If you enjoy movies this podcast is for you! Sit Down for Reel is a casual podcast for moviegoers and filmmakers. Join us as we review movies and dive deeper into the filmmaking process. If you're inspired to make your own movies, or are simply curious about how they get made, our BTB Films crew will explain how they got started, share their work, and examine new movies to further educate themselves and our audience. We use our expanding experience with movies to offer our best opinions and try to have fun while doing it. Sound good? We'll save a spot for you!
Join Dylan, Kevin, Callie and Hannah as we discuss Silver Linings Playbook. From the acting to the depiction of mental health in film, we have a great time talking about a great movie.
We have an excellent review of Into the Spider-verse waiting for you to listen to. You will hear from Dylan, Kevin, Khari, and Levi in this episode as we discuss animation, super heroes, cultural impact, and so much more!
Sit Down for Reel kicks off our new year with a special episode about BTB Films and our humble beginnings. Dylan is your host with Special Guest Kevin and Khari as the three of them talk about the start of BTB Films and explore what the future holds! Enjoy our first episode of 2021 and we cannot wait to have you join in the discussion all this year!
Join us as we discuss three of the top modern horror directors and the ways that they terrify us. We talk about their films and their personalities and we hope you enjoy!
Everyone come join us for Scream! Join Kevin, Kyle, Khari, Callie and Dylan as they discuss the movie Scream. We talk about how much this film changed the history of horror as well as our connections to the film! Don't forget the rules of horror! We have you seat saved so join us and I will be right back!
During this episode we discuss Black Swan. From the details and care taken to the incredible performance of Natalie Portman and the topic of mental health, come join Hannah, Jenny, Kevin, and myself as we cover all these and more! Don't forget to join the discussion on Facebook or Twitter and as always we have your seat saved whenever you are ready!
The BTB Horror Spooktacular films have been being produced all month! We hope you have enjoyed the films and are excited for the two more coming out over the next two weeks. Listen to Dylan, Kimea, Kevin, and Kyle break down three of the four films and talk about all the fun and chaos that happened on set!
On this episode, Kevin, Dylan, and Kaylee talk horror movies. Specifically, how the genre has evolved from early film to now and how horror changes with the culture.
Check out the amazing film Get Out and then listen to our thoughts! Joining Dylan today is Mo and Kevin as they dive into the sensation that is Get Out. Talking about the film itself and the incredible mind of Jordan Peele is always a treat. As we look into details ranging from the political climate of the time to fruit loops we hope you enjoy our review of Get Out.
Come join Kevin, Kyle and Kaylee as they talk about the movie "Alien " with me, Dylan. Conversation unfortunately was cut off for the last 10 minutes but there is plenty for your listening pleasure.
Female characters in film have gone from two dimensional objects for the men on screen to the directors and producers of their films. We still have a long way to go for true equality- both on screen and on set. Tell us about your favorite actress, female director, or female led film and then join us for a discussion about women in film.
Join us as we talk about the newest release from Disney! Mulan is a film that we all grew up with and was a release that everyone was excited for. Did it live up to your expectations? We share our thoughts on the new story, the key changes, and how it compares to the original. Let us know if you thought differently as we save your seat for this great discussion!
Hello everyone, This episode is dedicated to the life and career of Chadwick Boseman. From playing heroes such as Thurgood Marshall and Jackie Robinson to playing the Black Panther, Chadwick embodied much of what the black community stood for. His roles were impactful beyond belief and he carried himself in a way that made you want to listen to the stories he told. For this episode, Mason and Dylan speak on his career and some of the impact he had while other speakers (Imari, Kimea, Kevin, and Khari) express their thoughts on what Chadwick meant to them. Rest in Peace
Our first of hopefully an ongoing series in which we examine how we as filmmakers and moviegoers can help push for Fair Representation of marginalized communities to enhance storytelling and our culture. Take a seat and listen up.
If you haven't watched Da 5 Bloods yet, we recommend you do before listening to this one. Join us as we talk about all the great elements in this film from acting, to story, to effects. Spike Lee delivers another powerhouse film.
