Cynema

Martin Scorsese triggered the Marvel-Superhero movie fanboys with another appeal to understand film, art and film history that defines a difference between art, film and "content." A look at Hollywood's real, cynical desire to find its "fountain of youth," "holy grail" and hitting the perfect algorithm for box office success.

Scorsese article: https://www.indiewire.com/2021/02/martin-scorsese-streaming-lack-of-curation-1234617241/

Is recasting an iconic role with a new actor an "error" or artistic expression? What is the difference between genuine filmmaking, narrative errors and just lazy? A look at several cases inspired by some great Twitter conversation on the topic.

The 1990s gave us an unusual sub-genre that focused on style over substance while delivering superior and slick production values as horror met middle school mainstream...

Over analysis and over zealous focus on trivial details have created a need to deconstruct movie magic, and create a cynical attitude toward filmmaking and film appreciation. Listen why.

A look at how cynicism plays into the remakes of both Godzilla 1998 and Kong 1976 and does it mean anything for the upcoming Godzilla vs. Kong?

If you believe the election was stolen, PIzzagate is real, Congressional child trafficking is real, the Deep State got Trump, this podcast is for you. The problem is...you won't listen to it and there are some very important questions to be asked of you because it's not about changing your minds.

A look at a somewhat new kind of entertainment Cynema that goes back to Amityville and maybe beyond. Regardless The Internet has created a hybrid hoax and it's dangerous stuff.

Part Two that looks at the real issues plaguing the studio and theatrical systems.

Has COVID ruined theatrical distribution and our movie-going experience? Will streaming replace a night out? A look at the problems theaters had way before COVID and also the product we are consuming and where it's all heading in this first of a two part episode.

A listener suggested episode looking at the slippery, cynical slope toward censorship under the guise of protecting us from ourselves.

Links:

https://vocal.media/horror/reasons-why-horror-movies-are-good-for-your-health

https://www.scoopwhoop.com/horror-movie-health-benefits/

https://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/health/fear-can-be-healthy/index.html

https://www.tor.com/2014/05/29/why-horror-is-good-for-you-and-even-better-for-your-kids/