Another Pass at Troy
Another Pass Podcast
Vanessa Cominsky joins Case and Sam to RAGE against this awkward historical epic! Overview Podcast hosts Case Aiken and Sam Alicea provide a framework for discussing the 2004 film Troy, highlighting its connection to early 2000s epic films like Gladiator and 300. Vanessa Cominsky, a guest and classics major, notes a 4-year professional bond with Case stemming from shared academic interests. David Benioff, the film's screenwriter, is discussed in relation to his later work on Game of Thrones and identified issues in narrative depth. Whitewashing criticism surfaces regarding the film’s...
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Another Pass at Another Pass at Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are looking back at the earliest episodes of the show! Check out their thoughts on this classic episode when Case sat down with Geoff Moonen and chatted about Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back! Overview Episode dedicated to Kevin Smith's influence following his recent heart attack, underscoring the importance of his work in nerd culture. View Askewniverse detailed as an interconnected film universe that began with Mallrats and culminated in Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. Jason Mewes faced significant personal challenges during filming, impacting production due to...
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Another Pass at Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019)
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are joined by Nic Woolfe to stomp like a kaiju (stomp stomp stomp)! We're digging into the Monster-verse with "Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019)"! Overview In the podcast discussion titled "Another Pass at Godzilla King of the Monsters," the hosts, alongside guest Nic Woolfe, delve into their personal connections to the Godzilla franchise, reflecting on how nostalgia and earlier influences shaped their appreciation for Kaiju films. They analyze the 2019 film's financial performance, placing it within the context of the MonsterVerse, and offer praise for its visual...
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Another Pass at Another Pass at Captain America: The First Avenger
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are looking back at the earliest episodes of the show! Check out their thoughts on the eighteenth episode when Case sat down with Drew Lewandowski and chatted about Captain America: The First Avenger! Overview In the latest episode of the 'Another Pass at Another Pass' podcast, hosts Case Aiken and Sam Alicea review 'Captain America: The First Avenger,' reflecting on its role as a unifying film within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). They discuss the film's strong character setup in the first half but critique a rushed third act and missed opportunities for deeper...
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Another Pass at Alien Resurrection
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are joined by to revivify some Xenomorphs! Overview In the latest episode of the Another Pass podcast, hosts Case Aiken and Sam Alicea, along with guest DJ Nik, delve into the complexities of "Alien Resurrection," the fourth installment of the renowned Alien franchise. They discuss the film's controversial elements, including its scientific plausibility, character dynamics, and Joss Whedon’s unique screenplay style. The conversation highlights the film's shift towards a more campy tone and examines the visual aesthetics brought by director Jean-Pierre...
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Another Pass at Another Pass at The Hobbit Trilogy
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are looking back at the earliest episodes of the show! Check out their thoughts on the seventeenth episode when Case sat down with Ben Milton and Addy Thomas and chatted about The Hobbit Trilogy! Overview In the latest Podcast Discussion meeting, hosts Case and Sam explored a meta-review of their previous episode on The Hobbit trilogy, originally recorded after their first year of podcasting. The discussion began with an overview of the original episode, highlighting a consensus that three films were excessive for the source material. They praised Martin Freeman’s...
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Another Pass at The Super Mario Bros Movie
Another Pass Podcast
Matt aka Stormageddon emerges from a pipe to surprise Case and Sam with the power up of a movie, The Super Mario Bros. Movie! Can they make it through with only three continues? Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Overview In the podcast recording discussion titled "Another Pass at The Super Mario Bros Movie," hosts Case Aiken and Sam Alicea, joined by guest Matt (Stormageddon), delve into their cinematic experiences of the 2023 film, praising its 92-minute runtime and appeal to both children and nostalgic adult fans. They highlight...
