We’re back with another fresh round of Picks! Starting us off is Joe with his pick of Sean Baker’s 2021 slice-of-life film Red Rocket. Check out the link below for where to watch, and join us back here for our discussion! 

 Red Rocket (2021) dir. Sean Baker

Finding himself down and out in Los Angeles, ex porn star Mikey Saber decides to crawl back to his hometown of Texas City, Texas, where his estranged wife and mother-in-law are living. Just as this dysfunctional family seems to be making things work, Mikey meets a young woman named Strawberry working the cash register at a local doughnut shop.

Join us next time for Abby’s Pick! Click the link below for where to watch! 

Interstellar (2014) dir. Christopher Nolan

In a dystopian future where humanity is lacking survival options, a retired astronaut named Cooper leads a mysterious mission that will take them through a wormhole near Saturn. As they search for a new planet to inhabit, Cooper and his crew must also live with the consequences of leaving home.

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[No Spoilers until 42:10] NEW SEGMENT ALERT! “…And Popcorn” is a brand new segment highlighting new releases that the Primo Kino Crew catch fresh in movie theaters. Our inaugural episode covers Brandon Cronenberg's Infinity Pool (2023).

Infinity Pool (2023) dir. Brandon Cronenberg

A wealthy young couple is on a luxurious beach holiday when they meet an odd but compelling stranger. Moved to follow her outside of their resort the pair are suddenly faced with a culture of shocking violence and hedonism. Beyond the safety of their hotel gates, the two are seduced to partake in the deadly decadence of island life. When a tragic accident occurs the pair are forced to make unimaginable choices with horrifying consequences.

Join us next time for Joe’s Pick! Click the link below for where to watch!

Red Rocket (2021) dir. Sean Baker

Finding himself down and out in Los Angeles, ex porn star Mikey Saber decides to crawl back to his hometown of Texas City, Texas, where his estranged wife and mother-in-law are living. Just as this dysfunctional family seems to be making things work, Mikey meets a young woman named Strawberry working the cash register at a local doughnut shop.

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Grab those ballots because it’s Oscars SZN. The Primo Kino Crew talk about their favorite movies of 2022, as well as their Oscar picks and predictions (and how much the Oscars suck!)

See you next time!

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GAMES! GAMES! GAMES! It’s games time on The Primo Kino Podcast as the crew takes on 12 rounds of movie trivia inspired by the game show Only Connect. Play along at home and let us know your score! GAMES!!!!!!!

Join us next time for our Oscars Special!

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Happy Holidays! For the final episode of the year, the Primo Kino crew discusses a certified Wulfing Christmas Classic, Krampus (2015).

Krampus (2015) dir. Michael Dougherty

When his dysfunctional family clashes over the holidays, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. Little does he know, this lack of festive spirit has unleashed the wrath of Krampus: a demonic force of ancient evil intent on punishing non-believers.

See you next year!

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Join us for a few games of Six Degrees of Separation, tournament style. Who will be victorious? Listen and find out!

Join us next time for a special holiday episode on Krampus (2015)!

Krampus (2015) dir. Michael Dougherty

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Rupert Fever has swept Primo Kino Nation as the crew discusses Johnny’s picks, The King of Comedy (1982) and The Bling Ring (2013).

The King of Comedy (1982) dir. Martin Scorsese

Aspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.

The Bling Ring (2013) dir. Sofia Coppola

Inspired by actual events, a group of fame-obsessed teenagers use the Internet to track the whereabouts of famous celebrities, then rob their homes of riches.

Join us next time for a fun special episode!

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We’re chilling with spirits and monsters today with Audrey’s hand-picked double feature, Spirited Away (2003) and Pan’s Labyrinth (2007).

Spirited Away (2003) dir. Hayao Miyazaki 

A young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits. When her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, she must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free her family.

Pan’s Labyrinth (2007) dir. Guillermo del Toro

Living with her tyrannical stepfather in a new home with her pregnant mother, 10-year-old Ofelia feels alone until she explores a decaying labyrinth guarded by a mysterious faun who claims to know her destiny. If she wishes to return to her real father, Ofelia must complete three terrifying tasks.

How to watch John’s picks for the next episode:

The King of Comedy (1982) dir. Martin Scorcese

The Bling Ring (2013) dir. Sofia Coppola

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Killer phone calls and spooky living dolls await The Primo Kino Podcast crew in this very special Halloween Extravaganza! Join us for plenty of Funny Games as we discover the May Queen in all of us.

How to watch Audrey’s picks for the next episode:

Spirited Away (2003) dir. Hayao Miyazaki 

Pan’s Labyrinth (2007) dir. Guillermo del Toro

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