Cam & Vin share their reactions to the first two episodes of Alien: Earth, focusing on highlights and surprises in the new FX/Hulu series. The two talk about whether or not they'd like to see more than one season of this series, challenges to the series, parallels with Blade Runner, and how Star Wars handles film and show connections vs. how the Alien franchise handles it. Listen in to find out what they think of the series so far and see if it lines up with what you think or not!

Find the video version of this podcast on YouTube @TheCosmicCircus

Alien: Earth (2025) S1 E1-2  - Created for television by Noah Hawley - Starring Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant

Timestamps 

00:00 - Intro 01:25 History with the Alien franchise 03:57 - Intro to Alien: Earth premiere episodes recap 08:55 - Are feelings positive or negative on the new series so far? 10:00 - Blade Runner parallels and similarities 10:45 - Companies in Alien: Earth competing 12:09 - Pacing and other challenges for the series 13:08 - Expanding Ridley Scott's Alien franchise lore in this new FX/Hulu series 14:00 - Questioning the ethics of having children in adult bodies 15:33 - Vin's thirst for blood in the series 16:32 - What new things do you like in the show? 19:50 - Do we want multiple seasons of Alien: Earth? 21:20- Building consistency with films and other media. Star Wars vs. Alien handling of films and shows.  24:25 - Is this a good start to the series? 27:30 - Final thoughts on the premiere episodes of Alien: Earth, and Timothy Olyphant's weird blonde hair.  28:55 - Outro

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Vin and Cam revisit Peacemaker's first season with its off-the-wall humor, surprising heart, Vigilante highlights, and a finale that clicks, before sharing early, spoiler-light impressions of the first 5 episodes of Peacemaker season 2. They discuss what effect James Gunn's busy schedule and the new DCU may have had on the hit DC/HBO series, who was a highlight in season 2 and more. Season 2 discussion starts at about the 10-minute mark.

Find the video version of this discussion on YouTube @TheCosmicCircus and you can find and follow our podcast most places you listen, such as Apple, Spotify, Podbean and many more! You can discuss this series and more on our private Discord. To find out how to join, visit The Cosmic Circus' Patreon page here: patreon.com/cosmiccircus

Visit TheCosmicCircus.com for more reviews, interviews, editorials, and opinions on Peacemaker, Superman, DC, Marvel, and much, much more!

Timestamps

00:00 - Intro 01:12 - Peacemaker season 1 recap and commentary 05:25 - Highlights of season 1 07:21 - Comparing it to other superhero TV/streaming series such as the Arrowverse 10:00 - Begin Peacemaker season 2 reaction/review from Vin 12:20 - The DCU Multiverse and its effect on Peacemaker season 2 13:58 - Highlights of Peacemaker season 2 14:55 - Is James Gunn too busy with DC right now? 17:25 - Season 1 vs. season 2 18:55 - Outro

In this episode of Cosmic Circus Reviews, Vin and special guest, Lizzie Hill, Editor-in-Chief of Cosmic Circus, delve into the timeless influence of the original Superman movies - Superman 1978 and Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut. These films hold a special place in their hearts and are credited as foundational to their love for comic book cinema.

Superman the Movie (1978) Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut (1980, 2006) 

Find the video version of this podcast on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@thecosmiccircus

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Timestamps

00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Superman: The Movie and Superman II cast and credits. Growing up watching these films. 02:40 - Superman The Movie (1978) discussion 11:19 - Comparing Superman and Spider-Man 13:20 - Superman II: The Richard Donner cut discussion 21:56 - Margot Kidder as Lois Lane 24:38 - Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent/Superman/Kal-El 25:35 - Superman III 27:24 - Superman IV: The Quest for Peace 30:30 - Superman movie quotes 32:14 - Outro

John and Vin talk about the new M. Night Shyamalan film Trap starring Josh Hartnett. 

For the full video review go to YouTube @TheCosmicCircus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jgz4cRUJndA

Timestamps 00:10 - Intro 00:49 - Initial thoughts on and expectations about Trap before seeing the film 03:00 - Expectations vs reality seeing Trap 05:15 - absurd moments in the movie 05:55 - John Hartnett and his character in Trap 08:00 - Rashomon effect, multiple stories could have been told from several different character perspectives. 10:13 - Compared to our recently reviewed movie Twisters 11:16 - Saleka Shyamalan as Lady Raven in the film 12:00 - Compaints 14:56 - SPOILER discussion about Trap 27:20 - Comparing Trap to the rest of M. Night Shyamalan's filmography. 30:00 - Concert portion of the film, comparing the film to some of Ryan Johnson's work such as the Knives Out films, and Looper. 31:49 - Why he can't seem to recapture what he had in Sixth Sense 34:36 - Outros

For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com

John and Vin talk about the Twisters movie 4DX experience! Find out if this is a must see or if it's too much of a good thing!

Timestamps 00:15 - Intro 00:40 - Did Vin survive the Twisters 4DX experience? 03:50 - Talking about older and shorter 4DX experiences. 06:30 - How is the immersive experience with 4DX Twisters? 07:57 - Would Vin do it again? 08:15 - Outro

Find the video review on YouTube @theCosmicCircus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWMx448WIbk

Vin and John's review of Twisters: https://youtu.be/bMvSpoQ8tEU?si=yrPw-NzUpzWzn_z9

Brian's ScreenX experience for Twisters: https://thecosmiccircus.com/review-twisters-screenx-experience/

John's written review of Twisters: https://thecosmiccircus.com/twisters-review-universal/

John and Vin talk about the newest Marvel Studios film, Deadpool & Wolverine, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman.

