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332 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsHosted by Frank DiSalvo and Zach Johnson, we watch and review one film every Friday & have one themed discussion every Monday.
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Most Rewatchable Films
July 18, 2022 00:21 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBTo some people, there are those movies that come along every time they show up on demand, while channel surfing, or with some friends that you just can't help but watch again. This effect is very rare and brings on a question of what makes them so rewatchable? Today we talk about this and as always, we wanna know some of your favorites as we watch over and over again our most rewatchable films.
Moonlight
July 14, 2022 20:07 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBNot knowing what a person has gone through until you walk a mile in their shoes is a very poetic phrase for this film. At three separate points in a young man's life we follow Chiron as he goes through life as first "Little", then "Chiron" and finally "Black". In a film that paints a scary yet beautiful story of a boy struggling with bullying, poverty, and his sexuality you can't help but to want the best for him and to see him overcome all the hardships no matter what it takes. A top A24 fi...
Great Editing in Film
July 11, 2022 00:20 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBThe idea of filming a movie in one take is the goal for most directors but is next to impossible to actually accomplish. When all else fails there is "movie magic" and splicing scenes together is the best option to do so. That being said, there are those moments in film that do this better than others and that is what we are here to discuss. As always we wanna know some of your favorites as we cut and splice together so great editing in films.
Swiss Army Man
July 08, 2022 00:25 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBDid you ever think there would be a film that could be so crude with farts and masturbation talk yet still be so heartwarming and meaningful? This movie somehow does this as Hank is stranded on an island and comes across a dead body named Manny who has interesting powers. A film that teaches you to be yourself and not apologize for how you think or feel. The downside, however, is the turn this film takes at the end that changes the entire mood. That being said it is still worth the watch to ...
Movies That Feel The Same
July 04, 2022 00:10 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MBDo you ever get that feeling while watching a movie that you've seen it somewhere before? Better yet a film that seems really similar to this that may have just changed a few things here and there? With the amount of film out nowadays it's hard to think anything is truly original and with that comes some films that feel one and the same. As always we wanna know some that you feel are similar as we talk about movies that feel the same.
Suspiria 2018
July 01, 2022 00:33 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBBecoming a professional dancer is hard enough without witches attempting to steal your body. Well, that's exactly what happens to Suzy as she is caught in a power struggle between two owners of a dance studio that are also powerful witches. A slow burn of a film that knows just the right times to ramp up and give you horror with a bleak color scheme and bleaker setting. This film has a lot of tricks up its sleeve as it reminds you that "there is more to this building than what you can see"
Offscreen Vs Onscreen Deaths
June 27, 2022 00:12 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBDeath is inevitable in this world and in the case of film, there's no easy way around it. However, there are a few ways that you can make an impact when it comes to death in films, and deciding to show it or not can create a whole mood or convey emotion like none other. As always we wanna know some situations in movies you think works better as we tell you about them or decide to show you instead of the power of offscreen vs onscreen deaths in films.
Watchmen
June 24, 2022 00:29 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBOnce you realize the world is a joke it really is that easy to be a comedian. After vigilantes are outlawed, a few remaining heroes band together to solve who has murdered one of their own while also trying to stop armageddon from occurring between nations. This is Zack Snyder at his absolute best, providing a different kind of superhero film that needed a change drastically in this time frame. From the character development, all the way to the overall storytelling of this film, this was som...
Good Movies, Bad Endings
June 20, 2022 00:19 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB"Finish-out strong" is a term that comes to mind when you think of how films should end, either something satisfying or something ambiguous to leave you thinking. The problem sometimes is that you can have a film that is compelling but falls flat on its face at the end. It's a rare occurrence but there are those times and with that, we wanna know some of your choices as we start out strong and fumble at the end with good movies but with bad endings.
The Night House
June 17, 2022 00:22 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBThe grieving process is hard enough when you lose a loved one but it could become terrifying when there may be an evil entity in your home. Beth struggles to accept her husband's suicide when she travels down a rabbit hole of what drove him to it. This film really excels when it comes to playing on insecurities, utilizing negative space and optical illusion, and creating a story that leaves you wondering the entire time. If you haven't seen this one it's definitely a good time to check it, b...
