Justice League Universe Podcast

Sam and Nick provide commentary for Shazam!, directed by David Sandberg. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 16-second mark, right when the DC logo first starts to fly onto the screen.Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter@ottensam @JLUPodNhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast/

Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Aquaman, directed by James Wan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when the WB logo exits from view.Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter@ottensam @derbykidhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast/

Setting up the Russian familyPurpose of the Russian familyMother's timingSteppenwolf's motivationLocation preview for Act 3Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast

Setting the scene in an air bubbleConnections to Aquaman and the DCEUHints at Mera's backstoryFollow @JLUPodcast on Twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastTranscript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html

Sam is joined by Mark and Nathan from Doom Patrol Radio to discuss Season 1 of DC Universe's DOOM PATROL.http://www.toooldmedia.com/doom-patrol-radio/@radiodoompatrol@JLUPodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast/

Character development in Shazam!Thad Sivana (1:00) Billy Batson (7:48)Freddy Freeman (12:10)Secondary characters (21:03)Themes (29:50)Heart (30:16)Family and Home (34:39)Power and Adulthood (39:25)Doubts and Support from others (44:57)Closing comments (48:56)Follow @JLUPodcast on twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast

Connections to Throne of Atlantis (0:33)The Manta Prototype Submarine (2:43)Transition to death but no action inside the sub (6:50)Papa Kane and the entrance of David Kane (9:19)Connections to Star Wars (11:00)No mercy for the sub captain (13:53)Family history of the Kanes (17:36)Frogmen (21:05)Anticipating Arthur (25:05)Outro (30:24)Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast

Boston, aka New England, Aquarium (0:20)Connections to Justice League (3:36)Connections to Man of Steel (4:21)Shark attack (6:36)Young Arthur's power display (7:18)End of Prologue (9:25)Outro (11:05)TranscriptFollow @JLUPodcast on Twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcasthttps://www.neaq.org/blog/aquaman-inspiration/

Cortlandt (1:26)Monsters and green goo (6:30)Arthur's exit and Icky Thump (8:10)Brief Atlantean, or Xebel, glimpse (10:32)Mera's fight with Steppenwolf (13:10)Arthur's fight with Steppenwolf (15:06)Outro (17:18)Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast

Nicole Kidman as Queen Atlanna, Women in Aquaman (0:35)The first surprise attack (7:08)Atlantean Commandos and King Orvax (12:40)Tom and Atlanna's relationship (17:46)Atlanna's fight scene and Wan's fluid camera movements (21:27)3-year-old Arthur crying (25:00)Dock farewell, CGI de-aging, and narration (26:48)Atlanna's reason for leaving, Justice League continuity (32:18)Tears and sunrise (35:10)Atlanna's little prince, Man of Steel connection (41:06)Diving and pulling away (45:16)Closing (48:05)@JLUPodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastContributors: @ottensam @wondersyd @raveryn @derbykid

Snowglobe (0:31)Icelandic music (1:55)Arranged marriages and love (3:11)Arthur, the legend and future king (6:31) @PrimeEarthMookMore than a king (9:15)Parents and children (10:47)A forking history of Atlantis (12:20)Closing (14:35)@JLUPodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastContributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersydTranscript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-aquaman-scene-2.htmlSpecial thanks - @PrimeEarthMook

Thoughts on Arthur's character arc (0:34)Logos, lighthouses, and the opening storm (4:29)Jules Verne quote and destiny (9:51)Tom Curry showing mercy (13:35)Relationship-building inside the lighthouse (16:32)The Dunwich Horror (20:17)Closing (21:19)@JLUPodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastContributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersydTranscript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-aquaman-scene-1.htmlSpecial thanks - @AnnaOmmen @Dudeseid @PrimeEarthMook

Themes in AquamanCharacter developmentConnections to other DCEU FilmsFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersydBonus Content and forthcoming Man of Steel analysis: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcasthttps://www.forbes.com/sites/markhughes/2018/12/11/review-aquaman-is-thrilling-new-addition-to-superhero-cinema/#74cccae332f7 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Pacific_garbage_patch https://twitter.com/nexuspong/status/1076565909064437760

In this episode, we get ready for Aquaman, directed by James Wan. Sam and Nick rundown the major characters and discuss what they are looking forward to in the film. We also share some questions that we have going into the theater. Full scene-by-scene analysis will begin after opening weekend. (No spoilers in this episode, because we haven't seen the movie yet.) Creative team behind Aquaman What we're looking forward to (6:00) Character list (19:00) Possible themes (42:25) Questions on our minds (54:00) Follow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @JLUPodN @raveryn @derbykid @wondersydBonus Content and forthcoming Man of Steel analysis: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast

Diana using her empathy and human connectionDiana's car and clothing on a generic city streetCyborg's arrival and the city lightsIsolation and collaboration, Cyborg's early arcConnections to BvS and Wonder WomanCyborg's giftsCyborg flies awayFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @derbykid @raveryn @JLUPodN @wondersydBonus Content and forthcoming Man of Steel analysis: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast

Diana tries to "dig up" Victor StoneIntersections in the Justice Leaguers storiesSTAR Labs footage of Silas and Victor Stone, comparison to BvSVictor's text and images on the batcomputer"Are you Victor Stone?"Diana and AlfredFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @JLUPodN @wondersydTranscript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2018/12/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene_17.htmlBonus Content and forthcoming Man of Steel analysis: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast

Recap of what we know about Barry AllenLocation of Central CityBarry Allen's apartment and prototype suitBruce Wayne and Barry Allen duel of witsBatarang and visual parallels to BvSBruce is putting together a team, and Barry needs friendsBarry's bad hair day and brunch?Barry's explanation of the speed forcePhysics and detailsFlash caloric intake"Special fight team" and rich, product placementFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @JLUPodN @raveryn @derbykid @wondersydBonus Content and forthcoming Man of Steel analysis: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastBvS Giveaway: https://www.patreon.com/posts/giveaway-batman-23075306

Steppenwolf, the End of WorldsParademons and missed opportunitiesWeak connections to BvSMotherboxes, Unity, and PowerThe action and the characters in the scene (Green Lantern!)God vs. Man (BvS) is now Gods and Men and Women together (JL)Doomsday clock has a snooze button and Bruce's attitudeThe three motherboxes on EarthDiana leary of leadershipCyborg listening in low-tech styleFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @derbykid @raveryn @wondersyd @NBegoBonus Content: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastBvS Giveaway: https://www.patreon.com/posts/giveaway-batman-23075306

Cyborg's apartment and family photoNew abilitiesBatcave camera and Batman's identityAutumn, what year?The Flying FoxBruce and Diana's relationshipFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd @NBegoBonus Content: https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcastBvS Giveaway: https://www.patreon.com/posts/giveaway-batman-23075306

Starting the scene with humorMartha Kent's new characterizationRespect for Lois LaneRandom Guy with a notepadThirstySmellIs that some Kryptonian music?Lois's arc and Lois's final comment on truth and world enginesUninteresting camera workFollow @JLUpodcast on TwitterContributors: @ottensam @derbykid @raveryn @wondersyd @NBegoBonus Content https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast