184 Lara Croft Tomb Raider
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184 - Lara Croft: Tomb Raider In this action-packed episode of Reel Comic Heroes, the hosts dust off their dual pistols and dive headfirst into the early 2001 adventure phenomenon that was Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, starring Angelina Jolie. Based on the wildly popular video game series, this film promised to bring one of gaming’s most iconic characters to life — but did it live up to the hype? Join us as we explore the film’s ambitious blend of myth, mysticism, and globe-trotting action, discuss Jolie’s star-making turn as the fearless archaeologist, and debate whether the movie’s...
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183 From Hell
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183 - From Hell In this episode of Reel Comic Heroes, we descend into the fog-drenched streets of Victorian London to unravel the grim mystery of From Hell, the 2001 adaptation of Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell’s seminal graphic novel. Johnny Depp stars as opium-addled Inspector Frederick Abberline, tasked with hunting down the elusive Jack the Ripper. Grab your clairvoyant visions, pour yourself a Victorian absinthe cocktail, and join us as we investigate From Hell — before Jack returns for seconds. Discuss the episode over on the Facebook group: Follow @ReelComicHeroes on Join us...
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182 Ghost World with Niall McGowan & Bubbawheat
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182 - Ghost World In this episode of Reel Comic Heroes, we step into the offbeat, sardonic world of Terry Zwigoff’s Ghost World (2001), adapted from Daniel Clowes’ cult graphic novel. We follow the misadventures of Enid and Rebecca, two recent high school graduates navigating the uncertain summer before adulthood, drifting between cynicism, friendship, and the awkwardness of growing up. We dig into the film’s unique blend of dry humor and melancholy, the pitch-perfect performances by Thora Birch, Scarlett Johansson, and a career-defining turn from Steve Buscemi, as well as how the movie...
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181 Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
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181 - Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back In this episode of Reel Comic Heroes, we dive deep into Kevin Smith’s wild, fourth-wall-breaking road trip comedy: Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back. Join us as we revisit the 2001 cult classic that brought the View Askewniverse full circle—and then blew it up for good measure. We explore the film’s meta-commentary on Hollywood, comic book culture, and internet fandom—years before it became the norm. From cameos galore (Will Ferrell! Mark Hamill! Carrie Fisher!) to over-the-top hijinks and surprisingly heartfelt moments, we ask the big questions:...
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180 Planet of the Apes with Jonathan Howell and Eric Magill
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180 - Planet of the Apes In this episode, we travel back to 2001 and dive headfirst into the strange, ambitious, and often divisive reboot of Planet of the Apes directed by Tim Burton. Joined by returning guest Jonathan Howell (Swordboys) and first-time guest Eric Magill (The Unapologetic Geek), we peel back the prosthetics and explore what worked, what went off the rails, and what the hell was up with that ending. From Mark Wahlberg's bewildered astronaut performance to Helena Bonham Carter's oddly alluring chimpanzee, we dissect the film's bizarre choices, its striking visual design, and how...
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180 Outtake: Fine Art
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In which our heroes discuss fine art.
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179 Jurassic Park III
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179 - Jurassic Park III Hold onto your butts! This week on Reel Comic Heroes, we're diving headfirst into the chaotic, avian-infested world of Jurassic Park III. Join Travis and Patrick as they dissect the questionable parenting decisions, the surprisingly effective Alan Grant survival tips, and the sheer absurdity of a talking raptor dream sequence. Was this a worthy sequel or a prehistoric misstep? We'll debate the dino-sized plot holes, the surprisingly engaging action, and whether Tea Leoni's screaming could shatter glass. We'll discuss the introduction of new dinosaurs, the pacing of the...
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178 Outtake Romy And Michelle
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In which our heroes discuss Romy and Michelle's High School Reunion
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178 Outtake: Josie And The Pussycats Minute
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In which our heroes lament the Josie & The Pussycats Minute podcast that never was (cut from Episode 178 - Josie & The Pussycats)
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178 Josie and the Pussycats with Niall McGowan
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178 - Josie & The Pussycats with Niall McGowan In this episode, we're strumming the power chords of early 2000s pop culture with the glittering, satirical cult classic Josie & The Pussycats! Joining us is none other than Niall McGowan, co-host of Bat Minute and a connoisseur of all things comic and cinematic. Together, we dive into the neon-drenched world of Josie, Melody, and Val as they rocket from small-town dreamers to unwitting pop pawns in a plot to brainwash teens. We explore the film’s razor-sharp (and still shockingly relevant) commentary on consumerism, the music industry,...
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Get ready, true believers! In this episode of Reel Comic Heroes, we dive into the movie that helped launch the modern era of superhero films, X-Men (2000). Directed by Bryan Singer and featuring an all-star cast, this film brought Marvel’s beloved mutants to the big screen in a way that changed comic book adaptations forever.
Joining us for this discussion is the fantastic Adam Sheehan, a longtime X-Men fan and all-around pop culture aficionado. We break down the film’s impact, its faithfulness to the comics, and the performances of Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, and the rest of the team. Plus, we discuss what worked, what didn’t, and how X-Men helped pave the way for the explosion of superhero cinema in the years that followed.
Whether you're a die-hard X-Men fan or just revisiting this classic, we’ve got plenty to discuss. So, grab your leather suits (sorry, no yellow spandex this time) and join us as we revisit the film that made us all believe in mutants!
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Adam Sheehan - Tales from the Short Box, TMNT Minute
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Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Prelude and Action" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) - License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Deep Haze" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) - License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Intro/Outro by Matthew S Mendoza