The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan: Recent Episodes

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Joel and Ryan discuss Film & Television whilst seated upon a couch. Follow them @askjoelandryan

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After five years and two hundred episodes, the time has come to say goodbye to The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan. Friends of the show, Bryan, Michael and Rob are along to help look back, see it on its way, and even talk over some of the hot topics of the day before signing off for good. A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who helped make The Movie Show such an amazing experience.

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In this episode, The Movie Show examines the first seven films of French Writer/Director/Producer Luc Besson, The Last Battle, Subway, The Big Blue, Le Femme Nikita, Leon: The Professional, The Fifth Element, and The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc. Each representing an evolution of scope and storytelling ambition as they progress.

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On a very special episode of The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan, your hosts explore multiple schools and types of acting from the early days of film until the present day. Filled with stories from Hollywood and personal anecdotes, they try to answer the question: Acting! Method or Madness? (Spoiled alert: It's a little bit of both.)

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver one of their most requested episode topics in a broadcast entirely dedicated to Aspect Ratios and different Cinematographic Processes throughout the years, including their subsequent effect on storytelling. It's somewhat technical, but perhaps not quite as technical as it sounds.

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With Joel on a secret mission, it is up to friend of the show and resident horror expert, Michael Klug to join Ryan and save the day with his analysis of Ridley Scott's Alien prequels Prometheus and Alien: Covenant. Though a bit a drift without their MC, the fellas dial in on some compelling aspects of a pair of interesting movies.

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Joel and Ryan are back to kick the summer off with an episode entirely dedicated to the booming Hollywood trend of Legacy Sequels. They evaluate the history of such films, the whys and wherefores, and then benefits and common pitfalls.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan present the final in a three part series on the original Mad Max Trilogy. In this episode, they are again joined by filmmaker and critic Michael Klug to discuss the series conclusion and one of the most iconic action films of the 80s, Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan present the second in a three part series on the original Mad Max Trilogy. In this episode, they are again joined by filmmaker and critic Michael Klug to discuss the series best and the post-apocalypse genre's zenith: Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan present the first in a three part series on the original Mad Max Trilogy. In this episode, they are joined by filmmaker and critic Michael Klug to discuss the character's debut and origin story in 1979's Mad Max. One of the most successful independent film of all time.

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The Movie Show hit the airwaves without much of a pre-set plan for Episode 13 of season 6, and came away looking deeper into a couple of the of the most personal cinema projects of 2022, took an overdue trip to Video Corner, and even got a visit from Dr. Clock's Timegorious Mindscambula! All that and an essay on the movie theater experience are waiting inside.

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In this episode, Joel & Ryan revisit some of the ideas they had left behind. And in an honest effort to spark some recurring conversations going forward. The topics are: Literature to film adaptations, movie studio logos, opening credit sequences, celebrity cameo appearances, and most controversial of all, films whose titles begin with the letter "X".

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This episode Joel & Ryan are joined by their buddy Bryan to pay tribute to one of the great "Oh! That guy!" actors of the 70s, 80s, and 90s, William Hootkins, whose career includes memorable appearances Star Wars, Flash Gordon, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Batman, among many others. Joel also takes time to break some egos and the show with his Star Wars character name game. You've never heard anything like it here before.

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Joel and Ryan are joined once again by friend and super-fan, Rob who gives us a walk through the early Hollywood movies of Alfred Hitchcock. In this second of their ongoing series, they explore the the Academy Award winning Rebecca, Foreign Correspondent, Suspicion, Saboteur, Shadow of a Doubt, and Lifeboat.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the ninth and final part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they evaluate the revival of the comedic whodunnit, and explore many of the year's sequels, prequels, remakes and reboots, including a couple of legacy sequels that did pretty well for themselves.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the eighth part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they review the absurd amount of bio-pics and super hero films that came out in the last year or so. Oh! And Walter Hill made a western. The more things change...

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the seventh part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, a Movie Show first, they come as close to giving you an Academy Award show preview as they ever have by discussing a pair of animated features and a host of films baiting the 2023 Oscars with still a week to go until the big night.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the sixth part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they examine several films 'based on the incredible true story.' and also check on a handful of historical epics and dramas that came out in the past year or so.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the fifth part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they take a look larger than typical amount of Brittish Feel-Good "True" Stories and a variety of Action movies, including a couple from Mr. Neeson himself. They also take time out at the start to say goodbye to Cindy Williams, Melinda Dillon and Annie Wersching.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the fourth part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they review small independent Science Fiction films and follow that up with huge studio Science Fiction films. It a most favored genre of The Movie Show and there a really good movies included, regardless of scale.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the third part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they review Crime Dramas, Espionage Thrillers and old fashioned Suspense Movies. They also start this week's show by reviewing a film recommended by a viewer, and it's a good one!

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the second part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they take a look at a generous list of varied types of interpersonal dramas, a handful of films based on best-selling novels, and a group of movies that take place during World War II (the best of which were also based on best-selling novels).

