After the Frame Podcast

After the Frame is where the credits roll but the conversation begins. We dive into the emotional beats, hidden meanings, and lingering questions behind your favorite films and shows. If you love rewatching with a deeper lens, unpacking character arcs, or exploring “what happens next,” this is your space. Smart, heartfelt, and a little nerdy—perfect for fans who can’t stop thinking after the screen fades to black.

After the Frame Podcast is a tv podcast hosted by Matthew Alden, Malik Moss-Solomon, with 36 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Matthew Alden, Malik Moss-Solomon hosts After the Frame Podcast, a tv show with 36 episodes published.

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  Episode #36

  A Brand New Day & A Casting Nightmare

  Aug 9, 20261h 22mS1

  This week on After the Frame , we swing into the next chapter of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man before stepping directly into one of the most dangerous debates in comic-book movie history. We begin with our review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day , a grounded, street-level reset that gives Peter Parker’s emotional journey room to breathe. We break down the fresh direction, striking comic-book style, carefully timed humor, and how the movie builds on the consequences of No Way Home without feeling trapped by the past. We also discuss the expanded cast, the new character dynamics, and why this feels like the confident beginning of a new era for Spider-Man. Then we turn our attention to the casting choices that still leave Marvel and DC fans asking one question: What were they thinking? We count down our ten worst superhero castings, judging the biggest gaps between performer and character, not simply the weakest acting. Some were damaged by bad scripts, some fundamentally misunderstood the role, and others became distractions from the heroes and villains they were supposed to embody. One of the strongest Spider-Man movies in years, ten casting decisions we’re still arguing about, and enough comic-book hot takes to guarantee a completely calm and reasonable response online.

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  Episode #35

  Comic-Con Chaos: DC and Marvel’s Next Moves

  Aug 2, 20261h 16mS1

  This week on After the Frame, the superhero news cycle is working overtime as DC and Marvel reveal more of what’s coming next. We break down the new trailers for Lanterns and Clayface, two projects taking the DC Universe in dramatically different directions. One brings an intergalactic mythology down to Earth for a dark detective story, while the other pushes Gotham into full body-horror territory. We discuss what worked, what has us cautious, and whether DC’s willingness to jump between genres is becoming its greatest advantage. Then we swing over to Marvel for the latest on Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday. We unpack the new footage, story possibilities, character reveals, and the growing expectations surrounding Marvel’s next major crossover event. We also recap the biggest wins, surprises, and unanswered questions from DC and Marvel’s appearances at San Diego Comic-Con before closing with an Avengers: Doomsday activity that forces us to lock in our predictions before the multiverse inevitably proves us wrong. Trailers, theories, Comic-Con reactions, and enough superhero speculation to get us cooked online by opening weekend.

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  Episode #33

  They Will Kill You, Mario Galaxy, and Devil Wears Prada 2: Action, Animation, Nostalgia Done Safely!

  Jul 19, 202630 minS1

  This week on After the Frame, we’re reviewing three movies built for very different audiences: an action-heavy genre swing, a colorful Nintendo adventure, and a polished nostalgia sequel that knows exactly what fans came to see. We start with They Will Kill You, a movie with plenty of action, energy, and self-aware intent, but not nearly enough story underneath it. We break down why the set pieces work in the moment, why the lack of character development hurts, and how far action can carry a movie before the missing foundation starts to show. Then we head into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a bright, chaotic, beautifully animated kids’ movie that delivers plenty of color, characters, and Nintendo spectacle. It’s fun and it serves its audience, but we talk about why family movies can still offer more story, more emotion, and more meat on the bone. Finally, we close with The Devil Wears Prada 2, a safe but satisfying nostalgia sequel powered by Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, and the eternal truth that Stanley Tucci is all this franchise needs from its male characters. It doesn’t take many risks, but it understands the assignment and gives fans a polished return to a world they already love. Three movies, three lanes: action without enough story, animation without enough depth, and nostalgia that knows how to please.

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  Episode #32

  Supergirl: A Star Is Born, But the Movie Doesn’t Fully Fly

  Jul 12, 20261h 40mS1

  This week on After the Frame, we dive into Supergirl, the latest chapter in the new DCU and a movie that leaves us feeling mixed, but still hopeful for the character’s future. Milly Alcock is the clear win here, bringing a messy, damaged, party-girl-with-a-heart-of-gold energy that makes Kara feel distinct from Superman while still fitting into the larger DC world. Her scenes with David Corenswet only reinforce how much potential this version of Supergirl has, and David Krumholtz delivers one of the movie’s strongest emotional moments. But the movie around Alcock doesn’t always rise to her level. We break down the bland screenplay, the forgettable villain, the underwhelming use of Lobo, and why the sidekick dynamic distracts from the character we actually came to see. We also talk about the space setting, the third-act song choice, and why this feels like a noticeable drop-off from Superman without being a full-on disaster. The good news? The foundation works. Alcock feels like Supergirl. Now the DCU just needs to give her a sharper story, stronger supporting pieces, and the confidence to let Kara fully take flight.

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  Episode #30

  Masters of the Universe, Toy Story 5, and Scary Movie – Camp, Comfort, and Comedy That Misses

  Jun 28, 202650 minS1

  This episode on After the Frame, we’re covering three very different franchise swings: a campy fantasy reboot, a surprisingly purposeful Pixar sequel, and a spoof comedy trying to recapture old magic. We start with Masters of the Universe, a messy but entertaining adventure that leans into the camp, delivers some impressive practical character work, and somehow gives us a pretty strong Jared Leto Skeletor. It’s overlong and uneven, but there’s enough weird fantasy fun here to make the ride worthwhile. Then we jump into Toy Story 5, a late Disney/Pixar sequel that actually clears the most important bar: it feels like it exists for a reason. With strong animation, familiar voice work, and a modern story about screens, childhood, and connection, this one proves there’s still some heart left in the toy box. Finally, we dig into Scary Movie, a franchise return that reminds us how hard good parody actually is. We talk about why the early entries worked, why this one feels like it stops dead for references, and how spoof comedy falls apart when the jokes become the whole movie instead of serving the story. Three franchise plays, three different outcomes: one campy surprise, one heartfelt sequel, and one comedy that needed sharper knives.

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