Best TC Mulhern Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 19 - Seven Samurai 1:23:37

34m ago1:23:37

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This week, we oldest/highest movie on the list. Celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, this film is a rare example of age, language, or length of a film not inhibiting its ability to feel modern, fast paced, funny, dramatic, action packed…it has it all. It is easy to see how all films have taken influence from this absolute classic. Seven Samu…

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BONUS EPISODE - Drive 1:04:05

5d ago1:04:05

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This week, we watch a masterpiece of style. This slow-burn thriller bleeds cool from all sides, as each actor delivers a perfect performance and the soundtrack blares synths over LA at night. Drive (2011), directed by Nicholas Winding Refn.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - Love Lies Bleeding 30:13

13d ago30:13

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This week, we watch a thriller that takes place in the 80s with a vagrant body builder and the daughter of a gun runner mob boss. Plus there are mullets and rat tails galore. Love Lies Bleeding (2024), directed by Rose Glass.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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Episode 21 - City of God 44:05

19d ago44:05

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This week, we watch a brutally realistic film that depicts the actual events of a person growing up in a favala in Rio. Violence, drugs, and crime dominate life in the poorest parts of the city, and the movie energetically and relentlessly re-tells the story. City of God (2002), directed by Fernando Meirelles and Katia Lund.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga 54:41

26d ago54:41

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This week, we watch the fifth Mad Max film. George Miller is nearly 80 years old, and has been developing this post-apocalyptic world for 45 years at this point. This film shifts focus from Max to Furiosa, and while the director is in his twilight years, he is not lacking imagination or energy. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024), directed by George Mil…

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REPOST - BONUS EPISODE - All The President's Men 52:53

1M ago52:53

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This week, we revisit an episode that seems more relevant today than back when we released it in 2019. This film about the Watergate investigations has aged finer still over the past 5 years.. All The President’s Men (1976), directed by Alan Pakula.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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Episode 23 - Seven 45:57

1M ago45:57

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This week, we we find out whats in the box. David Fincher’s second film contains one of the most iconic endings in films. John Doe has the upper-hand. Seven (1995), directed by David Fincher.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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REPOST - BONUS EPISODE - The Rock 1:19:06

2M ago1:19:06

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This week, we revisit the episode that was not only the first Bonus Episode, but also contains the birth of Timmy. The Rock (1991), directed by Michael Bay. We will be back with new episodes next week!By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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REPOST - Episode 184 - Mad Max: Fury Road 1:17:52

2M ago1:17:52

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This week, in preparation for Furiosa, we are reposting the Mad Max episode we did back in 2018. We make some eerily accurate predictions to Furiosa’s title and release timeline in the episode, so check it out! Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), directed by George Miller.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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Episode 24 - The Silence of the Lambs 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

This week, we watch the highest rated horror movie on the IMDB top 250. Hannibal Lecter and Buffalo Bill share the screen as two of the best villains in movie history, while Jodie Foster as Clarice Starling plays the role of a lifetime as a determined FBI agent with a storied past. The Silence of the Lambs (1991), directed by Jonathan Demme.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Late Night with the Devil 30:59

2M ago30:59

30:59

This week, we watch a new low budget horror movie that is taking critics by storm. Utilizing a minimal cast and a single set, this film showcases a halloween late night TV special that takes a turn that can be predicted from the movie title. Late Night with the Devil (2023), directed by Cameron and Colin Cairnes.…

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Episode 25 - The Usual Suspects 1:10:31

3M ago1:10:31

1:10:31

This week, we watch a film that has what might be considered the best plot twist in movie history. Kevin Spacey leads an ensemble cast where everyone seems to be trying to chew up the scenery harder than the others. The Usual Suspects (1995), directed by Brian Singer.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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Episode 26 - Life is Beautiful 38:29

3M ago38:29

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This week, we watch a movie that takes a uniquely positive spin on the atrocities of the holocaust. Aiming to and arguably achieving the goal of telling a story of unfazed positive outlook on life, this film is somewhat divisive in its decision to potentially lighten the historical events. Life is Beautiful (1996), directed by Roberto Benigni.…

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Episode 27 - Leon: The Professional 45:06

