19 Jan 2026

3h 27m

LUPIN THE IIIRD: The Movie - The Immortal Bloodline (SPOILERS)

Sideburns & Cigarettes: A Lupin III Podcast

The Cyberburns and Cigarettes podcast dissects "Lupin the IIIrd: The Immortal Bloodline," focusing on its narrative links to "Mystery of Mamo" and its place within the Koike-verse. The panel debates the film's success in balancing familiar Lupin elements with fresh horror influences, highlighting the character of Muam and the limited role of Fujiko. Personal connections to the film's themes of mortality and the value of life experiences emerge, alongside discussions of the English dub's quality and the impact of Takeshi Koike's direction. The hosts also touch on the film's divisive reception and its significance as a potential end to the Koike-verse, praising its ability to honor the Lupin legacy.

Outlines

Part 1: Introductions, Personal Updates

Part 2: Context, Koike’s Style, Redline

Part 3: Initial Reactions, Paris Premiere

Part 4: Critical Analysis, Narrative, Editing

Part 5: US Release, Dubbing, Mamo Connections

Part 6: Theater Experience, Visuals, Violence

Part 7: Voice Acting, Characterization

Part 8: Deep Dive, Themes, Mamo Influence

Part 9: Technical Details, Final Thoughts

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LUPIN THE IIIRD: The Movie - The Immortal Bloodline (SPOILERS)

Sideburns & Cigarettes: A Lupin III Podcast

Part 1: Introductions, Personal Updates

00:00Introduction to Lupin III: The Immortal Bloodline and Podcast Guest Introductions

Introduction to Lupin III: The Immortal Bloodline and Podcast Guest Introductions

04:46Emma's Reading Journey: From the Dust Bowl to Trashy Smut

Emma's Reading Journey: From the Dust Bowl to Trashy Smut

09:27Guillaume's Unemployment, Sherlock Holmes, and Love for Theatre

Guillaume's Unemployment, Sherlock Holmes, and Love for Theatre

12:45Natalie's Detective Conan Project, Bad Bunny, and Student Radicalism

Natalie's Detective Conan Project, Bad Bunny, and Student Radicalism

17:07Chris's Sickness, Video Games, and Artwork for Sexy Co-hosts

Chris's Sickness, Video Games, and Artwork for Sexy Co-hosts

20:25Drew's Flu Avoidance and Takeshi Koike Film Binge

Drew's Flu Avoidance and Takeshi Koike Film Binge

Part 2: Context, Koike’s Style, Redline

23:34Drew's Discovery of Trava: Fist Planet and Koike's Kinetic Style

Drew's Discovery of Trava: Fist Planet and Koike's Kinetic Style

27:01Drew's Transcendent Experience with Redline and its Lupin Connections

Drew's Transcendent Experience with Redline and its Lupin Connections

30:36Drew's Donkey Kong Bonanza Obsession and Immortal Bloodline Details

Drew's Donkey Kong Bonanza Obsession and Immortal Bloodline Details

Part 3: Initial Reactions, Paris Premiere

34:49Immortal Bloodline Synopsis and Initial Reactions from Natalie and Guillaume

Immortal Bloodline Synopsis and Initial Reactions from Natalie and Guillaume

37:40Natalie's Paris Experience, Koike Q&A, and Initial Film Impressions

Natalie's Paris Experience, Koike Q&A, and Initial Film Impressions

42:45Character Analysis, Body Horror, and the Gang Getting Wrecked

Character Analysis, Body Horror, and the Gang Getting Wrecked

47:08Theater Experiences, Lupin's Speech, and Personal Reflections on Immortality

Theater Experiences, Lupin's Speech, and Personal Reflections on Immortality

50:20Lupin's Sincerity, Mamo Comparisons, and the Koikeverse Conclusion

Lupin's Sincerity, Mamo Comparisons, and the Koikeverse Conclusion

53:41Redline Recommendation and Gratitude for the Theatrical Release

Redline Recommendation and Gratitude for the Theatrical Release

55:02Guillaume's Paris Experience, Redline Regret, and Cosplaying as Koike Lupin

Guillaume's Paris Experience, Redline Regret, and Cosplaying as Koike Lupin

59:01French Release Details, Natalie's Planned Return, and Emma's Lightning Warning

French Release Details, Natalie's Planned Return, and Emma's Lightning Warning

Part 4: Critical Analysis, Narrative, Editing

1:03:00Divisive Reactions, Green vs. Red Defense, and Low Expectations

Divisive Reactions, Green vs. Red Defense, and Low Expectations

1:07:34Koike's Love for Mamo and the Narrative Path of the Koikeverse

Koike's Love for Mamo and the Narrative Path of the Koikeverse

1:12:12Fujiko's Role, Editing Issues, and the Immortal Streamline

Fujiko's Role, Editing Issues, and the Immortal Streamline

1:16:05Body Horror, Salifa's Uncanniness, and Yael Okuzaki's Greatness

Body Horror, Salifa's Uncanniness, and Yael Okuzaki's Greatness

1:19:23Gang Dynamics, Lupin's Speech, and Koike's Advice

Gang Dynamics, Lupin's Speech, and Koike's Advice

Part 5: US Release, Dubbing, Mamo Connections

1:24:23Chris's Initial Thoughts: A Strange Choice for Theatrical Release

Chris's Initial Thoughts: A Strange Choice for Theatrical Release

1:26:32Chris's Lupin III Movie Marathon and Initial Impressions

Chris's Lupin III Movie Marathon and Initial Impressions

1:30:30Richard Epcar's Zenigata and a Hilarious Dub Moment

Richard Epcar's Zenigata and a Hilarious Dub Moment

1:33:04Chris's Clone Hypothesis and Teenage Chris's Bad Taste

Chris's Clone Hypothesis and Teenage Chris's Bad Taste

1:37:41Mamo's Extraterrestrial Origins and Simpsons References

Mamo's Extraterrestrial Origins and Simpsons References

1:42:02Fujiko's Skimpy Outfit and Lady Salifa's Sinister Charm

Fujiko's Skimpy Outfit and Lady Salifa's Sinister Charm

1:44:20Goemon's Toe Kill and the Ending's Connection to Mamo

Goemon's Toe Kill and the Ending's Connection to Mamo

1:47:07Hawk's Flashback and the Importance of Seeing Mamo

Hawk's Flashback and the Importance of Seeing Mamo

Part 6: Theater Experience, Visuals, Violence

1:50:04Emma's Movie Marathon and Alyssa's Lupin Insights

Emma's Movie Marathon and Alyssa's Lupin Insights

1:52:32Theater Experience and Initial Thoughts on the Film

Theater Experience and Initial Thoughts on the Film

1:54:17Visuals, Spooky Setting, and High Stakes

Visuals, Spooky Setting, and High Stakes

1:57:37Violence and the Gang Getting Destroyed

Violence and the Gang Getting Destroyed

2:00:08Goemon's Feet and Tarantino's Vindication

Goemon's Feet and Tarantino's Vindication

2:03:10Censorship, Hawk's Demise, and Goemon's Smirk

Censorship, Hawk's Demise, and Goemon's Smirk