Beyond The Frame

Beyond The Frame

By Ryan Vanderhei, Joe Parente & Heidi RoodvoetsTV & Film
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Beyond The Frame episodes

  • 'Steve' And Giving When You're Already On Empty

    In this episode we give our movie review of the 2025 hidden gem 'Steve' out now on Netflix. The film stars an extraordinary cast led by Cillian Murphy, Jay Lycurgo, Simbi Ajikawo, and Emily Watson. It is based on the 2023 novella written by author Max Porter. It is a heartwarming story about love, passion, commitment, mental health, and so much more. We break down the film's cinematography, production design, performances, music, and storytelling. And we round out our discussion by breaking down the theme of giving when you're on empty and how it is expressed in the film. 

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    50 min
  • 'Tron: Ares' And The Weight of Legacy

    In this episode, we discuss the 2025 Disney film Tron: Ares directed by Joachim Rønning (Bourne Identity) and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, and Jeff Bridges. We break down the film's thematic message of legacy, and how it is both a source of motivation and a weight for characters Eve Kim (Greta Lee) and Julian Dillinger (Evan Peters). Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Heidi Roodvoets discuss if they feel a sense of legacy in their own lives and how that affects the way they live. Do you have a legacy to live up to? 

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    39 min
  • 'The Lost Bus' And The Value Of Altruism In Society

    In this episode, we discuss the 2025 Apple TV film The Lost Bus directed by Paul Greengrass (Bourne Identity) and starring Matthew McConaughey, America Ferrera, and Yul Vasquez. We break down the important thematic messaging in the movie of altruism, and how lead characters Kevin McKay and Mary Ludwig put the lives of 22 children above themselves. If the world had more people like Kevin and Mary, it would be a MUCH better place. 

    Would you consider yourself an altruistic person?

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    47 min
  • 'The Smashing Machine' And What It Really Means To Have Someone's Back

    In this episode of Beyond the Frame, hosts Joe, Ryan, and Heidi, discuss the 2025 A24 indie film 'The Smashing Machine' directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Ryan Bader. We give our honest reviews, reactions, and thoughts on the performances and craftsmanship of the film. We also break down the theme of what it really means to have someone's back and how that is expressed in the movie. 

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    52 min
  • 'The Master' And Wondering If It's Possible To Live Life Without One

    A film analysis and movie breakdown of the 2012 film 'The Master'. In this episode we explore the question the master asks us: Is it possible to live life without a master? Paul Thomas Anderson's magnum opus is an extraordinary cinematic achievement that explores human struggle, belief, cultism, and so much more. 

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    42 min
  • One Battle After Another And Finding Out What Really Motivates You

    In this episode we give our unfiltered movie review and movie reaction to the 2025 film One Battle After Another directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Chase Infiniti, Benicio del Toro, and Teyana Taylor. 

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    45 min
  • 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' And Why You Can't Protect Yourself From Life

    A reaction and review of the 2025 romantic comedy movie A Big Bold Beautiful Journey directed by Kogonada and starring Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. 

    Is this what happens when you try to re create La La Land? Is this the worst rom com ever made? Gen Z and Gen X come together in this video to give their unfiltered take on the movie. 

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    48 min
  • "Superman" And Choosing Between Who You Are & Who You're Told To Be | Ep 68

    Review of the 2025 Blockbuster, Superhero movie Superman directed by James Gunn and starring David Corensweat, Rachael Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult. Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente give their in depth analysis and official reviews of the film. 

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    44 min
  • 'Jurassic World Rebirth' And The Death Of The Film Industry | EP. 66

    Review of the 2025 blockbuster movie Jurassic World Rebirth directed by Gareth Edwards and starring Scarlet Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey. Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente give their in depth analysis and official reviews of the film. 

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    30 min

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The self improvement podcast for lovers of film and TV! Our favorite fictional movies and tv shows can teach us valuable life lessons. Join Ryan Vanderhei, Joe Parente, and Heidi Roodvoets weekly…