184 - Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

In this action-packed episode of Reel Comic Heroes, the hosts dust off their dual pistols and dive headfirst into the early 2001 adventure phenomenon that was Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, starring Angelina Jolie. Based on the wildly popular video game series, this film promised to bring one of gaming's most iconic characters to life — but did it live up to the hype?

Join us as we explore the film's ambitious blend of myth, mysticism, and globe-trotting action, discuss Jolie's star-making turn as the fearless archaeologist, and debate whether the movie's flashy stunts and early CGI hold up today.

Grab your map, load your gear, and get ready for an expedition through ancient tombs, British manor intrigue, and the relic-hunting nostalgia of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider!

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183 - From Hell

In this episode of Reel Comic Heroes, we descend into the fog-drenched streets of Victorian London to unravel the grim mystery of From Hell, the 2001 adaptation of Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell's seminal graphic novel.

Johnny Depp stars as opium-addled Inspector Frederick Abberline, tasked with hunting down the elusive Jack the Ripper.

Grab your clairvoyant visions, pour yourself a Victorian absinthe cocktail, and join us as we investigate From Hell — before Jack returns for seconds.

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182 - Ghost World

In this episode of Reel Comic Heroes, we step into the offbeat, sardonic world of Terry Zwigoff's Ghost World (2001), adapted from Daniel Clowes' cult graphic novel. We follow the misadventures of Enid and Rebecca, two recent high school graduates navigating the uncertain summer before adulthood, drifting between cynicism, friendship, and the awkwardness of growing up.

We dig into the film's unique blend of dry humor and melancholy, the pitch-perfect performances by Thora Birch, Scarlett Johansson, and a career-defining turn from Steve Buscemi, as well as how the movie translates Clowes' indie comic sensibilities onto the screen. Along the way, we explore the themes of alienation, authenticity, and the strange comedy of human connection.

Whether you're a longtime fan of indie comics, or just discovering why Ghost World continues to resonate over 20 years later, this episode is a deep dive into one of the most unconventional comic book adaptations ever made.

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Niall McGowan - BatMinute
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