Best Illumination Cinema Podcasts (2024)

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Deadpool & Wolverine 1:05:06

8d ago1:05:06

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(Originally uploaded: July 28th, 2024) Deadpool & Wolverine Tyler is joined by special guests Lolo Loren and Patrick Poe to discuss an equally big crossover: Deadpool & Wolverine!

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Episode 247: Understanding the Allure of Bad Content, plus My Penguin Friend 44:24

2h ago44:24

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Sometimes, racy and non-family-friendly content lurks in entertainment that might look like kids’ programming. The Plugged In team discusses two streaming animated shows—Exploding Kittens and Sausage Party: Foodtopia and what you need to know to protect your family, especially teens. Adam Holz then speaks with Bob Hoose about the new movie My Pengu…

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Lessons in Chemistry: DP Zachary Galler’s visual formula 1:03:14

3h ago1:03:14

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The Apple TV+ show, Lessons in Chemistry, is a period piece set in the 1950s. Elizabeth Zott (Brie Larson) is a brilliant chemist whose career is derailed by sexism. Denied her scientific aspirations, she finds an unexpected platform hosting a cooking show, using it to empower women and challenge societal norms.Zachary Galler, one of the Emmy-nomin…

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Donald in Mathmagic Land & Other Wonderland Educational Shorts - With Phantomwise & Mark Brown 1:11:53

3h ago1:11:53

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Today we're talking about three Alice in Wonderland related educational animated shorts: Alice in Wonderland: A Lesson in Appreciating Differences, Writing Magic with Figment & Alice in Wonderland, and Donald in Mathmagic Land. Follow Jenna Online! Tumblr: ⁠⁠https://still-she-haunts-me-phantomwise.tumblr.com⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/Pha…

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D23 2024 Discussion: GeekWave 30:21

11h ago30:21

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What if Disney made an original concept? could you imagine such a world? I know they can't. Business Inquiry: ironhawk56@gmail.com find me here: https://linktr.ee/TsunamiStudios

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Season Seven, Episode Seventeen: "The One with the Cheap Wedding Dress"/"No Pressure" 1:11:11

1d ago1:11:11

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Natalie and David prepare for Chandler and Monica's wedding in "The One with the Cheap Wedding Dress" and drive to Stella and Ted's wedding in "No Pressure." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Isolation of Womanhood: Exploring Female Loneliness in Cinema | McFly’s Movie House #019 57:44

1d ago57:44

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Today's round-up episode will explore female loneliness in cinema. Films that showcase the inner turmoils of the mind aren’t new, but many of them come from a male perspective. Joined by Sophie Holsinger, our aim for today's episode is to highlight the isolation of womanhood by each highlighting five of our favorite films with this theme and discus…

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Season Seven, Episode Sixteen: "The One with the Truth About London"/"The Drunk Train" 1:32:35

3d ago1:32:35

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Natalie and David imagine getting married and getting fat with Joey in "The One with the Truth About London" and with Robin in "The Drunk Train." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Episode 246: Do Old Movies Still Matter? Plus: Spotify Goes Social 41:13

5d ago41:13

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Do old movies hold up in our fast-paced culture? The Plugged In team looks back at three black-and-white movies they've recently reviewed - To Kill a Mockingbird, The Many who Shot Liberty Valance, and Seven Samurai. You might be surprised what messages your family can take away from these older films! Paul Asay then speak with Emily Tsiao about Sp…

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House of the Dragon & Jim Henson: Idea Man cinematographer Vanja Černjul, ASC 1:05:55

6d ago1:05:55

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For cinematographer Vanja Černjul, ASC, finding creative inspiration within House of the Dragon season 2 wasn't difficult. “House of the Dragon includes such a range of settings, from huge battle scenes to remote locations with just a small crew, a camera and tripod,” he says. “What's in front of the camera is so strong that you really have to exer…

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Welcome to I Heart Animation! 2:17

6d ago2:17

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This podcast is now officially titled I Heart Animation! For bonus episodes, extended episodes, and more, sign up for my Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/jonjnorth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For links to my latest episodes & videos, social media, and more, check out my Link Tree! ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jonjnorth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Direct to Dumpster Vol. 8 55:26

9d ago55:26

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(Originally uploaded: July 22nd, 2024) Direct to Dumpster Vol. 8 Chris and Tyler search through some direct to video films to see if they can find any treasure. You can imagine how it goes. The films include: Hercules & Xena: Battle for Mount Olympus, Chuck E. Cheese in the Galaxy 5000, and The Extremely Goofy Movie.…

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Zarrar Kahn's In Flames: Using Horror to Illuminate the Confines of a Patriarchal Society | McFly’s Movie House #018 49:31

8d ago49:31

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Director Zarrar Kahn joins us on McFly's Movie House today to chat about his feature film debut, In Flames, the first Pakistani film to premiere at the 76th Cannes Film Festival as part of the Director’s Fortnight in over 47 years. In Flames is a supernatural horror and social drama that uses the genre as a tool to explore the traumas of living in …

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Big Changes Are Coming! 6:36

