Operation: Silver Screen

Oh what a wonderful year 1968 was for HQ and film. Listen as Bryant and Catlynn provide their debrief for the sci-fi classic Planet of the Apes (1968)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has recruited many lost souls over the years but none probably have a story of affairs such as Dustin Hoffman's character in this movie. Listen as Bryant and Kaetlyn provide their debrief with the 60's classic, The Graduate! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ recognizes the greatness in everyone and has assigned the team with a film that displays what's special about a particularly gifted character. Listen as Bryant and Caytlinne provide their debrief for Rain Man. Guest starring Kadin! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to follow Kadin:

Instagram- @73postshere

Sportscol.com- Kadin McElwain

Facebook- Kadin Ronald

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HQ wants to double-down on the sword clashing assignment and has sent the team on another mission of action. Listen as Bryant and Katlind provide their debrief for their first Kurosawa film, Seven Samurai as they celebrate the film's 70th anniversary! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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Here's another anniversary to celebrate. 20 years since the release of a film directed by a famous director the team has yet to talk about. Listen as Bryant and Keightlinn provide their debrief for Volume 1 and 2 of Kill Bill directed by Quentin Tarantino! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ once again sends the team out to investigate another horror franchise that has gotten that legacy treatment. This time in the form of a prequel. Listen as Bryant and Caetlynne provide their debrief on The First Omen! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has decided that it is time for the team to take on one of, if not thee, biggest influence on the sci-fi genre. Listen as Bryant and Kaytlin provide their debrief for the quintessential sci-fi movie, 2001: A Space Odyssey! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has decided that we need to talk about Damien, the possible antichrist. Listen as Bryant and Caytlind provide their debrief for the occult horror The Omen (1976)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has presented another screwball comedy for the team to watch. Listen as Bryant and Katelinne provide their debrief for the popular and acclaimed comedy, It Happened One Night (1934)! Also, guest starring Mike from The Old Switch-a-roo podcast! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out The Old Switcharoo:

https://theoldswitcharoo.com/

Twitter- @oldswitch_a_roo

Instagram- @oldswitcharoo

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This episode contains discussion of misogyny, racism, and sexual abuse. This content was included to provide a critique of the documentary film, Crumb, which includes graphic depictions and discussions of the subjects above.

HQ has presented many films coming from all genres. However, now is the time for the team's first documentary. Listen as Bryant and Kayetlin provide their debrief for Crumb, the documentary of the cartoonist, Robert Crumb. Joining them as well will be Kyle from Little Cozy Nostril!*The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out Kyle and his work:

Linktree- https://linktr.ee/kylebridgett

Website: kylebridgett.com

Youtube- @LittleCozyNostril

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HQ has approved the release of Part 2! Listen as Bryant and Caitlinne continue to provide their choices for the Brass Magnifier Awards. Also, guest starring Matt! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out Matt and his work:

www.myslinskifilm.com

Instagram- @myslinski_film and @operationdarksite

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2023 may have pass a couple months ago but it's movies are still remembered and admired. Listen as Bryant and Catland provide their top 5 movies of 2023 along with their best and worse choices in other great categories. Joining them as well for this award show is Matt! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out Matt and his work:

www.myslinskifilm.com

Instagram- @myslinski_film and @operationdarksite

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The 80s were an interesting time for HQ and even more so for the sci-fi genre. One of which would be the infamous adaption of a popular sci-fi novel. Listen as Bryant and Katlinn provide their debrief for the first film adaption of Dune from 1984! Also, joining them would be the author, Kit!*The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Check out Kit's work:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kit%20Falbo/author/B07P58L8Y6

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Twitter- @writeskit

Tik Tok- @kitfalbo

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Sometimes you need a break from all the work in HQ and spend some time by the water cooler. Though this time around the team is joined by an honorable guest, George Stevens Jr. The founding director of AFI and a recipient of an Honorary Oscar for his lifetime achievement in film. A man who provided us with great insight into his life and the world of Hollywood. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out George Stevens Jr.'s memoir:

"My Place in the Sun: Life in the Golden Age of Hollywood and Washington"

You can also find more information on his website:

