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On this special episode of Cinedicate, we celebrate the Valentine's Day holiday with a female-driven revenge thriller. I am joined this time around by two Chicago podcasters: WSTR's Todd Hoffman and Simone.

From director Emerald Fennell, best known for showrunning BBC America's Killing Eve or her portrayal of Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, in the Netflix Original Series: The Crown. Emerald makes her directorial debut with Promising Young Woman.

Living a double life, Cassie (Carey Mulligan) does what she can to both get back at those who wronged her in the past and make an example of would-be-predators.

Join us as we discuss this film with it's more than relevant themes, and how it shows the dark reflection in the society we all live in.

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Welcome to another episode of Cinedicate! Aaron Houillon from WSTR: Galactic Public Access returns to talk about the hidden Rom-Com gem from, About Time.

From director and writer Richard Curtis, best known for his popular romantic comedies: Four Weddings and a Funeral, Bridget Jones' Diary, and Love Actually. Pens one last great film in his filmography, About Time.

Let's travel back to 2013 as Cinedicate watches and recommends this hidden gem from Richard Curtis. The film centers around Tim (Domhnall Gleeson) and he quickly finds out from his father (Bill Nighly) that all men in their family can travel through time. While this powerful ability is life-changing, he cannot change the world around him. He can only affect his personal timeline.

Of course, after Tim learns this ability, he wants only one thing in life, a girlfriend. After using his ability and his quirky charm, lands a date with Mary (Rachel McAdams). After falling in love, Tim soon learns that his special power cannot protect him against the struggles of life.

Whether you are a fan of romantic comedies or love time-travel stories in all their unique forms. Check out this fantastic film and be sure to listen to why we believe it should be in your watch-list!

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On this special episode of Cinedicate, the filmmaker Cam Lewis returns to talk about the latest adaptation of William Shakespeare's darkest tale, Macbeth.

Director Joel Coen revitalizes the 400-year-old Scottish play with his 2021 film, The Tragedy of Macbeth. Starring Denzel Washington as the titular role, this tale follows the Scottish Lord as he encounters a witch on his travels that tells him about his ascension to the throne. Accompanied by his wife, Lady Macbeth, their ambitions to seize the throne plunges the kingdom into turmoil.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we take a boat ride down the Vietnamese river in search of Charlie. Cam Lewis, a filmmaker and film professor at Cornerstone University, joins this week to talk about his latest feature-film When Icarus Fell. We also explore one of his favorite films, Apocalypse Now.

When Icarus Fell is an independent film that follows the storylines of different individuals that all intertwine as an ambitious politician attempts to construct a windmill that will affect the livelihood of migrant farmers.

From director Francis Ford Coppola, adapted from the novel Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad, Apocalypse Now explores the horrors of war as Captain Willard (Martin Sheen, Wall Street, Judas and The Black Messiah, and The Departed) is given an assignment to assassinate rouge army officer Colonel Kurtz (Marlon Brando, The Godfather, Superman, and A Streetcar Named Desire).

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we become another brick in the wall. Diego, Chicago graphic designer, returns to talk about the rock album turned live-action film, The Wall.

Pink Floyd's album, The Wall, was adapted into a film three years after its initial release. Pink Floyd combined the experimental visuals of animation and live-action to create a unique story that mirrored what their record stood for thematically.

Pink (Bob Geldof), a successful musician, while strung-out on drugs reflects back to his childhood in his hotel room. There he reminisces about the loss of his father in WWII and how his mother coped by becoming overbearing. Pink's trauma, both past and present, manifests in the creation of a wall around himself. Ultimately turning him into the very thing that killed his father.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we plot to cover up a murder. The talented actresses and hosts of The Cinema Chicks return to discuss, Big Little Lies.

Adapted from Laine Moriarty's novel of the same name, this story follows affluent mothers of a seaside town. Picturesque in all regards. However, under the surface in all these interwoven lives lies secrets, deception, and heartbreak.

This star-studded cast of female leads (Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, and Meryl Streep) is a must watch on HBO Max.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we sharpen our stakes and hunt down vampires and supernatural creatures of the night. Joining the discussion is a returning guest, Ali Mesenbrink the Twitch Affiliate JuiceBoxOnline.

Before Joss Whedon would ruin Justice League, his early work created a character that would define a generation of young women. Kristy Swanson was the first to take up the role of Buffy Summers in the 1992 film, Buffy The Vampire Slayer.

A typical teenage cheerleader is thrusted into a new world as she discovers she is the chosen one to defend humanity against the vampires. After initial success, Buffy would return to the small screen as a serialized TV show with Sara Michelle Gellar as the titular role.

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Welcome to another episode of Cinedicate! Ali Mesenbrink from Daddy Killers on Twitch joins to talk about Jennifer's Body.

From screenwriter Diablo Cody, best known for: Juno, Young Adult, and Tully. Writes a female-centered horror film.

Jennifer (Megan Fox) and her best friend Needy (Amanda Seyfried) are inseparable. However, after a tragic turn of events, Jennifer becomes possessed with a demon. Her desires turn from chasing boys, to devouring them. Needy must act fast to stop the carnage.

Listen now to find out why we recommend you watch this forgotten horror movie starring Megan Fox!

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we take a look at Nazi Germany through the eyes of a child, podcaster and audio-engineer Aaron Houllion returns to talk about Jojo Rabbit.

From director Taika Waititi (Thor Ragnarok), Jojo Rabbit is a satirical look at Nazi Germany through Jojo, an aspiring Hitler Youth cadet.

Witnessing the rise of Germany's new leader, Adolf Hitler, Jojo is quickly swept up in the Nationalistic fervor as he becomes a fanatic for Nazism. However, his ideology is put to the test when he discovers that his mother Rose (Scarlett Johansson) his not only assisting the German Resistance, but hiding a young Jewish girl from the Gestapo.

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On the season 2 finale of Cinedicate, we travel to the planet Arrakis in search of The Spice. Joining this week is film journalist Kyle Sanders as we discuss the latest Dune adaptation from Denis Villeneuve.

From the director of Blade Runner 2049, comes another reimagining of an older science fiction franchise. This episode is compare and contrast the 2021 film to both the 1984 counterpart created by David Lynch and the original book by Frank Herbert.

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Welcome to another Cinedicate season announcement! This episode I will be breaking down what to expect in the second season and when it will be starting! Really looking forward to all the upcoming guests and the films we will be discussing on the show. This will be the first of many, "Cinedicate State of the Unions."

Be sure to tune in next week on Tuesday, April 6th for the season premiere. See you all then! #MoreWatching

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Welcome to the season one finale of Cinedicate! Aaron Houillon from WSTR: Galactic Public Access returns to talk about a filmmaking gem, Children of Men.

From director Alfonso Cuarón, best known for: Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban, Gravity, and Roma. Creates a bleak future for humanity in this sci-fi thriller.

The world has become infertile and the human race is facing annihilation. An unlikely hero, Theo (Clive Owen) is sent to transport humanity's last hope to a group aimed to kickstart the fertility of humanity.

We conclude this season with a thought-provoking film that will both captivate your imagination and cherish overlooked aspects of life. Listen now as we recommend this great film for your watchlist.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we set off to seek honor to join the Knights of the Roundtable. Anthony Zonzo returns to discuss A24's take on an Arthurian legend, The Green Knight.

