In which we discuss how things could change so dramatically when running it back with the same creative vision, the transparency of Marvel making things up as they go, the ongoing visual effects crisis, whether Christian Bale deserves an All-Marvel nod and the awkward fit of trying to tell two stories in one.
Continue reading Ben & Matt’s Marvellous Journey – Episode 38: Thor: Love & Thunder
In which we discuss the monumental shift in how television works over the last 15 years, the twisty turny creator intent for Kamala Khan, the ways in which Marvel can’t help but meddle with a good thing, and sing the praises of Iman Vellani.
Continue reading Ben & Matt’s Marvellous Journey – Episode 37: Ms. Marvel
Bouncing back from all the negativity that comes with Moon Knight, Ben & Matt are thrilled to be in more positive territory again as they step into Sam Raimi’s Multiverse of Madness.
We discuss the troubled production, Raimi’s return to the directing chair, the elaborate comic book inspirations, how it does (and doesn’t) tie into WandaVision and Loki, Marvel’s stunt casting problems and do our best to tackle the sticky villain situation.
Continue reading Ben & Matt’s Marvellous Journey – Episode 36: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Ben & Matt are back for another year and the vibes are absolutely rancid as they’re forced to pick the bones of Moon Knight once again.
From their love of the character in the comics to the production’s many baffling decisions, it’s a pretty intense episode. But surely Oscar Isaac is a lock for the All-Marvel list… right? Welcome back everyone!
Continue reading Ben & Matt’s Marvellous Journey – Episode 35: Moon Knight
It’s time once again for The Reel World’s two superhero podcasts to cross the streams, as Ben, Matt, Jerome & Brian break down Phase 4 of the MCU and answer some burning questions.
Plus the ever-chaotic combined rankings of every movie and show. Enjoy the madness!
Continue reading Marvellous Journey/Superhero Pantheon Crossover 2023: MCU Phase 4
So here we are. After 100 films, it’s the end of the road for There Will Be Movies… for now.
In an effort to go out with a bang, Ben and Matt recorded in person for the first time and invited a special guest in the form of Ben’s partner Alex, leading to some fun bickering about When Harry Met Sally.
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 100: When Harry Met Sally
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
Naturally one of the most important movies about racism in America requires deep discussion of how IMDb works, sneaker culture and villains of the Far Cry games…
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 99: Do the Right Thing
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
What’s the bigger mystery here: How this movie ended up on our Best of the 80s list, or what the heck these spices from the Algarve could possibly be? We can only answer one of them for you!
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 98: Mystic Pizza
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
Somewhere in amidst this thorough examination of American financial systems, European travel and outdated dollar denominations there’s some chat about Midnight Run, we promise.
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 97: Midnight Run
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
The Christmas Season can officially kick off because it’s Die Hard time, and you’ve never heard Matt so excited. Lets talk set design, 80s henchmen, Alan Rickman’s devastating good looks and obviously Circle Theory.
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 96: Die Hard
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