A Lost Plot

Maverick Dickson
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A Lost Plot: where cinematic plots are taken apart piece by piece to determine what makes that movie great, or why it has been forgotten today.

  1. Avatar: Fire & Ash: A Fantastic Arc with Dizzying Subplots

    20H AGO

    Avatar: Fire & Ash: A Fantastic Arc with Dizzying Subplots

    Find the 9 Points Rating system here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  Find our review of Avatar: The Way of Water here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-12-29T20_39_12-08_00  In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the third installment of the Avatar series, Fire and Ash. They discuss their initial impressions, character developments, and the overarching themes of grief, family, and environmentalism. The conversation highlights the film's strengths and weaknesses, particularly in storytelling and character arcs, while also addressing the portrayal of villains and the visual spectacle that James Cameron is known for. They discuss the significance of family loyalty, environmentalism, and the complexities of characters like Spider, who struggles with identity and consistency. The conversation highlights the film's exploration of faith and the overarching themes of human greed versus nature, while also critiquing character arcs and emotional engagement. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ Review 10:46 Opening Scene 16:21 Jake Sully 27:53 Miles Quaritch & Other Villains 37:57 Tension & Stakes 43:49 Themes & Messages 48:30 Miles 'Spider' Socorro 55:33 Neytiri 59:26 Lo'ak 1:04:28 Kiri 1:09:18 Lasting Impact #avatar #fireandash #jakesully #milesquaritch #spider #neytiri #loak #kiri #tuk #film #filmreview #pandora #alostplot #avatarfireandash #fantasy

    1h 15m
  2. Back to the Future Part 3: Satisfying an Unsatisfying Series?

    4D AGO

    Back to the Future Part 3: Satisfying an Unsatisfying Series?

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  Find the Back to the Future Part 2 review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-12-11T19_02_25-08_00  In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Back to the Future Part 3', discussing their initial impressions, character developments, and the film's plot. They analyze the opening scene, the transformation of Marty McFly, and the romantic arc of Doc Brown. The conversation delves into the escalating stakes and conflicts, culminating in the showdown with Buford Tannen. The hosts reflect on the film's nostalgic elements and its place within the trilogy. In this conversation, Maverick and Andrew delve into the themes, character development, and lasting impact of 'Back to the Future III'. They discuss the film's exploration of conflict and consequences in time travel, the evolution of Doc Brown's character, and the overall messages conveyed through the trilogy. The discussion also touches on the film's reception and its place in pop culture, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses in character portrayals and thematic depth. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 ‘Back to the Future Part 3’ Introduction 4:02 Opening Scene 6:57 Marty McFly 12:36 Escalating Stakes 20:38 Buford Tannen 22:45 The Climax 28:36 Themes and Messages 34:29 Doc Brown 48:40 Lasting Impact #backtothefuture #backtothefuturepart3 #heymcfly #docbrown #emmettbrown #alostplot #martymcfly #michaeljfox #film #filmthoughts #podcast #timetravel #western #themes #storytelling

    55 min
  3. Back to the Future 2: A Speed Bump On The Path to 3?

    DEC 12

    Back to the Future 2: A Speed Bump On The Path to 3?

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  Find the first Back to the Future review here:https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-08-08T15_26_59-07_00  In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Back to the Future II', discussing their initial impressions, character development, and the overarching themes of consequences and growth. They explore the film's opening scene, the portrayal of Marty McFly, and how the narrative sets up for the third installment. They explore the nuances of Biff as a villain, the character arcs of Marty and Doc, and the film's climactic moments. The discussion also touches on the lasting legacy of the film and its place within the 'Back to the Future' franchise, ultimately questioning its depth and storytelling effectiveness. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 'Back to the Future II' Introduction 4:24 Opening Scene 10:11 Marty McFly 30:44 Biff x3 45:26 The Climax & Side Characters 50:16 Lasting Impact #backtothefuture #martymcfly #heymcfly #alostplot #filmthoughts #film #heydoc #emmettbrown #thefuture #2015 #biff #themes #characterdevelopment #sequels #timetravel

    55 min
  4. Dead Men Tell No Tales: Disney Violates Storytelling

    DEC 6

    Dead Men Tell No Tales: Disney Violates Storytelling

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  Find our review of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides here:https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-11-26T15_45_38-08_00  In this episode, hosts Maverick and Andrew review 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,' discussing its reliance on nostalgia, character development issues, and the overall decline of Disney's storytelling quality. They analyze the film's plot, opening scenes, and the characters of Henry Turner and Caryna Smith, ultimately concluding that the film fails to deliver a compelling narrative or engaging characters. They discuss the lack of depth in the new characters, the forced romance, and the flat villain, Salazar. The conversation also touches on the themes of identity and redemption, questioning the film's lasting impact and the future of the franchise. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales’ Introduction 8:55 Opening Scene 16:37 Jack Sparrow 23:09 Henry Turner 29:29 Caryna Smith 48:47 Captain Armando Salazar 55:02 Themes 59:17 Lasting Impact 1:06:18 Final Critiques #pirates #piratesofthecaribbean #deadmentellnotales #jacksparrow #johnnydepp #pirates5 #piratesofthecaribbean5 #alostplot #willturner #henryturner #carynasmith #amandosalazar #film #filmthoughts