Adapted from the original text hundreds of years prior, David Lowery writes, directs, and produces A24's Epic about King Arthur's nephew and his quest to slay The Green Knight. Dev Patel portrays Gawain as he seeks honor and to have a tale worth telling before his death. This film mixes the tone of a psychological horror with the aesthetic of a dark medieval horror to fantastic results.

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On this very special episode of Cinedicate, we spend the Christmas season at the Queen's Estate as filmmaker Cam Lewis returns to discuss Spencer by Pablo Larraín.

Subverting the format of the biopic, Larraín (Jackie) paints a emotional picture of Princess Diana's (Kristen Stewart) final months in the Royal family. Struggling with his failing marriage to Prince Charles, Diana must both face her past while embracing her future.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we flip on the resonator to open our third eye. Aaron Houllion, a freelance Chicago audio engineer and host of WSTR: Galactic Public Access - A Star Wars Podcast, joins this week to talk H.P. Lovecraft's From Beyond.

From director Stuart Gordon (Re-Animator), adapted from the novella of the same name, From Beyond is a story of a sex-obsessed scientist, Dr. Pretorius (Ted Sorel) creates a machine to peer into other dimensions. After being killed by his own creation, his colleague Dr. Crawford (Jeffrey Combs) and psychiatrist Katherine McMichaels (Barbara Crampton, You're Next) attempt to uncover what happened to Pretorius while discovering the mysterious of this device, The Resonator.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we unearth an ancient secret in the Antarctic tundra. Doug Levinson, a screenplay writer, joins this week to talk about a recent horror screenplay he penned and John Carpenter’s 1982 sci-fi horror, The Thing.

John Carpenter (Halloween, Escape From New York) modernizing the sci-fi creature feature from 1951 The Thing From Another World, The Thing is a story of a remote research group that uncovers the find of the century – alien life. After contact, the alien parasite infects the crew one by one. Captain MacReady (Kurt Russell, The Hateful Eight and Marvel's The Guardians of the Galaxy) is left to protect the research group from an invisible enemy.

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On this special episode of Cinedicate, chase after the Man in Black on our quest towards the nexus of all time and space. Joey and Christian join the cinematic roundtable as we discuss Stephen King's magnum opus and its terrible film adaptation, The Dark Tower.

The Man in Black fled across the desert and The Gunslinger followed. The Dark Tower series follows Roland, the last of a long line of gunslingers, his world's version of a knight. His quest is to reach The Tower as his world, Mid-World, falls into decay around him. Stephen King over the course of seven novels combined the genres of Western, Fantasy, Science-Fiction, and Noir. In 2017, someone thought it would be a great idea to boil it all down in a 90-minute film. Listen now as we detail why this was a horrible decision.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we defend Japan against a Kaiju attack. Diego, Chicago graphic designer, returns to talk about the dark reimagining of a classic monster in Shin Godzilla.

From director Hideaki Anno (Neon Genesis Evangelion), reboots the original Godzilla film for a modern audience.

Japan must mobilize and act quickly to defend it's land from a creature from the depths of the ocean, Gojira. Or as the American government calls it, Godzilla.

What makes Godzilla a spectacular and timely story is the apparent subtext of the kaiju as an allegory for the destruction caused by nuclear weapons.

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Seasons greetings and merry Christmas! Today on Cinedicate we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year by taking a glimpse at the shadow of St. Nicholas as we dive into the 2015 film, Krampus.

From director Michael Dougherty, creates a holiday horror movie in the same vein as his Halloween film Trick or Treat. Aiming to restore respect towards the Holiday, Dougherty adapted the ancient Germanic tale of Krampus to the modern age. The film, while respecting the lore, brings to life the age old demon to bring horror into the festive season. While St. Nicholas rewards those who were good, Krampus is the force to punish children, and adults, for their misdeeds. Listen now as we discuss why this film is a must watch this Christmas season.

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The time has finally come to announce the new season of Cinedicate! Starting March 8th, season 3 will feature discussions surrounding arthouse and independent films. We will be shining the spotlight on the power of cinema within our lives.

In addition to the newest season, Cinedicate will be on Patreon starting March 8th. There you will find hours of exclusive content not available outside of Patreon. Click the link below to browse benefits and all the different tiers.

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Welcome to the premiere of season 3! The first exploration of Arthouse is the 2021 horror thriller, Lamb. To unpack this film, Anthony Zonzo returns to weigh on the movie's themes and if this was a strong opening for this particular filmmaker.

On his directorial debut, Valdimar Jóhannsson paints the picture of rural Icelandic life. However, our main characters of Maria and Ingvar find a troubling discovery in their barn – a humanoid baby lamb. Deciding to care for it as their own, they will soon be stalked by a malicious force bend on ripping their new child from their arms.

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Welcome to another episode of Cinedicate. This week's exploration into Arthouse is the 2000 thriller, Memento. To unpack this film, Joey Hunt returns to discuss why this film is not only a great film, stylistically, but also why this is a stronger film in this director's filmography.

From filmmaker Christopher Nolan, his directorial debut follows Leonard (Guy Pierce) as he is hunting down his wife's killer. However, his journey is made increasingly difficult as he suffers from a rare from of short-term memory loss. Resorting to writing down crucial pieces of information, Leonard must uncover the truth while avoiding those who will take advantage of his condition.

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On this special episode of Cinedicate, filmmaker David Weiner joins the cinematic roundtable to discuss his latest documentary, In Search of Tomorrow - The Definitive Documentary on '80s Sci-Fi.

The director behind the Horror documentaries: In Search of Darkness I & II, comes a new documentary exploring the cinema of the 1980s. This film illustrates the vast array of Science Fiction films of the decade and their cultural impact during the time and their lasting legacy.

To order your copy of the documentary, please visit 80sscifidoc.com by March 22nd. Packages include Blu-ray or DVD, 3 posters, your name in the credits, and more.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, we travel to the sun kissed beaches of Greece as we watch The Lost Daughter. To unpack this film I am accompanied by Michael Shaw, an L.A. based artist and the host of the art podcast, The Conversation.

From director Maggie Gyllenhaal, the film centers around Leda (Olivia Coleman) has she encounters a mother and daughter on her vacation that invokes the unsettling memories of her as a young mother to her children.

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This episode of Cinedicate the hosts of Re:Shoot join the cinematic roundtable to discuss the relevant themes found in Parasite. We also brainstorm ideas to reformat the Oscars to be more inclusive of international titles.

From director Bong Joon-ho, Parasite follows the low-income Kim family as they do all that they can to survive in the city of Seoul. After encountering the wealthy Park family, the Kims distort their backgrounds to fit perfectly as the caretakers of their family. However, the Kim family will soon discover that there are dark secrets underneath the surface of this picturesque family.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, Simone returns to unpack Satoshi Kon's directorial debut, Perfect Blue.

Adapted from the novel of the same name, Perfect Blue centers around a pop-singer turned actress Mima as she pursues a life of fame at the behest her her managers. However, as she goes down the path laid out in front of her, Mima slowly compromises on her morals and ends up at the edge of self-destruction.

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This episode of Cinedicate, Filmmaker Elisee Jr St Preux returns to discuss the themes embedded within Yorgos Lanthimos's 2015 film, The Lobster.

Set in the near future, The Lobster showcases a society where monogamy is not a choice, but forced upon it's citizens. David (Colin Farrell) checks into a hotel with the sole objective of finding a companion within 45 days. If he does not find a successful mate in that amount of time, he will be turned into an animal of his choice. Or even worse, hunted down.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, 1/3 of the film podcast Re:Shoot returns! Eduardo joins the cinematic roundtable to unpack a film near to his heart, the 2021 film Pig.