Unnecessary Sequels
June 13, 2022 00:19 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBIn the world that we live in, by now it is nearly impossible or close to it to create a film that is 100% original. There are some films that triumph in this with years of research and direction but when that's too hard you can always make a sequel. Sequels can either bring new life into a series or make you wish they never came out, and today we are talking about those films. As always we wanna know some of those remakes you can't stand as we CGI, cut out, or completely change what happened...
Black Swan
June 10, 2022 00:29 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBPerfection is a concept that is truly unobtainable and when you mix a bad mental state with it, it gets way worse. Today we follow the story of Nina as she finally is picked as the lead in a ballet production, only for her to slowly go insane blending reality and insanity together. A film that does such a great job of altering the world around you that even you are curious about what is going on, uses camera movements with the music to create a very unique experience. This is definitely one ...
Movies You Can Only Watch Once
June 06, 2022 00:20 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBOne of the many reasons we watch movies is for the simple fact of rewatchability for the ones we love. However, there are those films out there that while some may be good, bad, or downright disturbing, have this "X factor" that makes you feel like you never wanna watch them again. Today we talk about those films and at the same time wanna know some that you feel the same way about as we open this door and then never think or talk about them again in films we can only watch once.
Dog Day Afternoon
June 03, 2022 00:25 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBNoone said robbing banks was an easy task, no one ever expects to become an entertainment spectacle in a matter of hours either. Sonny and Sal are partners robbing a bank when things go south and it becomes a hostage situation, what follows is a rollercoaster as everyone involved become more than just leverage. A film that tackles racial profiling, freedom of speech, LGBTQ rights, and the class system would usually never be thought to be in a film like this yet we get something special that ...
Impactful Deaths
May 30, 2022 00:39 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBDeath and taxes are the only two things in this world that are guaranteed, taxes aren't always as memorable when it comes to movies though. Today we talk about those scenes in film that left your jaw dropped or even emotionally scarred after watching. As always we wanna know some of your favorites as we fall out of a building, get hacked to pieces, or sacrifice ourselves to save the planet from an asteroid in some of our favorite impactful deaths in film.
Brothers
May 27, 2022 00:21 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MBThere are a few things in this world that are worth fighting for, some would say country, others family but it gets a little tricky when it's a choice between the two. In this film, we follow Sam who is presumed dead while touring in Afghanistan, meanwhile Tommy a screwup takes care of his family back home. This is one of those films that has a powerful message that kind of just loses itself within it, never really capitalizing on big moments. That being said the moments that you do have fee...
Favorite Cameo’s
May 22, 2022 23:55 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBThe small guest appearance of a character or actor can be something that sparks controversy, creates future roles or is just a fun comedy act. Today we take a look at some of these small 5 minute scenes that can create a memorable moment even in the most mundane films. As always we wanna know some of your favorites as we guest spot and take up a small role while talking about some of our favorite cameo spots in films
Dragged Across Concrete
May 20, 2022 00:15 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBIn the timeframe of 2019 when some big films such as The Lighthouse, Jojo Rabbit, and Doctor Sleep arrived it was easy to forget about a realistic cop film in the works. Today we talk about that as we follow Brett and Tony as detectives who are suspended for 6 weeks and in order to make money must rob the robbers. A film that can be described as "painfully long" is not without a rhyme and reason as it is a very true depiction of cop work that throws a twist in the only way S. Craig Zahler kn...
Favorite Animated Characters
May 09, 2022 00:43 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBEscaping reality has always been one of the fun things about films, but taking it one step further into the animated world can be even more exciting. In the world of wacky and outrageous, there are those few characters that either the voice actor or the animation itself brought the character to life right in front of us. As always we wanna know some of your favorites as we sketch them out for our favorite animated characters.
Ratatouille
May 06, 2022 01:13 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MBA great skill to have in life is being able to cook, some take that skill and are able to turn it into a profession, and even fewer take that profession and become great at it but that means nothing when a rat can do it. In this Pixar film, we follow Remy the rat as he helps a down on his luck chef rise through the ranks in France. This film has a lot of themes that are made for adults more so but since we are those, we love them as well as the color pallet and light-heartedness this film ha...
