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This week we're going back to a weird, weird version of 19th-century Nicaragua with Walker! Join us as we learn about William Walker's ill-fated efforts in Sonora, the Filibuster War, the El Nicaraguense newspaper, and more! Sources: Monty Python's Flying Circus Sketch: "Sam Peckinpah's 'Salad Days'": https://youtu.be/XL54pji1nfA?si=o0UbrhVH1ewe3p3J Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walker_(film) Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/walker Roger Ebert's Review: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/walker-1987 Craig J Clark, "Alex Cox Says Goodbye--and Good Riddance--To Hollywood," Crooked Marquee, available at https://crookedmarquee.com/alex-cox-says-goodbye-and-good-riddance-to-hollywood/ Rufus Kay Wyllys, "William Walker's Invasion Of Sonora, 1854" Arizona Historical Review, http://hdl.handle.net/10150/623744 Rufus Kay Wyllys, "The Republic of Lower California, 1853-1854," Pacific Historical Review 2:2 (1933): 194-213. https://www.jstor.org/stable/3633829 Robert G. Cleland, "Bandini's Account of William Walker's Invasion of Lower California," Huntington Library Quarterly 7:2 (1944): 153-66. https://www.jstor.org/stable/3815990 The Sierra citizen. (Downieville, CA), Feb. 11 1854. https://www.loc.gov/item/sn86058097/1854-02-11/ed-1/. The Nevada journal. (Nevada City, CA), Apr. 14 1854. https://www.loc.gov/item/sn84026884/1854-04-14/ed-1/ Joseph Bilby, "Through Hades with his Hat Off: The strange career of A.J. Morrison," Military Images 11:5 (1990): 14-15. https://www.jstor.org/stable/44032253 Walter Johnson, "The Grey-Eyed Man of Destiny," in River of Dark Dreams: Slavery and Empire in the Cotton Kingdom (Harvard University Press, Belknap Press, 2013). https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctvjsf5q7.17 Michel Gobat, Empire by Invitation: William Walker and Manifest Destiny in Central America (Harvard University Press, 2018). https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctv24w64hk.7 Issue of El Nicaraguense from 3/12/1856, UT Austin Archives: available at https://collections.lib.utexas.edu/catalog/utblac:c81aa1b7-44bd-444c-b097-de95dd810392 Issues of El Nicaraguense, Volume 1: https://www.latinamericanstudies.org/nicaragua/El_Nicaraguense-Aug-Nov-1856.pdf James Carson Jamison, With Walker in Nicaragua. First Battle of Rivas excerpt available at https://play.google.com/books/reader?id=GYpnAAAAMAAJ&pg=GBS.PA28&printsec=frontcover&output=reader&hl=en

Send us a text6:27 Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere21:48 Bugonia33:23 Shelby Oaks42:10 A House of Dynamite54:57 The Hand That Rocks the Cradle01:00:38 Queens of the Dead01:07:04 In Our BloodIt's a 7-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there. A film criticism podcast.  Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it!  'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.'  Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo Entertainment and The New Flesh podcast, a show about horror movies that is currently celebrating its tenth year.Support the show

“It can't rain all the time.”Those words became immortal the day Brandon Lee brought The Crow to life and lost his own in the process. Born to a martial arts legend, Brandon Lee was poised for stardom, carving out a name for himself outside of his father's shadow, but fate had other ideas when a tragic accident occurred on set,  and The Crow, a dark and gothic thriller, would become both his final film and his legacy.After 30 years, The Crow has immortalized Brandon Lee in its haunting story of Eric Draven, risen from the dead seeking retribution, but his death also created another legacy, one that changed the way Hollywood would operate to keep casts and crews safe. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a promo for Missing in the PNW:The Pacific Northwest is known for it's beautiful coastline, green interior, rainy weather, and spectacular mountains, but because of all of this it's also the perfect place to go missing.Listen hereAshurst, S. (2019a, May 15). ‘John Wick 3' director Chad Stahelski opens up about Brandon Lee's tragic death on “The Crow.” Yahoo Movies UK via Yahoo Entertainment. https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/john-wick-3-director-chad-stahelski-opens-brandon-lees-tragic-death-crow-142644256.html?guccounter=1Ashurst, S. (2019b, May 15). ‘John Wick 3' director Chad Stahelski opens up about Brandon Lee's tragic death on “The Crow.” Yahoo Movies UK via Yahoo Entertainment. https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/john-wick-3-director-chad-stahelski-opens-brandon-lees-tragic-death-crow-142644256.html?guccounter=1Boyle, P. (2019, July 16). Brandon Lee Apparently Killed by .44 Bullet : Movies: Even after autopsy finding, North Carolina police are still treating the actor's death as accidental. - Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1993-04-02-ca-18323-story.htmlBrandon Lee. (n.d.-a). The Movie Database. https://www.themoviedb.org/person/57700-brandon-lee?language=en-USBrandon Lee. (n.d.-b). The Movie Database. https://www.themoviedb.org/person/57700-brandon-lee?language=en-USBruce Lee — Bruce Lee. (n.d.). Bruce Lee. https://brucelee.com/bruce-leeFate's Children: Bruce and Brandon. (1993, May 3). The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/1993/05/02/archives/fates-children-bruce-and-brandon.htmlHarris, M. (2021, October 22). The brief life and unnecessary death of Brandon Lee. EW.com. https://ew.com/article/1993/04/16/brief-life-and-unnecessary-death-brandon-lee/Heching, D. (2021, October 26). Eliza Hutton Breaks Silence 28 Years After Fiancé Brandon Lee's Death in the Wake of 'Rust' Shooting. People.com. https://people.com/movies/eliza-hutton-breaks-silence-28-years-after-fiance-brandon-lees-death-in-the-wake-of-rust-shooting/IMDb. (n.d.). Brandon Lee. IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000488/bio/?ref_=nm_ov_bio_smJensen, E. (2024, August 23). The tragic true story of how Brandon Lee died on “The Crow” movie set in 1993. USA TODAY. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2024/08/23/the-crow-1994-brandon-lee-death-explained/74858461007/No Charges Filed in Actor's Death During Filming. (1993, September 6). The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/1993/09/06/us/no-charges-filed-in-actor-s-death-during-filming.htmlRemembering Brandon Lee (1965-1993). (2025, January 1). Flasz on Film. https://flaszonfilm.com/2023/03/31/remembering-brandon-lee-1965-1993/The Associated Press. (1993a, April 1). Actor dies after accident in filming. Winston-Salem Journal, 30.The Associated Press. (1993b, April 1). Brandon Lee's death followed series of mishaps on movie set. The Salisbury Post, 5A.The Crow movie review & film summary (1994) | Roger Ebert. (1994, May 13). Roger Ebert. https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-crow-1994Van Horn, S. (2024, March 24). How “The Crow” was completed after Brandon Lee's death. Collider. https://collider.com/the-crow-production-brandon-lee/Year of the Dragon, 2025 & 2026 Horoscope of Chinese Zodiac Dragon. (n.d.). https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/social_customs/zodiac/dragon.htm?srsltid=AfmBOoohsHN9nEf8PO2NFG_9Z1sUhMiP9S-px25xQ6L-R5h038Od5EBaIf you enjoyed the episode, consider leaving a review or rating! It helps more than you know! If you have a case suggestion, or want attention brought to a loved one's case, email me at bookofthedeadpod@gmail.com with Case Suggestion in the subject line.Stay safe, stay curious, and stay vigilant.

