Weekly movie podcast where we climb the rungs of cinematic connections. Each week Brendan and Zach watch a movie that is somehow connected to the movie we watched the previous week. We discuss the movie, take listener feedback, discuss connections to previous movies and end the episode by picking our next movie based on suggestions sent in by the listeners and brought by your hosts. We've covered 200+ movies over the last few years and look forward to many more.
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This week we discuss DECISION TO LEAVE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:51). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Mubi) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:51). Submi…
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Oldboy (2003) (Death in an Elevator)
1:44:17
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This week we discuss OLDBOY (2003). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:18:00). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:18:00). Submit…
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The Cabin in the Woods (A Tropey Massacre)
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This week we discuss THE CABIN IN THE WOODS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:06:35). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:06:35…
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Friday the 13th (The 13 Degrees of Kevin Bacon)
1:26:37
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This week we discuss FRIDAY THE 13th. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:00:07). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MAX) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:00:07). Submit y…
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This week we discuss Apollo 13. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:22). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:22). Submit your…
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Lightyear with Shut Up Tim (Minus Tim Allen)
2:40:58
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Shut up Tim (@shutuptim on Twitter and Letterboxd) is back on the Podcast to discuss Andy's favorite movie LIGHTYEAR. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:52:14). Plus we get Tim's first official reaction to the SHREK 5 announcement. So (re)watc…
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This week we discuss GALAXY QUEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:22). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:10:22). Subm…
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Star Trek: Generations (Engaging Patrick Stewart)
1:23:39
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This week we discuss STAR TREK: GENERATIONS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:05:16). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:05:16…
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This week we discuss David Lynch's DUNE (1984). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:05:49). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:05…
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This week Taylor Cotter (newly @taylorcotter on Letterboxd) joins us to talk all about BLADE RUNNER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:24:49). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay…
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This week we discuss MINORITY REPORT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:25:03). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:25:03). S…
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This week we discuss COSMOPOLIS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:14:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime and Tubi) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:14:…
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This week we discuss LOCKE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:00:28). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Cinemax and streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:0…
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Mad Max: Fury Road (Water Represents Your Life)
1:52:38
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This week we discuss MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:22:21). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:22:21). R…
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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes with Kevin Mahaeo (The Ape-Men)
1:46:18
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This week we debate the Apes with Kevin Mahadeo (@kevmahadeo and the Screen & Page Podcast) and discuss DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:25:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Max and Hulu) …
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X-Men with Kevin Mahadeo and R Filly (Senator Berry)
3:00:33
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This week we teamed up with the host of the Screen & Page X-Men 97 podcast Kevin (@kevmahadeo) and Rich (@dmfilly) to discuss X-MEN (2000). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (2:25:55). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and l…
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This week we discuss BULWORTH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:06:48). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:06:48). Su…
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This week we discuss THE CANDIDATE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:16:25). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Youtube and streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next w…
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Brendan and Zach discuss QUIZ SHOW. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:08:35). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for n…
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Brendan and Zach go back inside the TV to discuss THE TRUMAN SHOW. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:25:00). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hea…
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Brendan and Zach discuss PLEASANTVILLE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:20:47). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film…
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Barbie with LaTonya Starks (Oz-cars Women)
2:05:34
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Brendan and Zach are joined by LaTonya Starks (@lkstarks) to discuss another 2023 Best Picture nominee in BARBIE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:36:47). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Max) and listen along t…
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Poor Things with LaTonya Starks (Marking the Human Brain)
2:11:09
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Brendan and Zach are joined by LaTonya Starks (@lkstarks) to discuss 2023 Best Picture nominee POOR THINGS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:44:37). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu and Disney+) and listen …
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Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Kate’s Crumbling House)
1:56:30
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Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) to recall ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:26:45). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen alo…
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Revolutionary Road with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Leonardo DeSpicable)
2:09:00
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Brendan and Zach are joined for the 15th time by Fan Favourite Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) to discuss REVOLUTIONARY ROAD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:31:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMa…
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The Wolf of Wall Street with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Breaking The 4th Wall Street)
2:16:44
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Brendan and Zach are joined by Fan Favourite Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) to discuss THE WOLF OF WALL STREET. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:36:31). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and list…
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The Big Short with Grace Leeder (The Little Guys)
