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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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THROWBACK: The Breakfast Club: The Filmography of...

CineNation ·

2024/08/14

"We're all pretty bizarre. Some of us are just better at hiding it, that's all." Take a listen to our special Throwback Episode on the life and movies of filmmaker John Hughes. Listen as Brandon and Thomas discuss Hughes' early life, his reoccurring themes, casting choices for his films, and why he has such an impact on both the coming-of-age genre and the high school. Originally released in July 2020 as Episode 119 for our coming-of-age series, now we hope you enjoy it as part of our high school

01:49:07

325 - Carrie (1976)

CineNation ·

2024/08/08

"They're all going to laugh at you." For Episode 325, David and Brandon discuss the first film adaptation of Stephen King's CARRIE. Listen as they discuss which other classic film was auditioning along with CARRIE, Sissy Spacek's starmaking performance, and why people are continuously fascinated by the filmography of Brian De Palma. Opening Banter - Longlegs, Shyamalan, and De Palma - (00:00:10) Recap of High School Month (00:09:42) Intro to Carrie (00:16:27) How Carrie Got to Production

01:51:27

324 - Grease (1978)

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2024/08/01

"Grease is the word." For Episode 324, Brandon and David kick off August with the first film in their high school movie series. Listen as they discuss the history of the original GREASE production, actors rumored for the movie, how much music was changed in the final film, the struggles of shooting in the Los Angeles heat, and much more. Opening Banter - Criticism and a 1-Star Rating - (00:00:10) Intro to High School Month (00:05:21) Intro to Grease (00:15:39) How Grease Got to Production

01:32:47

323 - Deep Red (1975)

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2024/07/25

"I can feel death in this room!" For Episode 323, David and Brandon complete their series on the Giallo genre with DEEP RED. Listen as they discuss Dario Argento's career, his time casting the movie, and why they think it's the peak of the Golden Age of Giallos. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - X-Men and MaXXXine - (00:00:10) Recap of the Giallo Month (00:08:22) Intro to Deep Red (00:11:07) How Deep Red Got to Production (00:17:46) Favorite

01:21:20

322 - Don't Torture a Duckling (1972)

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2024/07/18

"Which would you prefer, a kiss or money?" For Episode 322, David and Brandon continue their Giallo series with Lucio Fulci's DON'T TORTURE A DUCKLING. Listen as they discuss the film's unique location, Fulci's relationship with the cast, and how Disney is connected to the film. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Brandon and the Rolling Stones - (00:00:10) Recap of the Giallo Month (00:09:25) Intro to Don’t Torture a Duckling (00:11:15) How Don’t

01:22:39

321 - The Fifth Cord (1971)

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2024/07/11

"Perhaps the deed itself will be an anti-climax, but I think not." For Episode 321, David and Brandon continue their series on the Giallo genre. Listen as they discuss Franco Nero's performance, the film's unique backstory, and Vittorio Storaro's work on the film. We hope you enjoy this discussion on the underrated Giallo film. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - More Summer Movies and the Home Video Market - (00:00:10) Recap of the Giallo Month

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320 - Blood and Black Lace (1964)

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2024/07/04

"Murder Is The Latest Fashion!" For Episode 320, David and Brandon kick off their Giallo in July series with BLOOD AND BLACK LACE. Listen as they talk about Mario Bava's direction, the Giallo style, and why the film was a prototype for what would become a famous genre in Italy. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Schrader, Spielberg, and Zemeckis (00:00:10) Intro to the Giallo Month (00:14:08) Intro to Blood and Black Lace (00:22:21) How Blood and

01:54:44

319 - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)

CineNation ·

2024/06/27

"Hoist the colors." For Episode 319, Brandon and Thomas conclude their look at the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN by diving into the franchise's third chapter. Listen as they discuss the film's script problems, the production design behind some of the film's memorable sets, and how the creative team was able to put together the unforgettable Maelstrom sequence. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - More Movie Theaters (00:00:10) Recap on the Month

01:54:59

318 - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)

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2024/06/20

"How much do you know about Davy Jones?" For Episode 318, Thomas and Brandon continue their journey through the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN trilogy. Listen as they discuss how the series was retroactively made into one big story, how the two sequels were almost canceled by Disney, and how the cast and crew struggled through the Caribbean weather during the filming of back-to-back sequels. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Hit Man and Movie

01:51:10

317 - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the...

