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In 1996 Tom Cruise could have done whatever he wanted. He was married, had a positive public image, and the Academy was starting to recognize his work by nominating him for acting Oscars. However, seven months before he would try his hand at another shot at an Oscar with Jerry McGuire, he would add another perk to his resume. A perk that he would ride for nearly 30 years. That, of action star. Being a huge fan of the original TV series, Cruise (and his producing partner Paula Wagner) went to Paramount studios to pitch an idea that would make him a part of the Impossible Mission Force in a feature version of Mission Impossible. A hiring of director Brian DePalma later, Cruise and company were on their way to a franchise that would mark both the positive and negative aspects of its lead star. Join Garrett, Matt, and Adam as they talk about their overall view of the Mission Impossible franchise, their anticipation for how this podcast series will go. And of course, give their full on reviews of this 1996 original film. Strap in listeners. We're in for a two month ride through the adventures of the IMF!
In 1996 Tom Cruise could have done whatever he wanted. He was married, had a positive public image, and the Academy was starting to recognize his work by nominating him for acting Oscars. However, seven months before he would try his hand at another shot at an Oscar with Jerry McGuire, he would add another perk to his resume. A perk that he would ride for nearly 30 years. That, of action star. Being a huge fan of the original TV series, Cruise (and his producing partner Paula Wagner) went to Paramount studios to pitch an idea that would make him a part of the Impossible Mission Force in a feature version of Mission Impossible. A hiring of director Brian DePalma later, Cruise and company were on their way to a franchise that would mark both the positive and negative aspects of its lead star. Join Garrett, Matt, and Adam as they talk about their overall view of the Mission Impossible franchise, their anticipation for how this podcast series will go. And of course, give their full on reviews of this 1996 original film. Strap in listeners. We're in for a two month ride through the adventures of the IMF!
For their 201st episode, two mask-pulling film critics, two special agent dads, and two stuntman teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, begin a group of retrospective episodes reflecting on the recently finalized "Mission: Impossible" franchise. Taking them a pair at a time, this first episode covers Brian De Palma's "Mission: Impossible" from 1996 and its wild 2000 sequel "M:I-2" from director John Woo. Will and Don are united in praising these two standalone adventures that flaunted what made Tom Cruise and this series interesting and cool before the larger and increasingly overinflated arc would take over later. Come learn more and stay for the mutual love and respect that fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!https://discord.gg/N6MKWXU2https://www.teepublic.com/user/ruminationsradionetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/cinephilehissyfit/https://www.instagram.com/casablancadon/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinephileFitwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNProduction by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundEpisode Artwork by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Soundhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadiohttps://everymoviehasalesson.com/https://ruminationsradio.transistor.fm/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Your mission, should you choose to accept it... This week on Cocktails & Classics, we're taking on the original spy thriller masterpiece, "Mission: Impossible" (1996)! Join us as we dissect Brian De Palma's masterful direction, Tom Cruise's iconic performance as Ethan Hunt, and that legendary vault heist. We'll unmask the mole, marvel at the incredible stunts, and discuss the film's enduring impact on the spy genre. Don't miss this episode for an explosive deep dive into espionage, suspense, and a whole lot of impossible fun, fueled by classic cocktails and thrilling discussions.* The Original M:I: Discuss the film's unique position as the first in the iconic franchise and how it set the tone.* Brian De Palma's Direction: Analyze De Palma's signature style, particularly the use of the split diopter, Dutch angles, and building suspense.* The Heist Heard 'Round the World: Deep dive into the legendary CIA vault scene, its tension, and its influence on cinema.* Unmasking the Mole: Discuss the intricate plot, the twists, and the revelation of the antagonist. * Practical Stunts & 90s Action: Explore the film's reliance on practical effects and its place in 1990s action cinema.What's your favorite Mission: Impossible film or spy movie moment? Share your thoughts on "Mission: Impossible" (1996) and your wildest conspiracy theories on Instagram! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family! Subscribe and leave a rating wherever you listen.
Hickory dickory, Doc, Cain has picked his lock! NostalgiaCast goes a little mad with a De Mented, De Ranged, and De Lightful look back at Brian De Palma's RAISING CAIN, starring John Lithgow, Lolita Davidovich, and Steven Bauer. Horror Movie Maven and friend of the 'Cast Lindsay Washburn joins Jonny and Darin to discuss the movie's breathtaking tracking shots, tour de force performance from Lithgow, and oversized decorative sundials. Also discussed: the director's cut of the film that came from the unlikeliest of places.
