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  • GTGC - #167 - Summer Wars
    Hello dear listener! The Brig-A-Thon rolls on this week as we take on Summer Wars. That's right, the anime marathon keeps on keepin' on as Alex, Caleb, and Dustin sit around and discuss the movie with generally positive feelings. If you're interested in picking a marathon for the GoodTrash GenreCast then head over to Patreon for more information. 
    This week, after giving our initial reviews, we discuss Saturday Morning Cartoon Mashups that we would love to see. That's right, we'd be just as excited for an X-Men '92/TMNT crossover as you would be. Caleb cranks it to 11 for his choices and a great deal of fun is had by all. 
    Finally, we move into the portion of the show that you all came for; we get down to business and break open Summer Wars to find out what's going on behind the firewall of Oz. Alex kicks things off as she uses her education to great affect, talking e-governance and government policy and how Summer Wars takes a look at all of that. Caleb takes the reigns next to talk about Eastern Religion and the Internet. He discusses how the internet has taken philosophies from Shinto and Buddhism and taken them world wide, for the better. Dustin then takes things home to talk about the influence of Yasujiro Ozu (Tokyo Story) on Summer Wars; this leads him to discuss the integration of art house style on anime. 
    So, there you have it dear listener, the connection is strong, and we're getting connected. So why don't you find the network in your wifi list and join us on this interweb adventure. 
    Summer Wars Time Stamps
    00:45 - Welcome and Introductions
    02:15 - Synopsis and Quick Reviews
    09:28 - The Game: Saturday Morning Mashups
    15:44 - Analysis
    35:12 - Shelf/Trash - Else/Instead 
    40:19 - Wrap up, Social Media, Announce Next Week's Film
    44 min
  • GTGC - #166 - Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
    Hello everybody, March is upon us and that means it is a very special time here at the GoodTrash Media Network because we get to honor our first ever Patreon rewarded marathon of shows. That's right, if you give us the right amount of money, you can get choose a marathon for us to program, watch, and talk about. This is your best chance of telling us what to do and when to do it. The very fist Patron who has stepping up to the challenge is Mr. Brigham Cole. Brigham has always been a big supporter of the show, and he took that a step further by pledging. In doing so, he pledged at a level which awarded him with what we're calling The Brigha-Thon! All through March, thanks to Brigham, we are going to be looking at Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind which would put a director by the name of Hayao Miyazaki on the map and lead to the founding of one of the most influential animation studios on the planet, Studio Ghibli. 
    To kick off this marathon, we talk about our favorite animated heroines. For the first time ever, Alex could  hardly be contained and nearly spent the entire episode listing characters. I'm only half joking. From there, Dustin leads a round table discussion which addresses many of the topics within the films, including a look at the film's ecological, political, cultural, and feminist messages. 
    So, as the end draws nigh, prepare yourself for battle, or possibly protest, and go ahead and click that little play button for us. 
    Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind Timestamps

