ViralCast: Changes to “Prometheus” and “The Amazing Spider-Man” Dan Koelsch, November 19, 2012November 19, 2012 This summer, two big blockbuster movies were released that disappointed many movie fans. I’m talking about Prometheus and The Amazing Spider-Man. If you’re one of those people, then you may be interested to know that both of these films got some major changes from their respective studios that might explain their flaws. After the break, Caleb and I talk about these changes in our latest podcast. Listen in, but beware of major spoilers. Ridley Scott’s Prometheus, from 20th Century Fox, was originally intended to be a direct prequel to Alien. Jon Spaihts wrote the screenplay, titled “Alien: Engineers”. Damon Lindelof was brought in to do a major rewrite, with one of his first drafts being titled “Alien: Paradise”. We eventually got Prometheus, which has much less direct ties to the Alien franchise. The Amazing Spider-Man from Columbia Pictures also saw some changes, but this time after/during production. It seems that a major subplot about Peter Parker’s parents and his source of power was cut out. In our podcast, we discuss both of these occurrences and why they might have happened. Is this an upcoming trend? Listen below or download here. [audio:https://movieviral.com/music/podcast/PrometheusCast.mp3] Relevant Links: – i09 article on Prometheus – “Alien: Engineers” screenplay (Jon Spaihts) – “Alien: Paradise” screenplay (Damon Lindelof) – Badass Digest article on The Amazing Spider-Man Podcasts PodcastsPrometheusThe Amazing Spider-ManViralCast
ViralCast #2: Flashback Series October 19, 2009October 27, 2009 In just our second podcast ever, originally recorded on February 26th and aired in two installments, I talk to former forum member Corey about much of the film news at the time, including some of the viral campaigns that were picking up. We at MovieViral had finally learned of the… Read More
Roundtable With “Fright Night” Director Craig Gillespie and Suspected Vampire Colin Farrell August 19, 2011March 18, 2012 Fright Night director Chris Gillespie has experienced the highs and the lows while sitting on the chair. While his Lars and the Real Girl was well received by critics, Mr. Woodcock wasn’t so lucky. Back by a strong cast, this contemporary re-imagining of the 80s cult classic may just pave… Read More
ViralCast #4: Flashback Series November 2, 2009December 6, 2009 In our fourth ViralCast episode, originally posted on March 17th of this year, Ian and I talk about the latest film news and the updates to the website itself. In our ViralCast Flashback Series, we will be bringing you the first 12 podcasts we produced before we joined iTunes. You’ll… Read More