If you're a writer starting out or an experienced storyteller looking to brush up on your basics a good place to start is the Hero's Journey. Join us as we do our best to explain this often copied and reinvented formula for compelling story. There are exceptions to every rule in writing, but before you go breaking the norm, exploring the hero's journey can help any storyteller better understand how to form a compelling beginning, middle, and end for the stories they hope to tell.
Like car chases, knife fights, and head shots? We're gonna talk about that and more as we cover this week's movie. This film showcases some great action sequences, but good character development? Debatable. Get comfortable as we unpack this intriguing action film, Extraction.
We have a lot to talk about today. From Disney cartoons to horror flicks, so many movies out there are remakes, and often they get a bad reputation (often for good reason). Join us as we discuss why remakes has become a dirty word in film making, how they can be better, and what audiences can do to support better movies.
A classic monster villain, the invisible man takes on a whole new angle in 2020's The Invisible Man. Not only is this guy playing invisible shenanigans but he is a total psychopath that makes Hannibal Lecter seem downright pleasant. Take a seat and get comfortable as the Sit Down for Reel crew talks about one of 2020's best films! Surprise!
Here at Sit Down for Reel we often give movie reviews, but today we're examining how we go about doing that in a fair way. Whether you appreciate subjective or objective criticism in your movie talk, we discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both.
Get comfortable as Kevin and Kyle talk about one of their favorite movies. It may even be the movie most responsible for getting them started on their film making path. You like apples? This episode is on Good Will Hunting. How about them apples?
The crew of Sit Down for Reel may not know everything, but we can tell you a bit about how to get started in the film making process. In this episode we'll talk about how we got started and give some advice to others who are trying to do the same. Whether you want to be a writer, director, actor, or someone busy working behind the scenes, if you're passionate the first step is to start creating now. Good luck!
BTB Films presents "Release" a short film focused on a man suffering from self-harm. Please join us as we discuss how we made this film and how we feel about a painful but important issue. Be kind, be well, we love you. Check out the short HERE>>> Find us on Twitter, join the conversation on our Facebook group, or email us directly at sitdownforreel@gmail.com
Mason host this episode with Dylan as his guest as we talk about our many failures during the film making process. Don't worry, it isn't all bad because we talk a lot about how to learn and grow from those experiences too! Failing is a major part of how we learn and we hope to share a few things with you so you can learn from our mistakes!!!
Listen up and get comfortable as Mason and Dylan discuss sound in film. Moving pictures just wouldn't be the same if they didn't have amazing sound work behind them. From music and sound effects to the complicated world of sound design and foley artist, we hope this episode opens your ears up to a new appreciation of your favorite movies!
Mason Coyle and Dylan Forys review and discuss the classic film "12 Angry Men". Enjoy a review of the movie with a breakdown of the characters and ties to our current day problems. We have a seat saved just for you so get comfortable and join the conversation.
Complacency is a short film Directed by Kevin Garner and explores the aftermath and complacency of a police officer that shoots and kills a black man. if you haven't watched the short film yet, you can find it here (https://www.facebook.com/btbfilmproductions/videos/1445101272303779/?v=1445101272303779) We hope you enjoy the podcast!
We have a big group for this one but we saved a spot for you to join us! Get comfortable as we discuss the film Parasite. MAJOR SPOILER WARNING after 8 minutes. Don't be like Mason and have the movie spoiled. Watch it first and come back. Join in the conversation! On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3211908578830772 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/sitdownforreel Or email: sitdownforreel@gmail.com Thanks for listening! Enjoy the show!
We saved a spot for you! So get comfortable with Sit Down for Reel as we discuss the short film A Helping Hand with some of the crew who made it. We'll talk a little story, a little process, and somehow the Fast & Furious franchise sneaked in there too. Join us! Check the film out on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/418976838/description Or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/btbfilmproductions/videos/1412528148933311/?v=1412528148933311 You can also find the video within our Sit Down For Reel Facebook group and on our Twitter @sitdownforreel. While you're there you can join in on the discussion or feel free to email us directly at sitdownforreel@gmail.com Thanks for listening! Enjoy the show!
Get comfortable with “Sit Down for Reel” a new podcast for movie lovers. We’ll save a spot for you as we discuss success stories in film making. Join us in discussion on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3211908578830772/