Best Kurosawa Podcasts (2024)

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079. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: To The Ends of the Earth 57:05

5d ago57:05

57:05

In this final Kiyoshi Kurosawa episode, Wilson brings to the table one of the latest films from the Japanese auteur; the Uzbekistan set To the Ends of the Earth. Ben draws parallels between this film and the work of Kelly Reichardt, and gives us an education on the importance of Atsuko Maeda and idol group AKB48. Eli zeroes in on Kurosawa’s comment…

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Cure (1997) | Dir. Kiyoshi Kurosawa 2:20:37

7d ago2:20:37

2:20:37

In this episode, we discuss Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Cure, including how the film differs from traditional mysteries, how Kurosawa depicts violence, and how the filmmaking hypnotizes. See where Cure is available to watch. Supplemental Material: • The Criterion Collection's Cure Blu-ray • Eureka! Masters of Cinema's Cure Blu-ray • Cure on The Criterion Ch…

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Ep# 87 - Akira Kurosawa in the 60s 1:33:57

13d ago1:33:57

1:33:57

For the first half of the 1960s, Akira Kurosawa was arguably at the peak of his career, making masterpiece after masterpiece at a rate that was sure to surpass the heights of his ‘50s glories. But then, after making the most beloved film of his career, he hit a wall. There would be several more great films to come, but for a while there it seemed l…

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The Milky Way - 1969 - Episode 36 1:39:53

3h ago1:39:53

1:39:53

It took awhile but we're finally back to some Bunuel. Arminio and Amanda are here to discuss this esoteric and very Bunuel Bunuel film. The Milky Way is deep Catholic lore and presented in a way that never bothers to explain itself and that's part of what makes it so special. Amanda - Wmassliberty on socials Arminio - QuasarSniffer on socials Joel …

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All Screwed Up - 1974 - Episode 35 1:26:39

5d ago1:26:39

1:26:39

Bandamlak joins Joel and Spencer to talk about the overlooked Lina Wertmuller film, ALL SCREWED UP! Bandamlak https://x.com/BandamlakYimenu Spencer https://linktr.ee/vadahuff James Fell - Theme Music Joel Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Andrew Bargeron - Logo - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco…

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Terminators 1-3 58:40

6d ago58:40

58:40

Bob jumps straight into the topic this episode with SPOILERS from the very start. This episode we assume that you have at least a familiarity with the basic plot of the Terminator films even if, like Mark, you've never seen them. We discuss the first three films and ignore the latter three (which neither Bob nor Mark has seen). Enjoy! 00:10 Intro 0…

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Cemetery of Splendor - 2015 - Episode 34 1:29:43

20d ago1:29:43

1:29:43

Kessler returns for Apichatpong Weerasethakul's Cemetery of Splendour! We talk about slow cinema, love, war, ghosts, and more! Kessler - https://x.com/MovieKessler Spencer's Linktree - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Joel's Letterboxd - https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Music - James Fell…

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078. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: Tokyo Sonata 59:21

20d ago59:21

59:21

In this episode, we’re laughing and crying to the sweet melodies of Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s 2008 film Tokyo Sonata, and its social commentary on the Japanese nuclear family in the midst of a financial crisis. We explore the film’s construction of a patriarchal nuclear family, discuss Kyoko Koizumi’s unique role as the mother of the family (taking care o…

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2024 Midpoint 49:26

25d ago49:26

49:26

We return triumphantly with...a filler episode! Okay, they can't all be about timeless classics. This episode we look back at what we've seen so far and what is on the horizon. Mostly it's not great, but there were a few gems and several films which augur well. Minimal spoilers too! Enjoy! 00:17 Intro (and the brief return of the clicky pen!) 04:32…

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The Cloud-Capped Star (1960) | Dir. Ritwik Ghatak 2:41:00

1M ago2:41:00

2:41:00

Announcement: Scene by Scene is transitioning to one episode per month. This new release schedule is temporary. More information in the episode. In this episode, we discuss Ritwik Ghatak’s The Cloud-Capped Star, including the Indian Partition’s influence on Ghatak, Ghatak’s unbalanced compositions, and how Neeta “looking” communicates character inf…

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The Great Silence - 1968 - Episode 33 1:39:23

