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Cinema Salsa

Cinema Salsa

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A film podcast where hosts Phillip Peck and Stephen White discuss different facets of film culture and the film industry.
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The Best and Worst of 2021

Cinema SalsaDec 29, 2021

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The Best and Worst of 2021

The Best and Worst of 2021

This week, we're taking a look back at a year of cinema and remembering which films we loved and which ones we did not.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Dec 29, 202101:23:44
The Rise of Korean Cinema

The Rise of Korean Cinema

This week, we're taking a look at the recent surge in popularity of Korean cinema in the North American market.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Nov 24, 202101:01:19
The Television Revolution

The Television Revolution

This week, we're talking about television's long evolution from simple variety shows to formulaic standards to the narrative powerhouse it is today.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Oct 20, 202101:18:04
Is Animation Just for Kids?

Is Animation Just for Kids?

This week, we're discussing the stigma that animated productions have which automatically labels them as kids fare to general audiences.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

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Sep 15, 202101:09:09
The Evolution of Special Effects

The Evolution of Special Effects

This week, we're chatting about special effect in film and TV, where they started to where they stand today and how we've seen some methods come full circle.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Sep 01, 202101:16:08
The Black Widow Incident

The Black Widow Incident

This week, we're discussing the fallout between Scarlett Johannsen and Disney regarding fair payment when films go to streaming and how this may look going forward.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Aug 25, 202159:54
The Fear Street Experiment

The Fear Street Experiment

This week, we're examining the release of the Fear Street Trilogy on Netflix and whether or not the binge method is viable for films.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Aug 11, 202101:24:17
Gritty Takes On Fantastic Films

Gritty Takes On Fantastic Films

This week, we're talking about the Hollywood trend of creating gritty takes on what would typically be a fantasy genre film and whether or not the take is warranted. 

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Aug 04, 202101:08:38
The Hollywood Recycling Bin

The Hollywood Recycling Bin

This week, we're talking about remakes and reboots: the good, the bad, and the worse.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet.

Jul 28, 202101:28:04
The Superhero Problem

The Superhero Problem

This week, we're talking about the cultural impact that superhero films have had on the industry, breaking down the positive and negative effects.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet.

Jul 21, 202101:03:50
Can Theaters Make a Comeback?

Can Theaters Make a Comeback?

This week, we're discussing whether or not film theaters will return to their former glory after the massive hit they took due to the pandemic.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet.

Jul 14, 202152:13
The Films That Defined Us

The Films That Defined Us

Welcome to Cinema Salsa. A film podcast that discusses the inner workings of film culture.

Hosted by Philip Peck and Stephen White, our introductory episode focuses on getting to know what films shaped our viewing habits and tastes.

"Son Nocturno" performed by Cuba Quartet

Jul 07, 202101:16:34