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By Fifty Films
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Join us on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as Bobby and Brian review the critically acclaimed musical romance "Once" as part of our Artist at a Crossroads series. Directed by John Carney and starring Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, the film follows two musicians as they collaborate on a series of songs that capture the essence of their budding relationship. The movie won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2008 and spawned a hit Broadway musical adaptation. Our hosts delve into the themes of the film, including the power of music to connect people and the struggles of aspiring artists. They also discuss the performances of the cast and the impact of the film's low-budget, indie aesthetic. Tune in to hear where "Once" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #Once #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast"

It's showtime folks. Get ready to dive into the world of theater and dance as Bobby and Brian discuss the 1979 musical drama "All That Jazz" on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast. Directed by Bob Fosse and starring Roy Scheider, the film is loosely based on Fosse's own life as a director and choreographer. Our hosts delve into the themes of the movie, including the sacrifices one makes in the pursuit of art and the perils of overindulgence. They also explore the cast's performances and the impact of the film's innovative editing and cinematography. Join us for this fascinating discussion on the life and legacy of Bob Fosse, and where "All That Jazz" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #allthatjazz #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast

Join Bobby and Brian on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as they continue their Artist at a Crossroads series by reviewing the 2021 musical drama "tick, tick...BOOM!" directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda. This film adaptation of the semi-autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson stars Andrew Garfield, Alexandra Shipp, and Vanessa Hudgens. Our hosts discuss the themes of the movie, including the struggles of pursuing a career in the arts and the pressures of turning 30, as well as the performances of the cast. They also delve into the tragic backstory of Jonathan Larson, who tragically passed away on the eve of the first preview of his groundbreaking musical "Rent." Tune in to this insightful discussion as we explore the legacy of Larson and where "tick, tick...BOOM!" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #ticktickboom #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast

Join Bobby and Brian on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as they review and rank the 2022 film "Women Talking" for our Best Picture series. Directed by Sarah Polley and based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Miriam Toews, the movie features a star-studded cast including Frances McDormand, Rooney Mara, and Claire Foy. The film centers around a group of women from a Mennonite colony who must decide whether to stay and fight or leave after they discover they have been repeatedly drugged and raped by men from their community. Our hosts discuss the film's themes of female empowerment, faith, and community, as well as its direction and performances, to determine where it lands on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Tune in now to find out! Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #WomenTalking #SarahPolley #MiriamToews #BestPictureSeries #FiftyFilmsPodcast

"In this latest episode of the Fifty Films podcast, Bobby and Brian tackle the film "Everything Everywhere All at Once". This thought-provoking film explores themes of family, mortality, and our obligations to each other. The hosts delve into the impact of these themes on the film's overall message and rank its place among the Top 50 Movies of all time. With a special guest appearance by John Hampson of Nine Days, who's song "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)" is featured prominently in the film, this episode is not to be missed! Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #EverythingEverywhereAllAtOnce #Family #Mortality #FiftyFilmsPodcast #JohnHampson"
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