Single Serving Cinema
152 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsSingle Serving Cinema looks at one critical scene in a movie every other week. We explore how the scene is constructed, what the scene achieves, and what it can tell us about the movie as a whole. Hosted by Tim & Tay.
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SSC 78: Ranking Season 3's Taglines
June 19, 2024 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBAnother season done! We wrap up in our usual fashion by comparing our rankings of the taglines from this year's movies. Follow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
SSC 77: The Nice Guys (Black, 2016)
May 29, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBTim and Tay are back to wrap up the season with one of their favourite movies in recent years, The Nice Guys. Tune in for a chat about "Big Russ" and the comedic stylings of Ryan Gosling. Synopsis An alcoholic detective and a purposeless tough guy become embroiled in a missing persons case that takes them on a journey through the many corrupt echelons of 1970s LA. Starring Ryan Gosling, Russel Crowe, and written and directed by Shane Black, The Nice Guys premiered May 20, 2016. Where ...
SSC 75: A La Carte 2023
April 17, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn this special annual episode, Tim and Tay highlight a few notable movies from 2023. Not necessarily the best or our favourites, but certainly worth seeing! Tim The Killer (Fincher) The Taste of Things (Anh Hung) The Creator (Edwards) Tay Poor Things (Lanthimos) How To Blow Up A Pipeline (Goldhaber) The Holdovers (Payne) Links: Filming The Holdovers As always, please leave us a review on iTunes and spread the word to your friends! Next month: The films of Greta Gerwig! Follow: ...
SSC 76: A La Carte 2023
April 17, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn this special annual episode, Tim and Tay highlight a few notable movies from 2023. Not necessarily the best or our favourites, but certainly worth seeing! Tim The Killer (Fincher) The Taste of Things (Anh Hung) The Creator (Edwards) Tay Poor Things (Lanthimos) How To Blow Up A Pipeline (Goldhaber) The Holdovers (Payne) Links: Filming The Holdovers As always, please leave us a review on iTunes and spread the word to your friends! Next month: The films of Greta Gerwig! Follow: ...
STV 01: Andor (Gilroy, 2022)
April 01, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBTim and Tay leave pretentious and inconvenient movies behind and switch to the principal media of the modern age: streaming TV. In the first episode of Solo TV Dinner we explore Andor and how it finds impressive depth working within the Star Wars IP machine. Synopsis Andor tells the story of the titular hero’s journey from apathetic rogue to dyed-in-the-wool rebel, acting as a prequel to Rogue One. Starring Diego Luna and created by Tony Gilroy, Andor premiered Sept. 21, 2022. Andor is ...
SSC 74: Rogue One (Edwards, 2016)
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBTim and Tay discuss what is likely the most beloved Star Wars anthology film, Rogue One. A compelling but compromised film, Rogue One introduced new visuals, themes, and characters to the cinematic Star Wars canon. Tune in for a discussion of Gareth Edwards' knack for imparting scale on the big screen and a lot more. Synopsis Rogue One details the rebel effort to steal the Death Star plans and expose its weakness before the Empire puts the planet-killing weapon to use. Starring Felicity...
SSC 73: Star Wars (Lucas, 1977)
March 13, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBTim and Tay try to look at Star Wars with fresh eyes in this episode on the genesis of one of film culture's most valuable, gargantuan, and mixed franchises. Synopsis Star Wars (renamed "Episode IV: A New Hope" in ‘81) tells the story of Luke Skywalker, a farm boy that gets caught up in the rebel alliance’s desperate efforts to destroy the galactic empire’s weapon of mass destruction. Starring Mark Hamil, and written and directed by George Lucas, Star Wars was released May 25, 1977. Wh...
SSC 72: Dune Part 2 (Villeneuve, 2024)
March 07, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBDid you have a dream that we did an episode on Dune: Part 2? Well, it's happening, just as you dreamed it. Notes: Stellan Skarsgård on his career Follow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
SSC 72: Dune Part Two (Villeneuve, 2024)
March 07, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBDid you have a dream that we did an episode on Dune: Part 2? Well, it's happening, just as you dreamed it. Notes: Stellan Skarsgård on his career Follow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
SSC 71: BlackBerry (Johnson, 2023)
February 28, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBTim and Tay celebrate their national heritage with this discussion of BlackBerry. Tune in to hear about Canada's inferiority complex, tangents about long lenses, and more. Synopsis BlackBerry charts the major chapters in the life of the once-iconic smartphone and the people who created and sold it. Starring Jay Baruchel and Glenn Howerton, and directed and written by Matt Johnson, BlackBerry was released May 12, 2023 Where to watch BlackBerry. Notes Heritage Minutes The Big Picture i...
SSC 70: The Social Network (Fincher, 2010)
February 14, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBTim and Tay are joined by Kyle Snarr to talk about one of the most critical movies of the century: The Social Network. We discuss its legacy as part of Fincher's oeuvre, its effect on the cinematic landscape, and just how damn good it is. Synopsis The Social Network portrays (with great artistic license) the creation and tumultuous growth of Facebook, centering on Mark Zuckerberg's journey and its many legal disputes and personal conflicts. Where to watch The Social Network. Tay's Scen...
SSC 69: The Abyss (Cameron, 1989)
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBTim and Tay head to the depths with what is undoubtedly James Cameron's most personal film, The Abyss. Tune in for a discussion of this year's Oscar noms, the foundation of CGI in film, and Cameron's undeniable skill for communicating need-to-know info to the audience. Synopsis Titanic is a sweeping romantic epic, set against the backdrop of the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. The film follows the doomed love story between Jack, a penniless artist, and Rose, a wealthy young...
SSC 68: Titanic (Cameron, 1997)
January 17, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBTim & Tay kick off the new year with a discussion of James Cameron's 1997 box office behemoth Titanic and its ingenious, audience-first design. Tune in to hear about the detailed production, the less-than-detailed characters, and more. Synopsis Titanic is a sweeping romantic epic, set against the backdrop of the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. The film follows the doomed love story between Jack, a penniless artist, and Rose, a wealthy young woman, as they struggle to survive t...
SSC 67: White Christmas (Curtiz, 1954)
December 27, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBTim & Tay head into the holiday season with a hit musical that marks an early technological predecessor to IMAX: White Christmas. Tune in for a chat about blockbusters (old and new), Vista Vision, and Danny Kaye. Synopsis White Christmas tells the story of two World War II veterans and entertainers who team up to save their former commanding officer's struggling inn, finding love along the way. Starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera Ellen, White Christmas was directed ...
SSC 66: Scrooged (Donner, 1988)
December 13, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBTim & Tay attempt to get in the holiday spirit with this discussion of Richard Donner's somewhat uneven Dickensian adaptation, Scrooged. Synopsis This modern-day, quasi-meta adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic "A Christmas Carol," tells the story of a cynical TV executive who undergoes a transformative journey of self-discovery during the holiday season. Starring Bill Murray and Karen Allen, Scrooged was directed by Richard Donner and released Nov. 23, 1988. Where to watch Scrooged. ...
SSC 65: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (Spielberg, 1982)
November 29, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBTim & Tay are joined by Erica Sherwood to talk about an undeniable classic: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. We discuss world-class child actors, Spielberg's insane lighting choices, and E.T.'s penchant for day beers. Synopsis Stranded on earth, a kind alien befriends a young boy in California and attempts to stay one step ahead of the authorities while finding his way home. Starring Henry Thomas, and directed by Stephen Spielberg, E.T. came out June 11, 1982. Where to watch E.T. Notes He...
SSC 64: The Iron Giant (Bird, 1999)
November 15, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBTim & Tay dig into the surprisingly odd yet undeniably heartfelt children's cult classic, The Iron Giant. Tune in for a chat about the loss of innocence, seamless melding of traditional and computer animation, and Christopher MacDonald. Synopsis A young boy in Cold War-era Maine befriends a giant robot from outer space, and must protect it from both paranoid government agents and its own potential for violence. Starring Eli Marienthal and Vin Diesel, and directed by Brad Bird, The Iron Gi...
