This week we're talking about Shazam! Fury Of The Gods. We talk about how the DCEU has three more movies but is also cancelled, scene stealing performances, the comedy that works, the third act that doesn't, and one of the worst product placements we've ever seen. Your host Andrew Ivimey has his sophomore (the 2nd one) comedy album MURDER BIRD available right now! Reviewers are calling it "a hell of an original". You can search Murder Bird wherever you get your music or you can links to most ser...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 375
This week on the pod we're talking about the entirety of season one of The Last Of Us. We talk about video game differences, the brilliant supporting cast, how film making is collaborative, and how to be optimistic while being bleak. This episode is 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. Explore at your own pace, and each class is supported by downloadable materials, lessons, recipes, or more. Our...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 374
We're going back to a video game movie many (including those who worked on it) would rather forget, we're talking about Prince of Persia: The Sands Of Time. We talk about inappropriate casting, over editing, a poison cape, and the one actor who can save the entire day. Your host Andrew Ivimey has his sophomore (the 2nd one) comedy album MURDER BIRD releasing on March 10th. Reviewers are calling it "a hell of an original". You can pre-order/pre-save it on multiple platforms now and on launch you ...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 373
We're closing out micro movie month talking about the buddy cop blood stream comedy Osmosis Jones. We get into how it's surprisingly a rich premise, good voice casting of on camera talent, a human host who hates living, and the weird uncanny valley of gross out humor this movie exists in. Host Andrew Ivimey has his sophomore (the 2nd one) comedy album MURDER BIRD releasing on March 10th. Reviewers are calling it "a hell of an original". You can pre-order/pre-save it on multiple platforms now and...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 372
It's the smallest they've ever been, maybe the smallest of any movie ever. This week we're talking about Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania . We talk about being big when you're being small, loving when Paul Rudd gets to Rudd it up, the plot problems of being a dad, and ask where did the side characters go? Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com or discover our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 371
We're continuing our mini movie month with the shrunk down classic Honey, I Shrunk The Kids. We talk about a sense of scale for miniture but not for real life, kids without conflict, feeling for an ant, and being safe but hurt. This episode is 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. Explore at your own pace, and each class is supported by downloadable materials, lessons, recipes, or more. Our liste...
Feb 13, 2023•56 min•Ep. 370
This month we're getting real small! It's a microscopic month and we're starting it off by talking about Fantastic Voyage. We talk about how this movie unabashedly loves science, smoking in an operating theatre, and taking your damn time with precision parking. This episode brought to you in part by NordVPN. Exclusive! Grab the NordVPN deal at https://nordvpn.com/tfs Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 369
We're finishing up mechanical month talking about Terminator Salvation. We talk about rewriting a movie without writers, the famous Bale blow up, bathing in the rain, and putting a robot in the face-off machine. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/tfs Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 368
We're continuing mechanical month and this week we're talking about The Iron Giant. We talk about how much we love this movie despite Diana being wrong about having seen it before, a perfect joke that knocked our socks off, the mix of comedy and emotion, and the absolute horrors WB would do with this movie if it were released today. This episode is 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. Explore at...
Jan 23, 2023•53 min•Ep. 367
We're continuing mechanical month with Alita: Battle Angel. We get into words that mean other words, cool character design, what constitutes a gun, and the rules of motor ball.
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 366
We're spending this entire month analyzing our future overlords, we're talking about robots, and we're starting with Robocop. We talk about how the people of Detroit feel about this movie, the benefits of theme without subtlety, Oscar nominated sound design, and filming without pants. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com or discover our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 365
This week on the pod we're talking about The Witcher prequel series Blood Origins. We talk about all four episodes and get into the details of a love story with a hammer, different types of elves, and the convoluted nature of a storyteller telling a storyteller about a storyteller so they can tell their story.
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 364
This week we're taking a holiday break from superheroes and talking about basically a boy Batman, it's Home Alone. We get into the details of a family that absolutely sucks, John Candy going off script, when would we give up on this robbery, and this family having no friends.
Dec 26, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 363
This week we're talking about the sequel that took 13 years and a lot of water to make, it's Avatar The Way Of The Water . We talk about how it's a second draft of the first movie, a couple of fantastic performances, a new most valuable mcguffin, and how it's pretty obvious you shouldn't hurt whales. This episode is 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. Explore at your own pace, and each class is...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 362
This week we're talking about the highest grossing movie of all time, James Cameron's Avatar. We discuss metaphors that are puddle deep, it being a white saviour's dream, and what the hell do we do with unobtainium? This episode brought to you in part by Miracle Brand. Using silver-infused fabrics originally developed by NASA, Miracle Brand sheets are thermoregulating and designed to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long. Miracle is so confident in their product, it’s backed with a ...
