It's the Pictures

Boston Online Film Critic Members Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss the latest news in the world of film.

It's the Pictures is a tv podcast hosted by Max Covill and Evan Crean, with 218 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.

Max Covill and Evan Crean hosts It's the Pictures, a tv show with 218 episodes published.

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  Talking Batman: The Animated Series with Daniel Dockery | It's the Pictures 226

  Aug 3, 20261h 30m

  This week Max and Evan are joined by author Daniel Dockery to discuss his upcoming Batman: The Animated Series novel, I Am The Knight. They start with the news about the Warner Brothers and Paramount merger, and the implications of studio mergers in Hollywood. The future of Hollywood and film diversity is also discussed, along with Marvel news and horror movie trailers. The episode concludes with a transition to the featured topic: Batman the Animated Series. The conversation delves into the impact of Batman: The Animated Series, the genesis of 'I Am the Night,' character redefinition and evolution, and the villains of the series. It explores the lasting influence of the animated series on popular culture and the redefinition of iconic characters. The conversation delves into the exploration of Batman's higher purpose and the impact of his destiny, comparing storytelling devices and the enduring legacy of Batman: The Animated Series. It also discusses the artistry and technique of animation, the timeless appeal of Batman: The Animated Series, and the evolution of the animation industry. Stay tuned afterwards for a discussion on the new Jackie Chan 4K Boxset from Arrow and a review of the Apple TV+ movie, The Dink. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Movie Theater Weekend and Animated Series Discussion 01:49 Introduction of Guest and Book Discussion 02:59 Impact of Batman the Animated Series 04:35 Discussion on Warner Brothers and Paramount Merger 05:21 Implications of Studio Mergers 06:22 The Future of Hollywood and Film Diversity 06:27 Discussion on Black Panther and Marvel News 11:26 Horror Movie Trailers and Batman Animated Series Memories 23:28 Transition to Featured Topic: Batman the Animated Series 28:06 The Impact of Batman: The Animated Series 30:23 The Genesis of 'I Am the Night' 48:12 Character Redefinition and Evolution 53:12 The Villains of Batman: The Animated Series 58:45 Exploring Batman's Higher Purpose 59:36 The Impact of Batman's Destiny 01:00:49 Comparing Storytelling Devices 01:04:36 The Enduring Legacy of Batman: The Animated Series 01:05:08 The Artistry and Technique of Animation 01:08:25 The Timeless Appeal of Batman: The Animated Series 01:10:07 The Evolution of Animation Industry 01:12:49 The Influence of Batman: The Animated Series 01:19:55 The Impact of Jackie Chan's Work 01:24:26 Exploring Dinosaur Movies 01:26:58 The Comedy of The Dink

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  Remembering Jurassic Park's Sam Neill | It's the Pictures 225

  Jul 21, 20261h 17m

  The episode begins with a discussion about the late Sam Neill. Max Covill and Evan Crean also discuss the impact of streaming services on physical media and the film industry. They provide updates on the summer movie game and share their thoughts on recent movie releases. The conversation covers the life and career of Sam Neill, focusing on his notable roles in films like Jurassic Park, The Hunt for Red October, and In the Mouth of Madness. It also delves into his later work in movies like The Hunt for the Wilderpeople and TV shows like Peaky Blinders. The hosts also share their recent movie viewings and thoughts on the Odyssey, with a focus on the film's themes, performances, and production. Takeaways Sam Neill's passing is a significant loss to the film industry. The impact of streaming services on physical media and the film industry is a topic of concern. Sam Neill's impact as an actor spans across various genres and time periods. His ability to portray complex characters and his enduring presence in the film industry are noteworthy. Sam Neill movie recommendations Thoughts on Jurassic World Dominion Insights on the Odyssey film Chapters 00:00 Remembering Sam Neill 21:37 Summer Movie Game Update 20:53 Impact of Streaming Services 27:01 Remembering Sam Neill 28:38 Early Career and Jurassic Park 32:34 The Hunt for Red October and Other Films 46:23 In the Mouth of Madness and Later Work 57:59 Sam Neill and Movie Recommendations 58:50 Discussion on the Odyssey 01:01:56 Recent Movie Viewings 01:10:15 Exploring the Themes of the Odyssey 01:13:02 Film Production and Performances 01:27:51 Upcoming Film Festivals and Concluding Remarks

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  Hi I'm Johnny Knoxville, Welcome To Jackass | It's the Pictures 223

  Jun 23, 20261h 22m

  Max and Evan discuss the four theatrical films of the Jackass franchise ahead of the series finale, Jackass: Best and Last. First they discuss Google investing in film studio A24 and give an update on the Summer Box Office Game. Then the guys talk about the four Jackass movies. Stay tuned afterwards for a discussion on Toy Story 5 and the original Cape Fear movie.

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  Strange Encounters Spielberg with Andrew Liptak | It's the Pictures 222

  Jun 10, 20261h 24m

  Max and Evan of It's the Pictures are joined by journalist and newsletter writer, Andrew Liptak. Liptak runs the successful newsletter Transfer Orbit on Science-Fiction / Fantasy novels. The three men discuss Steven Spielberg and his many alien movies including Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T., War of the Worlds, and Disclosure Day.

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  No Grogu, Only Pedro | It's the Pictures 221

  May 26, 20261h 4m

  Max and Evan begin with a discussion of the Cannes Film Festival, Matt Damon's role in The Daniels' project, and the surprising box office performance of a horror movie. The transition to discussing Pedro Pascal's career leads to a review of his role in The Mandalorian and The Last of Us, as well as a review of Fantastic Four: First Steps. Pedro Pascal's rise to fame, versatility, and compelling performances are highlighted as key takeaways from the conversation. The conversation delves into Pedro Pascal's diverse roles, showcasing his range as an actor. Stay tuned for what we've been watching as Evan discusses the new Apple TV+ series, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed and Widow's Bay. Takeaways Pedro Pascal's rise to fame was marked by his role in Game of Thrones and later in The Mandalorian, showcasing his versatility and talent as an actor. Pascal's portrayal of Joel in The Last of Us and Reed Richards in Fantastic Four: First Steps further solidified his status as a versatile and compelling actor. Pedro Pascal's diverse roles showcase his range as an actor

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