Cinema Drive

Can you feel the night with this coming of age classic? It took the 80s by storm and now reigns supreme as the model for franchise re-ignition and evolution. Jason and Ryan get their (crane) kicks exploring and analyzing a mutual favorite that checks ALL the boxes when it comes to exceptional filmmaking.

The Deep Question: What roles are tied to an actor that you couldn't easily replace them in?


This Week's Features:
Back to the Future (1985)
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Karate Kid Part II (1986)
The Karate Kid Part III (1989)
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)

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You ain't heard nothin' yet: the guys tease upcoming Season 1 episodes.

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His hyperrealistic "Legend of Blade Runner" art commemorated the film's 25th anniversary.

His work has been celebrated by James Cameron, Stan Winston, H.R. Giger, and Syd Mead.

His paintings are in the collections of Harrison Ford, Ridley Scott, Clint Eastwood, and more.

Cinema Drive levels up in this fascinating breakdown with Aaron Kai, a master of hyperrealism. Aaron takes Jason and Ryan into his wild journey from film lover to creator, and lends his singular perspective to the wide world of movie art. Hear his passion in this very special episode and check out the links below for an immersive ride into his incredible portfolio!

The Deep Question: Who would you want to portray you in a film about your life?



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

Website: aaronkaiart.com
ShoutoutLA interview from February 28, 2022
Trailer for "Impossible Art", a documentary about Aaron's work

Facebook: aaron.kai
Instagram: @aaronkaiart
Twitter: @aaronkaiart
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aaron-kai-1b37676 


This Week's Features:
Aliens (1986)
Blade Runner (1982)
Enter the Dragon (1973)
The French Connection (1971)
Jaws (1975)
Suspiria (1977)
You Only Live Twice (1967)

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What podcasts do the World's Greatest Podcasters listen to?!

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Whether Ireland is at your door or on your screen, St. Patrick's Day is for all of you - yes, you! So raise a glass to a gallery of perennial favorites: From The Commitments to The Departed, Jason and Ryan find something for everyone.

The Deep Question: What's a movie that's enhanced for you because of behind-the-scenes elements?


This Week's Features:
The Boondock Saints (1999)
The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day (2009)
Clear and Present Danger (1994)
The Commitments (1991)
The Departed (2006)
The Devil’s Own (1997)
The Fugitive (1993)
The Hunt for Red October (1990)
Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014)
Patriot Games (1992)
The Sum of All Fears (2002)
Waking Ned Devine (1998)

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Jason and Ryan get real about a lil ceremony called "The Academy Awards".

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Some stories fall through the cracks (Hey, they can't ALL get the attention!), but just because you never heard of it doesn't mean one of these might not become your new favorite. Open your ears and your heart as Jason and Ryan take you through a filmography of pictures that deserve much, much more than they got.

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


This Week's Features:
The Babysitter (2017)
Blue Ruin (2013)
Chef (2014)
Dredd (2012)
The Driver (1978)
Grosse Pointe Blank (1997)
Hot Rod (2007)
Inside Moves (1980)
Locke (2013)
The Mask of Zorro (1998)
Mud (2012)
Sunshine (2007)
Wait Until Dark (1967)
Warrior (2011)

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Tom incisively inquires about deep cuts, and the guys dash into movie triage.

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Watching a film often means surrendering yourself to another world. ...And nothing hits harder than when that illusion is broken. Jason and Ryan break down modern VFX, myths about the industry's talented computer graphic artists, and why our brains are so tough to fool.

The Deep Question: What is a movie character that you have tried to model yourself after?


This Week's Features:
Arrival (2016)
Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
Blinded by the Light (2019)
Captain America: Civil War (2016)
Captain Marvel (2019)
Dune: Part One (2021)
Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021)
Iron Man (2008)
The Irishman (2019)
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014)
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
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)
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
Star Trek (2009)
Tron: Legacy (2010)
War for the Planet of the Apes (2017)

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Gideon guides us to great genre gushing.

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