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the first part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they look back a handful of films that also won some awards or got a fair amount of award attention early in 2022. We also review a handful of varied period dramas released throughout the year.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan kicks off the new year and their 6th season with their Alternative Oscars Ceremony where they look back at the best films of 2021 and try and put them in proper perspective a year or so later. They also take a moment at the top to marvel at the success of Avatar: The Way of Water.

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The Movie Club with Joel and Ryan and Shauna makes its return after an extended absence, and just in time for the holidays! In this episode the club discusses power of nostalgia in how we interact with the holidays and discuss the Christmas-related films A Christmas Story (1983), While You Were Sleeping (1994) and Carol (2015). They then finish things off with some Ho-Ho-Hottakes!

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Something different for the start of the Holiday Season. Joel and Ryan review 120 Billy Joel songs in 120 minutes. The Piano Man was a major musical and pop culture influence to both of them growing up, and though they can be tough on the him at times, you can feel love and respect throughout. Share your favorites in the comments!

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Along with a few Thanksgiving goodies thrown in, in this episode, The Move Show examines the small handful of distinct films by director Carroll Ballard. In a 30 year career in film making, he only ever made 6. Joel and Ryan review The Black Stallion, Never Cry Wolf, Wind, Fly Away Home, and Duma. Let them know if you have a favorite!

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Joel and Ryan are joined by friends and contributors Rob and Mazz to celebrate the works of filmmaker and stop motion special effects master Ray Harryhausen. From 1953's The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms to 1981's Clash of the Titans and all movies in between, this episode serves as a definitive guide to the magical worlds and scary monsters of one of cinema's great creators.

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The Movie Show with Joel and Ryan, along with fellow nerd Bryan take a look at the parallel works and careers of Screenwriter/Producer Walter F. Parkes and Screenwriter/Director Phil Alden Robinson, they even through a bit of Lawrence Lasker in there for good measure! The films? War Games, Field of Dreams, Sneakers, and The Sum of All Fears, among a few others. It should make sense as you listen. Thanks!

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It's Halloween and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the second part of their 2022 List of Terror! Like episode 3.34 this is packed to rafters with horror films from the recent past, reviewed and categorized to help you pick just right scary movie for you this Halloween season!

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It's Halloween and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the first part of their 2022 List of Terror! This episode is packed to rafters with horror films from the recent past, reviewed and categorized to help you pick just right scary movie for you this Halloween season!

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The Movie Show with Joel and Ryan are joined by their buddy Mazz to revisit some of the 70s disaster movies that got left behind in their Disaster Trilogy back in 2020. Together they discuss: Krakatoa, East of Java, The Neptune Factor, The Cassandra Crossing, Gray Lady Down, Avalanche, City on Fire, Meteor, The Swarm, Beyond the Poseidon Adventure, and When Time Ran Out.

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Joel and Ryan are joined once again by friend and super-fan, Rob who gives us a walk through the early British Period movies of Alfred Hitchcock, a filmmaker they were heretofore shamefully unversed in. In this first of what will become a recurring series, they explore the films The Lodger, The Man Who Knew Too Much ('34), The 39 Steps, Sabotage, Young and Innocent, and The Lady Vanishes. Get wrongfully accused along with them @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel and Ryan deliver the second and final part of their deep dive into 1982's landmark sci-fi thriller Blade Runner. From the story by Philip K. Dick, starring Harrison Ford and directed by Ridley Scott, they examine how the film has grown from a box office disappointment to one of the most influential pieces of speculative fiction ever created. You can manage your blush response with us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel and Ryan deliver part one of a two part deep dive into 1982's landmark sci-fi thriller Blade Runner. From the story by Philip K. Dick, starring Harrison Ford and directed by Ridley Scott, they examine how the film has grown from a box office disappointment to one of the most influential pieces of speculative fiction ever created. You can take the empathy test with us @askjoelandryan

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For something a little different, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan (Original Recipe) go through the many different film production departments and share whatever insights and personal anecdotes they have that are related to them. They also touch on the Discovery/WB merger, the Academy's apology to Sacheen Littlefeather, and answer a difficult question in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are honored to have our co-conspirators Michael and Rob back on the show to discuss four new double features we’ve assigned ourselves. Night Train to Munich + Went the Day Well?, Birth + Killing of a Sacred Deer,  The Verdict + The Absence of Malice, and Hi Fidelity + Blinded by the Light. Get yourself involved  @askjoelandryan

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It is the 40th Anniversary of the Summer of 1982, and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are celebrating by combing through the year in release order in an attempt to tell its extraordinary story. This final episode covers the films released from September thru December. Thanks to everyone for their participation @askjoelandryan

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It is the 40th Anniversary of the Summer of 1982, and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are celebrating by combing through the year in release order in an attempt to tell its extraordinary story. This first episode covers the films released from June thru August. It is an extraordinary list. You can still share your favorites @askjoelandryan

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It is the 40th Anniversary of the Summer of 1982, and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are celebrating by combing through the year in release order in an attempt to tell its extraordinary story. This first episode covers the fill release from January thru May. Have a favorite in-calendar release from 1982? It's not too late to let us know @askjoelandryan