SSC 63: The Exorcist (Friedkin, 1973)
October 31, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBTim & Tay honour the late, great William Friedkin by talking about one of the most successful films of all time: The Exorcist. Synopsis After exhausting all conventional forms of medicine and care, a distraught mother asks the catholic church to perform an exorcism for her suffering, manic daughter. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Linda Blair and Jason Miller, and directed by William Friedkin, The Exorcist was released Dec. 26, 1973. Where to watch The Exorcist. Scene: 39:15 - 44:48 Chris hosts...
SSC 62: A Quiet Place (Krasinski, 2018)
October 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBTim & Tay get dig into one of the most accessible horror movies of the modern era, and one that maybe doesn't hold up under close scrutiny. Tune in for a discussion of world-building, high concept strategy, and more. Synopsis A family lives their lives in silence, trying to survive in the presence of alien creatures that hunt by sound. Starring John Krasinski and Emily Blunt, and directed by John Krasinski, A Quiet Place was released April 6, 2018. Where to watch A Quiet Place. Scene: ...
SSC 61: The Descent (Marshall, 2005)
October 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBTim & Tay get to talk horror once again in this discussion of Neil Marshall's The Descent. We explore this movie's legacy in a genre that has somewhat forgot it, wise filmmaking on a lower budget, and much more. Synopsis A day of spelunking turns into a nightmare after a group of friends gets trapped underground and pursued by terrifying predators. Starring Shauna Macdonald and Natalie Mendoza, and directed by Neil Marshall, The Descent was released July 8, 2005. Where to watch The De...
SSC 60: Fight Club (Fincher, 1999) w/ Bunny Stephenson
September 20, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBTim and Tay are joined by Bunny Stephenson (Instagram / Letterboxd) to talk about our second David Fincher pick for our potlucks: Fight Club. We discuss the movie's exquisite portrayal of brutal violence, its not-so-subtle homoeroticism, and the reception of this satirical take on '90s men's existential crisis. Synopsis A depressed man’s life is changed after he meets a charming and inspiring anarchist that shows him a life beyond the materialistic world. Starring Ed Norton & Brad Pitt, ...
SSC 59: Nightcrawler (Gilroy, 2014)
September 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBTim & Tay take on capitalism in this episode on Nightcrawler. This slick and unsettling film stars Jake Gyllenhaal in his best performance, and explores ambition, tenacity, and the other characteristics most valued by the modern western world. Synopsis Lou Bloom, an ambitious and resourceful Los Angeles resident, methodically tests the moral and economic limits of sensational local news production. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal and directed by Dan Gilroy, Nightcrawler was released Oct. 31, 20...
SSC 58: Kill Bill Vols 1&2 (Tarantino, 2003-2004)
August 23, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBTim & Tay talk both of Tarantino's revenge epics, Kill Bill Vols 1 &2. Tune in for a discussion of how these films have aged, how they deny audience expectations, and more. Synopsis Kill Bill Vols 1 & 2 tell the story of an assassin’s quest for revenge against her spurned master and ex, Bill. Starring Uma Thurman and directed by Quentin Tarantino, Kill Bill Vols 1 & 2 were released October 10, 2003 and April 16, 2004, respectively. Where to watch Kill Bill Vols 1 & 2 Links: RackaRack...
SSC 57: Memento ( Nolan, 2000)
August 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBTim & Tay explore the movie that launched Christopher Nolan's career in proper: Memento. We talk about its innovative story structure, the way it plays with the nature of film, and how Carrie-Anne Moss can be pretty mean sometimes. Synopsis A man with short-term memory loss tracks his wife’s killer, employing a series of habitual techniques to find his target and, eventually, take his revenge. Starring Guy Pearce and directed by Christopher Nolan, Memento was released September 9, 2000....
SSC Bonus: Oppenheimer (Nolan, 2023)
August 08, 2023 03:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBYou know we couldn't go from our bomb theme in July to our revenge theme in August without talking about one of the summer's two biggest films: Oppenheimer. Follow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
SSC 56: Face/Off (Woo, 1997)
July 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBTim & Tay dig into John Woo's maximalist style with the ridiculous, fun, and arguarbly flawed Face/Off. Synopsis FBI agent Sean Archer undergoes radical surgery to trade faces with his nemesis, the terrorist Castor Troy, in order to discover the location of a bomb that threatens Los Angeles. Starring Nicholas Cage and John Travolta, and directed by John Woo, Face/Off was released June 27, 1997. Where to watch Face/Off. Scene: 45:30-48:25 In short order, Castor Troy wakes up from his com...
