Podcast: Be Kind Rewind (2008)
This episode is a change of pace from the last two. The upbeat and quirky “Be Kind Rewind.” This 2008 comedy stars Jack Black, Mos Def, and Danny Glover. Some of the words used to describe the film by the gang; whimsical, charming, joyous and “I don’t get it.” Interesting reactions to this one. Watch […]
Podcast: Klute (1971)
The gang discusses another early 70’s film, 1971’s “Klute.” A gritty and bleak film that includes Jane Fonda’s Academy award-winning performance as a call girl embroiled in murder. Co-starring Donald Sutherland as the private eye trying to solve the case while getting played by Fonda’s Bree Daniels. If you like dark and atmospheric…”Klute” is for […]
Podcast: The Hospital (1971)
A hospital, what is it? “It’s a big building with beds” and it’s the movie the gang discusses here. This 1971 dark comedy features an Oscar nominated performance by George C. Scott and Diana Rigg’s American film debut. Written by Paddy Chayefsky who among others wrote “Marty” and “Network.” Interesting conversation around this, more dark […]
Podcast: The Spitfire Grill (1996)
The gang discusses the 1996 indie film “The Spitfire Grill.” Debbie picked tonight’s movie and works hard to explain why she chose it. It’s part “Northern Exposure” and part Lifetime or the Hallmark channel movie. That goes a long way to explaining the group’s reaction, and hostility, towards the film…including from Debbie. The best part […]
Podcast: Young Frankenstein (1974)
“Dr. Frankenstein. No, it’s Fronkensteen.” With those words the gang discusses 1974’s classic comedy “Young Frankenstein.” Directed by Mel Brooks and starring a cast of comedy superstars including Gene Wilder who starred, created and co-wrote the script. This film had such an impact on so many people that this podcast has some special guests who […]
Podcast: Run Lola Run (1998)
The gang stumbles into alternate timelines with the 1998 German film “Run Lola Run.” Starring Franka Potente as Lola. This is a film with a lot of running, twisted timelines, fate, predetermination, love and even three different endings. There’s a lot to talk about including super powers and DNA molecules (don’t ask). Stay till the […]
Podcast: Mise en scene II
The gang tries a change of pace episode after a successful podcast of “The 33” featuring a visit by Lou Diamond Phillips. In this episode each member picks one scene from a movie that had an impact on them and will tell us why they chose it. A robust discussion of their pick will follow. […]
Podcast: The 33 (2015)-with special guest Lou Diamond Phillips
Lou Diamond Phillips joins the gang to discuss his pick…2015’s “The 33.” The story of the 33 Chilean miners trapped in a collapsed mine for 69 days in 2010. This was an uplifting story of family, faith and perseverance. Lou, who co-starred in the movie with a truly International cast, offers a unique insight into […]
Podcast: The French Connection (1971)
“Do you pick your feet in Poughkeepsie?” That question kicks off our review of Ralph’s pick…1971’s “The French Connection.” This Best Picture winner is gritty crime drama that stars Gene Hackman in his Academy Award winning performance as Popeye Doyle and co-stars Roy Scheider. Please visit the YouTube channel to “like,” comment, share, and subscribe […]