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Hey film buds,

every month here on the show is an opportunity for us. We can reexamine old favorites, find hidden gems, and learn from perspectives outside of our own, all in the world of film. This month, we decided to expand our horizons and learns more about American cinematic history by joining the nation in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

Introduction - 00:00

• Opening Chat

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage - 09:54

• Defining AAPI
• Some AAPI History
• The History of AAPI Heritage Month
• Some AAPI People of Note

To begin our journey, we looked backward to the first major Asian movie star (technically born in San Francisco), Bruce Lee. This week, we looked at Bruce Lee's history, reviewed his movie The Way of the Dragon, and discussed Stunt-Performer/Actors.

The Way of the Dragon - 28:52

• Bruce Lee History
• Production History and Background
• Review and Discussion

For the end of the show we got into some more recent topics. We discussed the Don't Worry Darling and Weird trailers, Sam Raimi's Spider-Man at 20, and more. If you haven't already, be sure to check out last week's episode.

End of Show - 01:06:40

• What We’re Watching
• New Trailers
• Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man at 20
• Star Wars Day

Total Runtime - 01:28:48

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Hey film buds,

The last weekend of every April brings about Arbor Day, a holiday dedicated to looking forward, planting seeds, and growing a better future. So naturally, we're going to yammer about movies and pretend they're related to Arbor Day.

Introduction - 00:00

• Friend of the Show Intro
• Opening Chat

The History of Arbor Day - 06:35

• What are your favorite pop-culture trees?
• What are your favorite environmentalist characters and movies?

Our first tree-centric movie is the 1992 animated cult-classic, FernGully. Joining us to talk about the film is writer, researched, one-time fairy enthusiast, and Friend of the Show Madelaine Davis. We'll review the animated film, as well as discuss the vocal performances, the messaging of the movie, and it's somewhat strange production history.

FernGully:The Last Rainforest - 23:12

• History and Background
• Review and Discussion

We're joined by a second Friend of the Show, Nick Delgadillo, to discuss the box-office titan, Avatar. James Cameron is a premiere spectacle-centric filmmaker, who has made some of the most cinematic films ever. We'll review Avatar, discuss the technology of the film, James Cameron, and the legacy of the two.

Avatar - 01:02:58

• Friend of the Show Intro
• James Cameron History
• History and Background
• Review and Discussion

For the end of our show, we'll round it out with a discussion. First will be a brief chat about What We're Watching, some media news including CinemaCon, Fast X's director shake-up, and more.

What We’re Watching, CinemaCon, and More - 02:00:57

Total Runtime - 02:12:10

Go and listen to all of Mad and Nick’s previous appearances here on the Film Buds Podcast. You can follow Mad and her work on her Instagram, Twitter, and personal website, and you can follow Nick on his IG, Twitter, Discussing Film, Knotfest, or personal website. If you haven't also make sure you listen to last week's episode and get signed up for our monthly newsletter. Talk to y'all next week.

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Friend of the Show Past Appearances

• Ep. 160: Judas and the Black Messiah
• Ep. 164: ZS’s Justice League
• Ep. 168: Mortal Kombat & Nobody
• Ep. 182: Early James Gunn
• Ep. 186: Hispanic Heritage
• Ep. 190: Hispanic Horror
• Ep. 191: Silent Horror
• Ep. 192: Slasher Extravaganza
• Ep. 196: Japanese Film
• Ep. 202: Simulated Worlds
• Ep. 203: Auteur Biopics
• Ep. 205: Single-Word Thrills
• Ep. 212: Women in History

Hey film buds,

Earth Day is an interesting holiday, one not tied as strongly to any specific imagery, icons, or religion. It is just all about all that makes up the Earth and how we impact those systems. To discuss film and the Earth, we looked at a few options including documentaries, movies about Global Warming, and more. Instead, we decided to look at one of the more controversial energy sources in the modern age: nuclear power.

Introduction - 00:00

The History of Earth Day - 03:33

• What movies make you think of Earth Day?

• What are your favorite Kaijus, Monsters, and their movies?

Japanese Film History - 15:59

Godzilla Production Background - 21:57

Godzilla (1954) Discussion & Review - 26:40

The first film we discuss is 1954's Godzilla. The Japanese film is a cinematic icon around the globe, and has been operating as a franchise for 68 years. We look at the franchise's history and review the film, as well as discuss Japan's film history, the atomic themes, and Kaiju movies. But there are less fanciful ways to discuss nuclear power.