This week we're covering Damian McCarthy's feature debut. Noah had a bit of a time with it, but luckily not everyone was quite as shaken.Sheila O'Malley for Roger Ebert: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/caveat-movie-review-2021Follow us on social media!https://casualhorrorpod.comhttps://bsky.app/profile/casualhorrorpod.comhttps://www.tumblr.com/casualhorrorpodhttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-obsessionOur website!https://www.casualhorrorpod.comFollow the hosts on their individual accountsEmma (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/jellyfwitch.bsky.socialhttps://letterboxd.com/emmapanadaNina (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/ninawolverina.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/ninawolv3rinaNoah (He/They)https://letterboxd.com/Bubbadabadhttps://bsky.app/profile/bubbadabad.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/bubbadabadJade (They/She)https://www.tumblr.com/whatisityouprayforhttps://letterboxd.com/thefakestfan

Send us a text5:38 Black Phone 217:50 Good Fortune25:54 The Mastermind36:54 Truth & Treason44:30 Frankenstein54:26 Blue Moon01:01:13 Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost01:07:40  Other01:12:19 The TwitsIt's a 9-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there. A film criticism podcast.  Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it!  'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.'  Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo Entertainment and The New Flesh podcast, a show about horror movies that is currently celebrating its tenth year.Support the show

ONE HOT FEST – ADELAIDE FILM FESTIVAL is a special mini-series from One Heat Minute Productions, diving into Australia's most charismatic celebration of cinema. Host Blake Howard takes you inside the Adelaide Film Festival — from filmmaker interviews and festival dispatches to reviews and discussions with guests and critics — relaying the energy, stories, and spirit that make it one of Australia's most electric film events.Synopsis:A behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis (2024).Sean BurnsSean Burns is a film critic for WBUR's Arts & Culture and a contributing writer at North Shore Movies and Crooked Marquee. He was Philadelphia Weekly's lead film critic from 1999 through 2013, and worked as a contributing editor at The Improper Bostonian from 2006 until 2014. His reviews, interviews and essays have also appeared in Metro, The Village Voice, Rolling Stone, The Boston Herald, Nashville Scene, Time Out New York, Philadelphia City Paper and RogerEbert.com.A graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, Burns was a recurring guest on the late David Brudnoy's WBZ 1030 AM radio show, and in 2002 received an award for Excellence in Criticism from the Greater Philadelphia Society of Professional Journalists. Currently a member of the Online Film Critics Society and the Critics Choice Association, he's also “the most annoyingest person ever,” according to his niece.WEBSITE: splicedpersonality.comTWITTER: @SeanMBurnsOne Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The second episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1971 features the first of two picks for a notable debut feature, George Lucas' THX 1138. Directed and co-written by George Lucas and starring Robert Duvall, Donald Pleasence, Maggie McOmie and Don Pedro Colley, THX 1138 is based on Lucas' student film Electronic Labyrinth: THX 1138 4EB.The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/thx-1138-2004), Vincent Canby in The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/1971/03/21/archives/wandas-a-wow-sos-thx-wandas-a-wow-sos-thx.html), and Stefan Kanfer in Time magazine (https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,944339,00.html).Please like, share, rate and comment on the show and this episode, and tune in for the next 1971 episode, with the second of two picks for a notable debut feature, Steven Spielberg's Duel.The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/thx-1138-2004), Vincent Canby in The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/1971/03/21/archives/wandas-a-wow-sos-thx-wandas-a-wow-sos-thx.html), and Stefan Kanfer in Time magazine (https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,944339,00.html).Check out more info and the entire archive of past episodes at https://www.awesomemovieyear.com and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/awesomemovieyear You can find Jason on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JHarrisComedy/, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jasonharriscomedy/ and on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/goforjason/You can find Josh online at http://joshbellhateseverything.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/joshbellhateseverything/, on

Ep. 354: Robert Daniels on Good News, Anemone, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, The Love That Remains Welcome to The Last Thing I Saw, with your host, Nicolas Rapold. In the last week of the 2025 New York Film Festival I was pleased to catch up with Chicago-based critic Robert Daniels, who is associate editor at RogerEbert.Com and a regular contributor at The New York Times. We talked about a few movies he had seen while attending NYFF, as well as an outstanding title from the Toronto film festival that's coming up this week on Netflix. Films we discussed included Anemone (directed by Ronan Day-Lewis), Good News (Byun Sung-Hyun), Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere (Scott Cooper), and The Love That Remains (Hlynur Palmason). Please support the production of this podcast by signing up at: rapold.substack.com Photo by Steve Snodgrass

