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Close Up

Thought Plane Media

We get Close Up on a variety of entertainment-- including film, television, and comics. For substantive reviews, history, trivia, lists, and debates.

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97:44

James Gunn's DC Slate Gives Us Hope for the Future

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2023/02/22

The DCU has gone off without a hitch thus far. But James Gunn still felt the need to reboot it (note the sarcasm)! Ryan and Joe break down Gunn's upcoming slate, share our concerns, and fanboy over the things we like.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872

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88:50

Lamenting the Death of the Streaming Wars

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2023/02/15

The so-called "Streaming Wars" are dying. Help us pre-emptively mourn their loss, and figure out where they went wrong on this episode of Close Up (which isn't so morbid as I make it sound)!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph

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78:50

Oscars 2023 Picks and Predictions

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2023/02/08

Ryan and Joe break down the Oscars 2023 nominations, pick their favourites, and offer their predictions for what'll actually win the trophy! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up

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98:59

Zack Snyder's DCEU Trilogy Makes Its Heroes Larger...

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2023/02/01

Zack Snyder's DC films are some of the genre's most all-time controversial. But we're here to give them their due! 'Cause they might be flawed, but they get too much right to be dismissed offhand.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by

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79:45

Spider-Man 3 and TASM Are Better Than You Think (In...

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2023/01/26

We've heard scathing criticisms of Spider-Man 3 and The Amazing Spider-Man since their release. And we're sick of it. Hear why you ought to re-visit these films with fresh eyes, on this episode of Close Up.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872

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100:44

The Last of Us 2 Is a Disrespectful Masterpiece

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2023/01/19

The Last of Us is one of the most beloved video games of all time. That's why Ryan and I only spend 20 minutes on it, and fight about its sequel for the rest. Enjoy! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan

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93:10

The Whale and Babylon Are Saved By Their Actors

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2023/01/11

Is The Whale a suitable come-back role for Brendan Fraser? Is the hate around Babylon fair or overblown? Find out on this episode of Close Up!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose

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87:09

Ryan and Joe's Top 10 Entertainment of 2022

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2023/01/04

Ryan and Joe reveal their lists for the Top 10 entertainment of 2022 (movies, TV, and games combined). Join us for a celebration of last year's best on this episode of Close Up!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan

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64:23

The Way of Water Is Pretty But Dumb (Spoiler Review)

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2022/12/28

Ryan and Joe return to the world of Pandora to experience James Cameron's epic sci-fi technological masterpiece. But are the pretty pictures enough to mask its other glaring flaws? Find out on this episode of Close Up!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872

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84:27

Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (December 2022)

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2022/12/21

Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: The Last of Us 2, Don't Worry Darling, Batman stuff, and Doctor Who.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph

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72:30

Star Wars Fans Don't Deserve Andor

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2022/12/14

Star Wars fans rejoice, for Andor is the best franchise installment since 1980! Too bad not many of you watched it. Your loss, we say. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover

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72:21

God of War Ragnarok + Glass Onion Are Incredible Sequels

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2022/12/07

Ryan FINALLY got to play Ragnarok, and Joe watched Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. Listen to us share our passionate takes on these franchise entries with one another! Can we convince each other to try 'em out? Or you?FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872

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72:56

Kevin Conroy Was Our Hero (Tribute)

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2022/11/30

Kevin Conroy touched our lives in a way few other celebrities accomplished. We celebrate his life in this special tribute episode of Close Up.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose

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66:06

Tales of the Jedi Converts Us Into Separatists

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2022/11/23

Tales of the Jedi stirred our Star Wars-loving hearts! Half the series wowed us, while the other half left us... lukewarm.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

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92:49

Wakanda Forever Impresses + Marvel Phase 4 Rankings

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2022/11/16

Black Panther 2 impressed us... mostly. Joe especially had some bones to pick though. Later: Ryan and Joe rank Marvel's downward spiral-- er, we mean Phase 4!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up

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63:11

The Close Up Civil War (AKA House of the Dragon Review)

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2022/11/10

Ryan and Joe argue about House of the Dragon for an hour... and review it. Can Close Up recover from this gruesome civil war? Remains to be seen.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by

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60:19

Werewolf By Night and Black Adam Delight Us Comic...

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2022/11/04

Ryan and Joe review Werewolf By Night, and Black Adam. Neither blew us away. Both left us excited for the future of comic book movies.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin

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70:32

Ryan Explains Halo to Someone Who's Never Played Halo

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2022/10/28

Joe's never played Halo. Can Ryan convince him to give the series a try? We'll tell you up front: Joe's arbitrary brand loyalties, and general snobbishness make Ryan's job harder than usual.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan

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77:28

Fragile Man-babies Bash on She-Hulk (Review)

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2022/10/19

Stop me if you've heard this one: She-Hulk is a bad show. We're not hiding that we didn't like it. But stick around to hear some defenses of the series as well. That I'm sure you didn't expect!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan

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73:52

The One That'll Get Us Cancelled

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2022/10/15

Ryan and Joe question why artists bother to create in this era of cancel culture (corporate and public). We've got strong opinions, as ever. So buckle in for Close Up's most controversial episode yet!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and

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