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Movies That Rock: The Podcast explores Rock and Roll in cinema. Host Josh Fitzgerald is joined every other Wednesday by a guest co-host! We will select a rock themed movie to watch and discuss, dissect and debate. A splendid time is guaranteed for all!

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    A Star is Born Part 2- Remastered Holiday Bonus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 80:11


    In honor of the recently passed Joan Didion, writer of the 1976 incarnation of A Star is Born, we present a remastered version of the second part of the A Star is Born series, focusing on her work in that version and the most recent 2018 version of the film. Special thanks to Dave Finn for cohosting. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    200 Motels

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 98:59


    Aaron Conn, host of Albums Uncovered, returns to the show to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Frank Zappa's zany cult film 200 Motels. The film is racy, wild and hilarious and Josh and Aaron have a blast discussing it at length. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Live Forever

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 94:14


    Join Mike Drew and Josh as they talk about the 2003 Rock Doc, LIVE FOREVER: THE RISE AND FALL OF BRIT POP. The film and their discussion focuses primarily on the rivalry between Oasis and Blur, but also also gets into the history, impact and staying power of the movement. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Woodstock 99: Peace, Love and Rage

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 119:00


    Josh welcomes Eric Layton from the Hall Watchers podcast to talk about the HBO Max documentary Woodstock 99: Peace, Love and Rage. Eric attended the ill-fated festival and brings a lot of insight and experience to the episode. It is a very candid and intense discussion about everything that went wrong with Woodstock 99 and how the film offers a disturbing look into the scene of the time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    End of the Century: Story of the Ramones

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 63:06


    Josh welcomes director and editor Jim Fields to the show to talk about the documentary film End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones. Jim shares the process and challenges of making the film, behind the scenes stories and his love for the seminal punk rock band. Do not miss this very special episode!Here is a link to movie if you have not yet seen it, as it is only available on Vimeo and DVD.https://vimeo.com/134542333 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Staying Alive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 66:01


    Jon Lamoreaux and Michael Bagford return as co-hosts for a special roast of one of the most maligned sequels in history, Staying Alive! While the team agrees that the movie is not good, mileage varied as to its entertainment value and social insight. Take a trip into Satan's Alley and enjoy this episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Saturday Night Fever

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 106:58


    Philip Bergman returns to talk about the 70s disco phenomenon Saturday Night Fever! The film is iconic for its glossy disco sheen, but it's also extremely frank and raw in its depiction of city life in the 1970s. Philip and Josh dissect the film's messages and influence. Button up your leisure suit and hit the dance floor with this great conversation! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Stop Making Sense & American Utopia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 157:40


    Dave Finn returns to the show for a Talking Heads/ David Byrne double feature. Josh and Dave talk about the seminal 1984 concert film "Stop Making Sense", directed by the late Jonathan Demme and the recent 2019 concert film "American Utopia", directed by Spike Lee. They discuss the films' many similarities and differences, as well as the influence of the music of Byrne and the Talking Heads. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wicker Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 81:05


    Stevo Doccerson joins the show to talk about one of the most inventive and influential horror movies of all time...1973's The Wicker Man! Stevo and Josh dig deep into this thought-provoking, genre-bending masterwork, offering multiple interpretations of the symbolism and story. And don't worry, The Wicker Man is a musical, so it qualifies for this podcast!* Apologies for the wonky sound throughout the episode. I will use a different platform to record in the future to avoid such issues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Still Crazy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 70:32


    Mike Drew joins the show to talk about the underrated 1998 dramedy "Still Crazy". Lots of great songs and performances in this heartfelt movie, and Mike and Josh cover a lot of ground including the demands placed on musicians and the impact of music journalism. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    UHF

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 74:56


    John Mutford makes his MTR debut to talk about "Weird Al" Yankovic's hilarious cult feature film UHF! Topics include Weird Al's long and eclectic career, his acting abilities, some of his best and underrated parodies, and whether UHF is considered a "music" movie. Don't miss it! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    This is Spinal Tap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 72:56


    Burkey's back and bringing things up to 11 with This is Spinal Tap! The definitive mockumentary is still as sharp and hilarious as it was in 1984, and set the stage for all the Christopher's Guest films to come. Tonight we're gonna rock you...tonight! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Cats (Bonus episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2020 34:33