This Week in the Nation’s Capitol (Gaza ceasefire/hostages released … + … Peace talks in Egypt … + … Gov’t shutdown)… GUEST Greg Clugston … SRN White House correspondent. Death of Diane Keaton … +… “Last Days:” new film about John Alan Chau… + … “The Lowdown,” streaming … + … “One Battle after Another” (DiCaprio) … + … Halloween movies … GUEST Abby Olcese… writer on film, pop culture and faith … she’s written for Think Christian and RogerEbert.com … author of “Films for All Seasons: Experiencing the Church Year at the Movies” Gardening + … Putting the garden to bed, but leaving plants up to help pollinators … + … How to store garden tomatoes to enjoy through Nov … GUEST Doug Oster … Editor, Gardening with Doug.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a text6:12 Tron: Ares19:29 Roofman25:51 Kiss of the Spider Woman32:40 After The Hunt42:54 The Woman in Cabin 1048:25 The Perfect Neighbor53:35 John Candy: I Like Me,58:46 Vicious01:05:16 Urchin01:10:14 DeathstalkerIt's a 10-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there. A film criticism podcast.  Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it!  'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.'  Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo Entertainment and The New Flesh podcast, a show about horror movies that is currently celebrating its tenth year.Support the show

The first episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1971 features the box-office champion, Norman Jewison's Fiddler on the Roof. Directed by Norman Jewison and starring Topol, Norma Crane, Rosalind Harris, Michele Marsh, Leonard Frey and Neva Small, Fiddler on the Roof is an adaptation of the hit Broadway musical by Joseph Stein, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick.The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/fiddler-on-the-roof-1971), Vincent Canby in The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/1971/11/28/archives/is-fiddler-more-demille-than-sholem-aleichem-fiddler-on-the-roof.html), and Charles Champlin in the Los Angeles Times.Check out more info and the entire archive of past episodes at https://www.awesomemovieyear.com and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/awesomemovieyear You can find Jason on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JHarrisComedy/, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jasonharriscomedy/ and on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/goforjason/You can find Josh online at http://joshbellhateseverything.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/joshbellhateseverything/, on Bluesky at signalbleed.bsky.social and on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/signalbleed/If you're a Letterboxd user and you watch any of the movies we talk about on the show, tag your review “Awesome Movie Year” to share your thoughts.You can find our producer David Rosen and his Piecing It Together Podcast at https://www.piecingpod.com, on Twitter at @piecingpod, on Bluesky at piecingpod.bsky.social and on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/bydavidrosen/ Join the Popcorn & Puzzle Pieces Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/piecingpod for more movie discussion and our Awesome Movie Year audience choice polls.All of the music in the...

Send us a text**RARE SPOILER WARNING: BONE LAKE gets discussed in more detail than usual. I think we give ample warning, but be aware!** 5:54 The Smashing Machine14:05 V/H/S Halloween22:40 Play Dirty28:29 Good Boy34:47 Bone Lake41:32 Coyotes47:49 Are We Good?It's a 7-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there. A film criticism podcast.  Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it!  'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.'  Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo Entertainment and The New Flesh podcast, a show about horror movies that is currently celebrating its tenth year.Support the show

Donny and Chelsea are covering the cult classic that Roger Ebert called "jaw droppingly bad" - B*A*P*S, starring the AWARD WINNING ACTRESS, Halle Berry (although Chelsea doesn't think she should be). The duo hope to win a contest - white t-shirt or otherwise, but they'll settle for a $4 cocktail or a glass of toilet water. Happy Belated Bi Visibility Day! Where are the abs? To access AD FREE versions of our episodes, as well as bonus episodes and uncut audio and video,⁠ subscribe to our Patreon!⁠  If today's episode makes you laugh or scream, please do us a favor and rate our show 5 STARS on⁠ Apple⁠ or⁠ Spotify⁠ This is the easiest way for us to grow our community! Get your Cutie ⁠MERCH!⁠ We're on YOUTUBE! Be sure to⁠ subscribe⁠ so you don't miss a second of our hijinx - now on video! Follow Us on Social Media! TikTok: ⁠cuteonepodcast⁠ Chelsea:⁠ @ohnochels⁠ Donny:⁠ @realdonnywood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We begin our month long dive into the world of Twilight with our longest episode EVER! That's right folks, we just couldn't stop talking about Bella, Edward, baseball, Cam Gigandet, vampire rules, that infamous spider monkey line, and how to talk about Twilight in a way that feels honest to us. Also: Seth finds one character hideous! Michelle can predict who is a werewolf and who is a vampire! Catherine Hardwicke loves nature! Roger Ebert is silly! Check it out! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, decoder ring, shout out on the show AND you get to vote on monthly episodes and themes. That's a lot for only $5 a month! For more info and to sign up visit us on Patreon You can also give a Movie Friends subscription here: Gift a Movie Friends Subscription! Visit our website Send us an email! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram Fill out our listener survey

Send us a text4:35 One Battle After Another20:18 The Strangers: Chapter 229:22 Eleanor the Great33:49 Dead of Winter39:36 All the Devils Are HereIt's a light 5-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there. A film criticism podcast.   Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it!   'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.'   Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

NICKEL BOYS is one of a kind. That's not to say the narrative is brand-new. Two Black teens struggling to keep their sanity while stuck in an abusive institution brings to mind ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST, THE GREAT ESCAPE, the millennial cinematic classic HOLES.But where NICKEL BOYS differs, as the great Roger Ebert wrote, is in HOW it's about what it's about. The camera is an extension of the main characters, their first-person perspective. But unlike other films that've adopted this approach, NICKEL BOYS invests its energy into the authenticity of this perspective.Think about yourself reading this. You might glance down, turn your head to see a phone notification. You might reread the last paragraph and conjure a mental image of Jack Nicholson or Nurse Ratched. Is that thought confined by a tiny editor in your head, INSIDE OUT-style, reacting with the timing of someone who wants the smoothest cut? No. It's instant. How can the experience of being human and all its minutia be translated to a cinematic language? That's where NICKEL BOYS shines.Ross, along with cinematographer Jomo Fray, move their cameras patiently, deliberately in a manner that attempts to pull this off, described in interviews as a "sentient experience." As such, the result is immersive, at times feeling like I or you or she or he have possessed Elwood (Ethan Herisse) or Turner (Brandon Wilson) as they navigates their Black body through 1960s Florida.By doing so, Ross reminds us that while we may not be Black, the story of Nickel Academy and its culture of murdering children, contrasted with the promise of new civil rights and space exploration, is not merely a subgenre of history. It's our collective memory. It's our duty and responsibility to accept, from which to learn and rebuke.---Please follow, rate and review The Movies wherever you listen to podcasts!Follow The Movies on Instagram, Bluesky and Letterboxd

