In this episode of Frame by Frame, Christopher NOT Nolan explores the unifying power of movies, discusses casting trends in Hollywood, and reviews several recent films including G20, Until Dawn, The Accountant 2, and Sinners. He also reviews while reflecting on the nostalgia of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and provides insights into the sequel A Simple Favor. The episode also covers industry news, including Ryan Coogler's groundbreaking deal with Warner Brothers, and concludes with TV recommendations and a positive message for listeners.

.00:00 Finding Common Ground Through Film03:04 Setting the Record Straight06:11 Don't Mess With Madam President11:09 Every Night - A Different Nightmare15:48 Do You Like Puzzles?23:37 Oh Well - Sith Happens31:23 More Secrets... Served With Martinis37:51 Dance with the Game-Changer in Cinema50:56 What I'm Binging & Big Moves for a Big Mind

TakeawaysMovies can unite people across cultures and languages.Miscommunication on social media can lead to misunderstandings.Casting based on social media presence is a growing trend.Viola Davis delivers strong performances regardless of the film's quality.Video game adaptations often face high expectations from fans.The Accountant 2 improves on its predecessor with emotional depth.Nostalgia can enhance the viewing experience of classic films.Cultural representation in film is crucial for storytelling.Ryan Coogler's deal may change the landscape for filmmakers.

In this episode of Frame by Frame, host Christopher Not Nolan and guest Esme SplinterSon dive deep into the nostalgia of TMNT 2: The Secret of the Ooze. They discuss the film's tone shift from the darker first installment to a more comical approach, character development, and memorable scenes. The conversation also touches on the return of Shredder, the philosophical insights of Splinter, and the iconic dance break. They conclude with thoughts on the film's legacy and the current trends in casting based on social media presence in the movie buzz segment and the resurgence of movie theater attendance.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia

06:58 Tone and Character Changes

11:36 Memorable Scenes and Humor

16:38 Character Portrayals and Development

27:51 Shredder's Return and Missed Opportunities

39:00 On the Spot: TMNT Knowledge Quiz

55:55 Movie Buzz: The Latest

The introduction sets a humorous tone, emphasizing the host's identity.

TMNT 2 is a nostalgic exploration of childhood favorites.

The film's tone shift from dark to comical was significant.

Character development, especially of Keno, was noteworthy.

The return of Shredder raised questions about continuity.

Splinter's philosophical insights added depth to the narrative.

The dance break was a memorable and fun highlight.

Super Shredder's portrayal was seen as a missed opportunity.

The discussion on casting trends reflects current industry practices.

The episode wraps up with reflections on the film's impact and future.

In this episode of Frame by Frame, Christopher Not Nolan takes a deep dive into the iconic film 'The Sandlot.' He explores the film's nostalgic elements, themes of friendship and belonging, and its cultural impact over the years. Through personal anecdotes and insightful commentary, he highlights memorable quotes and scenes, while also engaging in a fun quiz segment. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to disconnect from technology and enjoy the outdoors, reminiscent of the carefree childhood depicted in the film.

02:55 Throwback Take: The Sandlot

05:18 Iconic Quotes and Their Impact

14:18Themes of Friendship & Teamwork

18:54 Cultural Influence of The Sandlot

21:20 Nostalgia and The Sandlot's Legacy

26:07 Fun and Games: Buzzfeed Quiz

30:53 Behind the Scenes: Fun Facts

37:15 Disconnect to Reconnect

Takeaways

The Sandlot is a quintessential coming-of-age film.

Nostalgia plays a significant role in the film's appeal.

Friendship and belonging are central themes in The Sandlot.

The film captures the essence of childhood adventures.

Memorable quotes from the film have become part of everyday language.

The Sandlot's cultural impact continues to resonate today.

The film showcases the importance of teamwork and camaraderie.

Christopher shares personal connections to the film's characters.

The Sandlot is often shown during 4th of July celebrations.

Disconnecting from technology can enhance real-life experiences.

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In this episode of Frame by Frame, Christopher NOT Nolan reviews part 1 of films released in April, including 'Hell of a Summer', 'Minecraft Movie', 'The Amateur', and 'DROP'. He provides insights into each film's strengths and weaknesses, discusses audience reception, and shares personal reflections on the cinematic experience. The episode also includes movie buzz about upcoming releases and a creative exercise for listeners.

05:18 Slashing into Summer

12:05 Build. Explore. Critique

19:47 On a Vengeance

25:03 First Date Gone Wrong...

32:19 Movie Buzz and Upcoming Projects

40:08 Critical Thinking Exercise & Positive Quote

Some Takeaways:

Easter celebrations can be fun for both kids and adults.

The podcast aims to provide detailed movie reviews without rushing.

'Hell of a Summer' is a fresh take on the summer camp slasher genre.

The 'Minecraft Movie' caters more to younger audiences than adults.

'The Amateur' offers a unique perspective on revenge thrillers while acknowledging lack of realism.

'DROP' presents a modern thriller with a fresh concept.

Editing styles can significantly impact viewer experience.

The importance of character development in films cannot be overstated.

Positive actions speak louder than words. Effort matters.

In this episode of Frame by Frame, Christopher Not Nolan takes listeners on a personal journey within his top 100 films, sharing insights and reflections on five selected movies. From the nostalgic charm of 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' to the visual artistry of 'Sin City', and the thrilling chaos of 'Godzilla: King of the Monsters', each film is explored for its unique impact on his life and the cinematic landscape. The episode also touches on the importance of unity and nostalgia in 'The Sandlot', the excitement of disaster films like 'Twister', and concludes with a roundup of the latest updates in the Movie Buzz.

Timestamps

09:28 Life Moves Pretty Fast...