Timestamps 00:12 - Intros 00:54 - General thoughts on Deadpool & Wolverine, comparisons to Toy Story 3 06:55 - Discussing the gratuitous use of cameos, and what was the purpose of these characters appearing or the movie itself 09:05 - SPOILER WARNING and more talk about the various cameos in Deadpool & Wolverine. 14:25 - Comparing this film to Spider-Man: No Way Home and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness 16:27 - What worked in Deadpool 3 19:00 - This film and how it compared to the Fox Universe of Marvel films. X-Men Fox movies talk. 22:15 - Vin's Deadpool comics reading guides are mentioned and he says, "the best Deadpool stories are the ones where he suffers the most." They discuss how the stakes should have felt higher than they did in Deadpool & Wolverine 24:00 - The confusing elements of the plot with the Multiverse, the TVA and Cassandra Nova. 25:50 - Strong feelings about Wolverine's yellow suit 27:25 - The end of Toy Story 3 being compared to Deadpool & Wolverine 28:54 - How we feel about Marvel's Multiverse Saga so far 30:15 - James Gunn's DC universe... does Marvel's issues help DC Studios? 32:20 - Deadpool 1 & 2 had real emotions and a good story, whereas Deadpool & Wolverine lacks. 33:55 - Outros

For the full video of this review go to YouTube @thecosmiccircus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZJUMYwucuM

Links referred to in this video...

Uday's movie review of Deadpool & Wolverine: https://thecosmiccircus.com/deadpool-wolverine-review-marvel-studios/

Vin's Deadpool Comics Guide: https://thecosmiccircus.com/deadpool-reading-guide/

Vin's Wolverine Comics Guide: https://thecosmiccircus.com/wolverine-reading-guide/

The Cosmic Circle Podcast Discussion of Deadpool & Wolverine with Brian Kitson, Anthony Flagg & Alex Perez: https://thecosmiccircus.com/deadpool-wolverine-discussion-cosmic-circle-ep-60/

San Diego Comic-Con is one of the most significant pop culture events of the year, and this year's celebration was especially hot if you are a Marvel fan! It feels like forever since the last Hall H presentation from the studio back in 2022, so it was electric to have Marvel front and center once again. Marvel's Hall H panel this year focused mainly on three of their upcoming projects: Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts*, and Fantastic Four: First Steps and also had some big reveals for Avengers 5 and 6.  In episode 61 of The Cosmic Circle, podcast host Brian Kitson with fellow writers Anthony Flagg and Alex Perez discuss reveals from the panel.  Insider Alex Perez also shares some of what he knows about the future of the MCU and how the Multiverse Saga will come to a close, so beware of spoilers in this podcast!

• Brian Kitson
• Anthony Flagg
• Alex Perez

• Lizzie Hill

Find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com

Deadpool and Wolverine has finally arrived, and we're beyond excited about this film. Not only does it have the responsibility of furthering the story of the MCU, but it also serves as a closing chapter of the 20th Century Fox universe of Marvel characters. So naturally, we had to have a podcast about it! (Spoiler warning!)

Join host and head writer Brian Kitson and fellow writers Anthony Flagg and Alex Perez as they discuss every exciting detail of this newest Marvel Studios offering. Did they think Deadpool and Wolverine was a good movie? What were some of their favorite parts? And just where do they think we'll see these two mutants again in the MCU? This is definitely not a podcast you want to miss, as Alex Perez shares some juicy details about what's next for our favorite merch with the mouth and his newfound family. Enjoy!

• Brian Kitson
• Anthony Flagg
• Alex Perez

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 7/28/2024

Find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com

Twisters starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones and directed by Lee Isaac Chung! Check out Vin and John's thoughts on the sequel film, what worked and what didn't, and comparisons to the original Twister film (1996). 

Timestamps 00:10 - Intros 01:00 - Talking about John's history with the first Twisters movie from 1996 06:00 - Thoughts from a first-time viewer (Vin) of Twister & and Twisters. Comparing the films and general thoughts with no spoilers. 09:45 - Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones in Twisters 11:40 - John's written review on TheCosmicCircus.com and more on comparing the new film with the original 14:30 - SPOILERS for Twisters discussed from this point on 23:30 - Talking about the soundtrack 24:40 - The legacy of Twister and connections (or lack thereof) between the films. 29:00 - On creating a sequel vs a remake 32:08 - Rodeo scene discussed 34:45 - Outros

Find the video review on YouTube @theCosmicCircus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMvSpoQ8tEU

For John's review of Twisters: https://thecosmiccircus.com/twisters-review-universal/

Brian's review of Twisters and his ScreenX experience: https://thecosmiccircus.com/review-twisters-screenx-experience/

Vin's review of the Twisters 4DX experience https://youtu.be/ZWMx448WIbk?si=hE2nI4THQ1lJ6B_I

After seven weeks of mystery, The Acolyte has wrapped up its first season on Disney+. Set during the end of the High Republic era, this Star Wars series was the first live-action show to break out of the Skywalker-dominated time period viewers often find themselves in. Between secret twins, sexy Sith, and the Jedi Order’s shockingly poor decision-making, The Acolyte was never a dull time! 

Join host Uday Kataria (X: @GoldenNinja3000) and his guests Vic (X: @Eridrexalkee) and Cam (X: @camandfilm) as they dive into the secrets uncovered in The Acolyte and what they mean for the past and future of Star Wars. This episode discusses everyone’s favorite parts of the show, what we could see in a potential Acolyte season 2, and what we all thought of Osha, Mae, Sol, and Qimir by the end of this breakneck series. 

• Uday Kataria
• Wiktor Reinfuss
• Cameron Brook

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 7/21/2024

Find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com

Audible has been one of the leaders in the industry for audiobooks, with a one-stop shop for any title you can imagine. They've also branched out into original programming, such as Impact Winter from Travis Beacham (Pacific Rim) and executive producers of The Walking Dead. I sat down with actress Christina Chong (La'an Noonien-Singh in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds) about her role in Impact Winter's third season.

In this interview, Christina Chong discusses what drew her to this series and how her mysterious new character factors into the larger mythos of this Audible original. Chong discusses how recording an audio drama differs from acting on screen, how she gets into character, and the challenges and rewards she experienced with recording her first audio drama. Also, find out just how she would fare if she lived in the world of Impact Winter! Check out the interview below!

