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2024's challenger to last year's "Barbenheimer" phenomenon is here in the form of the Gladiator II and Wicked double feature. We review both highly anticipated films, and our discussion just might surprise you! Tune in and find out!
Ho Ho Ho Ho-ello there!It has come upon us once again: the Christmas season. And as was aforementioned, its getting darker. We must let you know that this was not planned... or our tolerance levels are so out of whack that we've blackened our souls and have detached ourselves from societal norms...Annnnyyyywwwaaaayyyyyy, there's nothing more Christmas-sy than Lars Von Trier! And this film; starring Stellan Skarsgård and Emily Watson, in her first film role, lets us know that we're in for a rough ride for a good 2 hours and 40 mins. Thankfully, it's all set on an "unnamed Scottish Isle" where everyone's accents are all over the place, the sideburns are "pure 70s", the medical equipment looks outdated, and it's all brown. And that means we're in the past.DESCEND INTO THE DARKNESS WITH US ALL!
In this episode of Outside the Cinema, hosts Bill and Chris discuss Bill's recent vacation experience at an all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic, sharing frustrations about the resort's lack of true inclusivity and poor food quality. They transition into reflections on Thanksgiving traditions, noting how family gatherings have changed over the years. The conversation evolves into a discussion about the evolution of holiday traditions and the pressures of maintaining them. The hosts then promote their merchandise before diving into movie reviews, specifically focusing on 'Terror Train 2' and 'Doom Asylum'. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the horror film 'Terror Train 2', discussing its slasher elements, character dynamics, and how it serves as a sequel to the original. They explore the nostalgia associated with horror sequels, the effectiveness of the film's writing, and the overall impressions of the movie. The discussion then shifts to 'Doom Asylum', highlighting its bizarre tone and character interactions, ultimately reflecting on the nature of 80s horror films and their tropes. In this episode, Chris and Bill delve into the peculiarities of the film 'Doom Asylum,' reflecting on its bizarre tone and slapstick elements. They also discuss Kristen Davis's career trajectory, particularly her role in 'Sex and the City.' The conversation shifts to a critical analysis of the 1998 remake of 'Psycho,' where they express their disdain for the film's execution. Finally, they review 'Heretic,' highlighting its thought-provoking themes and strong performances.
This week Eddie reviews We Live in Time' and 'Conclave' plus the guys talk Silo, Dune: sisterhood and more
Hello classmates!Pete and Joseph screwed up this week, and watched the wrong movie on the wheel... For their transgression, they each get a punishment movie to watch for next week, and you all get an extended ALL STREAMING PICKS episode. Email in your streaming picks, and we'll read them on the airVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/GZzEX_VaNekhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)The Maple Syrup Don: StephenTrip AffleckJoseph Navarro Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:LOTR Trilogy - MaxA Serious Man - Max, Criterion ChannelFahrenheit 9/11 - Peacock, Hoopla, Tubi, Kanopy, PlutoCapitalism: A Love Story - Hoopla, Vudu, Tubi, Kanopy, PlexSicko - Hoopla, Tubi, Pluto, PlexIngrid Goes West - TubeThe Boy and the Heron - MaxWoman of the Hour - NetflixPredestination - NetflixAnora - ONLY IN THEATERSDeadpool & Wolverine - Disney+Sting - HuluThanksgiving - NetflixEverybody Wants Some - Prime, Fubo, MGMBurnt - NetflixMy Old Ass - PrimeWidow Clicquot - NetflixKillers of the Flower Moon - Apple TV3:10 to Yuma - Fubo, Netflix, Paramount+MST3K: Space Mutiny - YouTube https://youtu.be/sa42pxJyq64?si=ys2Z3h2h-gIuqRG3Out of Darkness - Fubo, Paramount+It's Florida, Man (series) - MaxArcane (series) - NetflixThe Passion of Darkly Noon - Prime, Peacock, Tubi, Plex, FreeveeDamien: Omen II - $4 rental on Amazon, Apple TVNorway - ScreamboxBrothers - PrimeHostiles - TubiMadS - Shudder, AMC+The Bride Wore Black - Prime
Don't [expletive] with the babysitter! The 1987 flick, Adventures in Babysitting, was an action-packed comedy filled with quotable quotes, car chases, and even a couple of f-bombs. A then 22-year-old Elizabeth Shue danced, ran, and sang the blues, launching the movie into cult-classic status. But now, decades later, does it all feel like a chore? Should Shue's “Chris” have called it quits two hours earlier? And just how popular was that issue of Playboy magazine? The Old Roommates take their pop culture car into the shop and give the Chris Columbus debut a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Listen to this. Old Roommates can be reached via email at oldroommatespod@gmail.com. Follow Old Roommates on social media @OldRoommates for bonus content and please give us a rating or review!#ChrisColumbus #DavidSimkins #ElizabethShue #AnthonyRapp
