This week we look at movies with a touch of Surrealism- Blue Velvet (1986), Barton Fink (1991)  Which movie uses subtle surrealism to a better effect?

They discuss general thoughts on Lynch and the Coens, surrealism, dreams, the symbolism in each movie and what images stayed with them.

Peter’s quote of the episode - “The essay I wrote about Blue Velvet at U of T…I don’t remember it because it was all bullshit.”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Blue Velvet(1986)  - Blue Velvet (1986) - Trailer (1080p, 4K remaster, actual scope)
Barton Fink(1991)- Barton Fink (1991) - Original Theatrical Trailer

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This week we look at Mockumentaries with This is Spinal Tap(1984), Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)- Which movie uses the fake documentary style to a better effect?

Christine and Peter discuss Mockumentary and Documentary tropes and delve into their thoughts on the music industry and beauty  pageants.  They also discuss their favourite character and how the Mockumentary style accentuated the comedy in each film.

Christine’s quote of the episode- “Nick Broomfield.   I feel like he might be a hack.  You’re not that interesting.  We’re not here for you.”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
This is Spinal Tap (1984)- This Is Spinal Tap - Trailer - HQ

Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)- Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

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A special episode where Christine and Peter discuss their 10 favourite most quotable movies.  No real rules, they are movies which are close to our heart, ones we quote in life or can't stop quoting along when we watch the movie.

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This is part 3 of our look at Kurosawa.  This time we have an in-depth discussion of remakes in general, Kurosawa's career, and his influence on Hollywood films.

Lastly, we choose which Western remake was better, The Magnificent Seven(1960) and A Fistful of Dollars (1964).

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This week is part 2 of our Kurosawa spotlight.  We look at Yojimbo(1961) and A Fistful of Dollars (1964).  Which movie does the stranger comes to town story better?

There is a discussion of Clint Eastwood creating his legendary persona from this film and Toshiro Mifune’s brilliant portrayal of a rogueish Samurai.

Three scenes from each film are dissected and analyzed as well as Christine’s desire to see someone beaten by a mallet.

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
A Fistful of Dollars (1964)- A Fistful of Dollars Official Trailer #1 - Clint Eastwood Movie (1964) HD
Yojimbo(1961)- YOJIMBO Trailer (1961) - The Criterion Collection

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This week we begin our three part podcast about Kurosawa and remakes.  First up is Seven Samurai (1954) and The Magnificent Seven (1960).  Which movie tells the tale of the Seven better?

We examine the Seven characters in each movie, the action, morality and  western tropes.

Peter’s quote of the episode- “I get very excited, listening to that music, and it makes me want to ride a horse”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Seven Samurai(1954)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJ1TOratCTo
Magnificent Seven (1960)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG-ZxrG7htU

Cheers- Magnificent Seven- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gmXLKQwAfI

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This week we look at movies which could just be dreams of the main character with Total Recall (1990) and American Psycho (2000).  Which movie plays with the notion that what we saw may not have been real?

Christine and Peter discuss the appeal and personal views of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Christian Bale.

The pros and cons of each movie possibly being a dream is debated as well as their use of violence.  Christine talks about reading the American Psycho book when she was a teenager.

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Total Recall (1990)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DwNb-ZGVjE
American Psycho- American Psycho - Trailer

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This week we look at Long Take Movies with Victoria (2015) and Boiling Point (2021).  Which movie is a better one shot film?

Christine and Peter discuss the pros and cons of long takes and what effect they should have on the film.  

Peter reminisces about working at Harbourfront food kiosks as a teenager and marvels at how restaurants can function at all.

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
Victoria Official US Release Trailer #1 (2015) Crime Thriller Movie HD
Boiling Point (2021) - Stephen Graham, Philip Barantini - HD Trailer

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This week we look at Rock docs with The Last Waltz (1978) and Get back (2021). Which doc gives a better presentation of the end of an era?

Christine and Peter talk about their history and favourites of The Beatles and The Band.  They discuss Narrative Directors making Documentaries and what style is best- talking heads(interview style, not the band) or fly on the wall approach.

For Get Back, we discuss the Yoko issue and the incredible creative process presented by the Beatles and also which guest singer we enjoyed the most in the Last Waltz.  

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
The Last waltz (1978)- The Last Waltz - Trailer - (1978) - HQ
Get back (2021)- The Beatles: Get Back | Official Trailer | Disney+

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This week we look at movies where the World is not what you thought it was with The Truman Show (1998) and The Matrix (1999).  Which movie is better at showing the main character awakening to the "true" world?

Christine discusses her views on movie sequels in general and Peter laments on the Matrix Sequels in particular.  They also discuss prescient nature of the Matrix with virtual worlds and Truman Show’s with reality tv as well as the great casting of Keanu Reeves and Jim Carrey

Christine’s quote of the episode- “How do we just not all acknowledge, that if you want to have good fight choreography, you have to either get or copy Hong Kong action movies?”

These are the links to the trailers we discuss.
The Truman Show(1998)- The Truman Show (1998) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
The Matrix (1999) - The Matrix - Official Theatrical Trailer

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