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NEWS ROUND-UP: 12-19-2021
20 december 2021
In this episode of The Fictionphile Podcast, we cover some of the highlights from the past week, including news about Spider-Man: No Way Home, Ghostbusters, and adaptations coming to Netflix and Amazon. Lees meer
https://youtu.be/orZ5nKvM4vY
Transcript
Intro
Good day, fellow fiction lovers. I’m Jason Boyd, and you’re listening to The Fictionphile Podcast. Today, we’ll cover some of the highlights from the past week. So, without further preamble, let’s get to it.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Opens to 2nd Biggest Opening Day of All Time
The newest Spider-Man opened to the second best opening day in the history of the U.S. box office, bringing in a total of $121.5 million. It came behind Avengers: Endgame and ahead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. It’s the number one opening day ever for the month of December.
Source: Deadline
Female-led Alternative History Western Comic Book Getting Netflix Adaptation
The female-led comic book The Hated, an alternate history western, is going to get the Netflix treatment soon. No release date has yet been announced.
Source: Slashfilm
Atlas Six TV Series in the Works for Amazon
Amazon has a TV series in the works based on the novel The Atlas Six by Olivia Blake. The originally self-published novel took off on TikTok in 2020, and the next book in the series will be out Fall 2022. No release date has been set for the TV series.
Source: Book Riot
New Ghostbusters Game in the Works
In a recent interview, Ernie Hudson spilled the beans that he and Dan Ackroyd have been scheduled to start voice recording their part of a new Ghostbusters video game. No further details were communicated by the star, but this would be the first game since 2009 to feature members of the original cast.
Source: Movieweb
Kickass to be Rebooted by Its Original Writer/Director
Matthew Vaughn said in a recent interview for his upcoming movie The Kings Man that there will be a Kickass reboot coming in two years. Other details are scant at this time, as the news jus…
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NEWS ROUND-UP: 12-12-2021
13 december 2021
In this episode of The Fictionphile Podcast, we cover some of the highlights from the past week, including news about Anne Rice, The Eternals, and The Game of the Year Awards. Lees meer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqqMhOgH4hw
Transcript
Intro
Good day, fellow fiction lovers. I’m Jason Boyd, and you’re listening to The Fictionphile Podcast. Today, we’ll cover some of the highlights from the past week. So, without further preamble, let’s get to it.
Anne Rice Dead at 80
Anne Rice, author of Interview with the Vampire and other supernatural fiction, has died at age 80 due to complications from a stroke.
Source: Entertainment Weekly
Eternals Streaming on Disney+ in January
The Eternals, the latest movie theater release from Marvel, is finally coming to Disney+ January 12.
Source: /Film
Universal Films Will Debut on Peacock as Early as 45 Days Following Theatrical Release
Universal Films will stream on Peacock as early as 45 days after their theatrical release, NBCUniversal announced. The distribution model will start in the new year.
Source: ComingSoon.net
It Takes Two Wins Game of the Year
It Takes Two from Hazelight Studios and Electronic Arts took home the Game of the Year Award at The 2021 Game Awards on December 9th. Replays of the big award, plus many others, are available to stream online.
Source: The Game Awards
Multiple Games Revealed at Game of the Year Awards
This year’s Game Awards also featured several reveals by way of announcements and trailers. Most notable of the reveals are the upcoming titles Star Trek: Resurgence, Dune: Spice Wars, Star Wars Eclipse, Alan Wake 2, and Dying Light 2. Check out fictionphile.com for this podcast’s show notes, where we’ll post trailers as available.
Source: ComingSoon.net
Closing
That wraps it up for this week. Be sure to check back next week for more news highlights from the wide world of narrative entertainment. In the meantime, check out Fictionphile on a social media platform near you or head to fiction…
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NEWS ROUND-UP: 12-5-2021
5 december 2021
In this episode of The Fictionphile Podcast, we cover some of the highlights from the past week, including news about Spider-Man, Game of Thrones, and The Avengers. Lees meer
Transcript
Intro
Good day, fellow fiction lovers. I’m Jason Boyd, and you’re listening to The Fictionphile Podcast. Today, we’ll cover some of the highlights from the past week. So, without further preamble, let’s get to it.
Amy Pascal: Tom Holland to Star in Three More Spider-Man Movies After “No Way Home”
Despite Tom Holland’s public waffling on his future as the webslinger, producer Amy Pascal says the Marvel plan is to have the star in at least three more Spider-Man titles.
Source: Fandango
Dark Horse Comics May Be Looking for a Buyer
Dark Horse, arguably the biggest comic book publisher outside of DC and Marvel, is reportedly looking for a buyer. Acquiring the publisher of original titles like Hellboy and The Umbrella Academy could conceivably mean a big coup for a streaming giant suitor.
Source: Slash Film
HBO Spent $30 Million on a Failed Game of Thrones Spin-Off
Before the upcoming The House of the Dragon was greenlit to series, there was another Game of Thrones prequel in line at HBO that got the axe. Well, it’s now been reported that HBO spent $30 million for a pilot episode for the failed series, before deciding to cancel it entirely.