Host/Interviewer: Brian Kitson

Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.

Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

New Neon thriller/horror film Longlegs staring Maika Monroe and Nicolas Cage and was written and directed by Osgood Perkins. Find out what John had to say about this new film here.

Timestamps

00:00 - Intro 00:55 - Story and characters in Longlegs 02:50 - Going in without prior knowledge about this movie is the best way to approach it. 04:20 - Maika Monroe is a strong lead 06:12 - Dynamics between the lead characters, and opinion on Nicolas Cage's performace in Longlegs 10:30 - Cinematography in this film 13:20 - About Lee Harker's character 15:50 - Final thoughts on the film. 18:00 - Outro

For Max's review of Longlegs visit https://thecosmiccircus.com/longlegs-review-neon/

Find the full video review on YouTube @thecosmiccircus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFMu4Yaws6U

For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com

It's hard to believe that the newest season of Doctor Who is over when it feels like it's just started. Ncuti Gatwa's first season as the 15th Doctor is over, but that doesn't stop the excitement that we're feeling about it. From the moment that Gatwa appeared on our screens in the third special to him meeting his companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson), so many moments have taken our breath away and left us speechless. We were not speechless, though, as we needed to get together and break it all down in our latest Doctor Who discussion!

Join host Brian Kitson and writers Wiktor Reinfuss and Cameron Brook as they discuss their highs and lows from the most recent batch of episodes, such as the barriers that showrunner Russell T. Davies is breaking down in the long-running sci-fi series, their favorite episodes, and why, and where they think the next season of Doctor Who is headed. Do you think they enjoyed the re-introduction of the Pantheon of Gods? You'll have to listen to the podcast to find out!

• Brian Kitson
• Wiktor Reinfuss
• Cameron Brook

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 6/29/2024

Find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com

John Dotson tells Vin about a new experience called The Matrix in Shared Reality, exclusively at Cosm LA and Cosm Dallas. The Matrix in Shared Reality is a collaborative project between Cosm Studios, Little Cinema, and Warner Bros., bringing the 1999 sci-fi classic back to the big screen in a new, immersive way.

Cosm is a venue where attendees can experience sporting events, documentaries, live concerts, and movies on an 87-foot dome. Founded by Jay Rinsky, Little Cinema is a renowned studio that specializes in immersive live experiences for the entertainment industry.

John's written review for this experience: https://thecosmiccircus.com/matrix-shared-reality-cosm-dallas-tx/

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Intro, What is The Matrix in Shared Reality?

00:04:19 John’s thoughts on this experience, comparing to other immersive theater experiences, ScreenX, IMAX

00:25:50 Other films that might be good fits for COSM and Shared Reality experiences

00:30:30 Final thoughts on The Matrix in Shared Reality and speaking with the creator of the experience in person.

00:35:15 Outros

I recently spoke with Executive Producer, Director, Writer Liz W. Garcia about her new film Space Cadet, a comedy about second chances, chasing your dreams, and what it takes to become NASA astronaut! The hilarious new comedy releases on Prime Video next month July 4, 2024 and stars Emma Roberts, Gabrielle Union, and Tom Hopper.

Host/Interviewer: Lizzie Hill

Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Talking about the themes of chasing your dreams, and second chances, as well as what it takes for women who are NASA candidates to get there. Inspirations for writing the film. 03:20 - On the diversity of the cast and how it benefitted the film 04:45 - On the differences between writing dramas vs comedy 06:00 - Did she have any actors in mind for the parts? 06:45 - Outro

Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.

Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

You can find the video to this interview on The Cosmic Circus YouTube channel https://youtu.be/B_Ghz288oMI?si=lPFuw27llGq2pMN7

I've had the immense privilege of knowing Monique Asher for over a decade, having met her through some friends, one of whom was her younger sister. Throughout the years, she has worn many hats, such as mother, wife, and therapist. However, one hobby and passion that she kept coming back to was writing, which began at such a young age (as you learn in the interview!). Not one to give up on her dreams easily, she's pushed through and her debut novel, Don't Eat the Pie, comes out September 24, 2024, with more novels already on the way! I was able to sit down with Asher to discuss this novel as well as various other topics.

In the interview, listen to when Asher got her start with writing and how it developed into her budding career as a published author, what her developmental process has been for Don't Eat the Pie, and what else she has in the pipeline writing-wise over the next few years. She also discusses how her time as a therapist has helped to foster her writing, and talks about her spooky podcast Stay the Night (@Staythenightpod), which she hosts with her sister. And like the true horror fanatic that she is, Asher shares some of her current favorite scary novels. Check out the interview!

Monique Asher's novel, Don't Eat the Pie, is available for preorder most places books are avaiilable! Let us know on social media @mycomsiccircus if you plan on checking out this upcoming novel!

Find this book on Amazon or most places books are sold.

Host/Interviewer: Brian Kitson

Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.

You can find out more about the author and upcoming books at her official website, www.moniqueasher.com/

Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

Bruce Willis is a name synonymous with Hollywood blockbusters and almost every genre of projects you can think of. Yet, for many, accessing the full spectrum of his cinematic achievements can be as challenging. Thankfully, Sean O’Connell’s new biography focused on Bruce Willis and his acting past, offers a comprehensive and engaging journey through the star’s illustrious career. From his early days and successes to more recent projects. 

In his insightful biography titled Bruce Willis: Celebrating the Cinematic Legacy of an Unbreakable Hollywood Icon, Sean O’Connell delves into Willis’ rise from humble beginnings to his status as a global icon, providing fans with a rich and detailed story about his acting life. Through exclusive interviews and meticulous research, O’Connell explored Willis’ most iconic roles, his personal life, and the impact he had on the film industry. This book is a must-read for anyone eager to fully appreciate the legacy of Bruce Willis.

Find this book on Amazon or most places books are sold.

