Hey there, all you sheiks and shebas! This week’s movie review podcast is the bee’s knees, a real film discussion on Buster Keaton’s Three Ages (1923). Our podcast episode is stuffed with cinema analysis, movie commentary, and a splash of film history—the kind of audio storytelling that makes the podcasting community sit up and shout “Hot socks!” We’re laying down a movie critique on Buster Keaton, that silent era star with the deadpan mug, “The Great Stone Face.” His slapstick comedy, wild stunt work, and physical comedy chops made him a comedy pioneer from his vaudeville roots straight into early Hollywood.

We’ll tip our straw hats to gems like Sherlock Jr. and The General, while we chinwag about black and white cinema, intertitles, expressive acting, and those crackling film reels that make classic cinema hum. It’s a cinephile talk jam session, serving up vintage comedy with a Charleston beat, all while tipping our fedoras to the golden age of cinema. So polish your spats, grab a highball, and join us for a rip-roaring good time—because with Buster, the laughs are always the cat’s pajamas.

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This isn’t just another movie review podcast—it’s an invitation into the dark corridors of John Carpenter’s In the Mouth of Madness (1994). 

In this film discussion, we follow Sam Neill into a world where fiction devours reality, and the whispers of Lovecraftian horror crawl just beneath the surface. 

Carpenter, the master of horror behind Halloween, The Thing, and Prince of Darkness, weaves a nightmare where every page turns into a prophecy and every shadow could be a trap. 

As we unravel the film’s cosmic horror and psychological horror layers, we’ll ask the questions no one wants answered: Can you trust what you see—or is the madness already inside you? 

This episode isn’t just a film critique; it’s a descent into one of Carpenter’s most disturbing horror classics, a cult horror gem that still lingers like a story you can’t stop reading… even when it’s too late.

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Step into the shadows with our horror movie podcast, where this week’s film discussion unearths John Carpenter’s Prince of Darkness—a cult horror masterpiece that fuses cosmic horror with the dread of demonic possession. 

In this retro film review, we explore Carpenter’s unsettling imagery, from the sinister canister of swirling green liquid hidden in a decaying church basement to the haunting dream transmissions that feel like whispers from another dimension. 

As part of our ongoing cinematic analysis of the master of horror’s filmography, we’ll connect the dots between The Fog, Christine, Halloween (1978), and The Thing (1982), revealing how Prince of Darkness deepens Carpenter’s obsession with the collapse of reason and the rise of ancient evil. 

This movie review show isn’t just about plot—it’s about the feeling of unease that lingers long after the credits. Tune in, if you dare, for a deep dive cinema into one of Carpenter’s most unnerving works… a reminder that sometimes, the real horror isn’t what’s outside—but what’s already here.

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A few more thoughts on Princess Mononoke, following a recent IMAX showing at the AMC Barrywoods in Kansas City, Missouri. 

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“The Fog (1980) – Ghost Pirates, Guilt, and Glorious Atmosphere”

In this movie podcast episode of Celluloid Shadows, we dive into a chilling film discussion on John Carpenter’s The Fog (1980) — a supernatural ghost story soaked in retro cinema atmosphere and dripping with dread. This horror review takes you to the eerie coastal town of Antonio Bay, where a glowing fog rolls in and brings revenge-seeking spirits of murdered mariners. We deliver sharp audio commentary on how cult filmmaker John Carpenter, the auteur behind The Thing and Halloween, uses his signature synth score, minimal gore, and slow-building tension to craft a uniquely unsettling experience.

Starring scream queen Jamie Lee Curtis, fresh off her Final Girl fame in slasher movies, the film follows her hitchhiking into yet another haunted nightmare. Alongside horror icon Adrienne Barbeau and Halloween franchise regulars, the cast delivers classic 1980s films chills in this moody maritime tale. Curtis’s role adds to her legacy as a defining genre star and a staple of 1980s horror.

We go deep into genre analysis, behind-the-scenes trivia (like Carpenter’s extensive reshoots), and explore the film’s commentary on colonialism and buried sins. As a cult classic, The Fog might not be Carpenter’s most famous, but it's a must-discuss for any serious film critique or spooky season binge.

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Exploring the intersection of legend, loneliness, and legacy. 

This movie review unpacks the brooding tension between Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, who portrays the iconic outlaw Jesse James, and indie actor Casey Affleck, whose haunting performance as the conflicted Robert Ford earned him critical acclaim. From Fight Club to Moneyball, Pitt’s evolution as an actor shines here, while Affleck—known for roles in Gone Baby Gone and Manchester by the Sea—channels vulnerability and obsession with chilling precision.

We discuss the film's poetic visuals through a lens of cinema podcast commentary, praise Roger Deakins' cinematography, and reflect on the melancholic score by Nick Cave. As part of our regular film critique series, we question what it means to chase fame and how betrayal can immortalize or erase. Whether you're here for a film breakdown of Western myths or to hear how this fits into the broader careers of two powerhouse performers, this episode delivers.

So grab your headphones, cue up the podcast episode, and ride with us through the cinematic terrain of betrayal, broken dreams, and bullets.