In this episode, the Mullets are wiped from birthdays and holidays and trips to the cinema, but still have to charge on and recap a wretched movie with bad CGI sharks, Quint impersonators and Brooke Hogan puns.All kinds of awesome, bonus content is available on our Patreon! Rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Content Warning: Violence, Shark Attack, Movie-level-MayorNoir is back, just like the shark! We're talking direct-to-TV classic Ghost Shark (2013), which is weirdly a favorite of Sophia's. Apparently "I have a podcast" doesn't give you taste, but who cares! A shark eats a kid on a slip-n-slide! Where to find City of Noir:Twitter: @NoirGalaxiesBlueSky: @noirgalaxies.bsky.socialRolling with DifficultyContact the Podmoviestruckpod@gmail.comwww.moviestruck.transistor.fmPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruckDiscord: https://discord.gg/cT2vm3KdeSBlueSky: @moviestruck.bsky.socialTheme by Prod. DomSoundcloudThank you to our $10 Patrons!Gamerchamp's slightly hotter twin, with an internal temperature of 99.6 degrees F, Adam Bagnall, UwU, Fish_Hemsworth, Zas, Madidid, Ethan, Jim8333, Jacob Hunt, Azraq Shinji, Case Aiken, Ebony Voigt, AnOptimist, Lairde Ray, the Norwegian one, Travis Poe, William Warren, Stag Hart (Deer Deer), Rusty_Fork, Mura Purcell, insomnite, Link Brenton, Nathan Dunlap, DaddySwan. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Hello classmates!Andrew Garfield is more than just a spider, Denis Villeneuve has his own space politics to worry about, and Jon Watts returns AppleTV's dirty money. A special all chatter episode today, with plenty to talk about after Pete & Joseph have been gone for 2 weeks shooting an indie horror short, Motherwound! Stay tuned later in the week, for an all Streaming Picks episode.Visit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/iK_f_avDJEwhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)The Maple Syrup Don: StephenTrip AffleckJoseph Navarro Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Later in the week...
The DOtD lads go thrifting as we review Curry Barker's “The Chair”! We discuss the film's outstanding camera work, try to put together what actually happened, and Nico realizes he might've missed some things. We still love him. Spoilers in this chair. This chair. This chair. This chair. THIS CHAIR.Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes!Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoorTwitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
Episode 488: Gladiator 2 Review – Tyler starts off the episode by discussing the new horror film The Substance! Pat shares his thoughts on the Apple TV Plus series Shrinking. Tyler leads the discussion of the latest “Nerd News”...including The Game Awards nominations! The Nerds review the new Ridley Scott film Gladiator 2! They end the episode with a “Nerd Favorite”...favorite cheesy action film? Timestamps: What we are Into: 8:25-27:10 Nerd News: 27:10-38:05 Gladiator 2 Review: 38:05-1:15 Nerd Favorite: 1:15-1:18
Victor Crowley! Again? I guess we keep coming back because the well isn't dry yet. Join us this week as we bring you HATCHET 3, bringing some new faces, some returning ones, and some that are completely detached from their bodies. Your rocket launcher won't save you this time, so buckle up for a third night in Honey Island Swamp. Find us online: Instagram: @bmoviebeatFacebook: The B Movie BeatdownEmail: thebmoviebeatdown@gmail.com
Let us entertain you as we're re-joined by historian and author Robert Rath. We enter the Colosseum for a second time this year to discuss Ridley Scotts historical accuracy and the narrative value of Denzel Washington!If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Twitter(X) or Instagram!buymeacoffee.com/onlymoviepodcastYou can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Treat yourself a round of Sicilian stuffing... and cranberry sauce.
“This body will take some getting used to.”On this episode of the Exploding Helicopter podcast, we look at a remake of one of the most famous science fiction films of the 1950s, THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL (2008).We discuss the film's thematic update, the futile efforts to launch Jaden Smith's acting career, and, of course, the exploding helicopter action. Episode 153.
