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A writer, DOP and editor discuss film. From new to old, bad to great and everything in between.
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023. Midnight In Paris

Film BuffsJul 08, 2020

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023. Midnight In Paris

023. Midnight In Paris

Paris is indeed 'a moveable feast'. Fantasy, reality and the mythic structure of Woody Allen's 2011 film, Midnight In Paris. We go into the weeds on this one and Dan geeks out hard. 

Jul 08, 202001:28:11
022. On The Waterfront

022. On The Waterfront

Today we discuss the 8 time Oscar winner from 1954, On the Waterfront, starring Marlon Brando. We try and figure out why some classics age well and others...not so much. We also get distracted and talk about Star Wars...again.

May 22, 202001:06:00
021. Casablanca

021. Casablanca

1942? That's so old! What can we learn from such an old film?In this episode you'll discover that as time goes by, the fundamental things really do apply to this 1942 classic. Play it again, Sam!

Apr 24, 202001:11:37
020. Jojo Rabbit

020. Jojo Rabbit

In this episode Jono and Dan think through the hilarious yet challenging film by renown Kiwi director, Taika Waititi. 

Apr 16, 202001:32:29
019. Rise of Skywalker

019. Rise of Skywalker

We're back! Thanks to the Coronavirus outbreak and the fact that we're on lockdown, your favourite podcast has returned.  To kick off season two Jono, Dan & Alex discuss Rise of Skywalker and the Disney era Star Wars franchise. 

Apr 02, 202001:43:40
018. Avengers: Endgame

018. Avengers: Endgame

Alex and Dan discuss Avengers: Endgame, the brilliant conclusion to the Infinity series.

Apr 29, 201901:07:33
017. Black Panther

017. Black Panther

Jono and Dan discuss Black Panther and its nomination for Best Picture at the 2019 Academy Awards. 

Note: For the first 10 minutes of the conversation we had an issue with Jono's mic, but we fixed it and the quality returns to normal. Please excuse this small technical issue. 

Feb 10, 201901:28:33
016. A Quiet Place

016. A Quiet Place

Jono and Dan discuss the 2018 John Krasinski directed thriller, A Quiet Place, starring Jim from The Office. We also pose pertinent questions like "why are cornfields so scary?" All this and more. 

Jan 22, 201957:00
015. Birdbox

015. Birdbox

The guys sit down and discuss the latest Netflix sensation Birdbox. We invite you to listen but be warned, if you look, you die!

Jan 11, 201901:10:09
014. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

014. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Dan, Jono and Alex are joined by special guest Jordan Hornbuckle to discuss the latest instalment of the Sony Spider-Man films, Into the Spider-Verse. We don't choose the ballroom, we just dance. 

Jan 03, 201901:42:45
013. Home Alone

013. Home Alone

It's Christmas time so Dan, Alex and Jono discuss a 90s Christmas Classic, Home Alone. Happy Holidays ya filthy animals! 

Dec 21, 201801:10:45
012. Avengers: Infinity War

012. Avengers: Infinity War

As a tribute to the late-great Stan Lee, Jono and Dan discuss Infinity War and the MCU with special guest and Marvel expert, Ryan Felton. Afterwards we sit back and watch the sunrise over a grateful universe. You're welcome universe.
Dec 08, 201801:40:04
011. Whiplash

011. Whiplash

Jono and Dan discuss Whiplash. Not my tempo!
Nov 28, 201801:20:06
010. Mission: Impossible - Fallout

010. Mission: Impossible - Fallout

Dan, Alex and Jono sit down to discuss the latest instalment in the Mission Impossible franchise, Fallout.
Nov 18, 201801:00:12
009. Birdman

009. Birdman

Alex, Dan and Jono discuss the 2015 best picture winner “Birdman”. We discuss theme, character through lines and the role of the critic. Did you get what you wanted from this podcast?
Nov 08, 201801:16:59
008. Bohemian Rhapsody

008. Bohemian Rhapsody

Jono, Alex and Dan discuss the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody starring Rami Malek. Like the band itself we disagree, tempers flare and the podcast is dissolved only to be rekindled moments later because we're a family.
Nov 07, 201801:13:20
007. Man of Steel

007. Man of Steel

Alex, Dan and Jono discuss the merits of the much maligned Man of Steel film while touching on Batman vs Superman and Justice League. With a focus on theme, character, production design and the DCEU battle with the dominant Marvel Universe.
Nov 02, 201801:38:22
006. Se7en

006. Se7en

Dan and Alex reach back to 1995 to discuss the David Fincher masterpiece thriller, Se7en. We examine the masterful direction, production design and writing along with the historical context of the film and its value today. We also find out what’s in the box.
Oct 31, 201801:12:36
005. A Star Is Born

005. A Star Is Born

Jono and Dan discuss A Star Is Born, Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut starring Lady Gaga. We examine the strength of the emotional connection between the actors, Lady Gaga’s performance and what we think was lacking in the character and story arcs.
Oct 26, 201858:00
004. Crazy Rich Asians

004. Crazy Rich Asians

Dan & Alex talk with special guest Tim J. Lim about Crazy Rich Asians, cultural representation in film and the history of Asian immigration. Tangents and rabbit holes make up the majority of this conversation but it is probably the most education episode we’ll ever do.
Oct 22, 201801:03:09
003. First Man

003. First Man

Dan & Jono discuss First Man starring Ryan Gosling. The story of reticent astronaut Neil Armstrong and his journey to the moon and back. We discuss the use of framing, character development and casting.
Oct 18, 201801:08:50
002. Venom

002. Venom

SPOILER ALERT:
Dan, Alex and Jono discuss the shortcomings of the latest Sony film Venom, starring Tom Hardy. We examine lack of character motivation, tone and poor story construction. Also, Venom is Cookie Monster!
Oct 16, 201801:06:24
001. Intro Episode

001. Intro Episode

Dan, Alex and Jono sit down to discuss their favourite films, how they got into filmmaking and why they love it. It’s a conversational podcast without pretense.
Oct 16, 201850:05