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The High Hat Film Podcast

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41. 'The Dark Horse' Special (w/ Cliff Curtis Interview)

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2015/04/03

In a special bonus episode, Michael looks at The Dark Horse, a New Zealand production from writer/director James Napier Robertson. The film tells the remarkable true story of Genesis Potini, a chess prodigy whose bipolar disorder often left him homeless, and how he manages to influence the young members of the Eastern Knights Chess Club. Michael sits down with one of the film stars, Cliff Curtis, to talk about how he prepared for such a larger than life role as well as the tremendous performances

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01:17:46

40. Hall of Fame:- Before the Devil Knows You're Dead...

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2015/03/24

Cross-promo-podcast alert! Michael's guest this week comes in the form of Q Filmcast host, Michael Meier, who is making a case for Before the Devil Knows You're Dead, the final film of master American filmmaker, Sidney Lumet. It's a whopper episode in which we discuss the use of multi-strand narrative, the genius of Philip Seymour Hoffman (a recurring theme on the show) and Lumet's fantastic ability to create a terrifying sense of dread. Also features favourites; the High Hat Film Questionnaire

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01:14:59

39. Hall of Fame:- There Will Be Blood (dir. Paul...

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2015/03/03

I have a competition in me. I want no other podcast to succeed. Joe Morrison makes a return to the podcast to make a case for There Will Be Blood to be inducted into the High Hat Hall of Fame. Featuring a discussion on the genius of Daniel Day Lewis and Paul Dano, the one-of-a-kind score from Jonny Greenwood, and an in-depth look at the film that could well be Paul Thomas Anderson's masterpiece. But is it worthy of a place in High Hat History? Follow Michael on Twitter @clancyhighhat, you can also

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00:33:25

38. Blackhat, Project Almanac, The Wedding Ringer,...

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2015/02/25

On this episode, Michael is joined by Mark Donaldson as they review new releases, Blackhat, The Wedding Ringer, Project Almanac and Cake, as well as take a special look at the Glasgow Film Festival 2015. Follow Mark on Twitter @oldmankrondas Follow Michael on Twitter @clancyhighhat

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01:35:28

37. Hall of Fame:- The Wages of Fear (dir....

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2015/02/12

In this special, feature length addition of the Hall of Fame, Nick Murray takes over hosting duties as Michael Clancy has a turn at submitting a film. Up for consideration is the 1953, French thriller, The Wages of Fear. Will Nick be swayed by Michael's arguments about character development and use of shot-reverse-shot in this tense masterpiece? Or their past rivalry lead to an unsuccessful submission? Follow Michael on Twitter @clancyhighhat

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00:58:19

2nd Anniversary Special; Episode 1- The Director's Cut

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2015/02/09

The High Hat Film Podcast is 2 years old. To celebrate, enjoy this special re-edit of the very first episode, featuring an Arnie Top 5, reviews of Django Unchained, Lincoln and Les Miserable, and conversations about Rick Moranis, and an awkward encounter between Patrick Stewart and James Corden. Featuring added clips and music, and with original host Nick Murray being replaced by an 8-foot tall, CGI worm-like humanoid, it is an unmissable episode (again). Follow Michael on Twitter

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00:58:09

36. Cinema Paradiso (dir. Giuseppe Tornatore, 1988)

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2015/01/21

Sophie Watson joins Michael this week to submit Cinema Paradiso for consideration into the High Hat Hall of Fame. Will the power of nostalgia, a cine-literate script, and Ennio Morricone's script be enough to see the film become the 14th entry into the Hall of Fame? Time will tell. As well as that Michael and Sophie dissect the recent Oscar nominations, as well as run through the High Hat Film Questionnaire, and a spirited round of Attack of the Rotten Tomatoes. Follow Sophie on Twitter;

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00:59:32

35. Hall of Fame:- Alien (dir. Ridley Scott, 1979)

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2015/01/13

Will Palmer joins Michael this week as he takes part in the very first High Hat Film Questionnaire, tackles Attack of the Rotten Tomatoes, and makes a case for 1979 sci-fi horror, Alien, to be added to the High Hat Hall of Fame. Is it going to be a simple (space)walk in the park for him, or will he be left screaming into the endless vacuum of space? Follow Will on Twitter @Will_Palmer_ Follow Michael on Twitter @clancyhighhat For more film chat, or to submit a film for consideration into the Hall

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00:42:01

34. 2014 in Review

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2015/01/09

Michael flies solo in this special look back at the year that was 2014 in film. Michael gives the rundown on his least favourite trips to the movies this year, as well as rundowns his 10 best films of 2014. What is the official High Hat Film of the Year? Listen in to find out. Follow Michael on Twitter @clancyhighhat and be sure to like the High Hat Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/highhatfilmreview