3M ago45:06

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This week, we watch Natalie Portman's first film, where she plays the daughter of a slaughtered family who is taken in by a professional hitman who lives next door. This film elevates its B-movie potential with iconic performances by all of the leads. Leon: The Professional (1994), directed by Luc Besson.…

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Episode 28 - Once Upon a Time in the West 49:39

3M ago49:39

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This week, we watch Sergio Leones final western film. This film's cinematography and set pieces are among the best we've seen, and its easy to see why so many directors have been influenced by its style. Once Upon a Time in the West (1968).By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE -Point Break 40:31

3M ago40:31

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"Point Break" from 1991, directed by Kathryn Bigelow. Denny won the oscars contest, so Denny could pick any film he wanted for us to watch. He picked this one. There's some great action sequences here, and also some of the most laughably bad acting we've seen in the history of this podcast.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - The Zone Of Interest 38:03

4M ago38:03

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This week, we watch a slow burn historical drama, that could also be classified as an art-house horror movie. Based on much researched real events and people, this film is broken into two - the one you see, and the one you hear. The results are astounding and hard to watch. The Zone Of Interest (2023), directed by Jonathan Glazer.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Killers of the Flower Moon 52:47

4M ago52:47

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This week, we watch the film that makes Scorsese the oldest director to be nominated for best director at the oscars. This epic (read: long) film takes on the story of the murders of members of the Osage nation a century ago, and the birth of the FBI. Killers of the Flower Moon (2023), directed by Martin Scorsese.…

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BONUS EPISODE - The 2024 Oscars 1:21:27

4M ago1:21:27

1:21:27

We’ve watched all of the Academy Awards best picture nominated movies from 2023! This week, we have a special episode where we three give our top 10 lists of these mostly great films, and also attempt to predict the winners of the other Oscar categories (which we now know).By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - Dune: Part 2 1:22:09

4M ago1:22:09

1:22:09

This week, we watch the film that has just released and is currently sitting at the #10 best movie of all time. See it on the biggest screen and loudest speakers you can find. Dune: Part 2 (2024), directed by Denis Villeneuve.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - Anatomy Of A Fall 55:09

5M ago55:09

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This week, we watch a multi-oscar nominated drama about a deadly fall and the trial that ensues. This film stands out as one of the most starkly realistic dramas we have had the pleasure of watching on our mission, and we’d recommend it to anyone who enjoys an unrelentingly heavy story. Anatomy of a Fall (2023), directed by Justine Triet.…

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BONUS EPISODE - American Fiction 34:13

5M ago34:13

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This week, we watch a rare comedy that is also scooping up award nominations. Writer / Director / Producer Cord Jefferson nails directorial debut, which balances heavy themes with laugh out loud moments, while leaving the viewer with lots to think about once the credits roll. American Fiction (2023), directed by Cord Jefferson.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Poor Things 1:07:23

5M ago1:07:23

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This week, we watch a film that is heaven for film geeks. Images pour off the screen like melting candy for the brain. The score is a soundtrack to a dizzying dream. The humor is at once bizarre and dark, yet accessible and upbeat. The actors utilize an amazing script to make something profound and hilarious. It is life affirming, blazingly satiric…

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BONUS EPISODE - Godzilla Minus One 24:05

5M ago24:05

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This week, we watch the newest Japanese Godzilla film that is breaking box office records on top of being nominated for an Oscar for Visual Effects.. See this film on the biggest screen and the loudest speaker system you can. Godzilla Minus One (2023), directed by Takashi Yamazaki.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - The Boy and The Heron 1:14:29

7M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

This week, we watch the newest and likely final Hayao Miyazaki movie. This film was in production for seven years due to a combination of COVID and Miyazaki’s slower working pace due to age. It was well worth the effort in our opinions, as he has possibly created the most beautiful movie in his legendary filmography. The Boy and The Heron (2023), d…

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Episode 29 - Spirited Away 1:03:36

7M ago1:03:36

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This week, we watch the highest rated Studio Ghibli movie on the top 250. This film broke records as well as opened the Western world to Japanese animation in a large way. This film hasn’t aged a day, with incredible animation and timeless fantasy storytelling. The amount of creativity that pours our of each frame has to be seen to be believed. Spi…