Set in the city of Portland, Director Michael Sarnoski tells a story of a Robin (Nicholas Cage), a hermit truffle hunter, as his beloved pig is stolen. Completely distraught, Robin must face his past as he does everything that he can to track down the kidnappers of his pet.

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I will avenge you father, I will save you mother, and I will kill you Fjölnir.

On this episode of Cinedicate, the filmmaker, and film professor, Cam Lewis returns to discuss Robert Eggers' latest film, The Northman.

Eggers' film is a modern adaptation of an ancient tale that would later inspire William Shakespeare's Hamlet. The story follows Prince Amleth as his father is betrayed by his uncle, Fjölnir. As his world comes to a destructive end, Amleth must seek vengeance on those who took everything from him.

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Wouldst thou like to live deliciously?

On this episode of Cinedicate, Emily and Madison, the talented hosts of the film podcast Reel Friends, join the cinematic roundtable to discuss the themes embedded within Robert Eggers' directorial debut, The Witch.

In 1600s New England, a family is banished from their society and forced to survive in the wilderness. However, little do they know, that the forces of darkness are encroaching on their new home.

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He lost a brother. She lost a friend. They found each other.

On this episode of Cinedicate, the director and writer of the independent film Meeting Boone joins the cinematic roundtable to discuss her latest feature film. Join us as Paige B. Alston unpacks the deep Biblical themes embedded within her drama as two unlikely individuals find love.

Laila, a local youth pastor, grieving the death of her father is faced with the stark reality that her best friend was killed. During this season of mourning, she encounters a mysterious older man, Boone. However, his criminal past will soon catch up with him.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, Hector and Ruthie, co-hosts of the film podcast Re:Shoot, return to discuss Francis Ford Coppola's The Conversation and why this film is more relevant than ever before.

Surveillance expert Harry is reeling from his past as he is trailing a young couple as his latest assignment. Remembering his past mistakes, Harry is wondering if this couple is in grave danger.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, 1/2 of the film podcast Cinebabble drop in to discuss an indie film near to their hearts, Prospect. Join us as podcaster Ken details why this film is a hidden gem that illustrates an interesting world for both the characters and the viewers.

From directing duo Zeek Earl and Chris Caldwell, Prospect details a world where humanity is mining nearby celestial bodies for minerals. Specifcally, these miners are seeking out precious resources from an alien moon. Damon and his daughter Cee are held captive as a group of outlaws intercept them to steal their precious cargo. However, the outlaw Ezra (Pedro Pascal) will soon realize that he will need his captives in order to survive in the wilderness.

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On this season finale of Cinedicate, a group of cinephiles gather around the roundtable to discuss Seth Ickerman's directorial feature debut, Blood Machines, featuring the music of Carpenter Brut.

Join us as Aaron, Diego, and Josh unpack the themes embedded within this film, as well as the visual treat of the genre of synthwave. The film Blood Machines centers around a group of space truckers as they stumble across a miracle in the cosmos, a sentient manifestation of a rogue artificial intelligence.

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Welcome to a special announcement episode of Cinedicate. As mentioned before, season 3 and 4 were going to be sister seasons. Both exploring independent films, but two sides of the same coin. One season exploring the elevated arthouse genre and the other diving into the underworld of grindhouse theater. Season 4 will be all about the horror, action, and b-rated films of the 1970s till today.

Also, starting next week with season's new episodes, I will be releasing the extended episodes of season 1's hidden gem films every Thursday for a limited time. Multiple releases in the week, get ready and spend more time watching!

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Welcome to the season premiere of Cinedicate. This season we are taking a trip to the Grindhouse Theater to take a peek into the exotic world of independent film. This week, I am accompanied by fellow podcaster Hector from Re:Shoot to watch the 2011 film, Drive Angry.

Listen to us make fun of Nicolas Cage as an off-brand, White-Trash version, of Ghostrider as he breaks out of Hell to seek revenge on a doomsday cult for killing his family. All while joining forces with the southern belle, Amber Heard as they evade law enforcement and a demon simply known as The Accountant. We are definitely making this film sound a lot cooler than it really is. Join us as we redeem our tickets to the Grindhouse.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, we take a look back at the first episode of Cinedicate with Aaron and I's discussion on Tom Holland's Fright Night from 1985. Join us with this uninterrupted full length discussion of Fright Night.

In this film, Charley Brewster (William Ragsdale) is a high-schooler and a horror-film obsessive. All is going well until a new neighbor moves in next door, Jerry Dandridge (Chris Sarandon). Charlie then becomes convinced that his neighbor Jerry...is a vampire. After unsuccessfully trying to inform all his friends and family of the threat, Brewster attempts to find help in a washed-up television vampire killer Peter Vincent (Roddy McDowall).

For some this is a cult classic, and for many this will be their first time with the Fright Night.

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On this episode of Cinedicate, the hosts of Grindhouse Girls, Katie and Britney join as we watch the original Dawn of the Dead by the zombie king George Romero.

Listen as we discuss what got us into the genre and what led us towards a fascination with zombie films with a little bit of nerding out about MCR. Dawn of the Dead is a sequel to Night of the Living Dead that takes place primarily in a mall setting. While being more than a "attack-on-base" film, Dawn of the Dead comments on America's consumer indulgence in a satirical way. As the hoards of the undead descend upon the mall, the living are also drawn towards it's allure. Join us as we redeem our tickets to the Grindhouse.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, we take a look back at the second episode of Cinedicate with guest Simone Salis discussing on The Truman Show. Listen now for this full-length discussion on Jim Carrey's greatest film.

In this film, Truman (Jim Carrey) and his entire life is a TV set. From the visionary Christof (Ed Harris), through hidden-cameras records and broadcasts Truman's life for the world to see. However, recent events made Truman realize that his reality is not what he believes it to be.

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On this very special episode of Cinedicate, we don our proton packs as photographer Peter Casa joins to discuss Ghostbusters: Afterlife by Jason Reitman.

Taking a page out of Stranger Things' playbook, Jason Reitman takes up the Ghostbusters mantle from his father, Ivan Reitman, and takes the series in a radically different direction. Downplaying the comedic nature of the franchise and ramping up the paranormal threat, breathed new life into a dying movie property. Ultimately this was a love-letter not only to Ghostbusters, but to the late Harold Ramis.

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MAIN EPISODE: Welcome to another episode of Cinedicate as we explore the Grindhouse genre. Joining this week is the wonderfully talented Ali as we sit down to unpack Dario Argento's Suspiria from 1977.

Listen now as we discuss this bizarre dream-like film that indulges our senses with color and music as we follow a young beautiful ballerina as she, unbeknownst to her, stumbles upon a coven of witches. We also dive into the lore of witches and propose that this film actually isn't about witchcraft, but actually is a tale of vampires. Perhaps Dario Argento got his facts a little mixed up. Given the female-driven storyline, we also process the overturn of Roe v. Wade by the United States Supreme Court.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, we take a look back at the third episode of Cinedicate with the talented designer, Diego. Today we are taking a look back at Nicole Kidman's leading debut in Gus Van Sant's To Die For as she plays a femme fatale.

