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Well, for the sequel, I think we should expect "mindless popcorn" because that's what we got with the original. And in my opinion, "mindless popcorn" does not mean it doesn't have a good story. You can have a good story and have a film still be a popcorn action flick.

I think the first Iron Man movie is pretty popcorn. It's a great, fun, action-packed movie, but still a popcorn action flick. I apologize if the term "mindless popcorn" indicates negativity, I don't necessarily equate it with that. I've seen hundreds of movies I would categorize as mindless popcorn that still had a great story that was interesting. Taking this summer...I think Thor was a total popcorn movie, but enjoyable as hell with a good story. I just didn't have to think real hard while watching it.

I just think folks expecting really serious undertones or dramatic irony, or emphatic political statements on current events shouldn't get their hopes up. Hasbro isn't going to use one of their flagship brands as a social commentary device or an artistic measure. They're trying to make a film to appeal to as many people as possible, and when it comes to summer films, unfortunately that generally means popcorn.

Justin

I understand and even agree with you now That explanation makes sense

Great show, guys!

Thanks for reading my letter and I promise not to write "dudes" ever again!

giTom

Hahahahah, when I hear "dudes" now, we all can think giTom!

That was quick for episode 8 to come out! you guys are early this week. As always, many thanks.

Cool show guys! Looking forward to these more and more.

As for Mudslinger's head, it's not from Built to Rule (At least not from any of the ones on Yojoe)

I didn't think so. Glad you could confirm that somewhat.

Yeah, scheduling worked funny this time. We ALMOST have this down to a science.

Did I see that you also listen to Star Joes too? I stumbled upon them searching out other 'casts that mention Joe. My hat's off to them this week for sitting through that gawd awful animated movie. I know I couldn't do that. But I do agree with them that the intro is the BEST 90 seconds of Joe ever animated until Resolute...and I have been quoted on that!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2PThDW8KX4

Thanks. I am a huge Star Joes fan and am sort of a regular and supporter. I have been trying to get many to listen to them and your podcast as well as the GI Joe Review as I have repeated posted on Hisstank and the like but most just skip the post or reply that they are not into listening to podcast. They are truly missing out.

In terms of the cartoon movie, I love the intro. The movie could have been better. Just think, the actors conflicts in the movie could be the reason that saved Duke's fate as if they were on schedule and had been released on time, he would have died in the movie. That would have perhaps eliminated the 20 plus Duke figures that we have seen in the last 5 years.

BTW, I am an avid and long-time fan of the GI Joe Podcast Review as well from day 1. I really wish that they (Chad, Matthew & Chris) could put together their latest episode. I know that they are busy, but it would be very cool to hear them more often than a 3-4 month time-period.

I also am a huge fan of the Uncanny X-Cast as well. They mention G.I. Joe quite a bit here and there along with DC Noise.