FULL FREE EPISODE ON PATREON – In this special sample episode, we dive into Mission: Impossible (1996), the film that launched Tom Cruise's iconic run as Ethan Hunt. We break down Brian De Palma's stylish direction, that legendary langley heist, and the beginning of one of cinema's greatest action franchises. This is a full deep dive into the spy thriller that changed the genre forever. Listen to the full episode now (free for all members) only on Patreon!The Extra Credits YouTube ChannelBecome a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon hereHow to link Patreon to Spotify and AppleLetterboxd: The Extra CreditsTikTok: The Extra CreditsReddit: r/TheExtraCreditsInstagram: @theextracreditsTwitter: @theextracreditsSend requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com
The movie of the week is Stephen Sayadian's Dr. Caligari (1989). From wiki: “Dr. Caligari is a 1989 American avant-garde horror erotic film co-written and directed by Stephen Sayadian and starring Madeleine Reynal, Laura Albert, Gene Zerna, David Parry, Fox Harris and Jennifer Balgobin.[2] It is a quasi-sequel to the 1920 film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.[citation needed] The film details a disturbed doctor (the granddaughter of the original Dr. Caligari) and her illegal experiments on her patients.”Also discussed: Happy Birthday, Edie, the occupation of Los Angeles, Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme, Catherine Breillat's A Real Young Girl, the posters of Brian De Palma, Forbidden Zone, Shock Treatment, Frank Zappa, Pink Narcissus, Querelle, fonts, and more!NEXT WEEK: Night of the Living Dead (1964)Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/https://letterboxd.com/bloodhaus/Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/@sisterhyde.bsky.social Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://bsky.app/profile/joshuaconkel.bsky.socialhttps://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/
Welcome to Episode 61. We have a movie that's about every little boy's dream.The Movie:Body Double from director Brian De Palma.Intro/Outro by Greg Bennett.Title Art by Devious.Pixel.Podcast produced and edited by Andrew Owsley.The Internet:Twitter(X)FacebookLock Stock and Two Smoking Controllers PodcastBlake's Story "They Come This Night"sodmoviepodcast@gmail.comThe End
Per tutti gli amanti della serie tratta dal libro di Roberto Saviano, stanno per arrivare su Sky gli episodi del prequel "Gomorra - Le origini", previsto per l'inizio del 2026. Periodo caldo per l'assegnazione degli Oscar alla carriera: il magazine americano Variety stila un elenco dei personaggi più iconici che, incredibilmente, non hanno mai ricevuto alcuna statuetta e meriterebbero quindi un Oscar Onorario. Per citarne alcuni: John Travolta, John Malkovich, Michelle Pfeiffer, Ridley Scott, Glenn Close, Brian De Palma, Jim Carrey, Harrison Ford e molti, molti altri… Proprio Harrison Ford e le sue interpretazioni più memorabili sono i protagonisti della rubrica "5 cose che non potete non sapere" di questa puntata. Chi invece l'Oscar l'ha vinto è Robert De Niro, presto nuovamente al fianco di Ben Stiller e, per l'occasione, anche di Ariana Grande nel quarto capitolo del film "Ti presento i miei". In chiusura, uno sguardo alle uscite del momento. Per gli amanti del cinema è nelle sale "Ballerina", spin-off di "John Wick" con Ana de Armas mentre, per i pantofolai, i The Jackal tornano su Prime Video con "Pesci Piccoli 2" e Netflix rilancia con "Fubar 2" con Arnold Schwarzenegger, un altro che al momento -quanto ad Oscar- è ancora a bocca asciutta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you've got a taste for terror - and seconds - you have a date with us and our 2023 episode covering the 1976 classic, CARRIE!! But why go back to Prom? The sixth season of Kill By Kill starts this Friday, and we'll be covering the cinematic adaptations of Stephen King!! To properly set up that bucket of pig's blood we'll be pouring over the two remakes, we wanted to give you a chance to revisit our thoughts on the Brian De Palma original - an explosive dance of teenage hormones, religious mania, and plenty of split diopter lens shots!! Along the way, we dig into the backstory that brought this unlikely blockbuster to the screen and the Oscar stage, explore how adult inaction fosters the bad attitudes in this blackboard jungle, uncover the origins of the primordial King Bully, and expand on the class struggle within this telekinetic teen body horror story!! All this, plus crucifixion organisms, mid poetry, bad miracles, and a devastating edition of Choose Your Own Deathventure!! No stone goes unturned, nor upthrown from the sky, in this deep dive exploration into every major character in this Kill By Kill favorite!! Check it out!! Part of the BLEAV Network.Get even more episodes exclusively on Patreon! Artwork by Josh Hollis: joshhollis.com Kill By Kill theme by Revenge Body. For the full-length version and more great music, head to revengebodymemphis.bandcamp.com today! Our linker.ee Click here to visit our Dashery/TeePublic shop for killer merch! Join the conversation about any episode on the Facebook Group! Follow us on IG @killbykillpodcast!! Join us on Threads or even Bluesky Check out Gena's Substack called Gena Watches Things!! Check out the films we've covered & what might come soon on Letterboxd!
On the latest bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST, the crew are snorting lines of cinema.Christian and Jericho continue their Auteurography series on the films of Brian De Palma with reviews of 1974's rock/horror/musical parody PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE and 1976's Alfred Hitchcock-coded neo-noir psychological thriller, OBSESSION.They also discuss art vs commerce, camp/kitsch, Hitchcock homage, the American male loneliness epidemic, and how movies are dreams.Subscribe to Jericho's Substack: symbioticreviews.substack.comKeep in touch with us on Instagram and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com
Julius en Jasper bespreken alle films in de Mission: Impossible-reeks, van de eerste film uit 1996 van Brian De Palma tot de meest recente film Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning van Christopher McQuarrie uit 2025. Van Limp Bizkit tot Philip Seymour Hoffman en van kunstmatige intelligentie tot de snor van Henry Cavill. De volgende aflevering van Julius vs Jasper gaat over de twee Hellboy-films van Guillermo del Toro: Hellboy (2004) en Hellboy: The Golden Army (2008).
