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Mission 250 Filmcast

Denny Kennedy, John Stricker, and TC Mulhern

The Mission 250 Filmcast is a weekly podcast where hosts Denny, John, and TC are watching the Top 250 Movies of All Time, as ranked by IMDB. With each episode focusing on a single movie, and moving towards the #1 movie in reverse order, we aim to broaden the listeners viewing horizons (as well as our own), and give not only our thoughts/opinions, but also history, trivia, and insight on each film. We can be reached at mission250filmcast@gmail.com, and the full list can be found at

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All Episodes

33:44

Episode 34 - Psycho Part 2

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/09/04

Part 2 This week, we watch the highest rated Hitchcock film, and what is considered widely to be the film that modernized horror. Come for the shower stabbing, stay for the controversial use of a toilet, a woman in a bra, and the utterance of the word “transvestite”. Psycho (1960), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

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Episode 34 - Psycho

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/08/28

This week, we watch the highest rated Hitchcock film, and what is considered widely to be the film that modernized horror. Come for the shower stabbing, stay for the controversial use of a toilet, a woman in a bra, and the utterance of the word “transvestite”. Psycho (1960), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

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40:51

BONUS EPISODE - Barbie

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/08/21

This week, we Barbie’d the Heimer. The most unexpected one-two box office knockout’s better (pink) half is breaking records left and right. Top Hollywood creative talent somehow managed to take corporate greed and product recognition to bring older and younger generators together with huge laughs throughout. Barbie (2023), directed by Greta Gerwig.

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01:08:03

BONUS EPISODE - Oppenheimer

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/08/14

This week, we watch the film that is taking the box office by storm (with the help of a specific other pink-ish film). Christopher Nolan takes on the massive story of Oppenheimer and the people around him during the Manhattan Project and the race to develop a bomb that could end us all. Oppenheimer (2023), directed by Christopher Nolan.

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42:36

Episode 35 - City Lights

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/08/07

This week, we watch the highest rated silent movie of all time. At the height of his power and the end of the silent film era, Charlie Chaplin used an exorbitant amount of his own money to create what many consider to be his masterpiece. City Lights (1931), directed by Charles Chaplin.

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57:34

BONUS EPISODE - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/07/31

This week, we watch Harrison Ford’s second outing as the rugged archeologist with the hat and the whip. This film was highest grossing movie of the year it came out, broke opening weekend records, and was the catalyst for the PG-13 rating (alongside Gremlins). We discuss how it compares to the other films in the franchise. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984), directed by Steven Spielberg.

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48:57

Episode 36 - Part 2 - Raiders of the Lost Ark

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/07/24

Part 2! This week, we watch Harrison Ford put on a hat and whip some bad guys. The film that introduces the Indiana Jones character remains the series best, even as it is now 5 movies strong. The supporting cast (Karen Allen, John Rhys-Davies, Paul Freeman) all nearly match Ford’s iconic roll, and the practical action set-pieces remain some of the best the genre has ever seen. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), directed by Steven Spielberg.

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44:41

Episode 36 - Raiders of the Lost Ark

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/07/16

This week, we watch Harrison Ford put on a hat and whip some bad guys. The film that introduces the Indiana Jones character remains the series best, even as it is now 5 movies strong. The supporting cast (Karen Allen, John Rhys-Davies, Paul Freeman) all nearly match Ford’s iconic roll, and the practical action set-pieces remain some of the best the genre has ever seen. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), directed by Steven Spielberg.

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57:19

BONUS EPISODE - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/07/10

Bonus Episode! This week, we watch the highest rated move we’ve watched so far. Currently sitting at the #13th best movie of all time, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a film that has already solidified itself into movie history as one of the most successful sequels of all time. Even more impressivly, it's the highest climbing film on the Top 250 since 2008’s The Dark Knight. Directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson, and produced by Lord and Miller.

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54:29

Repost - BONUS EPISODE - Spiderman: Into The...

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/06/25

Bonus Episode Time! To welcome the film onto Netflix and to attempt to give it all the praise it deserves, we watch Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse. This movie blows away all recent animated and superhero films alike. It drips originality and brims with jokes, action, and lovable characters. The creators and animators swing for the fences and succeed throughout. Directed by Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, and Rodney Rothman.

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55:15

BONUS EPISODE - Three Colours: Red

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/06/19

This week, we watch the final installment of Krzysztof Kieślowsk's three colors trilogy. Weather we understand it or not or are moved by the connections across the three films, the film is a masterpiece of design. 'Three Colors: Red' (1994).

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36:44

BONUS EPISODE - Three Colours: White

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/06/12

This week, in our art-house drama journey, we delve into 'Three Colors: White' (1994). We spotlight the film's intriguing plot, Julie Delpy's performance, and Kieślowski's celebrated storytelling. Does this second installment of the trilogy resonate differently with our hosts? Explore 'Three Colors: White', another installment of the trilogy directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.

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54:38

BONUS EPISODE - Three Colours: Blue

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/06/04

This week, we venture into the emotionally charged world of the first installment in a French trilogy, "Three Colours: Blue" (1993), directed by Krzysztof Kieslowski. We dissect its compelling narrative that intertwines themes of love and loss, focusing on the film's intent, execution, and the thought-provoking elements it unveils. Join us as we navigate the captivating storytelling and distinctive cinematic style in this part of a renowned trilogy.

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01:00:22

Episode 37 - Modern Times

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/05/29

Join us this week as we explore the acclaimed film "Modern Times" (1936) directed by Charlie Chaplin. Delve into its humor, storyline, and production, including the intriguing visa controversy that shaped Chaplin's career. Don't miss this captivating episode as we uncover the enduring legacy of Charlie Chaplin.

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41:45

BONUS EPISODE - The Diving Bell and The Butterfly

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/05/22

This week, we're diving into an extraordinary narrative of mental freedom amidst physical paralysis. We analyze 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly' (2007), directed by Julian Schnabel, focusing on its compelling storytelling, emotional depth, and the profound human resilience it showcases.

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33:40

Episode 38 - The Intouchables

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/05/14

This week, we delve deep into a poignant French drama that explores an unconventional friendship crossing boundaries of class, race, and physical disability. We dissect The Intouchables (2011), directed by Olivier Nakache and Éric Toledano, focusing on its intent, execution, and the social implications it portrays.

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01:03:34

BONUS EPISODE - Who Framed Roger Rabbit

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/05/08

This week, we watch the only film in history where you can see Bugs Bunny and Mickey Mouse together on screen. Its also contains the most distributing scene of cartoon shoe murder. Melding animation and live action like never before, this movie remains a unique masterpiece of mixed genres and styles. Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988), directed by Robert Zemeckis.

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Episode 39 - The Green Mile

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/05/01

This week, we watch the follow-up prison movie from the director of the #1 best movie of all time. Stephen King bleeds his ideas into a fantasy about healing people at a cost. It takes place on death row. The Green Mile (1999), directed by Frank Darabont.

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38:24

BONUS EPISODE - All Quiet On The Western Front: Part 2

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/04/24

This week, we watch the newest war film to get nominated for (and win) some Oscars. The German language, Netflix produced film takes a very stark, muddy, bloody, and wet look at war and what it puts young people through. All Quiet on the Western Front (2022), directed by Edward Berger.

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42:30

BONUS EPISODE - All Quiet On The Western Front

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/04/17

This week, we watch the newest war film to get nominated for (and win) some Oscars. The German language, Netflix produced film takes a very stark, muddy, bloody, and wet look at war and what it puts young people through. All Quiet on the Western Front (2022), directed by Edward Berger.

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