Episode #93: Thor: Ragnarok Review
Join hosts Tim, Troy, and Sunjay for a spoiler fill discussion of the 17th entry into the MCU; Thor: Ragnarok.
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MCU Retrospective Series: Thor: The Dark World
In the build up to the release of Thor: Ragnarok, join hosts Tim, Troy, and Sunjay to discuss Marvel’s 8th entry into the MCU: Thor: The Dark World.
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The Nerd Room Episode #92: Batman: The Animated Series Commentary
When host Tim is away, Troy and Sunjay will play! Join them as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of Batman: The Animated Series by providing commentary tracks for two landmark episodes from the series (Robin Reckoning Pt.1 and Old Wounds).
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MCU Retrospective Series: Marvel’s The Avengers
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Join hots Tim. Troy, and Sunjay to discuss Marvel’s 6th entry into the MCU: Marvel’s The Avengers (2012)
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The Nerd Room Episode #88: The Defenders Review
Hosts Tim and Troy are joined by guest reviewer and fellow Star Wars Commonwealth podcaster, Kyle from the TumblingSaber for a spoiler filled review Marvel’s Defenders!
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The Nerd Room Episode #84: Sunjay Solo - An Untitled Film Review Episode
Tim is out on business, Troy is honeymooning, and Sunjay is rolling solo!! The crew spends a lot of time talking Star Wars and Comicbook Movies, so TNR resident film expert is breaking down and reviewing some of this years other films, including; Kong Skull Island, Ghost in the Shell, and Power Rangers!
Tim is out on business, Troy is honeymooning, and Sunjay is rolling solo!! The crew spends a lot of time talking Star Wars and Comicbook Movies, so TNR resident film expert is breaking down and reviewing some of this years other films, including; Kong Skull Island, Ghost in the Shell, and Power Rangers!
12:46 - Kong Skull Island Review
20:25 - Ghost in the Shell Review
31:18 - Power Rangers Review
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Who you should’a called...
2016 saw the arrival of a new Ghostbusters movie. It starred some of comedy’s hottest stars and was directed by a celebrated comedic director. Yet it fell flat at the box office and only received a Luke warm reception by fans (5.3 on IMDB at the time of writing). I am a long time Ghostbusters fan, and as such, I have always had an idea where I would like to see the franchise go. Here is an idea for a Ghostbusters movie that honours what went before, but hands off to another generation...
2016 saw the arrival of a new Ghostbusters movie. It starred some of comedy’s hottest stars and was directed by a celebrated comedic director. Yet it fell flat at the box office and only received a Luke warm reception by fans (5.3 on IMDB at the time of writing). I am a long time Ghostbusters fan, and as such, I have always had an idea where I would like to see the franchise go. Here is an idea for a Ghostbusters movie that honours what went before, but hands off to another generation...
In the 1980’s the Ghostbusters were blue collar workers, ordinary guys placed in extraordinary situations. It was a ‘80s thing. From Indiana Jones to John McClane, we loved to see versions of ourselves up there on the big screen, getting into adventures we could hardly even imagine. Today, in an age of start ups and reality TV, it would seem fitting that the blue collar paranormal investigators would go on to be a ‘thirty year over night success’ and that their “start up” would hit the big time. So my Ghostbusters would have kicked off with some high-end appearances.
Imagine this: the original Ghostbusters have clawed their way back to success following the events of Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II. In fact, they have partnered up with a giant corporation (think Apple or Facebook) who have helped Venkman, Stantz, Spengler and Zeddmore franchise Ghostbusters into every city in the US. Like Starbucks, there is a Ghostbusters on every corner, manned by the kind of free spirit you might see behind the counter in a coffee house or wearing flip-flops and a giant beard in an Apple Store. Ghostbusters is where you work whilst waiting for something else to happen in your life.
We join our heroes at a ceremony honouring their recently passed friend, Egon Spengler at the campus HQ of Ghostbuster Inc. There, the new CEO (imagine Gillian Anderson in Ice Maiden mode) waxes lyrical about the OG Ghostbuster and everything he has given the world, from the proton pack to the ghost trap. Our heroes are deeply moved as they prepare to slip quietly into retirement.
At the event several of the new Ghostbusters, staff chosen to represent their region, meet the Ghostbusters. This is where the old meets the new, and where I'd imagine and skilled comedienne like Melissa McCarthy would shine. McCarthy’s character, let's call her Abby after her 2016 character, is something of a psychic and, upon meeting Ray, comments that she knows Ray has been seeing Egon since his death. Ray, taken aback by this, admits, reluctantly that Egon has been visiting him and in a sixth sense style, we cut to see Egon standing with his friends (a CGI Harold Ramis) looking tired and frustrated. Egon has a message for the team of retired Ghostbusters, but Ray just won't hear it.
We follow the Ghostbusters as they tour some local “firehouses” to meet some of the new Ghostbusters. This would give us an opportunity to drop in cameos from some new talent like Paul Rudd, Seth Rogen and Jonah Hill, along with the rest of the 2016 cast, Wiig, McKinnon and Jones. This is where Abby sees Egon, who uses her to relay the message Ray has been trying to ignore.