Host/Interviewer: Wiktor Reinfuss

Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.

Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

Happy Pride Month dear readers! It's that time of year to celebrate everything Queer! Over here at The Cosmic Circus, we're excited to share in the celebration with a very special podcast featuring some of our Queer contributors to the site, highlighting some of the LGBTQ+ media they've consumed since last Pride!

Join host Brian Kitson and fellow writers Cameron Brook and Izzy Friedman as they discuss some of their favorite Queer media. The trio discusses Challengers, Interview With the Vampire, Heartstopper, Dead Boy Detectives, Our Flag Means Death, All of Us Strangers, Saltburn, Doctor Who, Star Wars, and more!

• Brian Kitson
• Izzy Friedman
• Cameron Brook

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 6/9/24

Find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com

Sydney Freeland is an impressive director with an eye for detail. Not only did she direct an episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, but she also lent her talents to Marvel's Echo, helming four of the series' five episodes along with executive producing it.

The series helped introduce viewers to the world of Maya Lopez, played by Alaqua Cox, who made her first on-screen appearance in Hawkeye. Echo broke barriers when it was released by featuring Marvel's first deaf and Indigenous character. Unlike the usual Marvel fare, the series was grittier and had a TV-MA rating. (And ahem, an appearance by little-known Marvel character Daredevil, too.) The show pretty much immediately shot to the top of the Disney+ charts and is a massive success for the streamer.

Several weeks ago, we had the chance to sit down with Freeland over Zoom and discuss everything Maya Lopez and more. The director shared that it was the hardest and most rewarding thing she's ever done. Freeland discussed the vision for the project, including how the heart of the series was the relationship between Maya and Kingpin, along with bringing the character home to Oklahoma. She talked about how she got on board with Echo, and it started with an e-mail from fellow directors Bert and Bertie. Read ahead for the full interview. But if you haven't seen Echo yet, beware, there are some spoilers ahead. (And what are you waiting for, anyway?)

Host: Ayla Ruby

Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.

Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

It’s been a wonderful yet sad couple of weeks without new episodes of X-Men ‘97, the revival of the animated TV series that introduced many of us to the merry band of mutants. It was a breakout hit, and ushered in new fans to the classic Saturday morning cartoon, that had so many elements of these iconic comic book characters. The interest and popularity dominated conversations weekly as we hurdled towards that shocking 3-part finale. Finale reveals and shockers will have to hold us for a while until we see the second season.

Join host Anthony Flagg (X: redovah_) and his guests Alex Perez (X: alexfromcc) and Uday Kataria (X: GoldenNinja3000) as they navigate the past and present of X-Men ‘97. This episode recounts each person's history with the original series, favorite episodes and characters, and hopes for the future seasons of X-Men ‘97. Insider Alex Perez also provides some hits about what we might expect in season 2 and hints at an answer to one burning question surrounding Jean Grey and Madelyne Pryor.

Contributors/Writers:

• Anthony Flagg
• Alex Perez
• Uday Kataria

Executive Producer/Editor

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 5/25/2024

Find the companion article to this podcast and more at https://thecosmiccircus.com/category/cosmic-circle/ and follow on X for updates at @cosmicpodcasts or @mycosmiccircus

Doctor Who is a global phenomenon, and we have an international group today on The Cosmic Circle to talk about it. Join host Brian Kitson, along with writers Wiktor Reinfuss and Cameron Brook, as they break down all the exciting bits from Ncuti Gatwa's reign as The Doctor, beginning with his first appearance in "The Giggle" all the way to the two-episode premiere of his first season ("Space Babies" and "The Devil's Chord"). Find out how Brian, "Vic" and Cam's journey into the Whoniverse began, what they are enjoying about the newest Doctor and companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson), and which Doctor is their favorite!

Warning: Spoiilers for past seasons of Doctor Who and for the new episodes which just premiered last week

• Brian Kitson
• Wiktor Reinfuss
• Cameron Brook

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 5/15/24

 The companion article for this podcast can be found at https://thecosmiccircus.com/doctor-who-season-premiere-podcast/

The Fallout series has been an astounding hit for Prime Video, still holding spots at the top of the charts on the streaming service. The renewed interest has even made physical copies of the game, harder to find, speaking to the success and reach that the show has brought forth. We were corralled into a vast world with three intertwined stories, from Ghouls, to Vaulties, to the Brotherhood of Steel. Luckily, a second season has already been ordered, giving everyone plenty of time to play the games while we wait for the show to begin filming again. 

Join host Anthony Flagg (X/Twitter: redovah_) and his guests Drew Reed (X/Twitter: drewreed1099) and Cameron Brook (X/Twitter:: camandfilm) as they discuss their favorite facets of Fallout. In this episode, we get the varied context from some of the guests who have not played the games previously! Also, there are discussions about what they want to see in Fallout season 2, and their plans to play the major game franchise in the future.

• Anthony Flagg
• Drew Reed
• Cameron Brook

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 5/5/24

Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.

The Cosmic Circus' Editor-In-Chief Lizzie Hill steps in for an interview with voice artists Megan Shipman and Natalie Van Sistine, who play Anya and Yor Forger in the hit anime series Spy x Family on Crunchyroll. The three chat about the audition process for the show, the preparation they go through when they dub the anime, and their new movie Spy x Family CODE: White which is now in theaters!

Host: Lizzie Hill

Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.

You can find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com/spy-x-family-code-white-interview-anya-yor-forger/

The Titan-sized box office hit Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire popped up from the depths of Hollow Earth into theaters last week. The movie, the latest from director Adam Wingard, is the 38th Godzilla film and the newest entry into Legendary's MonsterVerse.

The film brings together Apple TV+'s Monarch in expanding the world and also gives us the impossible not-to-meme visual of Godzilla sleeping in the Coliseum like a giant Cat. With impressive acting from Rebecca Hall, Kaylee Hottle, Dan Stevens, and The Eternals' Brian Tyree Henry, the movie left us at The Cosmic Circus with many monstrous thoughts on this post-Mechagodzilla universe.