Now best known for its stunt-heavy sequels, Mission: Impossible began as a Brian De Palma thriller about surveillance, performance, and how what you see isn't always the whole story. In this episode, we get into: How the opening scene teaches you how to watch the film What makes the writing in this film sing Why the production design is more than just stylish — it's integral to the storytelling What costumes, props, and performances reveal about character The crackling chemistry of a cast that brings texture to even the smallest roles How the film's set pieces are more than just excuses for impressive stunts
Send us a textYour new mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join the hosts as they break into the movie theater to kickoff their summer blockbuster season, to review the action spy film, Mission: Impossible -The Final Reckoning, starring Tom Cruise and directed by Christopher McQuarrie. The grande finale for the mission franchise, and already being labeled as one of the best action movies of the year. The hosts pair the film with the Aviation Cocktail. Join the hosts as they go on their greatest mission adventure while they celebrate, one of the greatest action movie stars of our time! Come listen and follow us on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast
This week, it's time to talk about the colossal misfire adaptation of a beloved book - The Bonfire of the Vanities. Is this the most miscast movie ever made? Just how bad are those monologues by Judge Morgan Freeman? Could this movie be any more tone-deaf? Plus - an honest Geraldo Rivera cameo and much more! Next week: A moustache and a model. What We've Been Watching: The Fighter "Criminal Minds: Evolution" Patreon: www.patreon.com/wwttpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/wwttpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwttpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwttpodcast Theme Song recorded by Taylor Sheasgreen: www.facebook.com/themotorleague Logo designed by Mariah Lirette: www.instagram.com/its.mariah.xo Montrose Monkington III: www.twitter.com/montrosethe3rd The Bonfire of the Vanities stars Tom Hanks, Melanie Griffith, Bruce Willis, Kim Cattrall, Saul Rubinek, Kevin Dunn, Donald Moffat, Kurt Fuller, Richard Libertini, Andre Gregory, Kirsten Dunst, F. Murray Abraham and Morgan Freeman; directed by Brian De Palma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THEY'RE ALL GONNA LAUGH AT YOU!! Carrie Full Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects Visit https://www.liquidiv.com & use Promo Code: REJECTS to get 20% off your first order. With IT: Welcome to Derry on the way + The Life of Chuck out now & The Long Walk coming in September, Coy & Roxy give their Carrie Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Join Coy Jandreau & Roxy Striar as they dive into Brian De Palma's chilling 1976 adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie, where shy high‐schooler Carrie White (Sissy Spacek, Coal Miner's Daughter, Badlands) discovers her hidden telekinetic powers after years of torment. Raised by her fanatically religious mother Margaret White (Piper Laurie, The Hustler, Children of a Lesser God), Carrie endures cruel bullying from classmates—and a humiliating prank in the girls' locker room—that pushes her abilities to the breaking point. Coy & Rox break down every unforgettable moment—from Carrie's first telekinetic outburst in the locker room to the iconic prom scene where sheep's blood “pours down” on Carrie and her powerful revenge unfolds. They'll dissect the slow‐burn suspense of the white‐washed house finale, the surreal use of split‐screen during Carrie's rampage, and Piper Laurie's Oscar‐nominated performance as the deranged mother hook that anchors the film's horror. Don't miss their in‐depth reaction to the film's groundbreaking special effects, its exploration of religious fanaticism and teenage alienation, and why Carrie remains one of the most highly searched‐for horror classics of the 1970s! Follow Coy Jandreau: Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coyjandreau?l... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coyjandreau/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoyJandreau YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYH2szDTuU9ImFZ9gBRH8w Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/roxystriar Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The eighth installment in one of the most entertaining franchises ever made, The Final Reckoning is Tom Cruise's Return of the King. Whether it suffers from too much exposition is a matter of taste (and debated by the hosts), but both agree that the movie does what only its star can do: deliver thrills that derive from both the plot and the knowledge that what they are seeing is, in some sense, real. Buster Keaton, Jackie Chan, and Tom Cruise all make themselves as much of a character in the films as the fictional people they are portraying, which puts the viewer in a strange and wonderful place. Tom Cruise has saved the world yet again, and may (as Steven Spielberg told him) have saved the industry. Want to read about the first film in the franchise? Renowned film editor Paul Hersch's memoir, A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away: My Fifty Years Editing Hollywood Hits–Star Wars, Carrie, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Mission: Impossible, and More details his working with Brian DePalma on the first of the eight MI films. Incredible bumper music by John Deley. Please subscribe to the show and consider leaving us a rating or review. You can find over three hundred episodes wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on X and on Letterboxd–and email us any time at fifteenminutefilm@gmail.com with requests and recommendations. Also check out Dan Moran's substack, Pages and Frames, where he writes about books and movies, as well as the many film-related interviews on The New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film
March 6-12, 2004 This week Ken welcomes podcaster, film critic and author of the new book "Gandolfini: Jim, Tony, and the Life of a Legend", Jason Bailey. Ken and Jason discuss living in The Bronx, moving from Kansas to NYC, wanting to leave your home town, the Sopranos phenomenon, HBO original programming, 1st and Ten, prestige TV, unlikeable protagonists, America Undercover, Tales from the Crypt, Mario Van Peebles, werewolves, Daybreak, failed pilots, Cast a Deadly Spell, working at video stores, dropping out of playing Sammy the Bull, being replaced by William Foresythe, the complicated history of James Gandolfini, standing out in the sea of books about the Sopranos, True Romance, IDing future stars, how Karen "Duff" Duffy is the greatest human being ever, Duff and Gandolfini's high school days together, New Jersey, Steve Buscemi, stealing behind the scenes people from Trees Lounge, Season 5 of the Sopranos, Larraine Braco, Goodfellas, avoiding the press, taking years long breaks between seasons, TV on DVD, the post 9-11 TV landscape, why it was a benefit to have a higher retail price, American Idol, William Hung, Jeffery Donovan, Touching Evil, Burn Notice, Ressurecting Judas, Easter programming, "Invasion of the Dumb Blondes", how reality TV killed Anna Nicole Smith, how the US remake of The Office will never work, TrimSpa, David Mamet plays, Beyond the Valley of the Dolls, basic cable network identity, Six Feet Under, Paige Davis and Trading Spaces, writing a book about Die Hard, Die Hard rip offs, E! True Hollywood stories, sleaze, Gilmore Girls, Michael Chiklis, being told you'll never work in Hollywod again, The Shield, Nip/Tuck, bad investments, The Danbury Mint, Brian DePalma, Femme Fatale, TiVo, lost media, how awful The Apprentice was and how it ruined the world forever, mean spirited prank shows, Jaime Kennedy Show, why big budget movies are all now geared towards 12 year olds, seeing R rated movies with your parents, Playing it Straight, Wonderfalls, and Jason's fantastic podcasts.
