Movies Past and Present Podcast: Recent Episodes
Movies Past and Present Podcast
Podcast with recommendations, commentary, and reviews of current and classic cinema. Established 2018.
Mitch from ImagineeringDisney.com joins me for a discussion about and our individual rankings of the five Toy Story films. And, of course, we always have to talk about Disney Parks as well with some of our thoughts about how Toy Story is represented in the Disney theme parks around the world. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Darin Lundberg joins me for a discussion and ranking of Steven Spielberg-directed films from 2001 to today. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My buddy Chris Dallin joins me for a discussion about the latest Star Wars film THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
A deep dive into MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE with Darin Lundberg. We have the power! Thanks for tuning in. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Catching up on some reviews of new movies now playing in theaters, including THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE (Illumination/Universal), THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 (20th Century Studios), THE SHEEP DETECTIVES (Amazon MGM), THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU (Lucasfilm), PRESSURE (Focus Features), and MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE (Amazon MGM, Mattel). I also give a recap of the 2026 TCM Classic Film Festival held in Hollywood, CA April 30-May 3, 2026., which I absolutely loved. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My good friend Darin Lundberg joins me for a discussion about PROJECT HAIL MARY (Amazon/MGM, 2026). Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
ZOOTOPIA Deep Dive -- Mitch from ImagineeringDisney.com joins me for a discussion of Walt Disney Animation Studios' hugely successful films ZOOTOPIA (2016) and its sequel ZOOTOPIA 2 (2025). Thanks for tuning in! More at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
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2026 Preview--15 films coming in 2026 that I'm excited to see. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Mitch and Lilly from ImagineeringDisney.com join me to discuss our favorite feature length films that Pixar Animation Studios has released over the last 15 years. We each pick our top 5 films (and discuss some films from the bottom of our lists, too). More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
R.I.P. Rob Reiner (1947-2025). My buddy Darin Lundberg joins me to discuss seven films directed by Rob Reiner that we both love. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Film and theater critics and aficionados Jen Edwards (@jenstakeoneverything) and Rachel Wagner (@rachels_reviews) join me to discuss both WICKED films and the original Broadway musical. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My buddy Chris Dallin joins me in reviewing the biopic SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE (20th Century Studios, 2025) along with discussing some of our other favorite rock and country musician biopics. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Director and author Stephen Anderson joins me for a discussion about Disney's TRON films, including a review of the latest film In the series TRON: ARES (Disney, 2025). Get Stephen's fantastic book DISNEY IN-BETWEEN: THE LOST YEARS 1966-1986 at https://theoldmillpress.com/product/disney-in-between-the-lost-years-1966-1986/. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My buddy Chris Dallin joins me for a discussion about our favorite films starring Robert Redford (1936-2025). More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My friend and animation aficionado Mark Brown joins me for a discussion about Steven Spielberg's motion-capture animated film THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN (2011), based on the popular European comic books. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My friend, podcaster, and film aficionado Darin Lundberg joins me today to discuss some our favorite MGM musicals. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My friend and animation aficionado Mark Brown joins me for a discussion about 13 animated feature films that we like but that others don't. Follow Mark’s blogs at https://theanimationcommendation.com and https://myliveactiondisneyproject.com.More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Darin Lundberg joins me for a deep dive into Superman films, including our thoughts on James Gunn's new SUPERMAN now playing in theaters. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Join me for a mid-summer 2025 movie re-cap. Also make sure to check out the "80s Ladies," 20 actresses popular in the 1980s who are sharing the spotlight as the TCM Star of the Month every Tuesday evening in July (check your local listings). Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Animation expert Mark Brown and I discuss 13 animated features films that we don't care for but that others do. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Darin Lundberg joins me for a deep-dive into the MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE film series including a review of the latest film MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING.
A discussion with my friends Rachel Wagner and Jen Edwards about the giant piece of crap that is Disney's SNOW WHITE (2025) remake. Shame on Disney for disrespecting their heritage and legacy by making this absolutely dreadful film. More info at moviespastand present.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Co-host Darin Lundberg and I talk with special guest Stephen Anderson, animation director and author, about his book "Disney In-Between." We also discuss the egregious practice of the "live-action" remakes of animated features. Thanks for tuning in. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
I'm back! Thanks for your patience during my absence. Five reviews in this episode: WICKED (Universal), A REAL PAIN (Searchlight), MOANA 2 (Walt Disney Animation Studios), GLADIATOR II (Paramount), and MUFASA: THE LION KING (Walt Disney Studios). Also make sure to check out the new trailers for CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD (Marvel Studios) and SUPERMAN (DC Studios) both coming to theaters in 2025.More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for your support and for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My friend and host of the NostalgiaCast podcast Darin Lundberg joins me for a deep dive into the ALIEN series of films along with a review of the latest ALIEN film, ALIEN: ROMULUS.More info at moviespastandpresent.com.(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
You've just entered THE TWILIGHT ZONE! My good friend Mark Brown joins me for a deep dive into the 1983 film THE TWILIGHT ZONE and the classic anthology TV series from 1959-1964 that inspired it. Thanks for tuning in!More info at moviespastandpresent.com.(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Mitch and Lilly from ImagineeringDisney.com join me for an epic analysis of the last 15 years of films from Walt Disney Animation Studios. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My good friend, fellow movie buff, and host of the NostalgiaCast podcast Darin Lundberg joins me for a discussion about Kevin Costner's first installment in his ambitious new film series HORIZON: AN AMERICAN SAGA-CHAPTER 1 (Warner Bros./New Line, 2024). We also discuss Kevin Costner's other Western films.Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com.(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Join us as we review five summer movies now playing in theaters:YOUNG WOMAN AND THE SEA (Disney)FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA (Warner Bros.)THE GARFIELD MOVIE (Sony)INSIDE OUT 2 (Disney/Pixar)BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE (Sony)Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com.(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters -- May 10: KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (20th Century). May 17: IF (Paramount), THE STRANGERS CHAPTER ONE (Lionsgate), BACK TO BLACK (Focus Features). Reviews: THE FALL GUY (Universal), KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (20th Century). Classic Cinema Corner: Recaps of the 2024 Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Classic Film Festival and the Star Wars May the 4th Marathon. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: THE FIRST OMEN (20th Century Studios) and MONKEY MAN (Universal). Classic Cinema Corner: Check out TCM's double feature tribute "Two for One" on Saturday evenings for the next 13 weeks starting April 6. More info at tcm.com. Reviews: GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE (2024) and both ROAD HOUSE (1989 and 2024). More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters -- GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE (Columbia Pictures) and GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE (Warner Bros./Legendary). See It on the Big Screen -- LUCA, GONE WITH THE WIND, Studio Ghibli Fest 2024, Spidey-Mondays, Star Wars. Reviews -- DUNE: PART TWO (Warner Bros.), KUNG FU PANDA 4 (DreamWorks/Universal), ARTHUR THE KING (Lionsgate). Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Chris Dallin joins me for our first "Made in Utah" episode where we discuss movies that were filmed in the great state of Utah. We are also commemorating the 100th anniversary of when the first movies filmed in Utah premiered as our shout out to the Utah Film Commission's "100 Years of Utah Film & Television" celebration (https://film.utah.gov/100years/). More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: NIGHT SWIM (Universal) Reviews: WISH (Walt Disney Animation Studios), NEXT GOAL WINS (Searchlight), THE HOLDOVERS (Focus Features), WONKA (Warner Bros.), GODZILLA MINUS ONE (Toho Co., Ltd.), FERRARI (Neon), THE BOYS IN THE BOAT (MGM) Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
In this final Disney100 episode, I’m joined by my good friends Marc Vibbert from the Animation Fascination podcast and Trent Vactor from the Vactor-Verse podcast where we each pick three favorites from some of the studios owned by The Walt Disney Company, specifically, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, and Lucasfilm. Happy New Year!