    1h 13m
  5. On Stranger Tides: Cheap Rip Offs & Remaking Characters

    NOV 26

    On Stranger Tides: Cheap Rip Offs & Remaking Characters

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  Find the Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-11-05T04_00_00-08_00  The review of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides delves into a critical analysis of character development in a film, highlighting how certain characters are perceived as inferior versions of their predecessors. The discussion emphasizes the lack of originality and depth in the new characters compared to the established ones, leading to a weaker narrative overall. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' Introduction 4:08 Opening Scene 8:52 Jack Sparrow 20:38 Themes & Messages 28:15 Blackbeard & The Mermaids 41:03 Angelica 48:36 Lasting Impact #pirates #piratesofthecaribbean #piratesofthecaribbean5 #onstrangertides #jacksparrow #blackbeard #edwardteach #alostplot #film #filmthoughts #johnnydepp #characterarc #characterdevelopment #review #podcast

    53 min
  6. Frankenstein: Strong Themes, Gory Bodies, & Questioning Mary Shelley

    NOV 21

    Frankenstein: Strong Themes, Gory Bodies, & Questioning Mary Shelley

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  In this episode of the Lost Plot Podcast, hosts Maverick and Avalon, along with guest Patrick, delve into the recent Netflix release of Frankenstein directed by Guillermo del Toro. They discuss their initial impressions, the film's faithfulness to Mary Shelley's original work, and the character development of Victor Frankenstein and the creature. The conversation explores themes of fatherhood, the consequences of obsession, and the duality of the characters, ultimately questioning who the true monster is in the story. The discussion also highlights the themes of forgiveness and redemption, questioning the lasting impact of the adaptation compared to the original text. Overall, the speakers express differing opinions on the effectiveness of the storytelling and the thematic depth of the film. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 ‘Frankenstein’ Introduction 16:11 Opening Scene 30:25 The Monster & Victor Frankenstein 37:14 Side Characters 50:13 The Creature 54:42 Themes & Messages 1:11:43 Lasting Impact #frankenstein #netflix #frankenstein2025 #netflixfrankenstein #guillermodeltoro #alostplot #podcast #film #filmthoughts #thecreature

    1h 21m
  7. Nuremberg: Moral Responsibility & the Humanization of Evil

    NOV 15

    Nuremberg: Moral Responsibility & the Humanization of Evil

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review the historical film 'Nuremberg,' discussing its themes, character dynamics, and the moral implications of the Nazi trials. They explore the film's portrayal of evil, the humanization of its characters, and the importance of public discourse in recognizing and combating atrocities. Both hosts provide their ratings and insights, emphasizing the film's relevance to contemporary society and the lessons it imparts about moral responsibility. The conversation delves into the moral complexities of war, the justifications used by individuals involved in atrocities, and the role of justice as exemplified by Robert Jackson during the Nuremberg Trials. It explores the nature of evil, the importance of historical narratives, and the consequences of inaction in the face of wrongdoing. The speakers emphasize the need for vigilance against the rise of evil and the significance of educating the populace about history to prevent future atrocities. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 ‘Nuremberg’ Introduction 8:03 Opening Scene 10:40 Douglas Kelley the Psychiatrist 17:21 Goring is Humanized 25:06 Hermann Goring 30:40 Howie Triest 42:41 Justifying Evil 46:57 Robert Jackson 1:00:44 Themes and Messages 1:06:26 The Impact of One's Life 1:11:44 The Continued Fight 1:15:43 Lasting Impact #nuremberg #nurembergfilm #nazitrials #douglaskelley #hermanngoring #alostplot #filmthoughts #historicalnarratives #silenceofgoodmen #howardtriest #robertjackson #nurembergtrials #humannature #evil #storytelling #cinema #historicalfilm

    1h 26m
  8. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End: Is Jack Sparrow A Hero or a Scoundrel?

    NOV 5

    Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End: Is Jack Sparrow A Hero or a Scoundrel?

    Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/  Find the review for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-10-30T04_00_00-07_00  In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End,' discussing their initial impressions, ratings, and the film's plot. They explore Will Turner's evolution from an idealistic hero to a cunning pirate, Bootstrap Bill's tragic fate, and Elizabeth Swann's transformation into a pirate lord. The discussion also covers the antagonistic roles of Davy Jones and Cutler Beckett, as well as Norrington's redemption arc. The conversation concludes with reflections on the film's impact and its successful box office performance, highlighting the clever nods to the original Disneyland ride. ---------- Highlights: 0:00 ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End’ Introduction 3:55 Opening Scene 8:46 Is Jack Sparrow Compelling? 40:26 Will Turner 50:06 Bootstrap Bill Turner 57:56 Elizabeth Swann 1:09:21 Davy Jones & Cutler Beckett 1:16:22 James Norrington #piratesofthecaribbean #atworldsend #pirates #alostplot #film #filmreview #jacksparrow #cutlerbeckett #davyjones #willturner #elizabethswann #podcast #filming #characteranalysis #characterarc #swashbucklers #betrayal #filmthoughts #bootstropbill #jamesnorrington

    1h 24m
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A Lost Plot: where cinematic plots are taken apart piece by piece to determine what makes that movie great, or why it has been forgotten today.

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  • Creator
    Maverick Dickson
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    175
  • Rating
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    © Copyright 2025 Maverick Dickson
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