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On the August 18, 2017 episode of /Film Daily, Ben Pearson and Brad Oman join Peter Sciretta to discuss the Galaxy Quest tv show news, and in the feature presentation we are joined by filmmaker and Star Wars fanatic Kyle Newman (Fanboys, Barely Lethal) to discuss the big news that Disney is developing an Obi-Wan Kenobi movie and in the Mail Bag we answer a question about lingering Force Awakens questions and what we want and expect from Star Wars: the Last Jedi. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it).   In the News: ‘Galaxy Quest’ TV Series Is Back on Track with Paul Scheer Writing   In Our Feature Presentation, filmmaker and Star Wars fanatic Kyle Newman (Fanboys, Barely Lethal) joins us to talk about the big news: Obi-Wan Kenobi Is Getting a ‘Star Wars’ Spin-Off with A Surprising Director Are we excited about this Star Wars anthology movie? Thoughts on director Stephen Daldry When could this take place? What could it be about? Are there any Obi-wan stories, canon or non canon we’d like to see?   In The Mailbag: Marc Godsiff from the UK asks “Really excellent podcast by the way!I'm wondering if you guys have specific ideas about the plot of The Last Jedi? Who is Snoke, why is Luke on Ahch-To, who are Rey's parents etc? Over on Talk Star Wars we speculate about these things and I'm always keen to hear the thoughts of other Star Wars fans. Once again, great podcast and thank you for the hard work that goes into producing it!” To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air.   Some other great features from the site mentioned in the episode include: Why J.J. Abrams Believes the Force Is More Inclusive Than Midi-Chlorians and Bloodlines Watch Kyle Newman’s Star Wars live radio plays Smuggler’s Bounty and Smuggler’s Revenge.   You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

17 Aug 201744min

On the August 16, 2017 episode of /Film Daily, Ben Pearson and Brad Oman join Peter Sciretta to discuss the latest news, including X-Men: Dark Phoenix casting, Samuel L Jackson’s MCU future, Ozark season 2, MoviePass, James Bond casting watch, Gremlins 3, and Louis C.K’s secret film. At the water cooler they discuss The Defiant Ones, the IT haunted house and Pokemon Go. In the Mail Bag, we talk about movies that we really like that we ultimately wish were better.   In The Water Cooler:   Peter talks about watching The Defiant One's miniseries on HBO Ben survived the IT house in Hollywood and lives to tell us about it. Brad has been pulled back into the app crack that is Pokemon Go.   In the News:   ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’ May Have Cast a ‘Paper Towns’ Actress as Dazzler Samuel L. Jackson Probably Won’t Be in ‘Black Panther’ or ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ ‘Ozark’ Season 2 Announced BY Netflix MoviePass Has Changed: See One Movie in Theaters Each Day for Just $10 a Month Bond Watch: Daniel Craig Still Unsure About Returning for ‘James Bond 25’ ‘Gremlins 3’ Has a “Twisted and Dark” Screenplay Says Writer Chris Columbus Louis C.K. Directed a Secret Film Called ‘I Love You, Daddy”   In The Mailbag: Angelo Thomas from Louisville, Kentucky asks “What's a movie that you still enjoy but ultimately wish it were better than it is? Mine would have to be The Polar Express. I love the story and the idea of it, and Tom Hanks is excellent as always, but I can't get past the creepy animation. Thanks for taking my question, and keep up the good work!”   Peter’s picks: Tron Legacy, WALL-E, Temple of Doom Ben’s picks: Avatar, Star Trek Into Darkness, almost every James Bond movie Brad’s picks: Ghostbusters 2016, Avengers: Age of Ultron, The Lost World   To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air.   Some other great features from the site mentioned in the episode include:   How The ‘Ghostbusters’ Reboot Universe Can and Should Still Connect To The Original   You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