Source: Entertainment Weekly
White Men Can’t Jump Set to Get a Remake
Filmmaker Calmatic will be at the helm of a recently announced remake of the 90’s sports comedy White Men Can’t Jump from 20th Century Studios. The director is fresh off production of New Line’s reboot of House Party.
Source: Slash Film
Galactus Gets a New Herald in Avengers #50 / #750
The pages of Avengers #50, the 750th issue overall, features a surprise twist–Galactus’ new herald is none other than Kevin Plunder, also known as Ka-Zar, Lord of the Savage Land. Although this is quite the departure from the likes of Silver Surfer, the power cosmic is surely going to upgrade th…
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NEWS ROUND-UP: 11-28-2021
29 november 2021
In this episode of The Fictionphile Podcast, we cover some of the highlights from the past week, including news about Encanto, Doctor Who, and the passing of a musical theatre legend. Lees meer
Transcript
Intro
Good day, fellow fiction lovers. I’m Jason Boyd, and you’re listening to The Fictionphile Podcast. Today, we’ll cover some of the highlights from the past week. So, without further preamble, let’s get to it.
Stephen Sondheim Dead at 91
The musical theater legend Stephen Sondheim has died at age 91. With a list of works that include Sweeney Todd and West Side Story, Sondheim won nine Tony Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, an Oscar, and eight Grammys during his lifetime.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Encanto Leads 2021 Thanksgiving Weekend Box Office
The Disney cartoon musical Encanto leads the Thanksgiving weekend with $40 million. The film features original songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda and tells the story of a Colombian teenager who has to save her family’s magic, despite her own lack of the magical touch.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Kojima Productions Announces New Film, TV, and Music Division
Kojima Productions, the video game studio behind legendary game series such as Metal Gear, has announced they’re expanding to film, television, and music. The new division will be based in Los Angeles, while the video game division will remain in Japan.
Source: /Film
New Doctor Who Production Company Name Hints at Shared Universe & Spinoffs
Co-founder of Bad Wolf Productions, Julie Gardner, is attached at the director level for a new company titled Whoniverse 1 Ltd. This has caused a stir that there may be a Dr. Who shared-universe upon Russell T. Davies’ return in 2023.
Source: Screen Rant
Dune Passes $100 Million at Domestic Box Office
Dune has officially surpassed $100 million at the domestic box office. This is thanks in part to a $400,000 Thanksgiving day box office take. The film will likely experience another boost once it heads back to IMAX on Dec. 3, 2021…
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NEWS ROUND-UP: 11-21-2021
22 november 2021
In this episode of The Fictionphile Podcast, we cover some of the highlights from the past week, including news about Black Panther, Ghostbusters, and Lethal Weapon. Lees meer
Transcript
Intro
Good day, fellow fiction lovers. I’m Jason Boyd, and you’re listening to The Fictionphile Podcast. Today, we’ll cover some of the highlights from the past week. So, without further preamble, let’s get to it.
Earthworm Jim Gets A New Series
The 90’s video game and cartoon, Earthworm Jim, is getting a brand new series. Although details are scant, as the project is only in development, the Interplay production already has a teaser. Check out the show notes on fictionphile.com to get your sneak peak.
Source: Variety
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Officially On Hiatus
The Black Panther sequel, Wakanda Forever, is officially on hiatus for the rest of the year due to the recovery time needed for star Letitia Wright’s on-set injuries. Although the production has been paused since the incident earlier this year, Marvel Studios recently informed the crew that the film was on a hiatus through the end of 2021.
Source: Deadline
Darkhorse Teams Up With Star Wars Again in 2022
Darkhorse is back at it again with new Star Wars comics starting up in 2022. The comics are said to be intended for an all ages audience.
Source: SuperheroHype.com
Ghostbusters: Afterlife Opening Weekend a Success, Lags Behind 2016 Reboot
As of the time of this recording, Ghostbusters: Afterlife is projected to rake in a weekend total of $43.4 million. While impressive enough to put it in the number 1 spot, for comparison, the 2016 all-female reboot attempt brought in $46 million.
Source: Screenrant
Mel Gibson Takes Up Directing Reins of Next Lethal Weapon Movie
Mel Gibson has been tapped to direct the next Lethal Weapon. After Richard Donner’s death in July, the next Lethal Weapon movie went into a standstill. The late director had served at the helm for every entry of the franchise. Now, production is expecte…
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NEWS ROUND-UP: 11-2-2020
3 november 2020
Ahoy, Fictionphile Fans. Welcome to the Fictionphile News Round-Up for Nov. 2, 2020. My name is Corrine Asbell, and I’m the Managing Editor of fictionphile.com. Lees meer
We’re trying a bit of a new format. Don’t worry, the podcast style you know and–maybe love–has not gone away. We’re just planning on sneaking in a new format like this one here and there.
Be sure to head to the Fictionphile page on Facebook to let us know what you think!
RIP Sean Connery
Screen legend Sir Sean Connery died on Halloween at the age of 90.
The actor was responsible for some of the big screen’s biggest roles, including James Bond. The Scottish actor is arguably considered the best of the Bonds, appearing in seven 007 films, out of nearly 67.
