Cinema Fix

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Cinema Fix episodes

October 07, 2011 Episode #4: 50/50 (Part 1)
Andrew and Frank give their general impressions of the new film starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt film, 50/50. Does this "cancer comedy" manage to find a good balance between drama and laughs? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro and clip
4:23 - General thoughts
15:47 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
18 min
October 02, 2011 Episode #3: Moneyball (Part 2)
In the second part of their Moneyball discussion, Andrew and Frank discuss the structure and themes of the film. What is the point? Does it even have one? Is it just as formulaic as other sports films or is it a fantastic new entry to the genre? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro and clip
2:44 - The characterization of Billy Beane
11:13 - Moneyball vs. the human factor; characterization
15:10 - Hitting certain structural "beats"
19:55 - One man vs. the system, the ultimate message of the film
21:25 - Political subtext?
27:00 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
31 min
September 26, 2011 Episode #3: Moneyball (Part 1)
In this spoiler-free episode, Andrew and Frank give their general thoughts on the new film Moneyball. Is this film about Oakland A's manager Billy Beane and his attempts to change how players are drafted a typical sports film, or something more? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro and clip
3:31 - General thoughts
13:00 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
17 min
September 23, 2011 Episode #2: Drive (Part 2)
In the second part of their Drive episode, Andrew and Frank dive deep into the themes and craft of the film. How can viewers interpret the ending? Is Refn's presentation of violence appropriate? And what's up with that soundtrack? They answer all this and more in their spoiler-filled analysis.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro and clip
2:33 - Music (including clip) and a 70s/80s vibe
6:24 - Presentation of violence
11:28 - The elevator scene, the romance, and the morality of the protagonist
16:34 - Shaking hands with the devil
20:20 - Interpretations of the ending
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
27 min
September 18, 2011 Episode #2: Drive (Part 1)
In the first regularly-formatted episode of Cinema Fix, it becomes apparent the show might already be cursed. Plus, Andrew is joined by Frank Ready to talk about the new Ryan Gosling-starring crime thriller, Drive. Is director Nicolas Winding Refn's first foray into mainstream theaters a success? This is the first part of the episode, in which they give their general thoughts on the film and keep things spoiler-free.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro and clip
4:37 - General thoughts
7:13 - Ryan Gosling's performance
12:11 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
16 min
September 09, 2011 Episode #1: We'll Be Your Dealers
Welcome to Cinema Fix! Before you can get your weekly dose of film discussion to satisfy your cinema addiction, you need to meet your dealers. In this episode, Andrew and Storm go over the mission of Film Geek Radio and lay out the details of the show, who they are, and what you can expect. Hang on to your butts. It's going to be a crazy trip!
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Info on Film Geek Radio
1:16 - Cinema Fix's focus and format
6:19 - Info on Andrew and Storm
11:55 - How to access the show and contact us
15:30 - Next week on the show
DON'T FORGET: You can contact us by emailing [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
18 min

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