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Repeat Viewing

125 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

A compare and contrast podcast of films from present to past. Showcasing movies connected by genre, creators, personal themes & social relevance, we discover the elements that make movies rewatchable (or not). Hosted by artist-filmmakers and longtime friends, Kraig Rasmussen & Seamus Smith.

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Episodes

Cabin in the Woods - Tucker and Dale vs Evil

October 13, 2018 03:01 - 58 minutes - 27.9 MB

Seamus & Kraig discuss two very subversive and clever horror comedies, Cabin in the Woods and Tucker & Dale vs Evil, both using the genre against itself and making something new out of what remains. Both films are examined in the way they use structure and character to deliver the unexpected, and ultimately remain not only true to their roots, but improve on the genre. Subscribe to Repeat Viewing on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or wherever you listen, and please rate & review kindly before sh...

Blade Trilogy - Suck on this, Cinema of the Vampire Part 2

October 08, 2018 22:37 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

Seamus & Kraig dissect the unique vampire films of the Blade trilogy, noting the extreme difference between each filmmaker along the way, and getting to the core of why this franchise, besides being immortal, refuses to die. We also talk about the absent-but-not-lost wonder of Wesley Snipes as an action star and actor, as well as the part David S. Goyer played in the short lived dynasty of the franchise. Subscribe to Repeat Viewing on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or wherever you listen, and p...

The Crow, Kill Bill, True Grit - Sweet Revenge Cinema 2

September 30, 2018 23:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MB

Seamus & Kraig continue their epic talk about the revenge genre with 3 uniquely connected films. We discuss the cult status of the Crow, if it ages well or not, Brandon Lee, Alex Proyas, and the movie magic used to complete the film after Lee's death on-set. We profess our love on all levels for Kill Bill and Quentin Tarantino, and foray into interesting details that QT hid in the narrative & style. Then we break down why the Coen Brother's True Grit ages better and better, and the excellent...

The 40 Year Old Virgin and Judd Apatow favorites

September 22, 2018 22:58 - 49 minutes - 23.7 MB

Kraig & Seamus discuss the first feature film directed by Judd Apatow, as well as several of his other projects. From directing and producing movies, to creating or producing powerful television, Apatow has become a fixture in American entertainment, and we examine why that is rightly so, based on an immense and highly relatable library of work, amassed in a relatively short number of years. We are sure to talk about on of your favorite movies in this one! Subscribe to Repeat Viewing on iT...

Batman Mask of the Phantasm & other animated Batman

September 15, 2018 01:20 - 47 minutes - 22.9 MB

We continue our discussion of the Joker with a seminal entry into his lore, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, featuring a bravura performance by Mark Hamill as the Clown Prince of Crime. We break down many reasons it is still one of the best, not just animated, but best Batman films overall. We also run down a list of favorite and not so favorite other Batman animated films that came after Mask of the Phantasm. For fans of the Bat, and newcomers alike. Subscribe to Repeat Viewing on iTunes, St...

The Joker on film

September 07, 2018 19:30 - 1 hour - 29.5 MB

In advance of the new Joker origin film, starring Joaquin Phoenix, directed by Todd Phillips with Martin Scorcese producing, Seamus & Kraig run down the list of actors who have played the iconic role so far, and discuss hopes for the new interpretation. Plus, there is plenty of Batman talk, and overview discussion on the DCEU in general. Plenty of details to keep the Bat-nerds happy, but informative enough for those who few who may be unfamiliar with the Joker canon and character. Subscrib...

Get Shorty, Jackie Brown, Out of Sight - Elmore Leonard 3-fer

August 31, 2018 19:30 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

Hosts Kraig Rasmussen & Seamus Smith discuss the three seminal woks adapted for film from the writings of Elmore Leonard, as well as Leonard's swan song Justified, which served as a summation of his career in crime world building. We delve into the reasons these 3 films in particular are very unique, and the fascinating ways they are interconnected, both by their root in Leonard's work, but also through the work of their respective filmmakers. Join us as we break down three of our favorite f...

Clue vs Game Night

August 24, 2018 02:14 - 57 minutes - 27.1 MB

Hosts Seamus Smith & Kraig Rasmussen compare and contrast the beloved comedy classic Clue, and the recent comedy stand-out, Game Night. We look closely at the way both films are made, how they treat their characters, and how they represent their times. This is our first listener supplied Repeat Viewing Challenge episode, so buckle up for a lively take on a movie we didn't choose, and a deep look at comedy as a cinematic genre. Send us your own Repeat Viewing Challenge to @repeatviewpod on ...

