Moving Panels

What happens when film directors reject Hollywood realism and start treating the movie screen like a hand-drawn comic book page? In this special One Shot episode, Laramy is joined by his co-host and wife, Bethany, to break down the concept of Panel-to-Frame Grammar . We aren't talking about movie reviews or standard comic adaptations—we are diving deep into the visual pacing, structural contin...

This week on Moving Panels , our Summer Series continues with a movie that isn’t based on a comic book… but absolutely feels like one. Laramy is joined by Nicholas Pepin from Pop Culture Roulette and Tim Williams from 80s Flick Flashback to discuss Hancock (2008), the superhero movie that asked: what if the world’s most powerful hero was also its biggest public nuisance? The group talks about Will...

What happens when you put Marvel’s first family up against Pixar’s super-powered household? On this Moving Panels One Shot , Laramy Wells and Gerry D. dive into the similarities and differences between the Fantastic Four and The Incredibles. From matching powers and team dynamics to the deeper theme of family, we explore why these two iconic groups feel so connected—and where they couldn’t be more...

This summer, Moving Panels is trying something new. Instead of discussing movies and TV shows directly adapted from comics, we’re celebrating stories inspired by them — movies that capture the spirit of comic books without coming from the page. To kick things off, Laramy is joined by his daughters Ruby and Lily to discuss The Incredibles . Together they talk about why this Pixar classic may secret...

This summer, Moving Panels is exploring a different side of comic book storytelling. When most people think of comic book movies, they think of direct adaptations. But every episode of Moving Panels begins with the phrase “based on, inspired by, and adapted from the world of comics” for a reason. Comic books have influenced storytelling far beyond the pages of Marvel and DC. In this special Moving...

What happens when Superman sings, Broadway collides with late-night television, and absolutely nobody involved seems to be making the same project? Laramy Wells and Tim Williams dive into the bizarre 1975 TV special It's a Bird... It's a Plane... It's Superman! —a musical adaptation of the Man of Steel that feels equal parts Silver Age comic, stage production, and fever dream. The guys...

It’s aniMAYtion month on Moving Panels , and hosts Laramy Wells, Tim Williams, and Nicholas Pepin are throwing a massive curveball into the ranking machine! We start the episode like any normal, chaotic day at the mercy of the Flickchart algorithm—pitting completely random comic book and superhero movies against each other in brutal head-to-head battles. But because it’s May, we are shaking things...

For aniMAYtion month, Laramy Wells and Blake Fowler dive into one of the most emotional and morally complex Batman stories ever adapted with Batman: Under the Red Hood . The guys discuss Jason Todd’s return, Batman’s no-kill rule, the legacy of A Death in the Family , and the infamous fan vote that decided Jason’s fate back in 1988. They also break down the differences between the comic and animat...

This week on Moving Panels: One Shot , Laramy Wells and James Brooks dive into the darker side of animated comic adaptations in “Adult Themes in Animated Comic Adaptations”. From the brutal violence of Invincible to the gothic horror of Castlevania and the emotional chaos of Harley Quinn, the conversation explores how animation evolved beyond the “kids cartoon” label to tackle trauma, horror, mora...

It’s aniMAYtion month on Moving Panels , and we’re diving into one of Marvel’s most chaotic animated releases— Hulk vs. 💥 This episode is split into two mini-episodes as we break down Hulk vs. Thor and Hulk vs. Wolverine separately, exploring how each story brings a completely different tone, style, and perspective to the Hulk. From mythological clashes with gods to brutal, grounded fights with W...

Mythology never really went away… it just started showing up in comic books. In this Moving Panels: One Shot , Laramy is joined by his wife Bethany to explore the deep connections between ancient mythology and modern superheroes. From characters pulled straight from legend like Thor and Hercules, to myth-inspired heroes like Moon Knight, Wonder Woman, Shazam, Aquaman, and Black Panther, this episo...

In this episode of Moving Panels , Laramy is joined by Gerry D, and Blake Fowler to break down Marvel’s Moon Knight —one of the most unique and psychologically complex entries in the MCU. The crew dives deep into how the series adapts the character from the comics, exploring the many versions of Marc Spector and how those changes shaped the show. They discuss Oscar Isaac’s standout performance, th...

