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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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53:09

Eddie Z's Pick! - Hope is a Dangerous Thing - Pet...

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2019/08/19

EDDIE Z'S PICK FOR "BEST OF SEASON ONE EPISODES": 1989's "Pet Sematary" spooked audiences and made Americans confront death, grief and necromancy. 30 years later, studios buried the film in the Micmac and brought us 2019's "Pet Sematary." So naturally, Nicole and Rolando ponder... Is sometimes, dead better? Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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01:05:49

Rolando's Pick! - The Bourgeoisie and The Rebel -...

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2019/08/12

ROLANDO'S PICK FOR "BEST OF SEASON ONE EPISODES": The 61st Annual Grammy Awards are on Sunday, so Nicole and Rolando decided to mix things up. This week we’ll be discussing music covers. Because what are music covers if not just remakes of an original song!? This week we're joined by Ryan Liatsis, guitarist for Shwizz Follow Ryan on Instagram: shwizzhimself Follow Shwizz on Instagram: shwizzband SHOW NOTES: Ryan starred in Rolando's documentary, "Used." Check out the trailer. LINK Nicole's Music

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56:36

Nicole's Pick! - Marauding Towns - The Magnificent...

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2019/08/05

NICOLE'S PICK FOR "BEST OF SEASON ONE EPISODES": It’s 7 degrees of magnificence at Remakes Reboots and Revivals! Stereotypical Mexican bandits, the bald & beautiful Brynner, and Sean Cody-like cowboys that get your girdle gooey make for two magnificent Westerns this week for Nicole and Rolando!

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11:49

Minisode Monday - Season 1 Recap

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2019/07/29

With the release of Disney's Lion King last week, Nicole and Rolando are calling it quits. For the summer at least. This week, Nicole, Rolando and Eddie discuss the things they've realized while producing "Remakes, Reboots & Revivals" for almost one year now. And, hopefully what we can expect to see in Season 2. But fret not! August will see us rebroadcasting some of our favorite episodes you may have missed. We'll be back just in time for It: Chapter II. Until then, stay unoriginal.

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58:59

Uncanny Valley - The Lion King

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2019/07/22

Can you feel the love tonight? Be prepared to hear Rolando and Nicole discuss the recent remake of the Lion King, and determine whether or not they had no worries about it. Is a shot for shot Disney remake just part of Hollywood’s new circle of profit that audiences should just come to expect? Oh, we just can't wait for you to listen and find out! Show Notes: Beyonce "Spirit" - LINK Follow Remakes, Reboots & Revivals Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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18:29

Minisode Monday : The Little Mermaid

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2019/07/15

It's time for another minisosde Monday. This week Nicole and Rolando breakdown the "controversy" over the casting of Halle Bailey playing Ariel in Disney's upcoming The Little Mermaid. Then we speculate wildly over our dream casting for important roles like Trident and Ursula. Show Notes: Titus Burgess Performs "Poor Unfortunate Souls" - LINK

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56:54

Toxic Relationships - Child's Play

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2019/07/08

Toxic Relationships - Child's Play This week, Nicole and Rolando are talking toys; How they come to life and have a mind of their own, the endless sea of sequels, and fabulous voice acting. That's right - they're talking about 1988's Child Play and its 2019 counterpart. Learn about what makes the original film so scary and the behind-the-scenes drama that led to the latest remake. Show Notes Loopers | Chucky kills the Toy Story universe in new Child's Play posters - LINK Open Culture | Isaac

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56:13

Millennials Don't Watch Multi-Camera Shows Anymore -...

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2019/07/01

It is the Monday after Pride and we were too busy celebrating to bring you a new episode. So we're bringing you a rerelease of "One Day at a Time." If you haven't heard, after being cancelled by Netflix, One Day at a Time will return thanks to Pop! Check out the shownotes. Summary: “Hey, ju guys!” This week Nicole and Rolando unpack the second-wave feminism and realism of 1975’s “One Day at Time.” How does it compare to Netflix’s Latinx 2017 reboot? You’ll just have to listen, one minute at a

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01:14:27

Do Gays Need a F*ghag? - Will and Grace

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2019/06/24

The Pride celebration continues on Remakes, Reboots & Revivals. This week, Rolando and Nicole tackle one of the great late 90’s/early aughts sitcom: Will and Grace and its 2017 revival which will enter its third season this fall. Will and Grace are two besties - but is their relationship more toxic than Karen’s blood alcohol concentration? Then, revisiting the duo in 2017 - does the show revert to its old schtick or does it become something new? And finally, Rolando and Nicole debate whether gays

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57:43

Defending the Movie! - Men in Black & Men in Black...