New in Theaters on November 10: THE MARVELS (Marvel Studios). New in Theaters on November 17: NEXT GOAL WINS (Searchlight Pictures), THANKSGIVING (Sony Pictures), TROLLS BAND TOGETHER (DreamWorks/Universal), and THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES (Lionsgate). Reviews: TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR, THE MARVELS, and KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My friends Mitch and Lilly from ImagineeringDisney.com join me for a special Disney100 mega episode of the podcast. The three of us discuss three individual favorite films from The Walt Disney Studios. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Happy Halloween! My guest Chris Dallin joins me in a discussion of Halloween movies, including our favorite Disney Halloween picks.More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Reviews: THE CREATOR (20th Century Studios) and BOTTOMS (Orion/MGM). Classic Cinema Corner: See these great films on the big screen (check fathomevents.com for more information): BACK TO THE FUTURE on October 21, THE BIRDS on October 22-23, and SPIRITED AWAY on October 28-November 1. I also discuss some movies coming to theaters this fall that I'm excited to see. Thanks for tuning in. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
My buddy Marc Vibbert joins me for a Disney100 episode to discuss THE MIGHTY DUCKS (Walt Disney Pictures, 1992).
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As part of my Disney100 series, my friends Jen Edwards and Rachel Wagner join me to discuss the five PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN movies. Dead men tell no tales!
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It's "Barbenheimer" weekend! We got to see both OPPENHEIMER (Universal) and BARBIE (Warner Bros.) on the big screen this weekend and enjoyed them both. Check out our reviews on the podcast.
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In another of my Disney100 podcast episodes, I'm joined by my friends Rachel Wagner of Rachel's Reviews and Darin Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to discuss some films from The Walt Disney Studios that we think are overrated.
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Returning to Theaters: NAUSICAÄ AND THE VALLEY OF THE WIND (Studio Ghibli, 1984)--July 9 and 11; CASTLE IN THE SKY (Studio Ghibli, 1986)--July 10 and 12; NATIONAL LAMPOON'S VACATION - 40TH ANNIVERSARY (Warner Bros., 1983). Visit fathomevents.com for details.
Review: INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY (Lucasfilm).
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It's an all INDIANA JONES episode! My friend Chris Dallins and I talk about the four INDIANA JONES films in preparation for the latest INDIANA JONES film opening in theaters June 30, 2023.
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New in Theaters: THE BLACKENING (Lionsgate); THE FLASH (DC/Warner Bros.); ELEMENTAL (Disney/Pixar); ASTEROID CITY (Focus Features).
Reviews: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (Sony Pictures Animation); ELEMENTAL (Disney/Pixar).
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Reviews: FAST X (Universal), THE LITTLE MERMAID (Walt Disney Studios). Upcoming Fathom Events in June: RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, HAIRSPRAY - 35th ANNIVERSARY, and KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE.Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com.(c) All Rights Reserved. Movies Past and Present.
New in Theaters on May 19: FAST X (Universal). Coming to Theaters on May 26: THE LITTLE MERMAID (Walt Disney Studios), ABOUT MY FATHER (Lionsgate), YOU HURT MY FEELINGS (A24), KANDAHAR (Open Road Films), THE MACHINE (Sony). Reviews: PETER PAN & WENDY (Walt Disney Studios; now streaming on Disney+), GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3 (Marvel Studios, now playing in theaters). Thanks for tuning in. More information at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Disney100: My friends and fellow movie aficionados Rachel Wagner and Darin Lundberg join me for a discussion about underrated Disney movies. Always so fun to talk with them. More info on the blog at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New and Currently in Theaters: THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE (Illumination/Universal), AIR (MGM), PAINT (IFC Films), and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES (Paramount). Reviews: THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE and JOHN WICK CHAPTER 4. Classic Cinema Corner: See THE LORD OF THE RINGS: RETURN OF THE KING and THE BIG LEBOWSKI on the big screen this month. Visit fathomevents.com for details. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: THE LOST KING (IFC Films), A GOOD PERSON (MGM). Disney100: My friend and co-worker Chris Dallin joins me for a discussion about his favorite Disney feature films. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: SCREAM VI (Paramount), SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS (DC/Warner Bros.). Coming to a Big Screen Near You: MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO (Studio Ghibli, 1988), part of Studio Ghibli Fest 2023, screening March 25-29. More info at fathomevents.com. Disney100: I had the honor and privilege of talking with animation director and story artist Stephen Anderson. Stephen began work at Walt Disney Animation Studios in 1995 on TARZAN (1999). He is the director of MEET THE ROBINSONS (2007) and WINNIE THE POOH (2011). Many thanks to Stephen for sharing his story and experiences with the podcast. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: CREED III (MGM) and OPERATION FORTUNE (Lionsgate). Review: CREED III. Disney100: My buddy Ibraheem Mark Brown joins me for a deep-dive discussion about a mutual childhood favorite, Walt Disney Animation Studios' ROBIN HOOD (1973). Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: MARLOWE, COCAINE BEAR, MY HAPPY ENDING. Classic Cinema Corner: CASABLANCA (Warner Bros., 1942), back on the big screen March 5 and 8; part of the Fathom Big Screen Classics series. Visit fathomevents.com for more details. Reviews: ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA (Marvel Studios). Bonus: For fans of Walt Disney Animation Studios, go see the new 'Wondrous Journeys" fireworks show at Disneyland this year, part of the Disney100 celebration. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Special guests Mitch and Lilly from ImagineeringDisney.com join me for an in-depth discussion on Walt Disney's MARY POPPINS (1964). Part of my #Disney100 commemoration/celebration. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: KNOCK AT THE CABIN (Universal), 80 FOR BRADY (Paramount). Classic Cinema Corner: 30th anniversary screening of GROUNDHOG DAY (Sony, 1993). Part of the Fathom Big Screen Classics series. Check fathomevents.com to find a theater near you. 2023 Movie Watching Project: Watching 100 Disney movies to commemorate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, formed by Walt Disney and his brother Roy Disney in 1923. More info at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in! (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
DreamWorks Animation Special - My friends Rachel Wagner and Darin Lundberg join me for a deep-dive into our favorite (and least favorite) animated features from DreamWorks Animation.Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com.(c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Merry (Almost) Christmas!New in Theaters: BABYLON (Paramount), THE WHALE (A24), EMPIRE OF LIGHT (Searchlight), I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY (TriStar), and PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH (DreamWorks Animation). Reviews: Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO (Netflix) and AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER (20th Century Studios). Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
Happy Thanksgiving! Here are five movies to consider watching this holiday weekend. In Theaters: BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER (Marvel Studios) and STRANGE WORLD (Walt Disney Animation Studios). Streaming: DISENCHANTED (Disney+), A CHRISTMAS STORY CHRISTMAS (HBO Max), and SPIRITED (Apple TV+).Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (C) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (Searchlight Pictures), ARMAGEDDON TIME (Focus Features), BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER (Marvel Studios). Classic Cinema Corner: PLANES, TRAINS, AND AUTOMOBILES (Paramount, 1987); TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD (Universal, 1962)--Both coming to theaters. Check fathomevents.com to find a theater near you. Three By...: Three films by director Penny Marshall. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
This episode features a Classic Cinema Corner deep dive into the one-of-a-kind comic book/strip adaptation of DICK TRACY (Touchstone Pictures, 1990). Joining me for the conversation are film critic Rachel Wagner from Rachel's Reviews (https://www.youtube.com/rachelsreviews) and film historian and commentator Darin Lundberg from the NostalgiaCast podcast (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB4ejPC_xdZX70zGdzFoTUQ). Thanks for tuning in! More info on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
New in Theaters: AMSTERDAM (20th Century Studios); LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE (Sony); TÁR (Focus Features); TRIANGLE OF SADNESS (NEON). Classic Cinema Corner: See POLTERGEIST (Warner Bros., 1982) on the big screen Oct. 6-13--part of the TCM Big Screen Classics series. See fathomevents.com for more information. Also, Universal Pictures is doing a fun Halloween-themed double-feature on October 29 only. See a double feature of CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON (1954) and PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (1943) on the big screen. See fathomevents.com for more information. Streaming: I review the OG HOCUS POCUS (Disney, 1993) along with its new sequel HOCUS POCUS 2 (Disney, 2022). Both films are streaming on Disney+. Thanks for tuning in! More info at moviespastandpresent.com. (c) Movies Past and Present. All Rights Reserved.
