(PS: I’ve decided to start naming all our episodes as though Wes Anderson were cataloging them)

I know we’ve been a bit sporadic lately, boys and girls. Apologies all around. There’s a myriad of things we could suggest that stood in the way but the reality is we do this for fun so we do it when we can. And believe me, childrens, this was a fun episode. We had a bit of a snag in how we put things together. But we overcame it and still put out a moderately well manufactured podcast that we hope you will enjoy. I’m pretty sure we talked about movies and probably some other entertaining things you’ll all share with loved ones around a cozy fire this evening. So put on your listening ears and enjoy Ron and Adam discussing topics that have been recorded and provided to you.

It's 2024 and that means it's time for some brand new tangents! First on tap is the newest frontier in personal technological exploration. Ron will be acquiring the Apple Vision Pro in its initial offering and this is a serious game changer. While acknowledging this isn’t directly movie related, it’s very much movie adjacent as this presents a potentially whole new way for people to enjoy the home cinematic experience. VR headsets have presented a different kind of way to watch movies but this is a whole new realm of possibilities. So sit down with the fellas as they discuss this latest innovation and the gateway into a realm of entirely new ways to enjoy movies on this brand new episode of Box Office Tangents.

Well hello there, Tangent fans and welcome back for another episode. If you’ve been here for this podcast but are new to the Cinemasters you’ll be getting a little history lesson this time around. Ron and Adam are going to take a stroll down memory lane and talk about Spooktaculars of years past in preparation for this upcoming spooky season. Listen in as they reminisce about each of the films they’ve picked over the years and some of the guests they’ve brought in on several episodes. So grab yourself some candy corn and a warm apple cider and get cozy for another exciting episode of Box Office Tangents.

Welcome back Tangenters to another exciting episode. This time Adam is picking up a cue Ron tossed out in the last podcast and has picked out some special moments in his movie loving timeline. Join us as we whoosh through his past and make a few stops along the way through some very special memories and unpack just how he ended up as one of our favorite Cinemasters. As we look back, take a look at your own journey of movie loving and see where you overlap and where your own time traveling differs. Either way, grab your popcorn and some plutonium for the DeLorean as we take a look back in this episode of Box Office Tangents.

Well hey there Tangent fans and welcome back to another nice, chill episode of Box Office Tangents. This week’s episode finds Ron and Adam in the lab cooking up a brand new movie game for future episodes. Ron’s using his AI buddy for a little assistance to brainstorm a fun new adventure the boys can enjoy with you all in the future. So make sure you put your own thinking caps on, grab a snack and get cozy for another delightful installment of Box Office Tangents.

Hey Hey Tangent fans and welcome back once more for another exciting installment of your favorite water cooler podcast. This week Ron and Adam are going to keep it topical and share some of their thoughts and maybe a few updates to the current WGA and SAG Aftra strikes going on in Hollywood. The Cinemasters definitely stand with the writers and actors out there in La La Land and we keep our fingers crossed for a speedy and amenable resolution to everything. So come with us as we discuss picket lines and what this all means to us for our movie going futures in another exciting episode of Box Office Tangents!

Hey there Cinemaster friends. We’d like to welcome you back for another fun filled episode of Box Office Tangents. It’s summer time and that means it’s vacation season. Ron and his family have just traveled out west for a big family trip. No, not quite Wally World via Cousin Eddie’s place. This is just a good, old fashioned trip to Tinseltown itself, Los Angeles, California. In this episode we are going to get to hear all the excellent adventures Ron and family went on for their costal excursion including Universal Studios and the house that Mickey built. So grab a hot dog and a coke, find a camping chair and we’ll get this audio slide show fired up for you on this installment of Box Office Tangents!

Gather round Cinemaster adjacent fans as it’s time for some delicious new tangents for the boys to chat about. This week’s episode features some tasty treats in continuing some of our discussion from last week about AI with a delightfully haunted tale of two Hollywood icons spending a night in a haunted hotel. After that, Ron and Adam will be covering some of their thoughts on the trajectory of the DCEU under the watchful eye of James Gunn. So find your slippers, grab a mug of cocoa and snuggle up by the fireplace for another cozy episode of Box Office Tangents!

(0:00:05) - Podcast Tangents (21 Minutes)

We kick off the show by talking about the evolution of AI and the consequences of it going wrong. We discuss Dudezy, a podcast where AI controls the show, and Will Sasso and Chad Colchin's mission to control it. We then move on to the AI dilemma, a talk by the people who created the Social Dilemma. We bring up the statistic that 50% of AI researchers believe there's a 10% or greater chance that humans go extinct from our inability to control AI. We also talk about the potential for AI to create its own version of Jurassic Park, but instead of preserving humans, it would be a park where they are extinct.

(0:20:54) - James Gunn and DC's Future (8 Minutes)

Christopher and Bobcat get some rest before heading to the library. There, they discover an ancient book that holds the secret to lifting the hotel's curse. With a determined look, the two set out to break the curse and save the day. Later that night, they perform a ridiculous yet endearing ritual, breaking the curse and bringing peace to the hotel. In the morning, they wake up to find their attorney waiting in their suite to inform them that the inheritance is theirs. We wrap up the chapter with a funny prank and celebrity impression.

(0:29:23) - DC's Future With James Gunn (6 Minutes)

We discuss the upcoming Flash movie and the DCEU, exploring the praise surrounding the movie and speculating on the possibility of the DCEU being corrected. We consider how James Gunn was assigned head of DC and the success he had with the Suicide Squad movie franchise. We reflect on John Cena's portrayal of Peacemaker and how James Gunn uses Twitter to engage with fans and critics. Finally, we contemplate what James Gunn's Superman movie will look like.

(0:35:31) - James Gunn's Role in DC Universe (12 Minutes)

We explore James Gunn's entrance into the DCEU and what it could mean for the future of the franchise. We examine the connection between Gunn's Marvel background and his new DC role, and the potential of the studio to make creative decisions in their films. We further discuss the impact of Gunn's involvement in the making of a Superman movie, and the benefits of following the right people on Twitter for up to the minute news.

(0:47:45) - Streaming Movie Release Challenges (12 Minutes)

We explore the cancellation of the Batgirl movie and how studios have to consider the financial aspect of films when making decisions. We discuss the production and advertising budgets associated with theatrical feature films, as well as the reception of films and the effect on box office success. We also look at the impact streaming services have on the success of films, and how many views equate to a ticket sale. Finally, we consider the success of Lord of the Rings and the attention span of people today.

(0:59:31) - Video Games in Film Adaptations (9 Minutes)

We take a look at the potential of films adapted from video games, examining the success of the Super Mario Brothers movie and speculating on the possibility of a Call of Duty film franchise or something similar to the Jack Ryan series. We discuss how studios can leverage the name recognition of existing properties and the appeal of video games to the next generation of moviegoers. We also consider the potential of remakes, such as a modern take on Back to the Future, and the challenge of finding actors who can replace the originals.