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CineNation

The CineNation Podcast analyzes the histories and tropes of film genres and why we love them.

tv & film film history

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01:21:14

93 - The King of Comedy: Movies about Comedians

CineNation ·

2019/11/07

Dying is easy. Comedy is hard. Take a listen as Brandon and Thomas delve into the small subgenre of movies about comedians. They cover the history of the genre and some of their favorites. They also talk about why the stand-up comedy genre is moving more toward television today.

01:42:47

92 - The Haunting: Haunted House Movies

CineNation ·

2019/10/24

Have you ever heard things go bump in the night? Have you ever seen a figure appear in your home? Don't be scared of this episode, but we're going to be analyzing the Haunted House movie genre. Listen as Brandon and Thomas breakdown the history of the genre and why it has been successful for so many years. Make sure you check out our Letterboxd List, "The Haunting: A Look at Haunted House Movies". Follow along as we talk about some of our favorite Haunted House movies. Contact Us: Facebook:

01:44:04

91 - Bad Boys: Buddy Cop Movies

CineNation ·

2019/10/10

It's time to suit up because we are ready to dive into the Buddy Cop film genre. Brandon, Thomas, and Ben delve into the very popular and very beloved subgenre of film. They talk about the origins of the genre, the classic films, and a few underrated films of the genre. Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod Medium: CineNation E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

01:40:25

90 - The World of Robert Zemeckis

CineNation ·

2019/09/26

Hop in your DeLorean, grab a box of chocolates, and turn up your radio because it's time to take a trip through the filmography of Robert Zemeckis. Zemeckis has directed such classics as Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, and Cast Away, but he has never been given the same appreciation that a lot of his friends received. On this episode, Brandon and Ben delve into the filmography of Zemeckis, how he came to be, and why they enjoy his films.

01:32:30

89 - Major League: Baseball Movies

CineNation ·

2019/09/12

Put on your ball cap, grab some cash for a hot dog, and lather on the sunscreen because it's time to head to the ballpark! With a few new segments, the CineNation gang delves into the subgenre of baseball films. From such classics as A League of Their Own to lesser-known films like Soul of the Game, this episode covers the history of films that covered America's pastime. Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod Medium: CineNation E-mail:

01:39:20

88 - The World of Quentin Tarantino

CineNation ·

2019/08/29

Turn up the volume on your radio, grab a pack of Red Apple cigarettes, and don't forget to eat a savory Big Kahuna burger. It's time to dive into the world of Quentin Tarantino. With Ben's absent, Brandon and Thomas decided to delve into the filmography of Quentin Tarantino and he has changed over time.

01:25:26

87 - Moneyball

CineNation ·

2019/08/15

It's time to change the game! With Ben Goertz absent, Brandon and Thomas delve into an important year of cinema when things began to shift. Genre is taking over, the star system is dying, and superheroes are beginning to fly. The duo talk about 2011 and what Hollywood was going through at the time.

01:18:48

86 - Two-Lane Blacktop: A Look at Road Movies

CineNation ·

2019/08/01

It's time to fill the gas tank, turn up the music, and hit the highway because it's time to discuss the Road movie. Brandon, Ben, and Thomas delve into the famous genre that is a favorite among many. They talk about the tropes, the history, and some of the best examples of the genre.

01:05:06

85 - Debuts: Lumet, Brooks, and Burton

CineNation ·

2019/07/18

Thomas and Ben are absent due to scheduling conflicts, so Brandon had to call in the reinforcements. Returning from a two-year absence from CineNation, Will Clayton joins Brandon to talk directorial debuts. Brandon and Will discuss the importance of directorial debuts and how they can help introduce the world to a director's style. They breakdown three debuts by three different directors and how their debuts compare to the rest of their careers.

01:23:20

84 - Born on the Fourth of July

CineNation ·

2019/07/04

Today is our Independence Day. In celebration for America's birthday, Brandon, Thomas, and Ben decided to breakdown the cinematic character known as the American hero. From John Wayne to Mark Wahlberg, the CineNation trio delve into the history of the character and the traits they have.

