The Upon Further Review

Welcome to the “I Tolkien You So” podcast! We get into the first three episodes of season two of The Rings of Power and so much happened. We check into all of our heroes and villains, as we see the beginnings of the end of several things in LOTR lore. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview #t...

We kill two birds with one stone, as we talk about all the stuff we don’t actually cover and give you all an update for our fall schedule. If there’s anything we don’t cover that you would like to see us talk about, leave it in the comments and be sure to join the Patreon for exclusive content! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Fu...

We can’t ourselves so we wanted to talk about season 2 and recap how we felt about it, especially in regards to the backlash of the last episode from “some” viewers. Leave in the comments who the mvp of the season is for you and who do you think is going to be offed first next season! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Revi...

Being fans of Batman The Animated Series of the 90’s, it was a must for us to watch and talk about this reimagining of the cult classic. Amazon is fitting the bill for this series and they spared no expense when it comes to animation and voice talent alike. 2024 has been an amazing year for animation! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The...

With the season two finale, we see the forces of the Greens and the Blacks getting ready for all out war. Daemon sees some things, Rhaenyra finally figures out (via Corlys) that it’s gonna be a messy war, Aemond loses his cools, Aegon wants to sit on the throne (Luscios Left Foot is trying to bounce), as the realm braces for the inevitable. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurther...

Team Black gets on the offensive, as Daemon tries to convince the riverlords to pledge their hands to the fight, Rhaenyra tries to find some riders for their dragons, Larys is showing he is about self preservation, and Corlys has a happy day as a father. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview...

Hall H was back in MCU mode, as Feige unveiled his plans for how they would fix the problems of the past few years. Three movies are slated for next year (no Blade😂), and Avengers 5 and 6 are fully realized with RDJ coming back as one Dr. Doom! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview #deadpoo...

The MCU Collective went to see Deadpool & Wolverine aka the homage to the Marvel on film since 1996 with Blade. This Easter egg/cameo fest tells the story of Deadpool trying to figure out his life, as Tom from Succession is in middle management at the TVA and has plans to end Wade’s universe. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon...

In this episode of war maneuvering and machinations, we have Aemond in full dictator mode, Rhaenyra tries to get some control over herself, Corlys is early for his first day of work, his “son’s” get new roles, Alicent loses favor, as does the crown in regards to the small folk. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikT...

In the finale (season or series, remains to be seen) of The Acolyte, we finally get some concrete answers, creepy figures in the shadows, Bazil is the only real one, and Jedi mastering in the art of CYA. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview #highrepublic #vernestrarwoh #yoda #starwars #star...

Reeling in the aftermath of the Queen Who Should Have Been and our fast attack dragon Maelys, both sides of the Targaryen Civil War are taking losses. Aegon was literally cooked and his cute little dragon is being sent out to pasture. Daemon is still tripping balls in Castlevania and Rhaenyra just wants a little respect. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfu...

This is the mystery being unfolded episode in the Star Wars: The Acolyte series on Disney Plus. We’re back on Brendock and we get see what really happened on the mysterious planet, why the Jedi initially were on the planet, and see how the Jedi are really some trash. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theupon...

This is where them dragons start dancing, because we were not prepared for the absolute broad-day light carnage in this episode! Aegon wants to be heard, Aemond proves he the better son, Rhaenyra gets taken to task for her absence, Daemon is still at Castlevania, and Westeros Cole is really about that action (unlike Alicent’s brother😂). Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherrev...

The aftermath of the onslaught that was the last episode, we really get the idea that this series could have been six episodes, the stranger is a smoldering, sexy sith, and Sol is still keeping his secret. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview #highrepublic #vernestrarwoh #yoda #starwars #st...

Episode three of the second season of House of The Dragon is setting the table for all out dragon warfare. Some of the smaller houses are getting the party started early, Daemon goes to Harrenhal, the kids get sent away, and Rhaenyra tries one last time to keep the peace. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: th...

In this companion episode, we see the conclusion of the conflict with “The Stranger,” him being unveiled, the Jedi show their ineptitude, and everyone does NOT make it home alive! 0:00 - Intro 0:14 - They Murked Who?!?! 4:00 - Recap 25:00 - What’s Next🤔? Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherrevie...

In this episode of the Westerbros, Rashad and Antonio talk about House of the Dragon episode two of the second season and so much happens with an interesting narrative device telling the story. The Greens want it back in blood (well some of them), the Blacks face a familiar face, and so many other characters get valuable screen time. 0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Recap 1:08:00 - Episode Observations Join “T...

Welcome back! The Westerbros review the premiere episode of House of the Dragon season two and the fine people at HBO did not disappoint! We catch up with all the players on Team Black and Team Green, The North Remembers as the Stark’s make a proper introduction on the show, and war crimes are afoot! Rhaenyra grieves the loss of our sweet boy Luke, while Allicent makes Ser Criston Cole her boy toy...

In a lore enriching episode, we flashback to the day Mae and Osha are to officially join their coven. Our four Jedi that are on the Mae’s hit list show up acting like they stumbled upon the planet and just so happen to need some kiddies for their cult. More importantly, we get to see a different interpretation of the Force via the coven. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherrev...

Are you ready for House of the Dragon season 2?!?! We are and we want you to be current as well! We go over season 1 and explain what leads us to our current point, so you don’t have to. We also talk about what we are most excited to see in season 2! Be sure to follow for more HOTD coverage! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Furth...

Disney introduces their new Star Wars series, The Acolyte on Disney plus, with a two episode premiere. This is centered around a murder mystery that takes place at the end of the High Republic era, 100 years before the Empire took control of galaxy. Can this ambitious series capture the imagination of the fan base and casual watchers equally? Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurth...

As Marvel Studios hires a writer for X-Men , we at the MCU Collective give our definitive list for the who we think should be casted in the future of the MCU. Some of our picks are very obvious, while most of them are very left field, off the wall picks that you might not expect. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review Ti...

The season finale of X-men ‘97 is the conclusion of an amazing season of animation from the folks over at Marvel. Not only do we get see the resolution of the Bastion arc, but we are introduced to the possibilities of an even crazier season 2! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview #xmenthean...

300 years post Ceaser, we see the great leader being deified for several sects of apes, as the world has changed in many ways. Idealism is the main villain, as humans struggle to survive and apes rule the world. Question for you: is this movie too focused on setting up future sequels at the detriment of character building in this one? Type your answer in the comments! Join “The Fam” on Patreon, ww...

In the penultimate episode of X-men ‘97, all hell breaks loose! So much stuff happens in a short amount of time as the team deals with Professor X returning, Magneto giving them a new option, and Bastion is still evil. Join “The Fam” on Patreon, www.patreon.com/theuponfurtherreview IG: theuponfurtherreview FB: The Upon Further Review TikTok: theuponfurtherreview #xmentheanimatedseries #xmen #xmen9...