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Between the years of 1976 and 1981, the big Hollywood studios and their degraded facsimiles from across the world attempted to cash in on the runaway success of Steven Spielberg's Jaws, with wildly varying results. Resident Horror expert, Michael Klug joins The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan to talk over some of the best, and at least one of the worst. Comments welcome @askjoelandryan

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Joel and Ryan divert from their usual celebration of film history to take on a list of current day topics both huge and small and everything in between. It's a good bet you'll understand better why they refrain from going negative as a general rule after listening, but perhaps there is something resembling hope and wisdom hiding in there too. You can join in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are thrilled to have our pals Michael and Rob back on the air to discuss four new double features we've assigned ourselves. Savageland + Lake Mungo, Clueless + Roxanne,  The Seven-Per-Cent Soution + Murder by Decree, and Green for Danger + An Inspector Calls. Feel free to suggest one for our next show @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan take on The Terminator franchise in this second episode covering Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Terminator 2: 3-D Battle Across Time, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Terminator: Salvation, Terminator: Genisys, and Terminator: Dark Fate. Send another message back @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan take on The Terminator franchise in this first episode entirely dedicated to the 1984 James Cameron original: A film to kick off the big hardware 80s action movement, a time travel adventure without a single plot hole to poke through, and a love story strong enough to save humanity itself. Send a message back @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan help to commemorate this Memorial Day 2022 with list of movies that deal with aftermath military service and honor soldiers who fell while fighting under the U.S. flag. We also take some time out to memorialize actor Ray Liotta and the impressive legacy he leaves behind. Please check in with us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan take look at a handful of films that deal with mortality and the afterlife. They examine three categories: returning ghosts, reincarnation and time spent in heaven or hell, and examine some of what these narrative fantasies say about us. They also take some time out to memorialize film composer Vangelis. Reach out to them from the other side @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan take a guess at the Future of Cinema and the untold horrors it will surely bring. They start by looking into a few massive coming attractions, then move on to examine the cresting of the streaming model and the corporate and public obsession with intellectual property. The show wraps up with the Trend Tracker and a question from a fake listener. Although you can get real with them anytime @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are thrilled to have our pals Michael and Rob back in the fold to discuss four new double features we've assigned ourselves. The Woman in the Window + Scarlet Street, Capricorn One + Outland, Escape to Victory + Annie, and 9 to 5 + Big Business. Let us know what you think @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan could not be more proud to have as our special guest Actor, Dancer and Recording Artist Ana Isabelle. Ana and Joel talk about their shared experiences working on the stage together and Ana brings a fascinating and personal behind the scenes look at the making of Steven Spielberg's West Side Story, where she played the role of Rosalia. Reactions are welcome as always @askjoelandryan

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As promised, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan travel back to 1995 to question whether a five year cycle of films might have been unfairly rated by critics and audiences alike. This time they concentrate on the Science Fiction and Fantasy side things with some mixed and interesting results. Remember, you can always state you case at @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan explore some of the worst critically reviewed mainstream films from around 1995 to 2005 in this episode where they try and better define the words underrated and overrated as used in present day pop culture discourse. Got an underrated movie you want to champion? Hit us up @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan launch a new recurring series with their buddies Bryan and Mazz about Dad Movies, and this episode they are breaking down a specific kind of masculine bonding story, the World War II Mission film. It's a fun show full of childhood memories and joking around. Send your secret missives @askjoelandryan

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Inspired by their previous week's exploration into episode topics they didn't cover, and encouraged by their own resident computer mainframe, the Tickertainment Trend-Tracker, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you their list of the Top 25 Scariest Artificial Intelligences. Login and let us know what you think @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan take you on a trip through all the topics they have considered discussing but that never made it on to a show of their own in this week's "The Shows That Never Were" episode. And as always, a reminder that you can join in and help pick the topics that most interest you anytime @askjoelandryan

