Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast

In this episode, Patrick & Jaime are joined by longtime listener, sometimes guest, Ricardo Silvestre to push back against some of our ideas and opinions presented in our Deck-A-Rep and Bryant and Deckard episode. Is there a definitive answer to the Deck-A-Rep conversation? Does it matter? Is Deckard central to the story of Blade Runner or is he a distraction? We dive into all of this and more. We hope you enjoy! 

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In this episode, Jaime & Patrick are joined by contributing host Micah Greene to discuss the role of women in both Blade Runner films. This episode pivots back to some heavier topics for us as we delve into female representation, and the idea that even films we love should not be shielded from scrutiny. This was a thoughtful and sobering discussion and a return to form for us. We hope you enjoy!

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Jaime and Patrick are back with another entry into their Anatomy of A Scene series. In this episode, your hosts break down Officer K's first meeting Deckard and how it reflects key events in the original film, and what it means for the overall story. As always, this was a great dive into what we love best about the Blade Runner universe...the subtext. We hope you enjoy!

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Something we've noticed lately—in social media circles, in email write-ins, in comments on episodes—is an uptick in people saying something to the effect of "Blade Runner 2049 feels more resonant in my life now than the original does." 

This isn't an argument over which film is better. It's not even an argument over which film is more relevant. Rather, it's a conversation about why some fans might be feeling like 2049 is capturing something specific to this particular time and place we find ourselves in.

In this episode, Jaime, Patrick, Micah, and Peter read listener comments on this idea and pose the question to themselves as well.

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Hey SOO Family! It's been a crazy month in podcast land, especially for our other show (Perfect Organism). We wanted to take a quick opportunity to check in on the Blade Runner side of things with this minisode, in which we tee up quite a bit of future content we've got cooking.

We also discuss some of the latest rumors about Blade Runner 2099, and think through some ways this release could be handled in a way befitting the legacy of Blade Runner. 

We'll be back with more involved episodes soon—thank you, as always, for the support!

Art by Aleksander Walijewski 

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We're taking a break this week as we work on our Alien Day 2023 content. 

Sebastián Lelio's The Wonder might look like a typical period drama from the outside, but anyone who's watched it knows it's anything but typical. A devastating look at trauma, belief, and redemption, The Wonder unfolds almost like a horror film.

Based on a novel and starring a riveting Florence Pugh, The Wonder released to Netflix in late 2022. If you haven't watched it yet, be sure to check it out before listening to this episode (as is the case with all Frame Rates). There are massive spoilers inside. 

But if you have watched it, join Jaime, Patrick, and Micah as they discuss this powerful film and its resonance in their lives.

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In our next entry into our 'Anatomy of A Scene' series, Patrick and Jaime are joined by long time contributing hosts Peter from the Midwest, and Micah Greene. This episode finds us exploring what exactly is happening in yet another semi-controversial love scene in Blade Runner 2049. What is transpiring in the time Mariette enters K's apartment until the time she leaves? Is this a tender ménage à trois between three non-humans or is there more at play? Listen along as we share our thoughts and opinions.

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Patrick & Jaime sit down to talk about one man's quest to find Harrison Ford. That man is Patrick James O'Hare. From his first memories of seeing Star Wars in the theater as a small child to watching Ford reprise his role as Rick Deckard in 2017's Blade Runner 2049, Paddy takes us through his admiration and obsession with the actor, and what his documentary hopes to accomplish.

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Patrick & Jaime sit down to discuss the breaking news from the Blade Runner 2099 production. 

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In this very special episode, Jaime and Patrick were honored to sit down with Blade Runner Production Executive Katy Haber. From her work with director Sam Peckinpah on Straw Dogs and many other films, to her time with director director Samuel Fuller, Ms. Haber takes us on a tour through filmmaking through her eyes. This was a special opportunity that we will cherish forever and we hope you all enjoy this episode. 

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The third entry into our 'Anatomy of A Scene' series brings us to the moment when Officer K meets Luv for the first time. On its face, there are a lot of similarities in this scene to when Deckard meets Rachael for the first time. Joining this discussion is contributing host Micah Greene who jumps into the deep end as we break down this pivotal moment in Blade Runner 2049. We hope you enjoy. 

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Following directly our last episode, Jaime & Patrick break down what might be the most iconic scene in science fiction movie history. Getting orders from Bryant, Deckard travels to the Tyrell Corporation to interview a Nexus Six Replicant. Who Deckard meets ends up changing the course of his life and the Blade Runner universe. Join us as we talk about this incredible scene.

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In this new series, Anatomy of A Scene, Patrick and Jaime breakdown a scene in Blade Runner where Captain Bryant is explaining the mission to a very perplexed Rick Deckard. Patrick and Jaime have discussed this scene privately for a while in terms of its implication on the 'Deck-a-Rep' conversation and how it plays into the overall narrative in the film. As with so much in the world of Blade Runner, our conclusions and speculation add another layer in a world where so much of it seems intentionally ambiguous. We hope you enjoy and we'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas as well. Enjoy. 

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The world of Blade Runner has had a consistent shroud of mystery over it since its release in 1982. From the rain-soaked streets to the neon signs illuminating the city, there is no corner that's not riddled with questions and shadow. Infiltrating this environment is the presence of a massive amount police. They're on every corner of seemingly every street. In this episode, Patrick & Jaime dive into discussing why the police have such a military-style presence and how that affects the world they inhabit. We hope you enjoy!

This is episode is our last recording of calendar 2022, capping off an incredible year. From all of us at Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast, we are wishing all of you a Happy New Year!

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We are happy to release our coverage of the Disney+ series Andor as a bonus episode this holiday season. In this special roundtable, your hosts Jaime, Patrick, Christian, AndieGeekGirl, and special guest Micah Greene discuss what some of us agree is the best Star Wars product since the original trilogy. As always this was a lively and in-depth conversation that we hope you enjoy. 

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It's been three years since we've had our friend and guest Paul M. Sammon on the show to talk about Blade Runner. To remedy that, Patrick & Jaime asked him back to discuss the 40 year legacy of Blade Runner, what it means to him, and the road ahead. This was a delightful interview and we hope you enjoy.

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It's been five years since the release of Blade Runner 2049. In that time, it took us a while to dedicate an episode to Officer KD6.3-7. We were delighted to hear from a new listener about his resonance with K and what that means to him. Hearing from that listener inspired us to invite him on the show and jump back into the discussion. Please join Patrick, Jaime and James as they dive back into the world and the mind of K as we celebrate the anniversary of the release of Blade Runner 2049. 

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When Fria Ligan (Free League Publishing) released the Alien RPG back in 2019, it was a watershed moment in Alien fandom. Buzzing with drama and detail, this tabletop role playing game gave Alien fans a universe of new content to explore together.

So when it was announced early in 2022 that Free League was working on a Blade Runner RPG, fans around the world took to the internet to express their delight. 

