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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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81:26

Close Up Radiant 100th Episode Retrospective | Close...

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2024/04/03

NOTE: This track has been updated to fix an audio issue from the first releaseJoin Ryan and Joe while they recount the highs and lows of Close Up's first 100 episodes! Hear behind-the-scenes accounts of the podcast's origin, and growing pains-- also discussions of the podcast's future.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA

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130:39

In Defense of the Star Wars Prequels | Close Up E99

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2024/03/27

The Star Wars prequels have been unfairly hated for the last 25 years. Ryan and Joe unabashedly love these films and are sick of the slander. Because the Prequels are some of the most inventive and imaginative films ever made. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlane TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872

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113:04

Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (March 2024) | Close Up E98

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2024/03/20

Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: Yellowstone, The Flash, Quentin Tarantino films, Oscar movies, and Heat. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph

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73:29

Dune Part 2 Will Be Remembered Alongside The Great...

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2024/03/13

Dune Part 2 is an exceptional piece of cinema, which somehow succeeds its first instalment! This is a film which MUST be seen in the biggest available formats. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited

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70:53

On The Challenges Faced By Adaptations | Close Up E96

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2024/03/06

Adaptations are consistently tricky. How do you translate a story from one medium to another? And what pitfalls do creatives face in the switch? Ryan and Joe discuss these issues on this episode of Close Up! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en

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76:57

Avatar The Last Airbender (Netflix) Satisfied Us More...

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2024/02/28

Avatar: The Last Airbender is a solid fantasy series on Netflix. Just don't compare it too much with the original. Then its flaws grow more apparent. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph

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58:40

Ryan Explains Sons of Anarchy to Someone Who's Never...

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2024/02/20

Joe has never watched Sons of Anarchy. Can Ryan convince you or him to give it a try? Find out on this week's Close Up. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by

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78:56

Celebrating Love | Our Favourite Couples In Fiction |...

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2024/02/14

Ryan and Joe count down their favourite couples in fiction! Joe goes a bit overboard but, then again, he loves love. And Ryan hates Valentine's Day. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph

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74:26

Marvel Comics Battle Royale (Marvel Heroes) | Close...

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2024/02/07

Ryan and Joe perform a fantasy league draft of Marvel heroes, then pit them head to head in a grand improvised battle. It's the old school yard discussion: "Who would win in a fight?" except it's two grown nerds who want to entertain you. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlane TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872

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75:00

Oscars 2024 Picks and Predictions

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2024/01/31

Ryan and Joe break down the Oscars 2024 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 Morin Close Up

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85:37

Superman The Movie vs Man of Steel Debate

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2024/01/24

Christopher Reeve vs Henry Cavill; Richard Donner vs Zack Snyder; Superman vs The Man of Steel! Which film captures the character best, or provides the most interesting perspective on the Man of Tomorrow? Ryan and Joe debate the question on this week's Close Up. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA

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161:57

Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (January 2024) | Close...

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2024/01/18

Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: The Wolf of Wall Street, DC Comic Books, Superman: The Movie, and The Simpsons FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited

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53:30

The Iron Claw Is One of the Saddest Movies Ever

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2024/01/10

Neither Ryan nor Joe care about professional wrestling. But The Iron Claw is incredible nonetheless! This is one of the most tragic stories we've ever seen. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by

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112:40

Ryan and Joe's Top 10 Entertainment of 2023

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2024/01/03

Ryan and Joe reveal their lists for the Top 10 entertainment of 2023 (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=100085031226698 TIKTOK: 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=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and

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124:02

Ryan and Joe's Top 10 TV Shows (List)

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2023/12/20

Ryan and Joe count down their Top 10 TV shows. Find out what we chose on this episode of Close Up! And remember: the list is subjective, and has no bearing on the quality of these shows compared to... say, Breaking Bad or The Wire.

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58:49

Theatres Bravely Stand Against The Tide of Streaming...

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2023/12/13

Movie theatres were long since predicted to be obsolete-- especially in the age of streaming. Yet they hold strong. Is it because they're the most ideal way to view movies, or are they just a remnant of a declining tradition?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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74:34

Joe Finally Watches Invincible Season 1

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2023/12/06

Ryan once tried to explain Invincible to Joe. His explanation proved enticing! Joe finally watched Invincible, but what did he think? Find out on this episode of Close Up! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan

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79:12

Napoleon Makes Little Impression

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2023/11/30

Napoleon is one of history's most grand and controversial figures. Did Ridley Scott's new film live up to that legacy? Find out on this week's 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

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75:59

Joe Explains Doctor Who to Someone Who Has Never...

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2023/11/22

Ryan has never watched Doctor Who. Can Joe convince you or him to give it a try? Find out on this week's 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 Up cover art by Justin

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82:30

Loki S2 Is Marvelous (Review)

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2023/11/15

Loki season 2 is the best Marvel product we've seen in years! It's genuine quality television. See? We're not just blind haters.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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