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Remakes Reboots & Revivals

Rolando Nieves, Nicole Pometti & Eddie Z

Discover the truth behind Hollywood’s obsession with remaking, rebooting, and reviving old movies and TV shows with ’Remakes Reboots & Revivals,’ hosted by Rolando Nieves, Nicole Pometti, and Eddie Z, two queer Latine filmmakers & educators one lovable geek. Each episode, they explore the history and production values of different franchises, compare and contrast the old and the new, and critique creative decisions made in the latest reproductions. Find out whether these new versions of old media

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01:19:34

Scream - Just how big is Woodsboro?

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2022/01/21

1996's "Scream" changed horror films when it premiered and ushered in a new era of slasher flicks. But what made "Scream" stand out from all the copycats? This week, Rolando and Nicole reminisce about their memories of this franchise and what makes this film so memorable. Then they focus their attention on the latest entry of the Scream franchise, "Scream (2022)." Confusing title aside, the new film introduces to a new world where Neve Campbell's Sidney Prescott is no longer the center of attention

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01:08:03

Harry Potter ”Return to Hogwarts” - This is OUR magic...

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2022/01/13

In 2001 "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" kickstarted one of the biggest franchises in cinematic history. Now, 20 years later, Warner Brothers hosted a reunion special for the actors and creatives of the Harry Potter films exclusively for HBO Max. Fans devoured. Naturally, Nicole and Rolando jumped on the chance to dish their thoughts on Harry Potter and all that goes with it. What did they think? Tune in to find out! FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun

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01:15:28

The Matrix & Matrix Resurrections - It’s certainly no...

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2022/01/06

This week Rolando and Nicole revisit the 1999 blockbuster, The Matrix. They discuss its legacy and how it ranks among other films of its year as well as other action movies. What happened to this series? Nicole argues its bad sequels is what led it to near-obscurity. Rolando thinks it was the pressures of being "ground-breaking." What do you think? Then, they go into The Matrix Resurrections. Put simply by Rolando: "What is happening? I'm lost." Does the revival help the series or is it another

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36:24

Best of Film and TV in 2021 - The 3rd Annual Remakes,...

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2022/01/03

Nicole and Rolando wish our listeners a very Happy New Year, looking forward to a great 2022 because we NEED it!! Before we do that, we want to look back at 2021, a year filled with so many remade, rebooted and revived properties. Since Nicole and Rolando covered so many of them, they decided to once again continue the tradition and award the Best and Worst of Film and TV in Remakes, Reboots and Revivals! Take a listen! FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun

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01:34:11

Nightmare Alley - Are tarot cards Blasphemous?

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2021/12/30

There are some who say that "Nightmare Alley" is cursed. The author of the novel tragically ended his own life. The 1947 film flopped when it came out. And so did Guillermo Del Toro's 2021 film. What nightmarish content exists within those pages and films? What taboo subject matter has caused audiences to turn their backs on the films? Step right up and see for yourself as Nicole and Rolando take you down Nightmare Alley!! FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun

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27:27

Christmas Covers Revisited! A Holiday Minisode

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2021/12/23

We are well into the holiday season and this year Rolando and Nicole are celebrating with Eddie Z to discuss Christmas music covers- again! That’s right, we are revisiting an old episode of ours! Rolando admits how much he dislike Christmas music in general while the other Nicoles rant and rave their passion for SOME Christmas songs, and we get to hear Eddie’s take on a Christmas classic. Listen and enjoy! Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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02:10:59

West Side Story - Who knew the fresh take for this...

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2021/12/16

Tonight, tonight won't be just any night... And that's because we'll be covering the hotly anticipated, critically lauded remake, "West Side Story." Directed by Steven Spielberg, the film offers a fresh update on the 1961 film beloved by Rolando, Nicole and Eddie. This episode is a long one. And we cover a lot. Film history. Brown face. And Spielberg's deliberate choice to omit subtitles. How do the two films handle the story of Maria and Tony? And how do the musical numbers compare? Listen to find

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01:08:14

Dexter & Dexter: New Blood - Justice for LaGuerta....

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2021/12/09

This week, Rolando pops off on his love-hate relationship with Showtime's series, "Dexter." Nicole plays devil's advocate for some of the decisions made on the show's initial 8-season run. What was the appeal of this series? And why was the series finale hated by so many? Then, the two discuss the new Showtime revival, "Dexter: New Blood." The series seems to be on a course to correct the sins of the past. But will it fall into the same tropes that made the original show so cringey? Listen to find

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01:06:15

Cowboy Bebop - A one minute beat off

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2021/12/02

Well howdy, Space Cowboy! This week let's take a trip to the distant future where our Earth has been trashed and the planets and moons have been colonized. 1998's "Cowboy Bebop" introduced us to a galaxy with space travel, criminal syndicates, and bounty hunters. The show gave us the suave Spike and his partner, Jet, as the two travel planet to moon collecting bounties on their ship, Bebop. What is it about this simple premise that makes this show revered? And how does it hold up over 23 years

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01:08:31

Ghostbusters: Afterlife - I see the wizard behind the...

