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Two failed filmmakers dumpster dive behind the ol’ Blockbuster, wading through cigarette burns to trade off deep cuts while mainlining mainstream gems, scavenging for details that passed us by, and flocking hot takes from Mt. Hollywood. Where we’re going, you don’t need headphones…

E. Elliott II & Shawn McGee


    • Jan 1, 1970 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 42m AVG DURATION
    • 6 EPISODES


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    Mikey & Nicky (1976) or: A Tale Of Two Frenemies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 128:37


    E makes McGee announce himself outside the door before screening this seminal seventies touchstone. They swap jackets to ride Elaine May's coattails until Beatty comes a'calling, and learn that one of them is Nicky, and the other has a killer Columbo impression. SHOT4SHOT: Our favorite SHOTS from the film discussed in the episodeFollow us on the following platforms:• Patreon• Tiktok• Instagram• Twitter/X• BlueskyPlease email us at makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)comTABLE OF CONTENTS: (Timestamps are approx.)Exit Interview [Non-Spoilers] (00:00:00)Focus Group [Spoilers] (00:31:59)Under The Lights (01:11:52)Behind the Lens (01:35:05)Coming Soon (02:06:22)CALL SHEET:Written and Directed By: Elaine MayStarring: Peter Falk - John Cassavetes - Ned Beatty - Joyce Van Patten - Carol Grace - Sanford MeisnerCREDITS:• Artwork by Supplay Box. Theme song by Soul Spy. Bumper music “George Street Shuffle” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) CC BY 3.0 • If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please email makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com• You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/makemewatchpodcast or rating & reviewing wherever you get your podcasts.

    Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) or: The Defenestration of Jarnathan by the Coward Edgin Darvis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 114:43


    McGee makes E roll the dice on the latest quest to adapt the tabletop classic. Can Chris Pine melt through E's infamous feelings towards fantasy?

    Babylon (2022) or: How We Learned Chasing Chickens With Drug Addictions Is Mighty Lonely Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 128:46


    E makes McGee wade through a debaucherous extravaganza of near biblical proportions. They sing to high heaven the praises of Hurwitz's score & Chazelle's rhythms. Concoct a ménage à trois between Jack, Manny, & Nelly. And wait on pins and needles for a Bell Howell 35mm 2708...or was it a 2709?SHOT4SHOT: Our favorite SHOTS from the film discussed in the episodeCALL SHEET:Written & Directed By: Damien ChazelleCinematography By: Linus SandgrenEdited By: Tom CrossComposed By: Justin HurwitzFollow us on the following platforms:• Patreon• Tiktok• Instagram• Twitter/X• BlueskyPlease email us at makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)comTABLE OF CONTENTS: (Timestamps are approx.)Cold Open/Exit Interview [Non-Spoilers] (00:00-30:00) *Spoilers*Focus Group (30:11)  Under The Lights (01:04:00)Behind the Lens (01:26:00)Coming Soon Reveal (02:05:00)MENTIONED IN EPISODE:Learn How Damien Chazelle Mastered the Extreme Close-UpCREDITS:• Artwork by Supplay Box. Theme song by Soul Spy. Bumper music “George Street Shuffle” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) CC BY 3.0 • If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please email makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com• You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/makemewatchpodcast or rating & reviewing wherever you get your podcasts.

    Wayne's World (1992) or: How We Learned to Love the Sh*tty Beatles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 101:07


    McGee makes E watch an essential 90s buddy-comedy straight out the childhood VHS player. They weave dreams of Rob Lowe's late career, discuss what music is best for cruising through the suburbs, and learn why it's probably best to just submit a grievance to the union.SHOT4SHOT: Our favorite SHOTS from the film discussed in the episodeFollow us on the following platforms:• Patreon• Tiktok• Instagram• Twitter/X• BlueskyPlease email us at makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.TABLE OF CONTENTS: (Timestamps are approx.)Exit Interview [Non-Spoilers] (00:00) *Spoilers*Focus Group (28:55)  Under The Lights (51:59)Behind the Lens (1:08:00)Coming Soon Reveal (01:40:00)MENTIONED IN EPISODE:The Decline of Western Civilization Part II (dir. Penelope Spheeris) - YoutubeCREDITS:• Artwork by Supplay Box. Theme song by Soul Spy. Additional music “George Street Shuffle” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) CC BY 3.0• If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please email makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com• You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/makemewatchpodcast or rating & reviewing wherever you get your podcasts.

    Get Out (2017) or: How We Learned to Stop Worrying and Trust the T.S.(M*F#!n).A.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 138:18


    E makes McGee watch Jordan Peele's first directorial effort. They cover historic “second-first debuts,” mispronounce the maiden name Armitage several times, and learn why they should never trust a white woman named Rose. SHOT4SHOT: Our favorite SHOTS from the film discussed in the episodeFollow us on the following platforms:• Patreon• Tiktok• Instagram• Twitter/X• BlueskyPlease email us at makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)comTABLE OF CONTENTS: (Timestamps are approx.)Cold Open/Exit Interview [Non-Spoilers] (00:00-19:53) *Spoilers*Focus Group (16:24)  Under The Lights (51:45)Behind the Lens (1:23:52)Coming Soon Reveal (2:17:10)MENTIONED IN EPISODE:Fridge Logic - TV TropesDirt on the Camera Lens: Mike RugnettaCREDITS:• Artwork by Supplay Box. Theme song by Soul Spy. Bumper music “George Street Shuffle” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) CC BY 3.0 • If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please email makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com• You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/makemewatchpodcast or rating & reviewing wherever you get your podcasts.

    Make Me Watch: Teaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 0:50


    Follow us on the following platforms:• Patreon• Tiktok• Instagram• Twitter/X• BlueskyPlease email us at makemewatchpodcast(AT)gmail(DOT)comCREDITS:• Artwork by Supplay Box. Burn The World Waltz by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) CC BY 3.0• If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please email makemewatchpodcast@gmail.com• You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/makemewatchpodcast or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

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