    00:45 - Welcome and Introductions


    02:43 - Synopsis and Reviews

    11:06 - The Game: Favorite Female Heroines 

    18:31 - Analysis - Round Table Style

    41:53 - Shelf or Trash/Else or Instead

    46:10 - Wrap up and Announce Next Week's Film 

    50 min
  • GTGC - #165 - Wild Wild West
    Ladies and Gentlemen, our time with the Fresh Prince must come to an end after we take a look at Wild Wild West. That's right, this week we close out our marathon with a look back at the 1999 flop starring Will Smith, Kevin Kline, and Kenneth Branagh. And this week, we're joined by GoodTrash Media's very own Frightful Femme, Kirsten Therkelson who was extremely excited to discuss one of her favorite guilty pleasure movies. If you're not familiar with Kirsten, you can read her work right here. 
    This week, we give our reviews and then we discuss our favorite Movies Based Off of TV Shows. That's right, Wild Wild West is an adaptation of the TV Show of the same title, and we thought it would be fitting to rattle off some of our favorites that have their roots in the small screen. 
    Finally, we get down to business as we bring a wealth of analysis to Wild Wild West. Caleb kicks things off with a discussion of Steam Punk and the history of that particular genre and aesthetic. He traces the cinematic roots of the style in a very thorough discussion. Alexandra then takes over with a look at Will Smith himself as she discusses how his most important and prominent roles have all been a play on the Fresh Prince character and persona that he developed so early in his career. Dalton then gives us a socio-historic history lesson as he discusses the Reconstruction period following the Civil War and some of the misconceptions that are presented and encouraged by Wild Wild West of that time. Kirsten then gives us a run down of cult cinema, and discusses how Wild Wild West misses the mark in terms of finding a place within the realm of cult cinema. Dustin finally takes us home by piggy backing off of Alex's reading as he discusses the star as auteur and how that helps us understand film a bit more. 
    While the movie didn't perform well, it was a perfect jumping off point for a plethora of analysis this week. So, get ready dear listener, your hand better be on that play button... If not, our hands are where our hips be at. 
    Wild Wild West Time Stamps
    00:45 - Welcome and Introductions
    04:07 - Voice of the Cinema and Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down Review
    13:57 - The Game
    21:51 - Analysis 
    44:32 - Shelf or Trash/Else or Instead
    50:04 - Social Media, Wrap Up, and Announce Next Week's Film
    53 min
  • GTGC - #164 - Focus
    The taxi to Bel Aire keeps rolling along, and this time we visit the Prince in the latter part of his career with a look at the con-man romance, Focus. The movie is nothing like the synopsis on IMDb or HBO Go would have you believe. In fact, it's really a film made of two stories, and the first one is mucher better than the second. But, we do what we always do as we take Will Smith's Focus to the analysis table. 
    Before the analysis can begin however, we sit around the table to talk about some of our favorite plot twists in film. So, beware, there may be spoilers for movies you haven't seen. It's a fun conversation as Caleb tries to upset Dustin with mentions of Rosebud. 
    This week, Dalton, Caleb, Alex, and Dustin discuss several key issues and ideas based around the production of Focus. Dalton and Alex wind up tag teaming the film as they discuss age discrepancies and feminism. The idea of the recent Twitter hit Ross Putnam and FemScriptIntros comes up as they discuss the sexism that is rampant in Hollywood filmmaking as well as Hollywood's lolita complex. Caleb then discusses Hollywood and American Culture's interest in Byronic characters; mentioning that this film further enforces the idea of the byronic hero as someone we should back and support. Dustin then wraps things up with a look at how the film can be viewed as a neo-noir. He goes into great detail about the formal aspects and the stylistic flourishes which allow this film to stand out before highlighting it as a modern take on a studio era, factory made film. 
    Alright dear listener, that's what we have in store for you this week. Remember, the hand is quicker than the eye; did you know you already hit the play button? Didn't see that one coming, did you? Remember, it's all about the focus. 
    Focus Time Stamps00:45 - Intros and Welcome03:11 - Synopsis and Reviews09:28 - The Game: Favorite Plot Twists - SPOILER ALERT16:20 - Analysis34:24 - Shelf or Trash: Else or Instead39:04 - Social Media, Wrap Up, and Next Week's Film
    43 min
  • GTGC - #163 - The Legend of Bagger Vance
    Fresh Prince February rolls on as Dustin, Alex, and Caleb gather back around the table to discuss Dustin's host pick, The Legend of Bagger Vance. Dustin continues his cause as the positive supporter of Will Smith's work this week as the reaction is definitely mixed around the table. 
    In keeping with the new format, we do our quick reviews and then jump in an interesting discussion about Voice Over Narration. The gang then discusses some memorable and favorite uses of the technique. Next, we get down to business as we begin to analyze The Legend of Bagger Vance. Alex provides a discourse on sports and pop culture and ties all of that in with ideas of storytelling. Caleb is next, and he provides a look at the story trope of the "Magical Negro" and why it is more problematic than normal in Bagger Vance. Dustin closes things out this week with a look at the film's stance on the environment and how Robert Redford's beliefs shine through. 
    It's an interesting show this week as we talk Bagger Vance with plenty of juicy discussion around the table. So, tee up and hit play... FORE!