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Another Pass at Another Pass at X-Men 3: The Last Stand
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are looking back at the earliest episodes of the show! Check out their thoughts on the sixteenth episode when Case sat down with Geoff Moonen and chatted about X-Men 3: The Last Stand! Note: The original episode we're discussing was made before Elliot Page transitioned publicly. Overview In the Podcast Discussion and Analysis meeting titled "Another Pass at Another Pass at X-Men 3: The Last Stand," hosts Case and Sam explored various aspects of the film "X-Men 3: The Last Stand" through the lens of their podcast format, 'Another Pass at Another Pass.' They discussed...
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Farragut Forward Got Another Pass
Another Pass Podcast
Case and Sam are joined in this episode by many of the people behind the independent Star Trek fan production, Farragut Forward! Tune in for interviews with Dave Moretti, Paul Sieber, Johnny K, and John Broughton! Overview In the latest episode of "Another Pass," hosts dive into the intricacies of the independent Star Trek fan film project, "Farragut Forward," a labor of love that has spanned nearly 20 years. Key discussions include the challenges of independent filmmaking, covering aspects like budget constraints and the collaborative spirit of passionate crew members....
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Another Pass at Another Pass at Avengers: Age of Ultron
Another Pass Podcast
Overview The Podcast Episode Discussion and Analysis meeting focused on the 15th episode, "Age of Ultron," exploring various facets of the film's narrative and character development. The team reviewed the movie's overall quality, noting improvements in audio and debating its stakes and perceived mediocrity. Key discussions included character arcs, particularly Tony Stark's, Ultron's rapid descent into villainy, and the effectiveness of supporting characters like Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch. Ideas for potential story changes were proposed, including enhancing Ultron's backstory and...
info_outlineCase and Sam are joined by Randy Allain from the Media / Lit podcast to ask "Who are your people?" Tune in for this dissection of Solo: A Star Wars Story!
- Podcast hosts Case and Sam introduce the topic: Solo: A Star Wars Story
- Guest Randy from Media Lit podcast joins the discussion
- The movie is described as 'fine' but flawed, given a C grade
- Criticism of the scene explaining Han Solo's name origin
- Discussion of Alden Ehrenreich's performance as Han Solo
- Praise for Donald Glover as Lando Calrissian
- Criticism of limited screen time for Lando and L3
- Analysis of Emilia Clarke's character Kira and her role in the plot
- Examination of Han and Chewbacca's meeting and relationship
- Discussion of Woody Harrelson's character Beckett and his crew
- Criticism of the movie's pacing and overabundance of plot elements
- Praise for the design of droid character L3
- Discussion of the Kessel Run sequence and its importance to the plot
- Criticism of the movie's handling of slavery and oppression themes
- Analysis of Paul Bettany's character Dryden Vos
- Discussion of Darth Maul's cameo and its implications
- Examination of the movie's themes of rebellion and criminal underworld
- Discussion of the change in directors from Lord & Miller to Ron Howard
- Analysis of how the change affected the movie's tone and style
- Speculation on what a Lord & Miller version might have looked like
- Suggestions for improving the movie's pacing and character development
- Discussion of how to better integrate the heist elements of the plot
- Ideas for enhancing the relationships between characters
- Proposal for a more 'Ocean's Eleven' style approach to the heist plot
- Suggestions for restructuring Han's backstory and relationship with Kira
- Ideas for better integrating Lando and other supporting characters
- Further discussion on making Han and Kira's relationship more familial
- Suggestions for improving the portrayal of the criminal underworld
- Ideas for better integrating themes of corruption and rebellion
- Final thoughts on the movie and its place in the Star Wars franchise
- Information about the hosts' and guest's other projects and social media
- Details about upcoming podcast episodes and related content
- Check out Randy's podcast Media Lit and other work (01:36:05)
- Listen to Randy's appearance on the Socially Distanced podcast for their 200th episode Avengers draft (01:36:39)
- Join the Discord for ongoing conversations about the podcast topics (01:38:49)
- Listen to the Reignite podcast for discussions on Bioware games (01:39:08)
- Tune in to the next episode about Highlander 2: The Quickening (01:39:49)