Monday, March 26, 2018

Justice League Commentary

In this episode of the Justice League Universe podcast, Sam and Nick provide audio commentary for Justice League. We synchronize at the 14 second mark, right after the WB logo goes dark.


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Wednesday, March 21, 2018

JLU Scene-by-Scene: Wonder Woman Scene 24

This episode of the Justice League Universe podcast focuses on Scene 24 (Diana and Steve on the stairway) of Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkins.


  • Overview of themes and character development
  • "Do something"
  • Diana's naivete without stupidity
  • Shift in tone
  • Foreshadowing Steve's death
  • Scene transitions
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Saturday, March 17, 2018

JLU Scene-by-Scene: Wonder Woman Scene 23

This episode of the Justice League Universe podcast focuses on Scene 23 (Diana confronting the British generals) of Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkins.

  • Themes and character development
  • Deciphering the notebook
  • Letting a woman speak
  • Shaming the generals
  • Women in leadership positions

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The Secret History of Wonder Woman by Jill Lepore - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-secret-history-of-wonder-woman-jill-lepore/1119132512?ean=9780804173407

Friday, March 16, 2018

JLU Scene-by-Scene: Wonder Woman Scenes 21-22

This episode of the Justice League Universe podcast focuses on Scene 21 (British War Council) and Scene 22 (Doctor Maru's new poison) of Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkins.

  • Doors and barriers to the halls of power
  • Diana's intrusion into the council meeting
  • Sir Patrick (aka, Ares) calling for armistice
  • Steve's "blind sister"
  • Sir Patrick foreshadows Steve's death and meets Diana
  • Doctor Maru tests her new poison gas
  • David Thewlis

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Thursday, March 15, 2018

JLU Scene-by-Scene: Wonder Woman Scene 20

This episode of the Justice League Universe podcast features Sam and Sydney discussing Scene 20 (Alleyway fight scene) from Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkins.


  • Top-level perspective on the scene
  • Continuity on the sidewalk
  • Homage to Superman: The Movie
  • Fight in the alleyway
  • Etta helps out
  • Cyanide and Ares
  • Diana's worldview and straightforward storytelling
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Tuesday, March 13, 2018

JLU Scene-by-Scene: Wonder Woman Scenes 18-19

In this episode of the Justice League Universe podcast, Sam and Rebecca discuss scene 18 (arriving in London) and scene 19 (shopping for clothes) of Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkins.

  • Contrasting Man's World with Themyscira
  • How long was the boat ride?
  • Observations on the streets of London
  • Meeting Etta Candy, Secretary
  • Shopping for an outfit
  • Humor and a subtle spy

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Monday, March 12, 2018

JLU Scene-by-Scene: Justice League Scene 4

This episode of the Justice League Universe podcast focuses on Scene 4 (Wonder Woman in London) of Justice League.

  • Reactions to the assassination of Superman
  • Connections between Wonder Woman and this scene in Justice League
  • Film techniques at the beginning of the scene
  • Wonder Woman on Lady Justice
  • Upward shots and the lasso of Hestia
  • Dark ages and Holy fear
  • Blocking bullets
  • "A believer"

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