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Travis Knight discusses his new film Masters of the Universe and his approach to practical filmmaking.

Academy award nominated filmmaker Travis Knight is on Popcorn Podcast to talk his new blockbuster fantasy epic, Masters of the Universe. Travis Knight has a history of reviving nostalgic favourites, having directed  Bumblebee , the 2018 solo film focused on the yellow-hued shapeshifting robot from the  Transformers  franchise. As a kid, his own collection of Masters of the Universe plastic heroes gave him his very first experiences crafting narratives and dramas on the floor of his bedroom; and now he is directing the first live-action adaptation of the beloved Mattel toys since 1987. In our chat, Travis talks about his very clear vision for the film he wasted no time in bringing to life, how he married practical and visual effects in the film perfectly and a story about Queen lead guitarist you have to hear to believe. More Popcorn: Popcorn Podcast chats with The Lost City directors Adam and Aaron Nee It's the blockbuster we've all been waiting for, Wonder Woman 1984 Know someone who loves movies? Please share  Popcorn Podcast  with your friends. Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air by  shouting Leigh and Tim a movie snack . Visit&nbsp…

People in this episode

Hosts: Leigh Livingstone, Tim Iffland

Guest: Travis Knight

Topics covered

• filmmaking
• interviews
• practical effects
• nostalgia
• blockbuster films

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Queen, Popcorn Podcast, Mattel

Books & works: Masters of the Universe, Bumblebee, Wonder Woman 1984

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