Welcome to another exciting episode of the Vaguely Nerdy Podcast! This week, Cheryl and Jae take us on a cinematic journey with their review of "A Quiet Place: Day One." The spotlight is on Lupita Nyong'o, who had to overcome her fear of cats to play her role in this thrilling movie. Lupita's dedication to her craft shines through as she even went through cat therapy and now owns a cat!
But that's not all. The episode is packed with the latest news from the Marvel and DC universes. Kevin Feige has confirmed that the Fantastic Four reboot will be a period piece set in the sixties, but in an alternate universe. Fans are buzzing with excitement as this brings a fresh twist to the beloved franchise. Cheryl and Jae dissect the details and speculate on what this means for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Switching gears to DC, we get a glimpse of the new Superman film directed by James Gunn. The film stars David Corenswet and Edi Gathegi, and yes, Superman will don the iconic red undies! The hosts also delve into the upcoming Green Lantern series, which promises to be a superhero show with a True Detective vibe, featuring both Jon Stewart and Hal Jordan.
The trailer park segment is a treat for movie buffs as Cheryl and Jae review the latest trailers. From the dark and spooky "Nosferatu" starring Bill Skarsgård to the Christmas-themed "Red One" with The Rock and Chris Evans, there's something for everyone. They also discuss the teaser for "Deadpool and Wolverine," which promises a hilarious and action-packed reunion.
In the Buncha Crunch segment, the hosts pay tribute to the late Bill Cobbs, a prolific actor with a career spanning over 50 years. They also touch on Scarlett Johansson's excitement for her role in the upcoming Jurassic Park film and Letitia Wright's tease about Black Panther 3.
All before getting into the movie review of the week, 'A Quiet Place: Day One'.
This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions and information, perfect for movie enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. So, grab your popcorn and tune in to the Vaguely Nerdy Podcast for your weekly dose of entertainment news and reviews!
