GEN F(ilm)

GEN F(ilm)

By Morgan Shmalo and Evie RoopTV & Film
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GEN F(ilm) episodes

  • GEN F(ilm): The Dark Knight & Wonder Woman 1984

    In our first episode of 2021, we dive head first into the world of DC superheroes. Join us as we drool over Christian Bale in The Dark Knight (2008) and rant about the untouched possibilities of Wonder Woman 1984 (2020). We missed you and hope you enjoy this special episode!

    38 min
  • Gen F(ilm): In the Mood for Love & Happy Together

    Week 12 has arrived and we are so excited to divulge in the creative works of director Wong Kar Wai! Two of his most iconic movies are In the Mood for Love (2000) and Happy Together (1997) which highlight the individuality of his work. From nonlinear narratives to Nat King Cole we discuss the beauty of these foreign film masterpieces!

    29 min
  • GEN F(ilm): Imitation of Life & Moonlight

    This week we're talking about Imitation of Life (1934) and the recent Oscar winner Moonlight (2016). The first film highlights the long history of racism in Hollywood. Moonlight allows us to discuss spectatorship and the audience. We need to be cognizant of the media that we consume, because films, especially, hold a lot of power. 

    24 min
  • Gen F(ilm): The Great Gatsby & WALL-E
    Our lovely listeners wrote in this week letting us know which films they wanted and here's what we concocted for you: The Great Gatsby (1974) & WALL-E (2008)! While this unlikely duo of films may seem to be galaxies apart, we went to work and found that there is more to it than just the rich and famous and robots. Together we look deeper into the social commentaries of each movie and how love, greed, and capitalism surround their stories.
    33 min
  • Gen F(ilm): Cléo from 5 to 7 & Frances Ha
    Who runs the world? Girls obviously! That's why this week’s episode is focusing on women in film and the creative minds behind these should-be classic movies! We are watching Cléo from 5 to 7, an Agnès Varda film from 1962, and Frances Ha from 2012, written by and staring Greta Gerwig. Together we analyze the power of the French New Wave and their relevance today; while also highlighting the power of female friendships!
    29 min
  • GEN F(ilm): The Godfather & Taxi Driver

    In this week's episode we explore two films from the 70's. The Godfather (Coppola 1972) depicts the complexities of family in the 1940's for members of the Italian mob. Taxi Driver (Scorsese 1976) showcases the rough and decaying streets of New York City post-Vietnam War. Robert De Niro and Al Pacino shine in these career solidifying roles and manage to rock some great do's while they're at it. Plus we threw in a little Shark Tale commentary, as a bonus. 

    29 min
  • Gen F(ilm): Vertigo & Rear Window
    This week we dive into two of Alfred Hitchcock’s greatest films: Vertigo (1958) and Rear Window (1954)! Jimmy Stewart takes to the screen in both of these films, staring alongside him in Vertigo is Kim Novak and Grace Kelly I’m Rear Window. Together we discuss Hitchcock’s dizzying style and chaotic themes.
    37 min
  • GEN F(ilm): Casablanca & Fight Club
    Special episode this week! You guys voted and our winners were Casablanca (1942) and Fight Club (1999). Together we uncover the unlikely commonalities between both films and the meaning behind the antihero! Casablanca has two unforgettable performances by Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, Fight Club highlights the magnificent work of Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, and Helena Bonham Carter!
    27 min
  • GEN F(ilm): Viva Las Vegas & Bye Bye Birdie
    Love musicals as much as we do? Well this week we are diving into two classics: Viva Las Vegas (1994) with Elvis Presley, and Bye Bye Birdie (1993). Both of these sing-along films are directed by George Sydney; while also staring the timeless Anne-Margaret. 
    Together we uncover the truth about these 60's classics, from affairs to the catchy songs we just can't stop singing!
    33 min
  • GEN F(ilm): Un Chien Andalou, The Lobster & The Favourite
    In this weeks episode we are looking at two films directed by Yorgos Lanthimos: The Lobster (2015) and the Favourite (2018). In addition, we added a surrealist film from 1929 entitled Un Chien Andalou by Luis Buñuel and Salvador Dalí. Together we unpack surrealism and how it is displayed in all three of these films.
    Not only are these films projects of surrealist ideas, but also include a well known cast of actors! Olivia Coleman and Rachel Weisz appear in both of Lanthimos's films; while other famous actors such as Collin Ferrel, Emma Stone, John C. Reilly, & Nicholas Hoult make up the dynamic casts of Lanthimos’s crazy worlds.
    37 min

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Two Gen Z-ers discussing classic films to cult favorites, and asking the question: why should we pay attention to the past in our technological age? Will we find the films once considered masterpieces…