A look back at the 1996 Brian DePalma classic that kicked off Cruise's enduring film franchise.
This week, we're watching a pair of films that truly pushed the boundaries of the erotic thriller. First up is Brian De Palma's voyeuristic Body Double (1984), followed by John McNaughton's pulpy capstone to the genre, Wild Things (1998). Both films deliver their stories through a predominant male gaze, proving to be as controversial as they are horny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bonjour à toutes et à tous et bienvenue dans La Séance, le podcast qui aime autant les fauteuils rouges capitonnés du cinéma que les canapés confort de nos salons et qui revient, tous les 15 jours, vous parler d'un film ou d'une série. Et aujourd'hui on embarque pour l'ultime mission de l'agent Ethan Hunt, toujours aux prises avec l'Entité, une puissante intelligence artificielle, qui vise, ni plus ni moins, que la destruction du monde. Après un Dead Reckoning part one décrié et décevant au box office mondial, Mission Impossible Final Reckoning a la lourde tâche de conclure le diptyque, de replacer la franchise du cinéma d'action tout en haut de l'affiche et de clore le long chapitre Ethan Hunt, commencé en 1996 avec Mission Impossible de Brian DePalma. Alors à plus de 60 ans, Tom Cruise est-il toujours l'homme de la situation, un modèle pour tous les seniors et surtout court-il toujours aussi vite ? On en parle avec 2 agents pas toujours très bien infiltrés, Dim et Julien… 00:00 : Intro 03:28 : Notre relation à la saga 13:29 : Critique de MI : final reckoning sans spoiler 34:12 : Critique de MI : final reckoning avec spoiler
Follow us on all our socials! linktr.ee/overunderpodSupport the podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/overunderpodJoin our Discord server! discord.gg/Zqev7jEnXzBusiness Inquiries: overunderpodcastshow@gmail.comIn this explosive episode of the Over/Under Movies Podcast, we're diving headfirst into the Mission: Impossible franchise — from Brian De Palma's stylish 1996 original all the way to the death-defying stunts of the Tom Cruise-led blockbusters. We break down Ethan Hunt's evolution, the franchise's stunt spectacle, and whether these films are cinematic masterpieces or just popcorn fluff.Is Fallout the best action movie of the decade? Did Dead Reckoning justify the hype? And how has Cruise's commitment to practical stunts shaped modern action filmmaking? We explore all that and more — including critic vs. audience scores, franchise fatigue (or lack thereof), and the legacy of spy thrillers in Hollywood.Plus: our Guess the Film from Its Letterboxd Reviews segment makes its triumphant return.Overrated or underrated? Tune in and find out before your next mission begins.Grow your YouTube channel w/ VidIQ!vidiq.com/r?code=9cFKKLPodcast Hosts: Dylan DeAngelis and Jason GongSpecial Guest: Shane EmeryIntro/Outro Music: Leva - The Vortex (Instrumental Version)Socials ---> https://linktr.ee/overunderpod
This week, we're celebrating the release of Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, which highlights three films with the biggest stunts, highest stakes, and most pulse-pounding, applaud-worthy finishes of the Mission: Impossible franchise. We start at the beginning, with Brian De Palma's now legendary spy thriller. 1996's Mission: Impossible. Second, we jump to the franchise's fourth installment. Tom Cruise scales the highest building in the world in Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol. Finally, we deep-dive into one of the series' most emotionally satisfying films, Mission: Impossible - Fallout. In addition to talking about the films themselves, Nick, Bella, and producer Sonja Mereu discuss their favorite stunts, characters, and, of course, their favorite Tom Cruise hairstyles. Let us know what your favorites are!❗️SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE ❗️Support the showSign up for our Patreon for exclusive Bonus Content.Follow the podcast on Instagram @gimmethreepodcastYou can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.
