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- Episode Seventeen: Planet of the Apes
“A planet where apes evolve from men?” This and other mind boggling questions are tackled in this month’s epic podcast on the “Planet of the Apes” series of movies. In our TV/Book corner we review Stephen King’s post-apocalyptic spiritual spectacular: The Stand. We have not had as much fun recording since our “Dune” episode, and we hope you enjoy it too. As always, here are some links for further study.
Planet of the Apes: The Forbidden Zone
*Planet of the Apes* as American Myth: Race, Politics, and Popular Culture - Eric Greene - Google Books
The Stand - Stephen King - Google Books
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Next show is in October which is Halloween time. So, in honor of this ancient holiday we will be watching two movies: “The Exorcist” and “Constantine;” both are different takes on the Catholic-inspired horror genre and should make for some interesting comparison. See you all then!
Update: Since we recorded this episode, one of the stars of the 2001 "Planet of the Apes," Micheal Clarke Duncan, has passed away at the age of 54 due to natural causes following a heart attack. Our thoughts and prayers are for his family, friends, and fans. All of us will miss him.
Michael Clarke Duncan Dead at 54 | Fox News Latino
49 min - Episode Sixteen: MetropolisWelcome to episode sixteen, on Lang's classic Metropolis and the short lived Caprica, of Checking the Gate: A Film and Religion Podcast. As you may remember, we delayed this episode to focus on Christ centered movies for Easter earlier in the year. At last, we are able to turn our attention to the Medieval religious imagery in an an Expressionist film, to the ethics of cheating death and playing God, and to lamenting unfulfilled promises. Here are some links for those of keen interest.MetropolisThe Complete Metropolis - Kino Lorber Home VideoJapanese Visual Culture: Explorations in the World of Manga and Anime - Mark Wheeler MacWilliams - Google BooksCaprica | SyfyFOX Broadcasting Company - Fringe TV Show - Fringe TV Series - Fringe Episode GuideSeptembers episode is going to cover another classic sci-fi piece, the original "Planet of the Apes." We will most likely touch on the sequel "Beneath the Planet of the Apes" and the 2001 remake, but the later two are not required viewing. We will also be discussing the book/miniseries of Stephen King's The Stand, as TV Corner slowly morphs into Book Corner. Until then remember, the mediator of the hed and the hands must be the heart...so say we all!42 min
- Episode Fifteen - PrometheusGreetings! For the last month since Prometheus was released, the whole internet community has been scratching their heads, asking questions, and submitting theories over Ridley Scott's latest cinematic journey. We join in the fervor with our latest episode as we look at some of the popular theories and give you some of our own. As always we try to hone in on the religious subtext. Space Jesus, Xenomorph worshipers, the mystery of Creation--we look at it all. Plus, we add in some extra dialogue from our episode on Paul to add to the creation conversation. Here are the links we refer to during the show.Prometheus Hard Core Review - Part 1 Massive Dissection - SPOILERS -by comicbookgirl19cavalorn: Prometheus Unbound: What The Movie Was Actually AboutPrometheus Will Retcon AVP! « furiousfanboys.comCinefilter.comwww.dtrn.co.uk/episode/sci-fi-guys-s517-jessica-parker-kennedyNext time we will (finally) do a show we planned several months ago, but postponed for our Easter episode. We are going to check out the original "Metropolis," and in the TV Corner, "Caprica." Both can be found on Netflix, DVD, and Blu-Ray.49 min
- Episode Fourteen - Kingdom of HeavenWelcome to Episode 14 of CTGPodcast on Ridley Scott’s “Kingdom of Heaven.” Mike and I are eagerly anticipating the release of Scott’s new movie “Prometheus,” so we decided to take another look at his epic of the Third Crusade. We also have some fun extras that we cut from older episodes for time or for being tangential.Prometheus - Movie Trailers - iTunesKingdom of Heaven (2005) - IMDbThe Third Crusade - Middle AgesCATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: CrusadesThe Babble On Project - GeekPlanetOnline.comGiven the super secret nature of the “Prometheus” marketing campaign, it is hard to tell how much theological issues will be touched on in the film, although early interviews and more recent reviews seem to suggest it is more than worthy for our podcast. Though we are tentatively planning on reviewing this movie next month, we are going to err on the side of caution. Watch this website, our Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/CTGPodcast), or our Twitter feed (twitter.com/CTGPodcast) for any updates.33 min