11d ago6:36

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I Heart Movies is ending, but don't worry! I Heart Animation is staying right here, and we'll continue to upload new episodes every month! If you want to keep up with new episodes on live action movies, subscribe to my YouTube Channel, or my other two podcasts, Every Version Ever, & The Disney Movie Marathon! The JonCast on YouTube: www.youtube.com…

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Episode 245: Screens and Anxiety, plus: Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates 1000 Episodes 53:10

12d ago53:10

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Research shows screens contribute powerfully to the anxiety kids experience. The Plugged In team looks at the book, The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, and the impact of screens on the mental health of our children. Adam Holz then talks with Bob Hoose about Adventures in Odyssey and its 1000 episodes! Get your copy of Becoming a Screen-Savvy …

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Echo: Breaking barriers with Kira Kelly, ASC 57:45

13d ago57:45

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Echo continues the journey of Maya Lopez, a skilled fighter who was first seen in the Marvel series, Hawkeye. After the death of her father, Maya escapes Kingpin's gang by returning to her Choctaw Nation home in Oklahoma. It's the first Marvel series to feature a Native American character and explore indigenous culture and history. As Maya Lopez, E…

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SDCC 2024 Discussion: GeekWave 46:09

13d ago46:09

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San Diego Comic Con 2024 came and went and now we get to talk about it. Talk about all the news that dropped at this show and them some. Image comics Movies and TV Apple TV cutbacks DC Studios Trailers and Logos DC Comics!United Artists Returning? The Boys gets a Prequel In a Violent Nature Gets a Sequel Interview with the Vampire Season 3 Strange …

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Three Film Feature #37: Practical Magic, An Inconvenient Truth & The Story of Mankind 41:52

15d ago41:52

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Another week, another Three Films we're going to feature. This time around we got a mix of some random stuff. Practical Magic (1998) An Inconvenient Truth (2006) The Story of Mankind (1957) business inquiry: ironhawk56@gmail.com Find me Here: https://linktr.ee/TsunamiStudios

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The Illusive Nightmare of David Lynch's 'Lost Highway' | McFly’s Movie House #017 1:14:48

15d ago1:14:48

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David Lynch's Lost Highway is a mind-bending and surreal sensory experience that demands in-depth discussion. The first entry in Lynch's Los Angeles Trilogy, Lost Highway, is a dark fever dream that'll only keep you guessing. Seth and Marta (both David Lynch fanatics) will break down Lost Highway for listeners while also discussing Lynch's career u…

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Ranking Every Version Ever of The Grinch! - With Trivial Theater & TYTD Reviews 26:55

15d ago26:55

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Today we've reached the end of Christmas in July on Every Version Ever, and in this episode Dan and Nicki are back one last time to help me rank, Every Version Ever of The Grinch! Follow Nicki online! YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/trivia_chic⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/trivial…

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Episode 244: Plugged In Dives into the Summer Olympics, plus “Deadpool & Wolverine” 49:10

21d ago49:10

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The Summer Olympics are about to start! The Plugged In team reflects on the draw of these games, highlights a few content concerns, and encourages you to look at the Olympics with a different perspective. Adam Holz then talks with Emily Tsiao about the latest anticipated action flick, Deadpool and Wolverine. Get Your Copy of Becoming a Screen-Savvy…

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Illuminating In The Arena: Serena Williams with DP Ayana Baraka 1:04:29

22d ago1:04:29

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In the Arena: Serena Williams is the second season of the ESPN+ documentary series. Through a series of intimate interviews with Williams and others, the show offers an in-depth look at the legendary tennis player's life and career.Cinematographer Ayana Baraka was the director of photography for the entire 8-episode series. She met with the product…

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The Grinch Musical Live! - 2020 NBC Television Film - w/ Trivial Theater & TYTD Reviews 50:52

21d ago50:52

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Well, we saved the worst for last. NBC's live musical adaptation of the Grinch's Broadway musical. It is... Not good. Follow Nicki online! YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/trivia_chic⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Dan online! YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.…

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A Conversation with Director Anthony Shim: Exploring 'Riceboy Sleeps' | McFly’s Movie House #016 53:26

22d ago53:26

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Anthony Shim's second feature film, Riceboy Sleeps, follows a Korean mother, So-young, and her son, Dong-hyun, as they immigrate to Canada for a better life. The film explores personality identity and heritage that speaks to the immigrant experience so well. Emotionally resonant, Riceboy Sleeps has received rave reviews and awards on an internation…

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Illumination's The Grinch - 2018 Benedict Cumberbatch Film - w/ Trivial Theater & TYTD Reviews 38:30

26d ago38:30

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It's our final theatrical Grinch, and the one that made me feel most like a Grinch, the 2018 animated version from Illumination! For a hilarious bonus tangent, cut from this episode, check out my Patreon! This video is free for all members, at all tiers, even free ones!www.patreon.com/posts/british-tv-with-107586573 Follow Nicki online! YouTube: ⁠⁠…

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Episode 243: What Are Dark Patterns? plus: A Conversation with Sing Sing Director Greg Kwedar 43:48

