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Cinematica Animalia

Cinematica Animalia

Welcome to Cinematica Animalia! If you share our love of both science and movie monsters, then tune in as we - two ecologists, one veterinarian, and a writer - explore the ecology and physiology of cinematic creatures; explaining what works, what mostly doesn’t, and how the movie’s plot is subsequently affected. At the end of the day, we just love talking about science.

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01:17:09

S3E11- Life Finds A Way (Jurassic Park- 1993)

Cinematica Animalia ·

2020/06/07

Sam, David and Adam dive back into Jurassic Park again to discuss other dinosaur movies, the problems with cloning, should extinct species be brought back, and who was the best movie scientist. Join them to answer the question, would life really find a way? TIME POINTS 00:41- Introduction 04:45- History of Dinosaurs in Film 17:36- DNA Problems, Cloning Issues, and Island Life 40:44- Ethical Discssions 55:14- Michael Crichton and Scientific Concerns 1:05:48- Rating Jurassic Park Scientists 1:12:24-

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00:54:23

S3E10: Welcome To Jurassic Park (Jurassic Park- 1993)

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2020/05/02

am and David ditch Adam this week to explore the world of Jurassic Park on their own, and it does not go well. Join them as they discuss Jurassic vs Cretaceous periods, small Velociraptors, and the realities of the Tyrannosaurus Rex. TIME POINTS 00:41- Introduction 03:18- Discussion of the film 11:43- Jurassic vs Cretaceous 18:34- Dinosaurs with feathers 23:36- Small velociraptors 26:20- Tyrannosaurus vision 29:20- Tyrannosaurus as a ascavenger 32:48- Tyrannosaurus roar 34:44- Jack Horner 36:15-

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00:36:27

S3E9: Magical Creature Ecology (Harry Potter- 2001/2011)

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2020/04/18

The Cinematica team decides to try and tackle the evolutionary paths and potential domestication of the magical world. The discuss if Dumbledore is the true monster, whether a Phoenix would make a good pet, and pest control for a Basilisk. Join them as they create creatures you wouldn't want to touch with your wand. Time Points: 00:40- Introduction 01:56- History of Animal Familiars 08:10- General Ecology of Harry Potter 15:24- Discussion of the Phoenix 24:54- Discussion of the Basilisk 31:52-

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00:38:34

S3E9: The Physiology of Hogwarts (Harry Potter-...

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2020/04/04

Sam, Adam and David are not invited to Hogwarts, but they decide to sneak in anyway. Join them as they explore some of the creatures that make up the magical world and discuss their possible horrifying anatomy. Leave your house elf at the door. Time Points: 01:30- Discussion of The Film 05:25- Summary of Harry Potter and Magical Monsters 09:19- The Physiology of Harry Potter- The Phoenix 21:36- The Physiology of Harry Potter- The Basilisk 28:30- The Physiology of Harry Potter- The Dementors 34:34-

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00:35:38

S3E8: The Physiology of Speed (Sonic- 2020)

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2020/03/18

Sam and David explore the world of Sonic, how fast animals work on Earth, and why speeding up and slowing down rapidly might not be good for you. Join us as we ask the horrifying question, what might Sonic look like if he actually wanted to move that fast. Time Points: 02:40- Sonic Overview 05:00- Sonic Movie Review 06:08- Sonic's Limitations & Concerns 17:30- Fastest Life on Earth 25:10- The Fastest Bird and Mammal 31:38- How Sonic Could Run Quickly 35:02- Credits

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00:42:35

S3E7: Alien Ecology (Alien & Aliens- 1979/1986)

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2020/02/29

Join the team this week as they talk about the terrifying evolutionary path and environment that would produce the acid saturated monsters of our nightmares. Game over man indeed. Time Points: 2:08- News 3:00- Xenomorph History In Cinema 12:00- Xenomorph Ecology 36:12- Weekly Versus 41:50- Sign Off

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00:46:39

S3E6: The Physiology of Xenomorphs (Alien & Aliens-...

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2020/02/21

This week the Cinematica team explores one of their favorite films and dives into the world of Xenomorphs. Listen in for a discussion on acid blood, nest building and termites. As well as discussions of space marines and Paul Reiser. Time Points: 02:01- Movie Summary 09:30- Xenomorph Overview 12:04- Xenomorph Movie Discussion 14:25- Xenomorph Physiology Discussion 42:18- Vet PSA (Wild vs Domestic Animals)

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00:31:31

S3E5: The Ecology of The Continent (The Witcher- 2019)

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2020/02/06

Sam, Adam, and David explore the ecology of the Witcher with frequent discussions of Henry Cavill in the bath and each one of them trying their best at impressions. Join them while they try to decide how the arrival of monsters would impact the natural world around us. 01:30- The History of Monster Slayers 11:13- The Ecology of The Continent 25:24- Versus 30:34- Ending Credits

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01:01:07

S3E4: The Physiology of Monsters (The Witcher- 2019)

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2020/01/30

Dave digs into the physiology of some of the monsters from Netflix's The Witcher. Can a person grow horns? What passes for a zombie in this world? And why is Henry Cavill not taking more baths? 02:21 - The World of The Witcher 07:47 - Is it any good? 17:18 - Monster Physiology 56:39 - The Vet's PSA

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00:32:42

S3E3: The Monsters of Star Wars (Star Wars-...

