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PODCAST

Mind Your Movies

Ryan Kirby and Shane Barlow

Mind Your Movies is a podcast for and by movie fans. In each episode, Ryan and Shane discuss in detail two films centered on a specific topic (spoilers and all!). Sometimes they’re movies we love, and sometimes they’re just movies that have to be discussed. After our conversation, we choose a random topic for the next episode. We choose the next films live so you can watch along with us! Join us for some fun (and informative) conversations about movies!

tv & film film reviews

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48:43

Ep. 9.5: House (1977)

Mind Your Movies ·

2025/01/23

On Episode 9.5 of the show we’re discussing Nobuhiko Obayashi’s cult classic House. This haunted house horror comedy is absolutely bananas. Obayashi’s experimental filmmaking makes this one of the most unique and fun cinematic experiences anyone could hope to see. We also discuss the film’s memorable kills and its parallels with the slasher subgenre. Everyone hide your watermelons and join us as we gush about House.

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109:41

Ep. 9: College Movies: Blue Chips (1994) & Cat Person...

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2025/01/15

This week were talking college movies! Blue Chips is a college basketball movie with a stacked cast including Nick Nolte, Shaq, Penny Hardaway, Bob Cousy, Larry Bird, and many more cameos from the hardwood. The film is an interesting relic of its time that’s not without its flaws. Our other college movie is Cat Person, based on the short story by Kristen Roupenian. The film is sometimes poignant and at other times too ridiculous to believe. This will also be an interesting relic of its time given

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61:46

Ep. 8.5: Nosferatu (2024)

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2025/01/09

On this weeks mini-episode we discuss Nosferatu (2024). We discuss the film’s themes, character design andcinematography. The film’s unique storytelling choices differentiate it from previous Nosferatu films and some vampire movies in general. While Ryan loved the dark atmosphere and impeccable filmmaking, Shane was worn out by the pacing and muddled themes. Regardless, this new version of Nosferatu is fascinating and a valuable new entry in the vampire subgenre.

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132:03

Ep. 8: Public Domain: Nosferatu (1922) & Metropolis...

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2025/01/02

On Episode 8 of the show we talk about movies available in the public domain! We discuss two classics of their respective genres: F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu (1922) and Fritz Lang’s Metropolis (1927). Both films were created in Weimar-era Germany and have influenced countless horror and sci-fi films. Both also hold up as brilliantly constructed silent films.

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70:30

Ep. 7.5: Black Christmas (1974, 2006, 2019)

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2024/12/26

This week Ryan and Shane discuss Black Christmas! We talk about the beloved original 1974 and the less beloved 2006 and 2019 remakes. The original film directed by Bob Clark is a slasher classic with brilliant cinematography and sound design. Clark manages the film’s tone brilliantly. The characters are realistic and the film features complex, three-dimensional female characters. The whodunit story is fascinating and always keeps the audience guessing. A true Christmas classic that holds up today

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Ep. 7: Train Movies: The General (1926) & Snowpiercer...

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2024/12/19

All aboard! This week we’re talking trains. We discuss Buster Keaton’s classic silent film The General and Bong Joon-ho’s dystopian sci-fi film Snowpiercer for our episode titled The Genowpiercer. We talk about Buster Keaton’s brilliant career and the many daring stunts in The General. We also discuss the themes and metaphors explored in Snowpiercer.

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61:59

Ep. 6.5: Tokyo Godfathers (2003)

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2024/12/12

On Episode 6.5 of the show we discuss Satoshi Kon’s Christmas classic Tokyo Godfathers. We discuss the film’s portrayal of a transgender character and the themes of coincidence, forgiveness, and family.

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145:43

Ep. 6: Psychological Thrillers: Perfect Blue (1997) &...

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2024/12/05

This week our topic is psychological thrillers and we discuss two very different films within that genre. The first is Perfect Blue. Satoshi Kon’s debut feature uses dreamlike animation in a haunting portrayal of dissociation and psychological turmoil. Our second film is Saltburn, a witty dark comedy with plenty of shock value. We discuss the differences in each film’s approach to telling their stories within this genre. Trigger warning for discussion of sexual assault in our Perfect Blue segment

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Ep. 5.5: Idiocracy (2006)

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2024/11/28

On this week’s mini-episode we discuss Mike Judge’s silly social satire Idiocracy. The film manages to combine crude humor with astute social commentary to create a unique cocktail of early 2000’s comedy. While some elements haven’t aged particularly well, the themes of corporate power, advertising, and automation leading to the downfall of humanity feels more prescient with every passing year.

