In this second entry into our Patreon-exclusive Dune limited series, Jaime, Patrick, and Drew discuss David Lynch’s vision of Frank Herbert’s story. Released in 1984, Lynch’s Dune would crash and burn at the box office, while subsequently forging a cult following in the years to come. Tragedy, triumph, or something in-between, we cover all aspects of the first film version of Dune and our anticipation of Denis Villeneuve’s dream. Join us.
107 // Four Years of Blade Runner 2049 & The Edge of Black Lotus
In this episode, Jaime and Patrick reminisce on the four-year anniversary of Blade Runner 2049, discussing its impact on popular culture (and the world at large). In the second half of this episode, your hosts discuss the latest news on Blade Runner: Black Lotus, which releases on November 13th via Adult Swim. Is the messaging for Black Lotus improving? Are we destined for another masterpiece, failure or something in-between? We discuss this and more. Join us.
106 // A Memory of Past and Future: Track By Track - Exploring Vangelis | Part Two (A 700 Layer Cake Part 16)
Vangelis’ score for Blade Runner remains a high-water mark in film score history. Expressive, darkly dramatic, full of undertones of film noir and an imagined future, his soundtrack is just as iconic as the film itself.
In this episode, Jaime, Patrick, and new Contributing Host Dr. Robin Bunce go track by track through the 1994 Warner release. Although it deviates significantly from the score as it appears in the film, it’s the version many of us know best—and the one you’ll find available most readily on streaming platforms. (Never fear: we will return to analyze other editions in future episodes!)
So pull up the 1994 version, give it a listen, and join us as we dive very, very deeply into this richly textured masterwork.
105 // If Memory Had A Melody: The Score For 2049 (You‘ve Never Seen A Miracle: The Journey to 2049 Part Eleven)
When we heard there was going to be a second Blade Runner film, most of us immediately wanted to know two things: who was going to direct it, and who was going to write the soundtrack.
Vangelis’ score for the 1982 film is a watershed moment in film score history, and for good reason. The music for Blade Runner 2049 would have to be special indeed to earn its place alongside its forerunner.
Lucky for us, Ben Wallfisch and Hans Zimmer delivered more than most of us could’ve dreamed for 2049. And in this episode, Jaime and Patrick dive deeply into that music, examining how it was made—and why, perhaps, it was made that way.
104 // Filming A Miracle: Interviewing Chris Summers - The First AC On Blade Runner 2049
First AC, Chris Summers on the set of Blade Runner 2049.
In this episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Dan sit down to interview Chris Summers, the first AC on Blade Runner 2049. From his beginnings in the film industry in Cape Town, South Africa, to his permanent arrival in Budapest, Hungary, Chris takes on a journey that would lead him to the studios, sound stages, and locations that would host the filming of Blade Runner 2049.
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103 // Discussing Blade Runner: Black Lotus
In this mini-episode, Jaime is joined by Rick Howard, to discuss the latest information and material for Blade Runner: Black Lotus, the Crunchyroll CG animated series releasing in November. There is a lot riding on the success of this show. Jaime and Rick dive head-first into reactions from the first trailer, the tone and quality of what's been released and a whole lot more.
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102 // The Blade Runner Phenomenon: Reviewing the Arte Film Documentary
In this episode, Patrick and Jaime sit down to discuss the 2020 documentary 'The Blade Runner Phenomenon' that was produced by Arte Films and just released on YouTube free of charge. From interviewing the homeless on the streets of downtown Los Angeles, to the private home of creator Douglas Trumbull, The Blade Runner Phenomenon traverses high and low as the filmmakers explore why Ridley Scott's masterpiece of science fiction continues to resonate.
101 // Revelations: Interviewing President of Alcon Interactive Group - George Collins
In this exclusive interview, Shoulder of Orion hosts, Jaime, Patrick, and Dan sit down with President of Alcon Interactive Group, George Collins. From his early days at Activision, to developing an immersive and interactive Blade Runner experience for San Diego Comic Con 2017, George takes us through his extensive and exciting journey with Alcon Entertainment. This is a very special episode, filled with surprising reveals and delightful anecdotes. We hope you enjoy.
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100 // Is It the Same Now, As Then? Shoulder of Orion’s 100th Episode
When Shoulder of Orion launched four years ago, we didn’t know what it would become. We knew we had a great film to talk about. We knew we had another film coming, and we knew we hoped it would live up to our impossible expectations.
But more than anything, we knew we were desperate to talk about this incredible universe. And we knew that through talking about it, we would find friends around the world who felt the same way.
After one hundred episodes, we know those truths to be more evident than ever: these films speak to people, and through speaking about them we are connected.
Join Jaime, Patrick, and Dan on this tour back through our first one hundred episodes. And know you were a part of every one of them, whether we mentioned you on air or not.