Hard Target and John Wick 2

June 23, 2018 00:12 - 54 minutes - 26.1 MB

Seamus Smith and Kraig Rasmussen share laughs and an in depth, sometimes snarky discussion of an unexpected, but complimentary film pairing, delving into the evolution of action films over the years, and the ever morphing action hero. Subscribe to Repeat Viewing on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or wherever you listen, and please rate & review kindly before sharing with your pals! Please follow the show on twitter & instagram @repeatviewpod, and follow us on Facebook!

The Devil Wears Prada

June 16, 2018 03:30 - 57 minutes - 27.1 MB

Or two dudes talk about what just appears to be a chick flick. Kraig & Seamus break down why the Devil Wears Prada is a standout, intelligent dramedy of personal empowerment, making sacrifices, and going after what you want in life. We discuss the powerhouse quadruple leads Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt & Stanley Tucci, as well as the work of director David Frankael. Also, this is another installment of HBO watch, where we discuss how this very film is being run on HBO in the WRON...

Death Wish (74), Leon: The Professional, John Wick - Sweet Revenge Cinema

June 01, 2018 22:08 - 45 minutes - 21.8 MB

We kick off a dive into movie themes discussing the age old genre of revenge, featuring the original Death Wish, Leon: The Professional, and John Wick. These are just the first 3 revenge films we will discuss, but we feel they are exemplary of the genre in very specific, unique and game changing ways. We share a lively chat about their connections, memorable elements, and their deepest themes, all while tying them to the greater genre of revenge cinema as a whole. Subscribe to Repeat Viewi...

White Men Can't Jump - Sports Comedy Masterpiece

May 04, 2018 01:41 - 51 minutes - 24.4 MB

Spoiler: Seamus & Kraig can't hide their love the high level execution of Ron Shelton's superb basketball buddy dramedy. We discuss the surprisingly well choreographed, high energy gameplay, trash talking, and top notch chemistry between every member of the cast. Also, we talk about the truly well developed characters, the beautifully mature handling of romance, as well as the powerful underlying themes or realistic (& hilarious) race relations, social struggles, and precarious life choice...

R. Lee Ermey RIP tribute

April 20, 2018 21:27 - 12 minutes - 5.86 MB

Kraig & Seamus take a few minutes to discuss the lesser known works of America's Drill Sergeant, R. Lee Ermey, who passed away this week. We emphasize his softer side, comedic roles, and chat about a few favorites such as Se7en and the Frighteners. Also, we discuss another Hollywood Legacy, that somehow I'd missed before now. Please subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast app, and if you use Apple podcasts/iTunes, please leave us a nice rating and review. Follow the show on twitte...

NewsReel Mini3/Milos Forman RIP tribute

April 20, 2018 00:32 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB

Seamus & Kraig run through some recent news and have a tribute chat to the films of the recently departed, 2-time Oscar winning director Milos Forman. Hear about Wakanda-con, new Terminator & Predator bits, SCTV & Scorcesse (?), and more. Then we dig into the incredible, but small, library of masterpieces left behind by Milos Forman, such as Man on the Moon, the People vs. Larry Flint, Amadeus, and One flew over the cuckoo's nest. Please subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast app, ...

Ready Player One 1st Take - Is Spielberg back?

April 19, 2018 00:43 - 38 minutes - 18.4 MB

We tackle Steven Spielberg's virtually epic new film, complete with (mostly spoiler free) book to screen comparisons. After a couple weeks of mixed headlines and a bravura box office take, we decided to look at Ready Player One, as filmmakers, artists, and fans of the book by Ernest Cline. Everything from the way the IP is handled, to the deft script by Zak Penn and Cline, to the terrific performances by both ends of the cast - young and old. We also dig deep into the very present social com...

The Ladies Man - starring Tim Meadows, directed by Reginald Hudlin - 2000

April 04, 2018 01:28 - 1 hour - 28.5 MB

Hosts Kraig & Seamus dig into one of the most unique, unsung, and heartfelt comedies in the last 20 years. The talk covers, performance elevating material, great bits or scenes we can't forget, director Reginald Hudlin, a wicked cameo by one of the biggest actresses in film, and the strength of character and world building. (It's no spoiler that we love this movie, and we have a blast discussing it!) Please subscribe to Repeat Viewing on your favorite podcast platform, and then review it k...