    Movies that Rock knows it's not Thanksgiving without a turkey, and with help from Philip Bergman and carve up the biggest cinematic turkey of 2019, Cats! Enjoy this special Thanksgiving bonus episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Let it Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 82:52


    Josh welcomes the return of cohost Philip Bergman as they tackle the legendary, still unreleased 1970 Beatles' film LET IT BE. Josh and Philip discuss the drama, tumult, and folklore that surrounds the film and its accompanying soundtrack album. And, don't forget, the iconic rooftop concert. The film is hard to find, but if you happen to find it, check it out and tune in for this great talk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Rocky Horror Picture Show/ Shock Treatment

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 65:12


    Time Warp into this Halloween bonus episode! Pat Francis of Rock Solid joins Josh for a special twofer featuring The Rocky Horror Picture Show and its 1981 sequel Shock Treatment. Enjoy this super fun Halloween treat!Also, stay tuned to Twitter for a special giveaway of Shock Treatment on DVD! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Footloose

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 68:08


    Cut loose with Josh, Mary Layton and Nick Bambach as they talk about the 1984 classic dance film Footloose! This was a first time watch for Josh and Nick and they have a blast talking about the music, the romance, the dancing and of course, all six degrees of Kevin Bacon. Enjoy this super fun episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Almost Famous

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 102:53


    Happy 20th Anniversary to the best film about rock and roll journalism, Almost Famous! Rock journalist and Albums Uncovered host Aaron Conn joins Josh to talk about the impact the movie had on his life and career, as well as its lasting influence on rock films in general. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Girl Can't Help It

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 55:27


    Burkey is back to talk about one of the most important of all rock movies..."The Girl Can't Help It"! Burkey and Josh venture to the early days of rock and roll with this wildly entertaining Jayne Mansfield romp that features music from Little Richard, Eddie Cochran, Fats Domino, The Platters and many other rock architects. And the movie is a blast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Blinded by the Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 74:10


    Darren Hines joins Josh for the return of Movies that Rock! Darren hops on board to cover Gurinder Chadha and Sarfraz Manzoor's 2019 Blinded By the Light. The film is a delightful, unique coming of age romp carried by the legendary songs of Bruce Springsteen and this episode is fun celebration of The Boss's music! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    La Bamba

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 76:24


    Josh welcomes Mary from the Hall Watchers podcast and Nick Bambach to the show to chat about Richie Valens and the classic biopic La Bamba! In this delightful, insightful and hilarious conversation, the trio talk about Richie Valens' revolutionary impact on racial politics and popular music and how the 1987 movie holds up...and of course, La Bamba 2! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Jersey Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 69:12


    Josh welcomes Philip from Rock Hall Monitors to talk about the popular Clint Eastwood directed rock bio-musical Jersey Boys. Philip and Josh talk about the enduring appeal of The Four Seasons's biggest hits, the legacy of the jukebox musical, Clint Eastwood, Christopher Walken and reality vs. fantasy in the Frankie Valli story. Let's hang on and listen to this fun episode!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Song Remains The Same

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 61:39


    Josh and Mike Bagford talk Zeppelin and The Song Remains The Same! And 40+ years later....The Movie Remains Insane!This unique concert film is an important document of the band that revolutionized hard rock, and although it's flawed, and very odd at times, it's well worth your time! Come and get the led out!*Note: This episode has some significant sound problems. We did our best to fix them and hope that the episode remains enjoyable! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Blues Brothers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 67:07


    Burkey and Fitzy are on a mission from God...to talk about The Blues Brothers! Grab yourself a piece of dry toast, hop in the Bluesmobile and join in their conversation about the original, and still the best, SNL movie! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Depeche Mode 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 77:10


    Nick Bambach returns to the show to talk about D.A. Pennebaker's underseen concert documentary Depeche Mode 101. In addition to their music, Nick and Josh talk at length about Depeche Mode's famous 1988 Rose Bowl concert, the teenagers who won the chance to star in the film while following the band across the country and the depiction of the band as individuals. Reach out, touch faith and enjoy this episode (and stay safe)! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 79:09


