Cinema Drive

Aaron Kai is BACK! Cinema Drive revisits the vivid impact of Aaron's hyperrealism paintings as he speaks to the inspiring influence of movie trailers. Jason, Ryan, and Aaron illuminate the evolution of this lost art form and reveal how the teasing has developed for the better - and worse.

The teaser for this episode? Aaron relives hanging with kindred spirit Quentin Tarantino at Eddie Murphy's birthday party.

The Deep Question: What is your most memorable celebrity experience?



Selected original artwork and limited edition prints from Aaron are available on his site!

Website: aaronkaiart.com
Trailer for "Impossible Art", a documentary about Aaron's work

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This Week's Features:
Aliens (1986)
Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Cobra (1986)
The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
Dawn of the Dead (1978)
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
Gone in 60 Seconds (2000)
The Last Shark aka Great White (1981)
Man of Steel (2013)
Night of the Creeps (1986)
The Rocketeer (1991)
Suspiria (1977)
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
The Thing (1982)
Universal Soldier (1992)

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Al Armano sees the headlines of today and realizes we might be closer to a dystopian future than we think. He asks the guys about which science fiction flicks got their predictions right.

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Ryan and Jason love the impact that the legendary Gene Hackman had in his extensive film career. One of the most prolific actors of his generation, Hackman's iconic screen presence set him apart and propelled him on a unique arc through Hollywood history. Join Cinema Drive in this passionate retrospective on the works of one of cinema's finest talents.

The Deep Question: What is the funniest line from a movie you can think of right now?


This Week's Features:
Bite the Bullet (1975)
Bonnie & Clyde (1967)
The Conversation (1974)
Crimson Tide (1995)
Enemy of the State (1998)
The French Connection (1971) 
The French Connection II (1975)
Get Shorty (1995)
Heist (2001) 
Hoosiers (1986)
Mississippi Burning (1988)
Night Moves (1975)
The Package (1989) 
The Poseidon Adventure (1972)
The Quick and the Dead (1995)
The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) 
Runwaway Jury (2003)
Scarecrow (1973) 
Superman (1978) 
Top Secret! (1984)
Uncommon Valor (1983)

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Gideon asks Cinema Drive's own dynamic duo about their favorite buddy comedies.

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Cinema Drive relishes the reality of "slice of life" movies - those films that take a simple setting and find the story within. Jason and Ryan speak to the stories that moved them with the sorrow, the hilarity, and the beauty of everyday life.

The Deep Question: How do you rank the Jurassic Park films?


This Week's Features:
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019)
The Big Chill (1983)
The Breakfast Club (1985)
Chef (2014)
Gone Baby Gone (2007)
Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016)
I Love You, Man (2009)
Jurassic Park (1993)
Jurassic Park III (2001)
Jurassic World (2015)
Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)
The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997)
My Favorite Wife (1940)
On the Waterfront (1954)
Rain Man (1988)
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)

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Please help Aaron Kai find his missing, one-of-a-kind, priceless, hand-painted Aliens jacket!

Contact Aaron with any information on Instagram: @aaronkaiart

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Thomas Harris' inaugural Hannibal Lecter tale "Red Dragon" was first - and arguably best - realized in Michael Mann's cult crime flick Manhunter (1986). This engaging thriller is critiqued and appreciated through two unique perspectives: Ryan has been mesmerized by the film for years, and Jason has just experienced it for the very first time. Join Cinema Drive for this one-of-a-kind discussion about some truly captivating material.

The Deep Question: What is the best John Carpenter idea or concept?


This Week's Features:
Big Trouble in Little China (1986)
Manhunter (1986)
Prince of Darkness (1987)
Red Dragon (2002)
Silence of the Lambs (1991)
They Live (1988)

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Howard M. breaks into the guys' lines of communication with an intellectual query about...gifs.

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She has a Ph.D. in Media and Communications, an MFA in Film Studies, and a BFA in Film Production. She made a unique contribution to Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy. And yet her favorite movie may surprise you...!

Cinema Drive is thrilled to be joined by Rachel Schaevitz, Ph.D. in this fascinating look into the power of emotion in film. Jason, Ryan, and Rachel plumb the depths of this visceral impact in movies and discuss the importance of appreciating cinema with our hearts - not just our heads.

Listen and learn as Cinema Drive benefits from this incredibly educated, experienced, and passionate doctor! Check out the links below to connect with Rachel's innovative show with Aaron Keck, The Moonlight Awards!

The Deep Question: What is a book or two that has helped you appreciate film more?



The Moonlight Awards with Rachel Schaevitz and Aaron Keck
Website: The Moonlight Awards

Facebook: themoonlightawards
Twitter: @moonlight_award


This Week's Features:
Cinderella Man (2005)
Don't Look Up (2021)
Fearless (2016)
Ghostbusters (1984)
Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
Manchester by the Sea (2016)
On the Beach (1959)
Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
Son of Saul (2015)

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Gordy writes in with a fascinating question: Is Mark Wahlberg a good actor?!

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