Georgestevensjr.com

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There's a reason HQ has strict fraternization policies, it's because a little bit of romance can have deadly consequences. Listen to Bryant and Caitlyn give their debrief for A Place in the Sun directed by the Golden Hollywood director, George Stevens Sr.! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ believes that team work makes the dream work even if the team is a bit reluctant at first. Listen as Bryant and Kaetland provide their debrief for the first Rush Hour starring Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan as buddy cops! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has been around for a while and can be considered old-fashioned. However, even they had to admit that dancing can be just harmless fun and not the Satanic behavior some believe it to be. Listen as Bryant and Cayetlin provide their debrief for the dance rebellion classic, Footloose! Guest starring Jonathan from The Carolina Storyteller! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out Jonathan and his podcast:

https://www.thecarolinastoryteller.com/

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HQ is a place of strong leadership and as such, it recognizes great leadership. This assignment is a film about a great but controversial leader portrayed in another Spike Lee joint. Listen as Bryant and Caytlind give their debrief on Malcolm X (1992). Guest starring, Deon (the Loose Cannon)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to follow Deon and check out his work:

https://linktr.ee/ultrablackfilm

https://vimeo.com/filmsbydeon

Letterboxd- Deon Griffin

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There is a classified list for reason why HQ no longer sends the team on space expeditions. Though after watching this movie, you'll understand without seeing the list. Listen as Bryant and Caitelinn provide their debrief for their first Tarkovsky assignment, Solaris (1972). Guest starring Daniel Offenbacher *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

Make sure to check out Daniel's works:

