Plot Devices

On Ep. 33 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:45 – Warner Bros. Discovery cancels 'Batgirl' movie, undergoes major restructuring for HBO Max 14:11 – 'Avengers: The Kang Dynasty' to be directed by 'Shang-Chi's Destin Daniel Cretton 17:23 – Nicole Kidman's AMC intro will remain in theaters for another year 20:22 – Quick Hits! 'Ru Paul's Drag Race's Shea Coulee to join MCU's 'I...

On Ep. 31 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:15 – 74th Primetime Emmy nominations show love to ‘Succession,’ ‘The White Lotus’ and ‘Ted Lasso’ 9:06 – San Diego Comic-Con Trailers: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,’ 'John Wick: Chapter 4,' ‘Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves' 19:38 – San Diego Comic-Con News: Marvel confirms Phase 5 and 6 films, two ‘Avengers’ films in...

On Ep. 31 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:24 - Remembering James Caan 3:12 – ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ becomes the 2nd pandemic-released film to cross $1 billion 8:14 – A ‘Stranger Things’ spin-off and a ‘Death Note’ adaptation among the projects coming from The Duffer Brothers’ massive Netflix deal 15:57 – James Cameron wants ‘Avatar 4’ and ‘Avatar 5’ directed by other filmma...

On Ep. 30 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:45 – ‘Joker 2: Folie a Deux’ confirmed, will be a musical co-starring Lady Gaga 7:29 – Three animated films based on ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ confirmed to be in development, rumored to be focused on Kyoshi, Zuko and Korra. 13:51 – Trailer Roundup, including ‘Blonde,’ starring Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, and ‘Ticket to Par...

On Season 0 Episode 4 of Directorial Debuts, we're reviewing 2004's 'Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy' the first feature film from Adam McKay ('Step Brothers, 'Don't Look Up') We talk about the film as an influence on comedies in the 2000's, how it addresses '70s journalism culture and where it fits into McKay's filmography. Follow the show: Search for PLOT DEVICES on Spotify and Apple Podcas...

On Ep. 29 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 2:03 – Trailer Roundup! Final trailer for Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’ and first official trailer for the DCEU’s ‘Black Adam’ starring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson 9:08 – ‘Our Flag Means Death’ S2 officially confirmed from HBO Max, will start filming next year 13:26 – ‘Ozark’s Julia Gardner to play Madonna in biopic directed by the singer 18...

On Season 0 Episode 4 of Directorial Debuts, we're reviewing 2004's 'Saving Face' the first feature film from Alice Wu ('The Half of It,' 'Over the Moon') We talk about the film as a pioneer of Asian queer cinema, the complicated and personal ways the movies characters are approached, and where it fits into Wu's filmography. Follow the show: Search for PLOT DEVICES on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Tw...

On Season 0 Episode 3 of Directorial Debuts, we're reviewing 1999's 'The Iron Giant,' the first feature film from Brad Bird ('The Incredibles,' 'Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol,' 'Tomorrowland') We talk about it's fascinating behind-the-scenes history, the simple but emotional story is chooses to tell, and where it fits into Bird's filmography. Follow the show: Search for PLOT DEVICES on Spot...

On Ep. 28 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:16 - Remembering actor Ray Liotta and composer Vangelis 3:58 – Star Wars Celebration 2022 Recap, including first teaser for ‘Andor’ and ‘Tales of the Jedi’ confirmed for Fall 2022. 13:12 – Trailer round-up, including ‘Thor: Love and Thunder,’ ‘Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning: Part 1,’ and ‘Three Thousand Years of Longing’ 22:19...

On Season 0 Episode 2 of Directorial Debuts, we're reviewing 2011's 'Pariah,' the first feature film from Dee Rees ('Mudbound, 'Bessie') We talk about how the film never loses track of its emotional stakes, its handling of coming out narratives, and where it fits into Rees' filmography. Follow the show: Search for PLOT DEVICES on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Twitter/IG/Facebook @PlotDevicesPod Follo...

On Season 0 Episode 1 of Directorial Debuts, we're reviewing 1996's 'The Pallbearer,' the first feature film from Matt Reeves ('The Batman,' 'Cloverfield,' 'Dawn of/War for the Planet of the Apes'). We talk about how the film's comedic and dramatic sensibilities never entirely mesh, how much it feels like a 'Friends' episode, and where it fits into Matt Reeves' filmography. Follow the show: Search...

On Ep. 27 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:17 – First trailer for ‘Avatar 2’ released online after IMAX sneak peak 4:56 – Christopher Walken to play Emperor Shaddam IV in ‘Dune: Part II’ 9:28 – James Hong is the oldest performer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame 12:39 – Quick Hits! First trailer for Netflix’s ‘Resident Evil’ series starring Lance Reddick rel...

On Ep. 26 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:50 – First trailer for ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ releases 11:09 – Ana de Armas to lead ‘John Wick’ spin-off film, ‘The Ballerina’ 16:00 – Netflix faces controversy after laying off staff from animation and publicity divisions 25:31 – Quick Hits! ‘The Adam Project’s Walker Scobell cast as Percy Jackson in Disney+ series; ‘Legends o...