In Theaters -- Two films starring Idris Elba -- THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF LONGING (MGM) and BEAST (Universal). Also opening today (August 26): THE INVITATION (Screen Gems) and a re-release for one week only of ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY (Lucasfilm, 2016) in IMAX which also includes a sneak peek of the new Star Wars Disney+ series ANDOR.
Coming to Theaters on September 2 -- GIGI & NATE (Roadside Attractions), HONK FOR JESUS SAVE YOUR SOUL(Focus Features), re-release of JAWS (Universal, 1975) in IMAX and REAL 3D, and re-release of SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME (Sony/Marvel Studios, 2021) in a new "The More Fun Stuff Version" print with 11 additional minutes of footage added back into the film.
TCM Big Screen Classics -- STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN 40th Anniversary, playing exclusively in theaters September 4, 5, and 8. Check the fathomevents.com/tcm website for more info and to find a screening near you.
Streaming -- Disney+ Day on September 8.
Classic Cinema Corner -- BREAKING AWAY (20th Century Fox, 1979).
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New in Theaters on July 15, 2022 -- WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING (Sony), PAWS OF FURY: THE LEGEND OF HANK (Paramount),THE GRAY MAN (Netflix; streaming on Netflix July 22), MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS (Focus Features).
New in Theaters on July 22, 2022-- NOPE (Universal)
Reviews -- ELVIS (Warner Bros., 2022), THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER (Marvel Studios, 2022)
Classic Cinema Corner -- See CABARET (1972) on the big screen on July 17 and July 20, part of the Turner Classic Movies Big Screen Classics series. More info at fathomevents.com/tcm.
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Coming Soon to Theaters -- ELVIS (Warner Bros.) on June 24; MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU (Illumination/Universal) on July 1.
Review: LIGHTYEAR (Pixar).
Update on my 20th Century Fox movie watching project.
Lots of cool Fathom Events coming up. Make sure to check out fathomevents.com for details.
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New and Coming Soon to Theaters -- DOWNTOWN ABBEY: A NEW ERA (Focus Features); THE BOB'S BURGERS MOVIE (20the Century Studios); TOP GUN: MAVERICK (Paramount Pictures); JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION (Universal).
Reviews: THE BOB'S BURGERS MOVIE and TOP GUN: MAVERICK.
Classic Cinema Corner: See SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT (Universal, 1977) and THE WIZARD OF OZ (MGM, 1939) on the big screen. Details at fathomevents.com.
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Recently Opened in Theaters: THE BAD GUYS (DreamWorks Animation), THE NORTHMAN (Focus Features),THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT (Lionsgate), and EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE (A24).
Opening in Theaters on May 6: DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS (Marvel Studios) along with an exclusive trailer for AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER (20the Century Studios).
Review: THE BAD GUYS.
Also, I give a recap of the 2022 Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Classic Film Festival which was held last week, April 21-24, 2022, in Hollywood. Such a great experience!
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New in Theaters: THE LOST CITY (Paramount), MORBIUS (Columbia/Sony), SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 (Paramount), and FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE (Warner Bros.).
I also recap the "slap seen around the world" aka the 2022 Oscars.
Make sure to see SINGIN' IN THE RAIN on the big screen April 10 and 13, part of the TCM Big Screen Classics series. More info at fathomevents.com/tcm.
And speaking of TCM, the TCM Classic Film Festival is happening April 21-24, 2022 in Hollywood, California. More info at tcm.com/festival.
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Reviews: THE BATMAN (Warner Bros., 2022), TURNING RED (Pixar, 2022), THE ADAM PROJECT (Skydance/Netflix, 2022)
TCM BIG SCREEN: Make sure to check out THE QUIET MAN in theaters on St. Patrick's Day, March 17. More info at fathom events.com/tcm.
OSCARS: Watch the Oscars on Sunday, March 27 on ABC!
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New in Theaters: UNCHARTED (Columbia), DOG (MGM), THE CURSED (LD Entertainment). Also back in theaters is ENCANTO (Walt Disney Animation Studios).
20th Century Fox: A Closer Look -- Three films from 1943, which include STORY WEATHER, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, and THE SONG OF BERNADETTE.
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New in Theaters: DEATH ON THE NILE (20th Century Studios), MARRY ME (Universal), BLACKLIGHT (Briarcliff Entertainment).
Review: DEATH ON THE NILE.
Classic Cinema Corner: See LADY SINGS THE BLUES (Paramount, 1972)on the big screen February 20 and 23, part of the TCM Big Screen Classics series. More info at fathomevents.com/tcm.
Also, check out the 2022 Academy Awards nominees at Oscar.com.
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New in Theaters: JACKASS FOREVER (Paramount), and MOONFALL (Lionsgate)
Reviews: NIGHTMARE ALLEY (Searchlight, 2021), and DON'T LOOK UP (Netflix, 2021)
Movie Watching Project for 2022: Select 20th Century Fox films from 1935 to 2019 (from the studios' merger/inception to its most recent acquisition by The Walt Disney Company)
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New in Theaters: THE 355 (Universal); SCREAM (2022; Paramount)
I also discuss my top 10 movies of 2021.
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Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Big Screen Classics series for 2022 announced! More info at fathom events.com/tcm.
Save the date for the TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood, CA on April 21-24, 2022. More info at tcm.com/festival.