SSC 55: Sorcerer (Friedkin, 1977)
July 12, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBTim & Tay get to talk about one of their all time favourite films: William Friedkin's Sorcerer. In this first installment for our bomb month (in honour of the forthcoming Oppenheimer), we talk explosions, existential dread, and much more. Synopsis Four desperate men, on the run from their past lives and stuck in a quagmire of Colombian poverty, agree to drive unstable nitroglycerin across 200 miles of dangerous jungle road to put out an inflamed oil well. Starring Roy Schieder and direct...
SSC 54: Jaws (Spielberg, 1975)
June 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBTim & Tay revisit the seminal summer blockbuster: Jaws. We talk about the dawn of the modern movie megahit, the difficulty of shooting a movie on the ocean, and much more. Synopsis When a great white shark terrorizes a tourist trap island off the coast of New York, the local police chief, an oceanographer, and a seasoned fisherman are charged with catching it. Starring Roy Schieder and directed by Stephen Spielberg, Jaws was released June 20, 1975. Where to watch Jaws. Scene: 45:1...
SSC 53: Season 2 Taglines
June 14, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBAnother season in the bag means another head-to-head ranking of the latest crop of taglines. Follow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
SSC 52: Raiders of the Lost Ark (Spielberg, 1981)
June 07, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBTim & Tay honour the legacy of summer blockbusters by discussing Stephen Spielberg's adventure classic, Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. We talk fallible heroes, action along the z-axis, and much more. Synopsis An adventuring archaeologist races to beat the Nazis to a priceless, potentially powerful religious relic in this globe-trotting pulp action classic. Starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen, and directed by Stephen Spielberg, Raiders of the Lost Ark was released Jun...
SSC 51: Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood (Tarantino, 2019)
May 24, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBTim & Tay dig into the iconic Quentin Tarantino and his oeuvre for the first time with his revisionist fantasy: Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood. Tune in for a discussion of cache-cashing, period-specific production design, and much more. Synopsis Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood tells the story of waning ‘60s TV star Rick Dalton and his stunt double Cliff Booth, who, in the course of their seemingly regular lives, encounter the Manson family gang and change the course of Hollywood history....
SSC 50: Potluck—Se7en (Fincher, 1995) w/James Stacey
May 10, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBTim and Tay are once again joined by James Stacey (The Grey Nato) to talk about our first David Fincher pick for our potlucks: Se7en. We discuss the movie that launched Fincher's film career in proper, how it stands as a unique work of its time, and who we'd cast as an alternate Mills and Somerset. Synopsis A veteran detective partners with a rookie to take on one last case before he retires, hunting a serial killer of unparalleled commitment and barbarism. Starring Morgan Freeman and Brad...
SSC 49: Spirited Away (Miyazaki, 2001)
April 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBTim & Tay talk about one of the most iconic animated movies of all time, Spirited Away. They discuss this timeless film's attention to the child's perspective, its careful development of her developing sense of agency, and director/writer Hayao Miyazaki's singular approach to his animation. Synopsis Spirited Away tells the story of 10-year-old Chihiro, who enters the spirit world after her parents are transformed into pigs. Chihiro takes a job at the spirits’ bathhouse in order to save her...
SSC 48: Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse (Ramsey, Persichetti, Rothman, 2019)
April 12, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBTim & Tay talk about the new era of animation in this discussion of Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse. Tune in for a comparison of Peter Parker and Miles Morales, a celebration of innovative animation, and more. Synopsis Unsure of who or what he wants to be, Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales is bitten by a radioactive spider and develops special powers. When he meets the current Spider-Man, and then many other Spider-people from alternate dimensions, Miles must learn to use his powers and bec...