Treat yourself a round of Sicilian stuffing... and cranberry sauce.
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In this episode of Outside the Cinema, hosts Bill and Chris delve into the world of cult classic films, particularly focusing on 80s slasher movies. They discuss their viewing habits, the evolution of podcasting technology, and the nostalgic elements of films like 'Party Line'. The conversation highlights the unique characteristics of 80s cinema and the impact of technology on modern podcasting. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the 1988 film 'Party Line', exploring its characters, plot dynamics, and the 1980s cop drama elements. They discuss the relationships between characters, particularly the sibling dynamic, and the film's portrayal of the era's societal issues. The conversation also touches on the film's cast, the effectiveness of its storytelling, and the overall impact of the film, culminating in a rating discussion. In this conversation, Chris and Bill review the 1988 horror film 'Twice Dead,' discussing its plot, character decisions, and the role of the ghost in the story. They explore themes of family dynamics, the ineptitude of law enforcement, and the kids' attempts to fend off a gang. The conversation culminates in their ratings and recommendations for the film, highlighting its unique blend of horror and comedy.
Find the 9 Points Rating System Here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/Find the original Gladiator Review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-01-03T18_00_00-08_00Find the Back to the Future Review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-08-08T15_26_59-07_00In this episode of A Lost Plot, hosts Maverick and Andrew delve into Gladiator 2, exploring its themes, character dynamics, and the impact of its narrative choices. They discuss their initial impressions, ratings, and the film's portrayal of Lucius, the son of Lucilla, as he navigates a world filled with rage and vengeance. The conversation highlights the contrast between Lucius and Maximus, the role of Macronus, and the significant revelation of Lucius's parentage, culminating in a rich analysis of the film's storytelling and character development. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the character dynamics and revelations in Gladiator 2, discussing how these elements impact the narrative and the legacy of the original film. They analyze the role of villains, particularly comparing them to Commodus, and explore the political intrigue that unfolds throughout the story. The discussion culminates in reflections on the film's overall impact and how it stands in comparison to its predecessor, Gladiator.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Gladiator 2' Introduction4:37 Opening Scene15:30 Lucius the Gladiator29:20 Sudden Character Shifts41:29 Lucius is Maximus's Son???52:39 Macrinus and the Emperors1:02:55 Ending and Final Thoughts#gladiator2 #lucius #macrinus #maximusdecimusmeridius #alostplot #filmthoughts #film #movies #newrelease #recentrelease #gladiator #rome #therewasadreamthatwasrome #roman #emperor #caraccus #geta #lucilla #strengthandhonor #maximus
In the latest episode of Rewind of the Living Dead, we're going to have a standing arm-wrestling contest and then we get to da choppa as we review the 1987 classic PREDATOR starring Arnold Schwarzenegger Music courtesy of Andrew Scott Bell and Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio For more Rewind of the Living Dead, visit our website or follow on social media:https://www.rewindofthelivingdead.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rewindofdeadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rewindoflivingdeadInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rewindoflivingdead/
Al Pacino won his first Academy Award for his role as Lt. Col. Frank Slade, a cranky, demanding, foul-mouthed guy who also happens to be blind. Oh yes, 1992's Scent of a Woman had old Oscar in its sights (no pun intended). The grandstanding worked. Oodles of Oscar nominations and big bucks at the box office soon followed. But now, decades later, does this movie wear out its Thanksgiving welcome before we can say, “Hoo-ah”? Is Charlie (Chris O'Donnell) being noble or a nitwit in his efforts to protect his classmates? And why is this movie over two and a half hours long? The Old Roommates tango around these questions and more, all through their middle-aged lens. Listen to this. Old Roommates can be reached via email at oldroommatespod@gmail.com. Follow Old Roommates on social media @OldRoommates for bonus content and please give us a rating or review!#ScentofaWoman #BoGoldman #MartinBrest #AlPacino #ChrisO'Donnell
