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The Chatter After

The Chatter After

By: Brandon Alvarado and Mike Thomas
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The Chatter After is where we chat, argue, and wax poetic about the things we love about all things in film. From the brilliance of The Godfather to the endearing fantasy of Avatar: The Last Airbender, we discuss everything in the film and television space from a place of love. Movie experts Michael Thomas and Brandon Alvarado discuss the joys of film in the biweekly review show The Chatter After. Watch us on YouTube: The Chatter After: https://youtube.com/@TheChatterAfter The Amateur Otaku: https://youtube.com/TheAmateurOtakuBrandon Alvarado and Mike Thomas Art
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  • The Ultimate Action Movie Sequel Draft!
    Aug 25 2025

    We’re drafting the greatest action movie sequels of all time. From Terminator 2 to The Dark Knight to old-school classics, we’re building the ultimate action movie binge lineup. Who drafted the best team of sequels? You decide!👉 Drop your picks in the comments and let us know who won the draft.
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Take 42 - Did James Gunn Just Save the DCU? SUPERMAN Is the New Punk Rock
    Jul 16 2025

    James Gunn’s Superman has finally hit theaters, and we’ve got a LOT to say. In this full spoiler review, we break down David Corenswet’s debut as the Man of Steel, the biggest surprises, the DCU connections, and that wild ending. Did Gunn nail the tone? Is the reboot off to a strong start? Let’s talk performances, cameos, and what this all means for the future of DC.

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • The Evolution of Superman On Screen: What Defines the Perfect Superman?
    Jul 8 2025

    From Christopher Reeve’s iconic charm to David Corenswet’s promising debut, Superman has evolved—sometimes soaring, sometimes stumbling. In this deep-dive video essay, we break down how every modern live-action Superman has captured (or missed) the core of Clark Kent’s legacy.

    💥 What we cover:

    • Why Christopher Reeve’s Superman still defines the role

    • How Brandon Routh’s return struggled with nostalgia and misfires

    • What Henry Cavill’s Superman got visually right—but emotionally wrong

    • Why David Corenswet’s new Superman might finally strike the perfect balance

    • The impact of supporting characters, comic book faithfulness, and thematic weight

    • How James Gunn’s Superman (2025) echoes Superman vs. The Elite and explores Superman's role in today’s political and moral discourse

    Whether you're Team Reeve, rooting for Routh, or cautiously optimistic about Corenswet, this is the Superman conversation you’ve been waiting for.

    📅 James Gunn's Superman hits theaters on July 11, 2025—but the legacy is already being rewritten.

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    Nate: https://linktr.ee/nateknowsmovies


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    1 hr and 28 mins
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