Share
))
HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
…
continue reading
Manage episode 521205760 series 3590873
Content provided by Aaron Davies. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Aaron Davies or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.
Summary
Aaron and Brash explore the themes of leadership and integrity through the lens of the film John Carter. They discuss the film's failure at the box office, community insights, and the visual spectacle it offers. The conversation delves into character dynamics, the role of female representation, and the overarching influence of the Therns in the narrative. Ultimately, the hosts reflect on the lessons learned from failure and the importance of empowerment in leadership.
Theme Arc: Failure Isn't Final - What can we learn from the films that flopped at the Box Office?
Takeaways
- True leadership is rooted in integrity, not dominance.
- Failure can teach valuable lessons about ourselves.
- Community insights reveal mixed feelings about John Carter.
- Visual spectacle enhances the storytelling experience.
- Historical context adds depth to the narrative.
- Marketing missteps contributed to the film's failure.
- Character dynamics reveal deeper themes of power.
- Empowerment is a key aspect of effective leadership.
- Female representation in film is crucial for storytelling.
- The Therns represent a larger commentary on control and power.
Keywords
John Carter, leadership, integrity, failure, film analysis, community insights, character dynamics, visual effects, marketing, empowerment
Contact Us:
Website: https://www.fandomportalspodcast.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FandomPortals
Instagram: instagram.com/fandomportals/?locale=en
Threads: threads.net/@fandomportals
Email: [email protected]
Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/fandomportals
Chapters
1. New Theme: Failure Isn’t Final (00:00:00)
2. Why John Carter And Why It Flopped (00:01:36)
3. Plot, Worldbuilding, And Source Roots (00:03:16)
4. Marketing Missteps And Disney’s Gamble (00:06:35)
5. Casting, Dialogue, And Tone Problems (00:09:50)
6. Leadership: Integrity Versus Dominance (00:13:25)
7. Dejah Thoris, Tars Tarkas, And Change (00:18:05)
8. The Therns’ Motives And Missed Villains (00:22:40)
9. Pacing, Info Dumps, And TV Potential (00:26:12)
10. Reframing John Carter’s Role (00:29:30)
11. Ratings, Community Takes, And Wrap (00:33:10)
63 episodes
