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• The Game Room Where It Happens - Assassin's Creed

  We take a deep dive into the Assassin's Creed franchise with Andrew from Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers to examine its evolution from humble beginnings to global phenomenon. Together, we trace the journey from Altair's first adventure to the latest installment in feudal Japan.• The first Assassin's Creed established a foundation despite repetitive gameplay and a bland protagonist• Assassin's Creed II and Ezio Auditore revolutionized the series with improved gameplay, character depth, and Renaissance setting • Brotherhood refined mechanics while Revelations completed Ezio's story arc• Black Flag remains the pinnacle pirate game experience with its perfect blend of naval combat, exploration, and sea shanties• The series struggled through Unity's technical issues despite innovative multiplayer and refined parkour• Origins marked a dramatic shift to RPG mechanics with larger worlds and deeper customization• Recent games balance between RPG elements and returning to stealth roots• Settings often overshadow story elements as the franchise explores different historical periods• The Assassin's Creed franchise continues to evolve while maintaining core identity elementsBe sure to check out our guest episode about Assassin's Creed Shadows on Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers podcast, where Phil joins Andrew for an in-depth discussion about the latest game.Interested in watching us play games? Follow us on Twitch! Want to hear more about how we got into gaming? Listen to the interview we did with Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers!🔻You can find all important links for the podcast over at https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcast🔺🔻BACKGROUND MUSIC PROVIDED BY:Prod. Riddiman: optimistic🔺Enjoyed the episode? Have something to tell us? Text us here!Support the show

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• International Feature: I'm Still Here

  We return to international cinema with 2024's Oscar winner for Best International Film, "I'm Still Here," a powerful true story about Brazil's military dictatorship and one family's devastating experience.• Based on the true story of Eunice Paiva, whose husband disappeared during Brazil's military dictatorship in 1971• Features an extraordinary performance from Fernanda Torres that captures the quiet strength of a mother protecting her children while seeking answers• Set against the backdrop of Rio's beaches, the film contrasts the family's idyllic lifestyle with the ever-present military threat• Director Walter Salles uses authentic period filmmaking techniques including Super 8 footage to create an immersive historical experience• Portrays the difficult reality of living under authoritarian rule with subtle tension and emotional restraint• Shows how Eunice transformed her personal tragedy into purpose by becoming a lawyer and human rights advocate• Received universal critical acclaim with a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from both critics and audiencesLetterbox'd Synopsis: In 1971, military dictatorship in Brazil reaches its height. The Paiva family — Rubens, Eunice, and their five children — live in a beachside house in Rio, open to all their friends. One day, Rubens is taken for questioning and does not return.🔻You can find all important links for the podcast over at https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcast🔺🔻BACKGROUND MUSIC PROVIDED BY: Ocean by KV https://soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2OCvpHU Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/a8ctDtA7OK8 — Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0 🔺 Enjoyed the episode? Have something to tell us? Text us here!Support the show

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• Late To The Party - Taxi Driver

  Travis Bickle, a lonely Vietnam War veteran working as a NYC taxi driver, descends into violent vigilantism as his mental state deteriorates and his disgust with urban decay intensifies. Martin Scorsese's legendary 1976 character study features an iconic performance by Robert De Niro that continues to influence cinema decades later.• Robert De Niro's transformative performance as Travis Bickle remains the film's standout element• Scorsese's portrayal of 1970s New York City creates a character of its own through gritty, atmospheric cinematography• Bernard Herrmann's jazz-influenced score perfectly enhances the film's sense of isolation and brewing violence• The film's ambiguous portrayal of its protagonist has led to controversial interpretations over the decades• Travis Bickle's character has influenced numerous films about isolated, disturbed individuals, most notably 2019's "Joker"• The "You talkin' to me?" mirror scene has become one of cinema's most referenced and parodied moments• Modern viewers may find the pacing deliberately slow compared to contemporary filmsLetterbox'd Synopsis: A mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran works as a night-time taxi driver in New York City where the perceived decadence and sleaze feed his urge for violent action.🔻You can find all important links for the podcast over at https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcast 🔺🔻BACKGROUND MUSIC PROVIDED BY:"Extenz - Gravity" is under a Creative Commons licenseMusic promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://bit.ly/extenz-gravity🔺Enjoyed the episode? Have something to tell us? Text us here!Support the show

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• GUNGNIR’s Mission with Matthew Medney: Tales That Defy Limits

  Matthew Medney joins us to discuss GUNGNIR, his fresh publishing company blending punk rock spirit with Norse mythology to create bold, innovative sci-fi and fantasy narratives.• Journey from music industry production management to publishing• Creating a community-based publisher where readers discover new voices and follow favorite authors• Every Gungnir book has its own unique artistic style – no house style• Designing books as collectible art pieces that remind readers of their emotional journey• Stories designed to provoke questions readers will debate with friends• Balancing work and passion by reading fantasy novels and staying physically active• Advice for creators: fail fast, learn to network, and be your own cheerleader• Upcoming releases including Last Breeds with its innovative duochromatic art styleCheck out GungnirBooks.com and follow @GungnirBooks and @MatthewMedney on social media to discover their growing catalog of visually striking, thought-provoking titles.🔻You can find all important links for the podcast over at https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcast 🔺🔻BACKGROUND MUSIC PROVIDED BY:Music track: Walk On By by Chill PulseSource: https://freetouse.com/music/chill-pul...🔺Enjoyed the episode? Have something to tell us? Text us here!Support the show

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• Creator Spotlight: Nicholas Keating Casbarro

  From 36,000 feet in the air to the depths of future dystopian worlds, Nicholas Keating-Casbarro shares the incredible journey of creating his sci-fi franchise, Vitalerium – Descent into the Void. We explore how a career in the medical field led to writing a sci-fi series about humanity's complex future 700 years from now.• Writing a sci-fi novel during countless flight hours while working in medical devices• Creating Vitalerium – a sci-fi universe following a roughneck freelancer caught in a planetary conspiracy• Building an extensive story bible with a 40-tab Excel document detailing planets, societies, and technologies • Drawing inspiration from sci-fi classics like Dune and Isaac Asimov while maintaining a unique voice• Using sleep paralysis experiences as source material for the book's dream sequences• Creating character-driven sci-fi that appeals beyond traditional genre fans• How metal music and dark electronic playlists shaped the cyberpunk atmosphere of the story• Expanding beyond books into comics, with plans for animation, film, and video games• Using sci-fi as a vehicle to explore potential pitfalls of technological advancement• How the concept of balance and equilibrium serves as a philosophical foundation for the seriesFind Vitalerium – Descent into the Void on Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, and independent bookshops. Follow Nick on all social media platforms @VitaleriumSeries or visit Vitaleriumseries.com🔻You can find all important links for the podcast over at https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcast 🔺🔻BACKGROUND MUSIC PROVIDED BY:Song : Daystar - SOSO /    • ✨샛별 - SOSO✨(Royal...Instagram: @starryatticE-mail: [email protected] me for better music: (Paypal) https://paypal.me/daystarpj🔺Enjoyed the episode? Have something to tell us? Text us here!Support the show

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