Motion Picture Matchmaker

By Isabella Robinson

Motion Picture Matchmaker is a weekly podcast matching up two movies from the current awards season. Each week, host Isabella Robinson and guests will share their thoughts on the films of the week and... more

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How many episodes does Motion Picture Matchmaker have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.

Motion Picture Matchmaker episodes:

January 24, 2025 Superman: The Movie (1978) + Batman (1989)
A discussion with Derrick on Superman: The Movie (1978) and Batman (1989).
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of violence
Episode Credits:
Hosted and Produced by Isabella Robinson
Special Guest: Derrick Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050
Special Thanks to Professor Blatter, the From the Fryer Podcast, and the Robinson Family
References:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078346/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096895/
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1h 32min
January 10, 2025 Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) + Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023)
[Re-release with edited audio] A discussion with Kareena on Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023).
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of generational trauma, sexism, and classism
Episode Credits:
Hosted and Produced by Isabella Robinson
Special Guest: Kareena Salvi
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050
Special Thanks to Professor Blatter, the From the Fryer Podcast, and the Robinson Family
References:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0248126/?ref_=tttrv_ov
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14993250/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Bollywood-film-industry-India
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1h 34min
December 26, 2024 The Godfather (1972) + Goodfellas (1990)
A discussion with Christina on The Godfather (1973) and Goodfellas (1990). Content Warning: this episode touches on mafia violence, gun violence, murder, violence, election grief, Donald Trump, sexism, blood, gore, cursing, stereotypes
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring guest Christina Rodden
Produced by Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to Professor Blatter, From the Fryer Podcast, Providence Tour Company, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050
References:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068646/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099685/
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1h 41min
December 19, 2024 The Terminator (1984) + The Blade Runner (1982)
A discussion with Christoff on The Terminator (1984) and The Blade Runner (1982). Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of murder, violence, dubious consent, and nudity
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring guest Christoff Bandele
Produced by Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to Professor Blatter, From the Fryer Podcast, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050
Episode Credits:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083658/ || https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088247/
"Film Noir." Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Aug. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/art/film-noir. Accessed 20 October 2024.
Wikipedia contributors. "Tech noir." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 15 Oct. 2024. Web. 21 Oct. 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tech_noir
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1h 32min
December 12, 2024 Fright Night (1985) + The Exorcist (1973)
A discussion with Lorenzo on The Exorcist (1973) and Fright Night (1985). Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of child sexual abuse, child abuse, pedophilia, gore, blasphemy, curse words, rape, and violence.
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring guest Lorenzo Occhialini
Produced by Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to Professor Blatter, the From the Fryer Podcast, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050
References:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089175/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070047/
Chambers, A. C. (2021). ‘Somewhere between science and superstition’: Religious outrage, horrific science, and The Exorcist (1973). History of the Human Sciences, 34(5), 32-52. https://doi.org/10.1177/09526951211004465
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1h 33min
May 18, 2024 Bye! (for now)
A quick little season wrap-up featuring thank yous and future podcast news
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson
Produced by WMNJ & Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to the WMNJ board, Professor Blatter, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050/
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11min
May 10, 2024 Summer Blockbusters
In this episode of Motion Picture Matchmaker, I discuss with Abi on the new blockbusters coming out this summer. Featuring a surprise visit from Kyriaki!
Movie Trailers:
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
(In theaters on May 24th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVswuip0-co
Inside Out 2
(In theaters June 14th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEjhY15eCx0
Kinds of Kindness
(In theaters June 21st)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fYtuE_ZJ4E
The Bike Riders
(In theaters June 21st)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrSaVt5pvPk
A Quiet Place: Day One
(In theaters June 28th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPY7J-flzE8
Maxxxine
(In theaters July 5th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0uS3t6nFgY
Twisters
(In theaters July 19th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdok0rZdmx4
Trap
(In theaters August 9th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJiPAJKjUVg
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring Abi Linton
Produced by WMNJ & Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to WMNJ board, Professor Blatter, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050/
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54min
May 03, 2024 Honorable Mentions
In this episode of Motion Picture Matchmaker, I discuss with guest Christina some of the honorable mentions of 2023 that were overlooked.
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring Christina Rodden
Produced by WMNJ & Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to WMNJ board, Professor Blatter, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050/
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1h 18min
April 26, 2024 The Holdovers + Perfect Days
In this episode of Motion Picture Matchmaker, a discussion with guest Suzy on The Holdovers (2023) and Perfect Days (2023).
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault, statutory rape, grief
References:
The Holdovers: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15789038/
Perfect Days: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7160372/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Further Reading: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/alexander-payne-rose-mcgowan-sexual-misconduct-allegations-1234759987/
https://ew.com/the-holdovers-accused-of-plagiarism-by-luca-writer-8606869
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring Suzy Ott
Produced by WMNJ & Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to WMNJ board, Professor Blatter, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050/
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1h 14min
April 23, 2024 Anatomy of a Fall + The Zone of Interest
In this episode of Motion Picture Matchmaker, I discuss with guest Lorenzo Anatomy of a Fall (2023) and The Zone of Interest (2023). This recording has a bit of an echo, but please listen to the episode despite the tech difficulties : P
References:
Anatomy of a Fall: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15789038/
The Zone of Interest: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7160372/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1
Jonathan Glazer’s Oscar Acceptance Speech:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVPKGH131HQ
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of death, suicide, murder, Anti-Semitism, Nazism, genocide, violence, and swearing
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Isabella Robinson featuring Lorenzo Occhialini
Produced by WMNJ & Isabella Robinson
Show Artwork by Isabella Robinson
Special Thanks to WMNJ board, Professor Blatter, and the Robinson Family
Theme Music: Take Your Girlie to the Movies (If You Can’t Make Love At Home) from the Library of Congress - Composed by Pete Wendling and Sung by Billy Murray: https://www.loc.gov/item/jukebox-33050/
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1h 5min

FAQs about Motion Picture Matchmaker:

How many episodes does Motion Picture Matchmaker have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.