In this week's Queer Cinema Catchup, Allison and Joe are joined by the wonderful Tyler from Locked Off Logic podcast to discuss season 1 of the Amazon Prime series Fallout. Each describes their relationship to the Fallout video game on which the series is based and together break down the intricate storylines of the show's main characters, Lucy, the Ghoul, and Maximus. They also share their thoughts on what to expect from the highly anticipated Season 2, complete with potential plot directions and character developments.

00:00 The Fallout Time Warp

00:33 Welcome to the Podcast

00:48 Diving into Fallout Season One

01:38 Media & Video Games

02:20 The Last of Us Connection

02:49 Fallout: A Deep Dive into the Game

04:46 The Fallout World Explained

09:32 Character Breakdown: Lucy, Cooper/The Ghoul, and Maximus

12:31 The Moral Dilemmas of Fallout

23:47 The Raiders and the Brotherhood of Steel

27:04 Real-World Parallels

41:23 The Preppers' Perspective

44:06 Survivalists and Vaults: A Catch-22

45:34 The Internet and Anonymity

46:26 Character Archetypes in Fallout

50:31 Season Two Speculations

52:18 Video Game Adaptations: The Good and the Bad

56:06 The Last of Us: A Deeper Dive

58:18 Companions in Fallout

01:11:42 Media Recommendations and Queer Representation

01:24:12 Casting the Queer Cinema Catchup Movie

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On this week's Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison are once again joined by the excellent Nick and Joseph of Fish Jelly to delve into another Tennessee Williams' adaptation. This time it's the 1964 film 'The Night of the Iguana' directed by John Huston and starring Richard Burton, Ava Gardner, Deborah Kerr, and Sue Lyon. Together explore the complex themes of desire, spirituality, and salvation and share their thoughts on the performances, particularly praising Ava Gardner and Deborah Kerr, while critiquing some of the casting choices. They also touch on the queer subtext, Tennessee Williams’ broader oeuvre, and how the film compares to other adaptations of his works. Closing thoughts include reflections on what could be improved and the lasting impact of the film.

00:14 Introducing the Movie: The Night of the Iguana

00:45 Plot Summary and Key Characters

02:13 Initial Reactions and Movie Context

04:38 In-depth Analysis and Comparisons

07:03 Character Dynamics and Performances

11:26 Symbolism and Themes

17:03 Production Insights and Behind the Scenes

36:39 Maxine's Jealousy and Misunderstandings

37:22 Hannah's True Motives

38:05 Shannon's Realism and Hustling

38:33 Philosophical Reflections

40:16 Maxine's Confrontation with Miss Judith

40:47 Miss Judith's Obsession with Charlotte

46:19 Hannah's Love Experiences

48:44 The Iguana and Symbolism

52:00 Differences Between the Play and the Movie

54:38 Queer Themes and Interpretations

57:26 Tennessee Williams' Legacy

01:11:49 Behind the Scenes Drama

01:12:39 Dysentery and Filming Anecdotes

01:13:49 Emily Dickinson's Poem and Its Interpretation

01:15:13 Themes of Death and Connection

01:16:33 Reception and Oscar Nominations

01:21:41 Potential for Remakes and Character Analysis

01:29:39 Final Thoughts and Ratings

01:32:08 Upcoming Reviews and Recommendations

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On this week's Queer Cinema Catchup, Allison and Joe interview writer and co-executive producer Andrea Ciannavei about the new Netflix's military comedy drama Boots starring Miles Heizer and based on the memoir The Pink Marine by Greg Cope White.

00:27 The Journey of 'Boots' from Memoir to TV Show

02:48 The Impact of the Writer and Actors' Strikes on Production

04:19 The Collaborative Nature of TV

06:56 The Writer's Room

13:41 Exploring Themes of Otherness and Belonging

30:52 Navigating the Tone of the Show

31:42 Character Development and Humanization

32:16 Creating an Ensemble Cast

33:50 Audience Empathy and Character Arcs

38:03 The Role of Themes in Storytelling

40:08 The Role of Editing in Storytelling

42:49 Complexity of Military Life and Character Building

53:26 Shoutout to the Writers and Crew

56:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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