Metropolis

From the highest skyscrapers to the deepest catacombs, we're going high and low to examine Fritz Lang's highly influential silent science fiction epic Metropolis from 1927. Kyle Brunet joins us again as we discuss the film's metaphorical depiction of class warfare, compare the screenplay to the excesses of author Thea von Harbou's novel, and analyze the differences in the various versions of the movie. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and the beginnings of our pessimistic new show, Doomcast!!

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The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)

 

We're going back to 1951 and another formative film of classic science fiction as we discuss Robert Wise's The Day the Earth Stood Still. Listen as we explore the film's political messages and religious subtext, praise Gort as one of science fiction's mightiest robots, and propose the existence of a cinematic universe built around bit player Roy Engel. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and nucular.... um... nuclear proliferation.

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Just what does 'Klaatu Barada Nikto' actually mean? Having issues with your electrical devices shutting off? Where do you think Bobby went for the second half of this movie? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Episode 65: Wings

All set? OK! On this episode we take flight with the first film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture, William Wellman's aerial war epic Wings from 1927. We discuss the amazing stunt work and how the film set the template for decades of war movies. Meanwhile, Tim offends the Fatherland with his bad German accent and Corinne illustrates the importance of good coffee to the movie-watching experience. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and bubbles, bubbles everywhere!



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It Happened One Night - Supplement

While we try to cover as much as we can in our episodes, there's always more to see, hear, and read about a movie that can enhance your viewing experience. If you enjoyed our episode on It Happened One Night, here's a few extra bits you might find interesting...

Episode 61: It's a Wonderful Life

We're wrapping up the year with a trip to scenic Bedford Falls as Bob 'Moviebob' Chipman joins us for a discussion of Frank Capra's enduring Christmas classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Listen in as we explore angelically-induced alternate realities, unhealthy courtships, and one podcaster's vendetta against little Zuzu. Warning: Contains explicit language and spoilers. Hot dog!



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Think you can lasso the moon for us? Do you have strong feelings regarding the ethics of colorization? Want to know the going rate for a shack in Pottersville? Leave a comment below and keep the conversation going.

Episode 50: King Kong (1933)

Holy mackerel, what a show!! We've reached episode 50 and what better way to mark this milestone that to watch a monster classic like the original King Kong from 1933? Listen in as Tim waxes nostalgic about his childhood as an ape, Corinne expresses concern for the welfare of both Fay Wray and her onscreen counterpart Ann Darrow, and both discuss the lasting impact the movie has had on both the development of special effects and cinema in general. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and plesiosaurs pretending to be snakes.



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Looking forward to Kong taking on Godzilla again? Have a view on which monsters should serve as our Savior Kong's twelve apostles? Want to describe the gruesome punishment that Carl Denham so richly deserves? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Episode 30: Casablanca

For this Valentine's Day, Corinne, Chris, Sarah, and Tim are putting it on 22 as they grab a drink at Rick's and enjoy the charms of 1942's Casablanca. Listen in as we discuss the political dimensions of this classic romance, note how the film helped shape Humphrey Bogart's onscreen persona, and explore whether Casablanca itself symbolizes purgatory amidst the chaos of World War II. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and baby gurgling.



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Are you looking to negotiate a fair price for an exit visa? Do you have any requests for Sam the piano player? Think this movie needs more poodles? Leave a comment and keep the discussion going.

Episode 27: Dark Passage

Corinne and Tim will have to start taking chances as they present their points-of-view on the odd film noir thriller Dark Passage from 1947. We'll discuss the chemistry between married co-stars Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall as compared to their earlier collaborations, the use of first-person perspective in the movie, and the script's over-reliance on dubious coincidences. Warning: Contains spoilers, explicit language, and a distinct lack of evidence.



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Ever see a botched plastic surgery job? Do you enjoy painting scenic landscapes of prisons? Can you recommend a nice waterfront cafe in Peru? Leave a comment and keep the discussion going.

Episode 6: Jaws

You go on the podcast, podcast goes on the internet, you go on the internet, shark's on the internet... our shark. Chris, Sarah, and Tim are closing the beaches to talk about Steven Spielberg's 1975 classic Jaws. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and uninformed speculation regarding the state of the Brodys' marriage.

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Episode 4: Citizen Kane

This 4th of July we celebrate the uniquely American life and times of Charles Foster Kane as Chris, Sarah, and Tim discuss Orson Welles' Citizen Kane. Does this much-exalted film deserve its status as a classic? Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and dramatic crimitism... criticism... I am drunk.



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