Tangled, Jumanji, Ghost of Yōtei, and SVU Deep Dive with Author Neal Fischer

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Frank and Squeaks kick off with Disney’s renewed push on a Tangled live-action film and the report of Scarlett Johansson circling Mother Gothel. They roll into the next Jumanji entry, talk what works and what doesn’t with these reboots, then Frank delivers a spoiler-light review of Ghost of Yōtei on PS5, praising its deliberate combat, camera work, and Erika Ishii’s lead performance. To close, Frank sits down with author and director Neal Fischer to unpack his new book Law and Order SVU Confidential, covering the show’s 25-year run, Olivia Benson’s cultural footprint, why SVU’s New York location shooting matters, and how the series handles real-world issues.

Timestamps and Topics

• 00:00 – Intro and episode rundown

• 01:12 – Tangled live-action casting

• 08:14 – Jumanji sequel update

• 12:10 – Ghost of Yōtei review

• 21:12 – Interview: Neal Fischer on Law and Order SVU Confidential

• 54:08 – Wrap

Key Takeaways

• Tangled live-action can work if Disney keeps the tone and songs that made the animated film stick.

• Jumanji’s modern run shines when it leans on ensemble chemistry and family adventure.

• Ghost of Yōtei is a standout PS5 experience. The duel pacing and camera language make every strike count.

• Erika Ishii’s Otsu is a quiet, layered lead that fits a focused revenge story with memorable mini-bosses.

• SVU endures on the strength of Olivia Benson’s throughline, headline-driven plots, and real New York locations.

• The show offers aspirational justice while compressing real timelines, which fuels both comfort and criticism.

• Early SVU seasons keep a cinematic edge; the newest season trends back toward moodier, noir touches.

Memorable Quotes

• “This might be one of the most cinematic games ever. It treats cinematic like a design rule, not just a vibe.”

• “I feel like this blade’s heavy in a way I sometimes don’t feel in God of War.”

• “Benson has the empathy. Stabler is our subconscious anger. Together they work.”

• “SVU is New York. On-location gives it a soul you can’t fake.”

• “It’s a version of the criminal justice system we want it to be.”

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Apple Podcast tags: TV & Film, Entertainment News, Pop Culture, Video Games, Reviews, Interviews, Disney, Law and Order SVU, PlayStation, Geek Culture