​It’s been nearly a year since the release of Superman, so what better time to catch up with Ma Kent herself, Neva Howell?

In this special Between Takes episode of Missing Frames, Neva returns to the show to reflect on the whirlwind year following Superman’s release, including the heartfelt reactions from fans who embraced her warm, grounded portrayal of Martha Kent. She shares stories about meeting Superman fans from across the country, discusses some of the comics and Superman stories she’s been exploring lately, and opens up about what it’s been like becoming part of one of pop culture’s most beloved mythologies.

Shawn and Neva also revisit some of the film’s most emotional moments, including her and Pruitt Taylor Vince's (Pa Kent) reactions to the film's powerful final scene and why the Kent family dynamic resonated so deeply with audiences. They also discuss Neva’s recent appearances on 9-1-1: Nashville, her upcoming film projects, and her excitement about attending this year’s Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois. 

Naturally, Shawn and Neva also look ahead to the future of the DCU, including their excitement for projects like Supergirl and Lanterns. (As for Clayface… Neva may be sitting that one out.)

And yes, Shawn does his best “Lois Lane investigative journalist” impression while trying to uncover whether Ma and Pa Kent might return for James Gunn’s upcoming Superman sequel, Superman: Man of Tomorrow.

Neva’s official response?

“Fingers crossed.”

In this Missing Frames episode, Shawn and Sarah conclude their journey to Oz with Wicked: For Good. They were huge fans of Part One, but this time around? They're not quite Defying Gravity. While the performances are still strong, what should have been a powerful payoff feels more like a drawn-out third act, one that struggles to justify the filmmakers' decision to split the story into two films. 

During their discussion, Shawn and Sarah break down:

• The challenges of adapting a stage musical into two standalone films
• Why the emotional core of the story doesn’t quite land
• How separating Elphaba and Glinda for most of the runtime undermines the film’s emotional core

In the end, Wicked: For Good serves as a reminder that not every story benefits from being split into two.

HOSTS
Shawn Eastridge
Sarah Eastridge

“You can’t handle the truth!” But can you handle finally watching A Few Good Men? 

In this episode of Missing Frames, Shawn introduces returning guest Richie Pepio to Rob Reiner's iconic courtroom drama A Few Good Men. Together, they unpack what makes the movie work, from Aaron Sorkin’s signature dialogue (and early “Sorkinisms”) to Reiner’s direction and the film’s stacked cast, including Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, and Demi Moore.

Along the way, Shawn and Richie reflect on Sorkin’s evolution as a writer, the film’s origins as a stage play, and why A Few Good Men remains such a defining showcase for powerhouse acting and a reminder that Rob Reiner was truly one of the all-time great filmmakers.

HOSTS
Shawn Eastridge
Richie Pepio

In this episode of Missing Frames, Shawn and Sarah FINALLY dive into one of the biggest cultural phenomena in recent memory: Wicked (Part One). Coming in with surprisingly little knowledge of the musical, they explore whether the hype is justified. They unpack the emotional core of Elphaba and Glinda’s relationship, highlight unforgettable song and dance numbers (Jonathan Bailey FTW), and debate whether the decision to split the story into two films ultimately helps or hurts the experience. They also look ahead to Wicked: For Good, trying to make sense of the surprisingly mixed reactions from longtime fans and wondering what could possibly cause such a dramatic shift in reception.

HOSTS
Shawn Eastridge
Sarah Eastridge

In this episode of Missing Frames, John Mills returns to tackle one of Akira Kurosawa’s most acclaimed films: HIGH AND LOW. Along the way, Shawn and John discuss the film’s remarkable cinematography, its influence on filmmakers from David Fincher to Michael Mann, and why Kurosawa’s storytelling still feels strikingly modern more than sixty years later. They also reflect on Kurosawa’s legacy in global cinema, how his work shaped everything from the American Western to Star Wars, and why High and Low deserves to be considered one of the greatest crime films ever made. 

HOSTS
Shawn Eastridge
John Mills