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This week The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan launch a new series examining the filmographies of filmmakers who, while not household names, have definitely helped to shape the pop culture of their respective eras. They begin with Director, Screenwriter and Cinematographer Peter Hyams. You can nominate your own favorite storyteller for this series by contacting us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan take a look at many of the accomplished athletes who became actors and the stories that go along with how they got there. They also kick things off by addressing The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recent decision to diminish both art and science @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver the 6th and final episode of their Year in Review series for 2021. You get their take on a host of films by new female directors, a rundown of movie musicals, a sampling of large scale art films, and a capping off of things by reviewing some of the most talked about screen projects of the year. Join in at your own risk @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you part 5 of what is shaping up to be a 6 part Year in Review series for 2021. In this episode, they clumsily examine the differences between a crime thriller and a crime drama  They also review a pile of high concept Sci-fi and speculative fiction, ending, as all movie discussions must these days, with super heroes @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the fourth part of their Year in Review series for 2021. In this episode, they examine the difference between being "based on the incredible true story" and "ripped from the headlines." They also review a nifty collection of behind the lines war films and political thrillers. Go undercover @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the third part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they look some failed attempts at starting new franchises, Liam Neeson helmed action thrillers, and some nifty under the radar mystery films. They also take a moment at the top to reconsider 2004's Phantom of the Opera. Feel free to haunt their efforts @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the second part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they look quarantine based comedies, giant monsters attacking, Hitchcock inspired suspense, and big scale family adventures. Let them know what you think @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the first part of their Year in Review series. In this episode, they look back a handful of films from 2019 and 2020 that slipped through the cracks. They also talk over an extraordinary group of documentaries that came out over the past year, and play clean-up with a group of worthy Oscar contenders that nevertheless did not find their way to a best picture nomination @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan kicks off the new year and their 5th season with their Alternative Oscars Ceremony where they look back at the best films of 2020 and try and put them in proper perspective a year or so later. They also say goodbye to Sidney Poitier and Betty White. Don't forget, you can share your Altscar favorite @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Club with Joel & Ryan & Shauna is back for the final podcast of 2021 and our 4th season Movie fun! In this episode we talk over three non-holiday films with significant holiday scenes: About a Boy, The Drop, and The Age of Adeline. We also share our feelings about the Holiday Season in general and try to pick some favorite Christmas movie moments @askjoelandryan

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In this episode The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan talk over Philip Noyce's The Rabbit Proof Fence and the extraordinary documentary about the making of it. We touch on a few current events and pay tribute to composer Stephen Sondheim. We then travel back to 1985 to deep dive into Young Sherlock Holmes. The game is afoot @askjoelandryan

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Redford Directs! And The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan discuss and rank all 9 of his directorial projects, Ordinary People, The Milagro Beanfield War, A River Runs Through It, Quiz Show, The Horse Whisperer, The Legend of Bagger Vance, Lions for Lambs, The Conspirator and The Company You Keep. @askjoelandryan

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This episode, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan give you three reasons Danny DeVito's Hoffa is better than The Irishman. Pay tribute to all time great animal performer Canadian timber wolf-Alaskan Malamute hybrid 'Jed.' And then tackle the two best Merchant-Ivory collaborations, Howards End and Remains of the Day, before ending with a hottake @askjoelandryan

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Only a five title filmography with every movie nominated for an Academy Award for best picture (including three winners). The Godfather, The Conversation, The Godfather Part II, Dog Day Afternoon, and The Deer Hunter. John Cazale was one of the most inspiring actors of his generation. This week The Movie Show with Joel and Ryan celebrate nearly every scene @askjoelandryan

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Halloween is finally here and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan, like they do every year, have come up with capsule reviews of 24 scary movies to help you navigate this and future spooky seasons! They also whip up some fun Halloween Hottakes before the gig is up and encourage you to send in your own @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan proudly present their 2021 Halloween Treat Bag! They talk about few scary movies as you would expect. But they also try and rank some of cinema's creepy kids, contemplate spending the night in some haunted houses, and share some fun Halloween memories of their own! Check it out and share your stories @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan welcome back Michael and Rob  to the show to talk about a set of scary movie double features! Night of the Demon, Burn Witch Burn, Black Christmas, When a Stranger Calls, Wolfen, The Hunger, Silver Bullet, and Werewolves Within are all on the agenda. Check in and share yours @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan celebrate the life and career of iconic screen actor Gene Hackman, in and amongst counting down his top 10 performances, we touch on at least 20 other titles and and try to unravel what makes Hackman one of the most reliable actors of his generation. Get your shots in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Club with Joel & Ryan & Shauna takes on 3 big dog movies from the last 10 years or so in Red Dog, Hachi: A Dog's Tale, and Megan Leavey. We also talk about our own dogs and examine the invaluable lessons our pets can teach us. Have your own dog stories to tell? Let us know @askjoelandryan

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Ryan & Joel talk over a host of movies that found their audience in the early 80s at video stores and on pay cable, as apposed to on cinema screens. They discuss the fates of The Man From Snowy River, Six Pack, Max Dugan Returns, Strange Brew and Eddie and the Cruisers, among many others. Share your memories @askjoelandryan

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Following up on their previous episode examining the early films of the DCEU, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan tackle both the theatrical and Zack Snyder Cut of the Justice League film. The go over all the major difference and relive some of the sorted history behind the project. They also do a whip around of Aquaman, Shazam!, Birds of Prey and Wonder Woman 1984 before wrapping things up @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan try to figure out the early films in the DC Extended Universe by discussing The Green Lantern, Man of Steel, Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, Suicide Squad, and Wonder Woman. They also address some common criticisms and fan theories @askjoelandryan

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Through a strange twist of fate (check out the beginning of Episode 4.25) The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan got the opportunity to make contact with renowned filmmaker and documentarian Charles de Lauzirika. He in turn was kind enough to come on the show and share some of his experiences in the industry and analyze some of his most recent works.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are joined again by resident horror expert and most excellent friend Michael to deliver their last episode that deep dives into the final two films of the Alien 'Quadrilogy' 1992's Alien³ and 1997's Alien Resurrection.

