Callum sets Jim and Nick a homework assignment. We all show and tell a piece of media that time, wisdom and experience has changed our readings on.
Spoilers for The Social Network, Logan, Avengers: Endgame, Invincible.
Jim and Nick discuss the merits and pitfalls that come with satisfying fans. Tangents include comparing Marvel to Friends and the merits of the Star Wars prequels.
Spoilers for Avengers: Infinity War, How I Met Your Mother and Star VS The Forces of Evil.
Jim and Callum discuss pulitzer-winning author Donna Tartt and the chagrin some critics feel about the popularity of The Goldfinch. Unsurprisingly, spoilers for The Goldfinch.
Jim, Nick and Callum respond to Steven Spielberg’s complaints that Netflix movies shouldn’t be eligible for Acadamy Awards. Guest starring Storm Gareth.
Jim, Nick and Callum respond to comments made in the New Statesman podcast, about innovation–or lack thereof–in modern video games.
Jim, Nick and Callum discuss media with political messages, if it’s possible for media to be apolitical and why people criticise when it isn’t.
Spoilers for The Crimes of Grindelwald and Avengers: Infinity War.
Jim and Callum discuss remakes, when they work and when they don’t. There’s also tangents about George Lucas and the way narratives surrounding media influence public opinion.
Spoilers for The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