In today’s episode, Jaime and Patrick get a peek behind the curtain with Free League’s Co-founder and CEO Tomas Härenstam. Tomas is the Lead Game Designer on both the Blade Runner RPG and the Alien RPG, as well as Mutant: Year Zero (the origin of the acclaimed Year Zero engine driving both the Blade Runner and Alien games).

To stay up to date on all the awesome stuff Free League is putting out, head to freeleaguepublishing.com

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October 3, 2022 marked five years since Blade Runner 2049 premiered at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and changed the landscape of Blade Runner fandom forever.

In this roundtable retrospective, the SOO team looks back at those early days—of the film, but also of this very podcast!—while stopping to consider how 2049 resonates with us now, five years later.

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In celebration of forty years of Blade Runner, Shoulder of Orion is thrilled and honored to present to you an exclusive commentary track for Blade Runner: The Final Cut by Charles de Lauzirika! As Restoration Producer for The Final Cut, Charles had a monumental task: to work with Ridley Scott, Warner Brothers, and a dedicated team of specialists to produce the definitive edition of one of the most influential films ever made.

Charles, who's also directed landmark documentary features like Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner, is a friend of the show and a constant presence in Blade Runner fandom. Jaime, Patrick, and the whole Shoulder of Orion team are so grateful for Charles' time and energy—and so excited to share this exclusive commentary track with our listeners!

The commentary track starts after a brief intro. We'll give a clear countdown so you can press Play at the correct moment.

Happy forty years, everyone!

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In observance of forty years of Blade Runner—and in response to the many, many requests we've gotten over the years to discuss this—the Shoulder of Orion team is finally tackling The Big Question: is Deckard a Replicant?

In this kickoff show, Jaime and Patrick unpack some of the reasons this "debate" has gotten so complicated over the years. As we've gotten more editions of the movie, we've gotten more evidence (from Ridley Scott) that Deckard pretty clearly should be considered a Replicant—but we also have Harrison Ford and Hampton Fancher arguing against that idea, and an initial theatrical cut of the film (not to mention source novel) that runs with the assumption that he's human.

Where does that leave us? And, perhaps more importantly: does it matter? Does the film hold up to multiple interpretations of the truth? 

We don't come up with many answers to these questions, but we do our best to at least get the conversation started. More to come!

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The team is back from a summer of traveling, and we're ready to celebrate forty years of Blade Runner with some great content. Join Jaime and Patrick for this minisode detailing some of those plans—and some ways YOU can get involved!

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Please enjoy this Patreon episode while we return from summer break and resume regular Shoulder of Orion content in the coming weeks. For more like this, head to bladerunnerpodcast.com/support and join our Patreon!

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In this final entry in our Artificial Intelligence series, Patrick and Jaime are joined by contributing hosts Micah Greene and Peter from the Midwest. It's been a few years since we've hosted an episode diving into Joi and Rachael. What better way to end this series than a discussion around what might be arguably the most endearing and incendiary characters found in both Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049? Join us for an intense and in-depth discussion. 

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In this episode, Jaime and Patrick come together to discuss the Baseline Test Machine as seen in Blade Runner 2049. How relevant is the baseline test? How close are we as a society to using this kind of technology? Are we using early versions of it right now? We tackle these questions and more in what was a very satisfying episode to record. We hope you enjoy!

Jaime references a Baseline test machine that you can purchase and assemble. The link for that is https://www.yaymonsters.com/shop/baseline/

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In this episode, Patrick and Jaime sit down to discuss the Voight-Kampff test machine, its implications on the state of humanity and its place in science fiction lore. We hope you enjoy this passionate and in-depth discussion. 

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In this episode, hosts Patrick, and Jaime are joined by contributing host Peter from the midwest to discuss artificial intelligence as featured in Alien and Blade Runner. This is a bit of a crossover episode as we explore why the kinds of A.I. exists in both of these worlds and what's really behind the need for such technology. This was a fascinating and complicated discussion. We hope you enjoy!

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Artificial Intelligence has long been a hotly debated topic. What are the implications of a society augmented by A.I.? What is A.I.? Will A.I. save humanity from itself, or will it destroy it? In this episode, Jaime & Patrick tackle the question of A.I. and how its iterated in our real lives and on film.  This is part one of a series of discussions as we lead into the 40th anniversary of Blade Runner. 

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In this episode, Patrick, Peter and Jaime come together to discuss the death of Vangelis. From his score for Chariots of Fire, to Blade Runner, and 1492: Conquest of Paradise, Vangelis has held his own, creating musical tapestries that have kept their own orbit from the moment he began making music. Join us as we talk about the legacy of Vangelis, and the space he leaves behind. 

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We'd like to thank all of our listeners and supporters during this short break. We are pleased to present to you a follow up to Visions of the Future with this part two installment. In this episode, Patrick, Peter and Jaime dive further into what a future could look like through the lens of Blade Runner and our current world. Will the lack of empathy lead to our destruction? Join us and take part in the discussion!

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We at Shoulder of Orion are pausing our content stream for the month of April as we focus on our sister show, Perfect Organism: The Alien Saga Podcast. April is the busiest month of the year for our Alien podcast and we are fully devoting ourselves to it. We will be back with some exciting new content for Shoulder of Orion, including a new mini-series announcement. Stay tuned, and thank you for being loyal listeners and patrons. 

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What were your first thoughts about what the future would look like? Was there a film or a show that captured that? In this episode, the full hosting team of Shoulder of comes together to talk about the idea of futurism as iterated in film and tv, and what it means to each of us, and how it's changed over the years. We hope you enjoy this episode, as much as we enjoyed recording it. 

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Daryl Hannah's portrayal of Pris in Blade Runner has inspired countless works of tribute art, contemporary runway fashion, and killer cosplays. But beyond her cyberpunk/clown aesthetic and gymnastic combat skills lies a complicated, nuanced character.

In this episode, Jaime and Patrick discuss Pris as a prism for issues like enslavement, otherism, and manipulation. They also talk about how Pris sets up wonderful horror beats in Blade Runner, and how she ends up tricking not only Sebastian and Deckard but the audience itself.

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Jaime & Patrick circle back around to discuss Alcon, and CrunchyRolls Blade Runner: Black Lotus series. Is the series successful? Does Black Lotus find its rightful place in the Blade Runner universe? We do our best to attempt to answer those questions and more. 

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Blade Runner fandom was rocked this past week with the news of a brand new sequel series to Denis Villeneuve's Blade Runner 2049. In this audio version of our live video update, Jaime and Patrick break down all the news while discussing the challenges of bringing such a beloved IP, with two near perfect films to the small screen. Are Alcon and Amazon up to the task? Can the universe of Blade Runner be justified in a smaller format? We attempt to answer all of these questions and more. Join us. 

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The aesthetic world of Blade Runner 2049 is a vision at once reminiscent of the original Blade Runner and entirely original. Brutal, bleak, and beguiling, the costumes of 2049 reveal inner truths about the characters in subtle and complex ways.

