Ghost of Tsushima Movie, National Treasure TV Show, Black Adam, Shazam 2, and More
On the March 25, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by /Film writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to discuss the latest film and TV news, including a Ghost of Tsushima movie, a National Treasure TV show, and casting for Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Black Adam. Then we dive into the mailbag to answer a few listener questions. Opening Banter: In The News: (HT) ‘Ghost of Tsushima’ is Becoming a Movie with ‘John Wick’ Director Chad Stahelski Attached to Helm (Chris) ‘Black Adam’ Cast Adds Pierce Brosnan as DC Superhero Doctor Fate (HT) ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ Enlists Helen Mirren as the Villain Hespera (Chris) ‘National Treasure’ TV Series Officially Happening at Disney+ with Director Mira Nair In The Mailbag: Cade sent us an email with some additional suggestions for a topic we covered a while ago, which was movies or TV adaptations that were better than the books on which they’re based. Cade threw in Blade Runner, Forrest Gump, The Last of the Mohicans, and The Prestige. I never got around to seeing Justice League for a myriad of reasons, but now that the Snyder Cut is out, I’m at least interested in watching it. My question is: Should I watch the theatrical cut first, or should I just dive right in to the Snyder Cut? Does the extended version work completely on its own? Or to truly understand the zeitgeist around it do I need to watch the theatrical cut first? Thank you very much, and I hope you all have a wonderful day! - Jeremy, Atlanta As someone who was able to (virtually) attend my first-ever film festival this week with South by Southwest Online, I wanted to reach out to the Slash Film festival veterans to find out how they navigate the slightly overwhelming world of festival screenings. I'm just wondering how you try to select the films in advance you hope to attend to watch and review and how you stay focused several days in (asked as I try to mentally prepare for my 15th and final film of the last three days in a few minutes). And a few other random musings on film festivals - do you think that virtual elements of film festivals will continue into the future for all but maybe the biggest festivals? What would you say is the ratio of quality films versus the forgettable you find at most festivals? And could each of you provide the title of the one movie that has been the most memorable you've ever watched at a film festival? - Craig from HoustonBen: Like Crazy, Sundance 2011 Chris: High Life at TIFF at 2018 and the Overlook Film Festival in general HT: The Irishman, New York Film Festival 2019 All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
25 Mar 202137min
Water Cooler: Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Godzilla vs. Kong, Nobody, Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Sasquatch, The Last Blockbuster, Made for Love, In the Mood For Love,
On the March 24, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film managing editor Jacob Hall, weekend editor Brad Oman, senior writer Ben Pearson, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to discuss what they’ve been up to at the Water Cooler. At The Water Cooler: What we’ve been Doing:Peter went to Disney California Adventure for the Taste of Disney. Jacob attended the online SXSW. Brad and his family had the memorial service for his Dad.Memorial Fund for The Family of Glenn Oman, organized by Pat Rhew Ben got the first dose of the vaccine. What we’ve been Reading:Jacob is reading The Butchering Art and Leonardy Nimoy’s I Am Spock. He’s also bingeing the podcast Dead Eyes. Chris read Volker Ullrich’s two volume biography of Hitler, and also Stephen King’s Later. What we’ve been Watching:Jacob and HT watched Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Chris and Ben watched Nobody. Peter and Brad both saw Disney+’s The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, although Peter only saw the first episode. Jacob and Chris watched Sasquatch. Peter watched The Last Blockbuster on Netflix. Jacob watched Made for Love, Them, Confronting a Serial Killer, Night Stalker, Murder Among the Mormons, and Good Burger. Chris watched Aquaman, In the Mood For Love, and Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy. Brad watched the rest of Ted Lasso. Hoai-Tran watched Bombay Rose, finally caught up with The Crown. Ben watched Godzilla vs. Kong, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, Waffles + Mochi, and The Exterminating Angel. What we’ve been Eating:Brad tried new Chili Cheese Nacho Doritos 3D, delicious Easter candy from Aldi’s, and is happy the Quesalupa is back at Taco Bell. All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
24 Mar 20211h 35min
End of the Snyderverse, New Game of Thrones Spin-Offs, Zatanna, Hawkeye Spin-Off, and More
On the March 23, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and TV news, including the end of the Snyderverse, some new Disney release dates, more Game of Thrones shows, Regal’s plan to reopen, a Zatanna movie, and a Hawkeye spin-off show. Opening Banter: In The News: (Chris) The Snyderverse is Over, and There Will Be No Ayer Cut of ‘Suicide Squad’, According to Warner Bros. (Ben) ‘Black Widow’ Will Hit Disney+ and Theaters on July 9, ‘Shang-Chi’ Delayed, and More Disney Release Date Changes (HT) Three More ‘Game of Thrones’ Spin-Offs in Development at HBO (Chris) Regal Cinemas Reopening in April for ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’, Warner Bros. Ending HBO Max Release Experiment in 2022 (HT) ‘Zatanna’ Movie to Be Written By ‘Promising Young Woman’ Director Emerald Fennell (HT) ‘Hawkeye’ Spin-Off Series Starring Deaf Superhero Echo in Early Development at Disney+ All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
