The John Campea Podcast: Episode 35 - Sausage Party, Female Directors

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Wednesday August 3rd 2016) John is joined by writer/director Jon Schnepp and together they discuss:1) Suicide Squad thoughts2) Rotten Tomatoes petitionFAN QUESTIONS:Rox Baicea writes: I know you liked Suicide Squad, but judging by what other people are saying I feel like half the things we've seen in ads, trailers and behind the scenes footage are not in the movie - Joker slapping Harley and her pointing a gun at him, Joker throwing a grenade and disappearing into the background, the line where he says "I can't wait to show you my toys", Joker patting a black case, Joker looking at his phone, Harley choking her bat like a gun, the scene where she asks everyone what they'd like to drink - apparently none of these things are in the movie. My question is how can we explain this? Why would WB release an incomplete Suicide Squad movie after releasing an incomplete BVS movie and being criticized for it? A Klay writes: Does The Jungle Book have a shot at being an Oscar contender? I feel like it absolutely deserves it based on its groundbreaking visual effects and it's strong direction and writing. However, I fear that it will be overlooked. Thanks!John Feinstein writes:As I'm sure you've noticed, the early Suicide Squad reviews were pretty negative, and that kinda brought everyone's spirits down. However, now that Jeremy Jahns has given the movie a pretty good review, a lot of his fanboys are flocking to anything Suicide Squad-related, saying things like "Jeremy said it was good, so fuck the critics." I would love to hear your thoughts on these people who seem to hold one man's opinion in higher regard than the opinions of 50 certified RT critics. (No hate for Jeremy, I just don't think he's the messiah of movie reviews) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Aug 201641min

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Tuesday August 2nd 2016) John talk about the following:1) Channing Tatum in SPLASH remake2) Suicide Squad3) GSP coming back to UFC?FAN QUESTIONS:Kathy Lin writes: Considering MOS (which i love, made me love superman), kick-started the DCEU, i cant help but feel sorry for HC and superman, getting pushed aside in favor of batman. HC's superman just don't get enough love with many hating his superman portrayal. His performance was so forgotten and underappreciated by many with many calling him a bad, bland, wooden actor. Lately, i read that WB suggested having HC to be Tarzan but David Yates didn't want him because of his high profile. I cant help but think of the number of projects he might have missed out on because of his fame or 'infamous' as the cinematic superman everyone in Hollywood seems to dislike or care about. As much as i love him as superman and very excited with the DCEU, but i'm worried for his career. Thoughts? Tom Shotter writes: I listened to your podcast about comic con moving to Vegas and it makes perfect sense. However, do you think comic con is under pressure from San Diego city council or whatever it's called over there because if you move comic con to Vegas how much money will the local businesses lose?SamDean writes: Hello John loving podcast, with Warcraft failing to make the$500,000,000 that needed to break even, does mean future in film fornow is dead. Thanks & May Force Be With You!Dejan Borjanovic writes: Where is Mickey Rourke? He had a long-time absence but then had a great resurgence with 2008's The Wrestler and then Iron Man 2, but now he has disappeared again. Why do you think that is? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Aug 201632min

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Wednesday July 27th 2016) John talks about the following:1) People making excuses for some not liking Gal Gadot’s acting2) Other Comic Con Trailers3) No Charlie Hunnam for Pacific Rim 2 (John Boyega)4) The Joker isn’t Jason ToddFAN QUESTIONS:After Comic con and Star wars celebration I have been hearing many stories of people waiting over 7 hours and still not get in to see certain panels. That is a really long time where you could be doing something else and enjoy the rest of the convention. Personally, I find this to be one of the biggest reasons to separate the cons. I get the allure that everything is in one place but is it worth it if all you get to see is one thing all day. ~RaymundoI know you are a huge fan of the TV Flash, which I am as well it's my favorite comic book TV show, my question is do you think Flash are becoming over reliant on Speedster villains? and do you think it could put casual fans off watching the show because it's the same formula? ~JamesHope you had a great Comic Con! I thought all the trailers that were released at Comic Con by Marvel and DC were great with the highlights being the Wonder Woman, Dr. Strange and my favourite being the Justice League footage and the first group photo of the Justice League together! But being in the midst of it yourself, which studio did you feel have the most buzz going... or in other words, who do YOU feel won Comic con? ~Faiyaz AmitA non sdcc questiion....in their prime Boxer vs. MMA. Mike Tyson vs. Brock Lesnar? I'll with MT. My thought being Brock is to ground based. ~Joe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Juli 201645min

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Monday July 18th 2016) John discusses the following topics: - New Netflix series STRANGER THINGS - Star Wars Celebration letdown - Han Solo funeral in Episode VIII - No opening crawl for Star Wars Rogue One - Ghostbusters 2 almost confirmedAnd the following questions from the viewers:With Matt Damon recently saying he would join a superhero project if Ben Affleck were to direct him, do you think there is a possibility that he might show up in Affleck's 'Batman' film? ~Lewis McAllisterMy question is what are your special SDCC "surprises"(something unexpected that blows everyone's minds like the BvS announcement or Godzilla 2k14 in previous panels) that you would like to see announced this year? I would personally love to see WB finally put some clarity on their Mortal Kombat reboot after all those years of rumors. ~R CrzHi John. In the past you have talked about Movie Pass. I was just wondering if you had any thoughts on the new pricing structure that they are trying to implement. I do not recall if you stated you stopped using the service or if you continue to use it. do you think this product can actually work? ~Fred TuytensWhat's up John? Hope you are well. With CBS announcing a new Star Trek tv series for 2017. Do you think Star Trek Beyond will be the final film in this current film universe starring Chris Pine? ~Chris WardenFollow John on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @JohnCampeaSubscribe to Comic-Con HQ at:http://www.comic-conhq.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Juli 201635min

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Saturday July 16th 2016) John discusses the following topics:1) Star Wars Rogue One missing trailer2) Rebels season 3 trailer3) Wonder Woman pictures4) Suicide Squad tracking for $125 million5) Transformers: The Last KnightAnd the following viewer emails:What do you think about Tim Duncan retirement? ~ B WayneWhat do you think will be the better showcase for Andrew Garfield; Mel Gibson's "Hacksaw Ridge", or Martin Scorsese's "Silence"? Keep up the awesome work, you're one of the best! ~Aaron TetersHi John. I'm really excited for Justice League with all the news and stuff but my fear is with all that fun and light tone in the movie do you think that they will ruin the character of Ben Affleck's Batman? Like in Batman & Robin. ~Vader LittleI have a question for your podcast next week. I know you liked the movie Batman v Superman despite its flaws and I agree with you that despite those flaws it isn’t that bad of a film. My question for you is what would YOU have done to make the movie better? What would have taken out or in to the film to make it a hit at the box office? ~Jim GillentineFollow John on facebook and twitter at @JohnCampea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 Juli 201644min

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Wednesday July 13th 2016) John talks about the following: - WB Games pays some YouTube reviewers - Pokemon getting a movie in development - Movies as dates - Batman's role in Suicide Squad - and a whole bunch more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Juli 201642min

On this episode of The John Campea Podcast (recorded Monday July 11th 2016) John talks about the following: - Is the Gambit movie still on - Secret Life Of Pets dominates box office - UFC 200 - How will Ghostbusters do at the box office - The pathetic trolls trying to sink a movie they haven't seen yet - and a whole bunch more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Juli 201647min