Ep. 156: PCU- Superman Vol. I (From 1940 to 1950)

The PULP CINEMATIC UNIVERSE  returns with a long awaited trip to Metropolis as Zach, Matt Willocks, & special Superman correspondent Matt Merback (Actor/ Freelancer for the Daily Planet Drama Section) take a look at the early Film & Radio adventures of the Man of Steel, SUPERMAN!

Get ready to take flight for fun fueled ride as the boys unpack how Superman went from the comics to radio & the silver screen, marvel at the stories behind the scenes of making each iteration, appreciate the ambition of the early tricks and tools that gave Superman his flight, analyze the depth & maturity that the character’s stories brought to a 40’s audience while not losing footing, and finally settle upon the importance of these early outings of Superman and how they are essential to his popularity today.

Films Discussed:

Superman (1948) & Atom Man vs Superman (1950)- Both Starring Kirk Alyn

Radio Arcs Discussed:

The Meteor from Krypton (June, 1943)–Part 3 (Used as Clip in Episode): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_9DVA_s1_Q

and The Clan of the Fiery Cross (June–July 1946)– Full Arc Available Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H29BlTaYZ0U

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Be sure to check out Matthew Merback on Instagram:
@mad.mattigan