On this Plot Devices minisode (or whatever we call these), we spoil everything (and we do mean EVERYTHING) regarding 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,' from Sam Raimi's distinct direction choices to the big swings it takes for the MCU going forward. Follow the show: Search for PLOT DEVICES on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Twitter/IG/Facebook @PlotDevicesPod Follow the team! Noah Guzman: T...

On Ep. 25 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:30 – Intro 2:01 – Will Smith banned from the Academy Awards until 2032 6:37 – Bruce Willis retiring due to aphasia diagnosis 12:36 – Jim Carey says he’s retiring after ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ 17:24 – Elliot Page’s ‘Umbrella Academy’ character will mirror his real-life gender transition 20:36 – Quick Hits! Bill Skarsgard cast in ‘The Crow’ rema...

On Ep. 24 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 23:42 – Recap of the 2022 Academy Awards (‘CODA’ wins Best Picture, Sykes/Schumer/Hall as hosts, etc.) (*this portion was recorded the morning after the Oscars, thus why some post-ceremony details are not mentioned) 23:43– Quick Hits! Matt Reeves and Warner Bros. release deleted ‘The Batman’ scene 26:11 – The crew review ‘Deep Wate...

On Ep. 23 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:46 – Shaun Levy confirmed to direct ‘Deadpool 3,’ production to start this year 5:54 – New ‘Predator,’ ‘Planet of the Apes’ movies coming from 20th Century Films, ‘Avatar 2’ keeping 2022 release date 11:51– First trailer for ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ series released 17:36 – Quick Hits! ‘God of War’ series in development at Amazon, ‘The Mu...

On this Plot Devices minisode (or whatever we call these), Syke Merida and Danielle Boekankamp join to spoil all things ‘The Batman,' from the characters to Matt Reeves' approach to where this universe could take DC Films. Follow the show: Search for PLOT DEVICES on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Twitter/IG/Facebook @PlotDevicesPod Link to Brandon's review of 'The Batman:' www.theodysseyonline.com/the...

On Ep. 22 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:09 – ‘Doctor Strange’ and ‘Jurassic World’ among trailers at the 2022 Super Bowl 11:04 – Paramount+ just announced a lot of stuff, including new ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Spongebob’ movies 15:26 – ABC announces eight categories at this year's Oscars will be pre-taped 20:49 – Quick Hits! ‘A Quiet Place III’ and spin-off officially confirme...

On Ep. 21 of Plot Devices (with guest panelist, Hailey Forbis), we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:10 – Nominations for the 94th Academy Awards are out, here are the snubs, surprises and more! 21:41 – The team reviews ‘Moonfall’ (Theaters) 36:59 – The team reviews ‘Jackass Forever’ (Theaters) 50:58 – The team reviews ‘KIMI’ (HBO Max) 1:03:53 – ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ S1 Ep. 4-7 Review (Disn...

On Ep. 20 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:48 – First trailer for Disney Plus’s ‘Moon Knight’ 6:15 – Disney faces criticism over dwarf portrayals in upcoming ‘Snow White’ remake 13:05 – New ‘Chicken Run’ and ‘Wallace and Gromit’ movies coming to Netflix 19:20 – Quick Hits! First trailer for A24’s ‘X’ starring Jenna Ortega and Kid Cudi, ‘Girls Trip 2’ confirmed with full c...

On this Plot Devices minisode (or whatever we call these), Samantha Incorvaia returns to the show as we run down our Top 10 Films of 2021! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:56 – Thoughts on the state of movies in 2021 3:55 – Favorite TV shows of 2021 (Wandavision, Only Murders in the Building, etc.) 8:11 – Noah’s Honorable Mentions (Wolf, Encanto, etc.) 9:34 – Brandon’s Honorable Mentions (Limbo, There I...

On Ep. 19 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:41 – In Memoriam: Betty White, Peter Bogdanovich, Sidney Poitier, Bob Saget 5:47 – The 2022 Oscars will have a host, who should do it? 11:00 – Aubrey Plaza joins ‘The White Lotus’ S2 14:53 – ‘Pig’s Michael Sarnoski to direct spin-off of ‘A Quiet Place’ 19:40 – Quick Hits! Storm Reid joins HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ series, David Rams...

On Ep. 18 of Plot Devices, we talk about: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 1:44 – The crew reviews ‘Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar’ (Hulu) 8:14 – The crew reviews ‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines’ (Netflix) 14:50 – The crew reviews ‘The King’s Man’ (Theaters) 25:31 – The crew reviews ‘Licorice Pizza’ (Theaters) 38:29 – The crew reviews ‘Don’t Look Up’ (Netflix) 50:37 – The crew reviews ‘The Matrix: Resu...

On this Plot Devices minisode (or whatever we call these), we run down our Top 5 Most Anticipated Movies of 2022. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 2:24 – Brandon’s Honorable Mentions ( The Northman, Mission Impossible 7, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Avatar 2, Jackass Forever, Marry Me) 5:16 – Noah’s Honorable Mentions ( Moonfall, Uncharted, Bullet Train, Turning Red, Avatar 2, The Batman, The Northman)...