NewsReel Minisode2 - Vin Diesel as Bloodshot, Rob Cohen and more

March 29, 2018 01:34 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MB

Seamus & Kraig discuss a selection of interesting film news, including Vin Diesel as the Valiant Comics hero Bloodshot, Rob Cohen returning to finish the Fast & Furious franchise he started, and more! We also tout our super fun Repeat Viewing Facebook page, talk about our Repeat Viewing challenge and why we enjoy rewatching imperfect films-- such as David Lynch's Dune. Listen & subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify & more. Please rate & review us nicely for an on air shout out. Follow u...

Dogma - the 1999 Catholocism Satire by Kevin Smith

March 28, 2018 01:50 - 1 hour - 34.4 MB

Hosts Kraig & Seamus share a divisive talk about Kevin Smith's ambitious road movie skewering his childhood religion. We both tend  to breakdown filmmaking style, script, and performances with an unflinching gaze, and sometimes, like in the case of this discussion, the results are somewhat divergent. Is this a film we recommend you watch? Does it hold up to repeat viewing for us? Find out with a listen! Please subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, & Spotify. And please, oh please, dro...

Charlie WIlson's War - by Mike Nichols & Aaron Sorkin, w/ Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts & Philip Seymour Hoffman

March 21, 2018 09:12 - 1 hour - 30.8 MB

Kraig Rasmussen & Seamus Smith discuss Mike Nichols' blistering 2007 drama/satire Charlie Wilson's War. We cut into it's reflection on current politics, the fact that this story literally changed the face of the future, and how a politician like Charlie Wilson would be a welcome help in our current climate. We also talk about the great performances by Hanks, Roberts & Hoffman, as well as supporting actors Amy Adams, Emily Blunt, and Ned Beatty. Subscribe to Repeat Viewing on iTunes, Stitch...

Repeat Veiwing ep5 - News-Reel minisode: the Crow, Avengers: Infinity War, Greta Gerwig

March 11, 2018 04:50 - 15 minutes - 6.92 MB

Hosts Seamus Smith & Kraig Rasmussen run down some recent film news, including Jason Mamoa in the Crow remake, directed by Corin Hardy, Greta Gerwig's planned Sacramento Quadrilogy, Avengers. Also, we share a lively talk about Luc Besson's Valerian. Please subscribe to Repeat Viewing wherever you listen to podcasts, and please rate highly when possible. And always remember, never forget, share this show with your friends! Follow us @repeatviewpod on social media.

Repeat Viewing Episode 4: 2018 Oscar Prediction Special

March 04, 2018 23:32 - 1 hour - 33.5 MB

Seamus Smith & Kraig Rasmussen discuss the 2018 Oscar nominees for best picture, and Seamus makes his predictions for all the winners at this year's Academy Awards. Plus, as usual, we extend the Repeat Viewing Challenge to you, listener! Tweet us your favorite re-watchable movies, whether they are good, great, or you just like them, we want to hear about your picks and discuss them on the show. Follow and tweet us your film suggestions @repeatviewpod on twitter. Please subscribe to, ra...

Near Dark - directed by Kathryn Bigelow/"Suck on This: cinema of the vampire1"

March 02, 2018 11:16 - 1 hour - 29.7 MB

Kraig Rasmussen & Seamus Smith talk Kathryn Bigelow's 1987 cult classic Near Dark. This is the first of severl Bigelow films we will visit, as well as the first in two series "Suck on This!: Cinema of the Vampire" and "Cult Corner". Please share this podcast, subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast app. Follow Repeat Viewing on twitter @repeatviewpod.

Black Panther w/ David Roshay

March 02, 2018 11:10 - 58 minutes - 27.6 MB

Guest David Roshay, Seamus Smith & Kraig Rasmussen break down the first 2018 Marvel release, Ryan Coogler's Black Panther. Please share this podcast, subscribe, and rate on your favorite podcast platform. Follow repeat Viewing on twitter @repeatviewpod.

Get Out - Repeat Viewing Episode 1

March 02, 2018 11:02 - 1 hour - 29.8 MB

Kraig Rasmussen & Seamus Smith discuss Jordan Peele's 2017 masterpiece Get Out. Please share this podcast, subscribe on your chosen podcast platform. Follow Repeat Viewing on twitter @repeatviewpod.

Repeat Viewing Episode Zero - Introducing our new film pod!

March 02, 2018 10:51 - 26 minutes - 12.9 MB

Welcome the brand new Repeat Viewing podcast into the world, as Seamus Smith & Kraig Rasmussen discuss the (obvious) concept of the show and introduce themselves. Please subscribe to the show and enjoy our many great episodes! Follow Repeat Viewing on twitter @repeatviewpod.