Favorite Vehicles In Films
May 02, 2022 00:20 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBThere's nothing like being on the open road, with the wind in your hair, as you time travel using your Delorean or maybe riding on a broomstick to Hogwarts. There are a vast amount of films that rely on transportation and even more that have memorable moments using them which is why we needed to take the time to deep dive into the ones we love. As always we wanna know some of your favorites as we strap in, hit second gear and talk about our favorite vehicles in films
Short Term 12
April 29, 2022 00:38 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBMental health is something that has become more talked about in youth as of late, as well as films also diving deeper into these themes but it has been a while since one fully embraces it. This film follows Grace, a counselor at a care unit for at-risk teens as she attempts to navigate their mental health as well as her own with past trauma. A film that has a weird effect that while it takes on dark tones, it actually feels pretty light, and that's a balance that not many films can have. Thi...
Deservant of Leading Roles
April 25, 2022 00:16 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBThe art of becoming an actor is one that comes with a lot of time and effort, even worse is putting in the work and never becoming that recognizable in films. Being known as an "A-lister" in films requires a lot of talent, however, that doesn't mean that there aren't those who are incredible that haven't reached that status. Today we take a look at those people that despite not being well known, still have a mass amount of talent. As always, we wanna know some of your favorites as we create ...
Arrival
April 22, 2022 00:54 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBSince the dawn of humans, language has evolved from grunting and hand signs into complex sentences and paragraphs, now how would you teach something so normal to us to something otherworldly? In one of the most realistic sci-fi films, we follow Louise and Ian as they attempt to discover what 12 alien spacecraft around the world are trying to tell us. An interesting film that gives us a look into our own way of life, as well as a balanced way to interpret time flow, one of the only faults, wo...
Respecting The Bad Guy
April 18, 2022 00:11 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBThey are the ones that help a hero become a superhero, those that give a detective a reason to solve the crime, and they are the ones that creep under the bed and give us a survival story. Today we define and break down the evil in films that create a reason for everything going on and most of the time give you a character that is much more dynamic compared to the protagonist. As always we wanna know what you think as they have many names of antagonists, villains, or bad guys but either way,...
Boogie Nights
April 15, 2022 00:38 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBThe porn industry has evolved over the years from something very dark and underground to something almost widely accepted. During the late 70s, we follow Eddie as he begins his journey from a "boy to man" so to speak. The sophomore film of Paul Thomas Anderson as he showcases at an early age in his career that he makes blocking a shot and storytelling look easy with how good this truly is. A film with much more to talk about than just porn will have you saying, "I'm a star" throughout this.
Favorite Camera Movements Part 2
April 11, 2022 00:11 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBAn episode so nice, we had to do it twice. With the work of camera movement, there are always interesting ways to convey a story using them. That being said, we decided one episode wasn't good enough. As always we wanna know some of your favorite movements through Facebook or Instagram as we pan over, tilt and zoom in on some of our favorite camera movements in films
District 9
April 08, 2022 01:04 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBChange is often a good thing when it comes to switching up your routine or incorporating a new element into things except perhaps when it involves aliens. In this story, we follow Wikus as he slowly starts to become the very thing he is attempting to get rid of, the alien known as "prawns". With the help of a found-footage style to it as well as CGI that still holds up in some areas, this film is able to tell a story about the horrors of immigration and homelessness in a unique way using a s...
Perfect Casting
April 04, 2022 00:02 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBThere is nothing better than while watching a movie you watch an actor putting their all in to the character, someone that embodies the role so well that you can't fathom anyone else being that character. Today we take a look at some of those actors that made us second guess who's playing who. As always we wanna know some of your favorite picks as we take a look at some perfect casting in films.
FRESH
April 01, 2022 00:29 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBNowadays one of the hardest things to do as a young adult is dating, especially in our day and age when you could end up finding someone just looking for a one-night stand or maybe just someone trying to sell "your meat". In this film, we follow Noa, a woman trying to date and seeminly finding the perfect guy only for him to be a serial killer. What sounds like a generic idea actually has a fun spin on things with great writing, clever twists, and an 80's retro vibe to stand out from the res...