Join Jaime and Patrick as they continue our previous episode's discussion on costumes with a leap into 2049—and stick around for our next roundtable, where we'll dig even deeper.

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In this episode, Jaime and Peter are joined by friend and listener of the show, Christian Matzke to discuss the costumes in Ridley Scott's Blade Runner. What do costumes tell us about character? What does a believable future look like? We dive into these questions and more as we pull back the endless layers of the Blade Runner universe through its incredible costume design.

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In this episode, Peter, Patrick and Jaime review the first seven episodes of Blade Runner Black Lotus. Is the show working? Does Black Lotus add to the mythology of Blade Runner in interesting and dynamic ways? Join us as we discuss all this and more in this very passionate and dynamic episode. 

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Blade Runner: Origins is one of the boldest, most innovative storylines we've seen in all of Blade Runner to date. A story about identity, selfhood, family, and fate, Origins has struck a chord with fandom as a powerful new lens for exploring this world we love so much.

In this episode, Patrick and Contributing Host Peter from the Midwest take a deep look at the first eight issues of Origins. How does this prequel stack up to the original film? How does it compare to the other Titan comics to date? What does it contribute to the Blade Runner conversation?

Join us as we find out!

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In this episode, Patrick and Jaime are joined by contributing hosts Micah and Peter to discuss the first two episodes of Crunchyroll's new Blade Runner CG animated series. There's a high bar set by the first two Blade Runner films. Does Black Lotus measure up? Will the series keep the Blade Runner legacy intact? We attempt to answer all of these questions and more.

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We are just hours from the official worldwide release of Blade Runner: Black Lotus! Eugene Son, a writer and producer on the series, was kind enough to chat with Jaime, Patrick, and (newly-minted!) Contributing Host Peter from the Midwest about the series, Blade Runner's relationship with anime, and how this huge new story came to life.

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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 for Villeneuve's film. Join us. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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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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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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. 

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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Shoulder of Orion is taking a temporary break from our regular release schedule. 

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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In this episode of Frame Rate, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime discuss season one of The Mandalorian, their first experiences with the show, and how it sits within the Star Wars universe. From those quiet moments on Tatooine with Quill, to Din's first discovery of The Child, the Frame Rate crew dive back into what makes Star Wars so great. 

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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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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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In this installment of Interlinked, Jaime, Patrick, and Dan are joined by recurring guest and listener Murray and his daughter Eve to discuss all things Blade Runner. The question 'What does it mean to be human?', continues to be the center question as we process what the story and characters of Blade Runner mean to us. We discuss all of this and more with our guest and his young daughter, hearing a fresh perspective on a topic that never gets old. We hope you enjoy. 

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In part two of our coverage of Ridley Scott's Raised by Wolves, Jaime is joined by Ryan Zeid of Xenomorphing and The Hive Mind Podcast. Is Raised By Wolves a triumph or a tragedy? Jaime and Ryan discuss all of this and more in this bonus holiday episode. 

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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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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. 

Ridley Scott: A Retrospective is available at all major book outlets. 

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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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FRAME RATE: Demons, Witches, & The Dark: A Halloween Special

Welcome to our first Halloween Special! Jaime and Dan discuss some of their favorite scary movies, including The Exorcist (1973), Hereditary (2018), and more! So light some candles, turn the lights down, and join us while we explore the darker side of film.

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We’ve discussed the concept art, we’ve discussed the architecture, and now, at last, we come to the production design of Blade Runner 2049 in all its facets: the cityscapes, the objects, the costumes—the physical world these characters inhabit.

We also spend time unpacking the ways in which the built environment of Blade Runner 2049 diverges from the iconic world created in Blade Runner. The visual language of 2049 is at once a profound departure from Ridley Scott’s first film and an homage to it; an echo, an aftershock, a premonition.

Join Jaime, Patrick, and Dan for this eighth installment of our ongoing series on Blade Runner 2049.

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Blade Runner 2049 proved itself almost immediately iconic in many ways: the otherworldly visual language, the intoxicating score, the characters we stayed up talking about till odd hours of the night, etc.

For fans of architecture, the built environment of Blade Runner 2049 is particularly special. A fusion of past, present, and imagined, the architecture in the film is a wonderful glimpse into deeper truths within the world these characters inhabit.

On this episode, Jaime and Patrick are joined by our ever-brilliant friend Dr. Robin Bunce. On its face, this episode is really an investigation into several key buildings in the film—but as you'll hear, things go quite a bit deeper than that.

SHOW NOTES

Here are some of Dr. Bunce's suggested reading materials, consulted in preparation for this recording:

• Bradley Garrett, Bunker: Building for the End Times (2020)
• Barnabas Calder, Raw Concrete: The Beauty of Brutalism (2016)
• Duncan Bell and Bernardo Zacka, Political Theory and Architecture (2020)

And be sure to pick up Blade Runner 2049 and Philosophy: This Breaks the World, co-edited by Dr. Bunce and featuring written contributions from the Shoulder of Orion team!

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Join Patrick and Jaime as they discuss the conceptual design for Blade Runner 2049 as detailed in Tanya Lapointe's latest collaborative book, Interlinked: The Art. In this episode, we discuss how similar to the original film 2049 began while in the concept stage, to the very unique yet world-specific look that ended up in the final film. 

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Returning to the director's chair, writer/director Charlie Kaufman takes us on a terrifying, beautiful, and mysterious ride in 2020's I'm Thinking of Ending Things. Is it a fantasy? Is it a horror film? Can we make sense of its ending? Join Patrick, Micah, Jaime, and Dan as we recount our experience and our varied interpretations of this fascinating film.

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Ridley Scott’s new series Raised by Wolves is being lauded as an authentic return to original science fiction. Familiar themes like religion, A.I., and humanity’s fate beyond Earth resurface in this original ten-episode season.

Shoulder of Orion and Perfect Organism hosts Jaime Prater, Patrick Greene, and Dan Ferlito sit down to review and discuss the first three episodes of the show.

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In this episode, Dan and Jaime review the recently released science fiction short film Slice of Life. Described as a love letter to similar films of the 1980s, directors Luka Hrgović and Dino Julius craft a world so authentically and perfectly, the only comparison that holds up is Ridley Scott’s genre defining film Blade Runner, released in 1982.

Join us as we review the film and discuss all of the love and care that went into its magnificent creation.

Slice of Life

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Dan, Patrick, and Jaime wrap up a two part series on the films of Denis Villeneuve. In this episode they cover why Villeneuve may have been chosen for Blade Runner 2049, his directing style and approach, as he helmed what proved to be the riskiest of sequels ever to have been made. 

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For many fans in the English-speaking world, Blade Runner 2049 was their first exposure to the work of Denis Villeneuve. But for those lucky enough to have discovered his oeuvre earlier—whether through his searing Canadian work or his Hollywood breakthrough in the early 2010s—Blade Runner 2049 was confirmation of what they likely already knew: Denis Villeneuve is a talent of the very highest caliber. 