A Brief Nuclear History in the 20th Century - 55:35

The China Syndrome Discussion & Review - 01:00:20

Small Spoiler Alert - 01:16:37-01:16:50

The second film we review handles nuclear energy in a more grounded way. The 1979 film The China Syndrome is more of a Thriller, but does it question nuclear power's reliability or the economic and political systems surrounding it? We'll review the film, talk about the messages of the film, and more.

What We’re Watching, Lauren’s Birthday, Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer, and More - 01:22:33

Total Runtime - 01:36:37

Finally, to wrap-up the discussion we talk about what's going on in media and personal news. We'll talk about What We're Watching, Lauren's Birthday, the Thor: Love and Thunder trailer, and more. If you haven't already, be sure to check out last week's episode and our previous Japanese film reviews with Ep. 196, Ep. 198, and Ep. 211.

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Hey film buds,

this weekend is a big one for the religiously inclined. Friday, April 15, marks the beginning of the Jewish celebration Passover, while Sunday is Easter Sunday. But, with Religious Horror as our theme, we decided it was as good a time as any to review Mike Flanagan's Netflix Original Midnight Mass.

Introduction - 00:00

Exposure to Catholicism, Catholicism in Media, and Paul (badly) Explains Catholicism - 02:17

Midnight Mass Discussion & Review - 27:50

Midnight Mass actually takes place during the Easter season. We'll be talking about Catholicism in Horror, Flanagan's reverence for Stephen King, and the show's core themes. Who knows. We may even find some time to get a review in.

Beyond that, we'll be talking about the new Stranger Things 4 trailer, David Cronenberg's Crimes of the Future and Cannes Film Festival, and more.

Stranger Things 4 Trailer, Cannes Film Festival news, Frank Langella Exiting The Fall of the House of Usher, and more - 01:06:50

Total Runtime - 01:22:54

If you haven't already, be sure to check out last week's episode and our latest Buds Being Buds, where we talk Everything Everywhere All at Once and Ambulance.

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The Buds

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Hey film buds,

This week on Buds Being Buds, Lauren and Paul get together to talk two new releases. First is the A24 film Everything Everywhere All at Once by Daniels. It is a super exciting, emotionally rich movie that tells a small story on a big canvas. Second is an English Language remake by Michael Bay called Ambulance. It is a mid-budget action movie that shows how practical effects still have a place in big spectacle.

Be sure to also check out our first Buds Being Buds, and last week's episode.

Introduction - 00:00

Everything Everywhere All at Once Review and Discussion - 00:02:05

Ambulance Review and Discussion - 00:22:39

Total Runtime - 00:42:09

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Hey film buds,

April is a month dedicated to all the April Holidays, and this week we begin to look at Religious Horror for the Easter and Halfway-to-Halloween season.

First film this week is the early Wes Craven film Deadly Blessing. The film is a unique Slasher from early in the genre that utilizes religious violence and repression to create an atmospheric, isolated Horror. Joining us is one of the film's Screenwriters, Glenn Benest. He helps us about the movie, how it uses religion and why they used it, and how well it incorporates religion into the film.

Introduction - 00:00

Glenn Benest Interview - 11:54

Deadly Blessing Review and Discussion - 37:06

Second, we talk about Prince of Darkness by iconic curmudgeon, John Carpenter. Utilizing a singular location, like other previous Carpenter stories, the film plunges into a lot of heady topics and ideas. We talk about how well they convey some of those concepts, how the film handles possession, and how its handling of religion differs from Deadly Blessing.

Glenn Benest Interview Pt 2 - 01:04:06

Prince of Darkness Review and Discussion - 01:16:04

What We’re Watching and Outro - 01:39:45

Total Runtime - 01:54:11

To finish the show, we have a quick talk about What We're Watching. If you haven't already, be sure to check out last week's episode, and be sure to check back Saturday for more from the Buds. If you want to know more about Glenn Benest, check out his personal website.

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The Buds

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Hey film buds,

Who doesn't love a twist? And a twist ending is kind of like a cinematic prank. Get the audience convinced of one truth or outcome, and reveal the truth. All throughout April, The Buds will be reviewing movies in theme with the Holidays in April.

