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Scene by Scene is not a traditional movie review podcast. It’s a film discussion podcast with two independent filmmakers fascinated by the filmmaking process. Every other week, Joe and Justin break down the elements of one movie to better understand how films are made, what makes a “good” one, and what makes a “bad” one. After examining the film's story and themes, visual technique, and historical, cultural, or personal significance, they discuss what they've learned.
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Claire's Knee (1970) | Dir. Eric Rohmer
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In this episode, we discuss Eric Rohmer's Claire's Knee, including how Jerôme’s actions contradict his words, the characters’ lack of maturity, and how the blocking communicates character relationships. See where Claire's Knee is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's Six Moral Tales Blu-ray Video Essay: How the Frenc…
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American Movie (1999) | Dir. Chris Smith
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In this episode, we discuss Chris Smith's American Movie, including Mark’s performative side, Mark and Mike’s friendship, and the ways we see ourselves in Mark. See where American Movie is available to watch. Supplemental Material: American Movie Blu-ray Coven (Dir. Mark Borchardt) I Blow Up (Dir. Mark Borchardt) Mike Schank's Music Filmmaker Mark …
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Giuseppe Makes a Movie (2014) | Dir. Adam Rifkin
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In this episode, we discuss Adam Rifkin's Giuseppe Makes a Movie, including Giuseppe’s filmmaking process, how it inspires us, and the importance of documenting a community that no longer exists. See where Giuseppe Makes a Movie is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Giuseppe Makes a Movie Official Website Cinelicious Pics' Giuseppe Makes a …
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Three Colors: Red (1994) | Dir. Krzysztof Kieślowski
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In this episode, we discuss Krzysztof Kieślowski's Three Colors: Red, including its connections to Blue and White, the film's telephone motif, and the way Kieślowski’s camera conveys connection and disconnection. See where Three Colors: Red is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's Three Colors Blu-ray Curzon's Three …
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Three Colors: White (1994) | Dir. Krzysztof Kieślowski
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In this episode, we discuss Krzysztof Kieślowski's Three Colors: White, including the strong opening sequence, its connections to Three Colors: Blue, and whether the film effectively handles the theme of equality. See where Three Colors: White is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's Three Colors Blu-ray Curzon's Thr…
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Three Colors: Blue (1993) | Dir. Krzysztof Kieślowski
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In this episode, we discuss Krzysztof Kieślowski's Three Colors: Blue, including possible interpretations of the film’s abstract moments, the depiction of loss and grief, and Juliette Binoche's internal performance. See where Three Colors: Blue is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's Three Colors Blu-ray Curzon's Th…
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We’re sorry for the delay on this episode, but we hope you enjoy the looser discussion. We’ll be back on March 1st, discussing Krzysztof Kieślowski’s Three Colors: Blue. In this episode, we discuss our favorite films featured on the podcast. We also discuss the best and worst films we watched in 2023, lessons learned, and our 2024 film resolutions.…
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Christmas, Again (2014) | Dir. Charles Poekel
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In this episode, we discuss Charles Poekel's Christmas, Again, including Poekel's extensive research, Kentucker Audley's naturalistic performance, and the film's lack of traditional exposition. See where Christmas, Again is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Factory 25's Christmas, Again Blu-ray Christmas, Again Kickstarter Christmas, Again…
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This episode features discussion of suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. https://988lifeline.org/ In this episode, we discuss Edson Oda's Nine Days, including multiple inter…
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After Life (1998) | Dir. Hirokazu Kore-eda
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In this episode, we discuss Hirokazu Kore-eda's After Life, including the film's documentary aesthetic, how Kore-eda communicates information visually, and the way exposition is made engaging. See where After Life is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's After Life Blu-ray BFI's After Life Blu-ray After Life: In Memo…
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The Descent (2005) | Dir. Neil Marshall
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In this episode, we discuss Neil Marshall's The Descent, including the film’s lighting, the mistakes made in the first act, and whether the creatures help or harm the film. See where The Descent is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Descent Blu-ray Additional Audio Sources: The Descent Trailer "The Descent: Beneath the Scenes" on The De…
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Prince of Darkness (1987) | Dir. John Carpenter
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In this episode, we discuss John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness, including the screenplay's missteps, the effective use of insects, and Carpenter's visual techniques. See where Prince of Darkness is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Scream Factory's Prince of Darkness Blu-ray John Carpenter on Managing to "Survive" Hollywood (Variety Inter…
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It Comes at Night (2017) | Dir. Trey Edward Shults
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In this episode, we discuss Trey Edward Shults' It Comes at Night, including the film's marketing, our interpretations of "it", and the film's use of traditional horror conventions and iconography. See where It Comes at Night is available to watch. Supplemental Material: It Comes at Night Blu-ray Anatomy of a Scene: Trey Edward Shults Narrates a Sc…
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Possession (1981) | Dir. Andrzej Żuławski
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In this episode, we discuss Andrzej Żuławski’s Possession, including our interpretations of the film's creature and doppelgängers, the expressive actor blocking, and the abrasive (yet successful) performances. See where Possession is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Mondo Vision's Possession Blu-ray Additional Audio Sources: Possession Of…
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Synecdoche, New York (2008) | Dir. Charlie Kaufman