Join host Ayla Ruby, Brian Kitson, Uday Kataria,  as they discuss Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Beware, spoilers for the city-smashing Titan story, as well as Monarch, are discussed within and below. 

Ayla Ruby

Uday Kataria

Brian Kitson

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 4/4/2024

Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.

Find the full companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

Vin interviews SCOTT BERMAN, writer and director of RESOLUTION: A CINEPHONIC RHAPSODY OF THE SOUL. The revolutionary film is an immersive 360° dome experience, now playing at the Fort Worth Omni Theater, the University of North Texas' Sky Theater, and soon to spread across the US, UK, and EU. The feature is the latest from Scott's 30-year collaboration with Tim DeLaughter, lead of The Polyphonic Spree band.

In the interview, Scott discusses his history with Tim, why communal experiences are so important, and the future of this incredible, innovative new technology.

Resolution: A Cinephonic Rhapsody for the Soul (2025) - Written and Directed by Scott Berman - Music by Tim Delaughter and The Polyphonic Spree - Technical/Creative Director: Ryan Hartsell - Based on the album Salvage Enterprise by The Polyphonic Spree

Timestamps

• 00:00 - Intro
• 00:55 - What is Resolution: A Cinephonic Rhapsody of the Soul?
• 03:30 - Working with the band Tripping Daisy and other projects early on
• 08:54 - Perfect for a 360° immersive experience and showing what can be done with a dome
• 10:30 - A format like Resolution is like listening to an album all the way through but with visual storytelling included
• 17:20 - Balancing his vision with different songs and art styles
• 24:40 - Designing for different dome sizes
• 26:40 - Enjoying a community experience
• 30:45 - Where the dome experience may go in the future (use at planetariums, etc)
• 33:48 - What the director wants people to take away from this show, and anything else he wants to mention.
• 38:40 - Outros

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John Dotson of The Cosmic Circus reviews Monkey Man from producer Jordan Peele and directed by and starring Dev Patel.

The video review can be found at our YouTube channel @thecosmiccircus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXf8HeBEfZY

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John Dotson of The Cosmic Circus reviews Love Lies Bleeding starring Kristen Stewart, Katy O'Brian and Ed Harris.

Find the video of this review at our YouTube channel @thecosmiccircus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvMGTKokla4

For more reviews and interviews from The Cosmic Circus visit https://thecosmiccircus.com

Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two is here, and we here at The Cosmic Circus are ready to accept Timothée Chalamet (and Zendaya's!) ascendancy. It's been a long road to the second half of this newest adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic novel from 1965, and there have been a few bumps along the way. From teases to whether or not "Part Two" of Dune would actually happen to dual strikes in Hollywood thanks to some greedy behavior by the AMPTP, the project has faced some delays. But now it's here in (mostly) IMAX projected glory with an impressive cast, including Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler, Javier Bardem, Florence Pugh, and more. 

Join host Ayla Ruby, Uday Kataria, and John Dotson as they discuss Dune: Part Two. Warning: Spoilers for the latest spice-powered epic are discussed within. 

Ayla Ruby

Uday Kataria

John Dotson

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 3/8/2024

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It's never the wrong time to watch a horror film, right? While so many I know wait until October and stockpile their scary movies to marathon for Halloween (peak spooky season vibes), I'm in the wheelhouse that horror is perfect for any reason and any season. While the snow piles up outside my window and the wind roars throughout the sky, it smells like the perfect time for a new horror film. So if you're like me, there's a new horror film that's just having its premiere! Thorns begins its limited release in theaters on February 23 and opens with a wider release on March 13. I was able to sit down with director/writer Douglas Schulze and one of the stars Doug Bradley (who you may know as Pinhead from Hellraiser) about the experience with this film!

In our conversation, Schulze discusses how he developed the story of Thorns, how the monster came to be, how the practical effects and 80s vibes came to be, and the positives of filming in Michigan. Bradley speaks on what drew him to the film and role and why it's important to support indie films in an industry of superhero blockbusters!

Thorns arrives in theaters for a limited release at Emagine theaters on February 23 and opens with a wider release on March 13. https://www.emagine-entertainment.com/movies/thorns/

Host: Brian Kitson

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Stefan L. Smith is a talented composer who lent his talents to the animated Batman film Batman: The Doom that Came to Gotham last year. He's back with another set of superhero compositions, this time for PBS. Smith scored Super Why's Comic Book Adventures, a show geared towards helping young children improve their reading skills, with a superhero twist. The music is catchy and has a great purpose, so we were excited to chat over Zoom with him about bringing this project to life. 

Host: Ayla Ruby

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Lunella Lafayette (Diamond White), aka Moon Girl from Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, is a super-genius who just wants to help and protect her community. Season 2 of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur hits the airwaves on February 2 on the Disney Channel and Disney XD and the next day on Disney+. Last week over Zoom, we chatted again with executive producer Steve Loter and co-executive producer Rodney Clouden, two of the creative minds who have helped bring the amazing Lunella to the screen. 

It was exciting to talk to the duo about this upcoming season, and we learned a lot about what to expect for Lunella and her family. Loter and Clouden shared some of how Lunella's superhero life would clash with her family life, and what that would mean for both of them. We talked about one of the new big villains this season, Molecule Man (Edward James Olmos), and some other guest voices.

Host: Ayla Ruby

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Echo, the first-ever entry into Marvel’s new Spotlight banner, starring the mega-talented Alaqua Cox, dropped last week with a full five episodes. In this very special 50th episode of the Cosmic Circle podcast, Ayla Ruby, Brian Kitson, John Dotson and Alex Perez discuss Marvel's Echo. Maya Lopez as well as Kingpin Wilson Fisk are discussed, as well as that Daredevil cameo. 