17:36 Justice in These Sinful Streets

26:47 The Reign Continues

37:03 Heroes & Legends

46:20 Mother Nature's Evil Side

56:10 Movie Buzz: TV New Releases and Anticipations

01:03:46 Oscar Category Additions, Minecraft Controversy & More

01:20:09 Upcoming Projects: Dune, Godzilla, and Disney's Live-Action Plans

01:25:57 Reflections on Retirement: Cate Blanchett's Future

01:32:29 Trailer Roundup: Exciting New Releases

Takeaways

The selection of films is based on personal impact rather than critical acclaim.

'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' represents a nostalgic view of high school life.

'Sin City' showcases groundbreaking visual effects and storytelling.

'Godzilla: King of the Monsters' is a thrilling experience for monster film fans.

'The Sandlot' emphasizes the importance of childhood memories and unity.

'Twister' captures the fascination with natural disasters and their chaos.

The importance of recognizing stunt performers in the film industry is highlighted.

The episode encourages listeners to explore their own film preferences.

Christopher Not Nolan shares his personal connection to each film discussed.

The episode concludes with a positive message about self-worth.

In this episode, we continue our series of the Throwback Takes, where a film that is considered Iconic is discussed of its memorable scenes, themes, cultural impact and more! And by we? I mean our special guest Esme! Hear us dive in with our take of the film he chose - the TMNT 1990 film! In addition to a fun segment where we uncover which ninja turtle he actually is and the latest Movie Buzz is juicy!

-Introduction of Special Guest (2:48)

-Getting into the world of TMNT (5:03)

-Exploring the 1990 TMNT Film (7:17)

-Mental Health Reflection in TMNT (27:08)

-Family Dynamics & Relatability (32:43)

-Character Development: The Weaknesses of the Ninja Turtles (38:52)

-Random Facts (42:11)

-TMNT Reveal & Latest Movie Buzz (45:47)

-Disney’s Financial Loss with Snow White (53:46)

-Upcoming Sequels & Franchise Expansions (55:34)

-Reboot Discussions (57:04)

-TMNT News & Future Projects (1:00:21)

Behold - 6 Mangoes will be picked in this episode! Will they be fresh... or will they be dreadful? Or perhaps in between? Listen through to find out where these films will be placed! In addition, a LOT has been discovered in these streets for the MOVIE BUZZ! What a lot of ground to cover!

In this episode:

Mickey 17 review (1:58)

Black Bag review (5:16)

Snow White review (8:22)

The Alto Knights review (14:35)

Death of a Unicorn review (17:26)

Woman in the Yard review (21:25)

Latest Movie Buzz (26:18)

Christina Ricci's Latest Interview (27:05)

Wicked For Good Poster Reveal (28:26)

Unfortunate News (29:27)

Another Input on AI in the Film Industry (30:15)

Maleficient 3 In The Works (31:44)

3 Epic Movies in March 2027 (32:27)

Marvel's Doomsday Cast Reveal (33:24)

Zack Snyder's Next Project (36:12)

Newly Released Trailers (37:35)

Positive Quote (39:54)

In this episode, we take a dive into what y'all wanted to know about some of my personal favorites with some submitted questions! Plus we tackle some television news that I'm currently binging & the latest movie buzz where... y'all need to sit down for this!

Favorite Foreign Film - 3:30

Inspiration behind the Podcast - 6:04

Favorite Disney Film - 9:20

Films I Wish to Unsee - 13:08

Favorite Actor & Actress - 17:32

Resurrecting Icons - 22:20

Television Insight - 25:13

Movie Buzz - 28:40

My Reaction to the Freakier Friday Trailer - 28:45

Updates on Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey - 30:25

Michael Bay & James Cameron - 33:05

Sadie Sink Role in Spider Man 4 - 33:50

The Last of Us Season 2 Trailer - 34:11

Pride & Prejudice Rereleased in Theaters - 34:34

Update on Russo Brothers with Doomsday & Secret Wars - 35:02

Emma Watson Not Distancing from Hermione Granger - 35:43

Anna Kendrick & Blake Lively's Press Tour - 37:37

Saw 11 Cancelled Release - 39:30

Positive Quote - 40:40

In this episode, we begin our ThrowBack Take series where an iconic film will be broken down of its appreciation, impact onto society and much more and our first one begins with a very special guest... Plus some Fun Facts, Buzzfeed Quizzes and obviously... MOVIE BUZZ!

Introducing & Getting to know our special guest - 2:09

Background of the iconic film Scream - 8:01

The opening scene - 10:55

A memorable scene - 13:22

Gail Weathers... Not Courtney Cox? - 15:52

Impact Onto Society - 17:31

Themes Behind Scream - 23:47

Exploitive Nature in Media - 23:51

Female Intuition - 24:30

Toxic Masculinity & Unchecked Anger - 26:20

LGBTQ+ Undertones - 29:30

Fun Facts behind Scream - 32:17

1st Buzzfeed Quiz - 43:11

2nd Buzzfeed Quiz - 49:43

Movie Buzz - 59:26

Scarlet Johannsson Not Returning as Black Widow - 59:32

I Know What You Did Last Summer Reboot - 1:00:46

Ted Lasso Season 4 - 1:02:08

4 Animated Movies & Their Anniversaries - 1:02:38

Cujo Remake - 1:04:25

Rachel Zegler & Gal Gadot's Press Tour - 1:07:55

This episode includes my take on the most recent releases of films - Heart Eyes, Captain America Brave New World, The Monkey and Last Breath... Which ones will get fresh mangos and which ones are dreadful? Plus a surprise exercise to close the episode so take a listen and find out!

Heart Eyes Review - 2:08

Captain America Brave New World Review - 4:01

The Monkey Review - 9:35

Last Breath Review - 13:05

Thought Provoking Exercise - 20:46