In this next entry of our extended exploration into Blade Runner 2049, Dan, Jaime, and Patrick discuss Denis’ unique filmmaking gifts through the lens of his previous films, laying the groundwork for our next conversation on how those gifts helped make Blade Runner 2049 the miracle we know it to be today.

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Patrick, Dan, and Jaime take a few minutes to discuss the recently released stills from Blade Runner: Black Lotus, the new CG Anime series coming to AdultSwim. 

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In part two of our 2049 series, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime discuss the development of the film. From the whopping $150 million dollar budget to Ridley Scott handing the reins to Denis Villeneuve, we leave no stone unturned as we further explore this miracle of a film. 

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Why does the story of Luke Skywalker and the Rebellion resonate with us? Why do we flock to stories of resistance and uprising in films and books? What speaks to us about these particular fables? Join Jaime, Dan, Patrick, and special guest, Dr. Robin Bunce as we dive into this topic amidst a backdrop of an American and global uprising. 

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Blade Runner (1982) is singular in that it's a film that never asked for a sequel, nor, arguably, did it need one. In 2017, despite a lack of demand, the world, and fandom was given a sequel. In this second entry in our new series, covering Blade Runner: 2049, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime discuss whether or not Blade Runner needed a sequel, and where fandom was before the news of 2049. 

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In 1980, David Lynch, widely known for his avant-garde cinema aesthetic, briefly changed course and released one of the best pictures of the 20th Century. The Elephant Man, starring Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir John Hurt, and Anne Bancroft took critics and audiences by storm with its depiction of John Merrick, a real man that lived in breathed in turn of the century England.

Jaime, and special guest Mark Deckard dive into The Elephant Man, and all of the questions surrounding his story.

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At last, we are officially launching into our extended series on Blade Runner 2049. In the months to come, we will be covering all sorts of aspects of the film's production, story, design, score, and more.

In this kick-off episode, hosts Dan, Patrick, and Jaime come together to discuss this moment in history—and how Blade Runner 2049 speaks to it.

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In this episode of our Patreon exclusive show, Jaime, and Patrick discuss David Lynch's divisive yet visually arresting film, Dune. 

Dune, released in 1984, was the culmination of years of struggle to bring Frank Herberts seminal novel to the big screen. Notable attempts include the now storied Jodorowsky version which fell apart during pre-production.

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In this second installment of our live community-conversations series, Jaime and Patrick are joined by Mark Deckard, Murray Kucherawy, and Rick Howard (lead admin of Fields of Calantha). This episode, like all Interlinked installments, was live-streamed to Facebook via our page.

If you'd like to join the conversation, be sure to follow us on social media—we will be hosting another of these roundtables in a couple of weeks.

We are with you through these dangerous days, just as you are with us. We are thinking of you.

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Enhance...ENHANCE... We've all heard those words in countless films. In this second episode of our Tech Spotlight, highlighting the technology and hardware of the Blade Runner films, Patrick and Dan dive into the design and use of the Esper machine that our disgruntled detective uses to track down the escaped Replicants. The conversation took a few turns we weren't necessarily expecting, and Rutger Hauer even chimes in on what he said was his favorite scene in the 1982 classic.

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Damien Chazelle's fourth film, First Man, was undeniably one of 2018's best. The VFX team won the Oscar for their unparalleled work in bringing the Earth and the Moon to life with stunning realism and breathtaking photography. Based on James Hansen's biography, the film takes us beyond the Gemini and Apollo programs' achievements and moves inward, to an intimate portrayal of Armstrong's personal life and family struggles.

Ryan Gosling and Claire Foy's performances are as haunting as they are beautiful, and the quiet, atmospheric style of their portrayal has left us with a film that is certainly one of the best of the decade.

Join Dan, Jaime, and Patrick in our discussion of what we love (and what we don't love) about this incredible cinematic masterpiece.

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In this impromptu discussion, hosts Jaime, and Patrick are joined by guest, and friend Craig Wright. We at Shoulder of Orion feel like it's important to continue to be there for each other as we march on through so much uncertainty as a fandom, and a global society. This episode is dedicated to our friends Mark Deckard, Ciaran Marcantonio, and many more dealing with so much right now. 

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In this second part of our discussion on Dystopia, hosts Dan, Patrick, Jaime, and special guest Dr. Robin Bunce continue their exploration into the message of dystopia found in film and media. 

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In this special episode, your hosts Jaime, Dan, and Patrick are joined by special guest Dr. Robin Bunce, a historian based at Homerton College, University of Cambridge. Why are we drawn to stories of dystopia? Are storytellers and filmmakers prophets? We pose these questions to you in part one of our two part discussion. Join us. 

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In Christopher Nolan's 2010 blockbuster, Inception, themes we are familiar with from science fiction are explored in a unique and visually-stunning way. 

Winner of four Oscars, with a star-studded cast and incredible performances, as well as one of Hanz Zimmer's best scores (in Dan's opinion), this film asks of us the BIG questions: what is the nature of our reality? Can what we dream be real? If you had unlimited time with your loved ones, what would you build? What would you explore?

Wildly-successful, this film has something for everyone; but while it's easy to watch it as a heist/Bond sci-fi-action movie, that's just scratching the surface.

Join Dan, Patrick, and Jaime as they take a deep dive into one of their favorite films.

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In this episode, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime sit down with two special guests and discuss our current pandemic reality as it relates to Blade Runner. We are joined by recurring guest Peter from the Midwest and a good friend of ours and first time guest, Mark Deckard. What does it mean to be human in our world right now? How do we rise to meet the challenge of the moment? Those questions and more are discussed in depth in this round table episode. 

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In this episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Dan return from a much needed hiatus to discuss season three of Shoulder of Orion, their new series and much much more. We hope you enjoy and thank you all for your continued support. 

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In this episode, Jaime, Dan & Patrick sit down to discuss what went into the making of their full length audio drama, 2020: Gethsemane. From writing a 50 plus page draft in four days, to painstakingly crafting a score that would conjure the world of Blade Runner without retreading what we've heard; the hosts of Shoulder of Orion bring you behind the curtain on their crowning achievement. 

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At the very end of 2019, we lost yet another Blade Runner great: visual futurist, designer, and artist Syd Mead. In this episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Dan pay tribute to the man who was integral to much of the concept design and visual feel of Blade Runner, Aliens, Tron, and Blade Runner 2049 among many other films. Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of Mr. Mead, and we offer this episode as a final thank you to a man who has taken us by the hand for most of our lives and turned our collective dreams of the future into a tangible reality that will live on forever.

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This is the final installment in our mini-series on Rachael, and our larger series 'A 700 Layer Cake: The Cult of Blade Runner'. In this last episode of 2019, Jaime, Dan and Patrick, with special guests Micah Greene and Maj convene to continue the discussion on the character of Rachael, her resonance in the world of Blade Runner and beyond. 2019 has been a spectacular year for us as a podcast and a fan community. Thank you all for your support. 