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135:30

Ep.5: High-Concept Movies: Independence Day (1996) &...

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2024/11/21

On Episode 5 of the podcast, Ryan and Shane discuss high concept movies. We talk about the massive cultural impact of Independence Day, and the underrated brilliance of M. Night Shyamalan’s Old. This week, we celebrate our IndeOLDence Day! Find us elsewhere online...email: mindyourmoviespodcast@gmail.comLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/bfj3DInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindyourmoviespodcastBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/mindyourmovies.bsky.socialSpotify:

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59:34

Ep. 4.5: M. Night Shyamalan's "Trap" (2024)

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2024/11/14

It’s a Trap! This week Ryan and Shane review M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap. This comedy/thriller’s strange tone works better for some than others. In this episode, we talk about the film’s cinematography, performances, dialogue, and the silliness of certain scenes. Is this a flawed masterpiece, a well-made disaster, or somewhere in between? Find out on the Mind Your Movies Podcast!

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Ep 4. Modern B&W: The Lighthouse & A Girl Walks Home...

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2024/11/07

HAAAARK! This week we’re spilling our beans about two great modern black-and-white movies. First we discuss The Lighthouse. A spellbinding masterpiece that transports you to a hellish 1890’s lighthouse off the coast of Maine. With farts. Then we talk about Ana Lily Amirpour’s Iranian vampire-western, A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night. A partially crowdfunded indie flick that also uses black and white cinematography to transport you to an otherworldly reality.P.S. we recorded this before the very

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53:27

Ep. 3.5: Halloween III: Season of the Witch

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2024/10/31

On this week’s Halloween themed mini-episode Ryan and Shane discuss Halloween III: Season of the Witch. It’s the only Halloween movie without Michael Myers. It’s also the only movie with evil Irish Halloween masks and robots. Does this supernatural mystery hold up as a camp classic? Or is it just a sign of what could have been for the Halloween franchise? Find out on this week’s mini-episode of the Mind Your Movies Podcast.

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Ep. 3: AFI 100 Years 100 Laughs: What's Up Doc &...

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2024/10/25

On Episode 3 of the podcast we tackle the AFI’s 100 Years 100 Laughs list of the greatest American comedies. Shane chose the brilliant homage to screwball and slapstick comedy, What’s Up, Doc? And Ryan chose Tim Burton’s horror comedy classic, Beetlejuice. Watch us laugh as we discuss two classic comedies in our episode, What’s Up, Beetlejuice?

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Ep 2.5: I Saw the TV Glow

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2024/10/17

On this week’s mini-episode, Ryan and Shane discuss Jane Schoenbrun’s surreal queer coming-of-age film, I Saw the TV Glow. We talk about Schoenbrun’s unique visual style and storytelling, and the film’s importance as representation.

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110:23

Ep. 2: Debut Features: A Nightmare on Elm Street &...

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2024/10/10

This week Ryan and Shane discuss a couple of dreamy debut feature films. We talk about A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) as Johnny Depp’s introduction to the world. We also discuss Eraserhead (1977) as the emergence of David Lynch as a bold, surreal voice in independent cinema. The films’ dreamy imagery and ingenious practical effects make for a great double feature. Join us for A Nightmare on Elm StreEraserhead.

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Ep. 1.5: The Substance

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2024/10/01

Our first half episode, where we explore a single movie in brief, features a discussion on Coralie Fargeat's newest horror phenomenon, "The Substance". Hear our thoughts on its themes, acting, and insanity in this week's episode and let us know what you thought on our Letterboxd!

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Ep. 1: Nicolas Cage Films: Adaptation and Raising...

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2024/09/25

The topic for our first episode is Nicolas Cage films! Join us for our conversation about Adaptation (2002) and Raising Arizona (1987). We discuss the duality of Charlie and Donald Kaufman and present a wild theory about Leonard Smalls. Are these Nicolas Cage’s best performances? Are they his best films? Find out on our inaugural episode: AdaptArizona.

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