    Michael Bagford and Jon Lamoreaux (of the Hustle Pod) join Josh to chat about one of the seminal rock docs of all time, Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage. Rush's music may not be for everyone, but this compelling documentary will inspire even non-fans. In addition to the film, Mike, Jon and Josh talk about the endless charm of Geddy, Alex and Neil, their favorite songs and albums, and the lasting impact the band has made on the world of rock.This episode is dedicated to the memory of Neil Peart. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    What's Love Got To Do With It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 93:29


    Movies that Rock welcomes Nick Bambach in his cohosting debut to talk about the Tina Turner biopic What's Love Got To Do With It. In celebration of her 80th birthday, Josh and Nick celebrate Tina's timeless music, legacy, rocky relationship with Ike Turner, and her rightful place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! She's simply the best! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Woodstock

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 131:23


    To honor the 50th anniversary of the revolutionary Woodstock music festival Megan Stemm-Wade and Craig Smith of Same Page Cast guest host to talk about the groundbreaking cinema verite rock doc that chronicles the festival. Go up the country with Craig, Megan and Josh in their exploration of the artists, backstage heroes and civilians who made Woodstock such a monumental and life changing event. So watch out for the brown acid, have some breakfast in bed, plug in and tune out for this special episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    A Hard Day's Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 83:56


    We tackle the Beatles again with one of the most influential movies of the 1960s, A Hard Day's Night! Aaron Conn (of Albums Uncovered and Pop Culture Beast) chat, analyze and reminisce about the Fab Four's feature film debut! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Purple Rain

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 109:37


    Let's go crazy!!Dave Finn returns to the show to discuss the cultural phenomenon of Prince and his 1984 album/ film Purple Rain! Dave and Josh chat about Prince's breaking of racial boundaries, the film's questionable treatment of women, PMRC, Prince and company's acting abilities, the music and lots of fun trivia. This is what it sounds like when doves, and podcasters, cry.CORRECTION: Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis were fired from The Time, because they missed the show entirely! Lisa & Prince had to cover for them (she onstage playing keys & him on bass from backstage). They were not fired for being late. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Rocketman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 95:00


    Pat Francis of Rock Solid returns to the show to talk about the man, the music and the movie...Elton John and Rocketman! The film was a true delight and is sure to please both EJ fans and musical buffs. Join us for this fun ride into the world of Elton John! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    John & Yoko: Above Us Only Sky

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 67:07


    Michael Bagford returns to the show to discuss the new Netflix documentary, "John & Yoko: Above Us Only Sky". Join Michael and Josh as they analyze the John Lennon and Yoko Ono solo catalogue, compare the similarities between all the John Lennon docs and debate the merits of Revolution 9 and Cambridge 1969! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    A Star is Born: Part 2 (1976-2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019 86:44


    Dave Finn returns to the show and goes off the deep end with Josh to discuss the 1976 version of A STAR IS BORN, starring Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson and the 2018 version starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. Dave and Josh will also talk about their favorite elements from all four of the movies. Episode Footnotes:YouTube:BE KIND REWIND “Comparing Every Version of A Star Is Born” https://youtu.be/akaPSGMi03kPODCAST:YOU MUST REMEMBER THISYMRT #5: THE LIVES, DEATHS AND AFTERLIVES OF JUDY GARLAND - June 2014http://www.youmustrememberthispodcast.com/episodes/youmustrememberthispodcastblog/ymrt-5-the-lives-deaths-and-afterlives-of-judyYMRT #21: THE BIRTH OF BARBRA STREISAND'S A STAR IS BORN - Nov. 2014http://www.youmustrememberthispodcast.com/episodes/youmustrememberthispodcastblog/ymrt-21-the-birth-of-barbra-streisands-a-star?rq=streisandPRINT:Noted film critic Richard Brody wrote this summary of all four films in THE NEW YORKER magazine. https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-front-row/what-to-stream-this-weekend-the-best-version-of-a-star-is-born See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    A Star Is Born: Part 1 (1937-1954)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2019 96:52


