Welcome to Whose Filmography is it Anyway, where the points don't matter, but the films do! Each week your hosts Steven Mellina & Josh Paige will do a deep dive into the filmography in a notable filmmaker, company or cinematic universe. All culminating to us ranking our favorite films of the specific topic at hand.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven the last Star Wars movie to date - The Rise of Skywalker. JJ Abrams returns to end the franchise and boy does he...maybe just not in the way intended. Let us know do you enjoy this movie? Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this very non controversial episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover the Last Jedi. Love it or hate it Rian Johnson made his Star Wars story...and just to give you a heads up this podcast leans toward loving it. Is this your favorite of the Star Wars sequel trilogy? Let us know. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
There has been an awakening, have you felt it? After acquiring Lucasfilm Disney launches their first Star Wars feature. Filled with exciting new characters, fun adventure...and admittedly a copied plot. On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven jump into the garbage ship with Finn and Rey. Let us know is this your favorite sequel film? Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finish George Lucas's Skywalker Saga. This film covers a wide array of the galaxy; from the creatures in Jabba's Palace, to the cute - but deadly - Ewoks of Endor, and a Sith Lord perched upon his throne. Making this film one of the most loved or hated of the OT. Let us know where you stand. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven discuss the greatest twist of all time in the Empire Strikes Back. There is no denying the significance of this movie, it is arguably the greatest or at least most important sequel of all time. Luke continues his training, Han & Leia fall in love and Darth pursues his prey with a vengeance. Let us know if this is your favorite Star Wars movie of all time. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven tackle the one that started it all, A New Hope - or as it was know when it first came out simply Star Wars. There is nothing that can be said about this juggernaut that hasn't been said before, but we certainly tired. The discussion moves from the making of the movie into the movie itself. Is this still the best Star Wars movie? Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover the Rebel Alliance's first major victory against the Empire in Rogue One. In this harrowing journey we see just how Hope is restored in the galaxy far far away. Let us know what you think of this film! Where does it rank on your list?
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover the Star Wars film you've all been waiting for...or at least that is what Lucasfilm thought in 2017 while making a Solo stand alone without Harrison Ford. While no where near the top of the list it may not be at the bottom either. Let us know your feelings on Solo: A Star Wars Story.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finish up the Prequel trilogy. You wont find a speaking role for JarJar in this movie folks, instead we find arguably the most dark Star Wars films...so far. Yet, this film holds a strong place in both the hosts hearts. Let us know what is your favorite of the Prequels? And why is it Revenge of the Sith? Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? the clones attack...well at least once. Josh and Steven cover Attack of the Clones. A hodgepodge of Dick Tracy and Romeo and Juliet this is by far one of the most interesting of the Star Wars films. Let us know what you think of this movie...be nice! Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven get to the franchise that cemented their friendship...though not the exact movie just yet. 16 years after ending the original trilogy George Lucas comes back with The Phantom Menace. From the Duel of the Fates to midichlorians the film is covered. Let us know your thoughts on the Phantom Menace and where it ranks on your Star Wars list. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
So we lied...Star Wars next week, we promise! Instead on this week of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven tackle George Lucas's first films THX 1138 (1971) & American Graffiti (1973). Two completely different movies that point directly where Lucas was going to go. Let us know if you've seen these films and what you thought Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finalize their dive into the world of Bong Joon-Ho. By revamping this extraordinary directors films and then by ranking them. Join in on the conversation and let us know how you’d rank his film. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover Bong Joon-Ho’s academy award winning film, Parasite. The story seems simple enough - it shows the converging lives of a rich and an impoverished South Korean families. But as the film progressed more anarchy breaks loose. To date this is also Bong’s final work. Join us as we do our deep dive into the world of Parasite. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - @beesh Steven: Instagram/letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven discover a new species of pig in Okja. Once again Bong Joon-Ho shows his versatility as a filmmaker by capturing the love between a child and a CG pig. Don't worry this still captures many of the themes that make Bon's movies his own. Join us across the world as we try and save Okja. Podcast: @whosefilography Josh: - Letterbox: @beesh Steven: Instagram/Letterbox: @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven go car by car to break down Bong Joon-ho's Snowpiercer. In an apocalyptic future the last surviving humans live on a high speed train...this class disparities. Hop onboard the train and join the rebellion. Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmograpgy Steven: Instagram/Letterbox - @mrfilmart Josh: Leterbox - beesh
