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MRAC Film Club

We are a weekly film discussion group. Each month is a deep dive into a single cinematic theme wherein the playlist is curated by a member of our team. We meet once a week to discuss a single film and the occasional supplemental. Join the club. Watch the film. Pod the cast

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01:15:49

1950's Nuclear Space Monster, part 1 - Them! (1954)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/05/09

This is the first week of a new month. The theme: The Nuclear Space Monster: Fear and Normalization in the 1950's. This month was put together by Brian in reaction to last month's theme of Kurosawa and Post War Japan. This week we cover two films in rapid fire. The main feature is Them! (1954), and the supplemental is The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953). Join us as we talk the nuclear scare, animatronic ants, stop motion and the science behind 1950's B movies. Apologies for the abrupt

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01:16:25

Kurosawa and Post War Japan - Madadayo (1993)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/04/30

This is the final week of covering the films of Akira Kurosawa in the context of Post WW2 Japan. And it is fitting that we finish with Kurosawa's final film: Madadayo (1993). How much can one person be fawned over? Tune in to find out, and to get QQ's gushing review. We also find out next month's theme. Brian is countering this month with The Nuclear Space Monster; Fear and Normalization in the 1950's. The first film up: Them! (1954) It should be a fun month so don't miss out on

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01:24:30

Kurosawa and Post War Japan - Rhapsody in August (1991)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/04/24

Richard Gere in an Akira Kurosawa film? How will this one hold up to the classics we've seen? Will Marco stay true to his word and rate this as a perfect film? What will QQ say? Will Pete ever watch a supplemental? Plus... an MRAC giveaway?? Tune in for the answers as we discuss Rhapsody in August (1991). And tune in next week as we wrap up the month with Madadayo (1993) and find out what Brian is bringing us for May. And don't forget to email us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:57:38

Kurosawa and Post War Japan - I Live in Fear (1955)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/04/16

It's our 25th episode! To celebrate, we finally got around to discussing Drunken Angel (1948) and the main feature I Live in Fear (1955). We went a little long this week but had a lot of fun. Even QQ hung around for an extended visit. Join us for the fun.And join us next week as we watch Rhapsody in August (1991) If you made it though this make sure to let us know at mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:20:15

Kurosawa and Post War Japan - One Wonderful Sunday...

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/04/11

This week we continue or review of Kurosawa films that took place in the context of Post WW2 Japan. We watched One Wonderful Sunday (1947) and discussed more post war history, censorship, scalpers, and how the story is still relevant today. We were cut short for supplemental talk, but it was put on hold for next week. Join is as we watch and discuss I Live in Fear (1955), and hopefully Drunken Angel (1948)contact us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:10:44

Kurosawa and Post War Japan - No Regrets For Our...

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/04/05

This month we dive into the films of the great Akira Kurosawa for the second time. Having covered many of the big hitters last March, we'll dive deeper into the Kurosawa filmography focusing on films set in Post War Japan. Week 1: No Regrets for Our Youth (1946). Join us for this episode that is low key but jam packed with Japanese history nuggets from our guru Marco. Things are bound to pick up next week as we watch One Wonderful Sunday (1947). There is also a supplemental viewing: Drunken

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01:15:23

Persistence Month, Part 4: Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai...

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/03/27

This week the gang wraps up Persistence Month with a film that is epic in length: Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du commerce, 1080 Bruxelles (1975). We watched it so you don't have to. Come spend an hour and 15 minutes with us and hear all about it. Time is money. Next week Marco hosts his second month of Akira Kurosawa, although the previous month was last March before we started recording. The first film up will be No Regrets for our Youth (1946) Contact us: mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:17:38

Persistence Month, Part 3: A Woman Under the...

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/03/22

The crew digs deep discussing the psychological and emotional rollercoaster that is the viewing experience of John Cassavete's 1974 film A Woman Under the Influence. Will this film even get a reaction from QQ? Tune in to find out, but definitely check out the film first.. if its a choice between the film or listening to this, it's a no brainer.Tune in next week as we wrap up Peristence month with a 3 hour and 22 minute French film titled: Jeanne Dielman, 23, Quai Du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles

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01:39:24

Persistence Month, Part 2: Vivre Sa Vie (1962)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/03/21

After some scheduling conflict then more technical difficulties, we finally bring you Week 2 of Persistence Month and our review of Jean Luc Godard's 1962 film Vivre Sa Vie. We are joined once again by a very special guest as we get into everything from the connections to Joan of Arc and Godard's influence on Tarantino. How did we all feel about the film? Tune in to find out. Article referenced during the

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01:46:37

Persistence Month, Part 1: The Passion of Joan of Arc...