Alex Perez

Ayla Ruby

Brian Kitson

John Dotson

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 1/17/24

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Welcome back, campers, to another year at Camp Half-Blood, and the latest episode of The Cosmic Circle! We're big fans of the world of Percy Jackson over here and have been following along with the exciting adventure on Disney+'s Percy Jackson and the Olympians. The series stars Walker Scobell as Percy, the Demi-god son of Poseidon, who must venture across America with friends Annabeth (Leah Jeffries) and Grover (Aryan Simhadri). Together, this trio of heroes must find Zeus' missing lightning bolt before an all-out war between the Gods breaks out.

Join host Brian Kitson, along with writers Ayla Ruby and Anthony Flagg, as they discuss all the highs and lows of the first 5 episodes of Percy Jackson & The Olympians. Find out how they got started in Rick Riordan's world, what they've enjoyed in the series, and what God they'd be born to!

What do you think of the series so far? Let us know on social media @mycosmiccircus

• Anthony Flagg
• Ayla Ruby
• Brian Kitson

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 1/14/24

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Another year has gone by, and we've completed another revolution around the sun. 2023 was a fantastic year for movies, so The Cosmic Crew was excited to sit down and rank their top 5 of the year. From Barbie to The Color Purple to Bottoms and John Wick: Chapter 4, it was a lively chat, and an hour just isn't long enough for The Cosmic Circle. 

There were surprises, including why we liked certain comic book movies, to the last-minute shuffling of our rankings as the year progressed, and more movies came out; this podcast had it all and was a delight. Host Ayla Ruby was joined by head writer Brian Kitson and all-around movie king John Dotson to discuss what worked for them this year. There was heartbreak, musicals, action, and so much more. Listen below for our full thoughts on the best movies of 2023. 

Podcast credits and show notes

Contributors/Writers

• Ayla Ruby

• Brian Kitson

• John Dotson

Executive Producer/Editor

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 12/28/23

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Apple TV+'s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters series roars back this Friday with "Terriyfing Miracles", the sixth episode that deepens the dive into the Monsterverse's primordial depths. There are action-packed clashes and mystery ahead as the legacy of the 2014 film unfolds, unleashing secrets and Godzilla-sized thrills. We sat down over Zoom for an exclusive interview with Joe Tippett and Elisa Lasowski, who play Monarch operatives Tim and Duvall in the streaming show. 

In this spoiler-lite conversation, Tippett shared some insight into the Monarch "desk jockey" named Tim that he embodies and the character's interest in going more into the field. Lasowski talked about working with stunts to film the dramatic car crash scene where we meet her character. And both Tippett and Lasowski shared how they got the role on Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and their favorite Godzilla version from across history. 

Host: Ayla Ruby

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John Dotson and Vin reflect on the 28 Days Later franchise and review the latest sequel, 28 Years Later. The new sequel sees the return of director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland, and centers on a child named Spike (Alfie Williams) who journeys to the infected mainland to find a cure for his mother, Isla (Jodie Comer). The film also stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson and legendary actor Ralph Fiennes.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Intro

00:03:00 28 Days Later, 28 Weeks Later, 28 Years Later overview

00:21:40 28 Years Later discussion

00:38:00 28 Years Later trilogy thoughts on future of the franchise

00:41:00 Spoilers for 28 Years Later discussion

00:51:30 Outro

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is the newest entry into the MonsterVerse franchise and takes us to the heart of things: Godzilla and more terrifying creatures. Apple TV+'s new Godzilla series continues this Friday with the sixth episode, "Terrifying Miracles", which picks up after the 2014 Legendary Godzilla film. Created by Chris Black and Matt Fraction, the show delves deeper into the monster-filled world of that universe. We sat down over Zoom for an exclusive interview with Mari Yamamoto and Anders Holm, who play Keiko Miura and Bill Randa in the streaming show. 

The duo shared what it was like filming the show and a story about a huge and scary four-legged visitor they encountered in the Canadian Forest. Anders Holm shared whether or not he got advice from John Goodman before taking up the mantle of his character from Skull Island. Mari Yamamoto opened up about her fear of heights and how filming a challenging scene in the first episode, which involved being quite high up, unintentionally served as exposure therapy for her. Listen to the interview to learn more, but beware, mild spoilers are ahead. 

Host: Ayla Ruby

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 Los Angeles Comic Con 2023 featured many celebrity guests, including someone I wasn’t expecting! Janeshia Adams-Ginyard is a stunt performer, voiceover artist, and actress who starred as Nomble, a member of Wakanda’s Dora Milaje, in several MCU projects.

I noticed her booth on the convention floor thanks to a large Black Panther: Wakanda Forever poster. I was fascinated by the different aspects of her career and love Wakanda Forever, so I jumped at the chance to speak with her for a few minutes about her MCU role. 

Host: Uday Kataria

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Have you ever wondered if your family is cursed? Apple TV+'s CURSES! is a family animated show that explores the idea of what if a family was cursed because of an artifact-stealing Great Great Great Grandfather. In the pilot, the kids Pandora (Gabrielle Nevaeh), Russ (Andre Robinson), and Sky (Lyric Lewis) in the family Vanderhouven learn that their dad has been keeping a secret from them about their family's past. 

It's a ton of fun with age-appropriate awesome scares, adventure, a treasure trove of secrets, and oh so many ancient artifacts. One of the best parts about CURSES! is that the whole family can watch together. We recently had the chance to sit down over Zoom to talk with creators Jeff Dixon and Jim Cooper, and director Leo Riley to talk about the series. 

You can tune in to CURSES! on Apple TV+. Have you checked this series out already? Let us know what you think about it or this interview on social media @mycosmiccircus or The Cosmic Circus Discord.