15 Aug 201743min

On the August 15, 2017 episode of /Film Daily, Ben Pearson, Brad Oman and Hoai-Tran Bui join Peter Sciretta to discuss the latest news, including Sony release date changes including Bad Boys 3 and the Spider-Man spin-off Silver and Black, Frank Miller’s Superman: Year One, surprising casting for Jessica Jones season 2, Godzilla, Tom Cruise injured during Mission: Impossible 6 stunt and a stunt driver on Deadpool 2 tragically died in a crash. Jacob Hall joins us for the Mail Bag, where we offer some suggestions for smaller and older films that Teenagers would enjoy, and in the Spoiler Room we talk about that letter from Eastwatch in the latest episode of Game of Thrones.   In the News:  Sony Pictures Sets ‘Spider-Man’ Spin-Off ‘Silver and Black’ for 2019, Pulls ‘Bad Boys 3’ from Calendar Frank Miller’s ‘Superman: Year One’ Isn’t a Retelling of Supe’s Origin Story ‘Jessica Jones’ Season 2 May Bring David Tennant Back From the Dead Godzilla Photo Teases Connection To Original 1954 Film Tom Cruise Seemingly Injured During ‘Mission: Impossible’ 6 Stunt Jump ‘Deadpool 2’ Stunt Driver Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Set   In The Mailbag: Brian from Texas asks “Hey Peter, really enjoying the daily podcast!   I am a high school teacher and I run a film club at my school. I am doing my best to expose my students to a diverse range of films that they likely have not seen before (examples from last year include Sing Street, Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Whiplash, and Spirited Away). What are some of your suggestions for great smaller or older (pre-2000) films that teenagers would enjoy?” Peter’s picks: Vertigo, Election, Before Sunrise, Go, Ben’s picks: Dead Poets Society, The Virgin Suicides, Sneakers, Better Luck Tomorrow HT’s picks: The Truman Show, Psycho, Persepolis, Stand By Me Brad’s picks: Almost Famous, Liberty Heights, School Ties Jacob’s picks: Do the Right Thing, Starship Troopers, Brazil Some other great features from the site mentioned in the episode include: The Unpopular Opinion: Gus Van Sant’s ‘Psycho’ Remake is a Fascinating, Bold Experiment ‘Game of Thrones’ Review: ‘Eastwatch’ Resets the Bloodstained Chessboard To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air.   In the Spoiler Room, ‘Game of Thrones’ Fans Have Already Deciphered That Letter From ‘Eastwatch’ You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word!   Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14 Aug 201743min

On the August 14, 2017 episode of /Film Daily, Ben Pearson, Hoai-Tran Bui and Jacob Hall join Peter Sciretta to discuss the latest news, including Arnold Schwarzenegger's role in Terminator 6, Justice League reshoots, Disney’s streaming service, Miyazaki un-retires, Glow season 2, why studios aren’t making as many comedies, and some leftover Star Wars: The Last Jedi tidbits. And in the Mailbag, we talk about actors who we will watch in anything.   In the News:   ‘Terminator 6’ Could Explain Why Killer Robots Look Like Arnold Schwarzenegger ‘Justice League’ Reshoots: Cyborg’s Tone Was Changed to be Lighter, Ben Affleck Calls ‘Justice League’ An ‘Interesting’ Product of Two Very Directors Disney Streaming Update: Will Marvel and Disney Be included? ‘Hellboy’ Reboot Will Be “Close to a Horror Film,” Says Comic Creator Mike Mignola Studio Ghibli Reopens As Hayao Miyazaki Refuses to Retire — Again ‘GLOW’ Season 2 is Coming, But Netflix Cancels ‘Gypsy’ After One Season Why Studios Aren’t Making as Many Comedies Anymore, According to Judd Apatow ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: Why Rey’s Family History May Not Be as Important as We Thought ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: What Are Kylo Ren and Captain Phasma Doing in the Sequel?   In The Mailbag: Jolene from South Dakota asks: “Is there any actor that you enjoy so much that you will see any film he or she is in, regardless of genre or your interest in the storyline?  Thanks!  Love the podcast and your new closet set-up.  :-)”     Peter’s picks: Tom Cruise, more so with filmmakers than actors, Jena Malone Ben’s picks: Leonardo DiCaprio HT’s picks: Jeremy Renner Jacob’s picks: Michael Shannon, Michael Stuhlbarg, Richard Jenkins   To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air.   You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Aug 201738min

