Wasteland Retrospective

33:08

Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) and ParaNorman (2012)...

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2026/10/08

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty for a deep dive into two of the most visually stunning and emotionally powerful films from Laika Studios — the masters of stop-motion animation:🎬 Films Discussed:Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) — directed by Travis Knight — Laika's most ambitious and visually breathtaking stop-motion animated film, set in ancient Japan and featuring an Oscar-nominated scoreParaNorman (2012)

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26:56

9 to 5 (1980) and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas...

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2026/10/01

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of the one and only Dolly Parton — two iconic musical comedies that cemented her status as one of Hollywood's most beloved stars:🎬 Films Discussed:9 to 5 (1980) — directed by Colin Higgins, starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin — the beloved workplace comedy that became a feminist classic and spawned one of the most iconic songs in historyThe Best Little

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43:59

The Hurt Locker (2008) and Zero Dark Thirty (2012)...

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2026/09/24

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two of Kathryn Bigelow's most powerful and acclaimed films — both exploring the post-9/11 world through the lens of modern warfare:🎬 Films Discussed:The Hurt Locker (2008) — starring Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie & Brian Geraghty — Kathryn Bigelow's Academy Award Best Picture winner that redefined war cinema and made history as the first

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58:27

Bullitt (1968) and The Thomas Crown Affair (1968)...

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2026/09/17

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a double dose of Steve McQueen at the peak of his powers — two landmark 1968 crime films that cemented his status as the King of Cool:🎬 Films Discussed:Bullitt (1968) — directed by Peter Yates, starring Steve McQueen — home of the greatest car chase in cinema history through the streets of San FranciscoThe Thomas Crown Affair (1968) — directed by

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58:27

Silence (2016) and The Last Temptation of Christ...

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2026/09/10

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty for a deep dive into two of Martin Scorsese's most profound and controversial explorations of faith, doubt, and spirituality:🎬 Films Discussed:Silence (2016) — starring Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver & Liam Neeson — Scorsese's devastating meditation on Christian missionaries in feudal Japan and the silence of GodThe Last Temptation of Christ (1988) — starring Willem Dafoe

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26:53

The Wicker Man (1973) and Witchfinder General (1968)...

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2026/09/03

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a deep dive into two of the most essential and terrifying folk horror classics ever committed to film:🎬 Films Discussed:The Wicker Man (1973) — directed by Robin Hardy, starring Edward Woodward & Christopher Lee — the undisputed masterpiece of British folk horror and one of the greatest horror films ever madeWitchfinder General (1968) — directed by Michael Reeves, starring Vincent

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44:11

Chronicle (2012) and Fantastic Four (2015) with Jeff...

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2026/08/27

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into the full directorial story of Josh Trank — from his acclaimed found footage superhero debut to one of Hollywood's most infamous production disasters:🎬 Films Discussed:Chronicle (2012) — Josh Trank's groundbreaking found footage superhero film starring Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell & Michael B. Jordan — a genre-defining indie that launched

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51:08

Two Days, One Night (2014) and Rust and Bone (2012)...

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2026/08/20

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two powerful dramas starring Marion Cotillard from the acclaimed Dardenne Brothers and Jacques Audiard:🎬 Films Discussed:Two Days, One Night (2014) — directed by Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne — Marion Cotillard delivers an Oscar-nominated performance as a factory worker fighting to save her jobRust and Bone (2012) — directed by

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38:42

Cliffhanger (1993) and Demolition Man (1993) with...

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2026/08/13

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty for a double dose of peak Sylvester Stallone action from 1993:🎬 Films Discussed:Cliffhanger (1993) — directed by Renny HarlinDemolition Man (1993) — directed by Marco BrambillaThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning 90s action, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of

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22:41

Scanners (1981) and Videodrome (1983) with Jess Conto

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2026/08/06

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a deep dive into two of the most visceral and mind-bending films from the master of body horror — writer-director David Cronenberg:🎬 Films Discussed:Scanners (1981) — starring Stephen Lack & Michael Ironside — telepathy, exploding heads, and corporate conspiracyVideodrome (1983) — starring James Woods & Debbie Harry — reality, media obsession, and flesh-melding technologyThe

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47:59

The Big Chill (1983) and Body Heat (1981). with Adam...

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2026/07/30

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) for a deep dive into two classic films from writer-director Lawrence Kasdan:🎬 Films Discussed:The Big Chill (1983) — starring Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum & Meg Tilly — the definitive baby boomer ensemble dramaBody Heat (1981) — starring William Hurt & Kathleen Turner — a sultry neo-noir thriller that launched Kathleen Turner's careerThe

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30:39

Drinking Buddies (2013) and Digging for Fire (2015)...

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2026/07/23

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two standout mumblecore and indie drama collaborations between director Joe Swanberg and actor Jake Johnson:🎬 Films Discussed:Drinking Buddies (2013) — starring Jake Johnson, Olivia Wilde & Anna KendrickDigging for Fire (2015) — starring Jake Johnson, Rosemarie DeWitt & Orlando BloomThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film

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51:32

4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007) and Graduation...

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2026/07/16

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two powerful dramas from acclaimed Romanian New Wave director Cristian Mungiu:🎬 Films Discussed:4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007) — Palme d'Or winner at CannesGraduation (2016) — Best Director at Cannes Film FestivalThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss

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34:00

Stripes (1981) and M*A*S*H (1970) with Mike Hilty

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2026/07/09

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster Mike Hilty for a double dose of military comedy classics:🎬 Films Discussed:Stripes (1981) & M*A*S*H (1970)The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, comedy cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website

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22:40

Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) and Invasion of...

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2026/07/02

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of one of sci-fi horror's most iconic stories — two film adaptations of Jack Finney's classic novel The Body Snatchers:🎬 Films Discussed:Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) — directed by Philip Kaufman, starring Donald SutherlandInvasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) — directed by Don SiegelThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest

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36:21

Troy (2005) and Kingdom of Heaven (2004) with Jeff Alan

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2026/06/25

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a look at two historical epics released in the mid-2000s🎬 Films Discussed:Troy (2005)Kingdom of Heaven (2004)The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto is a decorated film

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45:07

What Ever Happened to Sweet Baby Jane? (1962) and...

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2026/06/18

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two landmark Robert Aldrich psychological thrillers starring the legendary Bette Davis:🎬 Films Discussed:What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) & Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning classic

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57:37

X-Men: First Class (2011) and X-Men: Days of Future...

Wasteland Retrospective ·

2026/06/11

Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of X-Men adaptations, X-Men: First Class (2011) & X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014).Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his

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21:16

The Dark Crystal (1982) and Labyrinth (1986) with...

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2026/06/04

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of beloved Jim Henson Company fantasy classics:🎬 Films Discussed:The Dark Crystal (1982) — Jim Henson & Frank Oz's groundbreaking dark fantasy puppet filmLabyrinth (1986) — the iconic David Bowie fantasy adventure produced by Jim HensonIf you love 80s fantasy films, Jim Henson, practical effects, David Bowie, or classic cult movies — this is essential listening!The

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35:54

Anomalisa (2015) and Synecdoche, New York (2008) with...

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2026/05/28

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two of the most mind-bending, emotionally complex works of writer-director Charlie Kaufman:🎬 Films Discussed:Anomalisa (2015)Synecdoche, New York (2008)If you're a fan of existential cinema, surrealist film, arthouse movies, or the singular creative vision of Charlie Kaufman — this is essential listening.The Wasteland Retrospective is a

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