In this film, Suzanne Stone (Kidman) is the weather girl in her small-town community, but she dreams of being famous. However, she feels that her working-class husband (Matt Dillon) is holding her back, so she then conspires to have him murdered. In order to carry out her dark desires, she then enlists the help of a local high-schooler Jimmy (Joaquin Phoenix). Will this plan go off without a hitch or will her husband's family have suspicions?

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MAIN EPISODE: On this episode of Cinedicate, we gather around the cinematic roundtable to discuss Jordan Peele's latest film, Nope. Join us as we continue from where we left off with Jordan Peele's director spotlight episode as screenwriter Doug Levinson and Chicago podcaster Aaron Houillon return to dive into the themes embedded within this film.

Listen as we unravel the mystery of Jordan Peele's Nope from the craft itself to the intentions of all the characters involved. The further we jump down the rabbit hole of Nope, we then analyze how the director breaks the fourth wall with the indulgence of spectacle. Peele is nothing short of a genius with his work and Nope is certainly his latest great.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, we take a look back at George Lucas' directorial debut and the director's view of science fiction before Star Wars. To explore this dystopian nightmare is Anthony, a local cinephile and avid A24 connoisseur. In this film, it is a bleak outlook on not only the future, but also the reflection of America's problematic response to the threat of Communism within it's own citizens. Join us as we look through the window into a truly alien civilization with THX 1138 from 1971.

In the distant future and in a different world, humanity lives in a megastructure far below the surface of the planet. Freedom is restricted by means of mandatory medication that control emotions. But when THX 1138 (Robert Duvall) and LUH 3417 (Maggie McOmie) stop taking their state-sponsored medication, they wake up to the horror of their existence and also fall in love with each other. With love being outlawed, THX and LUH begin their escape from their world into the unknown.

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MAIN EPISODE: On this episode of Cinedicate, we take a look back at the film that started the Mad Max Franchise, Mad Max. Joining the cinematic roundtable are the hosts of the horror podcast, Shaken Not Scared.

Listen now as guests Vivi and Erick unpack the first Mad Max film and explain how it stacks up against the latest installment, Fury Road. In stark contrast to Fury Road, the world of Mad Max is still intact, however outlaw bikers roam the land as society begins to crumble. In the not too distant future, an oil crisis has made gasoline a rare commodity and crime is at an all-time-high. In response to the rise in crime, larger than life vigilantes rise up in response to preserve Truth and Justice. One of those characters would end up being, Mad Max.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, we take an extensive look into Owen Wilson's first, and probably last, action role in his career. Joining me is Josh, a freelance historian and avid movie watcher. He gives not only his hot take on Owen Wilson's acting choices, but also insights into the Yugoslavian Civil War of the late '90s depicted in today's film, Behind Enemy Lines.

From director John Moore, most notably known for A Good Day to Die Hard and The Omen remake. Moore begins his directorial career with an action film in the middle of the Yugoslavian conflict. Lt Chris Burnett (Owen Wilson) flies off his designated route and gets shot down over Serbian territory. With enemy forces trying to hunt him down, Burnett's commander (Gene Hackman) sends in a rescue team to find him.

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MAIN EPISODE: This week, Bloody Disgusting's Horror Queers hosts, Joe and Trace, join to weigh in on the grittiest slasher flick of the 1980s, Maniac.

Listen now as we discuss the first film to capitalize on the slasher craze paved by John Carpenter's Halloween. Taking place in New York City, reminiscent of the Son of Sam serial killer, Frank Zito targets women, specifically sex workers, to be the victims of his deep-rooted anger. This unnerving film dives into the psyche of an unhinged and toxic individual. It is not an easy watch, but the film attempts to say something, rather than be a film with interesting gore special effects.

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B-SIDE: On this Extra Reel, we have a close encounter of the third kind as freelance photographer Peter Casa joins to unpack one of his favorite films, Arrival. This episode was originally recorded for season 2, but fell through the cracks of time and is now a Thursday Bonus episode!

I hope you enjoy this detailed look into Arrival's themes of encountering life beyond our world, but also how we perceive time itself. While the film has the aesthetic of an alien invasion plot, just beneath the surface is a storyline that asks the viewer, if you knew how your life would end up, would you change it? Listen now as we attempt to tackle that sentiment.

From director Denis Villeneuve and adapted from Ted Chiang's novella Story of Your Life, the plot centers around Louise Banks (Amy Adams), a professor of Linguistics. Her life is quickly upended as she is recruited and tasked by the United States Military to decipher and decode an alien language as 12 starships land all across the Earth.

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MAIN EPISODE: This week filmmaker Christopher Fox joins to showcase his directorial debut Rub, set to hit theaters later this year. We also sit down and discuss one of the major influences for his feature film, the 1993 drama Falling Down, starring Michael Douglas.

Listen now as we discuss one of Michael Douglas' best performances in Falling Down. A film that illustrates a man driven to the edge by a society that has seemingly forgetting about him. A mundane day stuck in gridlock traffic in L.A. sparks William, a.k.a. D-Fens, on a pathway of destruction. This character archetype is then manifested in Christopher Fox's film Rub with the character of Neal. A man who is down on his luck, both in his career and his love-life. Driven to the edge, Neal must chooses a path of destruction as he is placed in extraordinary circumstances.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, we take a look back at Richard Curtis' final film as a director with the 2013 romantic comedy, About Time.

Listen now as Aaron of WSTR: Galactic Public Access joins to discuss Richard Curtis, best known for his popular romantic comedies: Four Weddings and a Funeral, Bridget Jones' Diary, and Love Actually. Pens one last great film in his filmography, About Time.

The film centers around Tim (Domhnall Gleeson) and he quickly finds out from his father (Bill Nighly) that all men in their family can travel through time. While this powerful ability is life-changing, he cannot change the world around him. He can only affect his personal timeline. Of course, after Tim learns this ability, he wants only one thing in life, a girlfriend. After using his ability and his quirky charm, lands a date with Mary (Rachel McAdams). After falling in love, Tim soon learns that his special power cannot protect him against the struggles of life.

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MAIN EPISODE: It's a triple feature movie marathon as Diego returns to the cinematic roundtable to discuss Robert Rodriguez's film trilogy, The Mexico Trilogy.

Listen as we discuss the films: El Mariachi, Desperado, and Once Upon a Time in Mexico. A story surrounding a musician who falling into the wrong circumstances as the cartel of Mexico is hunting down a man who also matches the Mariachi's description: a man dressed in black and white. The story unravels from there as it becomes personal as El Mariachi loses the people close to him.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, Simone joins the roundtable to discuss one of the film's that influenced him, Network.

From director Sidney Lumet, best known for: 12 Angry Men, Murder on the Orient Express, and The Wiz. Creates a dystopian world where truth comes second to opinion, Network. In this black comedy, anchorman Howard Beale (Peter Finch), after learning he is losing his job, proclaims on live television that he is going to commit suicide live on-air. This then in turn creates an unprecedented ratings boost for the news network. Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway), an eager producer capitalizes on this to disastrous effects.

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MAIN EPISODE: This week, the talented hosts of the film comedy podcast, First Prize Films join the cinematic roundtable to unpack RoboCop from 1987.

Join us as Blake and Dave unpack the all too relevant themes embedded in Paul Verhoeven's dark satire. Set in the near future, Detroit is overrun with crime and in this version of America, corporations fund and arm the police with high-tech weapons. Taking advantage of a fallen officer, Murphy, they transform the remnants of his body to construct a super soldier, RoboCop. This walking tank is designed to suppress criminals and uphold the rule of law, but what does that mean to the humanity of the city and more importantly, the man inside the metal suit.

