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Setting the Skene is a weekly entertainment and film podcast all about classic & contemporary cinema. Regular hosts Ben, Doug, Tristen and Elijah review some of the best (and worst) Hollywood has to offer with a revolving panel of guests. Setting the Skene is presented by Viter Media--bringing you shows on show business and live entertainment.

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    • Sep 28, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 53m AVG DURATION
    • 106 EPISODES


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    Episode 100 Pt. 2 - MCU Survivor Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 67:33


    It took an extra week, but we now bring the conclusion of the ultimate MCU Survivor! Who will win? Who will survive? Who will get snapped away? Find out here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 100 - Setting the Skene's 100th Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 78:02


    Wow! We can't believe it's already been 100 episodes! We want to thank all of you so much for listening and giving your support. Tune in for this very special episode, even though we aren't talking about a movie. Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 99 - Demolition Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 57:03


    This week, we watched quite the explosive movie that saw Rocky Balboa go face to face with Blade...wait a second, sources are telling me, it's just their actors, not those characters. Must mean that we watched Demolition Man! Hope you enjoy! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 98 - When Harry Met Sally...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 49:02


    This week, we took a look at one of the most influential rom-coms of all time. It's time for When Harry Met Sally...! Special thanks to our guest Rebecca Winget! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 97 - Obi-Wan Kenobi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 54:21


    Yeah, we lied to you all about doing a review of When Harry Met Sally...but instead, we are doing something completely new! For the first time ever, we are reviewing a show, instead of a movie. Naturally, it's related to Star Wars. It's Obi-Wan Kenobi! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 18 - Cars 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 84:59


    We had to take a break this week due to some scheduling issues, so let's re-live one of Doug's all-time great meltdowns. We talked about probably the worst Pixar movie to ever exist. It's Cars 2! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 96 - Dawn of/War for the Planet of the Apes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 69:14


    This week, we wrap up talking about the Planet of the Apes series! And you know what, Andy Serkis STILL doesn't have a dang Oscar, and we are STILL upset about it! Special thanks to our guest: Michael Ruiz! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 95 - Rise of the Planet of the Apes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 52:06


    This week, we started reviewing what Doug refers to as a "perfect trilogy," and no, it's not Back to the Future! It's Rise of the Planet of the Apes! Also, give Andy Serkis a dang Oscar!Here's the link Doug was referring to (or, to which Doug was referring for you English nerds): https://www.youtube.com/c/StoryStreet See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Episode 94 - FernGully: The Last Rainforest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 26:42


    This week, we throw way back to a movie that rivaled the Disney Renaissance so much, Disney tried to make sure it never finished! Featuring some all-stars like Tim Curry and Robin Williams in its cast, it's FernGully: The Last Rainforest! Hope you enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Episode 93 - Frances Ha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 50:14


    This week, we watched a movie by two favorites of the Setting the Skene boys: Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig. It's Frances Ha! Hope you enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Episode 92 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 52:47


    This week, we reviewed the 1976 Best Picture, which features Jack Nicholson in one of his most well-known roles. It's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest!

    Episode 91 - The Toy Story Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 75:15


    The boys are back!! After taking a bit of a break, the boys are back with a ringer! It's time to talk about the film series that changed animation as we know it: Toy Story! Special thanks to our guest this week: Macy Tankersley!

    Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 19 - The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 56:30


    This week, we are throwing way back to an early Some Jerks episode! We are going back to a movie we (tried) to watch in 3D. It's The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl!

    Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 72 - Scooby Doo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 60:04


    Surprise! To get back on our proper recording schedule, we are going to be posting a couple more Some Jerks episodes! First up is one of our favorites: Scooby Doo!

    Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 62 - The Breakfast Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 67:33


    In the second of our two weeks off, we revisit what was probably the greatest version of the Some Jerks theme song, featuring all of the Jerks, but mostly Elijah and Mike. It's the classic episode of Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: The Breakfast Club!

    Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 46 - 50 First Dates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 65:45


    We are taking the next two weeks off so Ben and his new wife Macy can celebrate their wedding! In the mean time, we are coming at you with a walk down memory lane. What could be better than revisiting the greatest argument we have ever had on the podcast? It is the classic episode of Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: 50 First Dates!

    Episode 90 - August: Osage County

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 48:58


    This week, we used this movie to travel to The-Middle-Of-Nowhere, Oklahoma. Based on the play of the same name and featuring an all-star cast, it's August: Osage County! Special thanks to our guest: Wade McGlamery

    Episode 89 - Brother Bear

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 53:55


    This week, we watched the classic Disney movie that sees a young man have his life changed forever when he gets turned into the one thing he never wanted to be: a bear. It's Brother Bear! Special thanks to our guest Macy Norton!

    Episode 88 - The Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 57:08


    This week, we watched a movie starring Ryan Reynolds, Ryan Reynolds, and Ryan Reynolds! It's The Voices! Special thanks to our guest, Abi Walls!CW: mental health

    Episode 87 - Blade Runner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 26:56


    This week, we talked about one of the most talked about science fiction films of all time! It blends that sci-fi world with neo-noir, robots, and Harrison Ford. It's Blade Runner! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 86 - Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 52:11


    May the Fourth be with you all! To celebrate Star Wars day, we are reviewing the one (live action) Star Wars movie that we have not covered between Setting the Skene and Some Jerks Who Talk About Moves! It's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story!

    Episode 85 - The Adventures of Tintin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 53:07


    This week, we tackled Steven Spielberg's take at a French comic about a journalist and his dog who have a nose for solving crime. It's The Adventures of Tintin! Special thanks to our guest: Macy Norton

    Episode 84 - Power of the Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 65:06


    This week, we took a look at one of the Oscar nominees from this year! It's Power of the Dog! Special thanks to our guest: Abi Walls!

    Episode 83 - Mystery Month Part 5 (The Final Mystery)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 45:18


    In the thrilling conclusion of Setting the Skene's Mystery Month, we are watching the film that ties back to the very beginning not only of Mystery Month, but the very beginning of the entire show. Also, it's a terrible film. Of course it is! 

    Episode 82 - Mystery Month Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 71:08


    In Part 4 of Setting the Skene's Mystery Month, we are watching a coming-of-age story that definitely hit the feels of a couple folks on the podcast. It also resides in the Top 10 of one of the guys!CW: PTSD, trauma, specifically in high school

    Episode 81 - Mystery Month Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 54:13


    As we reach the midpoint of Mystery Month, we reviewed one of the most wholesome movies we have ever discussed. Needless to say, we did not see this one coming. What do you think it is?

    Episode 80 - Mystery Month Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 73:21


    As we continue through Mystery Month, this week, we watch a movie that is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential films of all time! Some might even call it perfect. What is it? Just listen and find out!

    Episode 79 - Mystery Month Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 52:41


    This month (well, the rest of March and the first week of April), we are doing something a little different. We have no idea what movies we will actually be watching. After we start the episode, though, the movie will be revealed to us (and you!) so we can all get our initial reactions together. We hope you enjoy!

    Episode 78 - Megamind

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 55:44


    This week, we take a look at a twist on the classic hero vs. villain tale. What happens when the hero falls, but the villain is still unable to find satisfaction in life? Find out in Megamind! Special thanks to our guest: Macy Norton!

    Episode 77 - Don't Look Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 40:13


    This week, we watched one of the best picture nominees for 2022. It's about how people will try to deny and then profit off of the inevitable end of the world. Personally, I can't imagine a stranger fiction (please note the obvious sarcasm here). It's Don't Look Up! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 76 - Bandslam

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 56:47


    This week, we watched a movie about life in high school as the son of an imprisoned musician navigates his way through school and all the challenges that come with that. It's Bandslam! Special thanks to our guest Rebecca Winget!