1M ago1:39:23

1:39:23

Heather Drain and Jessica are back with the boyz as they discuss the classic depressing spaghetti western, THE GREAT SILENCE! Heather Drain - https://linktr.ee/mondoheather Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme Music - James Fell Joel's Letterboxd - JDTmovies…

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077. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: Pulse 56:57

1M ago56:57

56:57

Unlock the forbidden recording room with Wilson, Ben and Eli as the trio unpack Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s 2001 ghost film Pulse. Eli explains his love for his deep cut pick of a film that breaks its own rules and complicates its horror elements. Wilson zeroes in on his love for Kurosawa’s use of space and production design to bring on a feeling of despair…

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Arrebato - 1979 - Episode 32 1:19:33

2M ago1:19:33

1:19:33

Cribbs from the Pink Smoke (https://x.com/TheLastMachine) is back. We're talking about the 1979 dreamy nightmare, ARREBATO (or RAPTURE in English). This movie is much easier than see now than ever before so go seek it out. Joel - JDTmovies on Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme - Ja…

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076. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: License to Live 57:53

2M ago57:53

57:53

In the first of our deep cut picks for our Kiyoshi Kurosawa series, Ben introduces the others to Kurosawa’s License to Live (1998) because he really needed to talk to somebody after a stunning ending. Eli digs into the film’s comedic sensibilities, finding similarities with fellow Japanese director Takeshi Kitano, while Wilson finds himself “so sad…

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That Day, on the Beach (1983) | Dir. Edward Yang 2:49:03

2M ago2:49:03

2:49:03

In this episode, we discuss Edward Yang’s That Day, on the Beach, including the theme of tradition vs modernity, the film’s structure, and the techniques used to transition into flashbacks. Supplemental Material: Nova Media's That Day, on the Beach Blu-ray That Day, on the Beach (Internet Archive) That Day, on the Beach (rarefilmm) Edward Yang (Con…

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Precode Special - Babyface (1933) and Red-Headed Woman (1932) 2:01:33

2M ago2:01:33

2:01:33

We're back with more Precode Madness, we discuss some determined dames, Barbara Stanwyck and Jean Harlow! Red-Headed Woman and Babyface are essentially the same story and both are pretty darn entertaining. Joel's Letterbox - JDTmovies Spencer's Links - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme music - Jame…

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075. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: Cure 1:15:14

2M ago1:15:14

1:15:14

In this episode, the Deep Cut trio delve into the captivating world of Kiyoshi Kurosawa with his breakout hit, Cure (1997). Tune in to the beginning of a mega series on Kurosawa: director for hire and the master of nightmares. Ben and Wilson find themselves at odds as Ben's annoyance with the film's villain fails to dampen Wilson's thirst for him. …

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Denzel Washington 56:32

2M ago56:32

56:32

00:00 Intro 04:54 Starting the topic 06:55 What's the key understanding? 12:10 A role departure for Denzel Washington 15:57 Mark's choice for a unique Washington role 22:20 Another, similar, actor 23:52 It's not necessarily bad... 26:10 Glory 29:02 Comparing to Tom Cruise 31:51 Man on Fire vs The Equalizer 36:02 (It was from Sicario. -Ed.) 36:29 No…

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Shadows (1959) | Dir. John Cassavetes 2:24:25

2M ago2:24:25

2:24:25

In this episode, we discuss John Cassavetes' Shadows including how the film grew from Cassavetes’ personal experiences, Cassavetes’ use of improvisation, and techniques used to communicate information about characters and their relationship with one another. See where Shadows is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's …

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Desperate Living - 1977 - Episode 31 2:14:13

3M ago2:14:13

2:14:13

It took awhile but we're here. Finally, we tackle some John Waters Cinema. This time it is Desperate Living! Heather Drain (@mondoheather on socials) and Brad (from the Movies From Hell podcast https://x.com/26mfhpod) joined Spencer on this wonderful endeavor. Heather Drain - https://linktr.ee/mondoheather Spencer's Linktree - https://linktr.ee/vad…

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074. Luca Guadagnino: Challengers 1:25:50

3M ago1:25:50

1:25:50

Game. Set. Match. The boys tackle the hottest movie of the season and kick off a Luca Guadagnino series with our review of his latest film CHALLENGERS. This episode (recorded pre BRAT) sees Eli comparing Guadagnino to the iconic Charli XCX, Wilson explaining how all roads that lead to Challengers also lead to his own life, and Ben saying he wants t…

