🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐Joining me this week is the perceptive and quick-witted Aprille, editorial head of Off Colour, and a critic with a fresh viewpoint on everything from horror flicks to the ethical dilemmas in biopics. We kick off with a vibrant chat about the much-anticipated Bob Marley 'One Love' biopic. April, a comic book aficionado, also sheds light on the shakeup surrounding 'X-Men '97' and the wider issues in the Marvel Universe. But it's not just superheroes and reggae legends; we get real about the portrayal of icons, discussing the casting choices that make or break a biopic's authenticity. Our discourse takes a candid turn as we scrutinize the cultural imprint of biopics on society. Do these films simply serve as a fast track to awards? We're dissecting the motivations behind actors stepping into the shoes of famous figures and questioning whether these narratives do justice to their legacies or merely sanitize complicated histories for mass consumption. From the nuances of Ryan Coogler's new vampire project to the concerns with the way biopics like the Amy Winehouse story might be handled, April and I pull back the curtain on the art of storytelling and its intersection with the celebrities we think we know. As the conversation winds down, we switch gears to offer up some TV show endorsements that have truly captured our hearts. Hear why "Star Trek Discovery" stands out with its captivating cast and why "Lovesick" might just be the dose of awkward, feel-good comedy you didn't know you needed. If you're chasing a series that delves into the complexities of relationships with humor and grace, "Feel Good" is the one to watch. It's been a thrilling ride this week, and we can't wait for you to join us in unpacking the layers of film, fame, and the stories we tell. Don't forget to keep up with Aprille's insightful work by checking out her social media after the show! (00:08) Discussing Biopics and Media Madness (09:34) Jojo Siwa & Ryan Coogler Projects (20:55) Discussing Bridgerton and Its Critiques (28:39) Exploring Biopics and Media Trends (42:23) Cultural Appropriation in Film Casting (45:44) Portrayal of Black Icons in Biopics (55:48) Impact of Biopics on Popular Culture (59:27) Biopics and Celebrity Commodification (01:06:13) The Death of Celebrity and Biopics (01:19:08) Controversy Surrounding Michael Jackson Biopic (01:27:24) Posthumous Releases and Celebrity Commodification (01:38:06) The Problem With Brand Biopics (01:47:13) TV Show Recommendations and Conversation Aprille's Socials Off Colour https://offcolour.org Twitter https://twitter.com/April_Le_ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysaprille Linktree https://linktr.ee/apr.il.le 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 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