for the full episode join the Patreon [patreon.com/fashiongrunge]The fact that I didn't know about this film until about a month ago is crazy and embarrassing! This formula is like heaven. Alicia Silverstone and Krysten Ritter, directed and written by Amy Heckerling with costumes by Mona May! Sign me all the way up! Vampire roommates? Falling in love hijinks and camp vampire gore?! Yes, Mikey told me about this as he was watching for the first time and immediately wanted to do a podcast on it. I'm so glad he did because this is just what I was looking for. This really proves the power of just comedic writing and an incredible cast. We get into our favorite looks, how Sigourney Weaver is EVERYTHING, and other camp films in the vampire horror comedy genre. Off-topic rants include: Riverdale, why Amy Heckerling needs to make a tv series, and who we would want to be in the world of fictional vamp characters---Get BONUS episodes on 90s TV and culture (Freaks & Geeks, My So Called Life, Buffy, 90s culture documentaries, and more...) and to support the show join the Patreon! Hosts: Lauren @lauren_melanie & Mikey @agentmikey007Follow Fashion Grunge PodcastFind more Fashion Grunge on LinktreeJoin me on Substack: The Lo Down: a Fashion Grunge blog/newsletter☕️ Support Fashion Grunge on Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fashiongrunge
In this episode, the Mullets welcome their daughter before her 8th birthday and try not to destroy her opinions on a bad 2000s animated movie. This is cute, smelly, profane, insightful and funny all at once.All kinds of awesome, bonus content is available on our Patreon! Rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Houston Rhines and Jade Harlow - the stars of Hulu's Christmas on the Ranch - stopped by the US99 studios to chat about their new film, what makes Chicago special and their favorite Christmas movies
The DOtD lads stuff some… turkeys as we review Eli Roth's “Thanksgiving”! We talk through the film's fun kills, what could possibly be in the sequel, and Nico takes a moment to be thankful for Dan. But not Justin tho. Spoilahs in the musketLike & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes!Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoorTwitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
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Turkey time! What are you thankful for? Here at the Beatdown we're thankful we only had to watch THANKSKILLING once. With a large helping of bad acting, a scoop of shaky camera work, and a slice of senseless violence, this might be the budget conscious feast you're looking for. Or not. Find us online: Instagram: @bmoviebeatFacebook: The B Movie BeatdownEmail: thebmoviebeatdown@gmail.com
Huallai Chung (Moni) and Christan Chen (Producer) joined Melissa and Austin to give all the details behind the brand new film, Moana 2!
Greetings Programs! We're back after an impromptu hiatus with two new episodes, of which is this is one! Join us for a conversation about Joker: Folie à Deux by Todd Phillips and The Substance by Coralie Fargeat. These are both divisive, singular works of filmmaking, but do they both work? Listen to find out!One note before you do though, that on the heels of our impromptu hiatus we're headed into an actual hiatus until the new year. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season, and we'll see you in the new year!BONUS CONTENT: This week's bonus episode sees us talking about folk horror and Jokers and much more. Join our Patreon (just $2 CAD/month or you can pay a one-time fee for just this entry) to listen, and we hope you do!Link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/november-bonus-116654259EPISODE HOMEPAGE: As always this episode's homepage has JustWatch-powered links to everywhere you can buy, rent, or stream each of these movies. Use those links to help us keep the lights on, and if you don't see a link be sure to check back as they update dynamically based on where you are and where the films are available at the time you check. Link: https://awesomefriday.ca/2024/11/podcast-joker-folie-a-deux-the-substance/SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/mcsimpson Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/matthewsimpson CONNECT WITH US: Awesome Friday: https://awesomefriday.ca Matthew: https://stretched.ca/ Simon: https://temporarypen.com/ SHOW LINKS: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/awesome-friday/id480100293 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4kwPQGeBvVFVtewkCbrbA9 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/18daf305-2c59-4718-bd5c-0dc393173353 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/show/2775782 Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/ulvugeHonjb IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/85390621/ Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes480100293/the-awesome-friday-movie-podcast Meanwhile, relax and enjoy your flight.