Walt Disney Animation Studios is celebrating the release of ENCANTO, the studios' 60th animated motion picture. I discuss my bottom five and top 10 films from Disney Animation. Make sure to check out ENCANTO in theaters and on Disney+.
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New in Theaters: NIGHTMARE ALLEY (Searchlight), AMERICAN UNDERDOG (Lionsgate), SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME (Columbia/Marvel Studios), SING 2 (Illumination/Universal), THE KING'S MAN (20th Century Studios),THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS (Warner Bros.)
Reviews: WEST SIDE STORY, SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME
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New on Streaming: RED NOTICE (Netflix), FINCH (Apple TV+)
Reviews: THE LAST DUEL (20th Century), DUNE (Warner Bros.), THE FRENCH DISPATCH (Searchlight), ETERNALS (Marvel Studios)
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New in Theaters: THE LAST DUEL (20th Century Studios)
Reviews: NO TIME TO DIE (MGM)
Special Guest: Author and animation historian Mindy Johnson talks about her work as well as her upcoming presentation at Film Forum in New York City on October 17, 2021. More info at filmforum.org. Learn more about Mindy at www.mindyjohnsoncreative.com.
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New in Theaters: CRY MACHO (Warner Bros.); THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE (Searchlight)
Review: SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE 10 RINGS (Marvel Studios, 2021)
Three TCM "Must-See Musicals" of Note: THE PAJAMA GAME (1957; THE UMBRELLAS OF CHERBOURG (1964); A HARD DAY’S NIGHT (1964)
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New in Theaters: THE GREEN KNIGHT (A24), JUNGLE CRUISE (Disney), STILLWATER (Focus Features)
Reviews: BLACK WIDOW (Marvel Studios), SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY (Warner Bros.), SNAKE EYES: G.I. JOE ORIGINS (Paramount), JUNGLE CRUISE (Disney)
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New in Theaters: F9 (Universal)
Classic Cinema Corner: See the 25th anniversary screening of THE BIRDCAGE (1996) on the big screen June 27, 28, and 30--part of the Turner Classic Movies Big Screen Classics series. Visit fathomevents.com/tcm for more details.
Reviews: IN THE HEIGHTS (Warner Bros.); LUCA (Pixar)
Fast & Furious: My review of "The Fast Saga" and F9.
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New in Theaters on June 4: THE CONJURING: THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT (also on HBO Max) and SPIRIT UNTAMED
Review: Disney's CRUELLA (aka "The Battle of the Emmas"--Emma Stone and Emma Thompson)
Three by... Three films by acclaimed Japanese director Yasujiro Ozu (1903-1963)
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New in Theaters: DREAM HORSE (2020); "Fast Friday" Screenings of all eight of the FAST AND FURIOUS films--check your local listings.
Summer 2020 Films: It looks like summer movie season will actually happen this year. I list five summer movies that I'm particularly excited about.
Movie of the Week: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN (MGM, 1952)
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Welcome!
New in Theaters and Streaming: MORTAL KOMBAT (now playing in theaters and on HBO Max); THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES (coming to Netflix on April 30)
Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Classic Film Festival is happening virtually again this year May 6-9; linear programming on the TCM cable network; streaming options will be on HBO Max.
Three By...This month's director is Brad Bird.
Movie of the Week for April 26-May 2 is NOMADLAND.
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Welcome!
New in Theaters: VOYAGERS (Lionsgate); LA BAMBA (Columbia, 1987), part of the TCM Big Screen Classics series (fathomevents.com/tcm)
Review: GODZILLA VS. KONG (Warner Bros.)
Academy Awards: Where I discuss this year's Oscar pics for Best Picture. Watch the Academy Awards on Sunday, April 25 on ABC.
Movie of the Week: SPEED (20th Century Studios, 1994)
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Welcome!
New in Theaters: NOBODY (Universal) and GODZILLA VS. KONG (Warner Bros.)
Three By...This month's director is Chloé Zhao. Loved watching her three feature films--SONGS MY BROTHERS TAUGHT ME (2015), THE RIDER (2017), and NOMADLAND (2020).
Movie of the Week: THE TEN COMMANDMENTS (1956)
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Welcome!
This year's Academy Award nominations have just been announced! Full details are on oscars.com.
Save the dates! The next TCM Big Screen Classics film is a 65th anniversary screening of THE TEN COMMANDMENTS (Paramount, 1956). Screenings are March 28 and March 31. More details at fathomevents.com/tcm.
The TCM Classic Film Festival will be virtual again this year on the TCM network and on the HBO Max streaming service. Festival will take place May 6-9, 2021. See filmfestival.tcm.com for more info.
MISS MARPLE: I love British actress Margaret Rutherford as Miss Marple. Check out these classic murder mysteries: MURDER, SHE SAID (1961) MURDER AT THE GALLOP (1963) MURDER MOST FOUL (1964) MURDER AHOY! (1964) THE ALPHABET MURDERS (1965); cameo only
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: New feature! Watch a movie and interact with me on my social media feeds on Twitter and Instagram (@moviespap). Films are the first and most recent films from Walt Disney Animation Studios: SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS (1937) and RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON (2021).
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New in Theaters: I review RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON (Disney Animation; also available on Disney+ Premier Access) and CHAOS WALKING (Lionsgate).
Classic Cinema Corner: "Reframed--Classic Films in the Rearview Mirror" series Thursday nights during the month of March on TCM.
Old vs. New: Alfred Hitchcock's REBECCA (1940) vs. Netflix's REBECCA (2020)
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Welcome to this week's episode!
New in Theaters (or at least new in my market...): MINARI (A24), TOM AND JERRY (Warner Bros. Animation Group)
Three By...Michael Mann. I pick three of my favorite films by director Michael Mann.
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Welcome!
New in Theaters and HBO Max: JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH (Warner Bros.)
TCM "Must-See Musicals": Learning a lot with this year's movie watching project. Favorite film so far has been THE LOVE PARADE (Paramount, 1929).
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Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters and Streaming: THE LITTLE THINGS (Warner Bros.) now playing in select theaters and streaming on HBO Max.
AFI 10 Best Movies of the Year (actually, they pick 11...). Check out the write-up here: https://www.afi.com/news/afi-awards-2020-honorees-announced/
Three By...: This month's Three by... director is Nancy Meyers.
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Happy 2021!
New in Theaters: Not much...however, Disney has re-released their fun animated feature THE EMPEROR'S NEW GROOVE (2000) in select theaters. Check your local listings.
Review: NEWS OF THE WORLD (Universal, 2020)
2021 Movie Watching Project: Watching all 50 of movies listed in this cool book from TCM, MUST-SEE MUSICALS: 50 SHOW-STOPPING MUSICALS WE CAN'T FORGET (Running Press, 2017). More info on the blog.
10 Favorite Films of 2020: My list of favorites this year is a little different, just like 2020 was a little different. Check out the "Lists" link on my Letterboxd page (https://letterboxd.com/stanfordclark/).
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New in Theaters! NEWS OF THE WORLD (Universal), PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN (Focus Features), and WONDER WOMAN 1984 (Warner Bros.)
New on Streaming Platforms: SOUND OF METAL (Amazon Studios) on Amazon Prime Video, MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM (Netflix Films) on Netflix, WONDER WOMAN 1984 (Warner Bros.) on HBO Max, and SOUL (Pixar Animation Studios) on Disney+
"Three by..." - This month's director is the great Robert Wise.