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In this episode, we discuss Charlie Kaufman’s Synecdoche, New York, including the lack of subtlety, the execution of numerous themes and ideas, and whether the film encapsulates the human experience. See where Synecdoche, New York is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Synecdoche, New York Blu-ray Charlie Kaufman | BAFTA Screenwriters’ Lectu…
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Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) | Dir. Werner Herzog
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In this episode, we discuss Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God, including Herzog's process, the unconventional storytelling, and the masterful approach to perspective. See where Aguirre, the Wrath of God is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Shout! Factory's Aguirre, the Wrath of God Blu-ray Werner Herzog's MasterClass Werner Herzog:…
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No Bears (2022) | Dir. Jafar Panahi
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In this episode, we discuss Jafar Panahi's No Bears, including the self-reflective themes, Panahi's focus on women in Iranian society, and how Panahi captures the documentary aesthetic. See where No Bears is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Jafar Panahi's Miami Film Festival Precious Gem Award Acceptance Speech Ramin Bahrani on No Bears J…
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Bless Their Little Hearts (1984) | Dir. Billy Woodberry
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In this episode, we discuss Billy Woodberry's Bless Their Little Hearts, including the film's expertly crafted opening, the theme of masculinity, and the film's place within the L.A. Rebellion film movement. See where Bless Their Little Hearts is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Milestone Films' Bless Their Little Hearts DVD UCLA Library …
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Miami Connection (1987) | Dir. Richard Park & Y.K. Kim
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In this episode, we discuss Richard Park & Y.K. Kim's Miami Connection, including Kim’s aspirations for the film, the unsuccessful execution of fight scenes, and why every character is an orphan. See where Miami Connection is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Vinegar Syndrome's Miami Connection 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray Vice Outsider | TaeKwon…
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Hard Ticket to Hawaii (1987) | Dir. Andy Sidaris
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In this episode, we discuss Andy Sidaris' Hard Ticket to Hawaii, including the nonsensical narrative and character decisions, the lazy action filmmaking, and Sidaris’ filmmaker trademarks. See where Hard Ticket to Hawaii is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Andy Sidaris Official Website Mill Creek's Hard Ticket to Hawaii Blu-ray Naked Trut…
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In this episode, we introduce our June film series, Trash Cinema Month, including the definition of “Trash Cinema”, what makes a “Trash Film”, and the value of watching and discussing “Trash Cinema”. Join us for our first Trash Cinema Month selection, Hard Ticket to Hawaii. Supplemental Material: Trash Cinema: The Lure of the Low (Shortcuts Series)…
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Aftersun (2022) | Dir. Charlotte Wells
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In this episode, we discuss Charlotte Wells' Aftersun, including the numerous ideas and themes presented, the brave filmmaking choices, and our differing interpretations of the film's final moments. See where Aftersun is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Charlotte Wells' Short Films Aftersun Screenplay Charlotte Wells Interview with Film a…
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Shiva Baby (2020) | Dir. Emma Seligman
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In this episode, we discuss Emma Seligman's Shiva Baby, including how the feature compares to the short, the tightrope walk between comedy and anxiety, and how the film grammar places the audience into Danielle’s perspective. See where Shiva Baby is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Utopia's Shiva Baby Blu-ray Making It: Women in Film | Ex…
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The Handmaiden (2016) | Dir. Park Chan-wook
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In this episode, we discuss Park Chan-wook’s The Handmaiden, including the screenplay's masterful use of setup and payoff, the film's relationship to the rest of Park's filmography, and Park's filmmaking process. See where The Handmaiden is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Curzon's The Handmaiden Blu-ray The Handmaiden: Why Costume Design…
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Rebels of the Neon God (1992) | Dir. Tsai Ming-liang
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In this episode, we discuss Tsai Ming-liang’s Rebels of the Neon God, including its similarities to Edward Yang's The Terrorizers, Hsiao-Kang's multi-layered motivations, and Tsai's skill at introducing/establishing characters. See where Rebels of the Neon God is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Big World Pictures' Rebels of the Neon God …
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The Terrorizers (1986) | Dir. Edward Yang
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After debate over the title, we discuss Edward Yang’s The Terrorizers, including the unconventional filmmaking, the possible interpretations of the ending, and who is/are the terrorizer/s. See where The Terrorizers is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Edward Yang (Contemporary Film Directors) (Book) It's All Over: Edward Yang’s The Terrori…
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Mulholland Drive (2001) | Dir. David Lynch
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In this episode, we discuss David Lynch’s Mulholland Drive, including the film's journey from television pilot to the silver screen, the many possible interpretations, and what it means to be Lynchian. See where Mulholland Drive is available to watch in the US | UK. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's Mulholland Dr. (Blu-ray) Lynch on…
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Metropolis (1927) | Dir. Fritz Lang
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In our debut episode, we discuss Fritz Lang’s Metropolis, including the restoration that produced this most complete version to date, the culture that Metropolis influenced, and Metropolis’ status as a masterpiece. See where Metropolis is available to watch in the US | UK. Supplemental Material: Kino Lorber's The Complete Metropolis (Blu-ray) Eurek…
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In this episode, we introduce ourselves, explain the show’s format, and discuss what we hope to accomplish with Scene by Scene. If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast and rate/review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can emai…
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