Reels of Justice

ROJ-543: “The People vs. Escape from the Planet of the Apes” with Jonathan Leaf

The Court enjoys a glass of Grape Juice Plus this week when author Jonathan Leaf (“The Primate Myth”) argues that enjoyment did not evolve from the 1971 sci-fi film “Escape from the Planet of the Apes.” *** Prosecutor: Jonathan Leaf. Defense: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Dylan J. Schlender. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden.What did you think of the verdict?

ROJ-542: “The People vs. End Game (2006)” with Dwight Hurst

This week, Dwight Hurst (“Broken Brain” Podcast) reports for jury duty when Big Ben and Schlendzo D square up and square off in The Court’s ultimate “End Game (2006).” *** Prosecutor: Big Ben Haslar. Defense: Dylan J. Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Dwight Hurst, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Maynard Bangs. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden.What did you think of the verdict?

ROJ-541: “The People vs. Final Destination” with Dr. Jo

The Court wants to switch seats with you this week when Dr. Jo (“Felicity Was Here” Podcast) tries to avert the convoluted demise of the 2000 horror film “Final Destination.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Dr. Jo. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Dylan J. Schlender. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden.What did you think of the verdict?

ROJ-540: “The People vs. Whiplash” with Caleb Zakarin

The Court just wants to bang on the drum all day when Caleb Zakarin (“New Books Network”) hurls a cymbal at the head of 2014’s “Whiplash.” Plus, the 43rd annual Reelsie Awards! *** Prosecutor: Caleb Zakarin. Defense: Big Ben Haslar. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Dylan J. Schlender, Maynard Bangs. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden.What did you think of the verdict?

ROJ-539: “The People vs. K-19: The Widowmaker” with Henry Rausch

The Court is out of its depth this week when author Henry Rausch (“Submerged”) refuses to take a dive while defending 2002’s “K-19: The Widowmaker.” Plus, a super secret surprise witness maybe! *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: Henry Rausch. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Maynard Bangs. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden.What did you think of the verdict?