Alex and David explain why they believe the incredible fight choreography in The Mark of Zorro (1940) should be considered one of the best of all time. Featuring Tyrone Power and Basil Rathbone, a two-time British Army Fencing Champion, this scene is a blistering fencing duel that ages well for modern audiences. @ 0:48 The Mark of Zorro (1940) Watch on YouTube ...

The final scene in Karate Kid 3 is perhaps the least famous finale of the movie trilogy but is arguably one of the most beautiful moments in the franchise. David passionately reveals the reasons why he believes this scene is a standout and a teachable moment for anyone that faces self-doubt at any point in their lives. @ 0:28 The Karate Kid Part III Watch on Netflix ...

Gerald Butler bellows a line in 300 that has become one of the greatest internet meme scenes of all time. In this episode we marvel about how this film was never supposed to succeed--but does--which is similar to the path the army of 300 takes in the film. @ 0:33 300 Watch on Netflix (6:44 - 13:20) Also...

In episode 36, Alex and David review the (SPOILER) fireworks exchange between Charlie and Frank during the suicide attempt in Scent of a Woman. In addition to the cinematic brilliance of the scene, we also talk about how important it is to uphold a personal value system to help retain the integrity of one's character. Charlie's brave and unyielding character is exhibited by the lengths he is willing to go to in order to do the right thing, regardless of the consequences. ...

In this week's episode David and Alex review the emotional roller coaster in the resolution of Cast Away. We pick a couple of scenes after Chuck Noland returns from the island and evaluate how the physical toll of surviving on his own was nothing compared to the emotional and spiritual journey of coming home. We explore the themes of "hope" and "moving on", and identify them as powerful takeaways that everyone can use in their daily lives. @ 1:18 Cast...

In the dance and diner scene in Pulp Fiction, we explore the movie inspiration and cinematic elements that make this Quentin Tarantino masterpiece a must-see. In the second part of the episode, we review a food critic scene from Ratatouille, and explore how the power of smell and taste can evoke strong memories. @ 0:36 Pulp Fiction Watch on Netflix (45:39...

Kelsey Grammer and Janeane Garofalo trade in comedy for a serious drama piece in The God Committee. Alex takes us through the classic moral dilemma faced by medical professionals and picks a scene that helps illustrate the difficult decisions and conflict faced by each of the characters. In the second half of the episode we explore how Charlize Theron's ballet training plays a huge part in the fight scene's success in Atomic Blonde. We compare and contrast the scene with other action movies...

In this episode David reviews the most pivotal moment in Top Gun and explains how the scene and a name was inspired by real people and events. Alex explores a complex moral dilemma in The Imitation Game, where the obvious action is countered by Alan Turing's intervention, and they must decide whether to sacrifice a few for the sake of many. @ 0:37 Top Gun Watch on YouTube ...

In episode 31 Alex takes us through our first movie (scene) based on a religious story while marvelling at the star-studded cast and massive artwork requirements to produce The Prince of Egypt. David's pick is one of the most defining, modern-day cinematic moments in recent film history. Choosing the docking scene from the movie Interstellar, we review the risky organ choice for the Hans Zimmer soundtrack, the epic lines, and the physics that helped inspire the scene pick for this week. ...

In the shocking climactic scene in Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Cameron destroys his dad's prized Ferrari. We unravel the magnitude of the moment, its importance to his character arc, and how it successfully immortalizes the film as a classic. Alex reviews several scenes from Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha 갯마을 차차차 which illustrate the loneliness of the elderly. They highlight the importance of filial piety, and serve as a personal real-world reminder of how easy it is to neglect our loved ones, being too...

Taking a recommendation from one of our podcast fans, we review how the Baby Driver opening car chase scene was created by using the soundtrack of Jon Spencer Blues Explosion's 1995 single, 'Bellbottoms'. @ 1:07 Baby Driver Watch on YouTube (0:00 - ) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: ...

Colin Farrell chooses a lobster in The Lobster. The Captain (Christopher Plummer) verbally duels Rolfe in The Sound of Music. @ 0:51 The Lobster Watch Scene 1 on YouTube (0:00 - ) Watch Scene 2 on YouTube (0:00 - ) Also on:...

The majestic opening sequence also featured as the main trailer for The Lion King (1994). Leonardo DiCaprio stuns in this hostage negotiation in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. @ 1:00 The Lion King Watch on YouTube (0:00 - ) Also on: Disney Plus IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: G Spoilers: None the song: Circle of Life composed by...

