The Rocketeer (1991)

Author Ed Erdelac joins Perry this week to discuss the best of the 90s-era pulp hero adaptations—The Rocketeer! We discuss the origins, how well this film stands the test of time, its legacy, and posit some theories as to why it wasn't more popular when it came out. Visit Ed's Linktree for all his links [https://linktr.ee/EMErdelac] Patrons get to listen to ad-free episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club. If you want to join in, please consider supporting us through Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/supercinemapod]! Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show [https://anchor.fm/superherocinephiles/message]. You can also apply to be a guest on the show [https://superherocinephiles.com/guestinquiry]. This episode is brought to you by BlendJet. Use my special link, zen.ai/supercinemapod12 [https://zen.ai/supercinemapod12], to save 12% at blendjet.com [https://blendjet.com/products/blendjet-2?variant=32478639390786&ref=zencastr.ghost.io]. The discount will be applied at checkout! Facebook [https://facebook.com/superherocinephiles] Twitter [https://twitter.com/supercinemapod] Instagram [https://instagram.com/supercinemapod] Contact [https://superherocinephiles.com/contact]