Outside the Cinema

In this episode, Bill and Lord Reverend Bricklemyer discuss their return to the podcast after a hiatus, touching on personal health updates, the current political climate, and their thoughts on new horror films, particularly focusing on 'The Substance,' a body horror film featuring Demi Moore. They explore themes of identity, duality, and the visual storytelling techniques used in the film, while also sharing their insights on the horror genre and its evolving landscape. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the themes of Hollywood's treatment of women, the consequences of selfishness, the transition of a film into horror, the impact of aging on self-perception, and their final thoughts on the film's execution and recommendations. They explore the symbolism within the film, the societal implications of aging, and the effectiveness of body horror as a genre.

In this episode of Outside the Cinema, hosts Bill and Lord Reverend Bricklemyer discuss the highly anticipated horror thriller 'Long Legs', directed by Osgood Perkins. They delve into the film's psychological elements, character dynamics, and the effective marketing that built hype around it. The conversation explores the performances, particularly that of Nicolas Cage, and the film's cinematography, while also addressing the balance between horror and psychological thriller genres. The hosts share their recommendations and grades for the film, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses.

In this episode, Bill and Lord Reverend Bricklemyer discuss personal updates related to Bill's upcoming surgery and the challenges of living with a stoma. They delve into the world of Tubi Originals, focusing on the remake of 'Terror Train' and its character dynamics, before transitioning to a review of 'Deep Web Murder Show.' The conversation touches on themes of health insurance, politics, and the horror genre, ultimately leading to a comparative analysis of various horror films and their remakes.

In this episode, Bill and Prof. Christopher Bricklemyer discuss personal updates, recent films they've watched, and delve into critiques of the Alien franchise and the evolution of Star Wars. They reflect on the oversaturation of content in the film industry, share thoughts on Neil Breen's unique filmmaking style, and wrap up with final thoughts on the current state of cinema. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various movie reviews, including the sequel to Beetlejuice, the new film Jackpot featuring John Cena and Aquafina, and a documentary about the Brat Pack led by Andrew McCarthy. They discuss the nostalgia and mixed feelings surrounding these films, the evolution of characters, and the impact of conventions on fans. The conversation highlights the hosts' personal reflections on the films and their anticipation for upcoming releases.

"I was more impressed with this than I thought I would be."

In this episode, Bill and Lord Reverend Bricklemyer discuss their recent experiences, including health challenges, the Salem Parade, and family dynamics. They share insights on community engagement through events like the Ghostbusters parade and transition into movie reviews, focusing on 'The Piper,' a modern retelling of the Pied Piper story that explores themes of music and horror. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the themes of music's impact in horror films, the importance of visual storytelling, and their recommendations for various movies, including 'The Camp Host' and 'Psycho 3'. They explore character dynamics, supernatural elements, and the overall effectiveness of these films, culminating in a review of 'The Wild Robot', a family-friendly animated film.

Summary

In this episode, the hosts delve into the world of Tubi Originals, discussing their experiences with the platform and the distribution challenges faced by independent filmmakers. They share personal travel stories and insights into the film festival circuit, before diving into detailed reviews of two films: 'Lowlifes' and 'The Last Exit'. The conversation explores themes of family dynamics, survival, and the unexpected twists that both films present, ultimately providing recommendations and ratings for each. In this conversation, the hosts delve into a film review, discussing character introductions, plot developments, and the psychological tension that unfolds throughout the movie. They analyze the motivations of the characters, the impact of the storm, and the arrival of strangers that leads to a medical emergency. The conversation highlights the film's twists and turns, the manipulation of characters, and the overall themes of control and revenge. The hosts conclude with their ratings and final thoughts on the film's effectiveness and storytelling.

In this episode, the hosts delve into two Tubi Originals: 'Killer Body Count' and 'The Sin Turn.' They explore the themes of youth violence, sexuality, and the impact of religion on the characters' lives. The conversation highlights the character dynamics, plot twists, and the overall effectiveness of the films in delivering horror and suspense. The hosts provide their recommendations and ratings, discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each film, ultimately reflecting on the nature of Tubi Originals and their place in the horror genre.

In this episode of Outside the Cinema, hosts Bill and Prof. Christopher Bricklemyer delve into a variety of topics, including political commentary, celebrity influence in politics, and a review of Tubi Originals, specifically focusing on the film 'Deadly Invitations.' They discuss the film's plot, character dynamics, and critique its writing and production quality, while also reflecting on the current political landscape and its absurdities. In this conversation, Bill and Prof. Christopher Bricklemyer review two films, 'Deadly Invitations' and 'Romy', providing critiques on their storytelling, character development, and overall execution. They also discuss the classic film 'Psycho', analyzing its impact on the horror genre and its portrayal of complex characters. The discussion highlights the importance of nuanced storytelling and the evolution of horror films over the years.