    Episode 75 - The Florida Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 56:17


    This week, we watched a movie from A24 that stars Willem Dafoe! It sounds like a great movie for us to enjoy. It's The Florida Project! Special thanks to our guest: Erin Stephens!

    Episode 74 - Chef

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 58:53


    This week, we were cooking and talking about all of the wonderful food that Jon Favreau prepares in his hit movie Chef! Special thanks to our guest, Ben Robertson!

    Episode 73 - Moulin Rouge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 51:54


    This week, we talked about the weird case of a musical movie that came before the stage play. It's Moulin Rouge! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 72 - Bee Movie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 55:35


    This week, we talked about Jerry Seinfeld's magnum opus (about bees, at least), and it was everything you could have possibly expected. And more! It's Bee Movie! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 71 - Ruby Sparks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 51:01


    This week, we talked about what happens when you write your true love into existence. It sure was a time! It's Ruby Sparks! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 70 - Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 42:42


    This week, we tackled a sci-fi movie based on a comic series that has been running for more than 50 years! It's Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 69 - The Santa Clause

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 55:35


    For our holiday episode this year, we talked about a movie that we've been talking about talking about for years! It's The Santa Clause! Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 68 - DCOMber

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 60:25


    This week, we looked at three different eras of Disney Channel Original Movies. We start with the 90s by talking about The Thirteenth Year, and then move into the early 2000s with Camp Rock, before ending with the 2010s and The Descendants. Hope you enjoy!

    Episode 67 - Bright

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 51:38


    This week, we tackled another urban fantasy movie, but this one is a whole lot grittier and has Will Smith in it! It's Bright! Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaCheck out our other products: https://www.vitermedia.com

    Episode 66 - Highlander

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 39:11


    This week, things got weird. We talked about another weird futuristic sci-fi movie. BUT, this one has Sean Connery in it, so that's a win, right? It's Highlander! Hope you enjoy! Special thanks to our guest: Graham Parker!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merchCheck out Graham's Podcast, Grisly History: https://www.grislyhistory.com/

    Episode 65 - Knives Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 56:56


    This week, we solve a murder! Well not really, but we talk about the solving of a murder in Rian Johnson's 2019 smash hit: Knives Out. Full of mystery and intrigue, this whodunnit is one for the ages. Hope you enjoy! Special thanks to our guest: Brandon Reavis!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 64 - Tank Girl

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 31:45


    This week, we talked about a comic book movie that you probably haven't heard of! It's about a dystopian future, which you know we love! It's Tank Girl!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 63 - Lady Bird

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 49:40


    This week, we jump into Greta Gerwig's solo directorial debut Lady Bird with a star-studded cast! It also happens to be on the favorites list of one of the boys. Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 62 - FM

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 40:07


    This week, we watched what can loosely be called a movie about the radio business. It's FM! A film that is really just an ad for a Top 40 album from the 60s. Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 61 - Jason X

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 46:08


    We wrap up Setting the Scream this year with one of the weirdest films of the three major horror franchises. We talked about the ever bizarre Jason X! Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 60 - Doctor Sleep

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 56:51


    This week, we talked about a film about a novel written by Stephen King that has to do with a hotel (at least sort of). It's not the Shining, but it's really close! It's Doctor Sleep! Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 59 - Host

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 39:24


    This week, we hopped on Zoom to watch a movie made on Zoom that's about a horror movie that takes place on a Zoom call. That's a whole lot of Zoom! It must be Host! Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 58 - The Exorcist

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 52:03


    We start off Setting the Scream in proper this week with a horror movie that some consider the greatest one to ever exist! It's The Exorcist. Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 57 - Jennifer's Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 55:17


    We're getting Setting the Scream off to an early start this year by talking about succubi! This week, it's Jennifer's Body! Thank you to our special guest: Taylor Frady! Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

    Episode 56 - The Other Guys

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 42:00


    A buddy cop film starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg? Sign me the heck up! It's The Other Guys! Hope you enjoy!Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMediaYou want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch

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