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Back to the Frame Rate

Back to the Frame Rate is a movie discussion podcast where filmmakers, actors, and passionate wannabes come together to celebrate the art of cinema. From beloved popcorn flicks of the "80s, "90s and today, to timeless classics and arthouse gems we cover it all. But we’re not just here to talk movies — we’re here to save them! In a world facing imminent asteroid-induced doom (think Armageddon without the happy ending), we’ve built a fallout shelter for the greatest films of all time. With only

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78:55

1984 Movie Draft

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2024/01/01

Happy New Year! As we await for Eli's return we kick off 2024 with something a little different. Can you believe that 1984 is now 40 YEARS AGO?!? So many incredible films from that year. Our recent episode discussing 'Gremlins' inspired us to celebrae the entire year with our 1984 Movie Draft. Sam, Bee and Nathan each drafted 10 films from this incredible year of cinema. Listen in to hear our picks. Who got the best movies? Let us know. Email us at backtotheframerate@gmail.comSign up for new online

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86:23

Gremlins (1984) / Subversive Holiday Films #4 /...

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2023/12/25

Season's greetings from Back to the Frame Rate! As we bid farewell to the holiday season, we culminate with a discussion on the timeless classic, Joe Dante's 1984 horror-comedy 'Gremlins.' The subtext of consumerism and anti-capitalism is cleverly woven into this beloved film. In our Recommendation Shelf segment, we present a curated selection of films that further explore these thematic threads. Heartfelt thanks to our subscribers and followers for making our inaugural year of podcasting incredibly

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75:28

The Holdovers (2023) / Subversive Holiday Films #3 /...

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2023/12/18

This week we discuss the latest from Alexander Payne. ["MAXIMUM PAYNE" as it's said in the trailer] as we dive deep into the critically acclaimed 'The Holdovers' staring Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, and Da'Vine Joy Randolph. Stick around for our Recommendation Shelf were we suggest some of our favorite films that take place at Boarding Schools.Recommendation Shelf - Boarding School FilmsBee Recommends The Blackcoat's Daughter (2015)Eli Recommends Dead Poets Society (1989)Nathan Recommends Outside

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65:03

Bonus Episode (December 13, 2023) / Movie Musings /...

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2023/12/13

On the bonus show this week Eli and Nathan talk about what they've been watching, and Sam gives us a full update on his adventures in British Columbia filming episodes of Walks of World.Eli watched The Silencing (2020) on Netflix, The Commuter (2018) on Netflix, Talk To Me (2023) on VOD, and the brand new Leave the World Behind (2023) on Netflix. Nathan watched Violent Night (2022) on Prime Video, California Split (1974) on Prime Video and admires Robert Altman's prolific period of the 70s in which

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62:42

The Night Before (2015) / Subversive Holiday Films #2...

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2023/12/11

This week we watched the 2015 Jonathan Levine holiday comedy, 'The Night Before' staring Seth Rogan, Joseph Gordan Levitt, and Anthony Mackie. Sam is still traveling this week so we brought in guest host Brian Skutle. Brian is a film critic, podcaster, and composer for Sonic Cinema. Find Brian Skutle's through these links:https://www.sonic-cinema.comhttps://brianskutle.bandcamp.comhttps://youtube.com/@SoniccinemapodRecommendation Shelf - Deplorable Anti-HeroesBee Recommends Climax (2018)Eli

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40:47

Bonus Episode (December 6, 2023) / Movie Musings /...

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2023/12/06

We're testing out a new show format by moving our Movie Musings to bonus content. Tune in hear for our weekly summary of what we've been watching, and what we're excited about. Eli and Nathan gush over the new Godzilla Minus One film and the new Todd Haynes movie, May December. Bee was positive on Napoleon, but aparently the latest from John Woo, Silent Night, failed to impress. Bee also finally caught up with Beau Is Afraid. Nathan shared news of the many new trailers that were released over the

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93:38

Bad Santa (2003) / Subversive Holiday Films #1 /...

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2023/12/04

In this episode, we dive into the 2003 film "Bad Santa," featuring Billy Bob Thornton. Although Sam is away this week, we've got a fantastic guest—actor Paul Kandarian, who boasts an extensive filmography and happens to be a passionate fan of "Bad Santa." Join us for a lively discussion as we explore the dark comedy, dissecting its unique take on the holiday season and delving into Thornton's memorable performance.We've aligned our Recommendation Shelf with the theme of "Deplorable Anti-Heroes" to

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101:43

Black Rain (1989) / Noir-Vember #4 / Our Film Noir...

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2023/11/27

Concluding our exploration of 80s neo-noir, we review the gripping 1989 cop thriller 'Black Rain' by Ridley Scott. After our in-depth discussion, we roll out the red carpet to honor the crème de la crème with our awards segment, recognizing the pinnacle of performances and superlatives in our 80s Neo-Noir retrospective series.Sign up for new online newsletter, Frame Rate Monthly. Email backtotheframerate@gmail.com to subscribe.Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast

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94:26

Body Double (1984) / Noir-Vember #3 / Films about...