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2020/01/13

This week Sam and Adam discuss the creatures of a galaxy far far away. They try to make sense of the Ton Ton, Rancor, Sarlacc Pit, and many more while avoiding the question of who shot first. May the force be with you all! 01:42 Dream Discussion 04:08 Star Wars Summary 06:08- Star Wars Review 08:33- Ecology Discussion 31:52- Closing Remarks

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00:40:40

S3E2: Klendathu Ecology (Starship Troopers- 1997)

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2019/12/24

The Cinematica Animalia team breaks down the Ecology of the bugs and talks classic bug horror films. They explore why the bugs are probably not working together in any organized fashion and how a hungry hive would be unlikely to become the "greatest threat mankind has ever faced." 01:44- Australia Fire Discussion 06:48- Giant Bugs in Cinema Review 18:32- The Ecology of The Bugs 34:50- Versus Discussion 38:30- Correction

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00:42:08

S3E1: Bug Physiology (Starship Troopers- 1997)

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2019/12/10

The Cinematica team discusses the physiology of the Arachnoids from the 1997 film Starship Troopers and Sam readily admits it is the best film he has every seen. Find out what some kids from Buenos Aires started the film trying to learn, what makes a Bug tick? Are you doing your part? 4:09- The History and Summary of Starship Troopers 10:35- Review of the Film 13:28- The Arachnoid Physiology 38:40- Veterinary PSA: Surrendering a Pet

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00:41:12

S2E20: The Season 2 Rumble

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2019/06/25

We pit our Season 2 monsters up against each other to see who comes out on top. Who wins? Pikachu? Godzilla? Definitely not pikachu. 08:44 - Season 2's Weirdest Creature 17:55 - The Royal Rumble Thanks for listening in to our second season everyone. Sorry that the episode dates became a bit erratic towards the end. We'll be back later in the year with a fresh bunch of monsters to take on.

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00:44:15

S2E19: The Ecology of Godzilla (Godzilla- 2014)

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2019/06/10

Adam and Sam go into detail about why a creature this size simply couldn't persist on the surface of the earth. Or even under it. Doesn't work. Only so many whales you can eat. 3:24 - Cinematic History of Godzilla 13:54 - The Ecology of Godzilla 42:16 - Godzilla vs. No-one

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S2E18: The Physiology of Godzilla (Godzilla- 2014)

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2019/06/04

We look at King of the Monsters, Lord of the Chonk, 2014's One and Only Master of the Heft Godzilla. Dive daves into the atomic breath (probably smells real bad) and radiation diet of the OG of all charismatic megafauna. 01:41 - 2014 Godzilla Need-to-Know 07:08 - The Physiology of Godzilla 37:14 - Vet's PSA (Adopting Foreign Pets)

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00:25:52

CA Supplementals: The Problem With Alien Invasions

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2019/05/30

Adam and Dave look at the problems inherent in an alien race invading the earth. Honestly we'd be fine. I think. Still don't let Thanos anywhere near us though.

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00:31:15

S2E17: The Physiology of Pikachu (Detective Pikachu-...

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2019/05/27

We look at the movement and attack mode of the vicious predatory rodent known commonly as a Pikachu. Cute and fuzzy? No. If you're shocking things you're eating them. 01:52 - The Physiology of Pikachu 27:30 - Vet's PSA (Neutering Your Pets)

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00:44:00

S2E16: The World of Pokemon (Detective Pikachu- 2019)

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2019/05/18

Adam and Sam take a look at the nightmare-filled dangerworld that is whatever the hell planet Pokemon live on in Detective Pikachu. Honestly it's chaotic and deadly. 01:46 - Obligatory Sonic the Hedgehog Thoughts 04:35 - The World of Pokemon 41:14 - Riddick on the World of Pokemon

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00:18:37

CA Supplementals: Ecological Ramifications of The Snap 2

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2019/05/13

Post Avengers: Endgame, we dive back into the Marvel universe and examine the ecological ramifications of The Snap 2: The Unsnappening. How would the world react to a sudden dramatic increase in populations? Are the Avengers the bad guys? Does Thanos use Bayesian modelling? SPOILERS. Big time. Thanks to JV Chamary at Forbes for kicking this discussion off with his article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jvchamary/2019/05/07/avengers-endgame-biodiversity/#76b9ea65775b. And thanks to colleague Lara

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00:46:20

S2E15: Ecology of the GoT Dragons (Game of Thrones-...

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2019/05/09

Adam and I talk macroecology and that's pretty much it. How small would these dragons be? It's very anti-climactic. We'll do a supplemental later. Also SPOILERS. Though as we were a week behind, there's some stuff that is currently incorrect re: the current status of the GoT dragons. Spoilers. 04:02 - Everyone's Favourite Dragons 13:15 - The Ecology of the Dragons 40:13 - Balerion the Big Boi vs. The US Military

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