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99 // A Future Past: Interviewing Senior Creative Editor at Titan Comics - David Leach
It’s been two years since David Leach, Senior Creative Editor at Titan Comics, has been on Shoulder of Orion. Since then, he’s shepherded not only the complete run of Blade Runner 2019, but launched two other titles as well (Blade Runner 2029 and Blade Runner Origins).
Along the way, he and his collaborators have garnered industry awards, won over fans around the world, and added several memorable new characters to the imaginations of Blade Runner aficionados everywhere.
Join Jaime, Patrick, and Dan as they chat with David about all this and more on this rollicking interview.
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98 // Minisode: Gaff in Blade Runner 2049
In the weeks leading up to Blade Runner 2049's release, word spread that Edward James Olmos had been on set. For Blade Runner fans around the globe, this was huge news: Gaff is one of the most enduringly popular characters in the first film, and has become a central character of fan theories, artwork, and more over the past three and a half decades.
The Gaff we see in 2049 is one many of us didn't expect. But his appearance, totaling just over one minute of screen time, is unforgettable.
In this minisode, Jaime and Patrick take some time off from feverish Alien Day preparations (April 26—follow Perfect Organism for details!) to discuss Gaff's appearance in 2049. This is just the tip of a deeper Gaff iceberg to come, as we plan on dedicating a full episode to his character in the near future.
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97 // A Visitor | Discussing Dr. Ana Stelline (You’ve Never Seen A Miracle: The Journey to 2049 Part Ten)
What is empathy? Why does the character of Ana Stelline feel so different tonally from the rest of the players in Blade Runner 2049? What makes her feel different? Join Jaime, Patrick, and Dan as we dive head first into a conversation about memory and dreams, birth and death, captured so beautifully in the character of Dr. Stelline.
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96 // Again For The First Time: Reviewing the Blade Runner 2019 Comic Series
In this episode, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime discuss the final issues of the Blade Runner 2019 comic series. Do these comic stories succeed in their quest to extend the Blade Runner universe beyond the films? Your hosts answer this question as they sit down and jump into the final arc in an engrossing story. You won't want to miss it.
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95 // Blade Runner: Black Lotus & Live Action Series News
In this informal episode, Jaime, and Patrick discuss the news of a Blade Runner live action series that's been making the rounds as well as the status of Blade Runner: Black Lotus, the new CG anime show coming to Adult Swim in 2021. This episode was recorded live from our Facebook page. We hope you enjoy.
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94 // Dissecting Angels: The Replicant Discussion | Part Three
In the first two installments of this mini-series, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime discussed the life and creation of Replicants. We never took time to discuss their death and those moral ramifications. To discuss this and many other topics, the Shoulder of Orion team is joined by contributor Micah Greene, and Doctor Robin Bunce. Join us as we take a final look (for now) into the world of Replicants.
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93 // Dissecting Angels: The Replicant Discussion | Part Two - 2049
In part two of our Dissecting Angels miniseries, Jaime, Patrick ad Dan zero in on the representation of Replicants in Blade Runner 2049. What are the differences and subtleties in the Replicants depicted in each film, and how they might those differences inform their agency and origins? Join us as we explore these questions and more.
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92 // Dissecting Angels: The Replicant Discussion | Part One
For years, we have been fascinated by the spiritual and philosophical ramifications of Blade Runner. What we haven’t explored, however, are the details of Replicant production.
How are Replicants made? Are they assembled, or grown? How are they different from us?
Join us in this first in a series of episodes where we explore the nuances of Replicant design, development, and creation.
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90 // Revisiting the Comics: Blade Runner 2019 Goes Off World
It's been awhile since we've checked in with Ash, Cleo, and the rest of the fascinating characters featured in Titan's ongoing Blade Runner 2019 comic series.
In this show, we focus on the second arc of Ash's story: issues 5 through 8, which are available in a recently published trade paperback collection (Volume Two: Off World).
Support your comic shop by buying locally, if you're able! Most of them will ship it to you.
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Ridley Scott: A Retrospective | Interviewing Author Ian Nathan
In this episode, Jaime sits down with author Ian Nathan, to discuss his newly released book, Ridley Scott: A Retrospective. From Scott's beginnings as a first time director, to being on the set of Alien Covenant, Ian discusses the films and career of the legendary director and his lasting legacy. We hope you enjoy.
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89 // Cast and Characters (You’ve Never Seen a Miracle: The Journey to 2049 Part Nine)
At the core of Blade Runner 2049—and at the core of its predecessor—are great characters. Strip away the unforgettable aesthetics, the world-building, even the music, and 2049 still feels, at its heart, like a Blade Runner film.
In this ninth entry into our ongoing series, we explore some of 2049's most intriguing characters. From Sapper Morton, gentle war machine, to Mariette, a replicant with a big secret, the characters of this film live on long after the credits roll.
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