Host: Martin Quibell (Marv) Guest: Sean Malin – Author, Culture Critic, and Podcast Columnist Episode Overview: In this insightful episode, Marv sits down with Sean Malin, acclaimed author of "Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen." Sean shares his journey in curating the most influential podcasts, discusses the evolution of the podcasting industry, and offers advice for writers and podcasters in the age of AI. Whether you're a podcast enthusiast, creator, or industry professional, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways and expert perspectives. About the Guest: Sean Malin ● Author of "Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen" ● Culture critic and columnist for New York Magazine, Vulture, and The New York Times ● Former food critic, film critic, and editor-in-chief for various publications ● Early YouTube creator and media industry veteran Connect with Sean: ● Twitter: @SMAs ● Book: Available via Chronicle Books and major retailers Time-Stamped Highlights: 00:32 – Introduction to Sean Malin and his book 01:54 – The challenge of narrowing down 5 million podcasts to 101 03:04 – Sean's process for selecting podcasts and the importance of context 07:00 – The impact of corporate ownership on podcast content  13:40 – Book structure: Organizing by genre and why it matters 16:55 – Sean's background as a critic and his journey into podcasting 27:58 – Book mentions: "Podcast Pantheon," "1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die," "Great Movies" by Roger Ebert, and more 42:00 – Advice for writers: The power of cold emails and working with editors 49:00 – Advice for podcasters: Authenticity, AI, and connecting with your audience 52:00 – How to connect with Sean and where to buy the book Book Mentions: ● Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen by Sean Malin (Main subject of the episode; available worldwide) ● 1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die (Inspiration for Sean's book format) ● Great Movies by Roger Ebert (Referenced as a critical influence) Listen now and discover the stories behind the world's most influential podcasts! #PodcastPantheon #PodcastingTips #PodcastCommunity #PodcasterLife #BookRecommendations #PodcastInterview #PodcastDiscovery #PodcastIndustry #AIinPodcasting #PodcastSEO

We're back from hiatus, and we've brought Patrick Bateman with us!Roger Ebert: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/american-psycho-2000Follow us on social media!https://casualhorrorpod.comhttps://bsky.app/profile/casualhorrorpod.comhttps://www.tumblr.com/casualhorrorpodhttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-obsessionOur website!https://www.casualhorrorpod.comFollow the hosts on their individual accountsEmma (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/jellyfwitch.bsky.socialhttps://letterboxd.com/emmapanadaNina (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/ninawolverina.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/ninawolv3rinaNoah (He/They)https://letterboxd.com/Bubbadabadhttps://bsky.app/profile/bubbadabad.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/bubbadabadJade (They/She)https://www.tumblr.com/whatisityouprayforhttps://letterboxd.com/thefakestfan

Send us a text5:30 Him15:54 A Big Bold Beautiful Journey24:24 The Lost Bus33:23 The Senior40:13 Swiped45:49 London Calling51:41 Megadoc01:02:32 Chain Reactions01:09:31 Predators01:16:01 Plainclothes01:22:46 Prisoner of War01:27:32 Compulsion01:33:06 Night of the ReaperIt's a 14-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there. A film criticism podcast. Name another podcast doing fourteen movies a week, we'll wait!Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

Recent events have gotten me thinking about Roger Ebert's quote about movies being empathy machines, bringing us closer to people we might think we have nothing in common with. When I first saw the Berlinger/Sinofsky documentary 'Brother's Keeper' I was overwhelmed with empathy and heartbreak and humor and feeling for these odd-duck brothers and their ramshackle farm existence and the small town in Upstate New York that became roiled by a murder trial when one brother was accused of killing another by smothering. And so, not having seen the film in many decades, I wanted to revisit it, to see if it retained its power and ability to create empathy. In this episode I start with a brief prologue talking about first encountering the film.  Then I pause and rewatch the film and come back on the mic to share my thoughts on seeing the movie anew. 'Brother's Keeper' is one of the first films I would mention to anyone who wanted to know what movies of any genre I held closest to my life as a moviegoer. If you've seen it, you'll know what I mean. If this podcast episode is the first you're hearing of it, I hope you'll give it a watch, and let me know what you think!

In this series, Jeff and Andy look at historical events that took place on this day.Today in history, one of the greatest actors of this generation is born, a big player falls during the recession of '08, and Roger Ebert's favorite supporting actor passes away.This series is brought to you by the great Boss Shot Shells.

Send us a text8:05 The Long Walk20:44 Spinal Tap II: The End Continues34:36 The Man in My Basement34:37 Bang Bang39:49 Code 345:26 SplitsvilleIt's a 6-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there! A film criticism podcast. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

This Week in the Nation’s Capitol (Trump addresses his religious liberty commission at The Museum of the Bible … + … Trump’s apocalyptic meme aimed at Chicago … + … Hyundai plant raid= Trump’s investment policies vs immigration policies)… GUEST Greg Clugston … SRN News White House Correspondent. What’s good to watch?… GUEST Abby Olcese… writer on film, pop culture and faith … she’s written for Think Christian and RogerEbert.com … author of “Films for All Seasons: Experiencing the Church Year at the Movies” GUEST Father Lou Vallone ... was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Pgh in 1973 ... Since his ordination, Fr. Lou has shepherded the faith communities of 9 diff parishes, 6 of them as pastor ... Now retired as a Pastor & Adjunct Professor at Duquesne University, he spends his time as a Charter Member and Master Coach for the Human Formation Coalition and gives retreats, days of recollections and missions for clergy & parishes, as well as consulting & lecturing in Canon Law as an Advocate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE SWIMMER (1968) We dive deep in to The Swimmer and discuss and analyze, maybe just a little bit the glorious film directed by Frank Perry, based on a screenplay by Eleanor Perry, from the 12 page short story by John Cheever. "Well-off ad man Ned Merrill (Burt Lancaster) is visiting a friend when he notices the abundance of backyard pools that populate their upscale suburb. Ned suddenly decides that he'd like to travel the eight miles back to his own home by simply swimming across every pool in town."If you're reading this I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support. Death By DVD has almost existed for 2 solid decades, please consider supporting Death By DVD directly on Patreon to secure the future of this very show. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Thank you for choosing Death. DEATH BY DVD FOREVER. FOREVER DEATH BY DVD. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ CHECK OUT DEATH BY DVD ON YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/@DeathByDVDDon't forget, Death By DVD has its very own all original audio drama voiced almost entirely by Death By DVD!DEATH BY DVD PRESENTS : WHO SHOT HANK?The first of its kind, (On this show, at least) an all original narrative audio drama exploring the murder of this shows very host, HANK THE WORLDS GREATEST! Explore WHO SHOT HANK, starting with the MURDER! A Death By DVD New Year Mystery WHO SHOT HANK : PART ONE WHO SHOT HANK : PART TWO WHO SHOT HANK : PART THREE WHO SHOT HANK : PART FOUR WHO SHOT HANK PART 5 : THE BEGINNING OF THE ENDWHO SHOT HANK PART 6 THE FINALE : EXEUNT OMNES 

What happens when you mix Skeet Ulrich, Cuba Gooding Jr., a military bioweapon, and an ice cream truck? Jackie and Danielle from No More Late Fees are rewinding to 1999 to revisit the action-thriller Chill Factor—the cult flop that tried to be Speed but ended up frozen in time.In this episode, we dive into: • The over-the-top plot where “Elvis” must stay below 50 degrees or explode • Skeet Ulrich and Cuba Gooding Jr.'s buddy-action chemistry (or lack thereof) • Box office trivia, critical reception, and why Roger Ebert wasn't impressed • Behind-the-scenes tidbits and filming locations that may surprise you • Nostalgic throwbacks to late '90s movie culture, from VHS shelves to cult TV crossovers • Fandom hot takes, quotable moments, and our signature Blockbuster-inspired ratingsIf you love nostalgic movie rewatches packed with trivia, funny commentary, and just the right amount of sass, this episode is for you. Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share your favorite Chill Factor memories (or rants) with us—we might feature you in a future episode!·Season 5 Episode 20·—No More Late Fees ⁠https://nomorelatefeespodcast.com⁠909-601-NMLF (6653)—Follow Us on Social:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nomorelatefees TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@nomorelatefees Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/nomorelatefeesYoutubehttps://www.youtube.com/@nomorelatefees Twitterhttps://x.com/NoMoreLateFees —CONQUERing⁠⁠myconquering.com⁠⁠10% Off Code: JACKIE10

The latest film releases include The Conjuring: Last Rites, Preparation for the Next Life, Twinless, and The Threesome. Weighing in are Christy Lemire, film critic for RogerEbert.com and co-host of the YouTube channel Breakfast All Day, and Alison Willmore, critic for NY Magazine and Vulture.

Send us a text6:31 The Conjuring: Last Rites17:25 Twinless26:45 The Threesome32:20 The Cut39:19 The Baltimorons46:13 Riefenstahl It's a 6-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there! A film criticism podcast. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

Is there anything Meryl Streep and/or Shirley MacLaine can't do? It's a question we return to, as we settle down with Mike Nichol's 1990 dramedy, based on Carrie Fisher's semi-autobiographical novel of the same name. But to what extent is it based on Fisher's real-life relationship with her mum, Debbie Reynolds? How well does it reflect issues around addiction? And, another question we return to: what is Roger Ebert even on about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 342: Venice 2025: Glenn Kenny on Frankenstein, Bugonia, Jay Kelly, After the Hunt, No Other Choice, Broken English, Lo Spettro Welcome to The Last Thing I Saw, with your host, Nicolas Rapold. This week I have been busily watching movies at the Venice Film Festival, and for my first episode, I sit down with critic Glenn Kenny, who's writing for RogerEbert.com. Among the Venice world premieres discussed are Frankenstein (directed by Guillermo del Toro), Bugonia (Yorgos Lanthimos), No Other Choice (Park Chan-wook), Jay Kelly (Noah Baumbach), After the Hunt (Luca Guadagnino), the Marianne Faithfull documentary Broken English (Jane Pollard and Iain Forsyth), and a selection from the Venice Classics lineup of restorations, Riccardo Freda's Lo Spettro (The Ghost), starring original scream queen Barbara Steele. Glenn also talks about his work on the Biennale College Cinema, the results of which are screening at the festival. Please support the production of this podcast by signing up at: rapold.substack.com Photo by Steve Snodgrass

In honor of The Roses (in theaters now), we're taking a look at the 1989 adaptation of the same novel, Danny DeVito's The War of the Roses, starring Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner. Join in as we discuss the movie's odd framing device, the 1989 Golden Globe slate, the plight of the American housewife, and movies we watched in high school. Plus: What was Barbara's goal in seducing DeVito's character? How did that chandelier last so long? Why is this movie so popular in Germany? And, most importantly, was Barbara right about giving kids candy? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next week: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004)-----------------------------------------------Key sources and links for this episode:Roger Ebert's three-star reviewThe War of the Roses in the AFI Catalog"In Conversation: Kathleen Turner" (Vulture)"Love and Hate" (New York Times)"The Truth about Danny DeVito and Michael Douglas's Time as Roommates" (The List)“I'm the Judge Who Approved the Custody Arrangement in The Parent Trap, But in My Defense, I Didn't Think The Would Go to the Same Camp” (McSweeney's)The Simpsons in "Family Therapy," the short that preceded The War of the Roses in theaters (YouTube)

In this episode award-winning filmmakers Sean Mannion and Nicole Solomon discuss David Fincher's Fight Club and Charles Martin Smith's Air Bud.The show starts with an overview of the films and the hosts' personal opinions of the films before diving into the broader discussion of what they reflect about each other and our culture.Links for the episode: Air Bud Box Office: https://www.boxofficemojo.com/title/tt0118570/Fight Club Box Office: https://www.boxofficemojo.com/title/tt0137523/?ref_=bo_se_r_1Buddy on America's Funniest Home Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jahmNtexBm8Buddy on Letterman's Stupid Pet Tricks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85gnR_1Og1YAir Bud Oral History: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/1714380/2020/04/01/air-bud-movie-oral-history/Roger Ebert on Air Bud: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/air-bud-1997David Denby on Fight Club: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1999/10/18/boys-will-be-boys-3Gregory Weinkauf on Fight Club: https://www.dallasobserver.com/film/revenge-of-the-nerds-6397100Jean Grae on Fight Club: https://someoneelsesmovie.com/episodes/jean-grae-on-fight-clubSubscribe to our channel and make sure you set the reminders up, so you'll know when the next episode is coming.Want access to bonus episodes, exclusive content, our films, behind the scenes goodies and more? Join our Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/4milecircusLearn more about our work in general at http://www.4milecircus.comSubscribe to the audio only version of the show here on YouTube or search for The Celluloid Mirror on your favorite podcast platform.Episode Segments0:00 - Starting Soon 1:02 - Introduction to the Show 2:30 - Introduction to the Films 9:39 - Our Response to the Films 23:35 - A Word from Our Sponsor 27:00 - Reflections of the Films1:20:31 - Wrap UpNext Time (9/9/25 at 6PM EST): Superman (2025) and The Godfather https://www.youtube.com/live/PIC5sEaTtU4Music"Twisted" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

The late Chicago movie critic, Roger Ebert, used to refer to the "Idiot Plot," in a lousy movie where if any single character simply failed to act like an idiot, there would simply be no movie to watch. And lately that seems to describe the world, too. Is there a limit to what a dumbed-down populace will tolerate? There is certainly a common thread, however: "On the Hatred of Women"

Send us a text4:10 Caught Stealing16:22 The Roses27:09 The Toxic Avenger38:04 The Thursday Murder Club44:03 A Little Prayer50:45 American Sweatshop57:39 Vice Is BrokeIt's a 7-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there! A film criticism podcast. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo Entertainment4Support the show

 The belief system is democracy. - Gordon QuinnGordon Quinn is an acclaimed documentary filmmaker and co-founder of Kartemquin Films, a collective that works towards creating “stories that foster a more engaged and just society.” Among their many works are Hoop Dreams and Home For Life.This interview is also a companion piece to the recent interview I did with Professor Patricia Aufderheide, who wrote the book Kartemquin Films: Documentaries on the Frontlines of Democracy. You can listen to my interview with Professor Aufderheide, Episode 74, here.In this conversation I ask Gordon:* How has the advent of digital filmmaking changed films?* What types of experimentation would you like to see with the form of documentary?* Your work has not just documented people's lives, but also the power structures in which all of us exist. Can you speak to the importance of that?* What would John Dewey make of our country today?* When we talk about democracy today, and the challenges we face, what are some of the lessons you take from the sixties?* What is a fun memory of Roger Ebert?The book Gordon mentioned is Original Sins: The (Mis)Education of Black and Native Children and the Construction of American Racism by Eve L. Ewing.If you enjoyed this podcast please forward it to a friend. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit benbo.substack.com

As hinted at on last week's WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER episode, Tripp decided to torture poor Ross and Jim with a musical rendition of Roger Ebert's One-Star review of the film. The views and opinions expressed in this song are those of the late great Roger Ebert and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the podcast or its hosts.

Leaving Las Vegas (1995) is Nicolas Cage at his most raw and devastating and he delivers a performance that won him an Oscar and became one of the bleakest love stories ever put on film. Cage plays Ben Sanderson, a man who moves to Las Vegas to drink himself to death, where he meets Elisabeth Shue in a career-defining role as a sex worker who chooses to love him anyway. In this episode, Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin break down Cage's Oscar-winning performance, Elisabeth Shue's shocking transformation, and the film's unflinching depiction of addiction, despair, and fleeting connection. They also discuss Roger Ebert's surprising praise, the film's cultural impact, and why Leaving Las Vegas still resonates nearly 30 years later.

Send us a text7:27 Eden22:11 Honey Don't!30:11 Relay38:11 Eenie Meanie46:33 Lurker53:56 We're Not Safe HereSorry for the delay! Brett was moving.It's a 6-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there! A film criticism podcast. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

Our exit today has us having nothing to fear because it's only desire taking us higher and higher. This week, we are talking about Wet Hot American Summer, written by Michael Showalter and David Wain and directed by David Wain. And our conversation includes one of the film's biggest fans, The Director's Club host Jim Laczkowski!Along the way, we discuss this amazing cast, including Paul Rudd, Janeane Garofalo, Bradley Cooper, and David Hyde Pierce, along with our own summer camp experiences. Plus, Planet of the Apes, sketch comedy, Frasier, The State, movie trivia, Skylab, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, Alan Arkin, Roger Ebert's memorable pan of the film, and Ross' shortest plot summary of all time. And Tripp talks about maybe his best and worst moviegoing experiences in the same episode!The Director's Club SubstackThememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.

We dive into Michael Bay's 1996 action film 'The Rock' starring Nicholas Cage, Sean Connery, and Ed Harris. Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo explore the film's iconic moments, characters, and unique blend of comedy, action, and drama. They discuss why 'The Rock' stands out as a classic in the action genre, Michael Bay's directorial choices, and the unforgettable performances from the stellar cast. We also cover the film's background, including its commercial success, cultural impact, entrance into the Criterion Collection, and Roger Ebert's surprising defense of its artistic merits. Don't miss this comprehensive analysis of one of the best action movies of the 90s!

The latest film releases include Highest 2 Lowest, Nobody 2, The Knife, and Went Up the Hill. Weighing in are Christy Lemire, film critic for RogerEbert.com and co-host of the YouTube channel Breakfast All Day, and Shawn Edwards, film critic for FOX4 News in Kansas City and co-founder of the African American Film Critics Association.

Send us a text4:04 Nobody 213:58 Highest 2 Lowest29:31 Night Always Comes36:50 Witchboard43:22 East of Wall51:04 Suspended Time57:44 The Glassworker01:06:27 The Knife01:12:20 Fixed1:15:45 Went Up the Hill01:21:01 Jimmy & StiggsIt's an 11-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there! A film criticism podcast.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

4:10 PM - What’s good to watch?… GUEST Abby Olcese (ol-CHESS-ee)… writer on film, pop culture and faith … she’s written for Think Christian and RogerEbert.com (she’s from Kansas City) … author of “Films for All Seasons: Experiencing the Church Year at the Movies”. 5:10 PM - End of Summer Reading … GUEST Byron Borger … owner, Hearts and Minds Bookstore, Dallastown PA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alisha Mughal's It Can't Rain All the Time: The Crow (ECW Press, 2025) weaves memoir with film criticism in an effort to pin down The Crow's cultural resonance. A passionate analysis of the ill-fated 1994 film starring the late Brandon Lee and its long-lasting influence on action movies, cinematic grief, and emotional masculinity Released in 1994, The Crow first drew in audiences thanks to the well-publicized tragedy that loomed over the film: lead actor Brandon Lee had died on set due to a mishandled prop gun. But it soon became clear that The Crow was more than just an accumulation of its tragic parts. The celebrated critic Roger Ebert wrote that Lee's performance was “more of a screen achievement than any of the films of his father, Bruce Lee.” In It Can't Rain All the Time, Mughal argues that The Crow has transcended Brandon Lee's death by exposing the most challenging human emotions in all their dark, dramatic, and visceral glory, so much so that it has spawned three sequels, a remake, and an intense fandom. Eric, our back-from-the-dead, grieving protagonist, shows us that there is no solution to depression or loss, there is only our own internal, messy work. By the end of the movie, we realize that Eric has presented us with a vast range of emotions and that masculinity doesn't need to be hard and impenetrable. Through her memories of seeking solace in the film during her own grieving period, Mughal brilliantly shows that, for all its gothic sadness, The Crow is, surprisingly and touchingly, a movie about redemption and hope.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Alisha Mughal's It Can't Rain All the Time: The Crow (ECW Press, 2025) weaves memoir with film criticism in an effort to pin down The Crow's cultural resonance. A passionate analysis of the ill-fated 1994 film starring the late Brandon Lee and its long-lasting influence on action movies, cinematic grief, and emotional masculinity Released in 1994, The Crow first drew in audiences thanks to the well-publicized tragedy that loomed over the film: lead actor Brandon Lee had died on set due to a mishandled prop gun. But it soon became clear that The Crow was more than just an accumulation of its tragic parts. The celebrated critic Roger Ebert wrote that Lee's performance was “more of a screen achievement than any of the films of his father, Bruce Lee.” In It Can't Rain All the Time, Mughal argues that The Crow has transcended Brandon Lee's death by exposing the most challenging human emotions in all their dark, dramatic, and visceral glory, so much so that it has spawned three sequels, a remake, and an intense fandom. Eric, our back-from-the-dead, grieving protagonist, shows us that there is no solution to depression or loss, there is only our own internal, messy work. By the end of the movie, we realize that Eric has presented us with a vast range of emotions and that masculinity doesn't need to be hard and impenetrable. Through her memories of seeking solace in the film during her own grieving period, Mughal brilliantly shows that, for all its gothic sadness, The Crow is, surprisingly and touchingly, a movie about redemption and hope.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film

GATEWAY CINEMA is a multi-part series of conversations centered on key ideas in film studies. In these conversations, we interpret and celebrate a set of eclectic feature films from across generations and from around the world, including “La Haine”, “Drum”, “Alien 3 (Assembly Cut)”, “Come and See”, “Perfect Days”, “Sweet Smell of Success”, “The Swimmer”, “Amadeus (Director's Cut)”, “Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia”, “Friday”, “Marie Antoinette”, “The Night of the Hunter”, “Crank” and “Crank 2: High Voltage”, “Portrait of a Lady Fire”, “The Fabulous Baron Munchausen”, “Joker: Folie a Deux”, “Welcome to the Dollhouse”, “Heathers”, and “The Death of Stalin”.***Referenced media in GATEWAY CINEMA, Episode 8:"Alien 3 (Assembly Cut)” (David Fincher, 1992/2003)“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” (Steven Spielberg, 1984)“Ghostbusters” (Ivan Reitman, 1984)“Gremlins” (Joe Dante, 1984)“The Karate Kid” (John G. Avildsen)“Purple Rain” (Albert Magnoli, 1984)“Silver Spoons” (Martin Cohan, Howard Leeds, and Ben Starr, 1982-1987)“Red Dawn” (John Milius, 1984)“Stop Making Sense” (Jonathan Demme, 1984)“The Terminator” (James Cameron, 1984)“At the Movies” (Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert, 1982-1986)“Conan the Barbarian” (John Milius, 1982)“Body Double” (Brian De Palma, 1984)“The Killing Fields” (Roland Joffé, 1984)“A Nightmare on Elm Street” (Wes Craven, 1984)“Beverly Hills Cop” (Martin Brest, 1984)“Dune” (David Lynch, 1984)“The Cotton Club” (Francis Ford Coppola, 1984)“The Cotton Club: Encore” (Francis Ford Coppola, 2017)“Starman” (John Carpenter, 1984)“E.T.” (Steven Spielberg, 1982)“The Thing” (John Carpenter, 1982)“Come and See” (Elen Klimov, 1985)“Star Wars” (George Lucas, 1977)“Time Bandits” (Terry Gilliam, 1981)“The Smurfs and the Magic Flute” (José Dutillieu, 1975)“Style Wars” (Tony Silver, 1983)“Mary Poppins” (Robert Stevenson, 1964)Audio quotation in GATEWAY CINEMA, Episode 8:“Amadeus (Director's Cut)” (Miloš Forman, 1984/2002), including “Piano Concerto In E Flat, K. 482; 3rd Movement” (1785), “Die Entfuhrung Aus Dem Serail: Finale” (1781), “Symphony 29 in A Major, 1st Movement” (1774), https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq6-EneBMiNHmdqqE_5TmkJ9neViFMvTL“Rock Me Amadeus” by Falco (1985), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVikZ8Oe_XA&list=RDcVikZ8Oe_XA&start_radio=1“Purple Rain” (Albert Magnoli, 1984)“Come and See” (Elem Klimov, 1985), including “Requiem in D minor, K. 626: Sequentia, Lacrimosa” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1791)