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 361
This week on the pod we're talking about The Guardians of The Galaxy: Holiday Special. We discuss a comedic pairing nobody expected, ask if Kevin Bacon blipped, and discuss Nebula inventing an entirely new dance. This episode is brought to you by QUIP! With Quip’s Smart Electric Toothbrush good habits can earn you great perks like free products, gift cards, and more. QUIP’s sensitive vibrations, with a built-in timer, help guide gentle brushing. You can get your first refill free at GETQUIP.com/...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 360
This week is all about season 1 of Andor. We talk about the pleasure of delivering themes hard and without subtlety, every performance landing, the importance of having something to say, and how it should be illegal to name a Star Wars character Kleya. This episode brought to you in part by Uncommon Goods . For those hard to gift people in your life… Finally there’s an easy answer and it’s Uncommon Goods. Uncommon Goods has all the best, unique, unusual gifts guaranteed to delight no matter who ...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 359
This week we're talking about the secret classic and much requested Sky High. We talk about every actor crushing it, it feeling weirdly real for a superhero high school, and Warren Peace being one of the greatest names and characters of a generation. This episode was recorded live during our Nov 5th Extra Life Game Day event. November 29th and 30th Talk From Superheroes host Andrew Ivimey will be recording his second comedy album live at Toronto's Comedy Bar. If you're in the Toronto area be sur...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 358
This week we're talking about the much anticipated Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. We talk about dealing with grief through art, making a movie in an impossible situation, touching tributes, and for better or worse Marvel injecting some pew pews. This episode is 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. Explore at your own pace, and each class is supported by downloadable materials, lessons, recipes,...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 357
This week we're talking about the 7th installment and/or first reboot of the Rocky franchise, it's Ryan Coogler's Creed . We talk about a muscle bound movie with heart, everybody being sweet, parallel storytelling, and being immature without being self destructive. This episode brought to you in part by Miracle Brand. Using silver-infused fabrics originally developed by NASA, Miracle Brand sheets are thermoregulating and designed to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long. Miracle is ...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 356
This week we're talking about episodes 1-3 of the new CW show The Winchesters . We talk about how much Supernatural is too much Supernatural, musicians who can't music, good chemistry, and dad issues. This year we're taking part in Game Day, a 24 hour gaming marathon on November 5th, 2022 to support Sick Kids Hospital. The From Superheroes Network will be doing a variety of events including; gaming, live podcast tapings, watch parties, and more surprises to be planned. VISIT EXTRALIFE.FROMSUPERH...
Oct 31, 2022•57 min•Ep. 355
This week we're talking about the latest addition to the surprisingly still kicking DCEU, it's Black Adam a movie that has our hosts divided. We get into our appreciation of The Rock, meaningless metaphors, hats on hats, and violence that works. This episode brought to you in part by the new Audible Original The Sandman: Act III. The next installment of the #1 New York Times Audio Bestseller based on the best-selling DC graphic novels written by Neil Gaiman. A fully immersive listening experienc...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 354
This week we're talking about the full first season of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law . We talk about legal wigs, sitcoms vs the MCU format, what makes the CGI bad and good, and the great supporting cast. This episode brought to you in part by the new Audible Original The Sandman: Act III. The next installment of the #1 New York Times Audio Bestseller based on the best-selling DC graphic novels written by Neil Gaiman. A fully immersive listening experience, presented for the first time in breathtakin...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 353
This week we're talking about the spooky scary (not really) Werewolf By Night . We talk about Marvel successfully mixing things up, whether werewolves know martial arts, a loveable friendship, and general visual delight. This episode is brought to you by QUIP! With Quip’s Smart Electric Toothbrush good habits can earn you great perks like free products, gift cards, and more. QUIP’s sensitive vibrations, with a built-in timer, help guide gentle brushing. You can get your first refill free at GETQ...
Oct 10, 2022•54 min•Ep. 352
Call us geologists because we're looking into the history of The Rock this week and talking about the underappreciated hit The Scorpion King . We break down how this movie is actually good (who knew?), and discuss its Jackie Chan-esque fight sequences, The Rock's career, and how there are just not enough scorpions. This year we're taking part in Game Day, a 24 hour gaming marathon on November 5th, 2022 to support Sick Kids Hospital. The From Superheroes Network will be doing a variety of events ...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 351
This week we're talking about the 2003 version of Hulk. We talk about a story that is at odds with itself, insane transitions that sometimes work, whether a hero should kill dogs, and one really cool tree. This episode is 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. Explore at your own pace, and each class is supported by downloadable materials, lessons, recipes, or more. Get unlimited access to EVERY Ma...
Sep 26, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 350
This week we're talking about episodes 1-4 of The Lord Of The Rings The Rings Of Power. We bring back our favourite fantasy discussion - are Elves annoying? Discuss how Hobbits are scamps, how Dwarves are like Poochy, and how the Valar might be a conspiracy theory. This episode brought to you in part by ExpressVPN. Protect your online activity today with the VPN rated #1 by Business Insider. Visit our exclusive link www.expressvpn.com/tfs and you can get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year pack...
Sep 19, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 349
This week we're talking about season 4 of What We Do in The Shadows . We talk about the best age for a great character, many references to Blade, a journey around the world that goes nowhere, and how you need pushback when you open a vampire nightclub. This episode is brought to you by QUIP! With Quip’s Smart Electric Toothbrush good habits can earn you great perks like free products, gift cards, and more. QUIP’s sensitive vibrations, with a built-in timer, help guide gentle brushing. You can ge...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 348
This episode we're talking about the first 3 episodes of House Of The Dragon. We talk about where it falls in respect to GOT, insecurity in its own identity, how Matt Smith is always doing his best, and technical achievements/improvements. This year we're taking part in Game Day, a 24 hour gaming marathon on November 5th, 2022 to support Sick Kids Hospital. Hosted by Andrew Ivimey The From Superheroes Network be doing a variety of events including; gaming, live podcast tapings, watch parties, an...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 347
This week we're talking about the biggest franchise we've never discussed, it's The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. We talk about our history with this movie, the Legolas to Aragorn sexual journey, alternative ways to handle the ring, and our opinions on elves.
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 346