Film scholar and returning guest James Kenney has a knack for uncovering lost and forgotten cinematic treasures. You can listen to episodes 18 and 32 of the Movies In Focus podcast to learn about his headline-making work on Peter Bogdanovich's Squirrels To The Nuts and the rediscovery of the original version of the Keanu Reeves and Ana de Armas film, God's Daughter. James now returns to discuss his latest find: Brian De Palma's ‘lost' film script, Ambrose Chapel. The now-published screenplay features an introductory essay from James, which examines De Palma's fascinating and stylish career as a master of suspense. Written by De Palma in the 1990s between Carlito's Way and Mission: Impossible, audiences can finally catch sight of De Palma's 'screwball noir'. Virtual reality, mind control, and De Palma's famed voyeurism are the order of the day for this Hitchcock-inspired, Mexico City-set thriller. James digs into the origins of Ambrose Chapel, exploring how it fits within many of De Palma's signature themes. The conversation takes a broader look at De Palma's legendary career, tracing his evolution as a filmmaker and examining how Ambrose Chapel fits into the director's cinematic legacy - ultimately offering a look at one of Hollywood's most misunderstood auteurs. AMBROSE CHAPEL - A screenplay by Brian De Palma is out now from Sticking Place Books www.stickingplacebooks.com
“They're All Gonna Laugh At You!”In this episode of Do You Even Movie?, we continue “May They Rest in Peace” month, honoring recently lost legends of the screen. We're also checking off a Listener Request with a horror classic that redefined the genre.Join Henrique & David in California as they revisit the 1976 horror masterpiece that made prom night terrifying—“CARRIE.” Carrie White, a shy outcast with telekinetic powers, faces the wrath of her classmates and the fanaticism of her mother in one of the most iconic and tragic horror films of all time.Directed by Brian De Palma and starring Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, and Priscilla Pointer.
This week, David and Justus light the fuse and talk about the beginning to the Mission: Impossible film franchise. It's a white knuckle thrill ride filled with Jon Voight jump scares, bad 90's movie hacking, Ving Rhames being awesome, and Xenu's favorite son kicking off his larger than life action star persona. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to tune in to this explosive episode of the Greatest Movie Ever Made! Mission: Impossible (1996) is directed by Brian DePalma and stars Tom Cruise, Jon Voight, Emmanuelle Béart, Henry Czerny, and Jean RenoMusic: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio
In Episode 242 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon are joined by UCA Professor of Film, Dr. Bruce Hutchinson, to break down Brian De Palma's 1996 classic “Mission: Impossible”. From script structure to storytelling choices, we dive into the film's unique six-sequence, three-act structure, its approach to delivering information to the audience, and that messy love triangle subplot. It's a deep, nerdy, and fun look at one of the most iconic spy films of the ‘90s.TABLE OF CONTENTS --00:00:00 - About the Episode00:00:47 - Greetings from Dr. Bruce Hutchinson00:02:30 - Mission Impossible01:48:37 - Final Thoughts01:57:12 - Before We GoABOUT THE MOVIE --When a covert mission goes sideways, IMF agent Ethan Hunt—played by Tom Cruise in the role that launched his action-star legacy—is framed for the deaths of his team. Hunted by his own agency, he must uncover the real mole, recover a stolen list of undercover agents, and pull off a high-stakes heist to clear his name.Directed by Brian De Palma and based on the 1960s TV series, Mission: Impossible features a screenplay by David Koepp and Robert Towne. With De Palma's signature visual style and Cruise's intense, physical performance (including that iconic vault scene), the film redefined the spy genre and kicked off a billion-dollar franchise.ADDITIONAL READING --Want to dive deeper into how Mission: Impossible delivers exposition and handles story structure? We reference this excellent video by Frame Voyager throughout the episode — it's a must-watch for film lovers and screenwriters alike.LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqqgJoHHXAQFIND US --To learn more about Bruce and follow his work, find him on:Instagram: @bdhutchX: @bdhutchAnd for more movie breakdowns checkout:LINK: https://www.thehutchfiles.com/For everything Reel Therapy and 241 Studios, check out our website:LINK: https://www.241studios.com/Follow us on:Instagram: @reeltherapy_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reeltherapypodTikTok: @reeltherapy_podcast
Send us a textLife is frequently unfair and comeuppance, justice, accountability, fairness -- are all too often not achieved.Tune in to hear why it matters to never give up, why it is the duty of everyone who loves justice and equality to continue fighting even in the face of failure.From the recent ANDOR to Brian DePalma's 1987 crime thriller THE UNTOUCHABLES -- tune in to listen why never giving up is itself a victory over the influences and authority who wait for all of us to tire and fold.Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/
Recalling the Thrill of Mission: Impossible's 1996 Premiere – A Film Buff's Perspective by AKAPAD In 1996, the cinematic landscape shifted with the electrifying debut of Mission: Impossible. As a wide-eyed film buff, I vividly remember the anticipation swirling around its premiere. Directed by Brian De Palma and starring Tom Cruise as the daring Ethan Hunt, the film blended high-octane action, intricate espionage, and a pulse-pounding score that left audiences gripped. From the iconic Langley heist to the explosive train chase, every frame oozed tension and innovation. For AKAPAD, this wasn't just a movie—it was a cultural moment that redefined the spy thriller genre, sparking a franchise that still captivates. Reliving that premiere feels like stepping back into a time when cinema dared us to accept the impossible.