In this episode, the hosts delve into the world of cult movies, focusing on the Terrifier franchise, particularly the latest installment, Terrifier 3. They discuss the evolution of the series, character development, supernatural elements, and the quality of acting. The conversation highlights the film's narrative structure and thematic depth, while also addressing the franchise's future. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the themes of horror films, particularly focusing on the Terrifier series. They discuss the portrayal of religious elements, character development, and the visual effects that contribute to the overall impact of the films. The conversation culminates in a grading of Terrifier 3, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses compared to its predecessors, and the evolution of Art the Clown as a horror icon. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the cinematic journey of M. Night Shyamalan, discussing his notable films, the critical reception of his works, and the recent film 'Trap'. They explore the themes of storytelling, character development, and the absurdities present in his films, particularly focusing on the lack of realism and coherence in 'Trap'. The discussion also highlights the casting choices and the impact of Shyamalan's personal connections on his filmmaking. In this conversation, the hosts critically analyze the film 'Trap', discussing its storytelling flaws, the impact of personal connections in filmmaking, and the unrealistic portrayal of concert experiences. They also reflect on the film 'The Substance', exploring its themes and character dynamics, ultimately providing their recommendations for viewers.
For once, we decided to bring in some legitimate and qualified reviewers to help us discuss Chris Sanders adaptation of Peter Brown's "The Wild Robot". Listen in as kids say the darndest things about this weeks movie!If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Twitter(X) or Instagram!buymeacoffee.com/onlymoviepodcastYou can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We open up the floor to you the listener on this weeks episode of the ChinStroker VS Punter film and TV Podcast with some listener feedback. We discuss: Episode timings: 00:00 - Intro 08:40 - Our memories of working at a multiplex cinema in the 90's 37:20 - Elvis Movies 43: 41 - Our sci-fi TV rankings 49:48 - VR Gaming Subscribe (and review us) at Apple Podcasts Check out Mike's other show The Rewatch Project Check out Mike's new video series covering 80's action TV shows Rolling Thunder Feedback appreciated at chinstrokervspunter@gmail.com and hang with us on facebook Video version of the podcast available on the Chin Stroker VS Punter YouTube Channel
The squad vamps on about Mike's pick, DAUGHTERS OF DARKNESS (1971)! Has Gill been waiting her whole damn life to review a lesbian vampire movie? Is this "style over substance" or does that even matter? And… HOW ABOUT THAT SCORE!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:34)Trailer (00:39:09)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:41:16)Review (00:46:09)Rating/What Did You Think? (01:14:33)Horrific Hotline (01:21:57)Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays Podcast's Horrific Playlist) (01:25:46)Upcoming Episode/Outro (01:29:44)Follow us on all social media:FacebookTwitterInstagramTumblrYoutubeSlasherThreadsBlueskyWant some official Merch?!SHOP HERE!*Intro & Outro Music by Dylan Bailey (IG: @thedylanbailey)*Support the show
This week we review Edward Berger's Conclave, a papal conspiracy thriller in the guise of a serious business, hiding a goofed-up B-movie underneath. We talk about its twists and turns, its murderers' row of a cast, and its absolutely preposterous ending. Will this make our best-of-the-year lists? Tune in and find out!
London-based film writer Esmé Holden joins us to discuss David Cronenberg's M. Butterfly. Based on the Tony Award-winning David Henry Hwang play - itself based on the the real life relationship between Bernard Boursicot and Shi Pei Pu, a Beijing opera singer - Cronenberg's film embraces the conventions of melodrama while thoughtfully exploring gender & queernes and weaving a complex romance tragically undone by the conventions and bigotries of the colonial-capitalist order.We begin by discussing the films explorations of gender, queerness, and transness, and how Cronenberg showcases an exceptionally forward-thinking and nuanced portrayal of these concepts in an era of films content with caricature, stereotype, and parody. Then, we consider how M. Butterfly presents a ground-zero for further explorations of the body, its presentation within societal perfrormance, and the fluidity of sexual expression that would become hallmarks of Cronenberg's signature style throughout the next few decades. Finally, explore the complicated ideological stictures that confine the film's protagonists and how capitalism's myopic definitions of identity continue to hinder self-actualization in its subjects.Follow Esmé Holden on Twitter. Read Cinema Year Zero. Get access to all of our premium episodes and bonus content by becoming a Hit Factory Patron for just $5/month.....Our theme song is "Mirror" by Chris Fish.
Oh boy. Looks like we inadvertently put a bunch of sad (but good) films in a row to wrap up 2024. But honestly, it makes sense.In David Attwood's film, based on the true story of the troubled homeless man called Stuart who meets a writer to detail the intricacies of his life, we are treated to another masterclass from Tom Hardy. In the final part of "Tomsgiving" bit of a tearjerker but it's a good tearjerker. Everyone likes a good cry. It's very therapeutic. Or something.Anyway, get your tissues you fiends!
Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the review of Back to the Future here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-08-08T15_26_59-07_00In this episode of A Lost Plot, hosts Maverick and Sean delve into the intricacies of the film 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.' They explore the film's plot, character dynamics, and thematic elements, particularly focusing on loyalty and betrayal within the context of Cold War espionage. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of the film's narrative structure, character development, and the role of the enigmatic villain, Karla. Through a detailed analysis, they examine how the film engages the audience and the various ways it presents its mystery. In this conversation, they explore its narrative structure, character motivations, and the lasting impact of its themes. They discuss the confusion created by the film's time cuts and flashbacks, the significance of character relationships, and the broader implications of loyalty and betrayal in the context of espionage. The conversation highlights the film's ability to engage audiences through its intricate storytelling and the relevance of its themes in today's world.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' Introduction5:23 Opening Scene9:17 George Smiley as the Protagonist16:15 Themes of Loyalty21:31 The Villains36:46 Time Cuts and Flashbacks45:36 Revelations and the Finale55:19 Lasting Impact#tinkertailorsoldierspy #spy #garyoldman #alostplot #filmreview #podcasting #spymovie #spyfilm #coldwar #russian #british #spyagency #infiltration #mole #distrust #catandmouse #games #spygames #benedictCumberbatch
The inept cast and crew of a hit reality TV show travel deep into the Adirondack mountains for their second season to find proof that Bigfoot exists. Any remaining skepticism they have is ripped to shreds. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Bigfoot's droppings, Bigfoot's essence, and getting wild in the woods with, Wild Men (2017). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:20) Back of the Box/Recommendations (5:25) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (9:24) Rotten Tomatoes (54:30) Cooter of the Week (60:10) What We've Been Watching (67:16) News: (97:34) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
In the latest episode of Rewind of the Living Dead, we look back at 2009's sequel ROB ZOMBIE'S HALLOWEEN II — why was this film so controversial and has this movie gotten better with age? We take a deep dive into Zombie's remakes and how his Halloween films hold up in the larger franchise... Music courtesy of Andrew Scott Bell and Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio For more Rewind of the Living Dead, visit our website or follow on social media:https://www.rewindofthelivingdead.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rewindofdeadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rewindoflivingdeadInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rewindoflivingdead/
In this episode, the Mullet quickly praise an awful B-movie on the beach before gushing over last year's turtle powered instant classic. Get ready for hypothetical mutations, teenage lingo and 4 Non Blondes hate.All kinds of awesome, bonus content is available on our Patreon! Rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
In today's episode, we present Dino-Score: The Music of the Jurassic Park Franchise with Caleb Burnett. We discuss the documentary Music by John Williams, currently on Disney+. Sit back, relax and ENJOY this episode of The Jurassic Park Podcast!Please check out my Newsletter featured on Substack! You can sign up for the newsletter featuring the latest from Jurassic Park Podcast and other shows I'm featured on - plus other thoughts and feelings towards film, theme parks and more!FOLLOW CALEBhttps://www.instagram.com/calebcomposed/FOLLOW USWebsite: https://www.jurassicparkpodcast.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JurassicParkPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jurassicparkpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jurassicparkpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jurassicparkpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/jurassicparkpodApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2VAITXfSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2Gfl41TDon't forget to give our voicemail line a call at 732-825-7763!Catch us on YouTube with Wednesday night LIVE STREAMS, Toy Hunts, Toy Unboxing and Reviews, Theme Park trips, Jurassic Discussion, Analysis and so much more.
