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Recorded on April 24, 2021. 

John and Pete preview the 93rd Academy Awards in this episode, selecting a few films from several categories that stood out for various reasons and haven't been previously covered on the podcast. From animated shorts to heavyweight 'Best Picture' contenders, the films are highlighted for their importance, technical excellence, or their downfalls. To end the episode, John and Pete go through each category and make their predictions. Make sure to check out the hidden gem of the week, and stay tuned for the Academy Awards! 

0:23- Intro 

2:00- "Opera" 

5:30- "If Anything Happens I Love You" 

8:55- "The Letter Room" 

12:25- HIDDEN GEM OF THE WEEK 

17:35- "My Octopus Teacher" 

24:20- "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" 

31:15- "News of the World" 

36:05- "Emma." 

41:55- "Judas and the Black Messiah" 

50:20- "The Father" 

55:55- ACADEMY AWARD PREDICTIONS 

1:31:25- Outro

Recorded on April 24, 2021. 

John and Pete preview the 93rd Academy Awards in this episode, selecting a few films from several categories that stood out for various reasons and haven't been previously covered on the podcast. From animated shorts to heavyweight 'Best Picture' contenders, the films are highlighted for their importance, technical excellence, or their downfalls. To end the episode, John and Pete go through each category and make their predictions. Make sure to check out the hidden gem of the week, and stay tuned for the Academy Awards!

0:23- Intro 

2:25- "Opera" 

6:05- "If Anything Happens I Love You" 

9:35- "The Letter Room" 

13:10- HIDDEN GEM OF THE WEEK 

17:55- "My Octopus Teacher" 

24:50- "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" 

31:40- "News of the World" 

36:35- "Emma." 

41:32- "Judas and the Black Messiah" 

49:55- "The Father" 

55:42- ACADEMY AWARD PREDICTIONS 

1:30:05- Outro

Recorded on April 6, 2021. 

Ben Hosler (LB: BLHProd) is an amateur filmmaker, aspiring film major, and moderately viral Tik-Toker with a deep knowledge and appreciation of the Spider-Man Universe. In this episode, John and Pete dive deep into the Spider-Man Universe, covering the Tobey, Andrew, and Tom eras, as well as upcoming projects and the exciting animated project "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse". Ben shares his extensive knowledge and opinions on the films, as well as a discussion on what the future may look like for the web slinging superhero. Stick around for the end as Ben describes the passion and drive behind his BLH Productions, and a future project he's currently developing!

0:23- Intro 

0:45- Special Guest Introduction! 

0:53- "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" Reaction 

7:10- Ben's Love for Spider-Man 

10:40- "Spider-Man" 

16:35- "Spider-Man 2" 

20:25- "Spider-Man 3" 

27:20- "The Amazing Spider-Man" 

34:08- "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" 

39:45- "Spider-Man: Homecoming" 

50:18- "Spider-Man: Far from Home" 

58:10- "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" 

1:05:25- "Spider-Man: No Way Home" Excitement 

1:13:08- Ben's Filmmaking Journey and Upcoming Project 

1:28:50- Outro

Recorded on March 31, 2021. 

Roommates and cinema lovers Aaron Reisinger (LB: aaronreisinger) and Luke Babinchak (LB: lukebab10), avid users of Letterboxd and amateur critics in their own right, come on this episode to discuss some of their favorite performances and likewise some of the best movies in American film history. From Jack Nicholson to Denzel Washington, the acting behind some of our favorite characters is discussed in depth, as well as the meaning behind their roles. The four also have a lively debate over acting choices and the movies, ending with a ranking of the films! 

0:23- Intro 

0:40- We Got Two Guests!

3:00- "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest": Jack Nicholson 

10:25- "Training Day": Denzel Washington & Ethan Hawke 

15:32- "Sicario": Emily Blunt 

23:50- "Gone Girl": Rosamund Pike 

34:25- "The Lighthouse": Willem Dafoe & Robert Pattinson

42:20- "Nightcrawler": Jake Gyllenhaal 

51:20- Is It Easier to Act Insane or Normally? 

56:45- "American Psycho": Christian Bale 

1:07:15- "Whiplash": J.K. Simmons & Miles Teller 

1:17:35- COVERED FILMS RANKED 

1:22:15- Outro

Recorded on March 21, 2021. 