TCM Big Screen Classics - TCM announced the 2021 lineup and it looks great! More info at fathomevents.com/tcm.
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Coming to Theaters -- Two more films left in this year's Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Big Screen Classics lineup: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (1971) on Dec. 13, 14, and 16; and a 25th anniversary screening of BABE (1995) on Dec. 20. More info at fathomevents.com/tcm.
New Disney Film Announcements - The Walt Disney Company held a presentation on December 10, 2020 for investors which highlighted programming coming to their Disney+ streaming service as well as some announcements to their upcoming film slate. Lots of good stuff coming to Disney+ and to theaters from Lucasfilm, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, and Marvel Studios.
Modern Christmas Movies - I try to pick five "modern" (after 1990) Christmas films...
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New release dates for WONDER WOMAN 1984 and SOUL! Also, Warner Bros. is planning to release its entire 2021 slate on both HBO Max and in theaters on the same date all year. Never a dull moment with COVID-19...
Also of note, Francis Ford Coppola has recut THE GODFATHER PART III and renamed it THE GODFATHER CODA: THE DEATH OF MICHAEL CORLEONE. Coming to theaters this weekend (check your local listings) and to Blu-ray and Digital on December 8.
I also discuss my top five favorite classic Christmas movies. Check out Turner Classic Movies (TCM) this month for a truckload of classic Christmas movies, too.
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Now in Theaters: Not much... However, the original TOY STORY (1995) is back in select theaters celebrating its 25th anniversary. Check your local listings.
A Holy Grail Double Feature: I ended up seeing both MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL (1975) and INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE (1989) in theaters and had a blast.
"Three by..." Continuing my series exploring three different films by the same director. This month's director is Agnès Varda. The three films I watched are CLEO FROM 5 TO 7 (1962), JANE B. PAR AGNÈS V. (1988), and FACES PLACES (2017).
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Happy Halloween!
New in Theaters: THE EMPTY MAN (20th Century Studios), ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL (re-release from 2019; 20th Century Studios)
Now Streaming: BORAT SUBSEQUENT MOVIEFILM (Amazon Studios; available on Amazon Prime), THE WITCHES (Warner Bros.; now streaming on HBO Max), REBECCA (Netflix)
Reviews: THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 (Netflix), OVER THE MOON (Netflix), CLOUDS (Disney+), ON THE ROCKS (Apple TV+)
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New in Theaters: HONEST THIEF (Briarcliff Entertainment). Make sure to check this week's "comeback classics," too. Top on my list is a re-release of Tim Burton's stop-motion animation holiday classic THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (Disney; 1993).
THREE BY... Starting a new feature this month where I highlight three films from some of my favorite directors. This month's director is Carl Reiner, who passed away at age 98 this past summer. The three films I picked were ENTER LAUGHING (1967); OH, GOD! (1977); and ALL OF ME (1984).
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Welcome!
New in Theaters: THE WAR WITH GRANDPA (101 Studios) and YELLOW ROSE (Sony). Also make sure to check out your local theaters' comeback classics selections. COCO (Pixar Animation Studios; 2017) is back in theaters starting this weekend. Also, HOCUS POCUS (Disney; 1993) is still playing along with other Halloween-themed films.
TCM Big Screen Classics: Alfred Hitchcock's PSYCHO (Universal; 1960) on the big screen Oct. 11, 12, and 16. See fathomevents.com/tcm for details.
And speaking of Fathom Events, FRIDAY THE 13TH (Paramount; 1980) and TOTAL RECALL (Rialto/StudioCanal; 1990) are coming back to theaters for limited engagements. Visit fathomevents.com for more info.
Review: ENOLA HOMES (Netflix Films; 2020) now streaming on Netflix.
Must-See Sci-Fi: BRAZIL (1985; Universal); rented it from Apple iTunes.
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Welcome!
New in Theaters: Not much... Lots of "comeback classics" including a 35th anniversary screening of THE BREAKFAST CLUB (1985) on 9/21 and 9/24, and a return of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980) on the big screen starting on 9/25. Check your local listings.
Also returning to theaters is the Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Big Screen Classics series. Next up is CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND (1977) on 9/27, 9/29, and 10/1. Check out fathomevents.com/tcm for the latest information.
Review: Disney's live-action/CGI remake of MULAN (2020)now available on Disney+ Premier Access.
Some films also to check out: BLACK PANTHER (2018; RIP Chadwick Boseman) and sci-fi indie pic THE BROTHER FROM ANOTHER PLANET (1984).
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Happy Labor Day Weekend!
New in Theaters: (well, as of last week...)BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC (Orion Pictures).
Reviews: THE NEW MUTANTS (20th Century Studios), TENET (Warner Bros.), and THE PERSONAL HISTORY OF DAVID COPPERFIELD (Searchlight Pictures)--all playing in theaters
Classic Cinema Corner: AIRPLANE! (Paramount, 1980) is celebrating its 40th anniversary. See it on the big screen on Wednesday, September 9--part of the Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Big Screen Classics series. More at fathomevents.com/tcm.
Film Festival Update: The annual New York Film Festival is going virtual this year! Check out https://www.filmlinc.org/nyff2020/ for more info.
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New in Theaters: We have some new movies coming to theaters! Last week was UNHINGED (Solstice Studios). This week we have THE NEW MUTANTS (20th Century Studios/Marvel) and THE PERSONAL HISTORY OF DAVID COPPERFIELD (Searchlight). And next week we finally have TENET (Warner Bros.) opening with advanced screenings Aug. 31-Sept. 2 and in wide release (in markets with open theaters) on Sept. 3.
Reviews: New movies on Disney+: HOWARD and THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN.
Classic Cinema Corner/Guilty Pleasures: THE BLACK HOLE (Disney, 1979).
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Welcome to the 50th episode of the podcast!
COMING TO THEATERS Warner Bros. will be releasing their long-anticipated and oft-rescheduled action pic TENET beginning August 28 in international markets and September 3 in select cites in the U.S.A.
The Walt Disney Studios has decided to release the live-action/CGI remake of MULAN on the Disney+ streaming service in the U.S.A. but with a "premiere access" fee of $29.95 beginning September 4.
CLASSIC CINEMA CORNER We love the new "Paramount Presents" series of remastered Blu-ray Discs from Paramount Pictures.
It's classic movie heaven on Turner Classic Movies (TCM) during August's "Summer Under the Stars" programming. 24 hours of films from a different star each day during the month.
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Welcome!
I ventured out to the movie theater last weekend and lived to tell! Kudos to Megaplex Theatres (www.megaplextheatres.com) for doing a really great job.
My James Bond 007 viewing project continues! I highlight the best and worst of the films I've watched so far.
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Happy Father's Day!
Make sure to check out the free digital rentals currently available with outstanding feature films and documentaries about Blacks in America and the Black Lives Matter movement. I've been renting movies from Apple iTunes (https://apple.com/itunes) and Amazon Prime Video (https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/storefront/).
Also, check out the new Spike Lee Joint DA 5 BLOODS now streaming on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com).