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan along with Michael are back in front of the mic to finish the deep dive into James Cameron's Aliens. They begin on an express elevator to hell and end trying to answer whether or not it is okay to dream. In between they hash out the details of one of the most intense and rewarding sequels of all time @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan return as promised along with their buddy Michael to take a deep dive into James Cameron's Aliens on this, the 35th anniversary of its release in 1986. Such is our love and passion for the science fiction classic that we only get about a third of the way through it, with the promise of an exciting confusion next episode @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are once again joined by our friend and resident horror expert Michael Klug as we take a deep dive into the Alien Universe. This is the first of a three part series dedicated solely to Ridley Scott's original 1979 science fiction classic. Reactions and suggestions for future episodes welcome @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan countdown the Top 10 Movies of Filmmaker Michael Mann, and include at least some mention of his most celebrated work in television and the couple of projects that got away from him. They also take on some fun and controversial Hottakes before it's all over @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan is back with the 4th gathering of The Movie Club with Joel & Ryan & Shauna! This time they are talking over the movies, Prisoners, Nebraska and Dead Man Walking. They also take a moment to recognize the passing of Richard Donner and answer a couple questions @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan welcome back friend of the show Rob Dunkelberger to discuss a Romantic Time Travel Double Feature! The movies are 1980's Somewhere in Time and 1979's Time After Time. They also unearth information about a lost Movie Show episode and climb aboard Dr. Clock's Timegorious Mindscrambula to finish things out @askjoelandryan

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The last broadcast of V: The Final Battle, brought on the ultimate confrontation between the Alien Visitors and the Human Resistance. It also contained an astonishing settling of accounts between characters in which we the viewers shared a long history, and the emergence of the next step in human/alien evolution. Last chance to get your voices heard @askjoelandryan

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The second night of V: The Final Battle brought about the arrival of a couple complicated new allies, a rival for everyone's favorite dragon queen, a look into the mysterious conversion process and a no holds barred attack on the Visitor pumping station. In the end, it was all about the Lizard Baby though. Thoughts and impressions are welcome @askjoelandryan

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A year later, the alien invasion saga that began with V culminated in a struggle to save the world in V: The Final Battle. With budget and artistic compromises everywhere, can our heroes do what's necessary to save themselves and humanity? Michael is back to help Joel and Ryan figure out the first episode @askjoelandryan

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The Visitors that emerged from the 50 mother ships around the globe were humanlike in appearance and seemed to extend the hand of friendship, but who are they really, and what do they truly want from us... On May 2nd, 1983, the concluding episode of V The Miniseries aired on NBC. Joel and Ryan are once again joined by Michael to discuss that evenings revelations. Share your thoughts and memories with us @askjoelandryan

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They said they came in peace to all mankind. On behalf of their great Leader, he who governs their united planet with benevolence and wisdom. The came because they needed our help... On May 1st, 1983, the first episode of V The Miniseries aired on NBC. Joel and Ryan are once again joined by Michael to discuss that fateful night. Share your thoughts and memories with us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan proudly present to you their Indie Western Roundup! Yee-Haw! Together they work through a dozen or so modest variations on that sturdiest of Hollywood genres. They also take time for (and get a little political in - gulp) a new Hollywood Hottakes segment. You can respond to them @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are back after a week away with a tribute to Movie Moms! But before they get into that, they get you caught up with whatever it is that Ryan has been watching. Those may be, but mostly are not at all, Mother's Day related. Got a list of Mom's I Love from Film? Let them know @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver their second 70s celebration show with further analysis of some classic movies and unsung gems from the period of 1969 to 1977! This episode features the song "Everybody's Party" by BJ Block and Dawn Pemberton from FMA (freemusicarchive.org). @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan celebrate the 70s with analysis of some classic movies and unsung gems from the period of 1969 to 1977! We also revisit last week's episode with a fitting tribute to the filmmakers of the golden age of Ozploitation. This episode features "Everybody's Party" by BJ Block and Dawn Pemberton from FMA (freemusicarchive.org). @askjoelandryan

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For this episode, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are pleased and honored to include their buddy Michael Klug and his friend, Australian Filmmaker Chris Fitchett as they discuss the golden age of Ozploitation Cinema. They countdown the Top 5 and touch on a handful more with an accomplished storyteller who actually lived it. Reactions are welcome @askjoelandryan

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Once again, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan tackle a variety of topics including the films of Todd Field: In the Bedroom, and Little Children. They discuss the recent documentary The Last Blockbuster, and in response to a listener question, dive into 12 Years a Slave, and Whiplash, each of which Ryan has given a perfect rating. Don't forget, any topic is fair game @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan come back from out of the shadows to provide a beginner's guide to the screen adaptations renowned English novelist John le Carré (born David John Moore Cornwell). They also take a quick stab at the Razzie Awards and talk about a couple of films lost to current events @askjoelandryan

