Scene by Scene

By Justin Johnson & Joe Lefeber

Scene by Scene is not a traditional movie review podcast. It’s a film discussion podcast with two independent filmmakers fascinated by the filmmaking process. Every other week, Joe and Justin break

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The podcast currently has 49 episodes available.

Scene by Scene episodes:

October 27, 2023 The Descent (2005) | Dir. Neil Marshall
In this episode, we discuss Neil Marshall's The Descent, including the film’s lighting, the mistakes made in the first act, and whether the creatures help or harm the film.

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Supplemental Material:
The Descent Blu-ray

Additional Audio Sources:
The Descent Trailer
"The Descent: Beneath the Scenes" on The Descent Blu-ray
"DescENDING: Interview with Neil Marshall" on The Descent Blu-ray

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1h 57min
October 13, 2023 Prince of Darkness (1987) | Dir. John Carpenter
In this episode, we discuss John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness, including the screenplay's missteps, the effective use of insects, and Carpenter's visual techniques.

See where Prince of Darkness is available to watch.

Supplemental Material:
Scream Factory's Prince of Darkness Blu-ray
John Carpenter on Managing to "Survive" Hollywood (Variety Interview)

Additional Audio Sources:
Prince of Darkness Trailer
Scream Factory's Prince of Darkness Blu-ray
John Carpenter Interview with BBC

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1h 53min
September 29, 2023 It Comes at Night (2017) | Dir. Trey Edward Shults
In this episode, we discuss Trey Edward Shults' It Comes at Night, including the film's marketing, our interpretations of "it", and the film's use of traditional horror conventions and iconography.

See where It Comes at Night is available to watch.

Supplemental Material:
It Comes at Night Blu-ray
Anatomy of a Scene: Trey Edward Shults Narrates a Scene From ‘It Comes at Night’
Trey Edward Shults & Cast Interview with BUILD Series
It Comes at Night DP Drew Daniels on New Lenses, Old Dogs and Using Actors as Bounce Cards by Matt Mulcahey
Why the Director of 'It Comes at Night' Hopes Audience "Don't Catch On" to his Technological Tricks by Tasha Robinson
Deeply Personal 'It Comes at Night' is the Anti-Horror Film of Summer by Patrick Ryan
Cinematography Techniques: Cinematic Flattening in Profile by David Goodman

Additional Audio Sources:
It Comes At Night Official Trailer
It Comes at Night Blu-ray
Trey Edward Shults & Cast Interview with BUILD Series

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1h 37min
September 15, 2023 Possession (1981) | Dir. Andrzej Żuławski
In this episode, we discuss Andrzej Żuławski’s Possession, including our interpretations of the film's creature and doppelgängers, the expressive actor blocking, and the abrasive (yet successful) performances.

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Supplemental Material:
Mondo Vision's Possession Blu-ray

Additional Audio Sources:
Possession Official Trailer
Mondo Vision's Possession Blu-ray
Audio Commentary on Mondo Vision's Possession Blu-ray
"The Other Side of the Wall" on Mondo Vision's Possession Blu-ray

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1h 42min
August 18, 2023 Synecdoche, New York (2008) | Dir. Charlie Kaufman
In this episode, we discuss Charlie Kaufman’s Synecdoche, New York, including the lack of subtlety, the execution of numerous themes and ideas, and whether the film encapsulates the human experience.

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Supplemental Material:
Synecdoche, New York Blu-ray
Charlie Kaufman | BAFTA Screenwriters’ Lecture Series
Charlie Kaufman Interview with WGA West
Charlie Kaufman and Catherine Keener Interview with movieweb
Charlie Kaufman Interview with DP/30

Additional Audio Sources:
Synecdoche, New York Trailer
Synecdoche, New York Blu-ray
"In and Around Synecdoche, New York" on the Blu-ray
"The Story of Caden Cotard" on the Blu-ray
"NFTS/Script Factory Masterclass" on the Blu-ray
Charlie Kaufman Interview with WGA West

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1h 58min
August 04, 2023 Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) | Dir. Werner Herzog
In this episode, we discuss Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God, including Herzog's process, the unconventional storytelling, and the masterful approach to perspective.

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Supplemental Material:
Shout! Factory's Aguirre, the Wrath of God Blu-ray
Werner Herzog's MasterClass
Werner Herzog: A Guide for the Perplexed (Book)
Aguirre, the Wrath of God Review by Roger Ebert
Bill Hader on Aguirre, the Wrath of God

Additional Audio Sources:
Aguirre, the Wrath of God Trailer
Shout! Factory's Aguirre, the Wrath of God Blu-ray
Werner Herzog's MasterClass

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1h 59min
July 21, 2023 No Bears (2022) | Dir. Jafar Panahi
In this episode, we discuss Jafar Panahi's No Bears, including the self-reflective themes, Panahi's focus on women in Iranian society, and how Panahi captures the documentary aesthetic.

