The Strange Harbors Podcast

We've wrapped up our recaps and discussions for the first season of Bryan Fuller's Hannibal, so it seems like the perfect place to take a one week break, and talk about a few things that are decidedly NOT Hannibal. This week, Derek, Jeff, and Amir take the opportunity to talk about some of the films and shows that they've been watching. What's worth your time? What isn't? Tune in and find out!

The first season of Hannibal ends with a bang as we discuss what's to be done with Will Graham and the first 12 episodes as a whole. With Will on the hook for Abigail's grisly fate at the end of the last episode, the show pulls the rug out and deploys a fascinating reversal of roles. What did we think of "Savoureux?" Tune in and find out.

Shocker after shocker as Hannibal barrels towards its first season endgame. The final two episodes before the finale, Join Derek, Jeff, and Amir as they discuss the developments of "Rôti" and "Relevés."Abigail Hobbs takes center stage once again as Will Graham continues to spiral out of control. What did we think of Hannibal's wicked actions this week? Tune in and find out!

As we enter the final stretch of episodes of Hannibal's first season, we have two quieter, table-setting episodes in "Trou Normand" and "Buffet Froid." Will Graham spirals out of control, as Hannibal begins plotting his endgame for the season. Abigail Hobbs returns, and a new character, Georgia Madchen, enters the game. What did we think of these two episodes? Tune in and find out!

As we pass the midpoint of Hannibal's first season, we get two fun, action-packed episodes focused mostly on our favorite cannibal serial killer, Dr. Lecter. In this latest episode of The Hannibal Files, Derek, Jeff, and Amir discuss some fascinating production notes, the introduction of some great characters, and the themes of friendship.

This week, Hannibal makes the leap from good television to must-see classic as we discuss episodes 5 and 6 of the show's first season, titled "Coquilles" and "Entrée," respectively. We talk about another disposable killer-of-the-week episode elevated by some beautiful thematic work, plus the big turning point of the season. What did Derek, Jeff, and Amir think of the episodes? Tune in and find out!

Continuing our journey with Bryan Fuller's Hannibal, now streaming on Netflix, we discuss episodes 3 and 4 of the first season, titled Potage and Oeuf. Following two appetizer courses, Hannibal throws us right into the deep end. Tune in as Derek, Amir, and Jeff dive deep into Hannibal's main course - the introduction of key player Abigail Hobbs, and the theme of family.

Our journey through Bryan Fuller's Hannibal starts here! Whether you're a new fan tuning in on Netflix, or a diehard veteran revisiting the series, this is the perfect place to get your fix of Hannibal discussions. This week, join Amir, Derek, and Jeff as they talk about the first two episodes of the first season, titled "Apéritif" and "Amuse Bouche." This is a spoiler filled discussion, so if you have not seen the first two episodes, please do so. Bon Appétit.

Before we get into the nitty gritty with Bryan Fuller's Hannibal television series, we talk about Jonathan Demme's indelible 1991 film, The Silence of the Lambs. A dark horse horror film that unexpectedly swept the Oscars that year, The Silence of the Lambs is a classic that is undeniable with its influence. 29 years later, how does it hold up? And how does it compare to NBC's television series? Join us as we explore the film's themes, performances, and legacy.

As we start The Strange Harbors Podcast's third season, we're returning to our roots of a series-centric format. What started with HBO's Watchmen now continues with NBC's Hannibal - welcome to The Hannibal Files: A Strange Harbors Podcast. Join us on a dark new journey as we dive deep into the mythology of Hannibal Lecter, Will Graham, and Bryan Fuller’s gross and gorgeous world adapted from the Thomas Harris novels. This is a short announcement episode, with a little more information of how our new season of episodes will progress. Hope you'll join us!

In these unprecedented times, as we face the worst pandemic in over a century, the bedrock of our society is shifting beneath our feet. COVID-19 has had a substantial impact on the film industry, mirroring its impact on all the arts. Across the world and to varying degrees, cinemas and movie theaters have been closed, festivals have been cancelled or postponed, and film releases have been moved to future dates or delayed indefinitely. Join us as we discuss how the industry has been coping, and how this crisis has accelerated a reckoning that has been a long time coming.

Wub-a-lub-a-dub-dub! This week, we continue our journey with the works of Dan Harmon as we discuss his animated series on Adult Swim with Justin Roiland, Rick and Morty. Join us and our portal gun and dive deep into the dark recesses of this sci-fi comedy gem - from its stellar voice cast to its troubled fans, there's a lot to dissect. SPOILERS!

This week, we're talking about the hit Chris Hemsworth action film on Netflix, Extraction. How did we like the latest Russo Brothers produced movie? And what is the state of the modern action movie? Join us as we dive into the worlds of John Wick, Mission: Impossible, The Raid, and other action classics. SPOILERS!

This week, The Strange Harbors Podcast is taking a look at one of our favorite television series of the last decade: the clever, genre-bending comedy that is NBC's Community. From its troubled production, to its behind-the-scenes-drama, to fan-favorite moments, join us as we discuss it all in our Spanish class study group. As with all of our TV and film episodes, SPOILERS!

Over the course of two decades, TV as a medium has evolved a tremendous amount. With the advent of "Peak TV," quality programming is around every corner. This week, we're taking a look at the past twenty years, exploring individual episodes of television that we think have had the most impact. From Lost to Battlestar Galactica, from Doctor Who to Bojack Horseman, we're counting down some of our favorites.

This week, the Strange Harbors Podcast tackles the concept of cinematic universes. What makes them tick? What makes them fail? Take a listen as we discuss all things Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and shared universes.