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In part two of our live event in downtown Los Angeles, our guests, Joanna Cassidy, Charles de Lauzirika and Paul Sammon take part in a Q&A with our live audience. 

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In this special episode which was recorded live, hosts Jaime, Patrick and Dan sit down with Golden Globe award-winning actor Joanna Cassidy, restoration producer and award-winning director Charles de Lauzirika, and film historian and author Paul M Sammon to discuss Blade Runner in the banner year in which Ridley Scott's brilliant original was set. This will be a moment in time that none of us will forget. We are excited to share it with all of you.

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In this episode, Dan and Patrick review and discuss Titan comic's completed Volume 1 story arc (Issues 1-4). SPOILERS AHEAD! This series is off to a phenomenal start, and we are excited to tell you about some of our favorite moments in this new, beautiful piece of Blade Runner art.

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On November 13th 2019, in downtown Los Angeles, Shoulder of Orion is throwing its first live event with special guests JOANNA CASSIDY, PAUL SAMMON, and CHARLES DE LAUZIRIKA. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime experience in the place where it all started. Listeners to this episode will have access to a special 20% off discount code, and when you buy a ticket we will email you a 10% discount code for the Netropolis Bar Experience valid for that night. You don't want to miss this! Join us for an epic day of Blade Runner immersion.

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In this episode, hosts Patrick, Dan and Jaime are joined by contributing host Micah Greene to discuss the character of Rachael. Who is Rachael? How much of Sean Young's personal experience on set is in the finalized character we see in Blade Runner? Does it matter? Join Shoulder of Orion as we explore these questions and more in our first episode devoted to what may be one the most iconic female characters in film.

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In this episode Shoulder of Orion commemorates the two year anniversary of the release of Blade Runner 2049. Founder and host Jaime Prater and special guest host Inge Kolstad sit down to interview Michael Legato a VFX coordinator on the film. At the heart of our discussion are the over two hundred images that Legato released on social media from his time on set. From stories about going out with Sean Young in drag, to a mysterious dream sequence with horses, Michael talks intimately about what it was like being in the trenches of Denis Villenueve's masterpiece Blade Runner 2049.

We hope you enjoy!

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In part two of our tribute to Roy Batty, Jaime, Micah and Patrick conclude the emotionally fraught conversation from part one. Included in this episode are some of the words and voices of so many of you who took time out of your day to write in and leave us voice messages. We'd like to thank all of our listeners for making this podcast so special and rewarding. We all felt Rutger Hauer's passing deeply. Thank you for sharing in that loss while celebrating a character and a man that will never be forgotten. 

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In this heart-felt episode, Jaime, Dan, Patrick and special contributor Micah Greene gather round to remember the character of Roy Batty, his resonance in our lives and in the genre of science fiction. This is a very special episode for everyone involved and we hope it is for you as well. Stay tuned for part two of this discussion.

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In this exclusive interview episode, Jaime sits down with independent filmmakers Dino and Luka as they discuss their award-winning Blade Runner-inspired short film, Slice of Life. This is an interview not-to-be-missed. 

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With the sudden passing of the beloved Rutger Hauer, we decided it was important to commemorate his life and work, and of course the iconic characters he has portrayed in his acting career. Friend of the show and film historian Paul Sammon joins Dan, Patrick, and Jaime to reminisce on the life of the iconic actor. It's been a sad time for all of us fans, but we hope to spread some of Rutger's positive spirit with you and celebrate his life.

Rutger Hauer's memoir "All Those Moments" can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/All-Those-Moments-Villains-Replicants/dp/0061133906

Rutger Hauer's Starfish Association:
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“Music is the most multi-dimensional knowledge we have. It's as specific as nature can be. Any form nature takes contains a specific sound combination. Music is a language. It's a memory of the cosmic system, a memory of past and future. Above all it's science not entertainment.”

― Vangelis

Join Jaime, Patrick and Dan for an exploration of the man behind the sound of Blade Runner. From his days as a child, through his Academy Award Winning score for Chariots of Fire, the hosts of Shoulder of Orion leave no stone unturned. 

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It was clear from our first deep-dive into the Theatrical Cut that one episode wasn't going to be enough to cover it. In Part 2, Jaime and Patrick are joined by frequent guest Peter and first-time guest Steve for an extended, wide-ranging investigation into Blade Runner as it first greeted the world at large in 1982.

This time around, the team spends a great deal of time looking at historical context—not just the history of the film, but the history of ourselves. Steve, a film/TV professional who fell in love with Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? in the sixties and saw Blade Runner in the theater, shares his unique perspective with us. We also take time exploring initial critical reactions to the film—and end up finding some kindred spirits in small-market newspapers nearly forty years ago.

The journey of Blade Runner is a crazy, quixotic, beautiful mess. We are so lucky to explore it with all of you.

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We're so excited to bring you a first look at Titan Comic's inaugural issue of Blade Runner 2019! In this spoiler-free minisode, Dan, Jaime, and Patrick discuss the first issue of this groundbreaking series. Does it feel like Blade Runner? Are these characters worth getting excited about? Does it feel like the canon sequel it is? 

Listen for the full scoop—and for details on how you can score a limited-run signed variant cover signed by co-writer Mike Johnson. To read our full written review, visit http://bit.ly/2YMGREO.

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In this part one of two, Dan, Patrick, and Jaime reconvene to discuss the theatrical cut of Blade Runner, the controversy surrounding its narration, and the effect the initial release of the film had on its audience in 1982. This episode is a bit of a return to form for the show. We hope you enjoy.

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Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast proudly presents

2020:GETHSEMANE

Written and Directed by Jaime Prater

Story by Jaime Prater & Daniele Ferlito

Original Score by Patrick Greene,

Sound Design by Jaime Prater

Casting 

Jaime Prater, Daniele Ferlito, Patrick Greene & Micah Greene

Produced by Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast

Starring

Miguel Romero, Emily Ryker, John Stiens & Thea Lux

In Supporting Roles

Evilyn Rae, Jacin Harter, Taylor Waterman, Mike Andrews

Craig Wright, Anna Rossi, Brian Delucchi, Gary Levin

Daniele Ferlito, Carla Rosa, Simão Vaz, and Micah Greene

Opening Scroll by Kevin Kordis

2020:Gethsemane follows the lives of three Nexus 8 Replicants in hiding as they are confronted with a choice:
do they risk their lives for something bigger than them, or do they remain safe?

Set in San Francisco in the year 2020, just after the events of Ridley Scott’s film Blade Runner.

Gethsemane is a full-length audio drama produced by Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast.

In this episode, documentarian, filmmaker and producer Charles de Lauzirika returns to the show for an interview with Jaime, Patrick and Dan. Dive into the details of the production of Blade Runner: The Final Cut, the documentary Dangerous Days, the deleted and alternate scenes of the film, and more!
Charles' passion for cinema and film-making shines through in another exclusive interview where together we explore Blade Runner and other films that inspire us all!