Jonathan Frakes (Cmdr. Riker) deals with a season-ending crisis in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Seo Ji-hye and Kim Jung-hyun surprise each other in Crash Landing On You 사랑의 불시착. @ 1:14 Star Trek: The Next Generation Watch on YouTube (0:00) Episode: S3:E26 IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: TV-PG Spoilers: Major - @ 13:58 ...

Eduardo Saverin (Andrew Garfield) lays into Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) in The Social Network. @ 0:00 The Social Network Watch on YouTube (0:00 - ) Also on: Netflix IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: PG-13 Spoilers: Major Eduardo Rage Scene Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/watch/70132721 1:42:22 - 1:45:17 also starring Justin Timberlake as Sean Parker, co-founder of...

Don Draper (Jon Hamm) gives one of the best sales pitches ever in Mad Men. Dutch (Arnold Schwarzenegger) survives and overcomes in Predator. @ 1:48 Mad Men Watch on YouTube (0:00 -) Also on: Amazon Prime Episode: S1:E13 IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: TV-14 Spoilers: Mild Simon Sinek ‘Start with the Why’ video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA Etymology...

Kate (Emily Blunt) joins a prisoner extraction across the US-Mexican border in Sicario. Mei Changsu (Hu Ge) offers critical advice to Prince Jing (Wang Kai) in Nirvana in Fire [Langya Bang,琅琊榜]. @ 1:07 Sicario Watch on YouTube (0:00 -) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: R Spoilers: Moderate Full scene pick is across 2 YouTube clips: https://youtu.be/ZCiDUfhV43c?t=77 ...

Salieri is awestruck by Mozart's original copies in Amadeus. A father sacrifices for his family in Poseidon. @ 0:59 Amadeus Watch on YouTube (0:00 -) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: R Spoilers: None The idea of animosity between Mozart and Salieri was popularized by Alexander Pushkin in 1830 in his play Mozart and Salier A recent article that explores the fictional villain-hood of Salieri:...

Daniel-san (Ralph Macchio) is enlightened in The Karate Kid. The Rocinante Crew attacks the Spin Station in The Expanse. @ 1:20 The Karate Kid Watch on Netflix (1:13:24 - 1:18:10) Also on: YouTube IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: PG Spoilers: Moderate Also watchable at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bg21M2zwG9Q The scene where Mr. Miyagi reveals to Daniel what he’s been...

Mark (Andrew Lincoln) finds closure with Juliet (Keira Knightley) in Love Actually. Lisa Davina Phillip flirts with Forest Whitaker in Jingle Jangle. @ 1:13 Love Actually Watch on YouTube (0:00 - ) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: R Spoilers: Moderate Funny skit on SNL inspired by the cards scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzTSyzjclck An excellent graphic illustrating the web of...

Carrie-Anne Moss narrowly escapes the Agents in The Matrix. @ 0:34 The Matrix Watch on YouTube (0:00) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: R Spoilers: Minor Since Matrix 4 Matrix Resurrections is coming out, we added a bonus episode to review the thrilling opening scene from the first Matrix movie This is the behind the scenes creation of bullet time conceived by The Wachowskis but executed by the...

Buzz Lightyear serenades Jessie in Toy Story 3. Maximus announces his return in Gladiator. @ 1:01 Toy Story 3 Watch on Disney Plus (1:06:45 - 1:08:46; 1:10:17 - 1:10:59; 1:37:21 - 1:38:39) Also on: YouTube IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: G Spoilers: Minor 1:06:45 - 1:08:46: Buzz’s initial transformation 1:10:17 - 1:10:59: Buzz struts around Jessie 1:37:21 - 1:38:39: Buzz and...

Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman capture one of the most memorable moments in cinema history in Casablanca. Steven Spielberg presents the horrors of war in Saving Private Ryan. @ 1:02 Casablanca Watch on YouTube (0:00 -) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: PG Spoilers: Minor Dolley Wilson, who plays Sam, was an accomplished actor, singer, musician on broadway Louis, played by Claude Raines,...

Jackie Chan mesmerizes with alcohol-fueled martial arts in Drunken Master II. Jodie Foster as Ellie discovers a transmission from an intelligent lifeform in Contact. @ 1:02 Drunken Master II Watch on YouTube (0:00 -) IMDB: [open] Maturity Rating: R Spoilers: Minor AKA: The Legend of Drunken Master the video game character referenced: https://virtuafighter.fandom.com/wiki/Shun_Di ...