This week, we're discussing one of Jeff's favorite horror films of all time, Ari Aster's 2018 shocker, Hereditary. With demonic possessions, pagan rituals, and gnarly decapitations, how does it fare with Derek and Amir? Find out by listening below. SPOILERS

After a brief two week hiatus, we're back with a new episode! Things have gone a little crazy out there as everyone self-isolates due to COVID-19, so this week, we're giving a little update on our lives and how we're handling everything in this new era of coronavirus, plus a little insight into what we've been watching in terms of film and television. Listen as we cover some new releases, as well as some oldies that you might have forgotten.

This week, as we all practice some social distancing due to the coronavirus outbreak, we're talking about Alex Garland's new television miniseries, Devs. Listen as Jeff, Derek, and Amir discuss this new sci-fi mind-bender, using our very rudimentary knowledge of quantum mechanics. Does Garland's latest live up to the lofty standards of Ex Machina and Annihilation? Tune in and find out! As usual, SPOILERS!

This week, we're diving right into Leigh Whannell's sci-fi horror film, The Invisible Man. Does it succeed in marrying a timely and relevant exploration of abuse and gaslighting with a modern incarnation of the classic Universal monster? Join Jeff, Derek, and Amir as they discuss the film. As with all of our other film episodes, SPOILERS!

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In our inaugural television episode, Jeff, Derek, and Amir discuss the new CBS All Access web series, Star Trek: Picard. How does it stack up against the Trek of yore? Against The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, or Enterprise? How about its sister series, Discovery? Find out in this episode as the conversation revolves around the science fiction myth-making of Star Trek in general and its many incarnations over the years.Just like our film episodes, there are SPOILERS ahead. This is for the first five episodes of Star Trek: Picard.

This week, we're talking about the eighth installment of the DC Extended Universe: Birds of Prey. Jeff returns from vacation to talk about his thoughts on the Oscars, and we give a rundown of the latest DC Comics superhero film. How does Birds of Prey rank within the DC pantheon of films? Find out, as we discuss this fun and colorful, female-led action film.As usual, SPOILERS AHEAD for this film.

The 92nd Academy Awards was a historic night full of firsts, with none being bigger than Parasite's win for Best Picture. Not only was Parasite the first film from South Korea to be nominated and win in Best International Film, it was the first international film to ever win Best Picture. Join us as we break down all the highs and lows from the award ceremony and listen to us as we gush over our favorite movies and actors/actresses from this past year in film.

To celebrate the upcoming Academy Awards, we decide to take a deeper look at Martin Scorsese's 2006 Best Picture winner, The Departed, along with the film that inspired it, Infernal Affairs. Within the episode, we'll be discussing what's great about each film, which film we prefer, and hopefully some fun facts about this thrilling crime story. As usual with our film episodes, SPOILERS AHEAD.

For our second episode, we're taking a deeper look at English director Sam Mendes' single-take World War I film, 1917. Listen as we fawn over its spectacular technical achievements and debate its emotional resonance. Shot by legendary Director of Photography Roger Deakins, 1917 is a wartime spectacle unlike any other. Tune in and find out what we thought of this Oscars frontrunner. We will, of course, be discussing SPOILERS for this film.

Welcome to the series premiere of The Strange Harbors Podcast, formerly known as The "Who Watches the Watchmen?" Podcast! With the announcement that HBO's Watchmen will most likely not see a second season, we've decided to change directions for our program. The Strange Harbors Podcast will be a pop culture show, covering mostly film and television. Join Derek, Jeff, and Amir for the first episode, titled "What We're Watching," an icebreaker premiere that gives a little insight as to what films and shows we've been consuming lately.What's mentioned in this episode: The CW's Crisis on Infinite Earths Crossover, HBO's His Dark Materials, Bad Boys For Life, Midsommar, HBO's The Outsider, Apple TV's Servant, The Sixth Sense, Bombshell, Netflix's The Witcher, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

Happy New Year from all of us at The "Who Watches the Watchmen?" Podcast. We hope everyone had a great holiday season! As you all might know, the future of HBO's Watchmen is uncertain at this point; therefore, we are going to be taking the podcast in a new direction. This is a special announcement for our retitled show: The Strange Harbors Podcast. Join us next week for the first episode of our new broadcast. Thanks for listening!

In the final episode of the year, we take a look at the long road to the first season finale of HBO's Watchmen. With special guest Amir Touray, we discuss the themes, the story, and the meta-commentary surrounding Damon Lindelof's vision. Stay tuned for an announcement in January regarding a new direction for the show. As always, thanks for listening and happy holidays! If you have any questions, comments, or corrections, email us at [email protected]. You can also join our Facebook group to interact with us, read interesting articles, or voice your opinions.

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Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

Supplemental material:Peteypedia - Official Supplemental Material by HBO

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This is the final prologue episode of the "Who Watches the Watchmen?" podcast, hosted by Derek Wong and Jeff Zhang. What is discussed in this week's episode may ultimately not bear any weight on the new HBO series but we found it important to explore Zack Snyder's attempt at adapting the graphic novel. We dive into the works and credits of Zack Snyder and then we explore his 2009 movie, Watchmen.

This is the second prologue episode of the "Who Watches the Watchmen?" podcast, hosted by Derek Wong and Jeff Zhang. This episode serves as a primer on Alan Moore, diving into his body of work and his influence on the comics and popular culture zeitgeist. Also, we provide a general overview of the original graphic novel and analyze its themes and importance.

This is the first prologue episode of the "Who Watches the Watchmen?" podcast, hosted by Derek Wong and Jeff Zhang. With three weeks to go before its first episode, we wanted to get situated with our first prologue episode, one in which we discuss the creator behind the show - Damon Lindelof - and our own expectations for the series. Before we dive into the world of the graphic novel in next week's episode, join us as we talk about creators, casting, Mystery Boxes, and trailers.