An Animated Discussion of Batman
Matthew Fox & Paul Hoppe discuss animated Batmans from Batman: The Animated Series to Red Son & The Lego Batman Movie on Superhero Ethics.
March 1, 2022
Matthew Fox & Paul Hoppe discuss animated Batmans from Batman: The Animated Series to Red Son & The Lego Batman Movie on Superhero Ethics.
In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ Paul Hoppe, aka ZenMadman, joins us to continue the discussion of the credits. In this minute, our top credits through the Yggdrasil constellations come to an end with the ‘THOR’ title card.
In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ we wrap up the movie proper, saying goodbye to Jane, Erik, Darcy, Thor, and Heimdall. And the credits start! Paul Hoppe, aka ZenMadman, joins us all week.
Would people see this show differently if it had a different title? What does the future hold for our (anti?)heroes? And can we now apply
Can the superiority of one martial arts school over another be determined in single combat? What can one martial artist do in the face of a World War? How does the movie Ip Man address the story of its legendary title character?
Join Paul and me as we grapple with these questions and more. In this episode, we scrutinize the depiction of martial arts in media, examine the historical significance of Ip Man himself, and discuss the ethical narratives woven throughout the film.
Paul and Ashley are back to dissect Batman Returns with me, as we navigate through the snowy streets of Gotham during Christmas. We’ll analyze the darker tones of Burton’s sequel, mull over Michelle Pfeiffer’s iconic performance as Catwoman, and debate whether Michael Keaton’s Batman still holds up as our definitive Dark Knight.
Paul Hoppe and I dive into Tim Burton and Michael Keaton’s first venture into Gotham with Batman ’89. Join us as we explore the dark and stylistic world Burton created and debate the moral complexities of Keaton’s Batman.
There is so much to unpack in this episode—yet, it’s a minefield of spoilers. Suffice to say, Paul, Ashley, and I had an incredible time
In this special episode, we honor the incomparable Betty White and the cultural touchstone that is The Golden Girls. We examine the show’s groundbreaking treatment of social issues that were ahead of its time—racism, sexism, ageism, animal rights, and sexuality—and discuss its enduring relevance in today’s society. How did Betty White and her portrayal of Rose Nylund influence viewers’ understanding of these complex topics? What can we learn from the show’s candid and compassionate approach to issues that still resonate with us?
We’re bringing our journey through The Witcher, Season 2, to a close with an in-depth look at episodes 7 and 8. Ashley Coffin and Paul Hoppe join me to unravel the season’s climactic events and the fates that befall our beloved characters in these final episodes.