His music- "Project Fires" on Apple and Spotify

His feature length film- "House Within the Night" on Youtube

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How do you remake a movie from 2004 but make it feel fetch? Turn it into a musical of course. Listen as Bryant and Caytlin provide their debrief for the remake of Mean Girls! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has a couple rules, one of them is to not bring in alien plants and the other is to not make deals with the devil or those like it. Unfortunately, a certain little shop didn't establish the same set of rules. Listen as Bryant and Kaetlinn provide their debrief for the horror musical comedy, Little Shop of Horrors (1986)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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No one at HQ has participated in their high school reunion but they can't help but wonder if it would be better or worse than this duo's reunion. Listen as Bryant and Katlin provide their debrief for the high school cult classic comedy, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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It should be no surprise that HQ would eventually give the team the task, of watching what is considered to be the greatest movie of all time. Listen as Bryant and Kaytlynn provide their debrief for one of the ultimate must-sees, Citizen Kane! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ understands that it doesn't always take a jolly man and a pile of snow to get Christmas's message across. Sometimes you can do the same with a group of hostages and automatic gunfire. Listen as Bryant and Cayetlinn provide their debrief for the unconventional Christmas movie, Die Hard! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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Unable to decide which type of humor to go with, HQ gives the team a movie with a shotgun blast of jokes. Listen as Bryant and Caetland provide their debrief for the controversial comedy, Blazing Saddles! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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Escape from HQ is pretty tough but no tougher than escaping from a Manhattan-size prison. Listen as Bryant and Katlynne provide their debrief for John Carpenter's first B-action film, Escape from New York starring Kurt Russel. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ knows that every mission does not go perfectly, however, they would probably never expect an Alien. Listen as Bryant and Caytelynn provide their debrief for Ridley Scott's iconic space film, Alien! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has decided that it is time for the team to pay its respects to the King of Monsters, Godzilla. Listen as Bryant and Cayetlyn provide their debrief for Godzilla (1954), the first of the monstrous franchise! Also, joining the pair are two Godzilla enthusiasts, returning guest Connor (the Wiz) and Nick (the Expert)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ may not be perfect but at least the hosts have never had to be fused with robotic parts for better results. Listen as Bryant and Caitlinn provide their debrief for the blockbuster satire 80s film, Robocop! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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This Halloween, HQ opens its doors to the strangeness that follows this cult classic horror musical. Listen as Bryant and Kaytland provide their debrief for The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), one of the most well-known cult classics. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ believes that Halloween movies don't always have to be truly horrifying. Sometimes, it's okay for them to be just comforting. Listen as Bryant and Keightlinne provide their debrief for Practical Magic, guest starring, Kristen (The Thespian)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has put the team on an assignment to cover a legendary director paired with a beloved actor. Listen as Bryant and Caytelynn provide their debrief for Gangs of New York, directed by Scorsese and starring Di Caprio. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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We've performed the necessary rites and we've said our prayers, but the Exorcist is back with a new legacy sequel. Listen as Bryant and Caitlyn give their on the newest film in the franchise, The Exorcist: Believer. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ supplied the team with a crucifix and gallons of holy water this week as Bryant and Caitlyn sat down and watched the original 1973 horror classic, The Exorcist. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ can issue some pretty tough cases but that's nothing compared to the games that Jigsaw likes to play. Listen as Bryant and Kaetlyn provide their debrief for the film that kicked off the torture heavy franchise, Saw (2004). *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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Unfortunately, HQ disapproved most of the team's cyberpunk requests. Since we don't have the budget and replacing most of our anatomy with cybernetics is not covered under our insurance plan (it's considered an elective surgery). However, they did approve our assignment request to do the cyberpunk film based on the novel that practically created the genre, written by Phillip K. Dick. Listen as Bryant and Caitlinne provide their debrief for Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ is unable to take every assignment seriously, sometimes you have to have a laugh. That laugh may even be shared with the suspects of that very case. Listen as Bryant and Kaiteland provide their debrief for the goofy whodunit based on a classic board game, Clue! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ isn't an action-packed setting but the 80s sure were. Those making all the noise during that time were referred to as the action heroes. Listen as Bryant and Katlin provide their debrief for First Blood which stars the first appearance of the action legend, Rambo played by Sylvester Stallone! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ is no stranger to investigations and the weirdness it can bring. However, when you have a case and story created by the enigmatic David Lynch, even the team at HQ prepares themselves more than usual. Listen as Bryant and Kaitlinne provide their debrief for classic neo-noir film, Blue Velvet, their first David Lynch assignment. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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Luckily for HQ, all of the team members get along regardless of physical differences. However, not every place was like that back in the day and this film presents a story depicting an investigative partnership that starts with prejudice. Listen as Bryant and Kaytlind provide their debrief for In the Heat of the Night starring Sidney Poitier! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ's surveillance has been picking up a lot of chatter over the waves recently. Most of which is wishing a happy birthday to Oldboy, the action thriller that put Park Chan-Wok on the international map. Listen as Bryant and Caetlynn provide their debrief for the 20 year-old Korean classic, Oldboy. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ would like to pay its respects to an iconic entertainer, Paul Reubens. He was mostly known for his tv show, Pee Wee's Playhouse a show so popular it spawned three movies. Listen as Bryant and Catlinne provide their debrief for Reubens' first featured movie, Pee Wee's Big Adventure! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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There's a rather good reason why nun-chucks are not allowed in HQ. Luckily everyone can live out their martial arts fantasies through the very talented Bruce Lee. Listen as Bryant and Kaetlinne provided their debrief for the team's first martial arts film, Enter the Dragon! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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It's hard to keep your personal affairs away from work, even HQ sympathizes with that. However, none have attempted to fix both their personal affairs and work affairs simultaneously as Cary Grant does in this film. Listen as Bryant and Caytelynne provide their debrief for His Girl Friday, a screwball comedy led by Rosalind Russell! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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It's vacation time at HQ but not for this team. That's because it would mean no episode for all you great film lovers. Plus, vacations can take a dark turn, much like what happens to our titular leads in this week's assignment. Listen as Bryant and Kaetlinn provide their debrief for the daring 90s film, Thelma and Louise! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ brought the team to the recording room and presented their newest assignment on the big board. It is taught that war is no joke but Stanley Kubrick managed to create a few laughs on the subject, in this classic satire. Listen as Bryant and Kaytlind provide their debrief for the Dr. Strangelove or: (insert lengthy subtitle here)! *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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HQ has sent the team on some wild missions, but none that could compare to those ordered by this blockbuster franchise. These missions by some are considered, impossible. Listen as Bryant and Kaitelynn provide their debrief for the first Mission Impossible, starring Tom Cruise doing what he does best, his own stunts and a good amount of sprinting. *The first portion of the episode is spoiler free*

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