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PODCAST

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast

Paul James and Josh Knapp

This is a film podcast by two people that come at movies from different angles. Paul is a trained actor and Josh is a broadcast engineer. They have lively conversations about all aspects of old and new films: technical, emotional, acting, directing, writing, music, special effects, and more. Check out the website at www.actorandengineer.com and email actorandengineer@gmail.com.

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01:15:49

Moonlight

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2017/01/26

This is a film in three parts about an African-American boy struggling with how society is telling him how to be a man. Barry Jenkins (writer/director) brings us an Oscar-nominated coming of age film told in a unique way with great acting and a pitch perfect score. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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55:54

Fences

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2017/01/17

This week we talk about the film adaptation of August Wilson's Tony Award-Winning play (that also won the two leads Tonys). For the most part, the actors from the 2010 revival are the same and we get a third directorial effort from Denzel Washington. Last week wet talked about our theater experiences, but this week we really get into the film as an adaptation, Denzel's emotional wobble and why Viola Davis may (should) get an Oscar. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our

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01:03:11

Recent Movies and Theater Experiences

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2017/01/16

This episode is kind of a catch-up episode where we talk about what we have been watching as we get ready to reveal our top 10 films of the year for 2016. We also begin our blood feud over the merits of Hell or High Water, specifically the screenplay. We also talk about our experiences in our respective theaters while seeing Fences (which we will review in our next episode!) Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow

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01:51:49

La La Land

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2017/01/09

This week we talk about one of our most anticipated films of 2016. This Golden Globe winning follow-up to Damien Chazelle's 2014 film, Whiplash, is a modern-day musical with new songs and two strong leading actors, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone (co-stars in Crazy, Stupid Love). Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:39:25

Rogue One with Special Guest Justin Arner

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/12/31

We finally get to go back to a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away! This time we have a special guest, Emmy and ProMax award winning commercial and promotions producer (and huge Star Wars fan) Justin Arner! We go through what makes this movie different from other Star Wars movies, talk about the score, special effects (good and bad), diversity in casting and much more! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us

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Nocturnal Animals

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/12/31

This week we analyze Tom Ford’s sophomore directorial and writing effort. This is a movie based on a book about a woman reading a book written by her ex-husband about why you shouldn’t flip off Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Not really. But, kind of. Let’s get through this together! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:20:21

Movies With Narration

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/12/12

This week we try to figure out when narration (or voice-over) works and why it isn't always a good idea. We talk about unvreliable narrators, characters talking to other characters as voice-over, and characters breaking the fourth wall, among other uses of narration. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:06:37

Opera in Film

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/12/06

This week we give a few examples of effective use of opera in film and how that can enhance the moviegoing experience. We also have a tiny spoiler for Arrival (which is still in theaters) in there, so beware! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:30:35

The Adventures of Robin Hood

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/11/28

After watching it for the first time, we discuss the 1938 film based on an old English legend starring Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland. This big-budget film done by Warner Brothers (in Technicolor!) was the feel-good summer blockbuster of it's time. Here is a link to the matte painting example we talk about in the episode. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:34:16

Arrival

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/11/18

Amy Adams stars in this "alien" film that turns out to be so much more. Denis Villeneuve (Enemy, Prisoners, Incindies, Sicario) directs this short story adaptation and incorporates amazing cinematography, score and sound design to tell this story in a new and relevant way. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:20:43

Doctor Strange

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/11/11

This week we talk about the second film of 2016 from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We talk about how they dealt with the muti-verses and astral planes and all of the things that we haven't seen before in a Marvel movie. We spend just a little time on the "whitewashing" controversy and we also talk a little about the score. In the show, Josh talks about a video comparing Marvel scores to the scores of other action/fantasy movies and here is the link: https://youtu.be/7vfqkvwW2fs Subscribe on

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01:26:51

Dark City

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/11/04

This week we revisit Alex Proyas' sci-fi entry "Dark City". This came out in a pre-Matrix world, so it was interesting to watch the film in that light. Does it hold up to the same scrutiny as other sci-fi classics or can we see the age of the film after 18 years? Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:31:14

The Birth of a Nation

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/10/28

This week we look at the debut film (with a reappropriated title) from writer/director/producer/star Nate Parker about the slave revolt in early 1800's Virginia led by Nat Turner. We talk about performances and Parker's directing style, along with the haunting choice of music and imagery. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:27:28

Primer

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/10/20

This week we attempt to wade through the many timelines of Shane Carruth's debut film. This independent film (made for $7000) is one of the most complex and scientific time travel movies ever made. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:48:28

Seven Samurai and The Magnificent Seven (1960)

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/10/13

This week we dig into the two movies that inspired the new Magnificent Seven that we talked about last week. This was the first time that either of us have seen these movies, so we talk about our initial experiences with these films, how they relate to each other and to the new film. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:07:44

The Magnificent Seven (2016)

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/10/05

This week we take a look at Antoine Fuqua's remake of a John Sturges adaptation of Kirosawa's (arguably) best samurai film. Get your popcorn and drink of choice and get ready to watch Denzel, the gunslinger! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:24:11

The Invitation

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/09/27

This week we look at Karyn Kusama's tight thriller (now available on Netflix) about an LA dinner party meant to bring a group of friends back together two years after a tragic event. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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01:19:15

In the Mood for Love

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/09/20

Wong Kar-Wai's 2000 film set in Hong Kong in the 60's focuses on two people who are being cheated on in their respective marriages and the relationship that builds between them. This masterpiece combination of acting, score and camera work is a feast for the eyes and the ears. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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02:09:05

Demolition/Jean-Marc Vallee

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/09/15

This week we look at Jean-Marc Vallee's 2016 release starring Jake Gyllenhaal and compare it to the two previous films that we have talked about (Wild and Dallas Buyer's Club). We are also including an aftershow that allows us to talk about various topics not related to the main topic. We will soon be on Periscope and/or Facebook Live, so keep an eye out! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on

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01:24:05

Fall Movie Preview

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast ·

2016/09/07

This week we each go over our most anticipated movies of the fall. We talk about a few big budget movies (Dr Strange, Star Wars), but must of the discussion centers around smaller movies purportedly gunning for some Oscar statuettes. Subscribe on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6gB67Y Check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/actorandengineer and follow us on twitter @actorengineer.

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