Recalling the Thrill of Mission: Impossible's 1996 Premiere – A Film Buff's Perspective by AKAPADIn 1996, the cinematic landscape shifted with the electrifying debut of Mission: Impossible. As a wide-eyed film buff, I vividly remember the anticipation swirling around its premiere. Directed by Brian De Palma and starring Tom Cruise as the daring Ethan Hunt, the film blended high-octane action, intricate espionage, and a pulse-pounding score that left audiences gripped. From the iconic Langley heist to the explosive train chase, every frame oozed tension and innovation. For AKAPAD, this wasn't just a movie—it was a cultural moment that redefined the spy thriller genre, sparking a franchise that still captivates. Reliving that premiere feels like stepping back into a time when cinema dared us to accept the impossible.
Join us as we break down the early 90's classic, ‘CARLITO'S WAY' and give our honest thoughts on the groundbreaking new horror film, ‘SINNERS.' Thank you for listening and be safe out there. Mixed and edited by: Wesley Swanson.
Vamos a darle un buen repaso a Carrie, la historia que creó Stephen King y que luego adaptó al cine Brian de Palma. Con multitud de referencias de todo tipo y nuestros comentarios, viajaremos por una de las obras cumbre del terror que guardaba en su interior una historia muy humana. ¿Te vienes con nosotros? Con Fran Maestra y Luis Martínez Vallés Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals
Musk by Alyssa Ashley (1969) + Miloš Forman's Hair (1979) + Jacques Levy's Oh! Calcutta! (1972) + Brian DePalma's Hi, Mom! (1970) with Samuel Reis 5/16/25 S7E32 To hear the complete continuing story of The Perfume Nationalist please subscribe on Patreon.
Godfather 3 stormy kitchen ambience — “Just When I Thought I Was Out, They Pull Me Back In!” We're back at the movies and in a kitchen after a bloody helicopter attack. It's stormy, and dinner is happening, and everything feels tense because everyone almost just died (this scene).I am a Godfather 3 apologist. Aside from how awesome the sound design is in this and the other trilogy films, I love the exploration of a man who tries to emancipate himself from his own cruel and ruthless past. Especially when we are talking about a man who is one the of scariest characters in film.Yes, Godfather Part III feels like the Godfather movie Brian De Palma secretly made… Yes it is a tremendous jump from the cold and cunning Michael to suburbanite-ish Michael. These movies are horror films, they invite us into some pretty grim places. A missteps here could lead to a grisly end. You might go for a fishing trip in the fading sunlight when a gun appears from off screen. Beautifully wrapped pastries are dangerous. Somehow toll booths can become more sinister. Someone in the trilogy winds up sleeping with a disembodied horse head.Who do you even root for in the Altobello v. Connie v. cannoli?Psh—why am I even getting apologist? I love Godfather Part III and not just because of that Mobb Deep banger.This week I had my own “they're pulling me back in” moment after having a copy/ paste issue between Premiere and After Effects (CC2025). Having long ago worked in tech support for non-linear editing compositors, I suddenly found myself back trying to diagnose my own issue. Because Adobe does not give a ****.Adobe has created a bubble for themselves, they can make drastic changes in program behaviors, and unless you have some special tiered support package you will have no way of contacting these ******** but for a Lord of the Flies reddit wannabe where users answer questions for digital badges. I'm mixing my movie metaphors—Adobe Community… let the fans sort it out for themselves like Mary and Vincent? Actually strike that too. ZAAAAAASAAAAAA
With the latest (last?) Ethan Hunt excursion due to embark shortly, we decided to hop back in time 29 years and re-watch the movie that started it all! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through 1996's MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE! How has Brian DePalma's TV-to-feature spy pic starring Tom Cruise held up over the decades? We have plenty of thoughts, plus behind-the-scenes stories, amusing asides and plenty of laughs, so won't you please accept this mission?
This week on the podcast; we start a new retrospective series this week that will run week long as we countdown to Mission: Impossible- The Final Reckoning, we will have a new Mission: Impossible retrospective episode coming out every day from May 16th to May 22nd. So, get ready for seven days worth of Mission: Impossible Speak. For this first episode we have Case Kellem from Town & Gown Players to discuss with host Kale Smith the first Mission: Impossible directed by Brian De Palma. We talk about the history of getting this series started, some of the various attempts to get it going, the drama of making it, and why this movie holds up so much better than most people give it credit for. If you love this podcast, come back tomorrow as we Marley Silverbrand from Reel Lovers Podcast and I sit down and talk about the over ambitious Mission: Impossible 2. Bluesky Handles:@moviekale.bsky.social Twitter Handles: @Moviekale @theyouthcritic @kHznetwork @CaseofSpades32Case's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInsomniacKidTown & Gown Players: https://townandgownplayers.org/Bright Star Tickets
This week on the Erotic Thriller Club we jump back into the world of Brian De Palma! We're also giving Antonio Banderas a third and final chance to play a cool guy in an erotic thriller... Can he succeed? Rebecca Romijn-Stamos! Sexy jewel heists! Asexual henchmen!