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INTERVIEW: On this Extra Reel, Director Julius Ritter and Deborah herself, Diana Malota join the cinematic roundtable to discuss their feature film What Did Deborah Do? soon to be released.

Join us as we unpack the heavy subject matter of a dysfunctional relationship as two screenwriters find themselves surviving a union that is falling apart. Picking up immediately after her release from the hospital, Deborah attempts to make amends after her violent encounter with her ex. All while us the viewer is trying to piece together what did Deborah do exactly to land her in a psychiatric hospital.

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MAIN EPISODE: The talented photographer Peter Casa returns to Cinedicate with another sci-fi film, Prey. This film is the latest entry in the Predator Franchise that takes an unexpected turn as the film does not depict modern soldiers fighting the alien threat, but a Native America tribe, specifically a huntress.

Listen now as Peter unpacks how this film is a breath of fresh air in storytelling as it breaks the mold of what Predator films could be like. We follow a female huntress, Naru, as she embarks on her rites of passage to become part of the hunting party of her tribe. Set in 1719, this film is set in the Great Plains of America and the film sets the stage and presents to the audience, what would happen if an advanced alien hunter crossed paths with humans centuries ago.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, Todd of WSTR: Galactic Public Access joins to talk about Christopher Nolan's overlooked masterpiece, The Prestige from 2006.

Join us as we explore the gritty underground of the magical world as we follow two dueling magicians after a freak accident that left one of their spouses dead on stage. Years later, one man will go to the ends of the earth to uncover the secrets of our physical world with the help of an eccentric scientist, Tesla.

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MAIN EPISODE: Film professor and filmmaker Cam Lewis returns to Cinedicate to discuss The Blob franchise. From the campy 1958 massive hit to the wonderfully executed remake 30 years later, we spend the next episode blobbin' it up with their surprisingly deep themes of inter-generational respect and distrust towards the Government.

The Blob films center around a crashed extra-terrestrial element that harbored an all consuming entity that can never be stopped and worse of all, will never stop growing. This ever hungry monster is the backdrop to the drama that is found on screen as both films depict two very different responses from two very different generations. Listen now as we unpack how the 1950s America would react to an alien threat vs the 1980s.

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B-SIDE: On this Extra Reel, we take a look at an extra episode from Season 2's Exploration into Adapted Materials. Film enthusiast Joey comes onto Cinedicate to unpack the heavy themes presented in Philip K Dick's Electric Dreams episode, Kill All Others.

Set in Chicago in an alternate reality where Canada, The United States, and Mexico joined forces to create a superstate, MexUsCan; we follow Philbert's everyday life in the city. All is well with his routine of hologram entertainment and working quality assessing electronics until hearing rhetoric from the latest solo presidential candidate. While critiquing her problematic speech, Philbert's life changes for the worse as he becomes the latest target in the political movement to "Kill All Others."

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, film enthusiast Ali joins the discussion with a hidden gem featuring Megan Fox from 2009, Jennifer's Body.

From screenwriter Diablo Cody, best known for Juno, pens an exciting female-centered horror film. Jennifer (Megan Fox) and her best friend Needy (Amanda Seyfried) are inseparable, however, after a tragic turn of events at a rock show, Jennifer becomes possessed with a demon as she fell victim to a failed human sacrifice at The Devil's Kettle. Her desires turn from chasing boys, to devouring them. Her best friend Needy must act fast to stop the carnage before she kills her entire high school.

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MAIN EPISODE: On the Grindhouse Season Finale, we take a look at Robert Rodriguez's film, From Dusk Till Dawn. Gathering around the roundtable is Chicago podcaster Aaron Houillon with WSTR: Galactic Public Access, the screenwriter and Twitch streamer Doug, and the talented designer Diego. Listen to us as we drive into the lore that Rodriguez set up with his best friend Quentin Tarantino...and we talk about feet, of course.

The film canters around the Gecko Brothers as they come to the tail end of their crime spree as they attempt to evade Law Enforcement and the FBI by crossing the Mexico border. Seth (George Clooney) is the mastermind of the group while we placates and supports his psychotic brother Richard (Quentin Tarantino). As they make their way to the rendezvous point just South of the border, the brothers will begin to find out that this bar, The Titty Twister will harbor a dark force beyond their wildest imaginations.

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EXTENDED EPISODE: On this Extra Reel, Aaron, host of WSTR: Galactic Public Access, returns to discuss one of the best films made in the last 20 years, Children of Men.

From director Alfonso Cuarón, best known for: Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban, Gravity, and Roma. Creates a bleak future for humanity in this sci-fi thriller.

The world has become infertile and the human race is facing annihilation. An unlikely hero, Theo (Clive Owen) is sent to transport humanity's last hope to a group aimed to kickstart the fertility of humanity.

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SPECIAL: Welcome to the start of the Halloween season! To kick off the spooky season Aaron of WSTRmedia joins this week to discuss not not only one of his favorite films, but one of the greatest films of all time - The Silence of the Lambs.

As Clarice approaches her graduation at the FBI Training Academy, she is given a task to meet with a imprisoned serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lector. In doing so, Clarice plunges into the underworld to use Lector's insights and information to catch a current serial killer - Buffalo Bill as he captures and skins women in The South.

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SPECIAL: Welcome to another special episode of Cinedicate as we countdown to Halloween! This week Aaron of WSTRmedia returns, along with Peter Casa to discuss the original Hellraiser film and the 2022 remake.

Both films center around ordinary individuals as they encounter the fantastical. However, the beings they face will want nothing but pain and pleasure intertwined. Join us as we unpack the remake and his heavy doses of sadistic lore dumped upon a new audience to meet Pinhead for the first time. We also discuss the '80s infatuation with BDSM and how the original Pinhead was definitely a 'Leather Daddy.'

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SPECIAL: Welcome to another special episode of Cinedicate as make inch ever closer to Halloween. This week, Peter Casa returns to talk about one of his favorite film franchises, Saw.

Join us as we traverse the nine released films in the Saw Saga. Starting with the one that not only started the film series, but defined an entire decade of horror films, Saw by James Wan. The premise of these films centers around a serial killer, John Kramer, also known as Jigsaw. Each film he kidnaps individuals who have either wronged him in some capacity or people he deemed to not to be appreciative of their lives. Placing them into a deadly version of an escape room. John watches his captives solve puzzles as their very lives' depend on it.

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SPECIAL: Welcome to another special episode of Cinedicate as we countdown to Halloween. This week, the hosts of the Grindhouse Girls Podcast return to discuss the film that sets out to deconstruct the horror genre as we know it. Today, we are talking about the 2012 film, The Cabin in the Woods.

Join us as we fuel up our RV and take a trip to our uncle's old creepy cabin with our closest friends. The film centers around a group of characters that you would find in a typical '80s slasher flick: a jock, a stoner, an intellect, the promiscuous one, and of course the final girl. Little does this group know that they are walking into a specially designed trap dating back thousands of years to be the sacrificial lambs to keep the "Ancient Ones" satisfied. However, things don't go as smoothly as planned for all parties involved. So let's hit the purge button and see what horrors await us in The Cabin in the Woods.

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WE'RE FINALLY DOING IT!!! On our Spooptober 2022 finale, we're joined by Cinedicate host Armand Haddad as we discuss the John Carpenter's HALLOWEEN (1978). We'll also be discussing our theories on the recent release HALLOWEEN ENDS.

