436: Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory

This week we talk about one from the vaults of film history: PICTURE PERFECT! We discuss a truly unpleasant lead character, a plan that makes no sense, and Jocelyn tries to figure out how to market herself.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we discuss a true classic: WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY! We talk about how this is both the definitive version of Willy Wonka (and he also kinda sucks), how the songs all feel like an afterthought, and how much we love Veruca Salt.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we’re discussing the inspiring coming of age movie DEAD POETS SOCIETY! We stand on tables (not really) to proclaim our love for this cast, wonder why Keating decided to teach at this school, and seriously question some (many) of his methods.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week, we’re chatting about the not-technically-a-flop-but-still-has-flop-energy film EDGE OF TOMORROW! We discuss the necessity for new alien design, the firewall that stops us from asking questions about Tom Cruise, and discuss our favourite topic: what it’s like to be married to Ben Affleck.    This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit for the current offer.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we're discussing the super-mega-ultra flop Wild Wild West! We discuss a producer who was positively ENAMOURED with spiders, an odd couple dynamic that zero percent works, and feel bad for Kenneth Branagh (and also everyone in this movie).    Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week, we're talking about the 2005 film Constantine! We discuss vibes that work some of the time, how this film felt like it was adapted by people who have NEVER read any material pertaining to John Constantine, and praise the almighty Tilda Swinton.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we're talking about the Jason Statham joint The Beekeeper! We pitch a slew of alternate endings, talk about the ONE thing that would have made this movie better, and try to get through a description of the plot without laughing hysterically (we fail).   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we're talking about Batman Forever! We discuss the practicalities of adopting a college-aged man, get real gross about how into Batman Chase Meridian is, and contemplate this movie's surprising resemblance to the show Family Matters.   This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit for the current offer.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we’re talking about the 2003 medieval romp TIMELINE! We discuss a highly involved concept for time travel and get distracted by trebuchets.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

This week we’re talking about Joss Whedon’s Dollhouse! We discuss a concept that just doesn’t work (and is actively creepy at best) and praise the actors who managed to make the best of a crappy situation. SPOILER WARNING SEVERANCE: There are comparisons made to the TV series Severance, there is an audio warning at one point in the episode before a major spoiler for Severance.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.