On the August 11, 2017 episode of /Film Daily, we talk about a Neuromancer movie, Venom casting, more Hunger Games and Twilight movies, how The Amazing Spider-Man 3 was supposed to end, and more details about Leia and DJ’s roles in Star Wars: the Last Jedi. In the mail bag, we’ll talk about failed movies which Hollywood should reboot. And in our feature presentation, Hoai-Tran Bui joins me to explain why this Summer was one of the best in decades and what Hollywood should learn from it. Ben Pearson and Brad Oman join Peter Sciretta for the News:  ‘Neuromancer’ Movie to Be Directed by ‘Deadpool’ Helmer Tim Miller How ‘The Amazing-Spider Man 3’ Would Have Brought Norman Osborn Back to Life ‘Rogue One’ Star Riz Ahmed in Talks for ‘Venom’ Spin-Off, May or May Not Be Carnage More ‘Hunger Games’ and ‘Twilight’ Movies May Happen If Lionsgate Gets Its Way ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: The Bond Between General Leia and Poe Dameron Explained ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: More Details About Benicio del Toro’s Mysterious Character Revealed In The Mailbag: Jordan from Massachusetts asks “What are some failed movies that you believe deserve to rebooted and given another shot?   The show has been great! Keep up the good work.” Peter’s picks: Sound of Thunder, Timecop, The Last Starfighter Ben’s picks: The Dark Tower, Harry Potter Brad’s picks: John Carter, Wild Wild West   Mentioned by Brad in the podcast: Kevin Smith's Jon Peters Superman/Wild Wild West story:       To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air. In Our Feature Presentation, Hoai-Tran Bui joins me to talk about Why the 2017 Summer Movie Season is the Best One We’ve Seen in Decades. You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Aug 201733min

Ben Pearson, Brad Oman and Jacob Hall join Peter Sciretta for the August 10, 2017 episode of /Film Daily. On today’s show, a dumpster truck full of Star Wars: The Last Jedi information has been dumped upon the world and we try to scavenge through the pile, as well as talk about Hellboy reboot casting. And in the mail bag, we’ll talk about our hopes for the future of the Star Wars stand alone movies. In The Water Cooler: Peter is practicing for his Magic Castle audition Jacob built an RPG case for my gaming group. Ben is watching Wet Hot American Summer: 10 Years Later Brad finally got ahold of Mondo’s Home Alone Cheese Pizza Vinyl   In The News: The ‘Hellboy’ Reboot Summons Milla Jovovich as the Villain ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Photos & Details: Finn Becomes a Pilot, Rey is Not Welcome & More ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: How the Introduction of Rose Changes Finn Luke Skywalker Thought Kylo Ren Was the Chosen One, But Will Rey’s Story Reveal Otherwise? ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: Why Luke is in Hiding and How He Got There ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’: More Ahch-To Creatures Have Been Revealed First Look: The Praetorian Guard Are The Protectors of The Mo-Cap Snoke   In The Mailbag: Fitgeek from Gerrit, CA asks “What are your thoughts or ideas for the next few stand alone SW movies?  What would you like to see explored?” Peter’s picks: original stories with original characters and not spin-offs/origin stories, Martin Scorsese-style gangster movie Jacob’s picks: Army of Shadows in Star Wars, Earliest Jedi Tales Ben’s picks: Stormtrooper film (secret crossover) Brad’s picks: The Kessel Run, Cantina Band Mockumentary To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air.   You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