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2021/11/24

This week, Nicole and Rolando revisit a franchise they covered years ago, "Ghostbusters." This time, they discuss 2021's "Ghostbusters: Afterlife." Does the film right the wrongs of the past? Is the sentimentality found in this film exploitative or authentic? Can it be both? Listen to find out. Listen to our original Ghostbusters episode, "Ghostbusters - Devoted fanbase." LINK FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. Listen to all the

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01:04:55

Home Alone & Home Sweet Home Alone - We just got...

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2021/11/18

Christmas-time is here. And that means it's time to see criminals get brutally assaulted by mischievous children. Isn't that what the holidays are all about? This week, Nicole and Rolando discuss the 1990 classic, "Home Alone." What makes this movie so special to millennials? And should it be considered a Christmas movie? Then they turn their attention to the latest offering from Disney Plus, "Home Sweet Home Alone." This time we get to know the would-be burglars. Does it change the formula enough

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01:12:54

The Wonder Years - The State of Network TV

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2021/11/11

Apparently, Nicole and Rolando thought that the ABC's 1988 family show, "The Wonder Years" was actually filmed in the 60's. Was it impressive filmmaking or just the folly of youth? This week, the two discuss the popularity of the show and its handling of adolescence. Are Kevin and Winnie #couplesgoals? And was the show better when it handled real life issues and not just relationship drama? Then, they turn their attentions to the 2021 reboot, "The Wonder Years" on ABC. Same time period but a new

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58:10

Chucky - Are we ready for Chucky, the gay icon?

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2021/11/04

It's finally happened. Something Rolando and Nicole covered on the podcast has since gotten a remake or revival. This week they turn their attentions to Child's Play and the Chucky saga. The two spoke about the original 1988 film in July 2019. The Chucky character, created by Don Mancini has a long history on the big screen and can now be found on the small screen in the new USA & SyFy series, "Chucky." And, this time Chucky is protecting (or grooming) a gay teenager in Hackensack, NJ. And Rolando

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01:20:20

Dune - How You Dune?

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2021/10/28

This week, Nicole and Rolando cover the two film adaptations of Frank Herbert's "Dune." First they discuss the 1984 classic (?) by David Lynch. How did he end up as the director of this film and why was it considered a flop? Then, we discuss Denis Villeneuve's adaptation. Slightly longer than David Lynch's film, this film splits the source material into two parts. Was it a smart choice? Listen to find out. FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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58:51

Under Wraps - I Can‘t Wait For The Next DCOM Remake

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2021/10/21

1997's "Under Wraps" was Disney Channels first officially branded Disney Channel Original Movie. And to celebrate the milestone, Disney Channel remade it. What changed? Hardly anything. And Rolando and Nicole can't wait to complain. Did you watch either Under Wraps? What was your favorite DCOM growing up? Be sure to let us know. FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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52:49

The Haunted Mansion and Muppets Haunted Mansion -...

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2021/10/14

Do you believe in ghosts? Are you afraid of ghosts? Or, more importantly, is The Haunted Mansion in your top 5 favorite Disney park rides? Nicole and Rolando get into the spooky season by dishing the tea on the 2003 flop "The Haunted Mansion", and comparing it to the latest Disney Plus original "Muppets Haunted Mansion". They also chat ghosts, disney parks and pirates. Tune in! FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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01:20:40

The Sopranos / The Many Saints of Newark - Hey, New...

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2021/10/07

Nicole and Rolando are from New Jersey, so naturally they're HUGE fans of the HBO Classic Tv Series "The Sopranos". Or are they? And, naturally, since they are from NJ and Nicole is half Italian, they also LOVED the film "The Many Saints of Newark". Or did they? Hey gabagool, listen to this episode with your goomah, and hear what Nicole and Rolando thought, then share your thoughts with us! Listen now! FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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01:36:44

Scenes from a Marriage - Where Was Oscar Issac‘s...

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2021/09/30

Marriage: blessing or curse? This week, Nicole and Rolando discuss Ingmar Bergman's "Scenes from a Marriage," a 1973 Swedish mini-series that showed audiences the dissolution of a "successful" marriage. The series would go on to be blamed for Europe's then-rising divorce rates. The series broke new ground in its often raw depiction of a failing marriage. Does it glamorize divorce or show the brutality of "love." Then, they turn their attentions to HBO's remake, "Scenes of Marriage," starring Jessica

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01:19:28

She/He‘s All That - Happy Birthday, F. Scott Fitzgerald

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2021/09/23

1999 was quite a year for teen movies: Cruel Intentions. 10 Things I Hate About You. Drive Me Crazy. Jawbreaker. And of course, "She's All That" starring Freddie Prinze, Jr. and Rachel Leigh Cook. The Pygmalion adaptation focuses on high school teens who fall in love in the midst of a cruel bet. And Rolando was surprised how dark the film could be at times. Was high school ever really this mean? Then, flash forward to 2021 when Netflix dropped "He's All That," a retelling of the beloved teen movie

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01:38:32

Cinderella - Love is Hard Work

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2021/09/16

Rolando and Nicole are back! And to kick things off this week it's all about a tale that dates back thousands of years: Cinderella. What is the common thread between this fantasy tale throughout the wide range of cultures the story is found? Then, Nicole, Rolando and Eddie Z share their favorite on-screen adaptations of the beloved fairy tale before diving deep in Amazon's 2021 "Cinderella," starring Camilla Cabello, Idina Menzel, and Billy Porter. Does the new film bring anything new to the

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