Superhero Cinephiles

Perry Constantine and Derrick Ferguson (Host Emeritus)

Author and comic book fan Perry Constantine is your guide into the world of superhero film and TV! In each episode, Perry and a guest tackle a different movie or TV show and go into detail about what works and what doesn't, trying to focus on the stuff they enjoy as opposed to ranting about the stuff they hate.

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Feb 9, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
#202 – Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
Comic fan Mike Sangregorio joins the show for a fun discussion about the best of the Thor films, Thor: Ragnarok! How did this reinvent the character? What did Ragnarok do well that Love & Thunder dropped the ball on? We touch on all this and a whole lot more. Listen to Mike's appearances on Digging For Kryptonite. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Feb 2, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min
#201 – X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)
The claws are coming out this week! Marvel novelist Carrie Harris joins Perry to discuss Hugh Jackman's much maligned first solo outing as Wolverine, and there's a lot to talk about—some good (Liev Schreiber), but a lot of bad. Visit Carrie's website to learn about her books. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Jan 26, 2025 · 1 hr 58 min
#200 – Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
It's our 200th episode! And for an episode like this, we're covering a superhero movie with two titanic leads, plus two guests—Kris Ingersol and Bertrand Allain of Media/Lit! Strap in, because we're talking the multiversal madness of Deadpool & Wolverine, and all the good and some bad that comes with that. Listen to Kris and Bertrand on the Media/Lit Podcast and check them out on Bluesky, Instagram, and Twitter. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Jan 19, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Ghost Rider (2007)
Jeff Fountain of the USDN Podcast is the guest this week for a discussion of Nicolas Cage's first (completed) superhero film—2007's Ghost Rider! We discuss the film's legacy, Cage's performance, and all the ways it really missed the mark. Check out the USDN Podcast and Datfeelin Podcast Network on Facebook. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Jan 12, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Dark Avenger (1990)
Author Brad Mengel returns for a discussion of another forgotten superhero movie. This time, we discuss 1990's Dark Avenger, a fairly shoddy attempt at capitalizing on the success of Batman '89, but features a fun performance from Maggie Han and some surprise cameos from the likes of Ken Jenkins and Robert Vaughn. Visit Brad’s blog Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Jan 5, 2025 · 1 hr 36 min
Big Hero 6 (2014)
Educator and comic fan Scott Honig returns for a fun discussion about Big Hero 6! Many people may not know that this film is actually based on a lesser-known Marvel team. And even fewer know that Scott was an intern who had a hand in the publication of the first BH6 mini-series! We discuss the comic version (good and bad), how this film improved on a lot, and plenty more. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Dec 29, 2024 · 1 hr 50 min
SCP Classic – Batman Returns (1992)
Since we're still off for the holidays, it's a good chance to revisit another superhero holiday favorite—1992's Batman Returns! Relive Perry and Derrick's discussion as you get ready to ring in the new year. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Dec 22, 2024 · 1 hr 22 min
SCP Classic: The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)
We're off for the holidays, but relive 2022's Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, and Perry's discussion with filmmaker Rick Ives about the film. Visit Flashbulb Films to learn more about Rick and his work. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Dec 15, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
The Crow: Salvation (2000)
Tyler Patrick of the Krypton Report Podcast makes his debut on the show to discuss The Crow: Salvation, the third film in a series that seems cursed with mediocrity. Featuring a pre-Spider-Man Kirsten Dunst and a great performance from a then-unknown Walton Goggins. We've got some thoughts on the things this film did decently, and spots where they dropped the ball. This will be our last new episode of 2024. We'll be taking a hiatus for the holidays, and then we'll see you with new episodes in the new year. Happy holidays, however you celebrate. Listen to Tyler on the Krypton Report Podcast. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Dec 8, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Trilogy (2024)
As promised in his last appearance, Stacy Dooks has returned to discuss the Justice League: Crisis On Infinite Earths Trilogy! It didn't get a whole lot of positive reviews, and there's reason for that. But some interesting things to look at in this anyway, and how it connects to the previous DC animated universe. Listen to Stacy on The Fanboy Power Hour podcast Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Dec 1, 2024 · 1 hr 18 min