2:14:56
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Brendan and Zach are joined by Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace on Twitter and @goforgrace on Letterboxd) discuss THE BIG SHORT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:39:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla) and li…
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The Other Guys with Michael J. Clark (Come With Guys)
1:38:19
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Brendan and Zach are joined by another guy Michael J. Clark (@mjcszn and @mjclark320 on Letterboxd) to discuss THE OTHER GUYS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:12:33). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) a…
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Brendan and Zach discuss THE NICE GUYS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:10:11). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick …
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Brendan and Zach discuss CHINATOWN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:06:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix, Hoopla, Kanopy, Paramount+ and Tubi) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to …
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Devil In A Blue Dress (Easy, My Man)
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Brendan and Zach discuss DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS . We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:02:39). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Prime Video) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected …
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American Gangster with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Frankly Criminal)
1:48:04
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Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) joins Brendan and Zach to discuss AMERICAN GANGSTER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:20:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then s…
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The Departed (Shipping Leo) - Season 5 Premiere with Meaghan Thee Librarian
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Meaghan Thee Librarian joins us to dive into the double crossing rats in THE DEPARTED. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:25:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental or your local library) and listen…
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Happy New Year! The Movie Ladder Podcast season 4 is over and we're here to take one last more look at 2023 on the podcast. We review this year's ladder and look ahead to 2024. And check out our Letterboxd stats for the year that was. We'll be back in a few days for The Departed (available for digital rental and at your local library) to kick off s…
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Titanic with Alex Chester and Meaghan Thee Librarian (Coast to Coast Romance with Victor Garber)
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Our season 4 finale is our biggest episode yet. Alex Chester (@achester99 on Twitter and Letterboxd) and Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan on Letterboxd) join Brendan and Zach to discuss TITANIC. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at…
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The Night Before (Pretty, Pretty, Pretty Good Podcast CROSSPOST)
2:01:36
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As a special Jewish Christmas present, we're giving you a bonus crosspost podcast of Zach's January 2023 appearance on Pretty, Pretty, Pretty Good/Pretty Good Friends to talk about the Christmas classic THE NIGHT BEFORE. You can stream THE NIGHT BEFORE on Tubi or for streaming rental and you should watch it. Enjoy the bonus episode and we'll see yo…
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Drafting the 2024 Library Ladder Challenge Categories with Meaghan Thee Librarian
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Ahead of the new year, Meaghan Thee Librarian joined us to draft the 27 categories for the 2024 Library Ladder Challenge. This twice-monthly movie challenge will kick off at the beginning of next year and run through 2024. You can view the categories for 2023 here, and be on the lookout for the 2024 list on Meaghan's Letterboxd profile (@meaghan). …
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Sleepless in Seattle with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Sleepless All The Way)
2:07:40
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Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian to discuss SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:30:46). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on AMC+) and listen along to the discussion. Then sta…
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Brendan and Zach discuss JINGLE ALL THE WAY. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:14:11). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we …
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The Running Man (Running with Kotto)
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Brendan and Zach discuss THE RUNNING MAN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:03:07). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we …
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Midnight Run (Several Planes, Trains and Automobiles)
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Brendan and Zach discuss MIDNIGHT RUN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:11:54). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick f…
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles (There's No Place Like Home)
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Brendan and Zach celebrate Thanksgiving week with Planes, Trains and Automobiles. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:09:27). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then st…
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The Wizard of Oz (Dancing with the Scarecrow)
1:43:30
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Brendan and Zach discuss THE WIZARD OF OZ. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:22:57). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MAX) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick f…
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Brendan and Zach discuss 2022's PEARL. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (55:25). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected…
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The Night of the Hunter (Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing)
1:26:11
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Brendan and Zach celebrate episode 200 and Halloween with THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:01:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla and MGM+) and listen along to the discussion. T…
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There Will Be Blood (New Country...)
1:50:57
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Brendan and Zach discuss THERE WILL BE BLOOD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:25:35). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film…
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Brendan and Zach discuss No Country for Old Men. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:34:34). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear wh…
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Brendan and Zach discuss KILL BILL: Vol 2. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:06:16). So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected …
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Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (“Die like a Samurai”)
1:32:54
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Brendan and Zach discuss Kill Bill: Vol. 1. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:09:50). So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected…
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Rashomon (From a Certain Point of View)
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Brendan and Zach discuss RASHOMON. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at (1:08:47). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Kanopy, Criterion Channel and Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what co…
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