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On a brand new episode of Script2Screen, Alan and Had tackle Walt Disney Studios' latest shifts in the distribution game within the film industry, while also discussing the changing landscape due to Covid-19 and what that might mean in the future for the Box Office, Movie Theaters, and Streaming.

Alan's Recommendation: COBRA KAI (2018)

Had's Recommendation: THE LAST DANCE (2020)

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Shocked to wake up to the news of the great Chadwick Boseman's passing, Had and Alan take to the mics and celebrate this wonderful man and actor's life as well as discuss the MCU and what that means for Wakanda! Who will take up the mantle of the Black Panther now?

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After a bit of a hiatus after the Beirut Explosion, Alan and Had return to SCRIPT2SCREEN and discuss the marvelous fan-tastic DC FANDOME event which gifted DC fans everything they've always wanted!!

Alan's Recommendation: SHAZAM (2019)

Had's Recommendation: WATCHMEN (2009)

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Alan and Had discuss and share their love of the legendary late Robin Williams.

From their favorite performances, to what makes him unique, to what roles they would have loved to see him play, this Script2Screen episode is dedicated to one of the most cherished, iconic, unforgettable actors Hollywood has ever seen. 

Alan's Recommendation: DEAD POET'S SOCIETY (1989)

Had's Recommendation: GOOD WILL HUNTING (1997)

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Alan and Had discuss and geek out over the TOP 5 HIGHEST GROSSING FILMS OF ALL TIME!

Are the five films worthy of this title? Listen to find out more!

Alan's Recommendation: AVATAR (2009)

Had's Recommendation: AVENGERS: ENDGAME (2019)

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Alan and Had discuss and geek out over one of their favorite series, COBRA KAI, which now shifts dojos to NETFLIX for its third season and hopefully beyond.

They also share their interview with DAREDEVIL actress Elodie Yung, which they held during MEFCC 2020. They talk about Elodie's casting procedure, her love of Elektra, and her athleticism for the role.

Alan's Recommendation: LOVE, VICTOR (2020)

Had's Recommendation: NETFLIX'S DAREDEVIL (2015)

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Alan and Had return after another unexpected hiatus to discuss the DCEU plans regarding the multiverse, and what that could mean for the world of DC comic book films and series.

They also discuss the rumors regarding Margot Robbie and Birds of Prey writer Christina Hodson tackling the possible reboot of Pirates of the Caribbean without the legendary Jack Sparrow.

Alan's Recommendation: THE PROMISED NEVERLAND (2019)

Had's Recommendation: INDEPENDENCE DAY (1996)

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PLEASE NOTE: AS WE CONTINUE TO FIND WAYS AROUND QUARANTINE, WE FACE SOME TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATIENCE WITH US!

After years of pushing #ReleasetheSnyderCut, fans will finally get what they have been campaigning for - but what does that mean for the film industry on a macro level?

Robert Pattinson was cast as The Batman, and though the initial reaction was more positive now things have shifted - Alan and Had comment on the current issue.

ALAN'S RECOMMENDATION: BROTHERS & SISTERS (2006)

HAD'S RECOMMENDATION: LA FAMILLE BELIER (2014)

Alan and Had return with an all new episode for the brand new season. 

They discuss the importance of communities, specifically geek culture, and why events like Comic-Con bring us all together.

In this week's Instagram Live, Alan and Had discuss two news stories (Hobbs and Shaw Sequel and The Mandalorian 80's Actors Casting), play a great game of Guess the Movie, and give their recommendations for Quarantine Watching. The episode does not end before a little Q&A from the fans!

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Listen as the amazing Elodie Yung from Netflix's Daredevil, genuine Joseph David Jones from the Arrowverse, geeky Kevin Sussman from The Big Bang Theory, cool guy Mena Massoud from Disney's Aladdin, and the legendary John Rhys-Davies from The Lord of the Rings help Alan and Had celebrate the return of SCRIPT2SCREEN on April 1st!

The moment you've all been waiting for! 

Script2Screen returns with a quick catch up episode where Alan does this solo and answers a fan question, covers the Lebanese box office, and then reviews Knives Out and Marriage Story.

The show will return properly very soon, but who said Christmas miracles can't come early?

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In this week's episode we answer our first Voice Mail Question, then Alan chats with his no longer students students, Joelle Jacklis and Omar Itani about their hopes, dreams, goals, lessons learned, and the industry as a whole.

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In this week's review Alan takes on the latest from Pixar animation, and reviews Toy Story 4!

Here is a snippet:

" TOY STORY 4, sees Woody now being in a new room, with new toys and a new kid, and follows Woody as his purpose is tested and so is his loyalty not just to his kid, but to his friends, and most importantly to himself. Sure, on the surface this seems like a great story, but that is not the main issue. The argument here is not whether or not the film was a good film, because the answer to that would be a direct yes, it was great; the argument here is what did this installment add to the franchise that we hadn’t already seen, was a story that needed to be told? "

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In this week's episode, Alan starts off alone in the studio until Had chimes in via hologram message in order to discuss the final installment in the X-Men Saga (20th Century Fox) and review Dark Phoenix.

