14 and 15
How does the underground fight fit with the falling motif?
What do we learn about Batman's fighting style?
How are we supposed to react to violence in BvS?
What does the Daily Planet pitch meeting tell us about Clark's character arc and the theme of absolute right and wrong?
Why does Lois pursuing the bullet story represent a new version of the Lois/Clark/Superman love triangle?
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Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, Violence in BvS, Screen Rant Analysis
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 13
Returning to the scout ship from Man of Steel
Lex's glory -- manipulating people to get what we wants
Zod's fingerprints and Lex's cherry Jolly Rancher
Possible interpretations of Lex's character
Lex's musical theme
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast, Hub City Review of BvS
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 11 and 12****
How does Wallace Keefe's vandalism fit with Lex's plans?
What are some ideas behind Superman's statue design?
How does the Daily Planet react to the vandalism and what does it reveal about public sentiment to Superman?
Theme: Power corrupts, but powerlessness can corrupt even more.
Pacing issues: Why were these two scenes inserted into Lex's meeting with the Senators? What are people's pacing complaints for the first third of the movie?
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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 10
The first scene with Lex Luthor.
What is the foundation of Lex's character? What's the deal with his dad?
How are "Ahoy-hoy" and East Germany related?
Why does Lex ask the Senators for the import license?
Why is the "kindness of monsters" line so brilliant?
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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 8 and 9
Scene 8 gives the audience some breathing room. The batcave uses suspension in a clever way.
What do we learn about the goal of Bruce's detective work?
What do we learn about Alfred?
If Batman is operating under "new rules," what were the old rules?
In Scene 9, Clark finally gets to cook, and he watches his first news report.
I close the episode by making a few additional observations about scenes 1-7.
Man of Steel Answers, Suicide Squadcast
In this episode, I pause from the scene-by-scene analysis of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice to talk about four interesting perspectives on the movie as a whole.
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Mark Hughes, Forbes - Superman and Batman's Character Arcs
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Matthew Theriault, Hub City Review - messianic interpretation
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Pulpklatura - revenge tragedy
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Various sources - King Arthur v Lancelot
Also, if you want to hear a detailed overview of Lex Luthor's motivations and mindset, definitely check out Man of Steel Answers. And the Suicide Squadcast is always good for positive DC-related talk.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 7****
Our first scene with Batman!
Why is Batman branding criminals? What does this confirm about his character, following up on Scenes 1 and 2?
How did the filmmakers build suspense in this scene?
How does this scene connect to the theme of pure good and evil?
"Don't shoot the good guys"
Transcript of this episode is available here.
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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, What plot holes?****
This episode addresses the 9 purported plot holes raised by Brian P. Rubin at Looper.com.
You can read the text of this episode at Comic And Screen.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 5 and 6
What is the political and personal fallout of the African incident?
Why is the African woman's testimony important?
What do we learn about Lois and Clark's relationship?
How does the apartment scene prove that the Christopher Reeve version of Superman is untenable?
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scenes 3 and 4
Why was the placement of the Kryptonite discovery scene so brilliant? How did the scene place these events in a broader context?
What does the African incident tell us about Lois's character? And about Lois and Superman's relationship?
How do the General's lines connect to later character development?
All that, plus Jimmy Olsen and the KG Beast.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 2.
Why show events that we've already seen in Man of Steel?
What is the surface-level reason for Bruce's vendetta against Superman, and what is the deeper reason?
What do we, the audience, know about Superman's actions that the people in the movie, like Bruce, don't know?
What does this scene accomplish in terms of establishing the world and establishing WB's approach to building the universe?
Link to Sam's on-set video of Bruce and the little girl
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Scene 1.
Why did they include another telling of the Waynes' murder and Batman's origin?
What did the opening voice over mean when it referred to diamond absolutes, things falling, and a beautiful lie?
Why was it important that Thomas Wayne clenched his fist and went after the robber, and why was it important that the robber didn't seem to intend to kill the Waynes?
In this episode, I propose the following as one theme for the movie overall: Good and evil cannot be statically identified with above or below, with heaven and hell; rather, they are choices that individuals make in dynamic situations.