EP 192: Masters of the Universe (2026) & Gen X Nostalgia Movies
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The episode discusses the Masters of the Universe franchise and its connection to 1980s nostalgia and themes of homoeroticism.
By the power of Grayskull, I unite fans of sword and sorcery, 1980s nostalgia, and homoerotic relationships between hero and villain because today we are discussing Masters of the Universe based on the media franchise by Mattel and the second live-action film adaptation after the 1987 film. A new live-action film was announced in 2009 by Sony Pictures Entertainment. Following multiple writer, director and casting changes, the rights were transferred to Netflix in 2022 and then bought by...
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Organizations: Mattel, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Netflix
Books & works: Masters of the Universe
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