This episode starts our two week look into the works of Alejandro González Iñárritu by discussing his only film in the book – the Best Picture winning “Birdman”. Join Adam and Ian as they discuss whether or not the film is pretentious, how important (or not) the one-take aspect of the film is, and the ensemble put together for the film. Is there a split decision this week? Tune in to find out. Also, this week Ian recommends “The Station Agent” (available on Cinemax) and Adam recommends “Foxcatcher” (available to rent on all major platforms).

0:00 – Intro/“Promising Young Woman” thoughts

10:06 – 2014 Films & “American Sniper”

17:29 – “Supernova”

21:14 – Adam’s recommend “Foxcatcher”

27:26 – Ian’s recommend “The Station Agent”

34:04 – “Birdman” Stats/History

50:08 – “Birdman” Plot/Thoughts

1:51:50 – Our Top 5 of 2014/Closing Thoughts/Replacement

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Intro/Outro music is “Bouncy Gypsy Beats” by John Bartmann.