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It's all fun and games on this week's The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan. They discuss some recent documentary projects, some of the history behind Zach Snyder's Justice League, a few of the more colossal blunders of the early and mid 90's, and break out a fun new segment called "What do you do?" If you have question, or especially if you have answers please reach out @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan is back with the third meeting of The Movie Club with Joel & Ryan & Shauna! And this time they're taking on the three big business films of the late 80s: The Secret of My Success, Working Girl and Wall Street! Remember: Blue Horseshoe LOVES The Movie show with Joel & Ryan @askjoelandryan

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This week The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan welcome our pal Bryan back onboard to help relive that awkward but inspired era when The Walt Disney Company expanded into PG rating territory. If you'd like to protest and want us to hear about it, you better use @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are proud to have Dayna Del Val, Personal Systems Disruptor back with us to rank, discuss and debate the Top 5 Jane Austen screen adaptations. If you have something to add, and can maintain the expected degree of decorum and propriety, you may inform us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan celebrate their 100th Episode with their friends, Michael, Rob & Bryan. They look back at the show so far, listen to some messages from friends and listeners alike and even talk about some movies. Thanks and well wishes only @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver the second part of their 2020 year in review where they break down another massive list of recent releases in hopes of giving their kind listening audience some ideas of things to watch to help get through these long winter months. Share your own ideas @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan return with the first part of their 2020 year in review. In these days when options are limited and escape is necessary, the idea is that working these big lists will help you to sort out what the best cinema at home possibilities might be for you. If you have other ideas you can always let them know @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan proudly present their Alternative Oscars ceremony where they re-imagine the 2019 Academy Award Nominees for Best Picture and talk over some other Oscar related films from that year in the process. If you ave a different opinion you can pay along at @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are back! And for their first episode of 2021, they celebrate the life and works of filmmaker and documentarian Michael Apted. Guest host Rob joins us to look at his full filmography with special focus on the superlative UP Series. Let us know what you think @askjoelandryan

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Spend this holiday season with The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan! This week we are again joined by our friend Shauna for the first of what we hope will be many Joel & Ryan & Shauna Movie Club meetings. This week we're doing it Christmas style with reviews of Prancer, The Ref, and Scrooged! You can join the club @askjoelandryan

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With news of Elliot Page coming out as Transgender last week, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan turn to our friends Rob Dunkelberger and George Atticus Yocom to provide some personal perspective. We also revisit the debacle and miracle that was the year in cinema in 2006 in a breathless calendar segment. Join us @askjoelandryan

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This week The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are joined again by filmmaker/critic Michael Klug to celebrate the life and art of actor John Candy. We countdown his top 10 performances and talk a little about Warner Bros. decision to stream all their 2021 releases day-and-date with their theatrical debuts. @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you the conclusion of their two-part deep-dive into the Dune universe, focusing primarily on the second half of David Lynch's 1984 adaption. They also discuss the Syfy miniseries and the upcoming 2021 film. Check in with us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring you part one of a two-part deep-dive into the Dune universe, focusing primarily on David Lynch's controversial and often misunderstood 1984 adaption. And it's not too late to add your thoughts to next week's discussion @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan travel back in time to the latter half of 1990 when Hollywood was kind enough to provide us with five genre-defining crime dramas. Our pal Bryan K. Bevell sits shotgun as we discuss State of Grace, King of New York, Goodfellas, Miller's Crossing and The Godfather Part III @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan have always believed that a great story can shine a light on something; illuminate a part of the human condition. And that through illumination we can better connect with each other. Our friend Shauna is onboard this week to talk about three such films that affected us very deeply. Please share @askjoelandryan

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It's episode 31 on October 31s and The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan, along with their buddy and resident horror expert, Michael Klug have 31 Scary Movies to rundown for you: The home audience. They pull it off in an extended show with good tips on what to watch and what to avoid when fear is on the menu. @askjoelandryan

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In the spirit of all things spooky, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan proudly present the second and final part of a two part special counting down the Top 20 film and television adaptations of the works of Stephen King. We are once again honored by the presence of our friends Michael and Rob @askjoelandryan

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For this Halloween Season, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan proudly present the first part of a two part special counting down the Top 20 film and television adaptations of the works of Stephen King. We are thrilled to again be joined by our friends Michael and Rob @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are proud to dedicate nearly the entire length of Episode 3.28 to celebrate the life and performances of one of their favorite actors of all time. The late Sir Ian Holm. A Top 10 list overstuffed with 15 or so movies. Check it out. @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan is honored to have veteran stage and screen actor Jay O. Sanders as the featured guest on this week's episode. Jay takes us through his early biography and some great behind the scenes stories from the sets of Tucker: A Man and His Dream, Glory, JFK, Angels in the Outfield and more.