The Dark Knight (2008)
We finally got here after almost 200 episodes—The Dark Knight. Considered by many to be the greatest superhero movie ever made, including the first Oscar-winning performance in a superhero film. So how does it hold up? Regular guest Derick McDuff returns to help Perry answer that question as they reflect on this film and its legacy. Listen to Derick on the Underrated and Infinity Stones and Dragon Bones podcasts. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Nov 24, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
Superman: Unbound (2013)
In a first for his appearances on this show, Superman podcaster Anthony Desiato is here to actually talk about a Superman movie! We're talking Superman: Unbound, the animated adaptation of the Superman: Brainiac story. We discuss the odd title, our feelings on this story and its source material, and the depiction of Supergirl. Listen to Anthony’s podcasts and check out his documentaries by visiting Flat Squirrel Productions. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Nov 17, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Venom (2018)
After a long absense, Professor Sy Islam is back. This time, we break from the MCU and look at the Sony Spidey-adjacent universe and arguably the most successful film in that series, 2018's Venom! We talk about the character's history, how this movie turned out better than anyone expected, and a lot more. Pick up a copy of Leaders Assemble! Leadership in the MCU and follow Sy on Bluesky. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Nov 11, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Hancock (2008)
Returning guests Nic and Dani Baldwin are back for a discussion of Will Smith and Charlize Theron's first brusth with superhero cinema—2008's mostly forgotten Hancock. What looked like a fun parody of the superhero concept ended up becoming something far more generic, and we'll break down the good and bad of it all. Listen to Nic and Dani on the In Love With Movies podcast. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram | Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Nov 11, 2024 · 42 min
An Important Message
In light of the recent election, I have some thoughts I'd like to share.
Nov 3, 2024 · 1 hr 11 min
The Marvels (2023)
We're back! Apologies for the long delay, but new episodes are ready to go. In this episode, Alex Marcus of The Pop Break returns to discuss The Marvels, the MCU's unfairly maligned follow-up to Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel. We go through what we loved about it, the places where it fell short, and what we think it might mean for the future of the MCU. Listen to Alex on The Pop Break podcasts. And follow him on Bluesky and Letterboxd. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | Instagram |Contact If you want some great superhero fiction, you can get two free superhero novels and one free short story by clicking here.
Oct 27, 2024 · 1 hr 57 min
SCP Classic – Joker (2019)
Joker: Folie à Deux debuted to poor reviews and a disappointing box office reception. But the original is still an interesting film in its own right. So stay home from the theater, and listen back to Perry and Derrick's discussion of Joker. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook Bluesky Threads Instagram Contact
Oct 23, 2024 · 1 hr 19 min
SCP Classic – The Batman (2022)
The Penguin has debuted on Max to rave reviews, so this is a good time to look back at the movie that preceeded it—2021’s The Batman. Listen back to Perry’s discussion with John Bracich about this film. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook Bluesky Threads Instagram Contact
Oct 13, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
SCP Classic – Superhero Politics
It's election season! In honor of the increasingly politicized environment, this is a good chance to revisit Perry's discussion of superheroes and politics with superhero author and political scientist, Van Allen Plexico! Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook Bluesky Threads Instagram Contact Superhero Cinephiles is produced with the support of Zencastr. If you’re interested in starting a podcast of your own, Zencastr provides a whole host of features at no cost, with optional features available for those on a budget. Start your own podcast today with Zencastr!
Oct 6, 2024 · 1 hr 53 min
SCP Classic – The Crow (1994)
Recently, the remake/re-adaptation of The Crow was released to a negative reception. So we'll use this as an opportunity to revisit one of the earliest episodes when Perry and Derrick discussed the original 1994 version of The Crow. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show. You can also apply to be a guest on the show. Facebook Bluesky Threads Instagram Contact Superhero Cinephiles is produced with the support of Zencastr. If you’re interested in starting a podcast of your own, Zencastr provides a whole host of features at no cost, with optional features available for those on a budget. Start your own podcast today with Zencastr!