9 Aug 201737min

Ben Pearson and Brad Oman join Peter Sciretta for the August 9, 2017 episode of /Film Daily. On today’s show we’ll stop by the water cooler to discuss Ozark, Millarworld, and snack hacks. In the news we talk about Avatar casting, DuckTales/Darkwing Duck crossover, a new ship in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, another 24 reboot, David Letterman’s return to television, a King Of The Hill revival, Modern Family’s end, A Christmas Story’ live TV musical and Stephen Colbert’s Animated Donald Trump series. And in the Mail Bag, we’ll talk about movies that should be tv shows. In The Water Cooler: Peter has been watching Netflix’s Ozark, speculates about a Netflix Millarworld app Ben gives a snack hack Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Put popcorn in huge bowl (or divide into two bowls). In medium saucepan, melt butter. Stir in brown sugar, syrup, and salt. Stir constantly while bringing to a boil. Then boil without stirring for 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla. Pour caramel evenly over popcorn, stirring to coat. Cover 2 large shallow baking sheets with parchment paper. Place popcorn on pans and bake for ~1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove and let cool for ~10 minutes. Mix in candy bars, and drizzle popcorn with melted chocolate. (Add a tsp. of shortening to chips and then microwave 15 seconds at a time until melted.) Let popcorn sit until chocolate hardens ~30 minutes. Store at room temperature in airtight container. Ingredients: 5 qts (3 bags) plain popped popcorn 1 cup margarine 2 cups light brown sugar 2 cups light corn syrup 1 tsp. Salt ½ tsp. Baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 20-25 fun size Twix bars 1 cup chocolate chips, melted to drizzle   In The News: WTF: Dead ‘Avatar’ Villains Returning For All Four Sequels Despite Being, You Know, Dead ‘DuckTales’ Will Finally Crossover with ‘Darkwing Duck’ Breaking news: Disney announces streaming service ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Will Likely Introduce A Mega Star Destroyer The Next ’24’ Will Have a New Cast and Won’t Involve CTU David Letterman Is Coming to Netflix for a New Series Fox is Exploring More ‘King Of The Hill’ With Mike Judge ‘Modern Family’ Likely to End After 10th Season Maya Rudolph Starring in ‘A Christmas Story’ Live TV Musical By La La Land Writers Stephen Colbert’s Animated Donald Trump Series Will Hold 5 Minutes For Topical Scenes   In The Mailbag: Jacob C asks “What movie would you like to see turned into a television show?” Peter’s pick: Die Hard, Sliding Doors, The Burbs Ben’s picks: The Rocketeer, Inception, Sin City Brad’s picks: What We Do in the Shadows, Harry Potter, Men In Black To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air. You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

8 Aug 201744min

Ben Pearson and Brad Oman join Peter Sciretta for the August 8, 2017 episode of /Film Daily. On today’s show we’ll stop by the water cooler to discuss selling DVDs, a Lion King singalong and a board game cafe, in the news we’ll talk about Netflix’s big comic book company acquisition, this weekend's box office, Thriller 3D, Fantastic Four, and a bevy of MCU tidbits from Guardians director James Gunn. And in the mailbag, we’ll talk about the home movie experience.   In The Water Cooler: Peter sells his old DVDs and realizes that they are now worthless. Ben saw The Lion King singalong at the Greek Theater on Saturday night. Brad played games at that Merlin's Beard games cafe.   In The News: ‘The Dark Tower’ Underperforms as ‘Despicable Me’ Becomes the biggest animated franchise of all time Netflix Buys ‘Kingsman’ Comic Book Publisher Millarworld Michael Jackson’s Groundbreaking ‘Thriller’ Music Video Will Premiere in 3D in Venice Marvel Really Did Cancel ‘Fantastic Four’ Comics Over the Film Rights, Comics Writer Jonathan Hickman Says James Gunn on Cosmic MCU Movies, David Bowie's 'Guardians 2' Cameo, 'Mary Poppins' & More   In The Mailbag: Mich from Maryland asks “I want to up my home theater game -- got any tips for creating a better experience at home? (screen, sound, seating, lighting, remote controls, snacks, etc.)” To submit questions to the mailbag, send them to peter@slashfilm.com. Please mention your name and general geographical location in case we mention the question on the air.     You can find all that and more at slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). This podcast is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. We’re still very much experimenting with this podcast, please feel free to send your feedback to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

7 Aug 201741min