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PODCAST

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

tv & film

All Episodes

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BONUS EPISODE - AI Review: Rear Window with Robob

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/04/10

This week, we introduce Robob (Pronounced row-bob. You know, like robot Bob). John has created a program to work with a large-language-model (artificial intelligence that has been making waves in the news recently) and we talk with it to see what it thinks about Rear Window.

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57:24

Episode 40 - Rear Window

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/04/03

This week, we watch Jimmy Stewart sit in a chair and stare out his back window. This film holds up as a tight thriller, which blends mystery with comedy in a fantastic way. It doesn't feel like a film that is nearly celebrating its 70th birthday. Rear Window (1954), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

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38:24

BONUS EPISODE - The Wall

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/03/27

This week, we watch the “narrative” / feature length music video by one of the biggest bands of all time, Pink Floyd. Even if you’re not the biggest Floyd fan, there is a lot to appreciate in this arthouse smattering of imagery and animation. The Wall (1982), directed by Alan Parker.

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33:47

Episode 41 - Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Part 2

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/03/20

This week, we watch the sci-fi / horror / action masterpiece by the director that would go on to have three of the top five grossing movies of all time. The action in this movie remains top tier, the performances are stellar, and even the CG holds up pretty well. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), directed by James Cameron.

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01:11:55

EPISODE REPOST - Everything Everywhere All At Once

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/03/13

Since Everything Everywhere All At Once swept the major categories at last nights Oscars (best picture, best director, best original screenplay, best editing, best actress, best supporting actress, and best supporting actor), we are reposting our EEAAO episode from last August. Congrats to everyone involved on the historic win!

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53:18

Episode 41 - Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Part 1

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/03/12

This week, we watch the sci-fi / horror / action masterpiece by the director that would go on to have three of the top five grossing movies of all time. The action in this movie remains top tier, the performances are stellar, and even the CG holds up pretty well. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), directed by James Cameron.

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01:11:45

BONUS EPISODE - Tar

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/03/06

This week, we watch another Best Picture nominee from the past year. This film showcases Cate Blanchett’s immense talent in the role of a world famous conductor based in Germany. Leave your expectations behind, because this film does many things different than typical character studies. Tar (2022), directed by Todd Field.

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01:02:21

BONUS EPISODE - The Fabelmans

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/02/26

This week, we watch the multiple 2023 Oscar nominee, which is an autobiography from the most famous director in the world. Spielberg directs his own script for the first time in over two decades, and gets his first and only writing nomination. Also features the legendary John Williams fantastic penultimate score. The Fabelmans (2022), directed by Steven Spielberg.

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25:31

BONUS EPISODE - Argentina, 1985

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/02/21

This week, we watch the 2023 Oscar nominee for Best International Film from Argentina. This film depicts the historical court case that came after the downfall of those in power during the long run of dictatorships, where the perpetrators of various crimes are tried for accountability. Argentina, 1985 (2022), directed by Santiago Mitre.

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01:06:35

Episode 42 - The Departed

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/02/12

This week, we watch the quintessential Boston film. Based on a combination of the infamous gangster Whitey Bulger and the Chinese crime drama Infernal Affairs, Scorsese finally wins his best picture/director award with this movie that is soaked in unmatched violence and terrible Boston accents. The Departed (2006), directed by Martin Scorsese.

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01:06:09

BONUS EPISODE - RRR

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/02/06

This week, we watch the highly enjoyable action packed film RRR. Loosely based on historical figures, this movie has some amazing action sequences and great characters. Not to mention some great music and a spectacular dance battle. RRR (2022). Directed by SS Rajamouli.

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48:38

Episode 43 - The Pianist

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/01/30

This week, we watch the film that tells the true story of Wladyslaw Szpilman, a man who survived the holocaust. This film brutally portrays the suffering and murder in Warsaw during the nazi occupation, and should be required viewing for everyone of a certain age. The Pianist (2002), directed by Roman Polanski.

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01:28:52

BONUS EPISODE - The Banshees of Inisherin

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/01/23

This week, we are finishing the “bonus episode” director deep dive. We’ve watch all of of the playwright turned director Martin McDonagh’s movies. We’ve been looking forward to his newest film for some time, and he doesn’t disappoint. The Banshees of Inisherin (2022), directed by Martin McDonagh.

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42:59

BONUS EPISODE - Seven Psychopaths

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/01/16

This week, we are continuing the “bonus episode” director deep dive. With the film The Banshees of Inisherin on the horizon, we’re going on a kick of the playwright turned director Martin McDonagh’s movies. The list may be small, but he is one of the best writer/directors working today. This week, we are doing his second feature length film, Seven Psychopaths (2012), as well as his very first film, the short Six Shooter (2004).

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51:25

BONUS EPISODE - In Bruges

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/01/09

This week, we are continuing the “bonus episode” director deep dive. With the film The Banshees of Inisherin on the horizon, we’re going on a kick of the playwright turned director Martin McDonagh’s movies. The list may be small, but he is one of the best writer/directors working today. This week, we are doing his first feature length film, In Bruges (2008).

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01:38:59

Episode 44 - Back To The Future

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2023/01/02

Its 2023! There's nothing that says New Years Day like a film based on looking into the past. Currently, this movie has moved up to #30 on the IMDB Top 250 since we froze the list back in 2016, which speaks to how well this movie holds up over time. Back to the Future (1985), directed by Robert Zemeckis.

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05:03

Holiday Break - See you in 2023!

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2022/11/22

We're taking a break for the holidays for travel and family. We will return in 2023!

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01:04:48

BONUS EPISODE - Three Billboards Outside Ebbing,...

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2022/11/14

This week, we are starting a “bonus episode” director deep dive. With the film The Banshees of Inisherin on the horizon, we’re going on a kick of the playwright turned director Martin McDonagh’s movies. The list may be small, but he is one of the best writer/directors working today. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017), directed by Martin McDonagh.

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01:14:48

Episode 45 - Whiplash

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2022/11/07

This week, we’re back to the list! One of the most recent entries on top higher end of the top 250, we encourage everyone who hasn’t seen this film to do so without reading too much about it. Whiplash (2014), directed by Damien Chazelle.

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01:00:26

BONUS EPISODE - Nope

Mission 250 Filmcast ·

2022/10/31

Happy Halloween everyone! Our October scary movie marathon concludes with prolific writer/director Jorden Peele’s third movie (he’s been cranking out a successful movie about every 2 years). There’s a lot to love in this film, though we’re of mixed opinions on the extent to which it comes together as whole. Nope (2022), directed and written by Jordan Peele.

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