This episode is ready for its close up! Tyler Harner and Bob Cram are here to talk all things Sunset Boulevard. One of the greatest movies about Hollywood features an iconic performance from Gloria Swanson, and some of the best quotes in all of film history. Does this movie have disdain for screenwriters? Is cinema always in cycles of death of rebirth? Is Joe the first cinematic sadboy?

No mistaken identity here! Today we explore Alfred Hitchcock’s espionage classic. Trains! Crop duster planes! Stolen cars! Bob Cram and Jacob Holmes are back, discussing everything from the United Nations, Mount Rushmore, mommy issues, and everything else in North by Northwest. Plus, a surprising amount of Ralph Fiennes talk.

We've rounded them up! The usual suspects are all here! Well, it's actually just Val joining Raf for this episode about the mid 90s classic. The movie twist to end all movie twists. Catapulting the careers of Bryan Singer, Christopher McQuarrie, and Kevin Spacey. Plus, Val shares a story about meeting Stephen Baldwin (our consensus favorite Baldwin brother).

Back on the road again! Thomas Riest and Romona Comet are back to talk this road tripping, crime spreeing 90's classic. Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis star as the titular heroes, which earned the both best actress Oscars noms. Brad Pitt became a star. And Ridley Scott's directing and Callie Khouri's script also earned noms. We debate the ending, discuss girl bosses, and explore the changing seasons.

We're just two dumb guys! SAW OG Vincent "Vinny" Kane is back to discuss the 1994 comedy classic. Raf claims you shouldn't recline your seat on flights. Kane explores the art of a good diarrhea joke. Kane also reimagines Dumb and Dumber as a Tony Scott action thriller starring John Cusack and Nic Cage. Plus, Kane and Raf find the cure for male loneliness - quoting comedies and naming random athletes from your teenage years.

We can't remember anything about this episode! Val Morreale and King Alvarez join to talk about the last massive comedy hit of the 2000's. Raf reveals that he's a huge magic nerd. We debate what the cinematic equivalent of the Black Eyed Peas is. Plus - is Bradley Cooper a movie star? What's the perfect recipe for comedy movie gold? And are you allowed to make comedies like this anymore?

You need to hear this episode! Poll Position and Weekend Wrap's own, Jacob Holmes is back to talk some Sound of Metal. Jacob and Raf really dig into how we establish what's considered an "essential" movie, examine 2020's impact on the film industry, and where Sound of Metal fits into it all. We also talk script construction, sound design, and great acting. Plus, Jacob previews his top 10 movies of 2026 so far.

Check out Jacob's author page on ScreenAge Wasteland:

https://screenagewasteland.com/author/jacobholmes62/

Back to camp! Tyler Harner and Romona Comet are back for our first Wes Anderson Canon episode. Moonrise Kingdom has all the heart and quirk apparent in his movies. The crew also discusses what makes Wes Anderson’s distinct style so special, which actors would we love to see work with Wes Anderson (Nic Cage of course), and why you can’t replicate his charm with AI. Plus, Romona tells us about her summer travels and Raf reveals that he went to math camp.

We are embracing the drama! This week features the co-hosts of the new podcast, Cinema Field Guide. Return guests and friends of the show Felicia Maroni and Bryan Loomis join to talk some Bogdanovich. The Last Picture Show has a lot to say about cinema, connection, and community. Felicia, Bryan, and Raf also discuss helping friends move, and the death of third spaces.

Check out the Cinema Field Guide podcast:

https://open.spotify.com/show/033HEX2rbkE02gUDGATgR7?si=1f8cfc04f6f24c9b

Easy Riding! Good vibes (mostly)! SAW contributor Tyler Harner is back to bring in the summer vibes. This week, we’re talking counterculture classic Easy Rider. Tyler and Raf debate best lobster roll style, break down Transformers and JFK, and nepotism in film. This episode is a trip, and you’re not going to want to miss it.

Check out Tyler’s author page on ScreenAge Wasteland:

https://screenagewasteland.com/author/tharner6/