Modern Day Classics
March 27, 2022 23:47 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MBFilms come around once in a lifetime that can be considered universally classic films. The weird part about that is often enough you don't really know when you are in a timeframe that they might be classics down the line. Today we debunk this idea by picking some of those films that we think will live in the hall of fame status in the future. As always we wanna know some of your choices as well as check out the links to help out Ukraine as we discuss modern-day classics
A Streetcar Named Desire
March 25, 2022 00:32 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBFor our last classics film, we picked one that many people may remember being shown in high school, but may not recall the impact. A film about Blanche going to live with her sister Stella and brother-in-law Stanley in New Orleans begins to unravel her fragile mental state. A film that, while based on a play, is at its best when feeling like it is on stage, as well as bringing out several themes that stick with you long after the credits roll. If you haven't seen this one we highly recommend...
Nostalgia of VHS
March 20, 2022 23:59 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBBefore the times of streaming, pirating movies, or even just buying DVD's there was the original way to watch movies when you couldn't go to the theater. To those of us that were able to experience VHS tapes and everything that went with it, it was a very unique time. Now there are much easier ways to watch a film but we still wanna know how you feel about those big plastic bricks. Once again we are providing links below to help support the people of Ukraine as we also look at the nostalgia ...
Some Like It Hot
March 18, 2022 00:23 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBIn our first-ever real comedy film, we take a look at a film that became a top bill for Marilyn Monroe. A film that starts out as Joe and Jerry trying to escape from mobsters, ends with them dressing as women and joining an all-female jazz band. Something that was never thought to happen, however, was the fact that this film broke down gender norms as well as helped to surprising shape the process for movies being released. Once again we are still providing links in the description to suppor...
Classic Vs Cult Classic
March 14, 2022 00:27 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBThe thing about films that makes us quote them, build fan theories, and talk endlessly about them are those "IT" factors of classic films. However, while some films are renowned as the greatest films ever made, there are also those films that have the same impact but perhaps in a way that wasn't immediately met with it. Today we get to take both of these styles and figure out what makes them recognizably the same yet also so different. As always we wanna know what are your thoughts as we put...
Rope (1948)
March 11, 2022 02:02 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB"Getting away with murder" has always been a popular phrase but what happens when you dedicate a whole film to it? Continuing Classics Month, we look at the master of suspense from Alfred Hitchcock as he creates a film about Brandon and Philip holding a dinner party for friends and family, just moments after murdering their classmate. Something that broke barriers by being a real-time continuous shot film, feels as if you are right there with the other party members. Once again we are recomm...
Impact of Black & White Films
March 07, 2022 01:12 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBMany people believe that with films always adapting and ever-changing that new must be better. The issue with that is that lightning can strike at any point in time, and many of those times happened to be when color was not possible for filmmaking. Black and white films can convey so many different themes and feelings that are unique to a cinema experience that it's oftentimes overlooked, but not to us. As always let us know what you think about black and white films as we once again are rec...
Rebel Without A Cause
March 04, 2022 00:17 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MBAll month long we are reviewing some of the classics in the film world. Today we follow the story of Jim Stark as he tries to start fresh in a new town but is quickly involved in knife fights, car crashes, and shootouts with the police. This happens to be the breakout performance of the legendary James Dean using the method style and while we know this is in all sense of the word a classic, we might be in the minority of not liking it but that doesn't make us a chicken. All month long we wil...
Great Character Introductions
February 28, 2022 01:08 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBMaking a good first impression is key in most situations, perhaps no more so than when it comes to films. An introduction can make or break a character and usually can determine whether or not they are remembered through the halls of movies, or forgotten to the age of videotapes. As always we wanna know some of those first appearances that stuck with you and hope you listen in as we discuss some of our favorite character introductions
True History of the Kelly Gang
February 25, 2022 04:25 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBHow far are you willing to go to protect your family? Are you willing to become an enemy of the state and go basically insane to free your mother? Today we follow the not-so-true story of Ned Kelly and his journey from a boy, to a man, and finally a crazed leader in late 1800s Australia. A film that has a stellar sound design, breathtaking shots, and overall wonderful acting unfortunately is not enough to save this film which becomes very confusing for most of it with a rough storyline that ...
