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IM2014: Rhodey, You’ve Changed.

We are required to do the research so you don’t have to about Canada’s reference in this minute. Justin Hammer’s prosecution of one Anthony Stark concludes. But not before we dive into a deleted scene with a certain agent that has yet to make his appearance in the movie. Fortunately, we get to welcome another key character of the movie with a new face: Colonel James “Rhodey” Rhodes and actor Don Cheadle. We continue to enjoy the presence of author Ryan Dalton.

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IM2013: It’s Hammer Time!

The trial of Tony Stark continues with his case for keeping the Iron Man suit as his own. And then we get perhaps the most entertaining character in the entire film: Justin Hammer portrayed by Sam Rockwell. And we’re all lucky because he wasn’t meant to be in this movie at all. Author Ryan Dalton is back to chime in on some dialogue dissection. And that dialogue is rich with daddy issues.

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IM2012: Let’s Go to a Senate Hearing!

Author Ryan Dalton joins us again as we discuss the details of local landmarks in stock footage and interesting filming locations. Gwyneth Paltrow makes her proper appearance in the movie and we do a heralded deep dive into the late actor Garry Shandling and his portrayal of Senator Stern.

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IM2011: Don’t Hand Him Things.

Warrants, writs and subpoenas open the show as author Ryan Dalton joins us for deep discussion on several celebrity cameos as Tony Stark gets a frantic POV sequence. This minute has it all: we correct a missed wardrobe error from a previous minute, discuss Audi cars and somehow mention Howard the Duck. Tony also has an interesting issue with touching certain objects.

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‘Of The Doctor’ Series

You only turn 50 once, even if you’re a Time Lord. In this episode, we say hello to an old friend, meet the 8.5th Doctor and say goodbye to Matt Smith. It’s sand shoes, catchphrases and, of course, “ALL THIRTEEN!”

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IM2010: Tony, Howard and Walt.

The Next Reel’s Andy Nelson closes out his fantastic stay with us as we discuss the far reaching influences of Disney lore and history that manifest heavily throughout this minute. It’s time to talk about John Slattery, blood toxicity and what’s actually happening with Tony’s health. And Olivia Munn as Marvel Comics character Chess Roberts makes a cameo! Who’s that? Tune in to find out!

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IM2009: Peace Through Expos.

All you ever wanted to know about world exhibitions in four minutes. And everything you wanted to know about the movie’s plot. Seriously. We take a journey back through the 1964 World’s Fair and its importance to Walt Disney and the healing of a nation. We also meet Tony’s dad. The Next Reel’s Andy Nelson is back to grace us with his knowledge and charm.

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IM2008: Humility vs. Hubris.

We hear Tony Stark’s first real words of the movie and discuss Robert Downey, Jr.’s movie role selections in between the first two Iron Man movies. We even read a letter from Tony welcoming us to the Expo. Along with us for the ride again is The Next Reel’s Andy Nelson!

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IM2007: Introducing the Ironettes.

The Next Reel’s Andy Nelson joins us again for quite the exhibition because Stark Expo gets a full introduction in minute seven. We mention a certain famous film company and marvel at one well tailored Tony Stark. And if you were wondering to learn all there is to know about Iron Man’s personal high-energy dance crew, we got you covered!

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IM2006: The Fall of Tony Stark.

First, we welcome The Next Reel’s Andy Nelson to the show to join the party! And what a party it is. It’s part one of a new series called “The history of…” where we delve into a brief synopsis of something related to the minute you had no idea we would discuss. We see our hero properly introduced into the movie with a great twist for setting up the proper opening for the movie. What does AC/DC, WKRP in Cincinnati and Pingo Doce have to do with this minute? And what do you mean this isn’t the way the movie was supposed to start? Answers await!

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