The Superhero Pantheon

Jerome and Brian cover 1980's The Fog, a John Carpenter joint that disappointed the hosts. They discuss what works and what doesn't. Maybe not their favorite but next week is The Thing!

Jerome and Brian begin John Carpenter month by discussing a very good 1976 film in Assault on Precinct 13. John Carpenter can direct and put together a great score! Who knew?

Jerome and Brian end their discussion of Chadwick Boseman's filmography by discussing his final live action performance. They also discuss the controversial 2021 Academy Awards and how some of the very themes of this film connect to currency events in the entertainment industry.

Jerome and Brian continue their discussion of specific movies from Chadwick Boseman's filmography. This week, they examine one of the best (and criminally underrated from an award's standpoint) films of 2020, Spike Lee's Da 5 Bloods. They discuss why Delroy Lindo is great and how eerie aspects of the movie are in hindsight.

Jerome and Brian discuss one of Chadwick Boseman's first starring roles, his turn as an all-time baseball icon Jackie Robinson. The duo discuss the weaknesses of biopics in general but also some of the very good performances (save one big casting choice). The last few minutes are a brief discussion of the second episode of What If, Episode 2, featuring one of Chadwick Boseman's last vocal performa...

Jerome and Brian are back after a three month hiatus. They are honoring Chadwick Boseman by talking about four films from his filmography, starting with his supporting performance in 2014's Draft Day. The duo discuss the absolutely absurdity at plat and why Kevin Costner stinks at playing a grump.

Jerome and Brian have been doing some version of this show for three years, and it's time to rest for a bit. This is the season finale as Jerome and Brian reflect on their time and also preview what is to come in the world of superheroes. They also discuss Jupiter's Legacy (In Jerome's case, just the first episode). Enjoy our last show until September. Have a great summer!

Jerome and Brian are caught up on movies now, so they decided to go over their favorite performances across over 40 years of superhero films. You know you like lists, so enjoy this one.

Jerome and Brian discuss the eligibility of one more movie for the pantheon, 2003's forgotten League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. Jerome discusses what Micheal Jordan, Steve Austin, and Sean Connery have in common. Also, this movie isn't bad?

Jerome and Brian take a look at the first season of Amazon Prime's Invincible. They discuss the shocking twist at the end of the first episode (SPOILERS) and the narrative of what it means to be both a hero and a human being. Jerome reads off the incredible cast list (takes about two minutes) and they decide what works and what doesn't about Robert Kirkman's entry into the superhero genre.

Jerome and Brian review another Marvel Disney Plus show, Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Did the show meet the high standard established by Wandavision? Did the show justify its existence as a six hour television show? Find out about two very different opinions on a show that has gotten some very mixed reviews.

Jerome and Brian finally address another movie they've been putting off for a while: Hancock. They discuss this dour and depressing Will Smith project and spend even more time in 2008, a year that has been very important to the history of this podcast. Does dour equal greatness or something pile of shame worthy or somewhere in-between?

Jerome and Brian discuss two female led superhero films that unfortunately are not very good, maybe historically so. They discuss how problematic every single character is in My Super Ex-Girlfriend is and why Ben Falcone made an action comedy that didn't have great action and wasn't funny. This might be rock bottom.

Jerome and Brian discuss a forgotten 2005 DC movie, Constantine. Find out how Keanu Reeves made smoking look incredibly cool, Rachel Weisz refusing to emote, and what all the whispering is about. Conversation about this movie proves it does exist. Find out whether it exists enough to warrant a place in the Pantheon or Pile of Shame.

Jerome and Brian continue their limited run of Superhero Pantheon episodes and turn their attention to the very popular 2010 film, Kick-Ass. This was referenced by Wandavision because of two of the stars. This was quite the popular film 11 years ago. Does it still hold up? Find out as Jerome and Brian analyze Matthew Vaughn's original foray into superhero films.

Jerome and Brian discuss Netflix's The Old Guard, one of their biggest titles released to date. They also provide some general thoughts on the recent Stan Lee biography that just came out. Excelsior!

Jerome and Brian reflect on the first released MCU project in 18 months as they discuss some general thoughts on Wandavision. Although they duo did not determine whether this was Pantheon worthy (yet), they provided their feelings on one of the most anticipated and then dissected shows in recent memory.

Jerome and Brian are back to discuss a movie five years in the making. Was it worth the wait (SPOILER: Not really) and whether the final 20th Century Fox/Studios Marvel movie is worthy enough for the Pantheon or Pile of Shame.

Jerome and Brian are celebrating Bong Joon Ho month. One year after his huge night at the Academy Awards, the duo go back into his filmography to discuss some of his earlier work. They begin with a movie about dog kidnapping and torture (be warned), his first feature. Find out their mixed feelings on a movie that at least hints at the director's potential.

Jerome and Brian return to the superhero film genre for the first time since last spring. They evaluate DC's best superhero theatrical release of 2020 and discuss the future of their film slate. I guess you could say it's fantabulous.

Jerome and Brian conclude their look at Bong Joon Ho's filmography by discussing an underrated gem, Okja. Actors certainly make some choices in this movie. They end this month on a positive note before getting ready for a limited edition return to Superhero Pantheon next week.

Jerome and Brian are back to continue looking at Bong Joon-Ho's filmography, this time the 2009 Mother. Find out why this is one of the darker movies they've ever discussed on a podcast and why it's one of the best.

Jerome and Brian continue their examination of the Bong Joon-ho filmography with a look at 2006's The Host, one of the best monster movies ever made. Hear their thoughts on what is a significantly better film than last week despite some odd CGI.

Brian and Jerome are coming to the end of tournament month, and it's time to break away from martial arts and go into a very different genre, that of the western. They discuss an incredible cast, director, and music, especially with hindsight.

Jerome and Brian discuss what is a childhood favorite and a borderline cult classic. The 1995 version of Mortal Kombat isn't a great film, but it's better than most video game adaptations.