CineNation ·

2024/06/13

"Bring me that horizon." For Episode 317, Brandon and Thomas kick off the summer with something special. Listen as they discuss the trilogy structure and cover the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN trilogy. In the first part of their series, they cover PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL. Listen as they talk about the numerous actors discussed for Jack Sparrow, why the Disney executives were worried about Johnny Depp's performance, and how Gore Verbinski is a master at directing

02:03:48

316 - Zodiac (2007)

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2024/05/23

"Just because you can't prove it doesn't mean it isn't true." For Episode 316, Brandon, Thomas, and David conclude their True Crime series with ZODIAC. Listen as they talk about which actress was responsible several casting choices, David Fincher's connection to the Zodiac killings, and the tensions on set between Fincher and one of his leading men. Also, Brandon is now aware after editing the episode that his pronunciation of Dave Toschi's last name is incorrect. He humbly asks for your

01:43:12

315 - Memories of Murder (2003)

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2024/05/16

"What kind of detective sleeps well?" For Episode 315, David and Brandon discuss Bong Joon-ho's masterful mystery, MEMORIES OF MURDER. Listen as they discuss the original crime it is based on, the film's perfectly staged long takes, and how it's still a haunting mystery. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of True Crime Month (00:11:17) Intro to Memories of Murder (00:17:55) How Memories of Murder Got to Production (00:23:08)

01:48:08

314 - American Animals (2018)

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2024/05/09

"Everyone in here thinks that they're gonna win the lottery, but no one buys a ticket." For Episode 314, Thomas and Brandon discuss a favorite of theirs for this month's True Crime series. Listen as they talk about the real story behind AMERICAN ANIMALS, how it was developed, and how the film was a part of the downfall of MoviePass. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of True Crime Month (00:04:46) Intro to American Animals (00:12:47)

01:43:28

313 - Dog Day Afternoon (1975)

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2024/05/02

"ATTICA! ATTICA! REMEMBER ATTICA?" For Episode 313, Brandon and Thomas jump into their True Crime series with DOG DAY AFTERNOON. Listen to find out why Pacino kept dropping out of the movie, how Lumet prepared the actors during their rehearsal process, and how the movie portrayed the true story in the most realistic way possible. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter (00:00:10) Intro to True Crime Month (00:06:43) Intro to Dog Day Afternoon (00:15:02)

02:08:26

312 - The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)

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2024/05/01

"Anybody interested in grabbing a couple of burgers and hittin' the cemetery?" For Episode 312, Thomas and Brandon finish off their Gene Hackman series with one of his most famous films, THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS. Listen as they discuss Hackman's relationship with Wes Anderson, how the film used practical locations for the film, and how the film elevated Wes Anderson to the next part of his career. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Audio Disclaimer (00:00:00) Opening

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311 - The Birdcage (1996)

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2024/04/25

"You do an eclectic celebration of the dance!" For Episode 311, Thomas and Brandon continue their series on Gene Hackman with THE BIRDCAGE. Listen as they discuss all of the previous versions of the story, who was originally going to play the lead roles, and why it was a different role for Hackman that changed the last few years of his acting career. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Get your tickets now for our screening of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS - The Director's

01:43:56

310 - Unforgiven (1992)

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2024/04/18

"I'll see you in hell, William Munny." For Episode 310, David and Brandon continue CineNation's Gene Hackman month with UNFORGIVEN. Listen as they discuss Hackman's apprehension in taking the project, how he worked with Eastwood, and why it is easily one of Hackman's best performances. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Get your tickets now for our screening of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS - The Director's Cut at the Nuart Theatre: Announcement: Little Shop of Horrors

01:44:22

309 - Hoosiers (1986)

CineNation ·

2024/04/11

"I don't care what the scoreboard says at the end of the game, in my book we're gonna be winners!" For Episode 309, Brandon and David continue CineNation's series on the films of Gene Hackman. Listen as they discuss HOOSIERS, a film that was seen by some as a comeback for Hackman. Find out more about who the original choice for the lead character was, the tensions between the creative team and Hackman, and how this low-budget underdog sports film became a real-life cinderella story. Also, don't

01:47:03

308 - The French Connection (1971)

CineNation ·

2024/04/04

"Have you ever been in Poughkeepsie?" For Episode 308, Brandon and Thomas are trying something new this month by focusing solely on one actor, and its Gene Hackman. To kick off the series, they're talking about THE FRENCH CONNECTION. Listen as they discuss Hackman's early beginnings before the film, Hackman's casting in the film, and how Friedkin pulled off the famous car chase. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Get your tickets now for our screening of LITTLE SHOP

01:59:01

307 - The Prestige (2006)

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2024/03/28

"Are you watching closely?" For Episode 307, Brandon and Thomas close out Rivalry Month with one of Christopher Nolan's best, THE PRESTIGE. Listen as they talk about the struggles of adapting the novel, how they recreated Victorian London, and how critics disliked the film when it was released. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Get your tickets now for our screening of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS - The Director's Cut at the Nuart Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors Promo

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