Then, Alan and Had discuss the potential future of the X-Men and how they could merge into the MCU!

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In this week's episode Alan and Had review and react to JOHN WICK 3, as well as the second season of COBRA KAI, the YouTube original series that continues the story of THE KARATE KID!

We also share our first Anchor Voice Messages, from two listeners of the show!

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Another film review this week, as Alan shares his views on the heavily criticized Dark Phoenix, the final film in 20th Century Fox's X-Men Saga.

What did he think and does he agree with the general consensus? Tune in to find out!

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In this week's review, Alan shares his views on JOHN WICK 3: PARABELLUM, and what he thinks about the franchise as a whole.

Here is a sneak peak:

" The John Wick franchise has been gaining traction and not only expanding its world but its fan base as well. Keanu Reeves' career has also seen a massive resurgence, so much so he's now in talks to star in a new project for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Yet, with all the hype and excitement surround the world of Wick, or Wick-verse, the magic that the narrative and the franchise had within the first two films, seems to be slowly losing its focus and even more importantly losing its sense of purpose."

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"Filmmakers as Farmers," one of the many enlightening sentences utter during Alan's conversation with Muriel Aboulrouss, a Lebanese cinematographer who is also the co-creator of the award winning documentary web-series, ZYARA, and the founder of CineJam.

In this hour-long conversation, Alan and Muriel discuss all things relating to the art of filmmaking, her journey to where she is today, as well as the power of stories, and the rare art of having a visit with another human being.

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In this week's episode Alan and Had review and react to Aladdin and Godzilla King of the Monsters!

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Alan and Had got to see GODZILLA II: KING OF THE MONSTERS this week and as usual Alan's back with a review and initial reactions to the film. 

When the first teaser trailer for the long-awaited sequel to 2014’s GODZILLA dropped, fans were met with one of the most artistic trailers ever made for a film that screams commercial blockbuster. GODZILLA II: KING OF THE MONSTERS, being the third film in the Monarch Universe or Monster Universe or Zilla-verse series, rose from the waters and roared loudly, yet the film effect may have fallen flat.

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In this week's episode co-hosts Alan Mehanna and Had Solo are joined by friend of the pod Clint Maximus to react and reflect on the final season of Game of Thrones as well as the series as a whole and whether the journey was all worth it in the end!

With all the divisiveness, Game of Thrones will go down as one of television's most popular shows of all time, but will these last two seasons tarnish its overall legacy?

The guys discuss all that and more on the episode, and get some feedback from another friend of the pod, Bailey Parkinson, from YouTube's LoverBoyMedia and Breaking Banter!

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Alan takes on the Walt Disney live action remake of ALADDIN and his review and reaction to it might completely surprise you!

From the blue Will Smith, to what seemed to be a hodge-podge of cultures within the production design exposed in the teaser trailers, and a cover of A WHOLE NEW WORLD that brought out the cringe, Walt Disney’s live action remake of their Oscar nominated ALADDIN had all the cards stacked against it - so what were Alan's thoughts? 

Listen and find out!

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After all the divisiveness online, Alan took the liberty to react and review the penultimate episode of GAME OF THRONES!

"This is it. The end is here. Game of Thrones has one final punch to throw before the lights dim on this global phenomenon that has captivated audiences for what seems to be a decade.

This story, this myth, this legendary tale of power, family, forgiveness, redemption, and home has only one final chapter to offer us, and my heart breaks."

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On this week's episode Alan and Had are joined by SCRIPT2SCREEN friend Clint Maximus as they take a deep dive down the timeline and have a SPOILER-FILLED review of AVENGERS:ENDGAME!

Then, they get all nostalgic and discuss why they love the MCU, and what the INFINITY SAGA means to them, their favorite character arcs, and more!

Before ending the show, Alan, Had and Clint react to the SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME Official Release!

Creator and Co-Host Alan Mehanna is joined in the studio by friend and Queen of Script2Screen Youmna Naufal, due to Had Solo being on a mini-birthday vacation (Happy Birthday Had Solo!).

Alan and Youmna delve deep into Season 8 Episode 3 of Game of Thrones, and then discuss all things Game of Thrones in preparation for the final three episodes ever!

Along the way, Had Solo shares his views via voice messages, and if this episode couldn't be more epic, friend of the show from down under, Bailey Parkinson (LoverBoyMedia & Breaking Banter) also shares his views in the conversation.

Most importantly, they all talk about why they did, do, and always will love Game of Thrones!

Though many have already criticized and downright hated on the episode with some claiming it was too dark, while others nitpicking on the narrative arcs, and how unsatisfying the conclusion was, this episode not only answers many questions, but pays off threads long set up within earlier seasons of the series.

This battle is one of many battles in a war that has been going on for seven seasons, this is its conclusion, and it was the most cathartic emotional experience from a television series, one even stronger than a particular endgame.