23 Mar 202133min
Spoiler Discussion: Zack Snyder's 'Justice League'
On the March 21, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film senior writer Ben Pearson and writer Chris Evangelista to have a spoiler discussion about Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Opening Banter: In The Spoiler Room: The Snyder Cut Brief Reactions from Peter Cyborg Steppenwolf Darkseid Martian Manhunter Superman Flash scene Revamped Climactic Action Scene The Knightmare Sequence What works better in each version? Is this a good movie on its own, or is it just better than the theatrical cut? Do you want to see more sequels/DCEU content from Snyder? Zack Snyder’s Justice League Review All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
22 Mar 20211h 23min
Spoiler Discussion: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 1 “New World Order”
On the March 19, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film managing editor Jacob Hall and senior writer Ben Pearson to have a spoiler discussion about The Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode 1 “New World Order” Opening Banter: In The Spoiler Room: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode 1 “New World Order” Brief Reaction Episode Breakdown Speculation 1:11:50: Interview with showrunner Malcolm Spellman All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
19 Mar 20211h 24min
Zack Snyder's Bonkers Plan for More Justice League Films, Disney's Theatrical Release Plans, and More
On the March 18, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by /Film weekend editor Brad Oman and writer Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and TV news, including Disney’s approach to its upcoming theatrical releases, a new Elmore Leonard show, Matthew McConaughey’s return to television, and Zack Snyder’s bonkers plan for more Justice League movies. Opening Banter: In The News: Brad: Disney CEO Says Theatrical Release Plan For Movies Like ‘Black Widow’ Will Be “Last Minute” Decisions Ben: Timothy Olyphant May Return as ‘Justified’ Character Raylan Givens in New Elmore Leonard Series Chris: ‘A Time for Mercy’ Will Have Matthew McConaughey Reprising ‘A Time to Kill’ Role for HBO John Grisham Series Ben: If Zack Snyder Made More ‘Justice League’ Movies, Superman & Lois’s Child Would Have Become the New Batman Other Articles Mentioned: All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
18 Mar 202119min
Water Cooler: Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Ted Lasso, Mortal Kombat, The Knick, Coming To America
On the March 17, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film weekend editor Brad Oman, senior writer Ben Pearson, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to discuss what they’ve been up to at the Water Cooler. Opening Banter: Jacob will return next week. At The Water Cooler: What we’ve been Doing:Peter has been busy at Southern California theme park based food festivals. Brad got his first vaccine shot. Hoai-Tran was on /Filmcast to review Raya and the Last Dragon, and also forgot to plug her NPR appearance. What we’ve been Watching:Peter didn't see Godzilla vs. Kong. Chris and Ben watched Zack Snyder’s Justice League Peter watched the first episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, rewatched Coming To America and saw the new Coming 2 America and Assembled: The Making of WandaVision. Chris watched the first 13 minutes of Mortal Kombat. Brad watched Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry, has finally started Ted Lasso Ben is still loving The Knick. What we’ve been Eating:Brad tried the new Whozeewhatzit candy bar, Muddy Buddies Pretzel Bites, Froot Loops and Golden Grahams Carnation Breakfast Essentials, and Monster Ultra Gold Other Articles Mentioned: All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
17 Mar 202154min
Rian Johnson's TV Show, Secret Invasion Casting, Golden Globes Changes, The Future of Killing Eve, and More
On the March 16, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by /Film writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and TV news, including some Secret Invasion casting, changes to the Golden Globes, Rian Johnson’s new TV series, a Let the Right One In show, and the future of Killing Eve. Opening Banter: In the News: (HT) Marvel’s ‘Secret Invasion’ Series Casts ‘One Night in Miami’ Star Kingsley Ben-Adir to Play the Main Villain (Chris) Golden Globes Changes: HFPA Promises 13% Black Membership After Over 100 PR Firms Say They Will Cut Off Talent Unless Real Change is Implemented (Ben) ‘Poker Face’: Rian Johnson’s First TV Series Will Star Natasha Lyonne (Ben) ‘Let the Right One In’ TV Series Heads to Showtime with Demian Bichir Starring (HT) ‘Killing Eve’ to End With Upcoming Season 4, But May Live On in Spin-Offs In the Mailbag: Do you think there comes a point in a critic’s life that he or she has seen so many movies that their love of film and cinema becomes sour to the point of criticizing a film and every little thing instead of the joy of the film? Other Articles Mentioned: All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
16 Mar 202126min