Stay spoopy ya'll!

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On this Swapcast, I join the talented hosts of the Grindhouse Girls podcast to discuss and talk about one of my favorite Horror films, Halloween from director John Carpenter. Grindhouse Girls feature Britney and Katie, longtime friends that explore the films of a more strange, scary, and spoopy nature. You can find all about their show and their social links at https://www.grindhousegirlspod.com/ and if you want to keep up with them and all the films that they cover, give them a follow on Instagram @grindhousegirlspod.

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SPECIAL: Welcome to another special episode of Cinedicate as we close November and start the festive season. This week, Peter returns to unpack another beloved film series, National Treasure, starring Nicholas Cage.

Join us as we dive into the secret societies that formed America and that also left clues to a hidden buried treasure in the heart of America. Riches accumilated since before the formation of the Knights Templar, the secret order of the Freemasons along with America's Founding Fathers have acquired the treasure and hide it away for generations. It is up to Historian and Treasure Hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates, yes that's the character's real name, to find the treasure. To begin his journey, he must first steal the Declaration of Independence.

Listen as Peter and Armand not only dive into the two theatrical films, but also theorize what the third film will be all about, along with the upcoming series on Disney+. All while treading the conspiracies sprinkled throughout these outrageous films. Armand also discusses his encounter with Freemasonry and divulges how weird this frat of old men are.

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SWAPCAST - This week we are doing an #ImperialInspection on Legends character, #KyleKatarn. WSTR co-founder, Armand Haddad of Cinedicate is our guest. We discuss the importance of Kyle and the influence he has on the new canon. We also talk about Eye of the Webbish Bog monster showing up in comics, every canceled Star Wars Disney project that hasn't seen the light of day, all the fun stuff you can bring home for the Holidays in Week 5 and so much more. Buckle, up baby...

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On this Swapcast, I join the talented hosts of WSTR: Galactic Public Access to dive into Star Wars from the '90s, before the Prequels and before the Sequels from Disney. Specifically we walk through the Dark Forces / Jedi Knight video games and the character of Kyle Katarn. WSTR feature Aaron, Todd, Carla, and Heather as they cover the latest and greatest when it comes to the Star Wars Universe. You can find out all about their show and their social links at http://www.wstrmedia.com and if you want to dive into more Star Wars content, give them a follow on Instagram @wstrmedia.

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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Welcome to episode 100 of Cinedicate as well as the Christmas Special to end out the year. I am joined by WSTRmedia's Aaron and the talented Ali once again. Join us as we dive into the holiday cheer as we discuss the latest entry into the Christmas movie lexicon, Violent Night.

As a team of hired guns raid and take hostage an affluent, and dysfunctional, family, they are not prepare for the not so silent night in front of them. Caught in the crossfire, jolly 'ol Saint Nick has to not only survive Christmas, but also save the family held captive by the bandits.

We dive into how well this film holds up to it's competition, namely Fat Man starring Mel Gibson. As well as go down the rabbit hole with various Christmas themed tangents. Listen now to join in on the Christmas cheer!

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Welcome to The Cinedicate! Armand and Pete return along with Pete's brother Nick to talk about James Cameron's latest installment in the Avatar series, The Way of Water. Join us as we take a look back at watching the first film in theaters and how it stacks up to the sequel.

After 13 years since the release of the first film, Avatar is back in theaters with a new chapter of Jake Sully's life on Pandora. Jake Sully is still waging a war against the "Sky People," the Humans pillaging the lands of Pandora from the first film. While on the run from the organization he bested, Jake must take his family to a new region of the planet, with Na'vi we have never seen before.

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Welcome to another episode of The Cinedicate. This week director Cam Lewis stop by to discuss his latest short film, Scones. Alongside Cam, actress Sam Reddy also joins in the conversation to unpack her leading role as Julie.

Listen now as we talk about the production behind the film as well as the themes presented in this film. The story follows Julie as she spirals after encountering a "quarter-life crisis." During this time, her headstrong co-worker Rose convinces her that her resolution lies in opening up a bakery. However, what unfolds next only plummets her into turmoil.

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Welcome to another episode of The Cinedicate. This week film podcaster Ruthie from ReShoot stops in to talk about Atomic Blonde and makes a case that this spy thriller is better than the James Bond Franchise.

Listen now as we discuss why Charlize Theron needs to take up more action roles and why this film is the perfect encapsulation of how to set a film in the 1980s. We also get into why this film never spawned a sequel despite being a commercial success. Only to find out that Netflix owns the rights to the film and that it is only a matter of time before we get a lackluster sequel to this awesome movie.

Atomic Blonde centers around Lorraine, an undercover spy, in the heart of Berlin as the Berlin Wall is about to fall. Not only does she have to maneuver around East and West Berlin, but she is trying to retrieve a dossier that has the identities of all spies across the world.

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Today on The Cinedicate, Hector from ReShoot and Carla of WSTR join the roundtable to discuss why Everything Everywhere All At Once is the best incarnation of what a multiverse film can be.

Join us as we unpack the themes at the core of the film that harken back to the nihilist German play 'Faust' by Goethe with the Mephistophelian bargain. We also discuss when you peel back the fantastical sc-fi wrapper, the core story is a story that we can all relate to.

Everything Everywhere All At Once follows Evelyn, a woman who is being audited by the IRS for her fledgling laundromat business encounters the truth that her universe is in a long list of parallel universes. Unfortunately, all universes hang in the balance as a powerful force also crosses Evelyn's path and she is the only one that can stop it.

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This week on The Cinedicate, Josh, a 3D artist, returns to talk about a recent film starring Nicholas Cage with the backdrop of Cosmic Horror. Listen now as we discuss why Color Out of Space is the best representation of H.P. Lovecraft's work on film so far.

This episode we get into why Lovecraft resonates with so many people in the Horror community and why Josh specifically has an affinity towards the genre. We also unpack how and why the Lovecraft Universe survived and outgrew H.P. Lovecraft's checkered past. All while raising our glass and tipping our hat to Nic Cage for another unforgettable performance.

The Color Out of Space showcases a family who sought to live a peaceful life outside of the city is quickly disrupted as a celestial object crashes into their front lawn. Soon after it's impact, the land around their home begins to transform and eventually they themselves begin to transform into a technicolor nightmare of unimaginable horror.

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On this episode of The Cinedicate, cinephiles, genre lovers, and fans of David Lynch sit down to discuss arguably Lynch's best works - Mulholland Drive.

Gathered around the cinematic roundtable, we dive deep into what makes this film the archetypical David Lynch film along with it's cultural impact. We also attempt to decipher what this film is all about from the more conventional theories to the more outlandish takes on the film.

Mulholland Drive is a dream-like film that centers around a beautiful dark-haired actress who survives a car crash and becomes an amnesiac. After stumbling across Los Angeles famous landmarks like Sunset Blvd, she comes across Betty. A Midwestern women who is trying to make a big break in Hollywood. As their relationship continues, not is all that it seems as the truth becomes apparent to both the characters and the viewer.

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This week on The Cinedicate, returning guests Aaron of WSTR and horror screenwriter Doug Levinson return to unpack the deeply emotional miniseries, Midnight Mass by the master of Horror, Mike Flanagan.

