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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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152:07

Reviewing OUR 3 Short Films of 2023 (Featuring Justin...

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2023/11/08

Ryan, Joe, and Justin (in his Close Up debut) break down their 3 short films of 2023: A Blue Star Apart, Crying Over Milk, and Battle 4 Blood. Plus Behind-the-Scenes stories! 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

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91:00

AI Will Irrevocably Change the Film Industry (Debate)

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2023/10/31

Ryan and Joe debate the use of Artificial Intelligence softwares in the film industry. Will the machines take the jobs of artists, and turn entertainment into a cookie-cutter enterprise? Or will the technologies usher in a new era for creativity?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

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81:57

Killers of the Flower Moon + The Creator Reviews

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2023/10/25

Ryan and Joe watched different movies this week. Oops. Joe's fault. But that won't stop them from giving their thoughts! This episode: Ryan reviews Killers of the Flower Moon, and Joe discusses The Creator.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

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138:26

Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (October 2023)

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2023/10/18

Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: Wolf 359, Interstellar, Silver Age comic books, and The Witcher 3FACEBOOK: 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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103:46

Ahsoka Is Good Star Wars Yet Subpar TV

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2023/10/11

Ahsoka was meant to "save the Star Wars franchise", but did it? And could it? Short answer: no, but we still had a good time.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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75:01

The Signs and Symptoms of Ageing Media Franchises

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2023/10/04

Franchise entertainment dominates our media landscape. But the longer-running the property, the more problems said property faces throughout its lifetime. Ryan and Joe break down these problems and discuss the franchises which weathered them for better or worse.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

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100:22

The Clone Wars Safely Taught Us The Horrors of War

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2023/09/27

Star Wars: The Clone Wars was an integral part of our childhoods. And with the new Ahsoka show, streaming now, we want to revisit the series for a good ole nostalgia trip. If YOU don't have nostalgia for Clone Wars... we pity you. But we hope you'll enjoy this episode anyway.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

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97:30

Defending the Star Wars Sequels (In Defense)

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2023/09/13

Ryan and Joe needed a challenge. So they decided to take a big swing: defend one of their least favourite trilogies... for fun. Can we defend Star Wars 7-9 without being TOO passive aggressive? Find out on this episode of Close Up! 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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91:33

Ryan and Joe's Top 10 Film Franchises (List)

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2023/09/06

Ryan and Joe count down their Top 10 film franchises. There were definitely some upsets! Find out what we chose 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 Up

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79:13

Captain America | The First Avenger vs Winter Soldier...

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2023/08/30

The Captain America trilogy is arguably Marvel's most solid. Ryan and Joe debate which entry reigns supreme (spoilers: it isn't Civil War). Hear our arguments 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

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67:01

Blue Beetle Is Simple In All the Best Ways

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2023/08/23

Blue Beetle comes in at the tail end of DC's failed cinematic universe. But is it worth your time? 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 Up

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77:17

Henry Cavill Deserved Better Than The Witcher S3

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2023/08/16

The Witcher S3 is definitely a step down from prior seasons. And Henry Cavill's departure looms large over the show. But is it still worth your time? 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

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63:43

Secret Invasion Should Have Been a Slam Dunk

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2023/08/09

Were any of you actually excited for Secret Invasion? We kinda were. But the series failed to live up to its potential. It's not all bad though. Listen to us discuss the show 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

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86:51

The Hollywood Film Industry Created Its Own Downfall

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2023/08/02

Hollywood is in a tailspin. Its actors and writers are on strike, public goodwill towards its films have eroded, and its revenue streams are in disarray. Ryan and Joe break down the causes of this chaos and offer their solutions, 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

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94:33

Oppenheimer is Nolan's Latest Masterpiece

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2023/07/26

Oppenheimer blew us away! Leave it to Christopher Nolan to craft the most epic biopic we've ever seen... Hear our thoughts about it on this episode of Close Up.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=1645086679872https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose

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169:29

Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (July 2023)

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2023/07/19

Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: Mission Impossible 7, Barry, Better Call Saul S6, and Jedi: Survivor.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=1645086679872https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover

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106:06

A Brief History of the Action Film Genre

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2023/07/11

The Hollywood action film shocked and awed audiences for the past 100 years. It still does... sometimes. How does old action stack up to new? And how did it evolve over the decades? Find out on this episode of Close Up!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=1645086679872https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded

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96:54

Indiana Jones 5 Doesn't Actually Suck

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2023/07/05

Indiana Jones 5 wasn't the disappointment we thought it'd be! Mind you, it still wasn't great, but we'll take it. Listen ahead for our thoughts on the film.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=1645086679872https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up

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112:09

A Celebration of Indiana Jones (1-4)

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2023/06/28

Indiana Jones inspired us as children. And, now that we're adults, we can appreciate these films for their artistic merit! Join us as we celebrate the Indiana Jones franchise before Dial of Destiny.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=1645086679872https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and

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81:41

The Flash Doesn't Live Up To Its Potential

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2023/06/21

The Flash was mired in controversy before it even released. But was it worth the delays, bad press, and Ezra Miller? Find out in this week's episode!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=1645086679872https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art

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