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Hosts Steve Cimino and Andrew Johnson return to the In Reel Deep podcast to go deep on Christopher Nolan’s latest, an epic adaptation of The Odyssey. Just like the story in the film itself, Andrew and Steve go on a meandering journey to dissect the themes brought forth by Nolan, position this work among his many others, and talk about the implications his success has for the film industry as a whole, with Hollywood enjoying its best financial year in quite some time. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

Now that Paramount, not Netflix, has won the bidding for Warner Bros. Discovery, what does it mean for the future of the movies? And why did the company behind recent hits like Sinners, One Battle After Another, Minecraft, Wuthering Heights, and more insist on being sold? Join us as we discuss the horrors of late capitalism and what the slow decline--but not death--of the theatrical experience might mean for film buffs everywhere. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

A few days ago, we kept our tradition and unveiled our favorite movies of the past year. Now it’s time to pick our absolute favorite of 2025, and with the commercial success and critical acclaim of the likes of One Battle After Another and Sinners, it’s no simple task. Thankfully, we’ve got more than a decade worth of experience doing this and we basked in a bunch of great movies all the live long year. Find out which topped our list and along the way enjoy a deep, serpentine discussion about the cinema that stood out and left an impression. Timeline 00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings01:23 Reflecting on the Year in Movies09:54 Favorite Beverages and Listener Shoutouts13:39 Diving into the Best Movies of the Year14:01 Unexpected Movie Highlights28:24 Breaking Down Cynicism in French New Wave Cinema29:32 Exploring Unconventional Films and Performances30:10 Debating the Merits of After the Hunt and Bugonia37:45 The Polarizing Life of Chuck and Its Unique Appeal40:49 Celebrating Genuine and Earnest Storytelling42:29 Top Four Films of the Year: An Overview59:42 Leo’s Versatility and Performance in One Battle After Another01:01:59 The Propulsive Nature of One Battle After Another01:03:50 Sean Penn’s Unbelievable Performance01:05:17 Benicio Del Toro vs. Sean Penn: Best Supporting Actor Debate01:10:34 Ryan Coogler’s Sinners: A Box Office Hit01:18:12 Michael B. Jordan’s Dual Role and Performance01:27:55 The Joy of Cinema and Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

We're back once again to discuss the top movies of 2024! From buzzy films like Anora and Challengers to low-key gems like My Old Ass and Red Rooms, plus big-budget masterpieces like Dune Part Two, it's a top-to-bottom recap of another fine year at the cinema. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

We're back to discuss the top movies of 2023! Oppenheimer, Anatomy of a Fall, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, or The Holdovers: Which film was our pick for the best of the year? We're also talking Barbie, Napoleon, Beau Is Afraid, and the sudden (and exciting) downturn of the MCU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

We're back, again! Just ahead of the Oscars, Andrew and Steve return to discuss their top 10 films of 2022. What will be their no. 1? Will Lydia Tár dominate the charts, or is Elvis back from the dead and ready to win gold? What about Decision to Leave, Park Chan-wook's romantic cop thriller? And don't forget Avatar: The Way of Water and Top Gun: Maverick! Join us as we discuss dozens of the hit movies from last year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

We're back! Now that the 2022 Oscars and The Slap are history, we thought there was no better time to reanimate the In Reel Deep Podcast and highlight our own choices for the finest films of 2021. Join us as we discuss the state of cinema now that theaters have reopened and go through our top 10 lists to choose a movie of the year. The Power of the Dog, The Last Duel, West Side Story: Which one will be No. 1? The only way to find out is to listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

Bacurau. Da 5 Bloods. Mank. First Cow. Which of those four 2020 releases was the finest film of the year? As has become tradition on the In Reel Deep Podcast, we gather to discuss our recent best of 2020 list and choose a favorite from the year that was. Also, we share a big announcement concerning the future of the podcast and of InReelDeep.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

We're wrapping up our 2020 journey through Christmas movies with a bang: It's a Wonderful Life, the 1946 masterpiece that's both a holiday classic and an all-time wonderful film. In a slight twist for our December episodes, we get in real (reel) deep and speculate about director Frank Capra's message, star Jimmy Stewart's acting prowess, and whether a light Christmas touch makes for better films overall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

What exactly is a "British Christmas zombie musical film"? Why, Anna and the Apocalypse, of course! This little-seen 2017 genre mash-up is next on our journey through December-centric movies; is it a new holiday classic, or just a weird, fun departure from the usual Christmas fare? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

It's a Christmas classic that came out in 1983, lovingly depicted 1940s pre-war holiday magic, and as of 2020 still airs for 24 hours straight in late December. It's A Christmas Story, and it's as good as you remember. We discuss which member of the Parker family is the MVP, our top 5 favorite scenes, and how this movie somehow defies being remade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

I've heard of one Vanessa Hudgens, even two Vanessa Hudgenses, but THREE Vanessa Hudgenses?! That's the premise of The Princess Switch: Switched Again, the 2020 sequel to the possibly beloved Netflix movie about...princesses who switch. The original was certainly a Christmas movie; what about this one? Does it feel you with holiday cheer, or is it yet another cash-grab mess that lazily equates Christmas with love? Join us and find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

It's the holiday season! And we're back to talk holly jolly Christmas movies. Our December to Remember guru Sam Johnson returns as well to assign us several options for this month of wintry mayhem; some are classics and some, well, are nightmares. What are the flicks we'll be enjoying during this Covid Christmas? You've got to listen to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

For our very special 100th episode, there was only one film we wanted to cover: Orson Welles' Citizen Kane. Widely regarded as the best movie ever made, Kane is a masterpiece, and timelier than ever in the era of President Donald Trump. We break down its origins, its impact, and why Welles' work stands the test of time when so many other movies from that era do not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

We've reached the end of our journey through the selected filmography of Tom Hanks: 2019's A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, also known as The Mr. Rogers Movie. It's Tom's first true supporting role in quite a while, and it earned him an Oscar nomination for his trouble. What does this film's success mean for the future of Hanks? And what was our favorite Tom film to revisit? Join us for a podcasting farewell to America's last great movie star. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club