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On this week's episode Alan and Had head to a GAME OF RECAPS to cover Game of Thrones Season 8,  Episode 2 "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms"

Then, the have a SPOILER-FREE review of AVENGERS: ENDGAME for the MOVIE OF THE WEEK, followed by their reactions of two TRAILERS OF THE WEEK: MEN IN BLACK INTERNATIONAL and the RUSSO BROTHERS' 21 BRIDGES.

Before episode's end, Alan and Had then discuss their thoughts on the BOND 25 Casting Announcement, and the local Box Office Numbers!

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Introductions, Hellos and Minor News

Game of Recaps: Season 8, Episode 1 “Winterfell” 

Trailer of the Week: Star Wars Episode IX

Speculation, Theories, and More!

MEFCC Wrap Up!

Ross Marquand One on One

LOCAL BOX OFFICE

1. Se3a W Nos W Khamse (One Hour and Thirty Five Minutes) - 7,096 entries

2. Shazam - 6,537 entries

3. After - 4,974 entries

4. Dumbo - 3,431 entries

5. Hellboy - 2,633 entries

See You Next Time!

Introductions, Hellos and Minor News

Movie of the Week: Shazam, Dumbo

Trailer of the Week: Joker

Apple TV is announced with a massive campaign which is headlined by Steven Spielberg

Three Major Franchises are going reaching an end this year (Game of Thrones, Star Wars, and Avengers)

Trailer of the Week: Cobra Kai Trailer 2

Lebanese Box Office:

1. Dumbo - 11,090 entries

2. Lahon w Habs - 7,199 entries

3. Hotel Mumbai - 6,350 entries

4. Sharao el Hashishe - 6,132 entries

5. Captain Marvel - 3,594 entries

Final thoughts on the topics covered or new releases. Salutations and See you laters.

Every single kid dreams about becoming a superhero, and this dream finally comes true as the audience is able to live that experience vicariously via DC’s latest hero film release, SHAZAM!

DC films haven’t had the greatest luck, but with AQUAMAN being a surprise hit at the box office late last year, it seemed there was a light at the end of the tunnel.

 The DC comic adaptation that audiences have long been waiting for finally here, and all they have to do to watch it, is say the magic word: SHAZAM!

Disney’s live-action formula may be bringing in the cash, but unlike the original animated masterpieces, it won’t be leaving behind a magical legacy that will remain with future generations.

The massive flaw within the studio’s rehash of the archive, is that the reimagining of these iconographical films, is not always living up to the charm and power of the original tale. 

MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Hotel Mumbai

Stranger Things 3 Official Trailer Released

Toy Story 4 Official Trailer Released

20th Century Fox an Official Disney Company - What now?

Bill and Ted 3 is Happening, DUDE!

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Official Trailer Released

John Wick 3 Official Trailer Released

Terminator Dark Fate - thoughts on the title?

Rumorville returns with Stars Wars Trilogy set in the Old Republic

LOCAL BOX OFFICE:

1. Lahon w Habs

2. Captain Marvel

3. Five Feet Apart

4. Wonder Park

5. Escape Room

SCRIPT2SCREEN RECOMMENDS:

Alan's Pick: The Matrix Trilogy

Had's Pick: La Famille Belier

With the recent headlines that are covering the news, and mass shootings becoming an unfortunate and terrifying occurrence, it seems that the release of HOTEL MUMBAI is more relevant that it intended to be.

Introductions, Hellos

Mothers and their impactful role in cinema and series.

Favorite mothers in cinema and tv and why?

Mothers who impacted stories even though they weren’t central characters?

Who are the top bad-ass mothers in cinema?

Unforgettable Scenes

Final thoughts on the topics covered or new releases. Salutations and See you laters.

Whatever I say after this point might in fact trigger many listeners out there, but seeing as to how my opinions have always been put under scrutiny, and this podcast is where I express my concerns when it comes to matters in the industry, I stand by everything that I say.

Alan chats with two filmmakers from the Beirut International Women's Film Festival focusing on the challenges regarding diversity in the industry, the negativity surround the use of the word feminism, the dangers of token characters in film, and so much more.

Hani Mefti, actor representing the feature film Unmasked

Lea Schlude, feature length documentary San Cipriano Road

Introductions, Hellos and Minor News

Mention TEDx and the shift that is about to happen to the show.

Movie(s) of the Week: Captain Marvel

Segment 1

Beirut Women’s International Film Festival

Segment 2

Trailers of the Week: Cobra Kai, Game of Thrones, Shazam, Brightburn

Arrow will be leaving the Arrowverse post Season 8

James Gunn is shaking things up with The Suicide Squad

BOX OFFICE

1. Escape Room

2. Damascus, Aleppo

3. Fighting with my Family

4. Bad Parents

5. Cold Pursuit

SCRIPT2SCREEN RECOMMENDS

Alan's Pick: Arrow Season 1

Had's Pick: Lion

Final thoughts on the topics covered or new releases. Salutations and See you laters.