32 thoughts on “Movie Podcast Weekly Ep. 074: 3 Days to Kill (2014) and Pompeii (2014) and Winter’s Tale (2014)”

1. Keeping in mind the sheer lack of care I have for both Batman and/or Superman And knowing Andy that you won’t respond to me here ( although I do hope to see you Sunday) I will weigh in with my thoughts on the now epic Batman vs Superman debate.

   They both suck. Yet I remain stalwart in the defense of Batman as the victor.

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   • Are you saying you’re a Marvel guy? If so, Yes!!!!

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     • Yes Marvel guy to my core. Not saying DC has no redeeming values , like my favorite Green Arrow , but if I’m going to choose it’s no contest.

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       • Also what’s a guy gotta do to get his picture next to his name? I must know!

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         • Ry,
           You can get a photo (or “Gravatar”) next to your name in comments by going to http://en.gravatar.com/ and associating a pic with your e-mail address. Then always use that e-mail address when you leave a comment.

           JP

           P.S. When you comment on your own podcast Web site (as I’m doing here), you have to LOG OUT of your Admin account, in order for your Gravatar to show up properly…

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       • I agree, I hate how DC has such infatuation with Superman and Batman. I’m a Flash guy. I also liked Green Lantern but without even seeing it I know they pretty much destroyed that character with the film.

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         • See i think that where DC and Warner Brothers is missing the boat is that they aren’t making movies where the villain is the main character. The Penguin needs his own movie, Darkseid needs his own movie. Their rogues gallery is stronger than their superheroes. Also look….Gravatar

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2. When was Emma Stone ever Batman’s girlfriend?
   Ha see, doesn’t even take someone from Geek Cast to call you out… 😀

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   • I think he got Batman mixed up with Spider-Man for a second there. And since we’re on the who could beat who argument, I’ll go ahead and say that Spider-Man is a pretty prepared guy and has powers and no such weakness as debilitating as kryptonite is to Superman. Thus… Spidey creates Kryptonite-laced webbing and beats Superman and Batman. Also the female X-Men characters alone would mop the floor with the Justice League.

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   • Andy:

     Take that.

     You’re an instigator.

     And not so logical when you want to be facetious.

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   • And THAT.

     Mark Waid’s Tower of Babel story had Supes in shock that Bruce would even consider having a backup plan just in case one of them went rogue.

     It’s pretty good. And logical, too, when you think about it.

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     • It’s also logical that a baby could thwart Superman if he was packing Kryptonite in his diaper.

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       • HAhahaha

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5. I always find it interesting when people look at a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes and say, it’s not that good but it’s an 8. By giving it an 8, Karl is part of that 98%, as is Jason’s 6.5. Rotten Tomatoes scores are just saying 98% give it a 6 or better, a fresh rating. It’s why Rotten Tomatoes is misleading, I’d just look at Metacritic.

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6. Oh and Jason, I laughed when you said you saw Paul W.S. Anderson’s name come across the screen. I noticed last week he’s never directed a Rotten Tomatoes certified “Fresh” film.

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7. Hi guys,

   I’m an avid fan from the Philippines. You guys really do a great job here! Might I suggest that you do the spoiler portion again? That way, we get to have an interesting in-depth review on the movies you watched with no holds barred. You get what I mean? I remember you once had this kind of set-up during the Fall of Olympus episode if I’m not mistaken. Oh well, I really love your podcast! Keep on, guys!

   My thoughts on this episode…

   For Andy on Batman vs Superman, watch DC’s animated feature Dark Knight Returns particularly part 2… you’ll see.

   Having said that, maybe you guys should include someone who is a comic geek into your roster given that superhero movies are really mainstream nowadays. What do you think? Oh wait… call in Willis Wheeler!

   Movie suggestions:
   1. Oldboy 2003 (Original Korean Film)
   2. Oldboy 2013 (Hollywood Remake)

   I suggest someone should watch the movies in different order. Like maybe Carl and Andy would watch Oldboy 2003 then Oldboy 2013, and Jason and Josh will have the reverse order. You might ask why… but I figured these two movies will have different reactions and views in an interesting way. It would generate a good discussion like what if I watched the remake first, how would I respond to the movie? Things like that. But anyway, I hope you’ll consider this.

   Thanks and more power!

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   • Hmmmmm who else would be a comic geek we could have on the show???? Oh I dont know maybe the guy with the word Geek sitting directly in his user name!!!!

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     • Willis is insane-o comic book apologist guy sometimes though. What they need is a guy who loves comic books but is willing to admit some of their faults.

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       • I’m practically screaming my name at the computer! Also there is always Geek Cast Bass.

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         • Did I hear right that you all are from Indiana? If so, whereabouts?

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8. Random niggling question: How come Midnight Corey Graham and Willis Wheeler get so much love from Jay, but we never hear him say whose voice that is in the bumper for Robotic Romances with Karl Huddleston? I guess Karl is an actor. Maybe he recorded his own bumper?

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   • I can’t tell if you’re serious or not, Cody. But assuming you’re serious, the reason a person isn’t credited for Karl’s intro voice is because it’s not an actual person… It’s from a text-to-speech generator I found online. I typed out the words of the intro, and the site generated it. Very cool.
     Jason

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9. Another great show, although totally missed Josh’s input during the Rashomon conversation! It’s a fantastic movie! Batman Gotham Knight is a fantastic manga (sg) take on the Dark Knight. I’m looking forward to watching the new Robocop, thanks for the recommendation from last show. And Andy and Karl are wrong! Batman is the coolest and yes, in a straight up fight, Superman would win, but there is no way Batman would let that happen…it’s a more interesting story if Batman wins…Superman’s a big boyscout…I had the same question, though, when was Emma Stone Batman’s girlfriend? Karl, did you like the first season of House of Cards? I only have the last episode to go in the first season and I love it! Despite it’s despicable characters it’s very entertaining and riveting! I agree with Josh and Andy that you would love Breaking Bad! And yeah, I thought Winter’s Tale looked stupid and I’m glad Josh took the hit on that one. I love your show and keep us the good work! I think Sliverado is Conster’s best movie…(only because it’s one of my favorites and I’m not a big fan of his…)

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11. So I wanted to let you all know my top 10 prior to The Oscars . We’ll start with honorable mentions: 12 Years a Slave, Captain Phillips, Dallas Buyers Club, Nebraska, Philomena and Prisoners all at 4/5 stars (based on my ratings site if choice, Letterboxd) or adjusted to your 10 point scale (minus halves) 8/10.

    The Top 10 Films of 2013 cause Hammer said so 🙂
    10: Star Trek Into Darkness
    9: The Broken Circle Breakdown
    8: The Act of Killing
    7: About Time
    6: Fruitvale Station
    5: Saving Mr. Banks
    4: The Place Beyond The Pines
    3: American Hustle
    2: Spring Breakers- Gotta see it Jay!
    1: Her

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    • Guess that means Josh and I did share 3 of the top 10.

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12. Hammer,

    I’m from small town Fowler. It’s 30 north of West Lafayette. You?

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13. Solsberry, a small town 15 miles west of Bloomington.

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    • So we should get drinks then?!

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      • Pretty long drive for drinks, but sometime maybe. Lol.

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