Another round of Moving Panels: Versus is here! Laramy Wells is joined by James Brooks and Gerry D. as Flickchart once again takes control, delivering random comic book movie matchups as they continue building the ultimate ranked list — one decision at a time. With only moments to choose, it takes two out of three votes for a movie to advance… and if someone hasn’t seen a film, it gets sent straig...

What happens when two best friends hypnotize their grumpy principal… and accidentally turn him into a superhero in his underwear? On this episode of Moving Panels , Laramy is joined by his daughters, Ruby and Lily, to talk all about Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie ! Together, they dive into the hilarious world of George and Harold, share their favorite (and least favorite!) moments, creat...

The bracket ends here. After weeks of voting, debating, and some brutal eliminations, the Moving Panels Villain Bracket has been narrowed down to the Final Four . On this episode, we reveal which villains survived Round 2 and made it to the final stage — and then we take over from there. No more polls. No more audience voting. This time, we make the call. We break down each finalist, compare perfo...

It’s March Madness on Moving Panels , and this year we’re shining the spotlight on villains . This week, Laramy Wells is joined by Justin Baker to dive into The Suicide Squad — a chaotic, violent, and surprisingly heartfelt entry in the DC universe. From obscure comic book characters to one of the Justice League’s strangest villains, the crew breaks down the cast, the comic connections, and why th...

Sometimes the most unforgettable moments in comic book movies don’t belong to the heroes — they belong to the villains. In this Moving Panels: One Shot , Laramy Wells and Justin Baker dive into some of the greatest villain moments in comic book movie history. From chilling speeches to shocking victories, these are the scenes where the bad guys completely take over the story. Whether it’s a master...

On this episode of Moving Panels , Laramy Wells and cohost Tim Williams continue their March Madness month focusing on great comic book villains by diving into Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse . Along the way, they discuss the groundbreaking animation, the rise of Miles Morales as Spider-Man, and the creative designs of the many Spider-People across the multiverse—including Spider-Gwen , Spider-M...

Who is the greatest live-action comic book or graphic novel villain of all time? On this episode of Moving Panels , we build the bracket that will decide exactly that. From iconic heavyweights like The Joker and Thanos… to television titans like Kingpin and Homelander… to graphic novel monsters straight out of Sin City … and yes, even Parker Posey’s corporate chaos from Josie and the Pussycats — n...

This week on Moving Panels , Laramy Wells is joined by Tim Williams to discuss The Falcon and the Winter Soldier . What does it actually mean to carry the shield? We dive into Sam Wilson’s journey toward becoming Captain America, the emotional weight of Isaiah Bradley’s story, Bucky Barnes’ slow and painful road to redemption, and why John Walker might be one of the most fascinating “villains” the...

Welcome to this Moving Panels One Shot… and the very first edition of Moving Panels: Versus ! In this rapid-fire new series, Laramy Wells is joined by Chad Smith and Tim Williams as they begin building the ultimate ranked list of comic book movies — one Flickchart matchup at a time. Two movies enter, one movie advances, and it takes two out of three votes to survive. And if someone hasn’t seen a f...

Happy Valentine’s Day from Moving Panels ! 💝 Laramy and Bethany team up for a Date Night episode on Tamara Drewe , the countryside romantic comedy-drama adapted from Posy Simmonds’ graphic novel and inspired by Far from the Madding Crowd . Is it charming? Is it chaotic? Is it a good date night pick?

It’s time for our annual Valentine’s Day Date Night reveal. In this Moving Panels One Shot, Laramy brings Bethany along as he walks through the process of choosing this year’s Valentine’s movie — from questionable AI suggestions and past date-night picks to romantic choices that absolutely did not make sense. Along the way, they talk about what actually makes a good Valentine’s movie, how classic...

In this episode of Moving Panels , Laramy Wells is joined by Gerry D from Totally Rad Christmas to dive into Season 1 of Marvel’s Daredevil . The conversation explores how the series redefined superhero television with its grounded tone, brutal action, and deeply human take on Matt Murdock. Laramy and Gerry break down the show’s strongest episodes, examine one that doesn’t quite land, and dig into...

Fear is one of the most powerful forces in superhero storytelling. In this Moving Panels: One Shot , Laramy Wells is joined by Tim Williams and James Brooks to explore how fear shapes heroes, villains, and the worlds they inhabit. From Batman turning fear into a symbol, to Daredevil enduring it night after night in Hell’s Kitchen, to mutants, monsters, and myths built on what people fear most, thi...