As referenced in the beginning of the Jordan Peele director spotlight episode a couple years prior, we finally sit down at the cinematic roundtable to discuss the themes surrounding Mike Flanagan's magnum opus. From death and grief, to community and isolation, this series is a deep meditation that asks the viewer to look inward on their own beliefs.

Midnight Mass takes place in a small remote island town of Crockett. There the once bustling fishing community has been dwindling and dying over the decades. However, recent events breathed new life into the quiet town as a new priest arrives. Miracles surround the Catholic church on the island as it's congregation become healed from their aliments. Unbeknownst to the people of Crockett Island, a dark force begins to take hold on them.

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This week, Todd of WSTR: Galactic Public Access returns to discuss one of the most heartful action films of the 1980s, Rambo: First Blood.

On this episode we take a look back at the film that would spark an entire trend of films that spanned more than a decade, the '80s Action Genre. In addition, we also dive into the deep themes of the film that have to do with returning veterans and that toll war has on a soldier. Out of all the Rambo films that have been created so far, this picture, that was written by Stallone himself, would be considered Oscar worthy if it was released today.

First Blood centers on John Rambo, a Vietnam veteran and Green Beret returning to America from active duty. Due to the trauma left on him from the conflict, John has trouble fitting into a society that looks down on him because of his service. He then becomes a drifter looking for his old squad-mates to reconnect. However, on his travels, John crosses paths with a bigoted cop that would later initiate a manhunt to capture Rambo.

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Today on The Cinedicate, Christian, a Classic Hollywood cinephile, and Lucas, an avid Deutschephile, join the roundtable to discuss the original Academy Award winner for Best Picture and it's 2022 remake, All Quiet On The Western Front.

This episode we compare and contrast the 1930 film to the 2022 remake both in story execution and cinematography. A heated debate ensues as we unpack which film upholds the poignant message of the original novel and whether or not the inclusion of the German High Command subplot in the remake added or subtracted from the plot. We also sprinkle in German history lessons all along the way.

All Quiet On The Western Front is experienced through the perspective of young German recruits to the Imperial Army during World War 1. Primarily through the perspective of Paul, we are brought to the trenches and the ideas of romanticism of warfare is quickly dissipated as his friends and comrades are torn apart before his eyes.

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Coming in hot from opening weekend, Scream super fans Peter and Kameron join in to share their thoughts on the latest entry in the Scream Franchise. Join us as we breakdown the first film both without Neve Campbell and outside of California, Scream 6.

On this episode of The Cinedicate, we share our first reactions to Scream officially becoming a franchise and growing beyond their legacy characters to great success. We also theorize how the rest of the series could unfold with thoughts regarding the newly green-lit Scream 7.

Scream 6 picks up one year later from the Ghostface killings in Woodsboro as the survivors of that massacre attempt to start fresh in college in New York City. However, Sam and Tara once again are faced with ghosts from the past, literally and figuratively.

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Imported straight from Japanese cinema, Kaiju and Tokusatsu expert Diego returns along with self-professed cinephile Mike to discuss Hideaki Anno's latest film in his cinematic universe, Shin Ultraman.

On this episode of The Cinedicate, we gather to unpack the Japanese figure of Ultraman and how he represents hope in their culture. Since this film is also the second installment of a series, following Shin Godzilla, we also compare and tone of hope to the previous film's darker tone. We also explain why this film is a direct reaction to the COVID pandemic of 2020.

Shin Ultraman depicts Japan as the last line of defense against an oncoming invasion of creatures from the depths of our planet, Kaiju. As the world turns it's back against the island nation, a silver clad entity arrives from space to help the Japanese and the world against these forces of nature.

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This week on The Cinedicate, Batman superfan and DC expert Joey joins the roundtable with genre-lover CJ to talk about the latest Batman incarnation in The Batman.

On this episode of The Cinedicate, we not only gush about Robert Pattinson, we unpack perhaps the most grounded Batman and superhero film to date. This is the most cinematic take of the Caped Crusader that strips away most of the fantastical and leaves what makes the character resonate so well. We also theorize what the next installment will feature in Part 2.

The Batman takes place in modern-day Chicago Gotham as Batman is two-years into his experiment as a vigilante in his corrupt city. As a serial killer that goes by the name Riddler, Batman must work alongside the City's Commissioner to solve the clues left behind to reveal the identity of the killer.

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Looking for a movie that offers a fresh twist on the pretentious dining experience? Look no further than The Menu. This dark comedy follows the story of Margot Mills, a woman who finds herself at the dinner of a lifetime with a group of foodies. However, as the night unfolds, Margot realizes that something sinister is happening at Hawthorne, and she must take matters into her own hands if she wants to make it out alive.

In this podcast, Madison and Emily of Reel Friends join in to take a closer look at The Menu. Exploring its unique approach to the genre and discussing why it's a film that's not to be missed!

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This week, Singer/Songwriter HODJE discuses how the first season of The White Lotus inspired her latest single, Make Me The Villain. We also unpack the themes presented in both seasons of the show and look forward to the show's third season.

How would you behave in a luxury all-inclusive resort? The White Lotus explores this question with its diverse cast of privileged characters. The show takes an unapologetic look at the selfishness and recklessness of the characters, who are out of touch with reality. Despite their unlikable nature, you cannot help but be invested in the story. This podcast will discuss the setting, the characters, and why The White Lotus is a must-watch show.

This luxurious lifestyle is highlighted perfectly by the setting of the show - an all-inclusive resort that is super expensive to go to. Therefore, it's no surprise that 90% of the people visiting are affluent. Mike White has tapped into something truly interesting by choosing this setting.

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Triangle of Sadness is a film that satirizes affluent culture and influencers on a super-yacht. While peering into these luxurious lives, the story also brings to light the paradoxical contrast between rich and poor. In this episode of The Cinedicate, we will discuss the movie's plot, it's symbolism, and it's mixed reviews. Additionally, we will compare it to other films that tackle the same subject matter. So, let's get lost in the Triangle of Sadness.

The movie starts with two annoying characters, Yaya and Carl, who set the tone for what's to come. The audience is introduced to the phrase triangle of sadness, which becomes a recurring theme throughout the film. The film is all about equality and the contrast between wealth and poverty. The film takes the audience on a roller coaster ride and brings out different sides of human nature. While some people are content to live off the wealth and power they have obtained, others believe in equality and doing what's right, even if it means going against the norm. The film is highly symbolical and brings to light important issues that need to be addressed today.

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American Psycho is a film that has sparked countless debates and discussions over the years. One of the most popular topics is whether or not the entire movie is just in the main character's imagination. However, as this podcast will explore, the "imagination theory" doesn't change the heart of the story. Instead, the film serves as a commentary on the vapidness of corporate America and the predatory nature of those in the financial industry. Through its surreal framework, American Psycho delivers a message about the culture of self-absorption and the consequences of ignoring the bigger picture. Join us as the hosts of First Prize Films weigh in on not only these topics, but also the legacy of this film.

The film mocks the superficiality of its characters by showing how their approach to life is all surface level. Their business cards, suits, drugs, and even their mental states are interchangeable. This stylized approach adds to the surrealist feel of the movie. It is as if the characters are part of a dream-like world, where nothing is quite as it seems. Listen now as we unpack this and more with American Psycho.