SCC 47: Cinema Paradiso (Tornatore, 1988)
March 29, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBTim & Tay talk about the cinephile's classic Cinema Paradiso, as selected by our Instagram contest winner. Synopsis A celebrated Sicilian director returns home for the funeral of an old friend, recounting his coming-of-age through flashbacks centered around the village’s cinema. Starring Phiippe Noiret and Jaques Perrin, and directed by Guisepe Tornatore, Cinema Paradiso was released on November 17, 1988, in Italy (and May 2002 in Canada). Where to watch Cinema Paradiso. Scene: 49:52 -...
SSC 46: When Harry Met Sally (Reiner, 1989)
March 15, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBTim & Tay talk about the Oscars, rom-coms, and a lot more in this discussion of When Harry Met Sally. Synopsis Maybe more-than-friends Harry and Sally navigate the dating world through their thirties, learning whether there really are any true rules defining the relationships between men and women. Starring Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal, written by Norah Ephron, and directed by Rob Reiner, When Harry Met Sally hit theatres July 21, 1989. Where to watch When Harry Met Sally. Scene: 59:55...
SSC 45: Spider-Man (Raimi, 2002)
March 01, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBTim & Tay talk Spider-Man and the beginning of a new cinematic era. This episode covers the idea of post-9/11 New York as a character, Willem Dafoe's arch take on the comic book villain, and much more. Synopsis When unpopular and unassuming high schooler Peter Parker is bitten by a radioactive spider, he gains miraculous powers that soon throw his life into disarray. Starring Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst and directed by Sam Raimi, Spider-Man hit theatres May 3, 2002. Where to watch S...
SSC 44: Signs (Shyamalan, 2002)
February 15, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBTim & Tay discuss Signs, the changing trajectory of Shyamalan's career over the past two decades, and what we talk about when we talk about "coverage". Synopsis A former priest comes to terms with his loss of faith as strange phenomena on his farm and around the world suggest the arrival of an invading alien species on earth. Starring Mel Gibson and written, directed, and edited by M. Night Shyamalan, Signs was released August 2, 2002. Where to watch Signs Scene [1:09:30 - 1:18:42 ...
SSC 43: The Sixth Sense (Shyamalan, 1999)
February 08, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBTim & Tay dive into the often unfairly-maligned filmography of M. Night Shyamalan. We talk about iconic twists, patient child acting, and much more in this episode on The Sixth Sense (1999). Synopsis Bruce Willis plays Malcolm Crowe, a child psychiatrist struggling to connect with his wife in the fallout of a traumatic home invasion. Colm attempts to help Cole Sear, a young boy haunted by visions of dead people. Released August 6th, 1999, The Sixth Sense was written and directed by M. N...
SSC 42: A La Carte — A Selection of 2022's Films
January 25, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBIn this special episode, Tim and Tay highlight a few notable movies from 2022. Not necessarily the best or our favourites, but certainly worth seeing! Disclosures Aftersun (Wells, 2022) All Quiet On The Western Front (Berger, 2022) Tim The Fablemans (Spielberg, 2022) Speak No Evil (Tafdrup, 2022) Tar (Field, 2022) Tay Crimes of the Future (Cronenberg, 2022) Triangle of Sadness (Östlund, 2022) Everything Everywhere All At Once (DANIELS, 2022) Links: Fat Elvis by The Ferns Cinema...
SSC 41: Our New Year's Resolutions
January 11, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBTim and Tay kick off the New Year by reflecting on movie trends from 2022. The two hosts share concepts from the previous cinematic year that they hope will continue in 2023 and beyond. Tune in for our Pick 3 episode in 2 weeks! Follow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
SCC 41: Our New Year's Resolutions
January 11, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBTim and Tay kick off the New Year by reflecting on movie trends from 2022. The two hosts share concepts from the previous cinematic year that they hope will continue in 2023 and beyond. Tune in for our Pick 3 episode in 2 weeks! Follow: SSC on Instagram SSC on Twitter Tim on Letterboxd
SSC 40: Potluck—Prisoners (Villeneuve, 2013) w/James Stacey
December 08, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBTim and Tay are once again joined by James Stacey (The Grey Nato) to talk about our final Denis Villeneuve pick for our potlucks: Prisoners. We discuss to what degree this movie has aged well, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, and the consistent cinematographic mastery that Roger Deakins brings to the movies he shoots. Synopsis When two young girls are kidnapped in the Pennsylvania suburbs over Thanksgiving, their parents and a local police Detective are pushed beyond their limits to find th...
