In this Matrix-themed bonus episode on the eve of the Matrix Resurrections launch, we revisit the opening scene that started the movie franchise. We break down how the Wachowskis were able to create interesting characters, and an immediate sense of intrigue that helps drive the plot forward. We also talk about how they accomplish so much world building in just 4 minutes of screen time.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/12/22/special-episode-matrix.html

In one of the most comedic moments from the Toy Story franchise, we review a series of clips featuring Buzz Lightyear serenading Jessie in Toy Story 3. Alex shares some of artistic and dance observations that make this sequence such a joy to watch for viewers of all ages. In our second pick this week, we analyze the incredible build up and drama leading up to Maximus' reveal in Gladiator, and observe several subtle silent gestures and acting nuances that make this scene a timeless masterpiece.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/12/20/episode-19.html

Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman capture one of the most memorable moments in cinema history in Casablanca.
Steven Spielberg presents the horrors of war in Saving Private Ryan.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/12/13/episode-18.html

Jackie Chan mesmerizes with alcohol-fueled martial arts in Drunken Master II.
Jodie Foster as Ellie discovers a transmission from an intelligent lifeform in Contact.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/12/06/episode-17.html

Red and Andy's bromance intensifies as they talk about hope in The Shawshank Redemption.
Brad Pitt dares to abandon old school thinking in Moneyball.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/11/29/episode-16.html

Jason Bateman is the sly swindler Nick Wilde in Zootopia.
(spoiler) Optimus Prime's jarring death scene in the 1986 film The Transformers: The Movie.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/11/22/episode-15.html

Gerry and Julias build a bromance in Remember the Titans.
Will Smith and son Jayden in a pitiful plight in The Pursuit of Happyness.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/11/15/episode-14.html

Sandra Bullock scavenges blindly for supplies in Bird Box.
Moses Ingram's Jolene spits truth in The Queen's Gambit.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/11/08/episode-13.html

Keanu Reeves helps redefine action in The Matrix.
John Arcilla inspires as Heneral Luna.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/11/01/episode-12.html

Andy Samberg, Chelsea Peretti, and Joe Lo Truglio display comedic skill in Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
Joe Gillette's short film masterpiece, Reception.

Episode show notes: https://scenereview.20digit.com/episodes/2021/10/18/episode-11.html