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover Bong Joon-Ho's Mother...not to e confused with Darren Aronofsk's Mother! - see the exclamation point. This is arguably Bong's most simple, yet complex film today. The story is about a mother - aptly named Mother (Kim Hye-ja) - attempting to prover her son's - Yoon Do-Joon (Won Bin) - innocence for a murder she believes he could not have committed. The film is heart breaking, beautifully shot and all the acronyms one can apply to a Bong Joon-Ho film. However, for some reason this film is under the radar. Watch the movie and listen to the podcast you'll be glad you did! Podcast: Instagram - @whosefilmography Josh: Letterbox - Beesch Steven: Instagram/Letterbox - @mrfilmart
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven dive into the sewers of Korea to discuss Bong Joon-Ho's third film, The Host. From dark comedy to noir crime investigation thriller to monster movie, Bong Joon-Ho shows just how versatile a director he can be. The film tells the story of a family coming together to rescue a child from a monster in the sewers of Seoul. In many regards this is just a typical monster movie, but in many ways it is deeper and more complex. Join us as we dive deep into the Host. Podcast Instagram page: @whosefilmography
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven discuss Bong Joon-Ho's second feature film - and arguably his masterpiece - Memories of Murder. Watching this film one cannot see and be in awe of the huge leap Bong takes in his directorial craft. This deep, enigmatic work is a rift of real unsolved murders that took place in South Korea. And much like its successor, Zodiac, this film is rich with detail and focuses on unraveling characters. Put on your detective cap and listen in.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven start their exploration of Korean director Bong Joon-Ho's work. Starting with his first feature film, Barking Dogs Never Bite. In this launching pad Bong Joon-Ho already proves his auteurist status by laying the foundation of many tropes he will add in future works. Warning this dark comedy is not kind to animals...though no animals were harmed in the making of this film. Join us as we begin our journey to Parasite.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven invert time and discuss Christopher Nolan once again. As promised they discuss Nolan’s latest film, Tenet... which they did not watch on a big screen. Staring John David Washington, Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki, and Kenneth Branagh - who looks like he’s having the time of his life. Let us know what you think of this mind bending, time altering heist film!
On this anticipated episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven give their top 10 movies of 2020! No denying 2020 was a bad year, but some great movies came out. Lets celebrate the best of them...and one worst. Listen and share your own list.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finalize their coverage of Disney Animation by ranking the Golden Age and Wartime Era films. Hop onto the monorail to enjoy!
Making Christmas, making Christmas is so fun! Its ours this year...Merry happy everyone! On this special Christmas episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven dive into the holiday classic The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993). Is this a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie? Not sure, but the stop-motion is meticulous and the songs iconic. Straight from Tim Burton's, this cult classic, tells the story of a Christmas obsessed Jack Skellington who needs to get his Halloween spirit back. As always Josh and Steven discuss the film at length and cap it off with awards.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven conclude the Disney Wartime era with Melody Time (1948) and the Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949). World War II has ended and all of Walt's animators are returning home. In order to get back to the glory days of feature film animation money needed to be raised. From that quest these two movies were born. Similar to last week these films are not widely known, but their images are iconic. Melody Time has a more Jazzy approach to Fantasia. While most have heard or been on Mr Toad's Wild Ride in Disneyland. And the images of the Headless Horsemen that pops into ones head is most likely the Disney version. Join Josh and Steven on the last Disney animated film of the era.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven continue their deep dive into the Disney Animated Studios with Make Mine Music (1946) and Fun and Fancy Free (1947). While by name neither one of these films is well known by the average audience, the scenes of these films is nonetheless iconic. Subconsciously, or through GIFS or Instagram, knows the sequences of Mickey Mouse slicing bread so thin you can see right through it; or have used the words "Fe Fi Fo Fum." So join the discussion on the movies you didn't know you knew.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven leave the Disney golden age and fly south of the equator to begin the war time era. Starting with Salludos Amigos and Three Caballeros. Sent to South America as an American Ambassador, Walt Disney and his animators immersed themselves in the cultures of Brazil, Argentina and Chile. There they conceptualized and compiled ideas that formulated the films discussed.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway Josh and Steven enter the forest to discuss the final golden age film, Bambi. The film explore the life of the new prince Bambi and his misadventures in the woods with his friends Thumper and Flower. Bambi must also learn hardship in the seminal scene…you know which one. Josh and Steven also continue to break down the Disney Studios strike and the state of animation in the 40s. Join in on the conversation of this beautiful, simple and deep film.