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Polite Society - 2023 - Episode 30 2:16:07

3M ago2:16:07

2:16:07

The Grumpire Crew (https://twitter.com/grumpireonline) is back to discuss Nida Manzoor's debut feature, Polite Society! https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Elbee - https://twitter.com/_smellbee Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Opening theme - James FellBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) | Dir. Stephen Chiodo 2:53:17

3M ago2:53:17

2:53:17

Trash Cinema Month is Back! In this episode, we discuss Stephen Chiodo's Killer Klowns from Outer Space, including the killing of dogs in movies, how it compares to 1950s creature features, and the lack of understandable klown motivation. See where Killer Klowns from Outer Space is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Killer Klowns from Outer…

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Ep# 86 - Cinema60's Top Ten Films of 1962 1:44:27

3M ago1:44:27

1:44:27

Bart and Jenna want to tell you what their favorites films from 1962 are, but the catch is that the films can only be selected from films covered on Cinema60 so far! But first, they’re going to talk about six films from 1961 that they’ve chosen to watch in hopes that they can snazz up their Top Tens with some bonus bangers. (Aka, basically it’s jus…

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Pepi, Luci, Bom - 1980 - Episode 29 2:37:09

3M ago2:37:09

2:37:09

Brad (https://twitter.com/MFHPOD) is back and we are talking about the first, sorta, Almodovar film - PEPI, LUCI, BOM, AND OTHER GIRLS LIKE MOM! Spencer's writings and podcast - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Andrew Bargeron - Logo - https://linktr.ee/gimetzcoBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Nightmare Sisters (1988) | Dir. David DeCoteau 2:12:50

3M ago2:12:50

2:12:50

Trash Cinema Month is Back! In this episode, we discuss David DeCoteau's Nightmare Sisters, including the lack of horror elements, how the film’s short schedule affected the film grammar, and how we found inspiration through the film. See where Nightmare Sisters is available to watch. Supplemental Material: Vinegar Syndrome's Nightmare Sisters Blu-…

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Jane Austen Adaptations 1:01:18

4M ago1:01:18

1:01:18

Back this episode to talk about Jane Austen adaptations. There are many, but we only have time to watch and discuss a handful. At first Bob and Mark seem to be on the same page, but by the end...well, you'll hear. As ever, SPOILERS, but really, these stories are 200 years old. If you don't know them already, that's on you. 00:00 Introduction 2:28 A…

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Stray Cat Rock, Double Feature 1:36:57

4M ago1:36:57

1:36:57

Justin Harrison (https://authory.com/JustinHarrison)and John Arminio (https://twitter.com/QuasarSniffer) return to the show for a Stray Cat Rock/Meiko Kaji double feature. Spencer's blogs and stuff -https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Music - James FellBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Cléo from 5 to 7 (1962) | Dir. Agnès Varda 1:44:03

4M ago1:44:03

1:44:03

In this episode, we discuss Agnès Varda's Cléo from 5 to 7, including how Cléo goes from viewed to viewer, the techniques used to communicate Cléo's change, and how Varda balances fantasy and reality. See where Cléo from 5 to 7 is available to watch. Supplemental Material: The Criterion Collection's The Complete Films of Agnès Varda Blu-ray Cléo fr…

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Ep# 85 - Bulgarian Cinema in the 60s 1:18:24

4M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Following in the tradition of our episodes on Ukraine and Egypt, where we tried to find our way into national cinemas that are virtually inaccessible in the West (not to mention our other single-nation episodes on Poland, Brazil, Hong Kong, West Germany, Japan, Czechoslovakia and Mexico that focus more narrowly on a single movement or genre), we ga…

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To Wong Foo - 1995 - Episode 28 1:40:05

4M ago1:40:05

1:40:05

It was inevitable, it was destiny. We're finally covering the 1995 classic, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar. Erin Gambril (egambril on IG and @ladieswho on Twitter) and Mark O. Estes (@theanticritic on Twitter and markoestes on IG). Joel is here too. Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Red, Blac…

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Claire's Knee (1970) | Dir. Eric Rohmer 2:04:53

4M ago2:04:53

2:04:53

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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Akira Kurosawa Part II 1:11:31