This week's episode was recorded in front of a live audience on Feb. 7th, 2025, at Cinema 21 in Portland, Oregon. Beloved composer, musician, and iconic actor PAUL WILLIAMS joined us to discuss the film we screened that night, PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, as well as his impressive and long career in film and music. Paul talks about his experiences working with director Brian De Palma, juggling acting and composing songs for fellow actors William Finley, Gerrit Graham, and Jessica Harper, his stylistic influences for writing the soundtrack, the joy in playing a bastard like Swan and even how Phantom eventually found an audience with the help of some dedicated Winnipeggers. He also shares fascinating stories about his prolific work output, including composing for Jim Henson, how Burt Reynolds got the idea to put him in Smokey & The Bandit, writing songs for the Carpenters, Barbara Streisand & Ishtar, meeting songwriting deadlines while touring with Liza Minelli, how it felt when Phantom superfans Daft Punk reached out to him to collaborate on their music, and so much more.And as if that wasn't enough, there's also a live performance from Paul's latest collaborators, PORTUGAL. THE MAN, which includes a lovely Phantom Of The Paradise tip of the hat.Thanks again to all who donated their time and energy to make this beautiful event happen! Enjoy!PAUL WILLIAMS:https://www.paulwilliamsofficial.com/PORTUGAL. THE MAN:https://portugaltheman.com/FRANCES CHANGED MY LIFE:https://www.franceschangedmylife.com/REVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE:Host Chris Slusarenko (Eyelids, Guided By Voices, owner of Clinton Street Video rental store) is joined by actors, musicians, comedians, writers & directors who each week pick out their favorite music documentary, musical, music-themed fiction film or music videos to discuss. Fun, weird, and insightful, Revolutions Per Movie is your deep dive into our life-long obsessions where music and film collide.The show is also a completely independent affair, so the best way to support it is through our Patreon at patreon.com/revolutionspermovie. By joining, you can get weekly bonus episodes, physical goods such as Flexidiscs, and other exclusive goods.Revolutions Per Movies releases new episodes every Thursday on any podcast app, and additional, exclusive bonus episodes every Sunday on our Patreon. If you like the show, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing it on your favorite podcast app. Thanks!SOCIALS:@revolutionspermovieBlueSky: @revpermovieTHEME by Eyelids 'My Caved In Mind'www.musicofeyelids.bandcamp.com Click here to get EXCLUSIVE BONUS WEEKLY Revolutions Per Movie content on our Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Say hello to one of the most iconic crime films of all time! Movie Mistrial takes on Brian De Palma's legendary gangster epic, Scarface.Scarface is a bold and unrelenting rise-and-fall story, powered by Al Pacino's electrifying performance as Tony Montana. With its intense action, unforgettable dialogue, and stylish depiction of the criminal underworld, the film has cemented itself as a cultural phenomenon and a staple of gangster cinema.While Scarface is celebrated for its larger-than-life storytelling, some critics argue that its excessive violence, over-the-top performances, and lengthy runtime can overshadow its deeper themes. Additionally, its glorification of excess and crime has sparked debate about its moral implications.Join us as we dive into the world of Scarface—its legacy, impact, and the debate over whether it's a cinematic masterpiece or an indulgent spectacle.Connect with us and share your thoughts:Twitter: http://tiny.cc/MistrialTwitterFacebook: http://tiny.cc/MistrialFBInstagram: http://tiny.cc/MistrialInstaVisit our website, www.moviemistrial.com, for more captivating episodes and to stay up-to-date with all things movies.
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Nuevo podcast premium de LA SEXTA NOMINADA. Aprovechando el estreno de 'Misión Imposible: Sentencia final', en teoría la octava y última película de Tom Cruise como Ethan Hunt, aprovechamos para hacer una serie especial centrada en la saga y su fascinante estrella protagonista. Empezamos con 'Misión imposible', estrenada en 1996 con Brian De Palma como director. ¿Cómo surge el proyecto? ¿De dónde venía Cruise en ese momento? ¿Qué hace especial a esa película? La Sexta Nominada, con Juan Sanguino y Dani Mantilla. Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de La Sexta Nominada . Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/46194
Welcome to the Savage Horror Creeps Podcast! We are guides through the world of horror films past, present, and future! Narrating years, decades, sub-genres, subjects, and themes with honest reviews and rankings, no film (or listener) will be spared! The Savage Horror Creeps take a canoe trip to 1972 where they discuss some psychedelic gore fests! But first, they discuss the news movies they have been watching like SINNERS, DROP, HELL OF A SUMMER, AND MORE! Episode 54: Savage Top Ten Last House on the Left Blacula Deliverance Sisters Dr. Phibes Rises Again Tombs of the Blind Dead Don't Torture a Duckling The Gore Gore Girls The Night Stalker The Red Queen Kills Seven Times with Honorable Mentions, Horror Awards and nominees, and MORE! Be sure to subscribe to the Savage Horror Creeps Podcast on: Apple Spotify Or wherever you listen And dont forget to rate/review the podcast! It really helps out the show! You can email our show at savagehorrorcreeps@gmail.com and interact with us on: Instagram: @savagehorrorcreeps Facebook: The Savage Horror Creeps Podcast Page Stay tuned for our next episode, Episode 54: The Books of Horror!
If you love Brian DePalma, you love this movie. If you don't, I'm very sorry you watched Femme Fatale (2002).