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The mysterious "toymaker" J.F. Sebastian is an iconic part of Blade Runner history—and the man behind the character is just as fascinating. In this interview, beloved character actor William Sanderson sits down with Dan and Patrick to discuss his journey to Hollywood, his experience working with Ridley Scott, and his recent memoir (which you can purchase here, on Amazon).

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In this episode, Dan and Jaime discuss the origins of the Blade Runner fandom. From the first unofficial fanzine, CITYSPEAK, started by Sarah Campbell, to Blade Zone and more, this episode features the thoughts and voices of figures who have been around since the beginning.

Here's a link to the first issue of CITYSPEAK:
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In this episode of our 700 Layer Cake series, Dan sits down with Blade Runner superfan Gary Willoughby as he reminisces on his decades-long involvement in Blade Runner fandom. From his work with BladeZone hunting down actors and crew for exclusive interviews, to his participation in the Dangerous Days documentary, the 2007 Night at the Bradbury Final Cut release party, and more. Gary has a unique insight on the world of Blade Runner and its fans. We hope you enjoy this intimate conversation with one of the original veterans of our favorite dystopian universe!

For more info on the 2007 Final Cut Premiere at the Bradbury:
http://media.bladezone.com/contents/film/Party/partyarticle.php

On Morgan Paull:
http://www.morganpaull.com/home.html

Gary's interview on the Dangerous Days documentary can be found in disk 4 of the
Special/Collector's edition or on the Final Cut in the Enhancement Archive under:
Nexus Generation: Fans and Filmmakers

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In this episode Jaime, Patrick, and Dan interview the lauded Hampton Fancher, who wrote the screenplay for Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049. This is an exclusive interview coming on the heels of Fancher’s new book, ‘The Wall Will Tell You’ which acts as a poet’s guide to screenwriting. The conversation then shifts to Blade Runner, Philip K Dick and the generation of filmmakers that Fancher has helped to inspire. This interview is a dream come true for all us at Shoulder of Orion. We sincerely hope you are as touched and moved by it as we are.

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In this minisode, Patrick talks with David Leach, Senior Creative Editor at Titan Comics. David is overseeing the creation of the upcoming Blade Runner 2019 comic series; he was kind enough to give us TONS of new details and information you won't find anywhere else.

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In this exclusive interview, hosts Dan, Patrick, and Jaime sit down with Golden Globe award-winning actor Joanna Cassidy to discuss her career in acting, her role as Zhora in Blade Runner, and her decades in the film industry. From encounters with creepy studio executives to being a single mother of two, Ms. Cassidy is delightfully candid, funny and unforgettable. We hope you enjoy listening.

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Welcome to the first installment of our first-ever Shoulder of Orion miniseries: A 700 Layer Cake: The Cult of Blade Runner! Since we'll be spending a great deal of time over the coming months focusing on the first Blade Runner film, we thought it fitting to go back to the very beginning: Philip K. Dick's seminal Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

Before there was a global fan community—before there were films, before there were digital paintings and tribute albums and comic books and computer games and fan conventions—there was a little book by a brilliant, troubled man.

Our story—the story of this very podcast—begins with that novel. 

Let's start from the beginning.

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Shoulder of Orion teams up with fellow podcaster Tony from the FlicksXRayed movie podcast for the first ever cross-over episode of the show. Join us as we have fun seeing which of us is best at Blade Runner trivia (Hint: it's NOT Dan), and have deeper discussion on the film that started it all.

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In this episode, Dan, Patrick and Jaime kick off their new series A 700 Layer Cake: The Cult of Blade Runner. 

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In this episode, Patrick and Jaime are joined by Dr. Robin Bunce to discuss the year we’ve stepped into and its parallels to Ridley Scott’s vision of 2019, challenges and lessons.  This was a deep and heady discussion, just the sort of thing we love best. 

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In this episode, Jaime and Dan discuss the Secret Cinema Blade Runner event with producer Andrea Moccia and attendees Simao and Carlos. This is a three segment episode which provides a very exclusive window into a very, well, secretive experience. Enjoy.

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Jaime, Patrick and Dan are joined by special guests Peter from the MidWest, and Iain Souter, admin and founder of Blade Runner - Worldwide Fans Group and Blade Runner 2049 - Worldwide Fans Group. In this fantastic episode, we all discuss in granular detail, Niander Wallace as played by Jared Leto. Is Niander a Replicant? Does he believe he’s god? We talk about that and so much more on this exclusive episode. 

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In this mini-episode, Dan, Patrick and Jaime  talk about the next Shoulder of Orion series announcement and the status of their original audio drama, 2020: Gethsemane.

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In this episode—part two of a series on Luv—Jaime sits down for discussion with guests Ricardo Silvestre and Iain Souter. From Luv being God’s angel of death, to whether or not she’s fragile, Iain, Ricardo, and Jaime spend an hour and a half diving into this incredible character.

In this episode, Patrick, Dan, and Jaime sit down to speak with author Lou Tambone to discuss his latest collaborative book, The Cyberpunk Nexus: Exploring The Blade Runner Universe.

Patrick, Dan and Jaime convene to celebrate the first year of Blade Runner 2049. From their memories of that first screening, and what the film means, to its complete embrace by fandom, the team at Shoulder of Orion raises its glass to what can be only be described as a miracle: Blade Runner 2049, released October 6th, 2017.

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In the second of two episodes, JM and Dan sit down with Dr. Timothy Shanahan, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University. This episode is the conclusion of an in-depth and gratifying discussion which covers philosophy and Blade Runner 2049. Enjoy.

Here is a link to the book, also available on Amazon etc:
https://www.palgrave.com/us/book/9781137412287

For more info on Timothy Shanahan and his other writings:
http://faculty.lmu.edu/timothyshanahan/

The Pacific Standard interview on Blade Runner 2049:
https://psmag.com/news/meaning-of-life-blade-runner-2049

Like Stories of Old: In Search of the Distinctively Human
https://youtu.be/O4etinsAy34

Plato's "Allegory of the Cave", explained
https://youtu.be/SWlUKJIMge4

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In the first of two episodes, JM and Dan sit down with Dr. Timothy Shanahan, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University. From Descartes to Deckard, Nietzsche to Batty, the discussion explores Tim's book Philosophy and Blade Runner as together they shed old light on new problems and new light on old problems.

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In another exclusive interview, Dan sits down with Territory Studio Creative Lead Peter Eszenyi, who created the screen effects for some of the most memorable scenes in Blade Runner 2049. From the spinner displays, to the Denabase, to the beautiful bone scan sequence in the morgue, Peter gets into great detail on the direction his team received from Denis Villeneuve himself and how they were able to incorporate abstract concepts into beautiful, iconic screens that the actors could interact with on set during filming. Join us in another deep dive into the beautiful visuals of the film and the artists behind them.