SSC 39: Saving Private Ryan (Spielberg, 1998)—"Earn this."
November 23, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBTim & Tay attempt to talk meaningfully about one of the most iconic war movies of all time. Dig in for a discussion of J-cuts, audience surrogacy, and Tom Hanks' onscreen presence. Synopsis After surviving D-Day, an army rangers squad is tasked with finding a paratrooper in wartorn France in order to escort him safely home. Starring Tom Hanks and directed by Stephen Spielberg, Saving Private Ryan was released July 24, 1998. Where to watch Saving Private Ryan. Scene [1:24:00- 1:43:05...
SSC 39: Saving Private Ryan (Spielberg, 1998)—"Earn this."
November 23, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBTim & Tay attempt to talk meaningfully about one of the most iconic war movies of all time. Dig in for a discussion of J-cuts, audience surrogacy, and Tom Hanks' onscreen presence. Synopsis After surviving D-Day, an army rangers squad is tasked with finding a paratrooper in wartorn France in order to escort him safely home. Starring Tom Hanks and directed by Stephen Spielberg, Saving Private Ryan was released July 24, 1998. Where to watch Saving Private Ryan. Scene [1:24:00- 1:43:05...
SSC 39: Saving Private Ryan (Spielberg, 1998)
November 23, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBTim & Tay attempt to talk meaningfully about one of the most iconic war movies of all time. Dig in for a discussion of J-cuts, audience surrogacy, and Tom Hanks' onscreen presence. Synopsis After surviving D-Day, an army rangers squad is tasked with finding a paratrooper in wartorn France in order to escort him safely home. Starring Tom Hanks and directed by Stephen Spielberg, Saving Private Ryan was released July 24, 1998. Where to watch Saving Private Ryan. Scene [1:24:00- 1:43:05...
SSC 38: Dunkirk (Nolan, 2017)
November 09, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBTim & Tay are joined by Kyle Snarr to discuss Christopher Nolan's war epic Dunkirk. We talk about time strata, IMAX, and more. Our guest this week is Kyle Snarr, a gear guy, auto enthusiast, and film buff. He’s the Head of Partnerships at Worn & Wound, the co-founder of Cantonment Co. (a TGN favorite), and a big fan of SSC. Synopsis Allied soldiers cornered by the German threat in Dunkirk, France must survive as a daring civilian rescue is mounted to get them home safe across the Englis...
SSC 38: Dunkirk (Nolan, 2017)—Nolan's greatest film?
November 09, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBTim & Tay are joined by Kyle Snarr to discuss Christopher Nolan's war epic Dunkirk. We talk about time strata, IMAX, and more. Our guest this week is Kyle Snarr, a gear guy, auto enthusiast, and film buff. He’s the Head of Partnerships at Worn & Wound, the co-founder of Cantonment Co. (a TGN favorite), and a big fan of SSC. Synopsis Allied soldiers cornered by the German threat in Dunkirk, France must survive as a daring civilian rescue is mounted to get them home safe across the Englis...
SSC 37: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (Hooper, 1974)
October 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBTim & Tay close out this year's month of horror with a bonafide classic: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. They discuss the film's legacy, how its horror functions, and more. Synopsis A group of five friends travels by van across rural Texas to visit a grandfather’s grave site. They stop at an old farmhouse where they face an unimaginable terror in the form of a deranged cannibalistic family and the chainsaw-wielding maniac, Leatherface Starring Marilyn Burns as Sally, Jim Seidow as The Cook,...
SSC 37: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (Hooper, 1974)—Introducing Leatherface
October 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBTim & Tay close out this year's month of horror with a bonafide classic: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. They discuss the film's legacy, how its horror functions, and more. Synopsis A group of five friends travels by van across rural Texas to visit a grandfather’s grave site. They stop at an old farmhouse where they face an unimaginable terror in the form of a deranged cannibalistic family and the chainsaw-wielding maniac, Leatherface Starring Marilyn Burns as Sally, Jim Seidow as The Cook,...