I watched ARTEMIS FOWL on Disney+ (https://www.disneyplus.com) and lived to tell (it's a terrible film).
It's Father's Day this Sunday in the U.S.A. and I pick 10 films about fathers to consider watching over the weekend.
Stay safe out there!
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Welcome!
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Warner Bros. is making their 2019 drama JUST MERCY available to rent for free during the month of June via all major digital download/streaming provider (I rented it on Apple iTunes).
The Criterion Channel (https://www.criterionchannel.com) is making some of their "Pioneers of African America Cinema" collection of films available to watch for free.
Check out the Virtual Cinema options at Film at Lincoln Center (https://www.filmlinc.org).
I'm having fun with my Turner Classic Movies "Must-See Sci-Fi" and James Bond 007 movie watching projects.
More info on the blog at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks again for tuning in!
Welcome!
Some movie streaming options for you this week... HBO Max, Warner Media's new streaming service, launched this week. Also, make sure to check out the We Are One: A Global Film Festival on YouTube May 29-June 7 (YouTube.com/weareone).
Lots of stuff to check out on Disney+, too, including two titles from the 20th Century Fox library--FANTASTIC MR. FOX (2009) and HELLO, DOLLY! (1969).
Speaking of Disney+, I discuss 10 "comfort" films currently on the service that you might enjoy as we're still dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Welcome!
New on Video on Demand: SCOOB! (Warner Bros.)
Craving a movie on the big screen? Check to see if any drive-ins are open in your area! The local drive-in has been opened in Salt Lake City where I live.
Some other at-home movie options include a return of movies to network television for the next few weeks ("The Wonderful World of Disney" Wednesday nights on ABC and "Sunday Night at the Movies" on CBS.
The AFI Movie Club is still going strong--a new movie movie recommendation every day. Check it out at afi.com/movieclub.
TCM is having a Memorial Day Marathon of war movies during Memorial Day weekend. More at tcm.com
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It's a Disney+ special on this week's podcast!
New on Disney+ the first week of May: - THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987) - May 1 - JOHN CARTER (2012) - May 2 - STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER (2019) - May 4 (aka Star Wars Day!)
We also talk about 10 Academy Award-winning films playing on Disney+ that you might want to consider watching.
Check out the Disney+ streaming service at www.disneyplus.com.
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Welcome to another "Social Distancing" episode with more ideas for movies to watch from home.
New in Video on Demand: TROLLS WORLD TOUR (DreamWorks). Find a viewing platform at www.watchtrolls.com.
Bond 25: I'm watching all 24 James Bond 007 films in preparation for the release of the upcoming 25th film NO TIME TO DIE now opening November 2020. First up is DR. NO (1962) directed by Terence Young and starring Sean Connery as James Bond. More info at www.007.com.
Unusual Films to Watch on Disney+: I list 10 films off the beaten path that you might want to consider watching on the Disney+ streaming service. More info at www.disneyplus.com.
Lionsgate Live: Four free films streaming online over the next four Fridays. More info at https://lionsgate.live.
Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Classic Film Festival: Special Home Edition: Happening this weekend April 16-19, 2020. More info at www.tcm.com/festival.
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Welcome to this special "Social Distancing" episode! All movies discussed are movies that you can watch from home.
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AFI Movie Club (https://www.afi.com/movieclub/)
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TCM Classic Film Festival: Special Home Edition (http://filmfestival.tcm.com/special-home-edition/)
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My Top 10 Favorite Films from Walt Disney Animation Studios (All 10 are on the Disney+ streaming service--https://www.disneyplus.com)
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Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters (over the last couple of weeks, that is): THE CALL OF THE WILD (20th Century Studios), THE INVISIBLE MAN (Universal), ONWARD (Pixar Animation Studios), EMMA (Focus Features), and THE WAY BACK (Warner Bros.)
Reviews: THE CALL OF THE WILD and ONWARD
Classic Cinema Corner: Get psyched for the Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Classic Film Festival happening April 16-19, 2020 in Hollywood, CA. Details at tcm.com/festival.
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Happy Valentine's Day!
New Movie Roundup: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG (Paramount), DOWNHILL (Searchlight), FANTASY ISLAND (Columbia), THE PHOTOGRAPH (Universal)
COMMENTARY: It's the return of the modest-budget Disney family film on Disney+ and we couldn't be happier! New feature films from The Walt Disney Studios that are debuting on Disney+, including NOELLE, TOGO, TIMMY FAILURE: MISTAKES WERE MADE, and STARGIRL (which debuts next month), have been a welcome addition to today's entertainment landscape.
CLASSIC CINEMA CORNER: FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR (Disney; 1986; currently available on Disney+) and GALAXY QUEST (DreamWorks; 1999)
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Happy Oscar(R) week!
New in Theaters: BIRDS OF PREY (AND THE FABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN) (Warner Bros.)
Also Worth Checking Out in Theatres: LOVE STORY (1970) (50th Anniversary Screening from Turner Classic Movies and Paramount Pictures); Oscar Showcase at Cinemark theaters and other theater chains across the U.S.A. (https://www.cinemark.com/oscar-movie-week)
Global Movie Day is February 8! #GlobalMovieDay
The Academy Awards ceremony is February 9 on ABC. Download your Oscar ballot here: https://oscar.go.com/nominees
More on my TCM Must-See Sci Fi moving watching project is here: https://moviespastandpresent.com/2020-movie-watching-project-tcm-must-see-sci-fi/
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New Movie Roundup: JUST MERCY (Warner Bros.), UNDERWATER (20th Century Fox), LIKE A BOSS (Paramount), 1917 (Universal)
Reviews: DARK WATERS (Focus Features), PARASITE (Neon)
Plus 15 movies that I am excited to see in 2020. Thanks for tuning in!
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Happy Holidays and thanks for tuning in!
New Movie Roundup: BOMBSHELL (Lionsgate); CATS (Universal); STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER (Lucasfilm); SPIES IN DISGUISE (Blue Sky Studios); 1917 (Universal); LITTLE WOMEN (Sony); UNCUT GEMS (A24)
Reviews: STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER
Classic Cinema Corner: 2020 Turner Classic Movies Big Screen Classics series films (full list at fathomevents.com/tcm)
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Welcome!
New in Theaters: FROZEN 2 (Disney), A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (Sony), 21 BRIDGES (STX Entertainment), and THE IRISHMAN (Netflix)
Reviews: FROZEN 2 (and I meant to say Disney's "Frozen Initiative" rather than "Frozen Phenomenon") and FORD V FERRARI (20th Century Fox)
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New in Theaters: MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL (Disney) and ZOMBIELAND: DOUBLE TAP (Columbia)
Reviews: MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL
Classic Cinema Corner: More movies from the great TCM ESSENTIALS book!
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New in Theaters: GEMINI MAN (Paramount),THE ADDAMS FAMILY (MGM), JEXI (Lionsgate), LUCY IN THE SKY (Fox Searchlight).
Recently Opened in Theaters: JOKER (Warner Bros.), ABOMINABLE (DreamWorks Animation/Pearl Studios).
Classic Cinema Corner: Go see the TCM Big Screen Classics series! Visit fathom events.com/tcm for more details.