Academy Award-nominated actress Amy Irving has announced her sophomore album, Always Will Be, featuring 10 electrifying renditions of songs from her longtime friend Willie Nelson's iconic catalog. The album includes contributions from Amy Helm, Louis Cato, Steve Earle, Chris Pierce, Lizzie No, and Willie himself, and is due out on April 25 via Queen of the Castle Records/Missing Piece Records. Amy Irving and Willie Nelson's decades long friendship began when the pair first met on the set of the 1980 film Honeysuckle Rose. After dueting on a reimagining of his song "I'm Waiting Forever" for her 2023 debut album, Nelson reached out to Irving with a proposition: Why not record another album, one comprised entirely of his own work? Irving took him up on the offer, and the result is an incredibly heartfelt album, one that is rooted in love and friendship. Over Irving's prolific career, she has been seen in Brian DePalma's Carrie and The Fury, stage performances of Romeo & Juliet with the Los Angeles Shakespeare Society and Broadway's Amadeus. Irving was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Yentl, and has captivated audiences with beloved starring roles in films including Crossing Delancey, The Competition and Micki and Maude.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
Holly unleashes The Fury (1978), director Brian De Palma's follow up to Carrie, which features two telekinetic teenagers for the price of one. Golden Age star Kirk Douglas is in a spy movie, trying to rescue his abducted psychic son, while Amy Irving is a girl with a psychic connection to him. Listen as we crack wise about throbbing veins, forgetting location of the Playboy Mansion in Chicago, and then we explode! Cut to credits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textBrandon and Kevin of The Reel for Real Podcast talk about what they've been watching recently, Brian De Palma, physical media, martial arts movies, and more!Follow Brandon on social media:TikTokInstagramFacebookLetterboxdBrandontoksmovies.comAnd make sure to follow Kev:TikTokInstagramYouTube
Today it's a Double Feature! Kicking off our discussion of the Mission: Impossible franchise, we're discussing Mission: Impossible and Mission: Impossible II. It's seriously impressive for a franchise to span nearly 30 years, multiple directors, and plenty of death defying stunts from lead actor Tom Cruise. We look back to the original Brian De Palma film to see the roots of the franchise, and we discuss the much more silly and ridiculous John Woo entry. Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast founded by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, co-hosted by film expert Juzo Greenwood. The show is executive produced by Darrin O'Neill and recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. You can support the show at patreon.com/ecfsproductions. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron have been podcasting since 2018, and are now focused on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer who majored at SFSU Film School to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is an expert. Isaac Ransom works full-time as an experienced creative, digital marketer, and product manager. Isaac is an outside opinion. Juzo Greenwood is a working filmmaker, film critic, and movie appreciator, known for his incredible understanding of all things cinema. Juzo is the critic. The podcast is a passion project between three longtime friends; we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support.
They're all gonna laugh at you! Jack and Corey are joined by the hilarious actor/comedian Anais Fairweather (DC Superhero Girls, Drunk History) to talk Brian De Palma's iconic adaptation of Stephen King's CARRIE (1976)! The three talk April Fools, pranks, pooping your pants, watching horror movies too young, Sissy Spacek's perfect performance, periods, BJs, bushes, John Travolta's first movie, Nancy Allen is the best bully, bad auditions, Gym class, showering at school, fire hoses, George Lucas, pig's blood, 70s sound, telekinesis, Amy Irving getting half of Stephen Spielberg's money, and olives.Support the pod by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/cinemapossessedpod and unlock the Cinema Possessed Bonus Materials, our bi-monthly bonus episodes where we talk about more than just what's in our collection! We talk new movies! Tops 5 Episodes! Behind the scenes! And More!Instagram: instagram.com/cinemapossessedpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinemapossessedpodEmail: cinemapossessedpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Opium by Yves Saint Laurent (1977) + Brian DePalma's Scarface (1983) with Georgeana Crespo, owner of The Plastic Age Shop 4/3/25 S7E22 To hear this episode and the complete continuing story of The Perfume Nationalist please subscribe on Patreon.
Hollywood:1975. Martin Scorsese sits in his apartment, enraged. He wants to literally kill the man who is ruining his to-be-released film, Taxi Driver. Scorsese's friends, filmmakers Stephen Spielberg, Brian De Palma, John Millius, and Paul Schraeder rush to Scorsese's side to talk him out of committing murder, but when they arrive, their friend Marty acts less like himself and more like his Travis Bickle character from the film he's trying to save. This is the story of that night. Martin Scorsese is certainly one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Jake wants to know: who is your favorite filmmaker? Tell us at 617-906-6638, disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or on socials @disgracelandpod. This episode contains content that may me disturbing to some listeners, including graphic depictions of violence and self-harm. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to a monthly exclusive episode, weekly bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at disgracelandpod.com/membership. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - GET THE NEWSLETTER Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: Instagram YouTube X (formerly Twitter) Facebook Fan Group TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, Jake shares some surprising developments in the Jay-Z case and their ramifications for the ongoing Diddy cases. Plus we hear from you on the Sid and Nancy story, and Jake imagines a better world where hot dogs, coffee and cheap beer cost just one dollar. Next week, we're bringing you part 2 of our Martin Scorcese story, one that features other legendary directors like Brian DePalma and Steven Spielberg, so we want to know: Who is your favorite filmmaker? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or on socials @disgracelandpod. For more great Disgraceland episodes, dive into our extensive archive, including such episodes as: Episode 39 Led Zeppelin Episode 41 Iggy Pop Episode 71 David Bowie To hear an extended version of the After Party and gain access to this month's exclusive episode on guitar legend Stevie Ray Vaughan, become a Disgraceland All Access member at disgracelandpod.com/membership. Visit www.disgracelandpod.com/merch to see the latest Disgraceland merch! Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - GET THE NEWSLETTER Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: Instagram YouTube X (formerly Twitter) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices