89.1 WEMU: Cinema Chat
167 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -Host David Fair sits down with Michigan Theater Executive Director Russ Collins for a most entertaining conversation on movies, culture and live events to be experienced in the local area.
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Cinema Chat: 'Touch' and 'Twisters' open downtown, plus free organ concerts for Ann Arbor Art Fair goers
July 18, 2024 10:08 - 11 minutes - 13.9 MBThe Ann Arbor Art Fair kicks off this week, and the Michigan and State Theatres will bring along some great movies to go with it! WEMU's David Fair meets up with Marquee Arts cinema programming director Nick Alderink to chat about all of the cinematic happenings for the coming weekend!
Cinema Chat: 'Fly Me to the Moon' and 'Longlegs' open at the Michigan Theater, and 'The Lion King' returns to the multiplex
July 11, 2024 12:39 - 11 minutes - 14.4 MBJuly is well underway, and more movies keep coming to the big screen! WEMU's David Fair is joined by Marquee Arts cinema programming director, Nick Alderink, to talk about the new films and special screenings coming to downtown Ann Arbor and your favorite multiplex!
Cinema Chat: 'MaXXXine' and 'Fancy Dance' open downtown, plus a bunch of special screenings throughout July!
July 04, 2024 11:48 - 11 minutes - 14.6 MBWhen it comes to the 4th of July, fireworks and film go hand-in-hand! Both David Fair and Russ Collins are on vacation this week, so WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts cinema programming director Nick Alderink meet up to chat about the newest films and special screenings coming your way this Independence Day weekend!
Cinema Chat: Cinetopia 2024 continues with the world premiere of 'Love & Vodka,' plus much more!
June 20, 2024 12:27 - 15 minutes - 18.4 MBThe 2024 Cinetopia Film Festival rolls on in Ann Arbor! Marquee Arts executive director Russ Collins joins WEMU's David Fair to provide an update on the film fest and the new films opening downtown. Plus, Russ brings along filmmaker and Eastern Michigan University alumnus Heidi Philipsen, who talks about her film "Love & Vodka," which closes out Cinetopia this weekend!
Cinema Chat: Cinetopia starts tonight, plus 'Inside Out 2' hits the multiplex
June 13, 2024 12:17 - 11 minutes - 14.1 MBIt's Night 1 of the highly anticipated return of Cinetopia! Marquee Arts executive director Russ Collins and Marquee Arts cinema program director Nick Alderink join WEMU's David Fair to chat about this year's Cinetopia Film Festival, along with the latest Pixar film that opens at your favorite multiplex!
Cinema Chat: Russ's report from Cannes 2024
May 30, 2024 13:51 - 11 minutes - 15 MBAfter nearly two weeks at the Cannes Film Festival, Russ Collins returned to the WEMU studio! He shared his film festival stories and what's coming to the big screen locally over the next few days with WEMU's David Fair!
Cinema Chat: 'Furiosa' gets the red carpet treatment at the Michigan Theater and much more!
May 23, 2024 12:29 - 11 minutes - 14.3 MBRuss Collins is still living it up at the Cannes Film Festival, but there are still has some cinematic surprises for you! Marquee Arts cinema program director, Nick Alderink, fills in and chats with WEMU's David Fair about the world of cinema, including a big red carpet event at the Michigan Theater tonight!
Cinema Chat: A preview of the 2024 Cinetopia Film Festival, plus 'Back to Black' and 'I Saw the TV Glow' open downtown
May 16, 2024 14:05 - 11 minutes - 14.5 MBThe Cinetopia Film Festival makes its grand return to Ann Arbor next month, and we have your first look! Marquee Arts cinema program director Nick Alderink fills in for Russ Collins this week to chat about Cinetopia and everything else coming to the big screen in the near future with WEMU's David Fair!
Cinema Chat: 'Nowhere Special' and 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' open downtown, plus the latest on upcoming film festivals
May 09, 2024 12:23 - 11 minutes - 13.9 MBMore and more films come your way for the month of May! WEMU's David Fair chats up all things cinema, including all of the upcoming films and special screenings, with Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins!
Cinema Chat: 'The Fall Guy' and 'The People's Joker' open downtown, plus a celebration of all things 'Star Wars'
May 02, 2024 12:22 - 11 minutes - 14.2 MBThe first weekend of May is going to bring you a whole lot of cinematic delight, especially for Star Wars fans all over Washtenaw County! WEMU's David Fair was joined by Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins, to chat about all of the new films and special screenings appearing at your favorite movie houses!
Cinema Chat: 'The Beast' and 'Challengers' open downtown and the State Theatre celebrates 45 years of 'Alien'
April 25, 2024 12:23 - 11 minutes - 14.5 MBAfter you finish planting your springtime flowers, why not catch a flick? Marquee Arts executive director Russ Collins dropped by the WEMU studio to chat about the latest films and special screenings with WEMU's David Fair.
Cinema Chat: The Michigan Theater Foundation gets a new name, plus a long list of new films and film festivals on the way!
April 18, 2024 12:47 - 11 minutes - 14.6 MBLike spring flowers, movies are springing up all over town! WEMU's David Fair meets up with Marquee Arts (formerly the Michigan Theater Foundation) executive director Russ Collins to discuss the new films opening downtown and some special screenings and film festivals coming your way very soon!
Cinema Chat: 'The First Omen' plays in 35mm at the Michigan while 'Wicked Little Letters' opens at the State in Ann Arbor
April 04, 2024 12:35 - 11 minutes - 15 MBIt's a wrap on the 62nd Ann Arbor Film Festival! Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins, recaps the festival with WEMU's David Fair. Additionally, they discuss the new movies and specials screenings available to you over the next week.
Cinema Chat: The 62nd Ann Arbor Film Festival continues, Cinetopia is coming back and 'Godzilla x Kong' invades the State Theatre!
March 28, 2024 12:28 - 11 minutes - 14.3 MBThe 2024 Ann Arbor Film Festival rolls on, and there's plenty of new movies and special screenings coming your way, too! Marquee Arts executive director Russ Collins is away this week, so Michigan Theater programming manager Nick Alderink fills in to chat about all things movies with WEMU's David Fair.
Cinema Chat: An advance look at the upcoming 62nd Ann Arbor Film Festival
March 21, 2024 13:47 - 15 minutes - 18.7 MBAs always, WEMU's David Fair met up with Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins to discuss new and returning movies. In an extended version of "Cinema Chat," they were joined by Leslie Raymond. She is executive director of the Ann Arbor Film Festival, and she provided a sneak peek at the 62nd edition of the festival that kicks off Tuesday, March 26.
Cinema Chat: A recap of the 2024 Oscars, plus 'One Life' and 'Love Lies Bleeding' open in downtown Ann Arbor
March 14, 2024 12:17 - 11 minutes - 14.1 MBThe 96th Annual Academy Awards ceremony is now in the books! WEMU's David Fair got together with Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins, to review this year's winners and surprises. Plus, they'll give you a preview of the next round of new films and special screenings coming to your favorite movie houses!
Cinema Chat: Last minute Oscar predictions and a whole bunch of special screenings come to downtown Ann Arbor!
March 07, 2024 12:45 - 11 minutes - 17.8 MBThe Oscars are just days away now! WEMU's Michael Jewett and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins share their last-minute predictions and talk about the new flicks and special screenings coming your way this weekend and beyond!
Cinema Chat: A review of the 2024 BAFTA awards, plus 'Perfect Days' and 'Drive Away Dolls' open in downtown Ann Arbor
February 22, 2024 13:23 - 11 minutes - 14.7 MBAwards season is reaching its peak, and there's still time to catch the award-worthy films on the big screen! WEMU's Mat Hopson talks about the new flicks and special screenings coming your favorite theaters with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins.
Cinema Chat: 'Bob Marley: One Love' opens at the multiplexes, 'The Taste of Things' and 2024 Oscar-nominated shorts open in downtown Ann Arbor
February 15, 2024 12:46 - 11 minutes - 14.7 MBWe're just past Valentine's Day, but you can still share a movie with that special someone. WEMU's David Fair met up with Michigan Theater executive director, Russ Collins, to chat about new films and special screenings coming to your favorite movie houses.
Cinema Chat: Gershwin hits the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor plus new movies opening downtown
February 08, 2024 12:46 - 11 minutes - 14.4 MBMore great films are on the way in downtown Ann Arbor, along with a few musical events, too! WEMU's David Fair talks about what's coming your way with the Michigan Theater's Russ Collins.
Cinema Chat: 'Argylle' opens at the multiplex, and 'Origin' and 'The Promised Land' debut in Ann Arbor
February 01, 2024 12:51 - 11 minutes - 14.5 MBWe're officially into February, and plenty of movies should keep you warm! WEMU's David Fair chats with Michigan Theater executive director Russ Collins about the latest flicks and some upcoming special screenings coming to downtown Ann Arbor.
Cinema Chat: 2024 Oscar noms announced with snubs and surprises, plus new movies and events at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor
January 25, 2024 12:47 - 11 minutes - 14 MBThe nominations for the 96th Academy Awards were announced this week. WEMU's David Fair met up with the Michigan Theater's Russ Collins to chat about the surprises and snubs this time around.
Cinema Chat: Two new classic film series come to the Michigan Theater, plus 'All of Us Strangers' and 'Freud's Last Session' open in Ann Arbor
January 18, 2024 12:48 - 11 minutes - 14.6 MBIt's getting colder outside, so why not get warm with a trip to the movies? Michigan Theater programming manager Nick Alderink steps in for Russ Collins to chat about the latest films, special screenings and live events coming to Ann Arbor with WEMU's David Fair.
Cinema Chat: Celebrating the Wolverines' National Championship and previews of special screenings and musical events in Ann Arbor
January 11, 2024 12:57 - 11 minutes - 14.1 MBThe Michigan Wolverines are national champions, and the celebrations continue! Almost everyone in the area watched on Monday night as the Michigan men dominated Washington, while over a thousand watched and celebrated at the Michigan Theater! WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater executive director Russ Collins provide a wrap-up of the big game championship, plus news about upcoming concerts and film openings in Title Town!
Cinema Chat: The Michigan Theater will screen the Wolverines in Monday's National Championship Game!
January 04, 2024 12:50 - 11 minutes - 14.1 MBWhat cinematic excitement will 2024 bring to Ann Arbor? Well, for starters, you have a chance to see the College Football Playoff National Championship Game between Michigan and Washington at Ann Arbor's Michigan Theater! WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins will tell you all about that, as well as the upcoming special screenings and new movie openings.
Cinema Chat: The Rose Bowl comes to the Michigan Theater and a whole bunch of special screenings hit downtown Ann Arbor!
December 28, 2023 14:25 - 11 minutes - 14.4 MBChristmas has passed, and the New Year is nearly here! There are a lot of ways to spend a festive New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, like taking in a new movie...or watching the Rose Bowl on the big screen! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins will chat all about the special screenings coming to Ann Arbor, as well as a showing of the big game between the University of Michigan and Alabama at the Michigan Theater on January 1st!
Cinema Chat: 'Poor Things,' 'Ferrari,' and 'The Color Purple' open in Ann Arbor
December 21, 2023 12:59 - 11 minutes - 14 MBChristmas is almost here, so are you ready for more movies? WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins will tell you all about the new films and special holiday screenings coming your way in these last few days before Christmas!
Cinema Chat: 2024 Golden Globe nods announced, plus 'Wonka' and 'Fallen Leaves' open in Ann Arbor
December 14, 2023 12:57 - 11 minutes - 14 MBWhile we await the arrival of St. Nick later in the month, we received a visit from a different Nick today! Michigan Theater programming director Nick Alderink sat in on Cinema Chat while Russ Collins is away. Nick joined WEMU's David Fair with all the delicious details of "Wonka" and more!
Cinema Chat: 'Maestro' and 'The Boy and the Heron' open at the State, plus a whole lot of special holiday screenings!
December 07, 2023 12:55 - 11 minutes - 14 MBWe'll be talking movies as we always do on Thursday, but with a slight twist. Russ Collins is taking a couple of weeks away, so the Michigan Theater Foundation's cinema programming manager, Nick Alderink, will sit in his Cinema Chat chair. Nick will bring all the movie news you expect to discuss with WEMU's David Fair.
Cinema Chat: 'Dream Scenario' and 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' open downtown, plus 'Godzilla Minus One' invades the multiplex!
November 30, 2023 12:56 - 11 minutes - 14.2 MBWith Thanksgiving behind us, the December holidays approach, and there will be all sorts of special screenings and holiday favorites returning to the big screens at the Michigan Theater and State Theatre in Ann Arbor. WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins have all the movie news you need to know on this week's "Cinema Chat"!
Cinema Chat: New films and holiday classics open downtown for the Thanksgiving weekend
November 23, 2023 12:57 - 11 minutes - 14.3 MBHappy Thanksgiving! We hope that Turkey Day will bring you together for fun with friends and family. A couple of turkeys of our own will be here to help you pass the time as you prepare for the feast. WEMU's David Fair and Russ Collins from the Michigan Theater bring you Cinema Chat with a look at the new movies, special screenings and holiday opportunities you will have through the rest of the Thanksgiving weekend. Gobble gobble, everybody!
Cinema Chat: 'Next Goal Wins,' 'Trolls Band Together,' and 'The Hunger Games' opening in Ann Arbor
November 16, 2023 14:57 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBThere's just a week left before Thanksgiving, so let's be thankful for the movies! WEMU's David Fair met up with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins today. They covered all the new films and special screenings coming your way in and around Ann Arbor.
Cinema Chat: 'The Holdovers' and 'The Marvels' open, plus a bunch of special screenings and live events hit downtown Ann Arbor!
November 09, 2023 13:23 - 11 minutes - 14.7 MBWEMU wrapped up another fundraiser last weekend, so we're ready to kick back and catch a flick! WEMU's David Fair was joined by Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins, to give you all of the latest movie news and information.
Cinema Chat: 'Priscilla' and 'The Persian Version' open downtown, plus more live events at the Michigan Theater!
November 02, 2023 12:28 - 11 minutes - 14.6 MBThe leaves are still falling, and more movies are falling onto the big screen! WEMU's David Fair meets up again with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins to deliver the latest movie news and info about upcoming special screenings.
Cinema Chat: Tricks and Treats with Halloween cinematic offerings
October 26, 2023 14:06 - 11 minutes - 14.8 MBIt's almost Halloween, and there's plenty of spooky screenings on the way! Hear all about them as WEMU's David Fair talks movies with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins.
Cinema Chat: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' to open tonight with special presentation from a Washtenaw County member of the Osage Nation
October 19, 2023 12:54 - 15 minutes - 20 MBMartin Scorsese's latest film, "Killers of the Flower Moon," opens in theaters nationwide this weekend. It tells the true crime story about multiple murders of members of the Osage Indian tribe in Oklahoma that occurred after they found oil on their lands, and there is a Washtenaw County connection to the tribe. WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins welcomed Saline resident and Osage Tribe member, Tom Eaton. He offered a very personal perspective i...
Cinema Chat: 'Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour' opens nationwide, plus 'Joan Baez: I Am a Noise' and 'Cat Person' open downtown
October 12, 2023 17:48 - 11 minutes - 15 MBWe're in the middle of October now, and it's a great time to catch a movie...especially if you're a Swiftie! WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins are back together to chat about all of the new films and special screenings on the way this weekend and beyond.
Cinema Chat: Live events coming to the Michigan Theater, plus 'The Exorcist: Believer' and the 40th anniversary of 'Stop Making Sense' open downtown
October 05, 2023 12:34 - 11 minutes - 14.5 MBWEMU wrapped up its fall fundraiser last week, and we're continuing the celebration with new movies! David Fair chats about the latest films and film news with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins.
Cinema Chat: 'The Magic of Motown' live at the Michigan in Ann Arbor, plus 'It Lives Inside' and 'The Origin of Evil' open downtown
September 21, 2023 12:32 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MBThe leaves are starting to turn, and more movies are falling onto the area's big screens! WEMU's David Fair got together with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins, to discuss the latest movie and event news you need to know.
Cinema Chat: A look at the Venice Film Festival's top flicks, 'Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour' is coming to the State, and more
September 14, 2023 13:22 - 11 minutes - 14.1 MBAll of the kids are back in school, but they always squeeze in time to catch a flick! WEMU's David Fair is joined by Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins to chat about the latest movie news and all of the films opening in theaters in the coming days.
Cinema Chat: Musical films are about to take center stage! 'A Haunting in Venice' and 'Mr. Jimmy' open this weekend
September 14, 2023 13:09 - 11 minutes - 14.5 MBWe're halfway through September, and there's plenty of movie news to chat about! WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins met in-studio to talk about the upcoming offerings in the world of cinema.
Cinema Chat: Venice and Telluride film festivals opening, 'Bottoms' and 'The Equalizer 3' playing at the State in Ann Arbor
August 31, 2023 13:02 - 11 minutes - 14.3 MBThe original cast of "Cinema Chat" is back together. Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins, returned from vacation to talk with WEMU's David Fair about the latest films and special screenings for the upcoming Labor Day weekend.
Cinema Chat: Celebrating National Cinema Day with 'Golda' at the State and 'Gran Turismo' at the multiplex
August 25, 2023 13:26 - 11 minutes - 14.9 MBMichigan Theater program manager Nick Alderink was back at the WEMU studios today to talk about all things movies with WEMU's David Fair, including this year's National Cinema Day, where movie tickets are only $4!
Cinema Chat: A glimpse into the fall film season, plus 'Passages' and the 20th anniversary of 'Oldboy' come to the State Theatre
August 17, 2023 12:22 - 11 minutes - 14.3 MBThere are a number of really good movies opening and others that are still in theaters! WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater program manager Nick Alderink have the rundown on all of them. Additionally, they take a peek ahead to the anticipated fall movie season on this week's edition of 'Cinema Chat.'
Cinema Chat: 'Jules' 'CatVideoFest 2023,' the new '50 Years of Scorsese' series, and more
August 10, 2023 13:35 - 11 minutes - 14.6 MBFeeling the summer heat lately? Why not catch a good flick? WEMU's David Fair gets together with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director, Russ Collins to give you the latest movie news and what's coming to your favorite movie house this weekend and beyond.
Cinema Chat: The best films from Sundance, 'Who We Are,' and more
February 03, 2022 13:22 - 11 minutesWe're digging out of a lot of snow today. But there are a lot of great movies waiting on the other side. WEMU's David Fair gets together with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins to chat about the latest movie news and all of the flicks arriving on the big screen this weekend.
Cinema Chat: David and Russ together again, 'Parallel Mothers,' 'The Velvet Queen,' and more
January 27, 2022 13:25 - 10 minutesIt's a reunion worthy of the silver screen! WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins meet once again to talk about the new and classic films coming to your local movie house this weekend.
Cinema Chat: Sundance adapts to COVID, Oscar betting odds, 'Drive My Car,' and more
January 20, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutesThere are plenty of movies to keep you warm in this cold January. WEMU's Michael Jewett fills in for David Fair once again in our weekly chat about the world of film with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins.
Cinema Chat: Golden Globes recap, Michael's top films of 2021, 'Belle,' and more
January 13, 2022 12:56 - 11 minutesThe temperatures have dropped a bit outside, so stay warm inside with a good movie. WEMU's Michael Jewett fills in for David Fair again to talk about the world of film with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins.
Cinema Chat: 'The King's Man,' Russ's top flicks of 2021, and more
January 06, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutesWe may have closed the doors on 2021, but your local movie houses are still open for business here in 2022. WEMU's Michael Jewett fills in for David Fair once again for the first "Cinema Chat" of the New Year with Michigan Theater Foundation executive director Russ Collins.