Be Kind Rewind

Disney finally named its next CEO, but history says this moment is more fragile than it looks. Josh D’Amaro is officially stepping into the role ahead of Bob Iger’s planned exit, and this time, Disney is promising a real transition instead of a rushed handoff. In this episode, I walk through why this move makes sense, why Disney’s past leadership changes struggled, and what has to happen for this...

Summary In this episode of Be Kind Rewind, Joe Young discusses the latest in movie news, including Jason Momoa's portrayal of Lobo in the upcoming Supergirl film, the promising trailer for Masters of the Universe, and Netflix's strategic moves in the film industry. He also dives into the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, highlighting the significance of the films recognized this yea...

Summary In this episode of Be Kind Rewind, Joe Young discusses the significant leadership changes at Lucasfilm, with Kathleen Kennedy transitioning out and Dave Filoni and Lin-Wen Brennan stepping into key roles. The restructuring aims to separate creative and business leadership, which could lead to a more balanced and intentional direction for the Star Wars franchise. Joe expresses cautious opti...