Masters of the Universe: have Mattel hit another home run?

About this episode

The episode reviews 'Masters of the Universe' with guest Chris Stanley, discussing its characters, direction, and overall impact on audiences.

We have the POWER on Popcorn Podcast reviewing Masters of the Universe with Special guest, YouTuber Chris Stanley. Starring Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Jared Leto and Idris Elba, Mattel's latest big-screen adventure is nothing short of fantastical. From discussing the "muscles on muscles" of He-Man to the immersive and impressive in-camera craft of director Travis Knight and his crew, Tim and Chris travel to Eternia to dive headfirst in this highly anticipated summer blockbuster. Does it live up to the expectations of fans? Does the world building establish a world audiences will connect with? Does the comedy stick the landing? All this and so much more in an episode you don't want to miss. More Popcorn: Barbenheimer is finally here and entertainment reporter Justin Hill travelling to Barbieland to discuss Greta Gerwig's Barbie Masters of the Universe director Travis Knight on practical filmmaking and working with Queen guitarist Brian May 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  popcornpodcast.com  for movie reviews, celebrity…

People in this episode

Hosts: Leigh Livingstone, Tim Iffland

Guest: Chris Stanley

Topics covered

• film review
• Masters of the Universe
• interview
• blockbuster
• world building
• comedy

Keywords

• Masters of the Universe
• film review
• Travis Knight
• blockbuster
• Chris Stanley
• He-Man
• world building
• comedy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mattel, Acast

Books & works: Masters of the Universe, Barbie

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