Panels in Motion, Episode 5: “Barbarella”

Welcome to Panels in Motion, a monthly podcast where hosts Nick, Andre, and Luke discuss non-superhero comic books and their movie adaptations. Whether it’s old or new, American or international, the hosts seek to answer the questions: What makes a good adaptation? What’s the difference between comics and film? And who in their right mind approved some of these decisions??

It’s time for some sexy sixties sci-fi with “Barbarella!” The hosts cover the original 1962 French comic and the 1968 movie as they discuss 60s retro-futurism, the failings of the sexual revolution, the power of Jane Fonda, poor utilization of mimes, and whether good erotica and good storytelling are one and the same.

Material discussed:
– “Barbarella” volume 1 graphic novel by Jean-Claude Forest, adapted by Kelly Sue DeConnick
– Barbarella (1968) movie, dir. Roger Vadim

NEXT MONTH: “A Silent Voice” manga volumes 1-7 (complete series) by Yoshitoki Oima + A Silent Voice (2016) movie.

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