    The first of a special two-part series, Dave Finn co-hosts to analyze the original two incarnations of the classic Hollywood story, A Star Is Born. Dave and Josh make general comparisons between the structure of all four movies, then take a close look at the 1937 version, starring Janet Gaynor and Frederick March and the 1954 musical version featuring Judy Garland and James Mason. Please listen and enjoy our conversation about this culturally significant, multigenerational film series.This is a spoiler free episode!Disclaimer: We apologize for some of the broken audio in this episode. These are due to difficulties with Skype.Episode Footnotes:YouTube:BE KIND REWIND “Comparing Every Version of A Star Is Born” https://youtu.be/akaPSGMi03kPODCAST:YOU MUST REMEMBER THISYMRT #5: THE LIVES, DEATHS AND AFTERLIVES OF JUDY GARLAND - June 2014http://www.youmustrememberthispodcast.com/episodes/youmustrememberthispodcastblog/ymrt-5-the-lives-deaths-and-afterlives-of-judyYMRT #21: THE BIRTH OF BARBRA STREISAND'S A STAR IS BORN - Nov. 2014http://www.youmustrememberthispodcast.com/episodes/youmustrememberthispodcastblog/ymrt-21-the-birth-of-barbra-streisands-a-star?rq=streisandPRINT:Noted film critic Richard Brody wrote this summary of all four films in THE NEW YORKER magazine. https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-front-row/what-to-stream-this-weekend-the-best-version-of-a-star-is-born See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Moulin Rouge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 51:03


    Voulez vous couchez avec moi? Mais oui! Join Josh and Cosmo Keller on a wild ride to the Moulin Rouge. The 2001 Baz Luhrmann film is a blast (literally), filled with delightful songs, lights, colors and wigs. But does all the razzle-dazzle hold up? Listen and find out...you can can can! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    A Fyre Festival Double Feature

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2019 75:26


    Comedian Pat Francis of the Rock Solid Podcast is today's guest. He and Josh discuss rival Hulu and Netflix documentaries focusing on the notorious (and phony) Fyre Festival. White privilege, debauchery, douchebaggery and schadenfraude abound. Make yourself a cheese sandwich and enjoy this wild ride! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Britney Spears and Crossroads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2019 83:20


    It's Britney bitch!!Wil and Kristin of "So...I'm Watching This Show" return to discuss Crossroads! We also celebrate the music and cultural impact of Britney Spears. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Burlesque

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2018 59:32


    Wil and Kristin from the "So...I'm Watching This Show" podcast join in a discussion about Cher and Christina Aguilera's 2010 pop musical Burlesque. Lots of glitter, lots of camp and lots of fun! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Who's Tommy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2018 67:18


    Josh is joined by Michael Bagford to chat about Tommy, the 1975 feature film based on the classic Who album. Join the fun as the duo covers the movie's bad singing, bad parenting, visual appeal and amazing music. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Hedwig and the Angry Inch

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2018 51:25


    Gigi Todaro returns to the show to chat about the 2001 gender bending rock opera Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Gigi and Josh touch upon gender politics, punk music and the film's unexpected depth. Also, Josh will open the mailbox for the first time! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Monkees' Head

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2018 116:43


    Josh is joined by the amazing Megan Stemm-Wade and Craig Smith of the Pods and Sods network to discuss The Monkees' landmark film Head. The group chats about the film's fearless deconstruction of the Hollywood dream and its unprecedented impact on popular culture, as well as the everlasting joy of The Monkees' in their lives. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Mamma Mia! Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2018 64:51


    The Brothers Fitz (Josh Fitzgerald and guest co-host Calle Fitzgerald) review a double feature of ABBA musicals, "Mamma Mia!" and the prequel/sequel "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again". Hear their discussion of everything that went wrong (and right) with both films and their emotional connection to ABBA's rich and immortal catalogue of songs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Yellow Submarine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2018 48:06


    The first official episode covers the Beatles' landmark animated feature Yellow Submarine, which just celebrated its 50th birthday! Guest co-host Gigi Todaro and host Josh Fitzgerald wax lyrical about the Beatles' catalogue, the film's merits (and shortcomings) among numerous other tangents.(Please note: We do not purport to be Beatles experts. This show is simply for entertainment, so send hate mail at your own discretion.)Enjoy! It's all in the mind! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Introductory Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2018 7:52


    Hello Cleveland! Welcome to Movies That Rock: The Podcast! In this introductory episode, you'll hear what we're all about. Get to know your host Josh Fitzgerald a bit more and get ready for a fun exploration of Rock and Roll history in cinema! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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