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If there’s one character who crystalizes the beautiful ambivalence that defines Blade Runner 2049, it’s Luv. In this sprawling roundtable, Dan, Patrick, Micah, and returning guest Dr. Robin Bunce dive headfirst into the mysteries surrounding this fascinating character. Stay tuned at the end for some insightful guest commentary from Iain Souter. 

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We have come upon the one year anniversary of Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast. What a year it's been. In this mini episode Jaime, Patrick and Dan discuss their first year, and how incredible the journey has been so far.

This is the second part of a two part series with film historian Paul M. Sammon to discuss his life and his history with Blade Runner. Along the way, Dan and Jaime continue the discussion of the newly released 3rd edition of his legendary book: Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner.

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On this episode of Shoulder of Orion, Jaime and Dan sit down with film historian Paul M. Sammon to discuss his life and his history with Blade Runner. Along the way, they also discuss the newly released edition of his legendary book: Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner.

This is the first of a two-part series.

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It's no accident that it has taken the Blade Runner podcast nearly a year to release a Deckard episode: he's one of the most complex, nuanced characters in a saga full of complexity and nuance, and he's surprisingly hard to talk about. In this deeply personal episode, JM, Dan, and Patrick take the conversation far beyond the typical is-he-or-isn't-he-a-replicant argument and discuss the full arc of this complicated character, from his roots in Philip K. Dick's novel to the sublime moment in 2049 when he meets his child for the first time.

We also look to our social media group (Fields of Calantha) for inspiration, sharing some personal reflections on Deckard from listeners.

It might've taken us a year to get to this moment, but we feel like the resultant conversation was worth it. We brought our all to this one. 

We hope you enjoy it.

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Joi, as played by Ana de Armas, continues to be one of the most discussed characters from Blade Runner 2049. In our ongoing conversations, Shoulder of Orion hosts: Dan, Patrick, JM, and contributing host Micah invite Dr. Robin Bunce back on to speak on Joi's role in 2049 and her humanity (or lack thereof) within the story. Rounding out the symposium panel is special guest Barbara Schmuker, a first-time guest on the show, and yet another important voice in the fandom. Please join us for this exciting/long-awaited/often requested episode.

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We recently delved into the history and design of the iconic Spinner on our first-ever Tech Spotlight (see episode 26); now, with this exclusive interview, we're taking things even deeper. JM recently had the opportunity to chat with Peter Tindall—one of the artists responsible for bringing the Spinners of 2049 to life.

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On this mini-episode JM and Patrick quietly and informally celebrate all that the world of Blade Runner has brought to us as fans. Today, Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast celebrates Blade Runner Day, which is the incept date for Rachael, the character that both films revolve around. 

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On this episode, hosts Dan, Patrick, and JM sit down with contributing host Micah Greene and special guest Peter (from the midwest) to discuss Officer K. 

Peter surprised us all by starting out the conversation with a simple question, but an important one. We hope that you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it.

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For more than four decades, Academy Award-winning sound editor Mark Mangini has worked with some of the biggest names in the business on some of the highest-profile projects of our time. With over one hundred twenty-five film credits to his name (including Aladdin, The Fifth Element, Mad Max: Fury Road, and Blade Runner 2049), Mangini’s sound work has become an indelible part of our moviegoing lives.

In this impassioned interview, Mangini takes Patrick and JM on a sonic field trip they’ll never forget. Along the way, they learn the backstories behind some of the most unforgettable moments in the film—and gain amazing firsthand insights into the spur-of-the-moment decisions that shaped the movie into the transcendent document it became.

It’s one of the best conversations we’ve ever had.

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Few cinematic objects are as iconic—and as frequently copied—as the legendary Spinner. In this episode (our first Tech Spotlight!), Dan and Patrick go in-depth on the beloved vehicle, delving into its astonishingly believable appearance in Blade Runner, its evolved design(s) in Blade Runner 2049, and beyond. And using Dan's background in air traffic control, they pick apart the actual flight sequence in Blade Runner in a level of detail you need to hear to believe.

Below are two examples of a PAR (Precision Approach Radar) scope, mentioned in the scene where Gaff's spinner is descending over the LAPD roof following instructions from air traffic control.

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In this nearly two hour episode, Dan, Patrick, and JM are joined by Micah Greene, our regular contributor, and special guests Evie and Clara. The topic at hand in this discussion is the love scene between Rachael and Deckard in 2019. This scene has proven to be highly controversial among our listeners and hosts. Please join us for this riveting conversation. Please remember to send us your feedback either via email, a voicemail, or a recorded memo. We would love to hear from you. 

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Continuing in our one on one interview series, JM sits down with character actor, Tomas Lemarquis to discuss his role on the film, working with Ryan Gosling, and superstar, Sophia. 

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In this special minisode, JM, Dan, and Patrick come together to celebrate Blade Runner 2049's two Academy Award wins. Along the way, they take a moment to appreciate the significance of this moment for the franchise, for the fandom, and for the recipients on the Oscars stage. 

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JM, Patrick, Ryan and Dan sit down and go through our incredible amount of listener feedback to discuss what you all think and believe about the many topics we've featured on the show. As always, thank you so much for listening, for your support and Love. We do this for you, because we are one of you.

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For so many of us, Blade Runner 2049 continues to cast a spell. As we here at Shoulder of Orion move forward, we are committed to bringing you exclusive content which includes behind the scenes interviews with many of the filmmakers, actors and writers involved with the film. In this interview, JM had the pleasure of speaking with Loren Peta, the actor hired to play Rachael 2.0 on the set of Blade Runner 2049. Enjoy.

Dan, Patrick, and Jaime convene for an impromptu minisode to discuss the 90th Oscar nominations, and the five categories that Denis Villeneuve's masterpiece, Blade Runner 2049 is nominated for. 

In this episode, JM sits down to interview Richard Clegg, Visual Effects Supervisor for The Moving Picture Company—and recent Academy Award nominee for visual effects for Blade Runner 2049. Before that interview, JM, Patrick, and our new cohost, Dan, discuss the character of Rachael from 2019, and what it was like to see her again in 2049.

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To get your exclusive 20% discount: go to bit.ly/philosophyandbladerunner and enter PM18TWENTY at checkout. Offer expires February 20, 2018.

Palgrave Macmillan, publisher of Timothy Shanahan's amazing Philosophy and Blade Runner, have kindly arranged for our listeners to get an exclusive 20% discount off the cover price of the book (both the physical edition and the e-book). We want to make it as convenient as possible to get this book into your hands, as we've got some related episodes coming up and we would LOVE to have you call in and join the conversation!

We're also planning on launching a little book club around Philosophy and Blade Runner via Fields of Calantha (our Facebook discussion group). More details on that will come shortly.

The discount code will expire on February 20, 2018, so grab a copy ASAP and get ready to read together!