Host: Ayla Ruby

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It's another episode of Sloth Baby Productions... just kidding. The Cosmic Circle podcast is back, and we saw The Marvels just like (hopefully) all of you and had some thoughts about the return of Captain Marvel (Brie Larson), Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) and Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris). Their first big screen team-up featured Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), an interesting villain named Dar-Benn (Zawe Ashton), and a whole lot of flerkens. Join host Ayla Ruby, along with Uday Kataria, Emily Maack, and Drew Reed, as they chat all things The Marvels in this spoilerific podcast episode.

The Cosmic Crew shared their impressions of the film, including what worked and didn't work for them. They chatted about Dar-Benn as a villain and all the bad-ass action scenes that director Nia DaCosta brought to life. We even talked about the ending moments of The Marvels, including that homage to a classic Avengers kickoff. And, of course, we chatted about the post-credit scene and what it means going forward for the MCU. So come on in towards the shiny hex jump point, where universes collide, and listen to the podcast.

Podcast credits and show notes

Contributors/Writers

• Ayla Ruby

• Uday Kataria

• Emily Maack

• Drew Reed

Executive Producer/Editor

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 11/19/23

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Last Thursday, the final page in the book of Loki season 2 closed to a perhaps sacred timeline-shifting ending. The God of Mischief, as portrayed by Tom Hiddleston, sprouted horns and finally fulfilled his glorious purpose. Join host Ayla Ruby, along with Alex Perex, Uday Kataria, and Drew Reed, as they chat all things Loki season 2 finale. 

The Cosmic Circle crew had a ton to unpack on this episode of the podcast, but we only strayed into Ant-Man territory once or twice. We discussed their thoughts on "Glorious Purpose" and whether it met our expectations. We also chatted about the reversed Marvel intro sequence, Kang the Conqueror and his variants, that ending, and the future of Loki characters, including Ravonnah Renslayer, and more.

Contributors/Writers

Ayla Ruby

Uday Kataria

Alex Perez

Drew Reed

Executive Producer/Editor

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 11/11/23

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Two long years after Omni-Man's betrayal, the season 2 premiere of Invincible, "A Lesson for Your Next Life," is here to mess with our heads even more. Mark Grayson, aka Invincible, is still trying to pick up the pieces and come to terms with the reality of his horrific dad, and we're all here for the doozy of a dimension-hopping ride.

The Cosmic Crew, including host Ayla Ruby (hey, that's me!), John Dotson, Izzy Friedman, and Anthony Flagg delved into everything Invincible. In this spoiler-heavy discussion, we dissect that doozy of an opening sequence and our reactions after the long Invincible drought. We debate the ethics of Angstrom Levy (Sterling K. Brown) and explore Mark Grayson's (Steven Yeun) complicated relationships with his mom, Debbie (Sandra Oh), and Atom Eve (Gillian Jacobs). We also go deep on grief, the show's complex themes, and its subversion of the superhero trope, specifically the traditional Superman archetype. And, of course, we share some predictions for the next three episodes. We're so excited to chat about it on this week's podcast, so tune in to hear us unpack all the twists, turns, and gore.

Podcast credits and show notes

Contributors/Writers

• Ayla Ruby

• Izzy Friedman

• John Dotson

• Anthony Flagg

Executive Producer/Editor

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 11/03/23

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Join host Brian Kitson and fellow Cosmic Circus writers John Dotson and Wiktor Reinfuss (Vic) as they share some of their favorite films and television series that are perfect for the Halloween season! From Chucky to Scream, Dracula to Supernatural, these three discuss a wide array of scary films and shows that are sure to fill you with terror. Plus listen to each of their stories of their first experiences with horror films!

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Brian's recommendations

Rose Red

Skeleton Key

Chucky/Child’s Play

The Descent

Marble Hornets

The Shining Rope

Psycho/Bates Motel

One Missed Call

Shining Vale

Goosebumps

John's recommendations

Host (2020)

Scream

Lake Mungo

Audition

Trick 'r Treat

The Girl With All the Gifts

Vic's recommendations

Sleepy Hollow

Halloween

Supernatural

The Ritual

Dracula (Francis Ford Coppola)

Contributors/Writers

Brian Kitson

John Dotson

Wiktor Reinfuss

Executive Producer/Editor

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 10/22/23

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Cosmic Cafe host Ayla Ruby is at NYCC 2023! In this episode, she has an EXCLUSIVE interview with Helluva Boss creator Vivienne Medrano about her upcoming animated series in the same universe Hazbin Hotel. The series releases on Amazon's Prime Video in January 2024, and has a lot of fans excited. 

Timestamps

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:00 - How did you go from using Patreon and YouTube to finance your work to A24 picking it up?
• 02:12 - Working on a pilot vs an entire season
• 03:20 - What is the status of Hazbin Hotel season 2? (currently writing)
• 04:00 - Charlie Morningstar's story in season 1
• 05:00 - The music in Hazbin Hotel, every episode has more than one song.
• 05:37 - The delay from a release last summer to next January on Prime Video
• 06:22 - Did you ever expect the fan reaction you've had for Hazbin Hotel?
• 07:22 - Which character would you be and why?
• 07:42 - Why does this show resonate with people?
• 09:07 - What's next for the Helluva Boss / Hazbin Hotel Universe?
• 10:12 - Would you like to see a live-action version? Medrano talks about wanting a broadway musical of Hazbin Hotel.
• 11:00 - Differences between the pilot and new version
• 12:22 - Vivienne Medrano on her writing process
• 13:32 - Inspirations and influences for the series
• 14:38 - Anything else?
• 15:30 - Outro

Host: Ayla Ruby of thecosmiccircus.com

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Cosmic Cafe host Ayla Ruby talks with Sy Islam and Gordon B. Schmidt about their book Leaders Assemble! Leadership in the MCU (Exploring Effective Leadership Practices through Popular Culture).

(This book is available on Amazon and most places books are sold)

The book covers what we can learn in the real world about leadership based on the characters, films, and shows within the MCU from Marvel Studios. 