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BONUS EPISODE - Nightcrawler 1:09:54

7M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

This week, we’re diving into a series of bonus episodes, where we go through movies that Denny, John and TC think deserve to be on the top 250. We kick it off with a thiller / character study that possibly contains Jake Gyllenhaal’s best work. Add in commentary about the media industry, sociopathy, race, the police, capitalism, LA nightlight, etc.,…

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Episode 30 - Saving Private Ryan 1:18:12

8M ago1:18:12

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This week, we watch what many consider to be the best war movie ever made. While the opening Omaha Beach scene might stick out as a highlight, this rest of this film also contains some of the most intense and upsetting portrayals of combat ever committed to film. Saving Private Ryan (1998), directed by Steven Spielberg.…

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REPOST - Tokyo Story 47:25

8M ago47:25

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This week, we’re reposting an episode on a film that has come up a lot since we watched it over five years ago, including during our last episode on Past Lives. If a film has stayed in the conversation as long as this one has, it is worth a second look to those who might have missed it.. Tokyo Story (1953), directed by Yasujiro Ozu.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Past Lives 28:51

8M ago28:51

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This week, we watch an A24 movie that has been getting very good reviews by Critics, to no ones surprise. This quiet and slow movie depicts a past relationship that never was. You can tell by the episode run time that we didn’t have much to say about it. Past Lives (2023), directed by Celine Song.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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Episode 31 - American History X 38:35

8M ago38:35

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This week, we watch a film that tackles the subject of nazis in the US. Edward Norton’s Academy Award nominated performance leaves us with mixed opinions, as well as the undercooked characters of everyone around him. Still, this film has a few very important points to get across (which feel frighteningly more relevant today than at the films releas…

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BONUS EPISODE - Hereditary 58:08

8M ago58:08

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This week, we watch what many consider one of the scariest movies of all time. Ari Aster’s first film was the highest grossing A24 movie at the time, only overtaken by last years Everything Everywhere All At Once. This film contains some of the best acting ever in a horror movie, and the scares will give you nightmares for years. Hereditary (2018),…

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BONUS EPISODE - The Lighthouse 1:06:07

9M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

This week, we watch the second film from the director of The Witch. This movie drips style and stinks of old seaweed. Dafoe and Pattinson give career best performances, as do a few seagulls. The Lighthouse (2019), directed by Robert Eggers.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - The Exorcist 1:03:59

9M ago1:03:59

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This week, we want the most infamous and possibly influential horror movie of all time. 50 years later and this film still provides shocking imagery and performances that have yet to be equaled. Centering itself as a character drama, the seemingly lengthy two and a half hours creep by in the best way. The Exorcist (1973), directed by Willam Friedki…

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Episode 32 - Casablanca 1:08:17

10M ago1:08:17

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This week, we are watching a classic from over 80 years ago. This may be the most modern feeling pre-1960’s film we have watch so far in our hundreds of episodes. While it might be a staple in film school classes, it doesn’t need any explanation from a stuffy teacher to see how well made and entertaining this classic remains. Casablanca (1942), dir…

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Episode 33 - Interstellar Part 2 34:52

10M ago34:52

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Part 2 This week, we watch love in space. This time hopping journey through the great unknown is filled with hard sci-fi science and amazing special effects. It is also filled with expository dialogue and some less than stellar ideas about how love travels through space and time. Interstellar (2014), directed by Christopher Nolan.…

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Episode 33 - Interstellar Part 1 40:37

10M ago40:37

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This week, we watch love in space. This time hopping journey through the great unknown is filled with hard sci-fi science and amazing special effects. It is also filled with expository dialogue and some less than stellar ideas about how love travels through space and time. Interstellar (2014), directed by Christopher Nolan.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Talk To Me 45:05

10M ago45:05

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This week, we start October early. This Australian horror film take approximately 2 minutes to hook you into the story with an amazing introduction sequence, and the rest of the movie follows up with plenty of scares and amazing practical effects. Talk to Me (2022), directed by Danny and Michael Philippou.…

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Episode 34 - Psycho Part 2 33:44

