Filmsplaining with Martyn Strange

Here's a sneak peek of an exclusive bonus episode for Patreon subscribers: The World of John Wick!follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrangeSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the short but sweet finale of Season 3, we take a wild, weird trip into the realm of mystery with master of the macabre Tod Browning. Be amazed and wonder at three one-of-a-kind attractions: The Mystic, The Unknown, and FREAKS...follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrangeSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, I chat with friend of the show Marta Djordjevic of Rewind & Revive about Elaine May's classic comedic two-hander drama Mikey & Nicky, where we discuss the fragile male ego, fights with the studio, reviving lost cinema, and the amazingly raw performance styles of John Cassavetes and Peter Falk.Check out Marta's website and podcast Rewind & Revive.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrangeSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show, writer and video essayist Olivia Bagshaw returns to discuss Paul Thomas Anderson's towering postwar drama The Master. We talk about charismatic cult leaders, score, production design, the discovery of PTSD, and doing things "for a billion years or not at all".Subscribe to Olivia's Youtube channel.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrangeSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, I have long and wide-ranging chat with writer E.T. Lyons about the feminist body horror classic Jennifer's Body from director Karyn Kusama and writer Diablo Cody. We get into the social hierarchy of high school, growing up in the early 00s, how women are pitted against each other, and how radically the film's reputation has shifted over the years, as well has ponder over Megan Fox's fascinating public persona.Read E.T.'s writing here.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrangeSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk with author Danielle Price about the Coen brothers' great Midwestern murder farce Fargo. We chat about growing up in small towns full of colorful, kooky characters, the absurdity of the case, killer performances from Frances McDormand and William H. Macy, and feeling cozy in a desolate, snowy landscape.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrangeSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show, I chat with filmmaker Alessandro Pulisci about the early works of Martin Scorsese. We discuss five short films, the importance of shorts as an art form, and how their role has changed over time. Alex also talks a bit about his experience making his own short and navigating life as a filmmaker in L.A.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Become a supporter on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, I talk to Dakota Arsenault from the Contra Zoom podcast about Edgar Wright's seminal Canadian cult classic Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, and the animated sequel series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off on Netflix. We chat about Toronto's music scene, Canadian cinema, and hipster culture, as well as where the series could potentially go from here.Patreon: https://patreon.com/martynstrangeListen to Dakota's podcast Contra Zoom here.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Become a supporter on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, I chat with writer, educator, film historian and friend of the pod Rich Johnson about two classic car movies: The Driver (1978, directed by Walter Hill), and Drive (2011, directed by Nicolas Winding Refn). We talk at length about the influence of the Western in both these films, the lineage of great car chase movies, and the importance of soundtrack in building a narrative with a (mostly) silent protagonist. Patreon: https://patreon.com/martynstrangeRead more of Rich's work at his website: https://www.richpieces.com/follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Become a supporter on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk with my pals Jared Spears and Dan Ludwig of the Concessions podcast about the Japanese cult classic Battle Royale – a bloody and savage satire that set the stage for The Hunger Games, Squid Game, and a dozen other post-apocalyptic dramas, and is said to be “the film I wish I had made” by Quentin Tarantino. Become a supporter on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the season 3 premiere, I break down the filmography of master satirist and genre-bender Bong Joon-ho: the South Korean auteur responsible for The Host, Memories of Murder, Snowpiercer, and the multiple-Oscar winning Parasite. Listen to my full conversation on Memories of Murder with Concessions here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dzJksH8jW43BLIwoAk8tZ?si=3352b82edd144ca6Check out my ranked Letterboxd list of Bong's films here: https://letterboxd.com/martynstrange/list/bong-joon-ho/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I break down my 24 favorite films of the year 2024, with some honorable mentions.Full Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/martynstrange/list/2024/ANORA review on Concessions: https://open.spotify.com/episode/01ONTpyUOqCUtBAJ5I6c38CIVIL WAR discussion on Left of the Projector: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3h40tesJ9Dw2ZqK59WqvcdNosferatu w/ Alex Walsh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN8TyekmJ6M&t=103s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode, my pal actor Alex Walsh returns to talk about one of our most anticipated films of the year, Robert Eggers' Nosferatu. After briefly discussing the original 1922 film and how it adapted the Dracula story, we dig into the craft, performances, style, and horror of Nosferatu. Was it effective? Did it meet or exceed our expectations? Listen in.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive wall the way down the rabbit hole in this very special Christmas bonus episode on Stanley Kubrick's bewildering final movie Eyes Wide Shut! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the season two finale, I go in depth on one of my cinematic heroes, martial arts superstar and 70s icon Bruce Lee. Take a listen as we run through each of his five incredibly important films, learn his story from Hong Kong to Hollywood and back again, and discuss how his legacy has endured, changing international cinema forever.