AMC’s COVID-19 Woes
Theater chain AMC reports a more than 90 percent revenue loss in its third quarter.
Loss totals climbed to $905.8 million dollars. To compare to the same quarter of last year, 2019, the net loss was a paltry $54.8 million dollars. Needless to say, the drastic upheaval of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic is largely to blame.
New Toy Lines
With the holiday season fast approaching, we’re seeing an influx of new toys from some of our favorite IPs
McFarlane toys announced recently that it plans to launch a series of toys specifically inspired by The Witcher‘s Netflix TV series. LEGO has just announced a first-ever run of bricks inspired by the long-lived children’s show, Sesame Street.
Oh, and of course this holiday can’t be complete without baby Yoda toys. LEGO has announced a set for The Child. Hasbro has announced some new The Mandalorian additions to it’s Black Series line of figures. Cara Dune, The Mandalorian, IG-11 and a couple of Imperial troopers will be available for this holiday season.
Justice League Trailer Nopes Out
Zack Snyder‘s Director’s Cut of The Justice League had a trailer…
But then it got pulled due to copyright complaints over use of Leonard Cohen‘s original version of the song Hallelujah.
Dungeons & Drag…
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The Shining – Fictionphile Podcast #23
20 oktober 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why the movie The Shining is a work of art. Topics include the genius of Stanley Kubrick, the genius of Jack Nicholson, and a lively debate on whether The Shining counts as a horror film. Lees meer
For those experiencing hearing loss, and simply for your reference regardless, see the transcription below.
Transcript Coming Soon
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Aliens - In Space No One Can Hear Jason's Soundboard
6 oktober 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why the movie Alien (1979) is a work of art. Topics include the character of Ripley, the practical special effects, and the tense horror effects employed. Lees meer
Alien is a science fiction classic directed by Ridley Scott and produced by Gordon Carroll, David Giler, and Walter Hill. Its horror-sci-fi hybrid script was written by Dan O'Bannon based on a story by O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett. This, the start to the Alien franchise, stars Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton, John Hurt, Ian Holm, and Yaphet Kott.
The original Alien movie released to great acclaim, manifesting multiple sequels, including Aliens (1986), Alien 3 (1992), and Alien Resurrection (1997). A prequel series included Prometheus (2012) and Alien: Covenant (2017). This is in addition to myriad novels, comics, and video games.
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Preacher Comic Book Series - Cowboys & Vampires
29 september 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why the comic book Preacher is a work of art. Topics include the analysis of masculinity, its rollicking debauchery, and whether it'd ever fly today.
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse – Fictionphile Podcast #20
22 september 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is a work of art. Topics include the innovative animation styles, the fantastic introduction to Miles Morales, and the return to form for Spider-Man storytelling. Lees meer
For those experiencing hearing loss, and simply for your reference regardless, see the transcription below.
Transcript Coming Soon
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Scott Pilgrim - Fictionphile vs. The World
15 september 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why the Scott Pilgrim comic book series is a work of art.
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The Dark Knight Rises - Fictionphile Podcast #18
25 augustus 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Dark Knight Rises is a work of art.
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The Dark Knight - It's Getting Sweaty in Here
18 augustus 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Dark Knight is a work of art.
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Batman Begins - Midnight Train to Gotham
11 augustus 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Batman Begins is a work of art. Topics include the artistic directing, true-to-comics story line, and the beginning of a new age of superhero movies.
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The Shawshank Redemption - I Wish I Could Tell You Jason Did the Narration Well...
4 augustus 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Shawshank Redemption is a work of art.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) - Radical Nostalgia, Bruh
28 juli 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) is a work of art.
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The Fifth Element - Korben!
21 juli 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Fifth Element is a work of art.
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The Killing Joke - Just Throw to Third Base
14 juli 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Killing Joke is a work of art.
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer - A Lot at Stake
30 juni 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Buffy the Vampire Slayer (TV) is a work of art.
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Final Fantasy 7 - Clouds in My Coffee
23 juni 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Final Fantasy 7 is a work of art.
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Watchmen - Smiling With Your Back Turned
16 juni 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Watchmen is a work of art.
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Jason the Blacksmith
9 juni 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a work of art.
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The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Bush Whacking Simulator
26 mei 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is a work of art.
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi - Bring Me My Chamberpot
19 mei 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Star Wars: Return of the Jedi is a work of art.
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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back - Dislike Yoda, Do You?
12 mei 2020
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back is a work of art.
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Star Wars: A New Hope - May the Fourth Be With You
4 mei 2020 · 1 uur 1 min
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Star Wars: A New Hope is a work of art.
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Ghostbusters: Who You Gonna Call? #Hamilton
28 april 2020 · 56 min
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Ghostbusters is a work of art.
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The Princess Bride - As You Wish
21 april 2020 · 46 min
In this episode of the Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why The Princess Bride is a fairy tale work of art.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark - James Bond Without the Hardware
14 april 2020 · 57 min
In this launch of the new Fictionphile Podcast, the crew analyzes why Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark is truly a masterpiece.