See where No Bears is available to watch.

Supplemental Material:
Jafar Panahi's Miami Film Festival Precious Gem Award Acceptance Speech
Ramin Bahrani on No Bears
Jafar Panahi Interviews (Conversations with Filmmakers Series) (Book)
The Politics of Iranian Cinema: Film and Society in the Islamic Republic by Saeed Zeydabadi-Nejad
The Film Comment Podcast | Mina Kavani on Jafar Panahi’s No Bears (Podcast)
Sideshow, Janus Films Take U.S. Rights to Jafar Panahi’s ‘No Bears’ by Scott Roxborough
Jafar Panahi’s Ingenious, Tragic “No Bears” Is a Formalist Triumph by Richard Brody
The Case of Jafar Panahi – An Interview with the Iranian Director of The Circle by Stephen Teo
In Real Time: An Interview with Jafar Panahi by Peter Rist

Additional Audio Sources:
No Bears US Trailer
No Bears (The Criterion Channel Transfer)
The Film Comment Podcast | Mina Kavani on Jafar Panahi’s No Bears (Podcast)
Mina Kavani Shares Statement From Jafar Panahi at NYFF60 Premiere of No Bears

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1h 41min
July 07, 2023 Bless Their Little Hearts (1984) | Dir. Billy Woodberry
In this episode, we discuss Billy Woodberry's Bless Their Little Hearts, including the film's expertly crafted opening, the theme of masculinity, and the film's place within the L.A. Rebellion film movement.

See where Bless Their Little Hearts is available to watch.

Supplemental Material:
Milestone Films' Bless Their Little Hearts DVD
UCLA Library Film & Television Archive's The Story of L.A. Rebellion
What Is LA Rebellion Film Movement? The Essential Guide
Notebook Primer: L.A. Rebellion by A.E. Hunt
Billy Woodberry - Bless Their Little Hearts Q&A
Billy Woodberry - L.A. Filmforum Q&A (November 10, 2016)
Arts Express | Featuring Bill Woodbury, Director of Bless Their Little Hearts (Podcast)
‘Bless Their Little Hearts’ Director Billy Woodberry on His First Feature in Over Thirty Years by Danny King
“People Can Choose to Create the Collective, Social Experience”: Billy Woodberry on Bless Their Little Hearts by Steve Macfarlane and Madeline Coleman

Additional Audio Sources:
Bless Their Little Hearts Trailer
Milestone Films' Bless Their Little Hearts DVD

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1h 47min
June 23, 2023 Miami Connection (1987) | Dir. Richard Park & Y.K. Kim
In this episode, we discuss Richard Park & Y.K. Kim's Miami Connection, including Kim’s aspirations for the film, the unsuccessful execution of fight scenes, and why every character is an orphan.

See where Miami Connection is available to watch.

Supplemental Material:
Vinegar Syndrome's Miami Connection 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray
Vice Outsider | TaeKwonDo Rockers vs. Cocaine-Dealing Ninjas: The True Story of 'Miami Connection'
‘Miami Connection’ Goes From Flop to Fame by Mike Ayers

Additional Audio Sources:
Miami Connection Re-Release Trailer
Vinegar Syndrome's Miami Connection 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray
"Resurrecting the Dragon" on Vinegar Syndrome's 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray
"Who is Y.K. Kim?" on Vinegar Syndrome's 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray

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1h 49min
June 09, 2023 Hard Ticket to Hawaii (1987) | Dir. Andy Sidaris
In this episode, we discuss Andy Sidaris' Hard Ticket to Hawaii, including the nonsensical narrative and character decisions, the lazy action filmmaking, and Sidaris’ filmmaker trademarks.

See where Hard Ticket to Hawaii is available to watch.

Supplemental Material:
Andy Sidaris Official Website
Mill Creek's Hard Ticket to Hawaii Blu-ray
Naked Truth: The Fall and Rise of Dona Spier by Dona Spier and Chris Epting (Book)
Andy Sidaris, Arlene Sidaris, & Dona Spier Interview with Jimmy Carter
Working the Angles in Low-Budget Paradise by Peter M. Nichols
Ma and Pa Sidaris by G. Noel Gross
Andy Sidaris: Bullets, Bombs, and Babes by Rich Rosell
The Man Who Invented Sports Television’s “Honey Shot” By Josh Levin

Additional Audio Sources:
Hard Ticket to Hawaii Trailer
Mill Creek's Hard Ticket to Hawaii Blu-ray
Audio Commentary on Mill Creek's Hard Ticket to Hawaii Blu-ray
Andy Sidaris, Arlene Sidaris, & Dona Spier Interview with Jimmy Carter
Seconds To Play: Which End Zone?

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FAQs about Scene by Scene:

How many episodes does Scene by Scene have?

The podcast currently has 49 episodes available.

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