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: A Guide for the Perplexed (Book) Aguirre, the Wrath of God Review by Roger Ebert  Bill Hader on Aguirre, the Wrath of God Additional Audio...

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 Jafar Panahi Interviews (Conversations with Filmmakers Series) (Book) The Politics of Iranian Cinema: Film and Society in the Islamic Republic by...

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 Film & Television Archive's The Story of L.A. Rebellion What Is LA Rebellion Film Movement? The Essential Guide Notebook Primer: L.A....

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 | TaeKwonDo Rockers vs. Cocaine-Dealing Ninjas: The True Story of 'Miami Connection' ‘Miami Connection’ Goes From Flop to Fame by Mike...

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 Truth: The Fall and Rise of Dona Spier by Dona Spier and Chris Epting (Book) Andy Sidaris, Arlene Sidaris, & Dona Spier Interview with Jimmy...

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) by Guy Barefoot (Book) If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your...

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 at Lincoln Center MUBI Podcast | In AFTERSUN, Charlotte Wells Lets Queen and Bowie Tell the Story (Podcast) Script Apart | Aftersun with Charlotte...

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 | Explore Cinematography with Shiva Baby DoP Maria Rusche (Podcast) Thank You for Coming Out | Emma Seligman, Thank You For Coming Out (While Staying...

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 is Important by Filmed in Ether Park Chan-wook Interview with BFI The Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith | Park Chan-wook - The Handmaiden Q&A In...

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 (Blu-ray) Tsai Ming-liang & Lee Kang-sheng Interview with Asia Society Pt. 1 Tsai Ming-liang & Lee Kang-sheng Interview with Asia Society...

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 Terrorizers by Nick Pinkerton Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: The Terrorizers by James Waters Great Directors: Edward Yang by Saul Austerlitz Additional Audio...

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 Lynch (Book) Room to Dream by David Lynch and Kristine McKenna (Book) David Lynch's MasterClass David Lynch: David Lean Lecture Room to Dream:...

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) Eureka! Masters of Cinema's Metropolis (Blu-ray) Fritz Lang's Metropolis: Cinematic Visions of Technology and Fear (Book) Fritz Lang Interviews...

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