Introduction - 00:00

April Fool’s Day Trailer - 05:40

April Fool’s Day Review and Discussion - 06:07

The first holiday in April brought The Buds to their first movie, the aptly named Slasher/Mystery April Fool's Day from 1986. Directed by Fred Walton and Written by Danilo Bach, the movie blends Teen Romp with a Slasher, not unlike certain aspects of other genre-blended Horror films. The Buds discuss the history of the April Fool's holiday, review the film, and talk about mixing up genres.

Paul Sees Slipknot, Men and Top Gun: Maverick trailers, Bruce Willis, Academy Award Winners, and What We’re Watching - 39:17

Total Runtime - 01:18:31

After the review, Paul talks about his recent experience with Slipknot, the trailers for Men and Top Gun: Maverick, the new Academy Awards Winners that made history, and What We're Watching. If you haven't already, be sure to check out last week's episode as well as Paul's review of One Perfect Shot, the new HBO Max Original.

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Hey film buds,

There are a few things we love here at The Film Buds Podcast. First, we love Horror. Second, we love bringing new films and filmmakers to y'all's attention. Third, we love having Friends of the Show. This week, we got all three.

As our final episode for Women in Film, to commemorate Women's History Month, the Buds alongside Dr. Alison Peirse are jumping back 32 years to 1990 with the cult-classics Mirror, Mirror and Pale Blood.

Mirror, Mirror is a fun Teen Horror film with some nasty violence, demonic possession, and best of all, friendship. The straight-to-video gem is the daring directorial debut of Marina Sargenti, and uses its influences to proudly make a fun, twisted little horror film that does a lot with a limited budget. We discuss the themes, the movie's oral fixation, and much more.

Second is the Vampire Thriller, Pale Blood, directed by V.V. Dachin Hsu. Less influenced by particular films and instead by the zeitgeist of the music and films of the time. The Buds talk about production techniques, the differences in style between the two films, and their similarities.

Be sure to check out more of Dr. Alison Perise's work by following her Instagram or visiting her website, and be sure to check out her book Women Make Horror. If you haven't already, be sure to also check out last week's episode, our first episode of our new, candid show Buds Being Buds, and our review of the HBO Max Original One Perfect Shot.

I also wanted to thank all our guests that helped make Women in Film such a fantastic and informative month, including Austin and Tori from The Third Impact Anime Podcast and writer Madelaine Davis. We hope y'all enjoyed the episodes and we look forward to continuing on with a new theme next month.

Thanks y'all,

The Buds

Episode Guide

Does a Horror Film Have to be Scary - 00:00

Introduction - 04:13

Mirror, Mirror Review and Discussion - 18:06

Pale Blood Review and Discussion - 01:07:13.5

Does a Horror Film Have to be Scary, Women in Film Round-Up, and More - 01:47:34

Total Runtime - 02:09:46

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Hey buds,

There are times where sometimes you just want to talk with your friends. In Buds Being Buds, a new series of extra Film Buds content, we get together with our friends for a chat.

In our first episode, Film Buds OG host and creator Henry and current host Paul talk about long distance relationships, Henry's military career, hosting the show, and what Henry has been watching.

It's a fun, breezy conversation among pals that have known each other for almost ten years.

We hope y'all enjoy.

Thanks y'all,

The Buds

PS Check out the main show, here

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This week, the Film Buds are joined by Friend of the Show Madelaine Davis as we continue to Highlight Women in Film for Women's History Month. For this episode, we're covering Women in History, specifically the early half of the 20th century.

Our first filmmaker is Lois Weber and her controversial social-issue film Where Are My Children from 1916. Why is it controversial? Well, probably because it is about birth control and abortion. Guess you could say it is still controversial to this day. We'll discuss thematic elements of the film, Weber's career, and the legacy of the film.

Second is Dorothy Arzner, another pioneering woman, and her showgirl-centric comedy Dance, Girl, Dance from 1940. Arzner and her sensibilities are wildly different, so beyond reviewing the film we'll discuss her legacy, compare the filmmakers, and also talk about the differences in when they were working.

You can find Madelaine @MadelaineD_ on Twitter and @madelained_ on Instagram. Also, check out Taking an Accurate Sexual History here and “The Women on Screen, the Women in the Mirror”. If you haven't already, be sure to check out last week's episode, and if you want more history on Lucille Ball make sure to check out Episode 205.

Thanks y'all,

The Buds

Episode Guide

Intro - 00:00

Discussion on Representation - 03:37

Where Are My Children Review and Lois Weber History - 25:05

Dance, Girl, Dance Review and Dorothy Arzener History - 01:04:07

Total Runtime - 01:43:35

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