11M ago33:44

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Part 2 This week, we watch the highest rated Hitchcock film, and what is considered widely to be the film that modernized horror. Come for the shower stabbing, stay for the controversial use of a toilet, a woman in a bra, and the utterance of the word “transvestite”. Psycho (1960), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.…

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Episode 34 - Psycho 1:08:13

11M ago1:08:13

1:08:13

This week, we watch the highest rated Hitchcock film, and what is considered widely to be the film that modernized horror. Come for the shower stabbing, stay for the controversial use of a toilet, a woman in a bra, and the utterance of the word “transvestite”. Psycho (1960), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Barbie 40:51

11M ago40:51

40:51

This week, we Barbie’d the Heimer. The most unexpected one-two box office knockout’s better (pink) half is breaking records left and right. Top Hollywood creative talent somehow managed to take corporate greed and product recognition to bring older and younger generators together with huge laughs throughout. Barbie (2023), directed by Greta Gerwig.…

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BONUS EPISODE - Oppenheimer 1:08:03

11M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

This week, we watch the film that is taking the box office by storm (with the help of a specific other pink-ish film). Christopher Nolan takes on the massive story of Oppenheimer and the people around him during the Manhattan Project and the race to develop a bomb that could end us all. Oppenheimer (2023), directed by Christopher Nolan.…

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Episode 35 - City Lights 42:36

11M ago42:36

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This week, we watch the highest rated silent movie of all time. At the height of his power and the end of the silent film era, Charlie Chaplin used an exorbitant amount of his own money to create what many consider to be his masterpiece. City Lights (1931), directed by Charles Chaplin.By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom 57:34

12M ago57:34

57:34

This week, we watch Harrison Ford’s second outing as the rugged archeologist with the hat and the whip. This film was highest grossing movie of the year it came out, broke opening weekend records, and was the catalyst for the PG-13 rating (alongside Gremlins). We discuss how it compares to the other films in the franchise. Indiana Jones and the Tem…

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Episode 36 - Part 2 - Raiders of the Lost Ark 48:57

12M ago48:57

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Part 2! This week, we watch Harrison Ford put on a hat and whip some bad guys. The film that introduces the Indiana Jones character remains the series best, even as it is now 5 movies strong. The supporting cast (Karen Allen, John Rhys-Davies, Paul Freeman) all nearly match Ford’s iconic roll, and the practical action set-pieces remain some of the …

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Episode 36 - Raiders of the Lost Ark 44:41

1y ago44:41

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This week, we watch Harrison Ford put on a hat and whip some bad guys. The film that introduces the Indiana Jones character remains the series best, even as it is now 5 movies strong. The supporting cast (Karen Allen, John Rhys-Davies, Paul Freeman) all nearly match Ford’s iconic roll, and the practical action set-pieces remain some of the best the…

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BONUS EPISODE - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse 57:19

1y ago57:19

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Bonus Episode! This week, we watch the highest rated move we’ve watched so far. Currently sitting at the #13th best movie of all time, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a film that has already solidified itself into movie history as one of the most successful sequels of all time. Even more impressivly, it's the highest climbing film on the Top…

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Repost - BONUS EPISODE - Spiderman: Into The Spider-Verse 54:29

1y ago54:29

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Bonus Episode Time! To welcome the film onto Netflix and to attempt to give it all the praise it deserves, we watch Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse. This movie blows away all recent animated and superhero films alike. It drips originality and brims with jokes, action, and lovable characters. The creators and animators swing for the fences and succ…

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BONUS EPISODE - Three Colours: Red 55:15

1y ago55:15

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This week, we watch the final installment of Krzysztof Kieślowsk's three colors trilogy. Weather we understand it or not or are moved by the connections across the three films, the film is a masterpiece of design. 'Three Colors: Red' (1994).By Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

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BONUS EPISODE - Three Colours: White 36:44

1y ago36:44

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This week, in our art-house drama journey, we delve into 'Three Colors: White' (1994). We spotlight the film's intriguing plot, Julie Delpy's performance, and Kieślowski's celebrated storytelling. Does this second installment of the trilogy resonate differently with our hosts? Explore 'Three Colors: White', another installment of the trilogy direct…

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