Get those skates on, we're rolling away to Xanadu (1980) with Brendan from City of Supers! From Gene Kelly on roller skates to Olivia Newton-John on roller skates, this movie has it all! Provided by "all" you mean roller skates. Where to find City of Supers:Twitter: @cityofsuperspodInstagram: @cityofsupersAvailable on all fine podcasting platformsContact the Podmoviestruckpod@gmail.comwww.moviestruck.transistor.fmPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruckDiscord: https://discord.gg/cT2vm3KdeSBlueSky: @moviestruck.bsky.socialTheme by Prod. DomSoundcloudThank you to our $10 Patrons!Adam Bagnall, UwU, Fish_Hemsworth, Zas, Madidid, Ethan, Jim8333, Jacob Hunt, Azraq Shinji, Case Aiken, Ebony Voigt, AnOptimist, Lairde Ray, the Norwegian one, Travis Poe, William Warren, Stag Hart (Deer Deer), Rusty_Fork, Mura Purcell, insomnite, Link Brenton, Nathan Dunlap, DaddySwan. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Do you have what it takes to take a life? Or is Draft Class too precious? Has anyone in film history had a more impressive career than Clint Eastwood?Joining Jon Saks for the Final Round of the CLINT EASTWOOD Draft - SPECIAL GUESTS!Ben AllenJake Estes"Let us know what Draft you would like to listen to by sending us a message!"Support the showFollow SadisticSupport the show
Seth-vember continues with a hard turn into the bowels of human misery with Paris, Texas! Michelle and Seth are joined by Felicia Maroni of the Seeing Faces In Movies podcast to discuss Wim Wender's 1984 masterpiece. They discuss shower songs, taking the pill of this movie to feel pain, the logistics of the plot and the oddly large poster of Yentl. It's a place of dreams and neon landscapes and we hope you'll join us in our misery. Check out Felicia's website and Instagram For all of our bonus episodes and to vote on upcoming episodes check out our Patreon Patreon supporters help pick episodes, monthly themes and get access to all of our additional shows and our Patron exclusive Discord. It's only the price of a single cup of coffee ($5 a month!) Visit our website and send us an email! Follow Movie Friends on Twitter and Instagram You scrolled this far? That's impressive.
Get access to this entire episode as well as all of our premium episodes and bonus content by becoming a Hit Factory Patron for just $5/month.Following our conversation with the film's director Pascal Plante, we dive into one of the year's best films, Red Rooms: a thriller tailor made for our disaffected, hyper-mediated moment that asks many unsettling questions about the way emerging technologies sever us from empathy, create parasocial complexes, and push toward frightening new modes of nonconsensual connectivity and surveilance.We continue our contemplations on Haneke's "Violence and the Media", and how Red Rooms explores notions of equivalency amongst the images on our screens. Then, we praise Plante's formal control and ethics, how he constructs his 21st century milieu, what he chooses to show and how he shows it. Finally, we caution against passivity when engaging with mediated forms and why our moment demands that we make meaning of our realities, even as powerful forces work toward our mindless complicity in ever-expanding horrors.Red Roomsis available now on VOD and on Region A Blu Ray from Vinegar Syndrome.....Our theme song is "Mirror" by Chris Fish.
What we do in podcasts echoes in eternity, so we're about to unleash hell on Ridley Scotts 2001 epic Oscar winner Gladiator!Liam Billingham from Die Hard on a Blank joins us to figure out why they don't make em like they used to and help us figure out this dadcore classic!If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Twitter(X) or Instagram!buymeacoffee.com/onlymoviepodcastYou can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, we review Aaron Schimberg's under-the-radar indie darling, A Different Man, an unlikely companion piece to this year's The Substance and may even overtake it as the essential 2024 text on self-hatred and the self-wounding blade of wish fulfillment. Effortlessly smart without an ounce of ostentatious force, this is a movie with a million layers underneath its cruel, nasty joke of getting exactly what you want. Tune in to our review!
You've heard of a wooden performance but this is ridiculous. This week, Cody and Matt begin renovations on their new Irish castle and discover one of this year's most overlooked hits! They discuss clever dialogue, effective narrative threads, and the fine art of weaving different types of horror together cohesively. On top of all that, the boys also discuss what they claim to be some of the greatest scares of the year while debating the usefulness of an Irish hole. That's... not what it sounds like.Pack up your wooden man and head for the hills because things are about to get odd!Thanks for listening!Socials: https://linktr.ee/nighthowlspod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e6092441-bbf1-40cf-a2b0-e09786c917bc
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In this episode, Bill and Lord Reverend Bricklemyer discuss their return to the podcast after a hiatus, touching on personal health updates, the current political climate, and their thoughts on new horror films, particularly focusing on 'The Substance,' a body horror film featuring Demi Moore. They explore themes of identity, duality, and the visual storytelling techniques used in the film, while also sharing their insights on the horror genre and its evolving landscape. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the themes of Hollywood's treatment of women, the consequences of selfishness, the transition of a film into horror, the impact of aging on self-perception, and their final thoughts on the film's execution and recommendations. They explore the symbolism within the film, the societal implications of aging, and the effectiveness of body horror as a genre.