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2023/11/20

We delve into the captivating world of the 1984 voyeuristic erotic thriller crafted by the legendary director, Brian De Palma. Join us as we unravel the layers of suspense, intrigue, and sensuality intricately woven into this cinematic cult favorite.But that's not all – our Recommendation Shelf is brimming with more cinematic treasures that explore the fascinating theme of voyeurism. Our curated selection of films share in that the allure of peering into hidden worlds, each offering a unique and

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36:19

The Killer (2023)

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2023/11/15

We took a detour from our Neo-Noir retrospective to watch and discuss the new David Fincher thriller, The Killer, staring Michael Fassbender which just landed on Netflix.Sign up for new online newsletter, Frame Rate Monthly. Email backtotheframerate@gmail.com to subscribe.Particiapte in our Monthly Poll Question by going to this link:What is your favorite decade of Film Noir / Neo Noir?Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast

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Body Heat (1981) / Noir-Vember #2 / Femme Fatale Movies

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2023/11/13

Continuing our exploration of 80s Neo-Noir films, this week we delved into Lawrence Kasdan's debut erotic mystery from 1981, 'Body Heat.' The film, renowned for its allure, sparked a vibrant discussion. In our Recommendation Shelf segment, we highlighted some of our top picks for films showcasing timeless Femme Fatale characters, offering excellent companion pieces to the compelling narrative of 'Body Heat.'Recommendation Shelf - Femme Fatale MoviesBee Recommends Gone Girl (2014)Sam Recommends

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88:25

American Gigolo (1980) / Noir-Vember #1 / Underrated...

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2023/11/06

This week we're kicking off our new retrospective series on 1980s Neo-Noir films. Our first installment focuses on the 1980 classic by Paul Schrader, 'American Gigolo,' a film that left a significant mark on 80s culture during the turn of the decade. After discussing 'American Gigolo' in our Recommendation Shelf segment, we'll share some additional Richard Gere films that we believe deserve more recognition and that we have a deep appreciation for.Recommendation Shelf - Underrated Richard Gere

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92:27

The Exorcist III (1990) / The Exorcist Franchise #4 /...

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2023/10/30

In the grand finale of our Exorcist Retrospective series, we watched and dissected 'The Exorcist III,' the 1990 horror cult classic directed by William Peter Blatty. Our team had varying opinions, with some of us applauding it and others expressing strong dislike. Nevertheless, one undeniable aspect was the exceptional, over-the-top performances delivered by George C. Scott and Brad Dourif in the film. Towards the end of the show, in our 'Recommendation Shelf' segment, we eagerly shared some of our

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88:28

The Exorcist: Believer (2023) / The Exorcist...

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2023/10/23

We had the pleasure of attending the theater this week! We delved into the latest installment of The Exorcist Franchise, titled "The Exorcist: Believer," as part of our Retrospective Series. While Sam is currently on a journey this week, we're excited to welcome back our returning champion, Carlos Avilas, to fill in for the occasion.Our discussion of the Top 3 Movie Scenes was an absolute blast, as we delved into the reasons behind why these cinematic moments managed to send shivers down our spines

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62:13

Exorcist II: The Heretric (1977) / The Exorcist...

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2023/10/16

We continue our Exorcist Franchise retrospective series with the 1977 not so highly regarded sequel, Exorcist II: The Heretic. The film may not be as lauded, but it will always make for a fascinating discussion.On our Recommendation Shelf segment we feature Theological Detective StoriesBee recommends Se7en (1995) Dir. David FincherSam recommends Angels & Demons (2009) Dir. Ron HowardEli recommends Knowing (2009) Dir. Alex ProyasNathan recommends Doubt (2008) Dir. John Patrick ShanleyMovie

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81:52

The Exorcist (1973) / The Exorcist Franchise #1 / Our...

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2023/10/02

Tis the season for scary films, and we are going to dive into the Exorcist Franchise this month starting with William Friedkin's 1973 Horror classic, The Exorcist. Joining us on this week's episode is returning champion Mark Krawczyk. Sign up for new online newsletter, Frame Rate Monthly. Email backtotheframerate@gmail.com to subscribe.Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast app:https://westonmedia.org/podcast/back-to-the-frame-rate/Back to the Frame Rate Recommendation Shelf Letterboxd

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77:24

Empire of the Sun (1987) / Steven Spielberg...

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2023/09/25

We conclude our Steven Spielberg Retrospective series this week with his 1987 coming of age war epic, 'Empire of the Sun'. After our discussion we celebrate by handing out awards to our favorite Actor, Actress, Supporting Actor/Actress/Score/Scene/Film in this Retrospective Series and follow it up on our Recommendation Shelf segment with some of our favorite Prison Camp films.Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast app:https://westonmedia.org/podcast/back-to-the-frame-rate/Back to the

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74:44

Duel (1971) / Steven Spielberg Retrospective #4 /...

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2023/09/18

We continue our Steven Spielberg Retrospective series this week with his 1971 debut feature, 'Duel', and follow it up on our Recommendation Shelf segment with some of our favorite Trucker Films.Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast app:https://westonmedia.org/podcast/back-to-the-frame-rate/Nathan's Billy Wilder Top 25 List on Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/p4lTKBack to the Frame Rate Recommendation Shelf Letterboxd List: https://boxd.it/oTQhABe sure to Follow

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Amistad' (1997) / Steven Spielberg Retrospective #3 /...

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2023/09/11

After a two month hiatus WE'RE BACK! We're picking up where we left off with our Steven Spielberg retrospective series this week with our review his historical epic, Amistad. We would like to welcom to the show our new co-host, Brianna Butterworth. Sam, Eli, Brianna (Bee) and Nathan share recommendations of some films to pair with Amistad. Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast app:https://westonmedia.org/podcast/back-to-the-frame-rate/Be sure to Follow

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113:28

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) /...

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2023/07/14

We review Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny this week. Sam, Eli and Nathan share what they've been watching this past week and offer up some picks in Recommendation Shelf of some other Globetrotting Adventure films. We also take some time to honor the passing of actor Alan Arkin.Find all our episodes here on your preferred Podcast app:https://westonmedia.org/podcast/back-to-the-frame-rate/Be sure to Follow

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