5M ago1:11:31

1:11:31

This time it's the back half of a pair of episodes on Kurosawa. As ever, we're talking about the films with the assumption that you'll have seen them, so beware the fearsome SPOILER. Mark picked the movies for Part I and Bob has picked the films for Part II. We also talk a little about Shane and A Fistful of Dollars. Enjoy!00:10 Intro to Part 207:3…

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How To Marry A Millionaire - 1953 - Episode 27 1:25:36

5M ago1:25:36

1:25:36

The Marilyn crew is back - Beau North (beaunorthwrites on Instagram) and Alexandria Daniels (filmnvinyls ons socials)! Joel is here too. We talk about the lesser but still good Marilyn Monroe 1953 film, HOW TO MARRY A MILLIOAIRE! Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme - James Fell Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailh…

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American Movie (1999) | Dir. Chris Smith 2:24:07

5M ago2:24:07

2:24:07

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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Ep# 84 - William Shakespeare in the 60s 1:35:04

5M ago1:35:04

1:35:04

What-ho, Cinema60 fans! Six seasons we hath returned, recorded, and bearing our newfangled episodes. In this, our triumphant premiere we speaketh, perchance to wax lyrical, about the works of The Bard – on this April 23, his day of birth! Well enow, we'll cease our foolishness. But there were quite a few direct Shakespeare adaptations in the decade…

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The Last Circus (Balada Triste de Trompeta) - 2010 - Episode 26 1:40:15

5M ago1:40:15

1:40:15

Martin Kessler (Twitter or X) returns for another Alex de la Iglesia film, BALADA TRISTE DE TROMPETA aka THE LAST CIRCUS! Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme music - James Fell Featured Music - Ultra Instinct theme by Tsuko G Balada Triste de Trompeta - Raphael Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspo…

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Akira Kurosawa Part I 1:03:53

5M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

First of a pair of episodes about the great Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. Mark is dipping into his ouevre for the first time and Bob is revisiting many of his favorite movies. Featuring SPOILERS throughout, but also the return of the clicky pen! Listen at your own risk.00:10 Episode introduction04:08 Seven Samurai19:50 Wrong, Bob; three left20:…

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Giuseppe Makes a Movie (2014) | Dir. Adam Rifkin 2:05:57

5M ago2:05:57

2:05:57

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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Law of Desire - 1987 - Episode 25 1:36:23

6M ago1:36:23

1:36:23

Conrado Falco stops by again, this time for the Banderas, Poncela, and Maura joint...LAW OF DESIRE! Spencer's Blogs - https://rbgafricanhistory.blogspot.com/ https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Andrew Bargeron - Logo - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Grumpire - https://www.grumpire.com/ Theme Music - James Fell…

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Three Colors: Red (1994) | Dir. Krzysztof Kieślowski 2:07:17

6M ago2:07:17

2:07:17

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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All the Dunes 1:15:10

6M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

This is as close as we get to jumping on the bandwagon of popular, recent films. We talk most about the Villeneuve Dune movies, but we also touch on the other iterations. No spoiler warnings in the episode, because the whole podcast is composed of SPOILERS!00:10 Intro - What's going to be covered and not04:50 There is no such thing as "spoiling" a …

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Opening Night - 1977 - Episode 24 1:32:56

6M ago1:32:56

1:32:56

It's Time! It's Gena Rowlands Time! Lexi (https://twitter.com/stunninggun) and Mike White (https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/). The song Joel referenced was a Le Tigre song. Theme Music - James Fell Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Red, Black, and Green…

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Three Colors: White (1994) | Dir. Krzysztof Kieślowski 1:21:16

6M ago1:21:16

1:21:16

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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073. 2023 Film and TV in Review 1:37:46

6M ago1:37:46

1:37:46

The Oscars may tell us Hollywood’s popular picks, but what about the… Deep Cut picks? Deep Cut’s 2023 in Review is ready to give the last word on yesteryear’s best in motion pictures. Tune in for debates on the year’s biggest hits and hot takes on the year’s shabbiest flops. It all culminates in Wilson, Ben, and Eli’s top three favorites of the yea…

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Coen Bros. Part II 1:10:00

7M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Bob finally stopped being lazy and got this edited. Wrapping up our discussion of the Coens and their films along with theme Mark thinks he's sussed out of their movies. As ever, SPOILERS!02:00 Why are we doing two episodes on the Coens?04:15 Blood Simple10:15 Spoilers begin in earnest16:49 Subscribers only (unfortunately): https://www.criterioncha…

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