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A couple of weeks ago, a new listener named Evie wrote in and opened up to us about how she experiences the world of Blade Runner. All of the staff at Shoulder of Orion were collectively heartened and blown away by the contents of her letter, so much so that we invited her as a guest on the podcast. At that point, Evie hadn't seen 2049. Please join us as we discuss the importance of stories featured in both Blade Runner films, what it means to fit in, to be validated as a human, and live our collective agencies. Joining us in this episode are hosts JM Prater, Patrick Greene, his partner, Micah Greene, and our newly recurring host, Daniele Ferlito. 

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Patrick and Jaime are joined by special guest Dan Ferlito as they dive into the significance of memory, unicorn totems, and what it means to be human. This episode continues the deeper exploration of Blade Runner 2049, and how it continues to sit with us as the film leaves theaters and awaits a home video release. 

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Dr. Robin Bunce, a historian of political ideas at the University of Cambridge, published a thought-provoking article in the New Statesman in October on how Blade Runner 2049's dystopian setting feels unsettlingly close to our own current cultural-political moment. We reached out to him for an interview, and it was so fascinating we called him back for a follow-up! In the first half, Patrick talks to Robin about geopolitics, architecture, slaves, distribution of wealth, and more; in the second half, JM focuses on why Dr. Bunce thinks Luv is the most fascinating character in the whole film.

Be sure to read Dr. Bunce's article, and let us know your thoughts! We look forward to having him back on the show.

If you'd like to purchase Owen Hatherley's A New Kind of Bleak (referenced in the first half), you can find it here.

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I am pleased to bring you an exclusive interview with Charles de Lauzirika, the director behind Blade Runner: The Final Cut, and director of Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner. Charles spends a good amount of time, discussing his love for Blade Runner, and his involvement with the restoration of what is now widely known as Ridley Scott's definitive edit of his 1982 masterpiece, Blade Runner. It's important to note that without Charles, there would be no Final Cut. We talk about all of that and more. Please join us for a listen. 

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In this exclusive interview episode, Jaime sits down with the minature artists behind Blade Runner: 2049: Weta Workshop's Steven Saunders, Chris Menges, and Joaquin Loyzaga. Learn the secrets behind expansive worlds like the Trash Mesa, and that incredible and amazing cityscape we have loved since our affair with the original film. This conversation was informative and surreal. Thanks to Steven, Chris and Joaquin for their time and efforts, and lifting the veil for all of us fans.

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Patrick and Jaime discuss listener letters and voicemails from the past few episodes. The topic of Joi comes up again, as the character continues to be a source of fascination and controversy. Thank you to everyone who called and wrote us. This podcast means so much to us, and it's wonderful to hear that it means so much to you.

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In what is our longest episode yet, clocking in at around two hours, Jaime and Patrick are joined by Micah Greene, fan of Blade Runner, and coincidentally, Patrick's spouse and partner. Hold on to your hats, this episode is intense, as Jaime, Patrick and Micah breakdown the role and portrayal of women in Blade Runner 2049, while briefly discussing the visibility of people of color. The best science fiction asks hard questions, it shows us a mirror of ourselves, pushing us to explore, understand more. This is exactly what this amazing conversation turns into. We hope you enjoy. 

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It's been a few weeks since Blade Runner 2049 had its wide theatrical release, and the reverberations of this amazing film have been felt in all corners of Blade Runner fandom. JM, Ryan, and Patrick decided it was time to gather together for another freewheeling roundtable discussion episode to unpack what's on our minds.

What are the images, ideas, sound cues, etc. we can't stop thinking about? What are fans delving into on social media? How has our relationship with this film and its characters changed as we've seen it again and again over the past month?

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In this episode, Patrick, Ryan, and Jaime each take a segment to discuss portions from behind the scenes of Blade Runner: 2049 starting with a small breakdown of the music, as hosted by Patrick, followed by a behind the scenes interview of 2049 with director Denis Villeneuve as conducted by The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson, broken down by Ryan Zeid. In the last segment, Jaime interviewes Matt Hemenway about a special Q&A event held at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, Texas, featuring Sean Young (MAJOR SPOILER ALERT). We hope you enjoy.

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In this episode, Jaime and Patrick are joined by Peter Haight, an original co-founder of Perfect Organism: The ALIEN Saga Podcast. Peter is a huge fan of the Blade Runner universe and sits down to discuss specific details from the film. This was our first attempt to lightly unpack much of what we saw in 2049. If you're cool with spoilers, give this a listen. You won't be disappointed. 

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JM, and Patrick sit down to discuss their spoiler-free reactions to Blade Runner 2049. This is a brief episode, offering a glimpse into how this new sequel is sitting with us. Enjoy. 

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This is a very special episode, as Patrick, Ryan, and Jaime talk about what Blade Runner means to them. Blade Runner isn't your ordinary science fiction film, it's a very personal journey for all who adore the film. We are in a very special time, awaiting what we hope to be an incredible follow up film, as it releases tonight around the world. Join us as we ruminate about the spell only Blade Runner can cast. 

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Ryan, Patrick and Jaime sit down together (at last) to talk about Black Out, the third and final installment in the short in-universe Blade Runner films before the release of 2049. We go on to discuss the first impressions of 2049 as posted on Twitter, and a substantial and spoiler free rundown of the film, as posted by a Reddit user. This was an exciting episode. Thank you all for listening. 

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In this episode, Patrick and Jaime disucss the featured piece by Wired Magazine which is thus far, the most in-depth article surrounding the making of Blade Runner 2049. The second segment of the show details an interview that Denis Villeneuve conducted with the press in Moscow. Some very interesting things are mentioned. Kick back and enjoy as we discuss these things and so much more.

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In this episode, Patrick and Jaime discuss the latest short film, Nowhere to Run, featuring Dave Bautista as Sapper. We continue to discuss the news of Hans Zimmer taking over as composer for Blade Runner 2049, and what that could mean for the score. Last but not least, we discuss the revelation that Sean Young quietly filmed for three days to reprise her role as Rachael. All this, and so much more. Enjoy!

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On this episode, JM, Patrick, and Ryan discuss the first official entry into the Blade Runner visual universe since 1982. 2036: Nexus : Dawn is a six minute short film, directed by Luke Scott, and serves to give the audience a peak into the happenings between the end of 2019's Blade Runner and the events in 2049. This is a deep and complex discussion about the set, the mood, the implications of a perceived villain, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. 

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For our second episode, JM, Ryan and Patrick sit down to discuss the latest news surrounding Blade Runner 2049, which includes the announcement of Hans Zimmer's involvement with the score. We go on to discuss the development of 2049 over the past 18 years, and so much more. We hope you enjoy.

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Welcome to Shoulder of Orion: The Blade Runner Podcast, a brand new podcast. This is our debut episode, presented by the guys at Perfect Organism: The ALIEN Saga Podcast. In this episode, your hosts, Jaime, Patrick and Ryan talk about why Shoulder of Orion was started, the need for an exlcusive Blade Runner podcast, our first experiences with the film, favorite moments, character breakdowns, and 2049,  the forthcoming and controversial sequel to 1982's Blade Runner. We hope you enjoy this episode. There is so much more to come.

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