The classic animated series from Nickelodeon, AVATAR The Last Airbender, is on Netflix and available for a whole new generation of kids to experience. Our Brew & Ink Crew is joined by a teen that’s seen it for the first time (special guest Micah), along with adults that watched back when it aired or saw it recently for the first time. We go through Season 1 episode by episode, giving thoughts as writers and fans. SPOILER FILLED!
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What is the background of the Nickelodeon series, Avatar the Last Airbender?
Why was it so popular when it came out?
How has it remained so popular?
The Brew & Ink Crew look at the writing and structure of the show.
The Crew look at their favorite episodes of season 1.
Now that Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is out on Disney plus, the Brew & Ink crew sat down and discussed the movie from a writer’s perspective. Enjoy this SPOILER FILLED Review!
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What did the Brew & Ink Crew like about The Rise of Skywalker?
What did they NOT like?
What can we learn as writers from the movie?
How does this fit or not fit in the Star Wars universe?
Part 2! Toss a coin to this great review of Episodes 5 – 8 of the popular streaming show The Witcher on Netflix. With insights by two authors, enjoy this great episode!
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What did Britt think about the Witcher’s voice?
What were the strengths and weaknesses of the last episodes?
How did the characters change over the course of the show?
What bothered Steven and Britt about the development over the episodes?
Did the show end well?
What did Steven and Britt think about the show overall?
Based on books and very popular video games, the Witcher was adapted into a TV show and hit Netflix running. It’s become one of the most streamed show ever, and Steven Faletti and MB Mooney give their writers’ perspective on the first four episodes.
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How did the Witcher series compare to the books?
How did the Witcher series compare to the video games?
Steven and Britt give their thoughts on the first four episodes.
What did they like?
What didn’t they like?
Britt talks about how the show utilizes “show don’t tell” well.
The end of the first season! Check in with Britt Mooney and Steven Faletti and hear the thoughts of two authors regarding the amazing Star Wars show, Mandalorian. Did it end well? What were the plot holes? What were the critiques? What was awesome? Listen and let us know your thoughts on the Mandalorian. Spoilers ahead!
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After two filler episodes, or the equivalent, how did the show get back to the main story?
How well did episode 7 set up the ending?
What did episode 7 do well and what lacked in the writing?
What did episode 8 do well and what lacked in its writing?
How well did episode 8 wrap up the first season?
What can we look forward to in season 2?
Britt and Steven summarize the overall impact and value of the season.
The Mandalorian. Disney+ brings us the first live-action Star Wars series, and it has been worth the wait. Steven Faletti and Britt Mooney give thoughts and insights on the first two episodes. Check it out and let us know what you think about the show in the comments!
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What is so great about Disney+?
What is the future for Netflix and other streaming services?
Britt and Steven go through episode 1 highlights.
Britt and Steven talk about the writing of episode 1.
Britt and Steven go through episode 2 highlights and discuss the writing.
