S4 EP.21 – Cameofest pt.2 – A review of Comic-Con 2024 and Deadpool and Wolverine pt.2

The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) wrap up their review of the Deadpool and Wolverine movie. Tangents include replacing Daredevil in the MCU film universe, Mystique the Politician, lazy ass Sam Jackson, and more.

Show Notes

Podcast Title: Cameofest pt.2

Episode Summary: In this week’s episode of Tangential Giants, the hosts dive into the chaotic brilliance of the new Deadpool and Wolverine movie. Picture this: Deadpool’s snark meets Wolverine’s claws in a multiverse adventure as wild as Wade Wilson’s imagination. The hosts break down the top five moments, from unexpected cameos to the ultimate sacrifice that left fans laughing and crying (depending on your constitution).

Next up, they speculate on the potential of Jennifer Garner and Channing Tatum getting their own Marvel movies. Garner as Elektra 2.0? Tatum finally stepping into the role of Gambit? The possibilities are endless, and the excitement is palpable.

The discussion then shifts to theories on how the new Captain America will perform. Will Sam Wilson soar as the new Cap, or will he face turbulence? The hosts weigh in with their predictions, backed by comic lore and fan expectations.

Finally, they tackle the controversy surrounding The Marvels and its review bombing. Is it a case of unmet expectations, or is there more to the story? The hosts dissect the reasons behind the backlash and offer their take on the film’s reception.

Tune in for a rollercoaster of emotions, sharp wit, and all the Marvel madness you can handle!

#deadpoolandwolverinemovie #captainamerica #themarvels

EP.122 – Wait, You Know Kung Fu Too? – A Review of The State of Martial Arts Films pt.2 – Tangential Giants Podcast

Kareem, Ken, Pat, and returning chaos agent JPG dive into the second half of their martial arts saga, tracing how the genre went from the clean, wide‑shot choreography of the 80s and 90s to the hyper‑edited, camera‑trick chaos that took over in the 2000s.They unpack how The Matrix rewired Hollywood’s brain, how 9‑11 reshaped action aesthetics, and how Jackie Chan’s beautifully reckless stunt work got replaced by gunkata, tactical reloads, and enough quick cuts to make a film editor sweat. Along the way, the crew debates whether modern action is evolution or just caffeine with a budget.If you enjoy martial arts history, pop culture detours, and a guest who refuses to stay on topic, this episode delivers.#tangentialgiants #martialartsmovies #actioncinema #Gunkata #jackiechan #thematrix #filmpodcast #popculturepodcast #moviediscussions