- Episode Thirteen-Anniversary Special-The TenMay the Fourth be with you! This month's episode happens to fall on National Star Wars day, but we here at CTGPodcast are celebrating for a different reason. We have been at this for a year now, and Mike and I thank you for listening to us! So in this super-sized episode we have our reviews of "The Ten" starring Paul Rudd, among others, "The Simpsons," and a variety of outtakes that we have accumulated over the last year. For further investigation you can check out these resources:Exodus 20 NIV - The Ten Commandments - And God spoke - Bible GatewaySimpsons Have SoulReligion Ethics NewsWeekly . FEATURE . Religion and the Simpsons . July 27, 2007 | PBSThe Simpsons Archive: Religion on the SimpsonsReligion in The Simpsons - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaNext month we are going to look at the Ridley Scott movie "Kingdom of Heaven" and also listen to some extra conversations that didn't make it into previous episodes. Thank you again for listening and have a blessed day!58 min
- Checking the Gate: Episode Twelve - Easter-avaganzaHappy Easter and Passover to everyone! Sorry about the change of plans this month, but I felt it appropriate to adhere to Mike's advice to switch from replicants to something seasonable relevant. The result is our Easter-avaganza in which we watch "The Last Temptation of Christ" and "The Passion of the Christ." Keeping with the resurrection theme (you know how we love themes!) we then turn our attention to the recently concluded second season of "The Walking Dead." Here are some of the references we make if you want read some further research.IMDB The Last TemptationIMDB PassionRT The Last temptationRT PassionCriterion's Last Temptation pageMany Churches Look to "Passion" as evangelism toolFilm Prompts Murder ConfessionMel Gibson's Bad RemarksNext time we will keep it comedic, looking at the movie "The Ten" starring Paul Rudd, available on Netflix streaming, and "The Simpsons" in the TV Corner. Also, for our one year anniversary we will reminisce a bit a play some of our bloopers. I promise we will come back to Metropolis and Caprica in a few months; like the Cylons we have a plan!46 min
- Checking the Gate: Episode Eleven - Blade RunnerGreetings! On this episode we wax philosophic as we delve into the worlds of "Blade Runner" and "Battlestar Galactica." We ponder the meaning of death and the spiritual ramifications of mass producing synthetic humans. Incidentally, we also get a double dose of Edward James Olmos! Along the way we mention these spectacular websites and references.Aiden 5 Web SeriesDown & Nerdy BlogBlade RunnerFord in Blade Runner 2?Ford NOT in Blade Runner 2SQPN Battlestar PodcastAlthough we didn't mention this quote in the podcast, it is fun to see where this line came from. In the commentary for "Blade Runner" the screenwriter mentions in the commentary that this line was put in at a special request from the director.America: A ProphecyNext time we will continue with the replicant theme by watching the newly reconstructed Fritz Lang masterpiece "The Complete Metropolis." DO NOT settle for any dollar store public domain release. Get the DVD or Blu-Ray released by Kino International or stream it on Netflix, search for Metropolis Restored. You'll be glad you did. And in the TV Corner we are going to examine the short lived BSG prequel series "Caprica" available on Blu-Ray, DVD, and the entire series can also be streamed on Netflix.(Update) Mike pointed out that I totally missed out on Easter when proposing show topics… so, change of plan! In honor of Easter we are talking about resurrection: Last Temptation of Christ, Passion of the Christ & Walking Dead. Episode will be posted on Good Friday, April 6.38 min
- Checking the Gate: Episode Ten - PaulHappy New Year, o listeners of faith! Mike and I have whipped up a tantalizing episode for you this month. As we discuss the alien road trip movie "Paul" starring Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, and Kristin Wiig, I start to speak my mind on the creation/evolution debate. Then Mike has some deep thoughts in TV Corner all about the classic series "X-Files." We hope you enjoy our dissection and discussion of these mind bending media.IMDB PaulSimon and Nick's version of Star WarsAkron Fossils and Science CenterClimate Change and Evolution in the 2012 ElectionDarwin's Pious IdeaThe Lazarus Bowl X-Files WikiIn our next episode, we will explore the ideas in Ridley Scott's epic "Blade Runner: The Final Cut" and the 2004 re-imagining of "Battlestar Galactica" in our TV Corner. In two months (yes, we are getting ambitious!) we will continue the robot theme as we examine the new Kino release of Fritz Lang's "The Complete Metropolis" and the short lived "Caprica." See you on the flip side!40 min
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This is a show for those spiritual people who love film, and also those cinefiles feel that there is more to life than what we know. Each month, Robert and Mike will creativly evaluate a new film.