    Legend of Bagger Vance Time Stamps00:45 - Welcomes and Intro03:56 - Synopsis and Reviews13:46 - The Game: Cinematic Voice Over27:30 - Analysis 49:12 - Shelf or Trash/Else or Instead53:59 - Social Media, Wrap Up, and Announce Next Week's Film
    57 min
  • GTGC - #162 - I Am Legend

    Grab your garlic and your crosses, Fresh Prince February kicks off with a look at 2007's blockbuster horror-action film, I Am Legend. That's right, we jump into the peak of Will Smith's career to tackle his end-of-days vampire picture which sees him trying to find a cure for the undead to restore some semblance of civilization.

    This week, Arthur, Dalton, Caleb, and Dustin gather around the table to get Fresh Prince February off the ground. Reactions to the film vary quite a bit, well not so much, but one person in particular is disappointed that I Am Legend wasn't more loved. As the new format takes shape, we follow our reviews up with our game. This week we discuss some of our favorite or most interesting star vehicles - those movies designed to bolster a movie stars career or re-launch their career. Following the game, we move into analysis. Dalton takes a shot at the studios and Hollywood as he discusses the two endings for I Am Legend, and why the theatrical cut makes it a very problematic film. Caleb picks this train of thought up and runs with it as he segues into a discussion of the Savior/Martyr complex and how I Am Legend seems to be deconstructing it. Dustin then brings things home with a look at the films discourse of capitalism and politics and how that interacts with radical theology and concludes that loving communities are a starting point for a more peaceful world.

    So, there you have it dear listener. We've checked our watch and it looks like the sun is starting to get low in the sky... I think it may be time for you to hit that play button, if you dare.

    Hey guys, we just want to remind you that there are a variety of ways you can connect with us:

    First, you can like us on Facebook.Secondly, check us out on Twitter.Finally, if you feel compelled, you can support us on Patreon.

     I Am Legend Time Stamps00:45 - Welcome and Introductions04:28 - Synopsis and Reviews14:40 - The Game: Star Vehicles23:46 - Analysis49:05 - Shelf/Trash: Else/Instead54:41 - Where to Find Us56:11 - Wrap up and Announce Next Week's Film
    59 min
  • GTGC - #161 - Zoolander
    It's ZOOlander, not Zoolander. That's right dear listener, we are back with a vengeance. Well, maybe not so vengeful, as we take on our very first Patreon Pick which comes from Sam LeCates. Sam has chosen for us to sit down and watch the Ben Stiller-directed, Zoolander. The 2001 comedy classic that is infinitely quotable and makes Will Ferrell mostly tolerable.We thought it would be a nice chance to honor our Patreons as well as riding the Hollywood Hype Train as we get ready for Zoolander 2 or 2ooLander, whichever you prefer. 
    To engage the follies of Derek Zoolander, Alex, Caleb, and Dustin gather around the table to get beneath the surface. Caleb springs at the chance and gets into a marxist reading of the economics being portrayed within the film. He takes a look at the salt-of-the-earth Zoolander and his everyman background and compares that to the capitalistic exploits of Mugatu. Alex uses this as a jumping in point before moving into some of the more troubling aspects of the films, specifically those brought about by peculiar uses of makeup both in diegetic and non-diegetic moments of the film. Dustin then takes us home with a discussion of Slavoj Zizek and fetishistic disavowal.He mentions how the movie tries to make us feel like we're seeing real causes being brought to light but then understanding that nothing's actually being done to be proactive in regards to those issues. 
    Alright dear listener, there you have it, get your Blue Steel ready and hit that play button; it's on. 
    Zoolander Time Stamps00:45 - Welcome and Introductions04:16 - Synopsis and Reviews08:26 - The Game: Favorite Cameos14:50 - Analysis33:06 - Shelf or Trash: Else or Instead39:02 - Social Media Plugs40:21 - Wrap Up and Announce Next Week's Film
    42 min
  • GTGC - #160 - Tangerine
    "Anti-Trash" rolls to a stop with Tangerine. We wrap up our "to good for us" marathon with a look at the indie wunderkind Tangerine which is about a sex worker who is on a quest to find her no-good pimp/boyfriend. It is one of the most acclaimed films of 2015, one of the reasons being that it was shot only on the iPhone 5. 
    PRODUCER'S NOTE: We  apologize for some of the technical issues that occur in the latter part of the episode. We will be troubleshooting to see what exactly went wrong. 