Gozer is coming back...
It has been thirty plus years for the Ghostbusters and the people of our dimension, but it has been mere seconds for Gozer and she wants revenge. Egon reporting from the other side helps the team put together a Ghostbuster’s super group. The best GBs from around the US will come together to form a team ready to take on the returning Gozer.
In the way the Ghostbusters were always screwed over by the authority figures in the original movies, here we have Gillian Anderson’s character attempt to monetise the return of Gozer by turning the affair into a pay for view reality TV event as our heroes kick some undead butt, whatever form it may take.
My pitch for this movie comes at a time where we are hearing renewed interest in the franchise from original director Ivan Reitman. It would serve to send off the characters we love in a way that frames them as successful heroes, whilst making the most of the fish out of water template that would best reflect the clash between old and new Ghostbusters. The introduction of a Ghostbusters Inc franchise across the US would enable the filmmakers to make spin off films that take advantage of the new comedic talent out there, and play with some story structures that reflect the world we live in. Using Gozer as the returning antagonist, would appeal to the original fans and use the current “nostalgia trip” trend to soft reboot the franchise.
I didn't like the 2016 Ghostbuster a whole lot, although I loved the creatives involved. I simply felt I missed a few of the elements that made the original one of the most charming movies of its time.
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The Nerd Room Episode #80: Spider-Man: Homecoming Review
Join hosts Sunjay, Troy and Tim to discuss the latest MCU film; Spider-Man: Homecoming!
Join hosts Sunjay, Troy and Tim to discuss the latest MCU film; Spider-Man: Homecoming!
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Spider-Man: Homecoming Spoiler Free Review
Spider-Man’s entrance into the MCU has never meant as much as it probably should have to me. I really enjoyed his appearance in Civil War but I had yet to fully appreciate the importance of his inclusion in the MCU, that is until I saw Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Spider-Man’s entrance into the MCU has never meant as much as it probably should have to me. I really enjoyed his appearance in Civil War but I had yet to fully appreciate the importance of his inclusion in the MCU, that is until I saw Spider-Man: Homecoming.
I haven't had this much genuine fun in a movie since Guardians of the Galaxy was released in 2014. Homecoming is full of heart, action, and excellent story telling with characters you immediately want to see more of. This is a shining example of how to tell a personalized story in a massively expansive Cinematic Universe. Each cameo and Universe reference served a purpose to the Spider-Man narrative and provided a solid foundation for the film to launch off of into its own story.
Taking Peter Parker back to his high school (teenage) roots gives us a fresh take on the hero’s struggle in the MCU. Tom Holland's performance as Peter Parker/Spider-Man is profoundly engaging and he is surround by a diverse cast of extremely likeable characters. Even with MCU heavy weights like RDJ/Iron Man, it is still very much a Peter Parker/Spider-Man film. The suit, web-slinging, and CG is flawless, I couldn't tell where the practical ends and the CG begins.
Homecoming’s main villain doesn't live up to ‘Loki’ status but Adrian Toomes/Vulture strays away from Marvel’s one-dimensional villain problem and is an excellent adversary for a young hero in a world full of superheroes.
As a fandom, we have to accept each film in the MCU as a sequel to the one before and we can no longer expect to have a completely isolated film that doesn’t acknowledge and integrate what came before. That being said, to have a full appreciation for the references and building blocks in the film, make sure to refresh yourself with The Avengers, Captain America: Civil War, and Avengers: AoU before heading into Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Spider-Man is going to be one of the pillars of the MCU going forward and Homecoming is an excellent solo and franchise entry into the ever expanding MCU, see it NOW!
Check out Spider-Man: Homecoming this weekend and listen to our full review in Episode #80 of The Nerd Room Podcast on Thursday, July 15th, 2017!
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Tim
MCU Retrospective Series: Captain America: TFA
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Join hosts Tim, Troy, and Sunjay to discuss Marvel's fifth entry into the MCU: Captain America: The First Avenger (2011).
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Enter the Nerd Room over the next 16 months for a massive retrospective review of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, leading into a weekend of release review of Avengers: Infinity War.
Join hosts Tim, Troy, and Sunjay to discuss Marvel's fifth entry into the MCU: Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
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The Nerd Room Episode #75: Wonder Woman Review
Join hosts Sunjay, Troy and Tim to discuss the latest DCEU film; Wonder Woman!
In this spoiler filled episode the guys breakdown all the details from the first highly praised DC movie in years.
Join hosts Sunjay, Troy and Tim to discuss the latest DCEU film; Wonder Woman!
In this spoiler filled episode the guys breakdown all the details from the first highly praised DC movie in years.
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The Nerd Room Episode #72: GOTG Vol. 2 Review
Join hosts Tim and Troy for a spoiler filled discussion of Marvel's latest entry into the MCU; Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
This is a part of our MCU retrospective series, a 16 month look back into every MCU film leading into a weekend of release review of Avenger: Infinity War.
Join hosts Tim and Troy for a spoiler filled discussion of Marvel's latest entry into the MCU; Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
This is a part of our MCU retrospective series, a 16 month look back into every MCU film leading into a weekend of release review of Avenger: Infinity War.
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