Timestamps:

• 00:10 - Intros
• 00:45 - How did you come up with the idea for the book?
• 04:50 - What was your journey to your fandom? How did it start?
• 11:55 - What was your prep for Leaders Assemble! Leadership in the MCU ?
• 13:55 - What has been the response from colleagues and students?
• 18:00 - Was there anything surprising you found about the Marvel Cinematic Universe as you worked on this book? (Black Widow and "The Glass Cliff")
• 23:35 - Leadership lessons in Ms. Marvel and She-Hulk
• 26:00 - Talk about The Eternals
• 30:25 - Talk about Secret Invasion
• 34:50 - What is the biggest lesson in leadership people should use in their everyday lives?
• 38:00 - What's next for you? Next books they're working on.
• 39:45 - Outros

Host: Ayla Ruby of thecosmiccircus.com

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 The God of Mischief has returned, bringing his signature chaos with him in Loki Season 2! Tom Hiddleston picked up the not-quite-horned mantle again, returning as Loki Odinson this past week in an appropriately twisty sci-fi episode called "Ouroboros" written by Eric Martin. It's been two years since we left off on that dramatic scene with Sylvie (Sophia Di Martino) from season 1, and this episode promises so much more drama and heart for the season. Owen Wilson's Mobius is back, joined by Marvel newcomer Ke Huy Quan's O.B. as Loki and crew work together to prevent Kang (Jonathan Majors) from taking over everything at the TVA and beyond. 

The Cosmic Crew is back, too, and has many temporal and existential questions about Loki's return to screen. Join us in this episode as we chat about Loki season 2. We do a deep dive into the episode, including what we loved about the TVA and some of the new tech, like the temporal loom. We talk about Kang and THAT recording with Ravonna Renslayer (Gugu Mbatha-Raw) and whether or not it hints at anything more. We even chat about our dream ending for the season, and a few of us have very Deadpool-inspired hopes. So slip on your headphones (and make sure you're staying awake like Eugene Cordero's Casey) as you listen to the newest Cosmic Circle podcast episode. 

You can listen to the podcast below directly or on most sites where you listen to podcasts. Follow us for updates on X at @cosmicpodcasts!

[Warning: Spoilers from Loki are within the podcast! Listen at your own risk or you may get pruned.]

Podcast credits and show notes

Contributors/Writers

Ayla Ruby

Anthony Flagg

Uday Kataria

Executive Producer/Editor

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 10/07/23

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Vin & Vic break down the main Superman comics influences for James Gunn's upcoming DCU movie. Stick around to the end for mailbag questions!

All-Star Superman (2005) - Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely

Kingdom Come (1996) - Mark Waid, Alex Ross

Superman for All Seasons (1998) - Jeph Loeb, Tim Sale

Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? (1986) - Alan Moore, Curt Swan

Superman: Up in the Sky (2019) - Tom King, Andy Kubert

Superman: Supercorp (2023) - Joshua Williamson, Jamal Campbell

Other Superman comics recommendations: - Superman: Secret Identity - Superman: Red Son - Superman: Birthright - Lex Luthor: Man of Steel

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:42 - Superman For All Seasons

09:02 - All Star Superman

17:41 - Superman: Up in the Sky (2019)

22:20 - Superman: Whatever happened to the Man of Tomorrow?

31:22 - Supercorp

36:32 - Superman '78

40:55 - Kingdom Come

50:15 - Superman 2000 (The Superman comic that never was)

53:38 - Other comic recommendations

58:25 - Looking forward to the new movie from James Gunn Superman (2025)

01:20:30 - Mailbag questions answered

01:28:40 - Outro

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The first season of Ahsoka has reached its conclusion on Disney+, delivering a strong season from the Lucasfilm property. After eight episodes, the adventures of Rosario Dawson's Jedi and her compatriots have concluded with a bigger threat now looming on the sidelines. With huge ramifications and the excitement of what's to come for these characters, we had to hash it out in our Ahsoka season 1 finale discussion!

Join head writer Brian Kitson and fellow writers Drew Reed and Emily Maack as they talk about all the excitement from across all eight episodes of Disney+'s Ahsoka! What stood out to them? Where do they think the story is headed from here? You can find all those answers and more in this exciting Ahsoka finale discussion!

Podcast credits and show notes

Contributors/Writers

Brian Kitson

Drew Reed

Emily Maack

Executive Producer/Editor

Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 10/07/23

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Earlier this year, Keanu Reeves returned to the big screen as the titular assassin in John Wick: Chapter 4, arguably the most stylish and high-octane action franchise of our time. Directed by the talented Chad Stahelski and written by Shay Hatten and Michael Finch, the film sees our dog-avenging anti-hero facing off against the High Table in another thrilling installment.

On this action-packed John Wick podcast episode, The Cosmic Crew discusses why you should never mess with a man and his dog. We share our thoughts on John Wick: Chapter 4, including the seemingly final scene, rank the movies, and debate whether The Matrix or John Wick is Keanu Reeves' more iconic franchise. (Secretly, we all know it's The Lake House.) We also explore potential John Wick universe crossovers, such as Atomic Blonde, and debate the merits of John Wick and James Bond.  The crew dives deep into the beautiful cinematography of the movie, as shot by Dan Laustsen. We also chat about the upcoming series The Continental, and whether or not we'll be watching. So rev up your motorcycle...or your horse and listen in!

• Ayla Ruby
• John Dotson
• Wiktor Reinfuss

• Lizzie Hill

Recorded on 09/18/2023

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Erik Henry has an impressive career as a VFX supervisor in creating stellar stories. Not only did he work on season 1 and 2 of Invasion but Henry has also helped bring titles like The Abyss (which we talk about in the interview!), Watchmen, Black Sails, Jack Ryan, and so much more to life. He has several Emmy awards for his work and tons of other accolades. If you’re a sci-fi fan, you’ve probably seen his work.

In this interview, Henry sits down to chat with host Ayla Ruby to talk his most recent project now streaming on Apple TV, Invasion. 

Host: Ayla Ruby of thecosmiccircus.com

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