    Alex, Dalton, Dustin, and Caleb gather around the table to talk all about the film. They share their thoughts and quick reviews before diving into their in-depth analysis of the film. Dalton hits the ground running as he takes a look at the lesser regarded male characters who he finds to be very interesting in a film full of interesting characters. He specifically talks about their familial and societal roles while also discussing their sexual preferences and the way the film handles and looks at all of that. Alex then brings the heat as she compares the film to a fairy tale: Cinderella to be specific. She does a great job driving this home by highlighting different tropes and characteristics that mark this films inclusion into that genre. Caleb is next as he waxes poetic about the film's take on life in LA. It fails to glamorize it or focus on the high-faluting areas that we normally get from movies set in Hollywood. Dustin brings everything home by discussing form and production and how the film harkens back to the French New Wave and ponders if Tangerine can kick off a similar renaissance in American Filmmaking. 
    Then, using Tangerine as a catalyst, we delve into the Top 5 Films of  2015. Arthur joins the table at this point as the breakdown goes around the table - counting down 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. This conversation then shifts into a discussion of the honorable mentions of 2015 and our biggest disappointments. 
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    It's a fun time as we wrap up what has become one of our favorite marathons to present to you. So, when you're ready Dear Listener, click play:
    Tangerine Time Stamps00:45 - Welcome and Introductions02:25 - Synopsis and Reviews10:28 - Analysis30:25 - Shelf or Trash: Else or Instead35:04 - The Game: Best of 2015
    • "Top 5 of 2015"
  • "Honorable Mentions"
  • "Biggest Disappointment"
    • 1:04:33 - Wrap Up and Announce Next Week's Film
    1 hr 6 min
  • GTGC - #159 - Force Majeure
    Hello Dear Listener, the gang is back once again to continue the "Anti-Trash" marathon with a look at the Swedish drama, Force Majeure. Force Majeure is Dalton's host pick and things get a little heated as the gang dig deep into the family drama. We gather around the table as Dustin leads a round table and proposes questions about gender, ambiguity, aesthetics, and truth and how the film handles those subjects. All four hosts present great ideas about societal expectations, gender roles, and color symbolism. To go along with Force Majeure, we talk about our favorite cinematic or television dads. Either fathers who were memorable in some way or we just love the characters and want them to be our dads. So, now is the time. Pull on the ski boots, bundle up, and prepare to hit the slopes with us as we talk, Force Majeure. Force Majeure Time Stamps:45 - Welcome and Intros2:49 - Synopsis and Reviews9:39 - Analysis - SPOILERS32:58 - Shelf/Trash: Else or Instead38:28 - Feedback43:43 - The Game: Favorite TV/Movie Dads50:25 - Fired Up in Pop Culture (Warning: It Gets a little weepy here)1:04:00 - Wrap Up and Announce Next Week's Film
    1 hr 6 min

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A movie analysis show looking at your favorite cult and genre films from across cinema history. Each week, Dustin, Arthur, and Dalton try to apply academic rigor and critical analysis to the films you…