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This week The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan talk a little about the state of the movie going experience in this strange reality that we're living through. And then soldier on to preview some of the high profile titles appearing on our calendars in the near future (with a few unavoidable sidetracks of course). @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan bring to a close their three-part disaster extravaganza with competing modern cg disaster film lists from Ryan and guest host Michael Klug. They are also honored to include excerpts from an interview Joel conducted with actor Jay O. Sanders. Please note there are a couple bad words in this one. Complaints to @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan return to catalog the best disaster movies of the 90s, as was foretold in last week's episode. Their buddy Michael is once again along for the ride, and technical issues aside, it's very fun show. Don't forget to hit us up at @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan invite you to travel back to a simpler time when audiences flocked to the theaters to see recently famous people die in the most timely evening wear available. It's our first of three episode where we, along with our buddy Michael, examine the mass appeal of the Disaster Movie. We start things off in the 70s. @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan welcomes back super fan Rob Dunkelberger as our guest host who, along with his son George Atticus Yocom, take us on a journey of cinematic transformation, discussing films about transgender people and the transgender experience. Join us @askjoelandryan

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Sometimes The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan provides concise and witty analysis of important films and television, while other times they resemble an incoherent run-on sentence, like Siskel and Ebert falling down the balcony stairs. Fans of the latter approach should inquire within and send their support to @askjoelandryan

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In honor of the recently departed, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan spend the first half this episode going through the feature films of director Alan Parker, from Bugsy Malone to Angela's Ashes and beyond. We also talk about a few unexpected first watches from Ryan and take a couple questions in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel and Ryan plays a little catchup in Episode 19 of Season 3, taking a look at the state of the movies in these unprecedented times and tackling a variety of different entertainment subjects. Get in touch with us @askjoelandryan

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As promised, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan continue the summer fun with some analysis of the Jaws sequels. Their friend Michael is back to help guide the way! They also discuss Kathleen Kennedy stepping down as head of Lucasfilm and answer a listener question! As a reminder, you can always reach out to us at @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan had a panic on their hands on the 4th of July. How could they possibly countdown the entire Jaws franchise in a single episode? The answer, rather predictably, is they couldn't. And thus, this episode is dedicated entirely Steven Spielberg's 1975 record-breaking film of Peter Benchley's bestselling novel. All the better that their pal Michael was along for the ride! You can get out to sea too @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan realized there has been exactly 0 summer blockbusters released in 2020. They thought as a way of compensating they would look back at some of the blockbusters you may have skipped in the last 10 years and give them their pitch. You'll have to make up your own mind as to which you're going to try, but at least now, you'll be best prepared to do so. Feel free to bust their blocks @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan welcome fan, friend and resident horror movie expert Michael Klug to the show this week where they each discuss a favorite scary sequence that has stuck with them throughout the years. They also talk about the state of horror and film criticism in general and don't resist a few trips down memory lane either. Join in @askjoelandryan

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Another week, another special guest on The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan. This time we get a visit from our friend and listener Bryan, a fellow veteran show business pal and movie enthusiast who talks over the 40th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back and our mutual love of all things Science Fiction, among other topics. Let us know what you think @askjoelandryan

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This week The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan are pleased to welcome aboard long-time listener and arts blogger Rob Dunkelberger. Rob writes for The Stages of MN and in this episode he helps walk Joel and Ryan through several films that revolve around creating works for the live stage, including one Joel actually appears in! Let us know who's next @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan have their first guests! A week after appearing as a guests on Dayna Del Val's podcast ExtraordinaryExtraordinary, Joel & Ryan are delighted to feature Dayna and her husband Andrew Marry on theirs. A wide range of different topics and films get discussed, including In Harm's Way, The 9th Configuration and Zardoz! Wanna be a guest? Hit us up at @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan is back after an extended break with a timely episode suggesting a handful of online streaming options you may have missed. They take a moment to get you caught up with what they've been up to at and even give you some tips on you, our listeners, can appear with them on the 'cast in the upcoming weeks. First step is reaching out @askjoelandryan

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Joel & Ryan dedicate a episode to covering the cinematic adaptations of Novelist Tom Clancy and discuss the genre he nearly single handedly evented, the techno-thriller. We also take some time to bid farewell to Max Von Sydow, talk about some news and relive some memories, and answer a couple of long lost questions in @askjoelandryan

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Joel & Ryan are back again and have taken on the daunting challenge of counting down the Top 10 best performances of the incomparable Sigourney Weaver. We talk briefly about EON Productions decision to move the latest Bond movie to November, and to close things out Joel takes 10 questions from the late James Lipton. Don't forget, we take your questions too @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan crack open the pages of their graphic novel collections and take on the film adaptations of iconoclast comic author Alan Moore. We also take a moment to discuss Steven Spielberg's stepping down from Indy 5, evaluate the Coppola restoration of 1984's The Cotton Club, and even check in with the Trend Tracker. Send your responses @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan look back at the careers of a group of promising actors who did not live to see age 40. They also try to project where the Hollywood rollercoaster may have taken them next. We also take time to give shout-outs to some fellow podcasters and a two year-old HBO series. You're gonna get some hottakes too @askjoelandryan