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages. Hear the music. Laugh at the clown. Marvel at the world's only flying elephant! On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven discuss Walt Disney's Dumbo. The first of the feature animated films that is unabashedly a cartoon. But the light hearted animated style can not cover up the heavy emotions inside and out of this film. While the feature was being made there was also a strike at the Disney studios. All this is discussed and more on this episode.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven discuss Walt Disney’s artistic masterpiece, Fantasia. Combining classical music with animation the bar for what could be achieved in the art of animation. Join Josh and Steven in their fun recap and conversation about the 1940 classic.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? there are no strings on Josh and Steven as they continue their deep dive into the Disney animated golden age with Pinocchio (1940). The little wooden boy who wants to be a real boy. Guided, albeit rather poorly, by Jiminy Cricket (Cliff Edwards). As always the hosts discuss not only the film, but history around its making.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven begin their exploration into the Disney’s Golden Age of animation. In 1937 Walt Disney changed cinema forever by releasing the first ever feature animated film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Starting a period that would push the bounds of animation and setting the template for a company for generations. Josh and Steven begin this topic the way the company did, with the fairy tale Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Happy Halloween! On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finalize their Friday the 13th coverage by ranking all 10 movies in the franchise. Along with giving the final final thoughts on the serial killer Jason Voorhees. Come to Camp Crystal Lake for the last time!
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven discuss the last of the Friday the 13th movies, Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993) and Jason X (2002). Jason has a new home at New Line Cinema and the contrast to the previous films could not be more drastic. They are no longer Friday the 13th films, but Jason movies. In Jason Goes to Hell the title once again can be misleading as the majority of this murder melodrama is spent in the town of Crystal Lake. Jason X finds Jason Voorhees the farthest he has been from the lake…space. Join Josh and Steven on their final movie breakdown coverage of the franchise.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven tackle Friday the 13th The New Blood (1988) and Jason Takes Manhattan (1989). In Part VII we return to Crystal Lake only this time Jason faces a formidable, telekinetic foe. Part VIII, the ship is in the harbor now see if you can spot it, another murderer coming in from the bottom. Jason finds himself in the city of Manhattan…about an hour into the movie.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven continue their Halloween month journey into Friday the 13th A New Beginning (1985) and Jason Lives (1986). One film so bad that it is arguably good? The other is classic Jason Voorhees fun. What is dead may never die, as Jason returns from the dead…again. This time it is personal for Tommy.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven return to Camp Crystal Lake with a now hockey masked Jason Voorhees. That’s right they are covering Friday the 13th Part III (1982) and Friday the 13th The Final Chapter(1984). Be warned the coverage of part III will not be in 3D, but as always it is filled with gore and fun.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven begin their exploration into the Friday the 13th Franchise. Over the month of October they will be covering Friday the 13th Part I through Jason X. Please join us on this wild slasher ride.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finish their Wes Anderson coverage by ranking all his films. Along with their final thoughts on this quirky, meticulous, fun auteur. Disclaimer once again, these are the host’s personal rankings. Post your ranking list!