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2019/06/17

The Men in Black protect the Earth from the scum of the universe. But can they protect us from bad reboots? This week, Rolando and Nicole take a trip down memory lane to discuss Men and Black and Will Smith’s legacy as the king of summer blockbuster and compare the 1997 film with 2019’s Men in Black International. Can the chemistry between Tessa Thompson and Chris Hemsworth save this franchise? Listen to find out. SHOW NOTES: Will Smith - Men In Black (Video Version) Men in Black - Animated

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01:08:58

Fairydusting - La Cage Aux Folles & The Birdcage

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2019/06/10

Happy Pride from Remakes, Reboots & Revivals! This week, in honor of World Pride, Nicole and Rolando discuss the 1996 classic film, “The Birdcage,” which is a remake of 1973’s French Film, “La Cage Aux Folles.” We debate the tragedy of Michel Serrault’s performance as drag performer Albin Mougeotte, gush over Nathan Lane’s performance as Albert, and argue over the films’ sons asking his parents to hide who they are in order to win over conservatives. How do both of these films hold up in 2019 during

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18:53

Minisode Monday - Tales of the City & Rebooted Game...

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2019/06/03

It's time for another Minisode Monday, your only source for Hollywood remakes, reboots or revival news. This week, Rolando discusses Netflix's "Tales of the City" and its history and importance while Nicole wonders why Hollywood is obsesses with rebooting game shows in 2019. Follow Remakes, Reboots & Revivals Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. Facebook: facebook.com/remakesrebootsrevivals Instagram: instagram.com/remakesrebootsrevivals And we

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01:11:40

Exoticism - Aladdin

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2019/05/27

Remakes, Reboots & Revivals is taking a trip to Agrabah in hopes of finding a magic lamp and getting three wishes. But will they get Robin Williams or Will Smith's genie? And which would they prefer? That's right, this week we're covering Disney's animated feature Aladdin and its 2019 remake. Nicole and Rolando debate some of the original film's racial stereotypes and sexual undertones as well as compare performances between Williams and Smith. Which film leaves them feeling like they're riding a

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22:20

Minisode Monday - The Batman

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2019/05/20

Welcome back to Minisode Mondays, where we discuss news in Remakes Reboots and Revivals! In this minisode we talk about the announcement that Robert Pattinson will be the ninth person cast as Batman! What are your thoughts? Nicole and Rolando share their thoughts, and ponder whether they should cover a batman episode, or something else entirely... tune in to find out what and be sure to vote on which they cover! Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the

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01:07:50

Hathahate - Bedtime Story, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels...

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2019/05/13

It’s all about grifters, cons, and thieves on the pod. This week Nicole and Rolando take a trip to the French Riviera to visit the fabulous Beumont Sur Mer, home to many, well-established con artists and petty thieves. We discuss 1964’s forgotten “Bedtime Story” starring Marlon Brando & David Niven, 1988’s “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” starring Michael Caine and Steve Martin, and 2019's "The Hustle" with Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson. Which confidence artist did Nicole and Rolando wanna be conned by

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14:37

Minisode Monday - Northern Exposure & All in the Family

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2019/05/06

Welcome back to Minisode Mondays, where we discuss news in Remakes Reboots and Revivals! In this minisode we talk about the possible revival of the TV show "Northern Exposure" (remember that?) and discuss the announcement of the one time revival of All in the Family by Jimmy Kimmel. Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/remakesrebootsrevivals INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/remakesrebootsrevivals And we always want to hear

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01:24:23

The Monsters On Beale Street - The Twilight Zone

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2019/04/29

There is a fifth dimension, beyond that which is known to man... but what man *does* know is that there was a TV show once called "The Twilight Zone" that was so good, it was revived thrice! Naturally, Nicole and Rolando enter the dimension of mind to discuss and compare the revivals and discuss the changes that didn’t work in 1985 and 2002 and what Jordan Peele does differently in the 2019 Reboot. Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes

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11:47

Minisode Monday - The Addams Family

Remakes Reboots & Revivals ·

2019/04/22

Welcome back to Minisode Mondays, where we discuss news in Remakes Reboots and Revivals! In this minisode we talk about the upcoming animated version of The Addams Family, watch the new Lion King trailer and Rolando gets excited for a possible 30 Rock revival (Nicole was not excited). Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/remakesrebootsrevivals INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/remakesrebootsrevivals And we always want to

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52:28

Hope is a Dangerous Thing - Pet Sematary

Remakes Reboots & Revivals ·

2019/04/15

1989's "Pet Sematary" spooked audiences and made Americans confront death, grief and necromancy. 30 years later, studios buried the film in the Micmac and brought us 2019's "Pet Sematary." So naturally, Nicole and Rolando ponder... Is sometimes, dead better? Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/remakesrebootsrevivals INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/remakesrebootsrevivals And we always want to hear from you! Email us

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19:23

Minisode Monday - "Rumor Has It..."

Remakes Reboots & Revivals ·

2019/04/08

It's another Minisode Monday, where we discuss news and announcements in Remakes, Reboots and Revivals. This week we had so much to discuss in TV news that we just dished on rumors circulating, that we named this episode "Rumor Has It", so Jennifer Aniston fans, we are sorry but they are NOT remaking her 2005 film Rumor Has It (if you even remember that film, good for you) Show Notes Hanna Barbera Universal Ride | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjJAv5XZ2U0 Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social

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