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Although International Talk Like a Pirate Day was back in September, that's no reason The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan can't have a talk about Pirates day. In this case with a nifty Top 5 Pirate Movies list. We also give a quick reaction to the 2020 Oscars Ceremony itself and take a couple questions in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan finally get themselves back into the ranking game with their list of Top 5 Situation Comedy Series Finales. They also take time for a tribute to Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas and to read a letter from a loyal listener in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver their look back on the 2018-2019 movie season in this, the second part of their annual Year-in-Review. This episode contains a lot of the of the more under-the-radar releases over that time but still includes a blockbuster or two. If you think they missed anything you should say so @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver their look back on the 2018-2019 movie season in this, the first part of their annual Year-in-Review. This episode contains a lot of the higher profile releases on offer from Hollywood over that time. Let them know what you think @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan is finally ready to reveal how they feel about last year's Academy Award for Best Picture. They go in depth with every nominee and champion a couple films that they felt should have, at minimum, been nominated along with the other contenders. If you've got different ideas, they'd love to hear about it in @askjoelandryan

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Well, another season, another Star Wars episode. With apologies to those who feel that it's time to move on, a listener sent in a thoughtful and interesting reaction to the most recent Rise of Skywalker reaction podcast and that is the kind of thing The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan likes to encourage. Please enjoy our shortest episode ever! Or you may complain to @askjoelandryan

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The nerds speak! This is it: The last episode of S2 of The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan dedicated entirely to the last episode of the "The Skywalker Saga" Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker. Be warned: We spoil EVERYTHING, starting at about 20 minutes in. And since we won't be back for a few weeks, we made this one extra long. You can thanks us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan deliver the second of three deep dive episodes exploring the final films in the "Skywalker Saga" continuing with 2017's controversial The Last Jedi. You also get a behind-the-scenes sneak peak into the life of a union theatrical understudy. Don't forget to call in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan is back and ready to close out the year with three deep dive episodes exploring the final films in the "Skywalker Saga" kicking things off with 2015's The Force Awakens. We also give you some direction on your Holiday TV binge watching plans. Let us know what you think in @askjoelandryan

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An anecdote about meeting Timothy Dalton, on-topic questions as shared by a listener, and the most recent four James Bond movies reviewed, all on this week's episode of The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan. We wrap things up with a final tally and some closing thoughts before taking next week off. You should always feel free to seek us out @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan proudly present the next batch of James Bond movies. In this Episode we discuss the films of Timothy Dalton and Pierce Brosnan, hitting all the highlights and lowlights from The Living Daylights thru Die Another Day. We close out next week with Daniel Craig's tenure and any questions you see fit to provide @askjoelandryan

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They said it couldn't be done! They said there was no way The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan could fit analysis of all 25 James Bond films into one episode! And you know what? They were right. Still, here's a fun and breathless rundown of the first 15 films in the series. Check in with us @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan conclude their Halloween Trilogy with a smattering of scary movie reviews including The Monster, Crawl, Overlord, Glass, The Awakening, The Orphanage, and Sleepy Hollow, among many others . They also take a couple of spooky listener questions in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan continue their celebration of all things Halloween! They talk over recent films like The Hole in the Ground and Gwen, revisit the Ouija Franchise, take a unmarked detour through several 70s also-rans, and go in depth on Columbia's monster revivals of the 90s! Stick around for some spooky fun Hottakes. Then check in with us @askjoelandryan

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Tis the season for ghouls and goblins so The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan tee up an episode that celebrates the original Universal Studios Monster Collection! We also evaluate recent horror releases Suspiria 2018, The Little Stranger, Hellboy, Us, The House with the Clock in Its Walls and E.T. The Extra Terrestrial? Sure, why not. Don't forget to hit us up at @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan invite you to help celebrate their first lap around the sun together by listening to their 1 Year Anniversary Extravaganza! Get to know the hosts a little better, check in with modern industry trends, and if somehow that isn't enough, you can also get your most pressing questions answered in @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan return to talk about a series of film adaptations that ruled the box office for nearly a decade before fading back into history. Those would be the films adapted from the novels of John Grisham. We rank each and explore them in depth. We also talk about Joel's trip to London and some more recent movies we each caught up on. @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan conclude the first part of their Deep Dive into the works of Steven Spielberg. Continuing where they left off in 2002 they examine the films Catch Me If You Can, The Terminal, War of the Worlds, Munich, & Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (Briefly). They hope you share your thoughts and Oxford commas @askjoelandryan

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The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan begin what will no doubt be a segment several episodes in the making as they take their first Deep Dive into the works of Steven Spielberg. They start out in 1997 and examine the films The Lost World: Jurassic Park (Briefly), Amistad, Saving Private Ryan, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, & Minority Report. Please share your thoughts @askjoelandryan

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It's no secret that when it comes to The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan, Joel and Ryan are pretty much just making it up as they go along. So why not take some time to celebrate some of the most spontaneous and improvised moments in the movies as they do so? No reason comes to mind. And remember, in your own words, it's always okay to check in @askjoelandryan

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Remember those awesome The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan Summer Movie Previews we did for you last Spring? Well, this is just like that - only Fall Style! Joel & Ryan look ahead to releases coming to a theater near you in this second part that covers the months of November and December. We're excited to hear what makes you excited in @askjoelandryan