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Four Scores and a Stellar Performance: Lincoln (2012)

In this episode, we dissect Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln (2012)—a historical drama that transforms Congress into a battlefield and gives filibuster a pulse. Spielberg, the blockbuster filmmaker behind Schindler’s List, Jurassic Park, and E.T., trades dinosaurs for debates and crafts a film that’s as much about political maneuvering as it is about moral courage. With his signature storytelling precision, the legendary director of Amblin Entertainment guides us through a slow-burn thriller disguised as a civics lesson.

At the heart of it all is Daniel Day-Lewis, the British actor and three-time Oscar winner known for intense character immersion and method acting. Whether it’s My Left Foot, Gangs of New York, or There Will Be Blood, Day-Lewis doesn’t just play roles—he disappears into them. As Abraham Lincoln, he delivers a quiet, haunted, deeply human performance that redefines the idea of presidential portrayal. It’s so eerily convincing, we wouldn’t be surprised if Honest Abe himself gave it a standing ovation before Daniel quietly slipped back into retirement from acting.

We also dive into the performance of Tommy Lee Jones, the Texas-born Oscar winner who brings his trademark gruff persona to Thaddeus Stevens—a political firebrand with razor-sharp wit. Known for The Fugitive, No Country for Old Men, and Men in Black, Jones turns in a masterclass of character acting, delivering one of the film’s most electric and unexpectedly moving moments. Whether he’s scowling at political hypocrisy or dropping quotable zingers, his role is a reminder that political roles don’t have to be boring.

Episode Highlights:

• Spielberg’s restrained but powerful directing
• Daniel Day-Lewis’s total transformation through method acting
• The moral stakes of legislation played like a thriller
• Tommy Lee Jones chewing scenery and taking names
• How historical drama can still feel like a ticking time bomb

So whether you're here for Oscar winners, historical drama, or just want to hear about the most suspenseful vote count since your last HOA meeting, this one’s for you. Pull up a chair, put on your stovepipe hat, and enjoy the political theater—with better lighting.

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In this movie review, we take our film podcast straight into the junkyard of love, murder, and muscle cars with Christine (1983) — John Carpenter’s chrome-plated fever dream based on Stephen King’s supernatural horror novel. If you’ve ever wanted a girlfriend who needs premium gas and kills your enemies, then buddy, have we got a cult classic for you.

This week’s episode recap dives headfirst into the flaming wreckage of teenage insecurity and vehicular manslaughter. We do a full film analysis of Arnie Cunningham — your average socially awkward nerd who trades in his self-esteem for a cursed 1958 Plymouth Fury and a killer new wardrobe. Literally killer. Like, run-you-over-and-reverse-for-fun killer.

We explore Carpenter’s suspense master skills: his eerie synth score, tight pacing, and glorious practical effects (because CGI is for cowards). We also ask the important questions: Was Christine just misunderstood? Is it really toxic masculinity if your girlfriend has tailfins? Would Geico even insure this nightmare?

As Stephen King adaptations go, this one has it all: supernatural thriller vibes, a bestselling author’s signature blend of teen trauma and body count, and none of the killer clowns. (Carrie may get bloody, but Christine will run your ass down and play Buddy Holly while doing it.)

We also unpack how cult filmmaker John Carpenter builds tension like nobody else — turning drive-in nostalgia into pure, gasoline-soaked dread. Think 80s horror with a side of "what if Herbie had a death wish?"

So hop in, movie buffs, for another round of retro reviews, audio commentary, and horror breakdown mayhem. She’s got the looks that kill. Literally. And she doesn’t just break hearts — she crushes them under 4,000 pounds of possessed steel.

Warning: Listening to this episode may void your driver's license.

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Charles gets nick up to speed on one of the most hack job film franchises every produced. 

Halloween (1978), Halloween II (1981), Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982), Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988), Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989), Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995), Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998), Halloween: Resurrection (2002), Halloween (2007), Halloween II (2009), Halloween (2018), Halloween Kills (2021), Halloween Ends (2022)

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This week, we sharpen our kitchen knives and carve into John Carpenter’s low-budget masterpiece, Halloween (1978)—the film that proved you don’t need blood, guts, or a functioning mental health system to scare the hell out of America. In this movie review podcast episode, we explore how Jamie Lee Curtis, a then-unknown with killer lungs and a mean scream, became horror’s original scream queen—and somehow survived not one, but multiple sequels, reboots, and Activia commercials.

Our film analysis takes you through Carpenter’s eerie synth score, his expert use of shadows, and how a William Shatner mask turned inside out became the face of suburban nightmares. We dive into Laurie Strode's high-stakes babysitting gig (worst. shift. ever.) and ask the big questions: Why does no one in Haddonfield lock their doors? Why are the cops so bad at their jobs? And why won’t Michael Myers just die already?

Along the way, we roast the Halloween franchise's increasingly bonkers timeline, revisit Carpenter’s classics like The Thing, Christine, and Escape from New York, and tip our blood-stained hats to the man who made horror spooky, synthy, and somehow existential.

Whether you’re a cult classic connoisseur, a film critique junkie, or just here for some morbid audio entertainment, this horror podcast episode is your one-way ticket to the darkest corners of Haddonfield. Lock your doors, ignore that noise upstairs, and press play—because The Shape is back, and he's not here for trick-or-treats.

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