On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's time to ask the big question: Is Marvel phasing out? Meaning, are they fading as a brand? Are they pumping out too much quantity, are they losing too much quality, what is going on with Marvel these days? Sure, there are still fans who love each and every thing Marvel does, but you have to admit those numbers are shrinking. So the question is: why? 

Also on this episode, we discuss Bruce Willis' recent update, our spoiler review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and we respond directly to YOUR questions lifted straight off of Patreon.com!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 9:47) Opening 
  • (9:48 – 44:16) From the Outside In: Is Marvel Phasing Out?
  • (44:17 – 1:08:36) Listener Questions from Patreon.com/TheHollywoodOutsider
  • (1:08:37 – 1:21:52) Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Spoiler Review
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Direct download: HO518_Is_Marvel_Phasing_Out.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:32am PDT

Why do audiences struggle so much with change to their favorite properties?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we decide to dive deep into a hot button topic: why do audiences struggle so much with change? Think about it, we all have it. Something beloved to us: James Bond, Superman, Peter Parker, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars - whatever it is, there is SOME property we feel should always remain just as we remember it. But why? It's time to discuss. 

And that's not all, as we also whine about bad manners when you're watching TV at home, a Patreon suggested topic on Superman 1 & 2, plus reviews of Devil's Peak, YOU Season 4 Part 1, and Titanic's 25th Anniversary re-release. 

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 14:13) Opening | TV Manners
  • (14:14 – 22:51) Patreon Topic on Superman 1 and 2
  • (22:52 – 45:26) Spoiler-Free Reviews: Titanic 25th Anniversary, Devil's Peak, YOU: Season 4 Part 1
  • (45:27 – 1:29:37) From the Outside In: Why Do Audiences Struggle With Change?
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Direct download: HO517_Struggles_with_Change.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:33am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we want to know why do audiences love an apocalypse so much? The Last of Us, Walking Dead, Station 11, there are so many TV shows and movies that take place in an apocalyptic scenario these days...but why? We discuss this phenomenon and why we are so in love with this concept, as well as how we think we would fare if it all came true. 

And that's not all, as AMC Theaters has unveiled a new pricing structure that feels guaranteed to piss off moviegoers who just fell back in love with going to theaters again. Plus review of Knock at the Cabin, recommendations, expanded universes, and more!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 30:14) Opening | AMC Theaters Pricing Update and TV Expanded Universes
  • (30:15 – 39:30) Spoiler-Free Review: Knock at the Cabin | Recommendations - Mayfair Witches, That 90s Show, Poker Face
  • (39:31 – 1:01:571) From the Outside In: Why Do We Love An Apocalypse?
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Direct download: HO516_Apocalypse.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:45am PDT

What are your dream film or TV pairings?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we discuss who we would love to see paired up for a film or TV project. Think Eddie Murphy and Nick Nolte, Danny Glover and Mel Gibson, Martin Lawrence and Will Smith, Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy, etc. Those actors who somehow immediately gel despite never seeming to fit off the page. Who are your dream film or TV pairings?

And that's not all, as James Gunn and Peter Safran have unveiled their initial plans for the newly revamped DC Universe, or DCU. John and Aaron break down all of the news, and what it all means. 

Also on this episode: Our spoiler-free reviews of You People and 80 for Brady, plus a return to our game, How Do You Survive - Cocaine Bear and Knock at the Cabin editions!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 7:50) Opening 
  • (7:51 – 46:40) Dream Film or TV Pairings
  • (46:41 – 56:08) Spoiler-Free Reviews: You People and 80 for Brady
  • (56:09 – 1:25:01) James Gunn and Peter Safran unveils the New DC Universe, aka the DCU
  • (1:25:01 – 1:35:40) How Do You Survive - Cocaine Bear and Knock at the Cabin Editions
  • Please support The Hollywood Outsider and gain immediate access to bonus content, including Patreon exclusive podcast content, by visiting Patreon.com/TheHollywoodOutsider
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Direct download: HO515_Dream_Pairings_DCU.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:04am PDT

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