Second Cut

By The Film Magazine

Lots of film podcasts focus on great or bad movies, but what about the ones in the middle? Join film critics Jacob, Kieran, Sam, and The Film Magazine crew as they examine the discourse around and con... more

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February 01, 2022 Pick 3: Wes Anderson, John Carpenter, Nicolas Winding Refn
Jacob, Kieran, and Sam each chose a film with mixed reviews to breakdown!
Jacob: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou directed by Wes Anderson
Kieran: In the Mouth of Madness directed by John Carpenter
Sam: Only God Forgives directed by Nicolas Winding Refn
Some views are more positive than others, but each film comes from a director we love.
The Film Magazine:
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) Review by Christopher Connor
The 'Halloween' Franchise Ranked by Kieran Judge
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
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41min
January 25, 2022 Ep. 28 Eternals
Kieran makes his triumphant return, joining Jacob and Sam to discuss Marvel's Eternals. Chloe Zhao brought her own vision to the film, and the crew explains where it does and doesn't work. It's certainly a film deserving of mixed reviews, and it isn't only because it's a Marvel film!
The Film Magazine:
Eternals (2021) Review by Mark Carnochan
Licorice Pizza (2021) Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
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Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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59min
January 18, 2022 Ep. 27 Basic Instinct
Jacob and Sam cover the show's second erotic thriller with Paul Verhoeven's Basic Instinct. They discuss Sharon Stone's issues with the film - as well as her excellent performance - the convoluted plot, and Verhoeven's excellent cinematography. Surely the episode of the century!
Sources:
Cal Poly - THEY KILL FOR LOVE: Defining the Erotic Thriller as a Film Genre
Vanity Fair - “You Can’t Shame Me”: Sharon Stone on How Basic Instinct Nearly Broke Her, Before Making Her a Star
The Naked Truth: Why Hollywood Doesn't Make X-Rated Movies by Kevin S. Sandler
The Film Magazine:
Where to Start with Paul Verhoeven by Sam Sewell-Peterson
Scream (2022) Review by Kieran Judge
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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1h 28min
January 11, 2022 Ep. 26 Attack of the Clones
Jacob and Sam evaluate George Lucas' follow-up to The Phantom Menace. They go through some hot takes on the film, examine the relationship between Anakin and Padme, and decide whether or not this movie is worse than its prequel predecessor.
Chicago Tribune [Archive] - Movie review, 'Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones'
cinema.com - Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones : Production Notes
Empire - Empire's Original Attack Of The Clones Review
The Film Magazine:
10 Best Films 2021 by Annice White
‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ at 15 – Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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1h 32min
January 04, 2022 Ep. 25 Second Cut's 2021 Highs and Lows
Jacob and Sam cover their personal top five and bottom five films reviewed on Second Cut in 2021 based on their own individual criteria. Will Tenet make a list? What about the infamous Cats? They also give a brief, spoiler-filled break down of Spider-Man: No Way Home since the film was too well-received to merit an episode.
Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters, and we look forward to continuing to bring interesting, informative work on films in the coming year!
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2022 Big Movie Preview by Joseph Wade
10 Best Films 2021 by Sam Sewell-Peterson
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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23min
December 21, 2021 Ep. 24 Scrooged
It doesn't always appear on lists for "Christmas Classics," but Richard Donner's Scrooged is undoubtedly a holiday film with mixed reception. Was Bill Murray the right choice to play a Scrooge analogue? How does it compare to other adaptations of "A Christmas Carol?" And how many of those adaptations has Sam watched in recent weeks? Find out all this and more in our special holiday episode!
Sources:
Screen Rant - Bill Murray vs. Richard Donner: Scrooged Movie Controversy Explained
The Film Magazine:
Little Women Is the Ultimate Christmas Film, Actually by Rehana Nurmahi
A Christmas Carol Films Ranked by Sam Sewell-Peterson
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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1h 6min
December 14, 2021 Ep. 23 The Phantom Menace
The Phantom Menace was controversial upon its release. After years of build up, adult Star Wars fans felt let down, while younger audiences were raised on it as a vital work in the Skywalker Saga. Opinions have changed over the years, and Jacob and Sam look back on their experiences with it in addition to re-evaluating it through various critical lenses.
Sources:
IndieWire - Read Eli Roth’s Unearthed, Scathing 1999 Review Of ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace’
The Film Magazine:
Why I Actually Like ‘The Phantom Menace’ by Katie Doyle
Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions: Expectations of Star Wars Lore in the 21st Century by Jacob Davis
12 Lightsaber Designs Star Wars Should Employ by Jacob Davis
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Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
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Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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1h 46min
December 07, 2021 Ep. 22 Hook
Sam ruins yet another childhood favorite for himself as he and Jacob examine Hook, one of Steven Spielberg's worst-received films. Is Robin Williams the lone bright spot of the film? Is the Neverlandscape experiencing climate change? Does anyone care about Rufio? Are any of these hooks for our episode grabbing you?
Sources:
RogerEbert.com - Hook movie review and film summary (1991)
The Film Magazine:
Ridley Scott Films Ranked by Sam Sewell-Peterson
The Power of the Dog (2021) LFF Review by Leoni Horton
Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
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1h 35min
November 30, 2021 Ep. 21 Road House
Patrick Swayze is Dalton - the toughest bouncer cooler/philosopher in 1980s America. Watch as he fights his way through bad guys, a poorer story, and even worse editing. Jacob and Sam really dig into Road House to see if this 80's cult classic is worth its fan's praise.
Sources:
80s Kids - 20 Things You Might Not Have Realised About The 1989 Film Road House
The Oklahoman - Don't Take Film Too Seriously, "Road House' Star Elliott Says
Yahoo - Kyle Rittenhouse Prosecutor Uses ‘Road House’ Image in Closing Arguments
The Film Magazine:
10 Excellent Non-Christmas Films Set at Christmas by Louis B. Scheuer
House of Gucci (2021) Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson
Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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1h 31min
November 23, 2021 Ep. 20 The Black Cauldron
The Black Cauldron, a childhood favorite of Sam's, comes from the strange era of 1980's Disney. Terrible production problems and changes in corporate leadership lead to numerous issues for the film. What does Sam think of it now, and does the film deserve to be seen as a misunderstood classic?
Sources:
Slate - The Black Cauldron: Is the movie that almost killed Disney animation really that bad?
YouTube - The Black Cauldron - Disney's Halloween Masterpiece
The Film Magazine:
Disney Renaissance Movies Ranked by Sam Sewell-Peterson
‘Beauty and the Beast’ at 30 – Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson
Music:
Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k
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1h 8min

FAQs about Second Cut:

How many episodes does Second Cut have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.