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On another edition of Best Movie Year(s) Ever, I discuss the landmark year of 2007, featuring such greats as Hot Fuzz, Zodiac, Superbad, Eastern Promises, Juno, Michael Clayton, and many more! follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk with film journalist and host of the podcast ‘McFly's Movie House' Marta Djordjevic about four iconic movies involving lovers on the run: Bonnie and Clyde, Badlands, Wild at Heart, and True Romance. What makes these movies similar and what sets them apart? How do each accomplish telling a story of doomed (or redemptive) love? What do themes of crime, passion, anti-authority, and self-revelation reveal about these kinds of stories and why we return to them again and again?Marta's Podcastfollow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode I chat with my pal, actor and musician Bobby Kitchens, about the legendary indie trailblazer Roger Corman. We break down three of his movies and discuss his legacy, philosophy on filmmaking, and the other filmmakers whose careers he helped jumpstart.support Bobby on Bandcamp.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A quick update and shoutout to all my listeners! Thank you for supporting the show!follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the show, I go through David Lynch's oft-forgotten Disney film The Straight Story. I talk about the legacy of actor Richard Farnsworth, Lynch's first-time collaboration with longtime friend Sissy Spacek, and how sometimes you need a simple, wholesome movie to reset your mind and soul. follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk to actor and movie trivia extraordinaire Alex Walsh about one of our mutual favorite horror franchises: The Evil Dead. We talk about the best moments, Bruce Campbell's star-making performance, and where the movies could go in the future. An unlikely anthology that spans over 40 years, this breakdown is just in time for spooky season.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show, we're doing something a little different. I take a look at every streaming service and help you decide which ones are worth the cost, according to their content. follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk to writer and video essayist Olivia Bagshaw, host of the YouTube show “You Have Been Watching Films”, about the iconic horror sub-genre of Giallo. We discuss what makes a Giallo film, what doesn't, and how horror and thriller filmmaking was forever changed by this revolutionary and evocative moment in cinematic history.subscribe to Olivia's Youtube channel.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk with co-host of Concessions podcast Jared Spears about the vast, brutal, and sun-bleached world of Spaghetti Westerns: movies produced in Italy and Spain primarily in the 1960s and early 1970s. We discuss important directors and actors, landmark films, the cultural impact of the movement, and our favorite discoveries of over twenty films in an expansive canon.follow Concessions podcast here.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, author, educator, and my good friend K. Matthew Bennett returns to the show to talk about Stanley Kubrick's unofficial trilogy of war movies: Paths of Glory, Dr. Strangelove, and Full Metal Jacket. We talk about three radically different depictions of conflict, Kubrick's legacy, and how these films have endured as documents of war storytelling...follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk to musician, producer, & photographer Justin Hoard about Hal Ashby's The Last Detail starring Jack Nicholson. We discuss the importance and legacy of writer Robert Towne, the movie's parallel production with Chinatown, military parody, and love stories among buddies.Find Justin on Instagram @deepnthcutFollow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk to author, critic, and film educator Rich Johnson about the 1955 American gothic drama, written by James Agee and starring Robert Mitchum, from one-time director Charles Laughton. We discuss the impact of post-colonial American storytelling, religious symbolism in the film, and the careers of Laughton, Mitchum, and Lillian Gish.for more info on Rich visit richpieces.comfollow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I dive deep into the history, lore, and significance of the groundbreaking sci-fi horror franchise comprising Alien, Aliens, Alien 3, Alien: Resurrection, Prometheus, Alien: Covenant, and the newest installment, Alien: Romulus. Where did it all start? What makes these films so effective or (in some cases) ineffective? Which have aged the best? How has the legacy of Alien changed and endured in the last 40+ years? What is next for the franchise? All this and more...follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we dig into a plethora of horror offerings currently in theaters or VOD.follow and subscribe to the show on your favorite platform via the link below:https://linktr.ee/martynstrange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we discuss the style and cultural significance of the cinematic art form of Film Noir... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we continue our magical journey through the Wizarding World of Harry Potter... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we take a magical journey through the Wizarding World of Harry Potter... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we discuss and rank the films in George Miller's Mad Max Saga, and Martyn loses his mind over the Furiosa box office numbers... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we discuss four major films and the cinematic legacy of one of the most iconic pop-culture franchises: Godzilla!... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we talk about another one of the most interesting and powerful documentaries about musical artists... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we talk about some of the most interesting and powerful documentaries about musical artists... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we examine more of the best non-superhero comic book adaptations... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we examine some of the best non-superhero comic book adaptations ... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we discuss the J-horror phenomenon from its origins to the present day... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we talk about one of the best years ever for cinema: 1987... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we discuss the filmography and legacy of Robert Altman... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we discuss the history & impact of Terry Gilliam's Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which we rank the 23 best films of 2023... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.