In an episode dedicated to the wild sport of hockey, the best and most iconic hockey films are covered from both a cinematic and player's perspective. Guest Jack Marrara, a film lover, former college club hockey player, and a friend of the pod, comes on to discuss his favorite hockey movies, and what aspects of the game are sensationalized in these films. From true stories to ragtag underdog features, the history of hockey cinema in the US is covered in depth, as well as the common themes between the narratives. 

0:23- Intro 

0:50- Special Guest Introduction 

2:10- "Mystery, Alaska" 

6:30- "The Mighty Ducks" 

10:30- "D2: The Mighty Ducks" 

13:22- "D3: The Mighty Ducks" 

16:10- "Slap Shot" 

21:50- "Miracle"

26:25- "Goon" 

31:50- "Hockey Night" 

37:30- "Youngblood" 

41:20- An NHL Movie Should Be Made 

43:50- Chimpanzees on Skates? 

51:15- Outro

Recorded on February 28, 2021. 

John and Pete bring you the past decade worth of Academy Award winning Best Picture features in this episode, reviewing the things that stood out from each respective film. While these films may not have been the best of their year by our opinion, each of these films is critically well-received and worth a watch. The past few episodes of "WandaVision" are also covered in this episode, and in the end the 10 films deemed best of the past decade by the Academy Awards is ranked by the duo.  

0:23- Intro 

1:12- Quick "WandaVision" Coverage 

4:45- "The King's Speech" 

11:25- "The Artist" 

17:10- "Argo" 

22:05- "12 Years a Slave" 

27:15- "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)" 

35:00- "Spotlight" 

40:10- "Moonlight" 

50:25- "The Shape of Water" 

58:40- "Green Book" 

1:04:35- "Parasite" 

1:10:30- BEST PICTURE WINNERS 2011-2020 RANKED 

1:13:20- Outro

Recorded on February 21, 2021. 

Splash of Cinema continues the A24 subseries with the second installment, a portrait of some underappreciated pieces from the production company, including the hidden gem of the week. Joining the episode is guest Will Bodenman, an A24 fanatic and close friend of the podcast who formerly appeared on the first episode of the A24 coverage. This episode focuses on the themes behind many of these projects, as well as the talented directors and stars A24 draws with the creative freedom they offer. The episode wraps up with a look at one of A24's worst projects, a poorly done horror film. 

0:23- Intro 

0:40- Special Guest Introduction 

1:08- HIDDEN GEM OF THE WEEK 

7:30- "Ex Machina" 

14:40- "Locke" 

19:10- "Eighth Grade" 

25:40- "The Disaster Artist" 

33:55- "Mid90s" 

40:40- Chance The Rapper as a Werewolf? 

51:30- Outro

Recorded on February 11, 2021. 

Following the release of the 2021 Golden Globe nominations, Pete and John explore the various categories and honorees. Understanding the context of the 'Globes' as an awards show, Pete and John give insight as to what the judges normally look for, expressing surprise at some of the more interesting contenders and snubs. Additionally, five contenders for various awards are covered in more detail, along with the latest few episodes of "WandaVision". In the last portion they make predictions for every single category in the 2021 Golden Globes, the first awards show covered on the podcast. 

0:23- Intro 

0:50- Is Marvel Changing Their Image with "WandaVision"? 

4:55- Golden Globe Nominations Reaction 

15:40- HIDDEN GEM OF THE WEEK 

19:55- "Palm Springs" 

24:10- "The Little Things" 

31:30- "Pieces of a Woman"  

36:10- "The Prom" 

42:05- GOLDEN GLOBE PREDICTIONS 

1:16:13- Outro

Recorded on February 1, 2021. 

Paul Thomas Anderson: the man, the myth, the legend. In this episode, Pete and John bring back on former guest Sam Rosevear to talk all things PTA, going through his entire array of eight masterful features and a recent short collaboration with Thom Yorke. Through extensive coverage of each of his features, this pod unveils the genius of PTA and how his works have transformed throughout his career to become a set of varying masterpieces. Additionally, the three discuss PTA's next project, and the greatness he gets out of the actors he works with. 

0:23- Intro 

0:45- Special Guest Introduction 

2:00- "Anima" 

9:15- "Hard Eight" 

16:00- "Boogie Nights" 

27:48- "Magnolia" 

38:35- "Punch-Drunk Love" 

49:55- "There Will Be Blood" 

1:06:35- "The Master" 

1:15:25- "Inherent Vice" 

1:26:15- "Phantom Thread" 

1:35:48- PTA FILMS RANKED 

1:40:10- Outro