01:55:46

83 - The Long, Hot Summer

CineNation ·

2019/06/20

The days are becoming longer, hotter, and more humid. That must mean one thing...Summer has arrived! Brandon, Ben, and Thomas delve into the subgenre of Summer movies. In some cases, the subgenre is undefined, but the CineNation Trio try to decipher and discuss some of the tropes that surround it.

01:33:51

82 - Almost Famous: A Look at Fictional Bands

CineNation ·

2019/06/06

It's time to plug in your amps, turn up the mics, and get the band back together. On this episode of CineNation, Brandon, Ben, and Thomas talk about fake bands, made-up singers, and fictional stories about real-life bands. From Elvis Presley to Dewey Cox and from The Blues Brothers to The Wonders, the CineNation trio talk about the tropes and history of the genre, while also talking about some of their favorites.

01:42:30

81 - True Grit

CineNation ·

2019/05/23

Let's wind the clocks back to 2010. With Ben being absent from this episode, Brandon and Thomas decided to take a look at a specific year in film and 2010 was their choice. They talk about the lack of good blockbusters, the Avatar effect, the best films of the year, and some of the worst. They also give a couple of awards to some of the big standouts of the year.

01:51:28

80 - The Verdict

CineNation ·

2019/05/10

I object! The CineNation trio take a look at one of the more fan favorite subgenres, the Courtroom Drama. Brandon, Ben, and Thomas delve into the many different eras of the courtroom drama and how culture has affected it throughout the years. They covered a number of films in this podcast, but there's always more to talk about.

52:44

79 - Pirates of the Caribbean

CineNation ·

2019/04/25

With Ben's absence, Brandon and Thomas decided to continue their swashbuckling conversation by delving more into Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise. They talk about the troubled franchise and how it all came about.

01:40:32

78 - Treasure Island

CineNation ·

2019/04/11

Argh mateys! On this episode of CineNation, Brandon, Ben, and Thomas delve into a genre that is full of pirates, musketeers, swordsmen, and outlaws. The trio take a look at some of the famous characters and films of the classic Hollywood genre, the Swashbuckler. From Zorro to Robin Hood and from Long John Silver to the Three Musketeers, the trio follow the inception of the Swashbuckling genre all the way to it's current form.

01:14:37

77 - Oscar Championship Belt

CineNation ·

2019/03/28

It's been a month after the Oscars, but we can still discuss them, can't we? Brandon and Thomas delve into the history of the Best Picture winners and they debate which ones are the greatest of all time. And then, at the very end, the duo will award one film the Oscar Championship belt.

01:24:45

76 - Band of Outsiders

CineNation ·

2019/03/14

Episode 76: Band of Outsiders Brandon is excited to delve into one of his favorite genres of all time with Thomas and Ben. The trio track the subgenre from the early masterpieces like The Asphalt Jungle to modern classics like Ocean's Eleven. Also, see who wins this episode's Pitch Ben segment. Will Thomas pull off a back-to-back victory or will Brandon forge ahead?

01:20:19

75 - The Big Sick

CineNation ·

2019/02/28

For Episode 75 of CineNation, the guys take a look at movies that deal with the heavy topic of physical illness and injury in movies. They breakdown what films fit within this subgenre of film, while also talking about the history of it. They start all the way back in the 1910s and they work their way up to present day. From The Pride of the Yankees to Terms of Endearment and from Steel Magnolias to The Fault in Our Stars, the CineNation trio cover a wide range of films for this episode.

01:09:03

74 - Pillow Talk

CineNation ·

2019/02/14

In honor of Valentine's Day, the CineNation trio take an in-depth look into the Depression-era subgenre of Screwball Comedy. Thomas, Brandon, and Ben talk about the history of the genre and some of its influential films like It Happened One Night and His Girl Friday, while also talking about how it still endures today in some form.

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