Remakes Reboots & Revivals
Discover the truth behind Hollywood’s obsession with remaking, rebooting, and reviving old movies and TV shows with ’Remakes Reboots & Revivals,’ hosted by Rolando Nieves, Nicole Pometti, and Eddie Z, two queer Latine filmmakers & educators one lovable geek. Each episode, they explore the history and production values of different franchises, compare and contrast the old and the new, and critique creative decisions made in the latest reproductions. Find out whether these new versions of old media properties are really needed, or just a way for Hollywood to exploit viewers’ nostalgia. ’Remakes Reboots & Revivals’ is a must-listen for anyone interested in film and television, and offers unique insights into the creative and business aspects of the entertainment industry.
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Episodes
Monday Jul 15, 2019
Monday Jul 15, 2019
It's time for another minisosde Monday. This week Nicole and Rolando breakdown the "controversy" over the casting of Halle Bailey playing Ariel in Disney's upcoming The Little Mermaid. Then we speculate wildly over our dream casting for important roles like Trident and Ursula.
Show Notes:
Titus Burgess Performs "Poor Unfortunate Souls" - LINK
Monday Jul 08, 2019
Monday Jul 08, 2019
Toxic Relationships - Child's Play
This week, Nicole and Rolando are talking toys; How they come to life and have a mind of their own, the endless sea of sequels, and fabulous voice acting. That's right - they're talking about 1988's Child Play and its 2019 counterpart. Learn about what makes the original film so scary and the behind-the-scenes drama that led to the latest remake.
Show Notes
Loopers | Chucky kills the Toy Story universe in new Child's Play posters - LINK
Open Culture | Isaac Asimov Explains His Three Laws of Robotics - LINK
Disney Channel Original Movie - Smart House Promo - LINK
Slate | The Best Part of the New Child's Play Is the Behind-the-Scenes Drama - LINK
Monday Jul 01, 2019
Monday Jul 01, 2019
It is the Monday after Pride and we were too busy celebrating to bring you a new episode. So we're bringing you a rerelease of "One Day at a Time."
If you haven't heard, after being cancelled by Netflix, One Day at a Time will return thanks to Pop! Check out the shownotes.
Summary:
“Hey, ju guys!” This week Nicole and Rolando unpack the second-wave feminism and realism of 1975’s “One Day at Time.” How does it compare to Netflix’s Latinx 2017 reboot? You’ll just have to listen, one minute at a time.
Shownotes:
'One Day at a Time' to return in 2020 (NYTimes) - https://nyti.ms/2NmUBoE
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Monday Jun 24, 2019
Monday Jun 24, 2019
The Pride celebration continues on Remakes, Reboots & Revivals. This week, Rolando and Nicole tackle one of the great late 90’s/early aughts sitcom: Will and Grace and its 2017 revival which will enter its third season this fall.
Will and Grace are two besties - but is their relationship more toxic than Karen’s blood alcohol concentration? Then, revisiting the duo in 2017 - does the show revert to its old schtick or does it become something new? And finally, Rolando and Nicole debate whether gays need a hag anymore.
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Monday Jun 17, 2019
Monday Jun 17, 2019
The Men in Black protect the Earth from the scum of the universe. But can they protect us from bad reboots? This week, Rolando and Nicole take a trip down memory lane to discuss Men and Black and Will Smith’s legacy as the king of summer blockbuster and compare the 1997 film with 2019’s Men in Black International. Can the chemistry between Tessa Thompson and Chris Hemsworth save this franchise? Listen to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
Will Smith - Men In Black (Video Version)
Men in Black - Animated Series
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Monday Jun 10, 2019
Monday Jun 10, 2019
Happy Pride from Remakes, Reboots & Revivals! This week, in honor of World Pride, Nicole and Rolando discuss the 1996 classic film, “The Birdcage,” which is a remake of 1973’s French Film, “La Cage Aux Folles.” We debate the tragedy of Michel Serrault’s performance as drag performer Albin Mougeotte, gush over Nathan Lane’s performance as Albert, and argue over the films’ sons asking his parents to hide who they are in order to win over conservatives. How do both of these films hold up in 2019 during Trump's America? Listen to find out.
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Monday Jun 03, 2019
Monday Jun 03, 2019
It's time for another Minisode Monday, your only source for Hollywood remakes, reboots or revival news. This week, Rolando discusses Netflix's "Tales of the City" and its history and importance while Nicole wonders why Hollywood is obsesses with rebooting game shows in 2019.
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Monday May 27, 2019
Monday May 27, 2019
Remakes, Reboots & Revivals is taking a trip to Agrabah in hopes of finding a magic lamp and getting three wishes. But will they get Robin Williams or Will Smith's genie? And which would they prefer?
That's right, this week we're covering Disney's animated feature Aladdin and its 2019 remake. Nicole and Rolando debate some of the original film's racial stereotypes and sexual undertones as well as compare performances between Williams and Smith. Which film leaves them feeling like they're riding a magic carpet into a whole new world? Listen to find out.
Shownotes
The Genie Has a Gripe With Disney : Movies: Robin Williams goes public with his beef with Disney over 'Aladdin' marketing and says he won't work for 'the Mouse' again. - LINK
The History of Robin Williams as the Genie - Why He Quit and How They Got Him Back - LINK
Disney’s Aladdin Is a Fake - LINK
Jessica Simpson & Nick Lachey - A Whole New World - LINK
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Monday May 20, 2019
Monday May 20, 2019
Welcome back to Minisode Mondays, where we discuss news in Remakes Reboots and Revivals! In this minisode we talk about the announcement that Robert Pattinson will be the ninth person cast as Batman! What are your thoughts? Nicole and Rolando share their thoughts, and ponder whether they should cover a batman episode, or something else entirely... tune in to find out what and be sure to vote on which they cover!
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Monday May 13, 2019
Monday May 13, 2019
It’s all about grifters, cons, and thieves on the pod. This week Nicole and Rolando take a trip to the French Riviera to visit the fabulous Beumont Sur Mer, home to many, well-established con artists and petty thieves. We discuss 1964’s forgotten “Bedtime Story” starring Marlon Brando & David Niven, 1988’s “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” starring Michael Caine and Steve Martin, and 2019's "The Hustle" with Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson. Which confidence artist did Nicole and Rolando wanna be conned by? Listen to them all to find out.
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Monday May 06, 2019
Monday May 06, 2019
Welcome back to Minisode Mondays, where we discuss news in Remakes Reboots and Revivals! In this minisode we talk about the possible revival of the TV show "Northern Exposure" (remember that?) and discuss the announcement of the one time revival of All in the Family by Jimmy Kimmel.
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Monday Apr 29, 2019
Monday Apr 29, 2019
There is a fifth dimension, beyond that which is known to man... but what man *does* know is that there was a TV show once called "The Twilight Zone" that was so good, it was revived thrice! Naturally, Nicole and Rolando enter the dimension of mind to discuss and compare the revivals and discuss the changes that didn’t work in 1985 and 2002 and what Jordan Peele does differently in the 2019 Reboot.
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