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover Isle of Dogs. Megaski City, in a dystopian future, canine flu is spreading through all the dogs and soon will infect humans. Mayor Kobyashi (Kunichi Nomura) orders that all dogs be sent to Trash Island. A boy, Atari (Koyu Rankin) with the help of his new friends Chief (Bryan Cranston), Rex (Edward Norton), King (Bob Balaban), Duke (Jeff Goldblum) and Boss (Bill Murray) search for Spots (Liev Schreiber). This stop motion film also has Scarlett Johansson, Harvey Keitel, F Murray Abraham, Tulsa Swindon, Greta Gerwig, Francis McDormand and so many more.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover Wes Anderson's magnum opus, The Grand Budapest Hotel. M. Gustave (Ralph Finnes), the most refined of hotel concierges, is accused of killing his long time lover Madam D (Tilda Swinton). Gustave and and Zero (Tony Ravioli) go on a wild ride to prove he is innocent. Like so many of Wes's other films, The Grand Budapest Hotel, has an outstanding cast. Adrien Brody, Willem Dafoe, Saoirse Ronan, Bill Murray, Edward Norton, Jeff Goldblum, Harvey Keitel, F Murray Abraham, Judd Law, Tom Wilkenson and many more.
On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven go to Camp Ivanhoe to cover Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom. This film tells a love story between two misfits on an island off the coast of New England. But a storm is impending. Once again Wes assembles a star studded cast; Bill Murray, Francis McDormand, Edward Norton, Bruce Willis, Tilda Swinton, Jason Schwartzman, Bob Balaban, Lucas Hedges. All lead by the two stars Kara Hayward and Jared Gilman. So pack your bags and take a canoe ride down with us.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway Josh and Steven cover Wes Anderson's first animated film - Fantastic Mr. Fox. In this star studded, stylistic stop motion film Mr. Fox (George Clooney) is going through a midlife crisis and puts himself, his family, and the entire animal community at risk, when he steals from the wrong people - Bunce, Boggis and Bean. Also starring Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzmann, Bill Murray, Willem Dafoe, Michael Gambon, and many more.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven take a train ride to explore Wes Anderson's underrated Darjeeling Limited. After a family tragedy, three brothers - Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody and Jason Schwartzman - take a trip in India in an attempt to reconnect. While this may not be one of Wes's most known work it is one of his most heart warming.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover Wes Anderson's Bill Murray comedy The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou. The film tells the story of Steve Zissou (Bill Murray). A once famous explorer of the deepest caverns of the ocean, now he is washed up and looking for anyway to get back. The cast is star studded with Owen Wilson, Cate Blanchett, Anjelica Huston, Willem Defoe, Michael Gambon and many more.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven cover Wes Anderson's landmark film, The Royal Tenenbaums. This star-studded quirky melodrama tells the story of Royal Tenenbaum (Gene Hackman) trying to reconnect with his children (Ben Stiller, Luke Wilson, and Gwyneth Paltrow) and ex-wife (Anjelica Huston). All of which are going through their own personal grievances. The synopsis makes the film sound more glum than it is. It is as witty as it is heartfelt.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven continue their exploration into Wes Anderson's career with Rushmore. This cult classic marks the first of Wes's collaborations with Jason Schwartzman and Bill Murray. In this high concept high school comedy both Max Fischer (Schwartzman) and Herman Blume (Bill Murray) pine over the same woman Rosemary Cross (Olivia Williams).
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven begin their exploration into their new subject, Wes Anderson. They also dive deep into Wes Anderson's directorial debut, Bottle Rocket. Staring Owen Wilson, Luke Wilson, and Robert Musgrave as Dignan, Anthony and Bob respectively. These want to be con artists learn from James Caan's Mr. Henry.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finish their exploration into Christopher Nolan's films. First by discussing the director himself and then by ranking all the films in his filmography. Disclaimer that these rankings are our own personal lists.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steen cover Christopher Nolan's final - for now - film Dunkirk. Which tells the harrowing miracle of the Battle of Dunkirk. 400,000 British soldiers are stranded on the beaches of Dunkirk with the German army pressing against them. Nolan's mind bending war film escalates the war genre to new heights.
In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven debate Christopher Nolan's most ambitious project to date, Interstellar. The film follows Cooper (Matthew McConaughey) in a race to find a new habitable planet for humans. As his daughter Murphy (Mackenzie Foy/Jessica Chastain) tries to save the planet from the ground. Many other stars such as Michael Cane, Anne Hathaway, Wes Bentley, John Lithgow, Casey Affleck, and a surprise cameo also join the crew in this epic space adventure.