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- 55. Midsommar
This week we catch a train with Wes Anderson.
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33 min - 54. Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Time for us to crack a whip, put on out ridiculous hats and examine this fossil of a movie... Controversial opinions ahead!
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37 min - 53. Office Space
We talk about the thing we fear the most.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Going back to work.
- Losing pens
- Faking sick leave
- And Office Space
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Required Watching is your curriculum for cinematic literacy. We deconstruct the art and craft of filmmaking to help you become a sharper storyteller.
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25 min - Going back to work.
- 52. What We Do In The Shadows
We look at Taika Waititi and Jermaine Clement in one of their most iconic collaborations. This film has spawned 2 TV shows and a rumor mill regarding a sequel.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Werewolves
- Vampires
- Zombies
- And lots more.. like, movie stuff
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Required Watching is your curriculum for cinematic literacy. We deconstruct the art and craft of filmmaking to help you become a sharper storyteller.
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26 min - Werewolves
- 51. Fantasia
An early film from Disney shows us exactly why they have lasted so long.
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23 min - 50. Old Boy (2003)
This action packed Korea Drama brings it all and begs the question, "How do you live your life?" Curious? Us too.
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32 min - 49. The Big Lebowski
C'mon on this wild ride with us, The Dude and his bowling homies.
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22 min - 48. Kids
**Trigger Warning**
This episode of Required Watching references sexual assault from within the film.
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28 min - 47. Get Out
Jordan Peele and Daniel Kaluuya collaborate for the first time in this classic horror.
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28 min - 46. The Shawshank Redemption
I'll show you what's under my poster if you show me what's under yours?
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About Required Watching
From the publisher's feed
Go beyond the screen with the official podcast from Required Watching. This is your audio masterclass in the art of storytelling, designed for filmmakers, screenwriters, and dedicated…
cinephiles.
Each week, host and film analyst Tray Epps (and sometimes other guests) deconstruct the craft of cinema, providing practical "Toolkit" episodes to improve your work and in-depth interviews with industry professionals who are shaping the future of film.
If you're looking for actionable advice on everything from writing dialogue to sound design, or you want to hear from the directors, editors, and composers behind your favorite films, you've found your new required listening.
New episodes every week.
Find our full video essays and written guides at requiredwatching.com.
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