🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 Episode Summary: What happens when a rising TikTok star collides with one of the most thought-provoking film series of our time? Join us as we sit down with Alaysa to explore the rich tapestry of the “Planet of the Apes” prequel films. Before we embark on our cinematic journey, we share our excitement over “Heartbreak High” being renewed for its final season and critique Netflix's knack for axing beloved shows prematurely. We also reminisce about the enduring influence of series like "Gray's Anatomy" and "Hannibal", and celebrate the brilliant performances of actors such as Mads Mikkelsen. Reality TV fans, this one's for you! We pull back the curtain on the Real Housewives franchise, dissecting its portrayal of women and the ethical dilemmas faced by its participants. From Andy Cohen’s evasive interview to the manipulation behind the scenes, we lay bare the complexities of reality television. Our chat isn't all heavy though; we sprinkle in some light-hearted banter comparing reality TV’s guilty pleasure allure to the cerebral satisfaction offered by shows like “Mr. Robot” and “Succession”. Finally, we journey into the heart of the “Planet of the Apes” franchise, celebrating its masterful storytelling and moral ambiguity. We discuss Caesar’s rise and the powerful performances that bring this world to life, all while drawing poignant parallels to real-world issues. Expect laughs as we critique anime character crushes, and tears as we recount our favorite teenage books and music. From the intricate world-building to the groundbreaking motion capture technology, every aspect of this epic saga is on the table. Plus, we look ahead to the franchise’s future, pondering the legacy Caesar leaves behind and what lies in store for the next generation of apes. (0:00:09) - Podcast Entertainment News and Reviews (7 Minutes) (0:07:02) - Reality TV and Its Impact (10 Minutes) (0:17:21) - Reality TV and Privacy Concerns (10 Minutes) (0:27:31) - Movie Adaptations and Personal Reading Journeys (12 Minutes) (0:39:54) - Exploring Planet of the Apes Critique (5 Minutes) (0:45:10) - Apes Reflecting Humanity's Downfall (9 Minutes) (0:54:14) - Planet of the Apes Reflections (11 Minutes) (1:05:35) - Exploring the Planet of the Apes (10 Minutes) (1:19:53) - Visual Storytelling in Film Technology (12 Minutes) (1:31:57) - Hollywood Leading Men and Anime Characters (15 Minutes) (1:47:12) - Exploring the Planet of the Apes (7 Minutes) (1:53:48) - Discussion on Planet of the Apes (10 Minutes) (2:03:51) - Future of Planet of the Apes (8 Minutes) (2:12:19) - Movie Franchises, Celebrities, and Time Travel (12 Minutes) (2:24:32) - Anime and Book Recommendations for Listeners (3 Minutes) Aleisa's Socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wtfaleisa/?hl=en Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@wtfaleisa?lang=en YouTube https://www.youtube.com/aleisamora Website https://wtfaleisa.com Manika's Socials Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1CmokqeLIagz7nYQJfeRIw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdulcio98/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/manika3000 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manika3000?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1 Podcast Socials YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ivebeenmeaningtowatchthatp2316 Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeenMeaning2Pod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ivebeenmeaning2pod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ive-Been-Meaning-To-Watch-That-113280083760521/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivebeenmeaning2/ Thank you so much for listening to the podcast. We really appreciate it. If you would like to support the podcast, you can subscribe for 4.99 a month. https://anchor.fm/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support