Title Screens
February 21, 2022 00:59 - 24 minutes - 33 MBBefore you even get settled into the plot, characters, or settings in a film, you usually get a title screen. While these come in very different ways from elaborate to barely even noticeable, we decided to open this one up by breaking down some of the intros that we found to be the best. As always we wanna know some of your favorites as we cut to a hard screen and show you what this episode is about with our favorite film title screens
PIG 2021
February 18, 2022 01:41 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MBThere are a lot of ways that you can get away from your past, some change their names, others may move to the woods and start truffle farming. Today we follow the story of Nicolas Cage playing a former chef who goes on a journey to find his truffle pig who has been stolen. A film that is not a "warm and fuzzy" story but rather a very realistic tale of what happens all too often in this world. This film has some beautiful acting and directing that proves it was a standout film at the end of 2...
Comedic Moments In Serious Films
February 14, 2022 01:39 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBThe art of comedy is something that easily brings together a story, and can enhance any film. However, sometimes there are those moments that make us bust out laughing in films that aren't designed to. Today we wanna know what made you laugh about The Shinning or what you chuckled from Cast Away as we discuss those moments in history that non-comedic films gave us comedy.
Horse Girl
February 11, 2022 01:34 - 32 minutes - 44 MBThe mind is a delicate thing that can unravel at any moment, but it doesn't just happen out of nowhere. Today we take a look at ways that it can unwind as we follow the story of Sarah, a quirky introvert who while having a love for crafts and horses, might just be a clone from alien technology? A film that has a beautiful aesthetic, as well as an interesting mental health story, is not without its faults when it comes to not committing fully to the story that unfolds. While this one didn't l...
Plot Twists in Film
February 07, 2022 01:10 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBOne thing that is very unique in films is the ability to keep you thinking one thing and then completely flip it on its head. While some have made a career off of having these in films, there are those times that catch you off guard and that's what we're talking about today. As always we wanna know some of your favorites whether they be that you've been dead the whole time, the devil is the old lady in the elevator, or your dad is the biggest baddy in the galaxy as we talk about plot twists ...
The Deer Hunter
February 04, 2022 01:35 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBThe power of a war film has always been a popular as well as a realistic way to bring a story to life. The thing that makes this film different from most is that 2/3 of the movie, you do not see the war. We follow the story of Mike, Nick, and Linda mainly as they navigate life before, during, and after the Vietnam war. A stellar performance from all angles with a fitting soundtrack shows that you can have a war film that perfectly shows what it does to the individuals involved, and you only ...
Humanity VS Machines
January 24, 2022 00:51 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBAs life progresses it is only natural to adapt and create things in order to make our lives easier. However, if films have taught us anything, that is not always the best thing to happen. Technology is a blessing and a curse and today we take a look at some of our favorite moment's machines took charge. As always we want to hear some of your favorites as we load the shotgun and show those buckets of bolts who's boss with films of humanity vs technology
Citizen Kane
January 21, 2022 02:24 - 40 minutes - 55 MBThere are those films that are described as "the best film ever" however, those films barely feel as if they live up to this, except this one. Following the death of Charles Kane, a reporter wishes to find out the meaning of his last words "Rosebud". A story that for 1941 has no reason being a marvel in cinematography as well as the practical effects for its time but it was made all the same. It is hard to have something negative to say about this film which is why if you haven't seen it you...
Villain Protagonists
January 17, 2022 01:18 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBOur whole lives we've been brought up to hate the bad guys in films, to know that they are evil and there needs to be good that stops them. However, there are some instances in which our main character happens to be a very bad person. As always please let us know some of your best baddies while we take a look at those leading characters that love to be bad as villain protagonists.
The Humans
January 14, 2022 01:42 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBThe holidays are always a time when a family can get together and spend some time that they wouldn't usually. With that, it doesn't always go as plan and that is what this film is about as we see three generations of a family meeting for Thanksgiving. While this film may sound "boring" to most, it is a very complex film about nothing more than a family existing. Incredible camera movement, as well as dialogue that feels real, brings this film freedom and a sense of curiosity that even you ma...