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New in Theaters: DOWNTON ABBEY (Focus Features), AD ASTRA (20th Century Fox); and RAMBO: LAST BLOOD (Lionsgate)
Classic Cinema Corner: 40th anniversary screening of STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE (1979)
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Report on the 2019 D23 Expo on this week's podcast. Also, IT CHAPTER TWO (Warner Bros.) opens in theaters this weekend.
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New in Theaters: DORA AND THE LOST CITY OF GOLD (Paramount), THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN (20th Century Fox), SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK (Lionsgate/CBS Films), THE KITCHEN (New Line/Warner Bros.)
Reviews: FAST & FURIOUS PRESENTS HOBBS & SHAW (Universal, 2019) plus a retrospective on the entire FAST & FURIOUS film series
More info on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters: ONCE UPON A TIME...IN HOLLYWOOD (Columbia) and FAST & FURIOUS PRESENTS: HOBBS & SHAW (Universal)
Classic Cinema Corner: JAWS (Universal, 1975); LAURA (20th Century Fox, 1944), THE MUPPET MOVIE (Universal/Disney, 1979)
More details on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters: THE LION KING (2019 remake; Disney)
Classic Cinema Corner: -See the 30th anniversary presentation of GLORY (1989) on the big screen July 21 and 24. Part of the TCM Big Screen Classics series. Visit fathomevents.com/tcm to find a theater near you.
- TCM is doing a retrospective of great films from 20th Century Fox on Wednesday, July 24 and Wednesday, July 31. Visit tcm.com for details.
More info on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
Thank you for tuning in this week!
New in Theaters: CRAWL (Paramount) and STUBER (20th Century Fox)
Reviews: THE LION KING (2019; Disney)
Classic Cinema Corner: TCM is playing films from 1939, aka "Hollywood's Greatest Year," every Friday in July.
More details on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters: MIDSOMMAR (A24) and SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME (Columbia Pictures/Marvel Studios)
Review: SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME
Classic Cinema Corner: More on my TCM ESSENTIALS viewing project. Recently saw three films from the 1940s that I loved--LEAVE HER TO HEAVEN (1945), OUT OF THE PAST (1947), and THE RED SHOES (1948).
More info on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters: ANNABELLE COMES HOME (New Line) and YESTERDAY (Universal)
Classic Cinema Corner: SAFETY LAST! (1923) now playing on The Criterion Channel (criterionchannel.com), the Criterion Collection's new and outstanding streaming service
More info is on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters: TOY STORY 4 (Pixar) and CHILD'S PLAY (Orion)
Reviews: TOY STORY 4
Classic Cinema Corner: PILLOW TALK (1959) and THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES (1946)
More details on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks again!
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters: MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL (Sony), SHAFT (New Line), AMERICAN WOMAN (Roadside Attractions), THE DEAD DON'T DIE (Focus Features)
Classic Cinema Corner: Walt Disney Animation Studios' 1950 classic CINDERELLA is getting added to the Library of Congress National Film Registrary on June 20. It's also going to be released from the "Disney Vault on digital platforms June 18 and on Blu-ray June 25. And make sure to check out FIELD OF DREAMS (1989) on the big screen on June 16 and 18--go to fathomevents.com/tcm to find a screening near you.
More details are on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks again for tuning in!
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theatres: THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 (Universal/Illumination), LATE NIGHT (Amazon Studios), and DARK PHOENIX (20th Century Fox/Marvel)
Classic Cinema Corner: Make sure to check out "The Essentials" on Saturday evenings on TCM. Full schedule is at essentials.tcm.com.
I watched THE LADY EVE (1941) as part of my own TCM Essentials viewing and really enjoyed it. I rented it from iTunes/Apple TV.
Links and more information at moviespastandpresent.com.
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters: MA (Universal), GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS (Warner Bros.), and ROCKETMAN (Paramount)
Reviews: ALADDIN (Disney, 2019)
Classic Cinema Corner: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS - THE DIRECTOR'S CUT (1986)
More info can be found at moviespastandpresent.com. Thank you for tuning in!
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New in Theaters: POKÉMON: DETECTIVE PIKACHU (Warner Bros.), TOLKIEN (Fox Searchlight), POMS (STX Entertainment), THE HUSTLE (MGM)
Classic Cinema Corner: Some thoughts on revered classic CITIZEN KANE (1941)
I won't be able to podcast for the next couple of weeks, so here are some other notable films being released in May that might be worth checking out: ALADDIN (Disney), GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS (Warner Bros.), and ROCKETMAN (Paramount).
More details available on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters: LONG SHOT (Lionsgate), THE INTRUDER (Screen Gems), and UGLYDOLLS (STX Entertainment)
Classic Cinema Corner: STAR WARS: EPISODE I - THE PHANTOM MENACE turns 20.
Go see the TCM Big Screen Classics presentation of TRUE GRIT (Paramount, 1969) on May 5 and 8. More info at fathomevents.com/tcm.
Links and more info at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters--AVENGERS: ENDGAME. (Spoiler Alert! I share some spoiler-ish details in the podcast.)
Classic Cinema Corner--GONE WITH THE WIND (1939). I watched this again as part of my TCM ESSENTIALS movie viewing project. I recorded the 25th anniversary broadcast on TCM on April 14, 2019 and watched it when I got home after the TCM Classic Film Festival.
More details on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
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New in Theaters (over the last two weeks): MISSING LINK (LAIKA), THE CURSE OF LA LLORONA (New Line Cinema), and PENGUINS (Disneynature)
The rest of the podcast is devoted to the 2019 Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Classic Film Festival which I attended last week in Los Angeles, California.
Podcast notes are available on my blog: moviespastandpresent.com.
Greetings!
New in Theaters: THE BEST OF FRIENDS (STX), PET SEMATARY (Paramount), SHAZAM! (Warner Bros./DC Comics)
Reviews: DUMBO (Disney, 2019), SHAZAM!
More info on moviespastandpresent.com.
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters: THE BEACH BUM (NEON), HOTEL MUMBAI (Bleecker Street), and DUMBO (Walt Disney Studios)
Classic Cinema Corner: - TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD (1962) on the big screen - Subscribe to the Criterion Channel! More info at criterionchannel.com. Launches April 8. Charter subscribers get access to a "Movie of the Week." Last week's movie was the gritty film noir DETOUR (1945). This week's is the colorful and effervescent THE FABULOUS BARON MUNCHAUSEN (1962).
More details are at moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters (for the past two weeks): WONDER PARK (Paramount), FIVE FEET APART (Lionsgate), US (Universal)
Classic Cinema Corner: More progress on my TCM Essentials project--IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT (1934) and SINGIN' IN THE RAIN (1952). I also talk about the Stanley Donen tribute I recently watched on TCM.
Make sure to see TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD (1962) on the big screen on March 24 and March 27, part of the TCM Big Screen Classics series. More details at fathomevents.com/tcm.
Check out the podcast notes and links on moviespastandpresent.com.
Thanks for tuning in!
New in Theaters: TYLER PERRY'S A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL (Lionsgate), CAPTAIN MARVEL (Marvel Studios)
Review: CAPTAIN MARVEL (go see it!)
Classic Cinema Corner: CASABLANCA in Concert with the Utah Symphony, 20th Century Fox tribute at the 2019 TCM Classic Film Festival
More info is on my blog at moviespastandpresent.com.