Send us a text6:03 Weapons29:15 Freakier Friday40:23 Sketch50:08 The Pickup58:06 Harvest01:07:31 Descendant01:13:35 Strange Harvest01:21:18 Shaman01:27:16 VideoheavenIt's a 7-movie week here on 'Roger (Ebert) & Me,' the only comprehensive 'Siskel & Ebert'-style review show out there! A film criticism podcast.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Even if you're on Spotify or YouTube, jump over there and throw us 5 stars. We can't get on RottenTomatoes until 200 people rate it! 'Roger & Me' is a movie review podcast covering all new releases, both theatrical and streaming, every Friday, modeled after 'Siskel & Ebert.' Hosted by Mark Dujsik of markreviewsmovies.com & Brett Arnold of Yahoo EntertainmentSupport the show

Abashed the devil stood, and felt how awful goodness is. The Crow (1994) is a one-of-a-kind film, borne out of tragedy and thought to be cursed. Critic and culture writer Alisha Mughal takes a look at the film, its graphic novel origins, its beautiful but doomed star Brandon Lee, and much more in her new book for the Pop Classics series, It Can't Rain All the Time: The Crow. Alisha joins Skylight's Justin Remer for a talk about her book, her hyperfixation on the movie, and the '90s grunge ethos. For more of Alisha Mughal's recent writing, check out: *"The Lonely Landscapes of Materialists and The Worst Person in the World" on RogerEbert.com  *"Let's Rock: The Dialectic of the the Sublime in Twin Peaks" on FilmDaze.net  For more information on the screening of Johnny Mnemonic hosted by the Skylight Books podcast crew on August 26, 2025, check out:  *The American Cinematheque's website for Friend of the Fest 2025 For Pop Classics titles on audiobook, check out Libro.FM please!  Hosted and produced by Justin Remer.  Recorded remotely via Zencastr.  Opening music: "Optimism (Instrumental)" by Duck the Piano Wire.  Closing music: "Rule of 3s (Solemnity Child)" by Elastic No-No Band. 

Part 3 of Boogie Mikes tackles Paul Thomas Anderson's Magnolia, his 3 hour epic drama starring Tom Cruise, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, John C. Reilly, William H. Macy, Jason Robards, Melora Walters, Philip Baker Hall, and Jeremy Blackman. NON-SPOILER REVIEW OF MAGNOLIA: Production Stories, Reception, Awards & The Tom Cruise Career Checkpoint - 2:01 Roger Ebert's Take + Non-Spoiler Script Thoughts - 11:07 Review of the Performances - 15:45 Review of the Production Values - 20:51 Final Non-Spoiler Sales Pitch - 26:26 SPOILER FILLED REVIEW OF MAGNOLIA: 28:52 Why this movie is so PTA: and yet, why does he use so many narrative devices? - 30:36 Asking some major questions - 36:39 The Big Themes - 40:10 That Ending: and what a mess we are trying to reckon with it - 44:31 More Bests & Worsts - 1:03:20 OUTRO: Please let us know your thoughts and explanations re: Magnolia. We'd love to read them. Here's a linktree to all of our socials, and where else you can find our podcast. Please rate, review, like, and subscribe and help us spread the word about our show in a positive way. We thank you very much for doing so. https://linktr.ee/mikemikeandoscar

Join us as we delve into director Ken Russell's 1980 film 'Altered States.' This episode covers the film's psychedelic themes, its visionary yet controversial direction, and its mixed reception from critics like Roger Ebert. We discuss the film's exploration of hallucinogenic drugs, sensory deprivation tanks, and its complex narrative about a scientist's quest for absolute truth. Whether you're a fan of flawed gems or just curious about experimental cinema, this episode has something for you!

In this episode, host Sandra Abrams sits down with Chaz Ebert, for a lively discussion about her book, It's Time To Give A FECK. FECK stands for forgiveness, empathy, compassion and kindness. She also shares insights into the many projects she is working on including a documentary, Wellness Warrior, about the life of 103-year old Deborah Szekley, founder of the Rancho La Puerta spa. In addition to directing and writing, Ms. Ebert is the CEO of Ebert Digital LLC and is the legal adviser and TV and movie producer at Ebert Productions. For 24 years, she shared a life with Pulitzer-prize winner and film critic, Roger Ebert, who passed away in 2013. Together, they established the Ebertfest film festival and the Roger Ebert Center for Film Studies at the University of Illinois. Learn more about the book giveafeck.com ---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media makers, creator resources, visual storytelling, and every aspect that brings film, television, and video projects from concepts to our screens. Check out the MediaMakerSpotlight.com show page to find even more conversations with industry professionals that inspire, educate, and entertain!We on the Women in Film & Video (WIFV) Podcast Team work hard to make this show a great resource for our listeners, and we thank you for listening!