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00:43:46

33. Hall of Fame:- Dredd (dir. Pete Travis, 2012)

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2014/12/09

Another day, another film up for consideration into the High Hat Hall of Fame. This week it is the graphic novel adaptation Dredd, starring Karl Urban, Olivia Thirlby and Lena Headey. Robert Fuller makes the case for this week as he and Michael discuss the balls-to-the-wall action, why the film is a breath of fresh air in the superhero genre, and comparisons the film shares with The Raid. The episode also features mini-reviews of Whiplash, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1, and Big Hero 6, as

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32. Hall of Fame:- Sideways (dir. Alexander Payne, 2004)

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2014/11/25

The main event of this bumper edition of the High Hat Film Podcast features an in-depth discussion about Alexander Payne's Sideways. Erik Saras provides the commentary as to why this film should be included into the Hall of Fame, including what makes the buddy relationship between Miles and Jack so unique, the subtle brilliance of the soundtrack, and the multi-layered script. It puts a whole new slant on a popular classic. The show also features a review of Christopher Nolan's Interstellar, and

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01:01:35

31. Hall of Fame:- Total Recall

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2014/11/06

It's a blast from the past in the latest episode as former High Hat host Nick Murray submits Total Recall (the Arnie version, not the dodgy Colin Farrell one) for inclusion into the Hall of Fame. Will Michael be swayed by the genius of Rob Bottin and Michael Ironside? Or will past animosity lead to the first rejected effort? Also on the show, Gone Girl is discussed and Nick tries his luck with Marvel movies on Attack of the Rotten Tomatoes. For more film conversation and fun trivia, like the High

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00:53:49

30. Hall of Fame:- Koyaanisqatsi

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2014/10/21

Joe Morrison makes the case this week for the 1982 poetic documentary Koyaanisqatsi (Dir; Godfrey Reggio). It is the toughest sell to date, can a film with no plot and no dialogue make it into the Hall of Fame? With discussions about the genius of Phillip Glass' and his striking soundtrack, as well as comparisons to Robert Redford's nautical adventure All is Lost, it is an episode not to be missed. Join in the fun at https://www.facebook.com/highhatfilmreview You can follow Michael on Twitter

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00:51:28

29. Hall of Fame:- Jaws

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2014/09/29

Just when you thought it was safe to go back on iTunes, it's another episode of the High Hat Film Podcast. This week Dan Lovley makes a case for why Steven Spielberg's Jaws should be inducted into the Hall of Fame. A seemingly straightforward task, but will his argument sway Michael? One thing's for sure, we're going to need a bigger podcast (sorry). Dan also tries his luck in the metacritic smackdown, Attack of the Rotten Tomatoes.

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28. Hall of Fame:- She Wore a Yellow Ribbon

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2014/09/18

The podcast heads to the Wild West this week with John Ford's, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon. High Hatter Ronnie makes a compelling case for why the film's fantastic horses, rich humour and Dickensian characters deserve a place in the High Hat Hall of Fame, but will it be enough to earn it entry into the illustrious list?

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00:34:03

27. Hall of Fame:- Stand By Me

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2014/09/07

This week's film up for consideration to the High Hat Hall of Fame comes from Nikki Souza who makes a case for Rob Reiner's Stand By Me. Will this classic, coming-of-age tale of dead bodies, male bonding, and genital leeches make the cut? Only time will tell. Also on the show, Michael debuts a new game; Attack of the Rotten Tomatoes.

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00:30:30

Hall of Fame:- Theatre of Blood

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2014/08/25

Guest High Hatter Mark Donaldson joins host Michael Clancy on the podcast this week. Mark is pleading his case for why the 1973 horror classic Theatre of Blood should be added to the illustrious High Hat Hall of Fame.

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00:44:43

26. Hall of Fame- Kill List

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2014/08/25

High Hatter Andy Fenwick makes a case for the inclusion of the deeply disturbing Kill List into the High Hat Hall of Fame. Will he be successful? Also featuring a tribute to Robin Williams and Lauren Bacall.

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00:36:37

25. Hall of Fame:- Fight Club

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2014/07/13

In the hot seat this week; High Hatter John Fitzpatrick makes a case for why David Fincher's Fight Club should be included in the High Hat Hall of Fame. Will Michael be swayed by comparisons between Hans Solo and Tyler Durden? Will John make an adequate case for why shooting yourself in the cheek will free you of your troublesome imaginary friend? Listen in to find out.

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00:34:53

High Hat Hall of Fame- Princess Mononoke

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2014/06/10

Introducing the High Hat Hall of Fame. High Hatter James Tarrant joins Michael Clancy as he pleads his case for the inclusion of Hayao Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke into the hallowed halls of High Hat Film Immortality.

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