26d ago43:48

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Our world is full of things we should know about, but maybe we don’t. The Plugged In team examines dark patterns online—deceptive practices and tactics that get you to sign up for things you don’t want or spend more money than you intend to. They’ll encourage you to keep your eyes open so you can protect your family. Then Paul Asay talks with Greg …

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Capturing terror in THEM: The Scare with DP Brendan Uegama 1:04:07

30d ago1:04:07

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The second season of the Amazon Prime horror anthology series THEM takes place in 1989 and 1991 Los Angeles. LAPD detective Dawn Reeve is investigating a horrifying murder. As she gets closer to the truth, a dark and menacing force threatens her and her family. THEM: The Scare explores themes of fear, dark family secrets and the supernatural.Cinema…

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The Space Race on Film: GeekWave 43:11

1M ago43:11

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I love Space. I love NASA. And I love movies about those two things. When they come together they can be special and amazing and I always cry. Always. Even with the new film Fly Me to the Moon I got emotional. So, let's talk the best Space Race and Space Exploration films out there. time codes: Shrek Five 2:00 Devil Wears Prada Sequel 3:15 Horizon …

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Diving into the Neon-Soaked Yakuza World of Seijun Suzuki's Tokyo Drifter | McFly’s Movie House #015 59:45

29d ago59:45

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1966's Tokyo Drifter is one of the most well-known films by Japanese New Wave maverick Seijun Suzuki. A wildly creative and avant-garde yakuza classic, Tokyo Drifter takes inspiration from Old Hollywood musicals, Westerns, film noir, and traditional gangster tropes yet never takes itself too seriously, delivering on all these homages with glaring c…

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The Mean One - 2022 Grinch Horror Parody Film - With Trivial Theater & TYTD Reviews 40:02

30d ago40:02

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Of all the ways one could reimagine the Grinch for a new film, I never would have guessed a serial killer. Follow Nicki online!YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/trivia_chic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Dan online!YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TYTD…

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Science Fiction Double Feature (Part 3) 59:03

1M ago59:03

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Roy and Gina continue their mini-series with two more sci-fi classics. The Day the Earth Stood Still and When Worlds Collide.By Illumination Cinema

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Three Film Feature #36: Star Wars! 45:55

1M ago45:55

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In this Special 100th Episode of Movie Tales we take a look at the most important piece of filmmaking ever created. The singular vision of a film nerd trying to make something crazy, the darker sequel that followed, and the fun final film to cap the trilogy. May the force be with us this episode as we look at. Star Wars (1977)The Empire Strikes Bac…

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Season Seven, Episode Fifteen: "The One with Joey's New Brain"/"The Burning Beekeeper" 59:52

1M ago59:52

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Natalie and David flirt with an older guest star with Joey in "The One with Joey's New Brain" and flirt with an older neighbor with Barney in "The Burning Beekeeper." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Episode 242: A Conversation With Arlene Pellicane, plus Luke Combs ‘Fathers and Sons’ 47:48

1M ago47:48

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Raising kids in our world today can feel pretty challenging, especially when it comes to how we navigate the minefields of screens and entertainment. Adam Holz, director for the Plugged In team, speaks with mom and author Arlene Pellicane about her book Screen Kids. The team then looks at Luke Combs’ latest album Father and Sons. Get Your Copy of B…

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Building the world of Fallout: cinematographer Stuart Dryburgh, ASC, NZCS 1:09:14

1M ago1:09:14

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The post-apocalyptic TV show Fallout is based on the 1997 videogame, which was a huge commercial and critical success. Centuries after a nuclear war, Lucy (Ella Purnell) must venture out of her sheltered underground Vault dwelling into the dangerous Wasteland of Los Angeles to find her kidnapped father (Kyle MacLachlan.) She encounters strange char…

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Jim Carrey's How the Grinch Stole Christmas - 2000 Live Action Film - w/ Trivial Theater & TYTD Reviews 56:09

1M ago56:09

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Today we're talking about my favorite Grinch, but apparently no one else's. Oh well. More endlessly quotable lines for me. 🥲 😆Follow Nicki online!YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/trivia_chic⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/trivialtheater⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Dan online!YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtu…

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The Films of Illumination: GeekWave 34:56

1M ago34:56

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Anyone else a fan of the minions? No? just me? Well, let's talk about the whole catalogue of mediocrity that is Illumination Animation. News of the Week: Arkham Asylum Cancelled? F1 Trailer Agatha All Along Trailer MAIN TOPIC Starts at 10:23 Business Inquiry: ironhawk56@gmail.com find me here: https://linktr.ee/TsunamiStudios…

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Navigating the Deepfake Dilemma: 'Another Body' | Reuben Hamlyn | SXSW Winning Documentary | McFly’s Movie House #014 32:59

1M ago32:59

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2023’s ‘Another Body’ sheds light on the invasive world of deepfake adult content. This episode features a conversation with Reuben Hamlyn, who discusses the creation of the documentary, the disturbing realities of deepfakes, and how individuals can safeguard against digital exploitation. ‘Another Body’ has garnered attention at major film festival…

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