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/03/08

Pete, the dark horse, strikes again with another themed month and another silent film this week. The theme of this month is Persistence in honor of women's history month, and features films with women protagonists who persist. This week the crew tackles The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928), and discusses the history of Joan of Arc, religion, and we even get our first call in from a special female guest. She got some pushback, but.... nevertheless she persisted.As always, contact us at

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01:27:29

Bong Joon Ho, Part 4 - Parasite (2019)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/02/28

This week we close the book on Bong Joon Ho month with the academy award winning film Parasite (2019). We hope you enjoyed our journey to South Korea this month with our deep dive into the filmography of another master director.Next month is a themed month, chosen by the dark horse Pete. Unpredictable as always he chose the theme of Persistence, and we are going way back to 1928 with The Passion of Joan of Arc. Join us for some old timey fun File all complaints to mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:25:06

Bong Joon Ho, Part 3 - Mother (2009)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/02/24

For the third week of our Bong Joon Ho coverage we discuss Mother (2009). Just as the conversation was shaping up to be a quick and uneventful one, yet another debate broke out. What was it about? We still don't know, so tune in and maybe you can figure it out and let us know. Contact us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com And tune in next week as we wrap up the month with Parasite (2019). Plus, Pete unveils the theme for March

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01:28:56

Bong Joon Ho, Part 2 - The Host (2006)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/02/14

For Week 2 of Bong Joon Month, we cover The Host from 2006. We also spend a good amount of time discussing the supplemental viewing; Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000), which sparks a debate between two of us. Tune in for the fun, and join us next week for... Mother (2009) Contact us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:15:30

Bong Joon Ho, Part 1 - Memories of Murder (2003)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/02/11

After a short delay, we bring you the beginning of our month-long deep dive into the films of South Korean director Bong Joon Ho. Pack your bags as we get a Korean history and cultural lesson along with our reviews of Memories of Murder (2003). QQ is back as well and up to her old tricks. Stay tuned as we will be covering The Host (2006) soon for our next film. File all complaints, suggestions and inquiries to: mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:44:04

Kubrick Month Part 5 - 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/01/30

We wrap up an epic 5-week deep dive into the films of Stanley Kubrick with the epic 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968). So much of the background info for this week came from watching Cinema Tyler's videos on YouTube, so we recommend checking those out as well. Part 1 is linked below. You can listen to us, but if you have to choose one, we'd suggest skipping our conversation and watching the videos: https://youtu.be/AgNyCluIRhA?si=SSyxr-V7DvrIqYiU Pack your bags next week as we will be heading

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02:08:30

Kubrick Month Part 4 - The Shining (1980)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/01/23

What happens when we cover a film that is one of the favorite films of two of us? We go over 2 hours. In addition to breaking down The Shining (1980) scene for scene, we also discuss the novel and the documentary Room 237. Even QQ throws out her own cat-spiracy theory. Join is for this epic episode. And join us next week as we conclude Kubrick month by covering 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968). File all comments and complaints to mracfilmclub@gmail.com Suplemental Links: Stephen King:

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01:44:46

Kubrick Month Part 3 - A Clockwork Orange (1971)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/01/17

This is the third week of our coverage of Stanley Kubrick as we break down A Clockwork Orange (1971). There are some agreements, disagreements and mild bickering. As usual we dig deep into the film and the legend that is Kubrick, including another glowing review by QQ. Join us this week, and then next as we cover The Shining (1980). You can also look forward to Pete's late homework. You can file all complaints at mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:18:20

Kubrick Month Part 2 - Barry Lyndon (1975)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/01/08

Stanley Kubrick month rolls on with our discussion of Barry Lyndon (1975). The crew talks old timey war strategies, duel etiquette, and 18th century fashion among other things. QQ also notes Kubrick's love of cats, and Brian announces a change in the schedule, as all talk of supplementals have been suspended. Lolita will have to wait. Join us next week for A Clockwork Orange (1971) File all complaints to mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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01:18:53

Kubrick Month Part 1 - The Killing (1956)

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/01/05

It's a new year and a new month here at MRAC. For January, Brian leads us in a deep dive into the films of Stanley Kubrick. In the first of 5 weeks, we look at an early film of Kubrick, The Killing (1956). Join us as we talk about our prior knowledge of Kubrick, followed by a lively discussion. There is also some talk of the supplemental film: Paths to Glory (1957). Next week we discuss Barry Lyndon (1975) and Lolita (1962) Send all inquiries to mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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02:55:48

3rd Annual MRAC Awards Ceremony

MRAC Film Club ·

2024/01/03

BONUS EPISODE! Happy 2024 everyone. This is the time of year we review the past year of MRAC film club and hand out our personal awards based on what we've watched this year. DISCLAIMER: Since we have only recently started recording, most of the films discussed were based on films we watched prior to releasing episodes, most notably the films of Kurosawa and Werner Herzog. But we also discuss the origins of MRAC, reflect on 2023, and indulge in a few drinks. Join us for the fun.

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