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters: HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD (DreamWorks Animation), APOLLO 11 (Neon, CNN), GRETA (Focus Features)
Reviews and Classic Cinema Corner (combined this week): 2019 Oscars, TCM Essentials update (GRAND HOTEL, KING KONG, and DUCK SOUP), Disney Animation's SLEEPING BEAUTY (1959) on the big screen, and a Stanley Donen tribute.
Recommendations: GONE WITH THE WIND 80th anniversary on the big screen Feb. 28, March 1, 3, 17, and 18. See http://fathomevents.com for more details.
Have fun at the movies and we'll talk with you next week!
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theatres -- ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL (20th Century Fox), HAPPY DEATH DAY 2U (Universal), ISN'T IT ROMANTIC (New Line), and FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY (MGM/WWE).
Reviews -- THE LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART
Classic Cinema Corner -- This week's #TCMEssentials film was Charlie Chaplin's classic CITY LIGHTS (1931). This week's Criterion Channel movie of the week was the fascinating CHUNGKING EXPRESS (1994).
Recommendations -- See MY FAIR LADY (1964) on the big screen Feb. 17 and 20 as part of this year's TCM Big Screen Classics series. And it's Oscar season! Multiple theater chains are offering special passes to see all eight of the films nominated for Best Picture. Links and details on the blog (moviespastandpresent.com).
New in Theaters This Week: THE LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART (Warner Bros.), WHAT MEN WANT (Paramount), THE PRODIGY (Orion), and COLD PURSUIT (Summit Entertainment).
REVIEWS: DESTROYER (Annapurna Pictures, 2018)
CLASSIC CINEMA CORNER: Sign up for the new Criterion Channel streaming service (criterionchannel.com)! Launches April 8, but if you sign up now, you get to watch one selected film a week along with its supplemental features (which is what makes Criterion awesome). Last week's film was the 1976 crime drama MIKEY AND NICKY written and directed by Elaine May.
RECOMMENDATIONS: THEY SHALL NOT GROW OLD, the remarkable World War I documentary directed by Peter Jackson, is now in a wider release. I hope it's playing in your market.
Thanks for tuning in! Website is moviespastandpresent.com.
Welcome to this week's podcast!
New in Theaters: Gina Rodriguez is MISS BALA (Columbia, 2019).
Back in participating IMAX theaters for one week is the documentary FREE SOLO (National Geographic, 2018). See imax.com/freesolo for info.
Reviews: STAN & OLLIE (Sony Pictures Classics, 2018)
Classic Cinema Corner: - This week's TCM Essentials film is the delightful musical SWING TIME (RKO, 1935). - See the 80th anniversary screening of THE WIZARD OF OZ (MGM, 1939) on the big screen Feb. 3 and 5. More info at fathomevents.com. - The Criterion Channel streaming service launches April 8. More at criterionchannel.com.
Thanks for tuning in. See you at the movies!
Double episode this week!
New in Theaters: GLASS, SERENITY, THE KID WHO WOULD BE KING (and I meant to say "Lady of the Lake")
Reviews: My top 10 films of 2018 and my 10 most anticipated films of 2019
Classic Cinema Corner: My TCM Essentials project continues! I watched NOW VOYAGER (1942) and ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT (1930).
Full podcast notes on moviespastandpresent.com. Thanks for tuning in!
Happy 2019! In this week's new releases, I discuss A DOG'S WAY HOME (Columbia Pictures, 2019), THE UPSIDE (STX Entertainment, 2019), and ESCAPE ROOM (Columbia Pictures, 2019). Also in theaters is a sing-a-long version of BOHEMIAN RHAPSODE (20th Century Fox 2018).
Reviewed this week is Adam McKay's visceral and thought-provoking Dick Cheney bio pic VICE (Annapurna Pictures, 2018).
For Classic Cinema Corner, it's all about the amazing German silent sci-fi film METROPOLIS (UFA, 1927), the first film in my 2019 quest to all 52 films in TCM's THE ESSENTIALS book (more info on the blog at moviespastandpresent.com).
Thanks for tuning in and see you at the movies!
It's our Christmas special and last podcast of the year! So many new film releases to talk about, including "Mary Poppins Returns," Aquaman," "Bumblebee," "Second Act," Welcome to Marwen, "On the Basis of Sex," and "Vice." Also, I review "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" and "Mary Poppins Returns."
In 2019, I'll be watching all 52 films (one per week) as listed in the great book from Turner Classic Movies (TCM) THE ESSENTIALS: 52 MUST-SEE MOVIES AND WHEY THEY MATTER by Jeremy Arnold. I would love it if you joined me in this movie-watching quest!
Thanks again for tuning in! See you in January 2019.
New in Theaters: SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE, MORTAL ENGINES, THE MULE, IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK
Reviews: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS (1954)
Classic Cinema Corner: THE BAD SLEEP WELL (1960)
Recommendations: RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET (2018)
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New in Theaters: "Mary Queen of Scots" (2018, Focus Features); "Ben Is Back" (2018, Roadside Attractions)
Reviews: "Scrooge" (1970, Cinema Center Films)
Classic Cinema Corner: "Schindler's List" 25th anniversary (1993, Universal); Irving Berlin's "White Christmas" (1954, Paramount); 2019 lineup of Turner Classic Movies' Big Screen Classics series
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New in Theaters: "Anna and the Apocalypse" (2018, Orion Pictures); "The Possession of Hannah Grace" (2018, Screen Gems/Sony); "Mirai" (2018, Studio Chizu)
Reviews: "Creed II" (2018, MGM)
Classic Cinema Corner: Awesomeness on Turner Classic Movies (TCM); "Sleepless in Seattle" 25th anniversary (1993, Tri Star Pictures/Sony)
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New in Theaters: "The Favourite" (2018, Fox Searchlight); "Ralph Breaks the Internet" (2018, Walt Disney Animation Studios); "Robin Hood" (2018, Summit/Lionsgate; and I meant to say Taron...my bad); "Green Book" (2018, Universal); "Creed II" (2018, MGM)
Reviews: "Ralph Breaks the Internet" (2018, Walt Disney Animation Studios)
Classic Cinema Corner: "Superman: The Movie" (1978, Warner Bros.)
Welcome to Episode 2.
New in Theaters: "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindewald"(2018, Warner Bros.); "Widows" (2018, 20th Century Fox); "Instant Family" (2018, Paramount)
Reviews: "Mid90s" (2018, A24); "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" (2018, Fox Searchlight)
Classic Cinema Corner: "Castle in the Sky" (1986, Studio Ghibli)
Welcome to our first podcast!
New in Theaters: "Dr. Seuss' The Grinch" (2018, Illumination/Universal); "Overlord" (2018, Paramount); "The Girl in the Spider's Web: A New Dragon Tattoo Story" (2018, Columbia)
Reviews: "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms" (2018, Walt Disney Studios); "Bohemian Rhapsody" (2018, 20th Century Fox)
Classic Cinema Corner: RIP FilmStruck; Orson Welles' "The Other Side of the Wind" (2018, Netflix) and accompanying documentary "They'll Love Me When I'm Dead" (2018, Netflix)