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The art of film critique goes beyond mere reviews on Rotten Tomatoes or IMDb. It involves the analysis and evaluation of films as an art form, taking into account every aspect of filmmaking. Film critics play a crucial role in the industry, providing a voice and guiding viewers towards quality cinema. In this podcast, Kyle Sanders, film journalist at Chirp Radio, returns with Brad Morgan, author and literary podcaster, take a closer look at some influential film critics and their impact on the industry. This includes Pauline Kael, Roger Ebert, and Gene Siskel. We'll also discuss the importance of film critique and its influence on filmmaking. Finally, we'll take a peek at Quentin Tarantino's upcoming final film, which explores the life of a film critic and promises to be a well-informed outlook on the subject.

Listen in as Kyle and Brad discuss film criticism as still a developing art form, but has come a long way since the early days of silent film when it was seen as nothing more than entertainment. Today, film criticism has its own language and theories, and it's an essential aspect of film as an art form.

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The Legend of Billie Jean is a 1985 film that tells the story of a young woman who becomes an outlaw after a series of unfortunate events. While originally seen as a comic book movie with a kickass soundtrack, the film has become even more relevant in modern times due to its portrayal of social media and public perception. This podcast explores the film's strong female lead, Billie Jean, and her transformation into a symbol of standing up for what's right. It also touches upon the film's representation of fatherlessness, showing that even in the absence of a father figure, one can still find strength and rise above their circumstances.

As Billie Jean went on the run, a legend formed around her. She became a symbol of standing up to people and doing what's right, someone people wished they could be like. Her story was inspiring, especially to a younger audience.

Join us as the hosts of Podcasting After Dark and Two Dollar Late Fee unpack this hidden gem from the 1980s.

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The world of cinema has seen many innovations in its short history, from the birth of sound to the rise of CGI. But behind every great film is a story of the creative process, and the struggles filmmakers face to bring their vision to the screen. In this podcast, we explore a few different aspects of filmmaking and film history, from the innovations of director Orson Welles to the impact of the Hayes Code on the industry. Join us as Mike and Diego return to also take a closer look at the importance of the director's cut and whether classic films like Touch of Evil can still be enjoyed in contemporary times.

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The Touch of Evil is a classic film noir that tells the story of a corrupt cop, Hank Quinlan, who plants evidence to frame innocent suspects. The movie is directed by Orson Welles, who also stars as Quinlan, and is known for its stunning opening shot, which is a three-minute long tracking shot that sets up the premise of the movie.

The film has a lot of themes and subplots that explore power, corruption, and justice. The conversation on The Cinedicate centers around the movie's cinematography, genre, and storytelling. Mike, an avid cinephile, explains how he got into film noir and was interested in finding a unique take on the genre. He was fascinated with how film noir built its own ecosystem and found films like The Touch of Evil and The Third Man innovative in their approach to the genre.

Diego, the genre lover, had never seen an Orson Welles movie before and was impressed with how well Welles portrayed a corrupt cop. The conversation goes on to discuss the movie's other themes and characters, including its portrayal of minorities and female characters. The podcast hosts encourage listeners to watch the movie, dive into its themes, and appreciate the storytelling techniques employed by Welles.

Overall, The Touch of Evil is a classic film that has influenced many other directors and movies and is still relevant today in its exploration of power and corruption. The podcast conversation does a great job of highlighting the movie's strengths and encourages listeners to watch it and appreciate its innovations.

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The word "Beetlejuice" has become almost synonymous with the horror genre, much like how saying "Candyman" three times would invite the titular character. It's a fan-favorite classic that's been around for decades and has definitely influenced numerous horror movies since. Joining this episode is Rainier, the creative mind behind Horror4Kids, a horror account dedicated to highlighting the art of showcasing the genre of horror to a younger audience. Beetlejuice perfectly fits into the category of being kid-friendly horror with an edge.

The movie provided an excellent balance of horror and comedy that was geared towards younger audiences, but still enjoyable for adults. It brought out spooky themes and was the kid version of Candyman that even kids could handle, thus inching the horror genre towards what it is today. With today's technology, it would be great to see a sequel or a remake of Beetlejuice, something that's more mind-blowing and electrifying. We're hoping to witness the possibility of snakes in Saturn, something that would undoubtedly make a superb addition to the movie's legacy.

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Video game adaptations have a bad reputation in the entertainment industry with multiple box office bombs and many critical flops. However, The Last of Us is being hailed as one of the first successful video game to TV/movie adaptations. What makes this adaptation different from the rest? In this podcast, we will explore how staying loyal to the source material, world-building, and respecting the source material can make or break a video game adaptation. Joining this episode are podcaster Aaron of WSTR and screenwriter Doug Levinson.

The showrunners made it a top priority to stay true to the original game while also adding their own twists and turns to engage fans. Additionally, world-building is an essential aspect of storytelling that can help to create an immersive narrative, and the importance of source material is crucial to creating a successful adaptation. Conversely, poor handling of source material can lead to disrespectful and ridiculous final products that turn fans off. Overall, it's important for filmmakers to care about the source material and do it justice when creating adaptations.

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The Evil Dead franchise is a unique blend of horror and comedy that has captured the hearts of horror fans worldwide. The core elements of the franchise include the Necronomicon, chainsaws, shotguns, and evil spirits. Mixing horror and comedy is essential to making an Evil Dead movie, as it provides the necessary balance between tension and release. In this podcast, we explore different angles and themes that the franchise could explore to expand its world, take creative risks, and engage a wider audience. Whether it's by exploring motherhood and grief, combining film noir with Lovecraftian horror, or building a fully fleshed-out world, the Evil Dead franchise has the potential to become even more successful.

It's not just about expanding the world, but expanding it in successful layers until it becomes a fully fleshed out world like John Wick. The first movie was a simple and direct story, and by the fourth, they built an entire world with an organization. Similarly, they could use the time travel element from Army of Darkness to hop from different places and time periods. It's clear that Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell have taken a step back, but whoever takes over creatively needs to take risks and build a world that keeps the audience engaged.

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Point Break 1991 is a classic action movie that tells the story of an FBI agent named Johnny Utah who goes undercover to investigate a series of bank robberies committed by local surfers. With well-developed characters and expertly choreographed action scenes, this movie keeps you hooked from beginning to end. However, in 2015, a remake of this classic movie was released, and it failed to honor the original's spirit. This podcast explores the differences between the two movies, the importance of sincerity in film remakes, the lack of character development, and the significance of the filmmaker's intent in creating successful movie franchises.

When it comes to remakes, it's important to remember that sincerity is key. This means that the film should wear its heart on its sleeve and tell the story it wants to tell without holding back. The original Point Break is a great example of this. Despite its silly premise, it tells the story earnestly and wants the audience to believe in it. This sincerity is what makes the film enjoyable to watch and unforgettable.

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Happy anniversary, GGP friends and fam! We're joined by previous guests and fellow horror enthusiasts Jake, Armand, and Dalton as we have a round table discussion about the newest installment in the EVIL DEAD franchise: EVIL DEAD RISES.

Stay spoopy ya'll!

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On this Swapcast, I join the talented hosts of the Grindhouse Girls podcast along with a couple of their friends to celebrate their podcasting anniversary! We will be discussing the latest installment in the Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead Rise. All while talking about how we all discovered Evil Dead.

Grindhouse Girls feature Britney and Katie, longtime friends that explore the films of a more strange, scary, and spoopy nature. You can find all about their show and their social links at https://www.grindhousegirlspod.com/ and if you want to keep up with them and all the films that they cover, give them a follow on Instagram @grindhousegirlspod.

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Movies have the power to transport us to new worlds and captivate us with their stories. However, not all movies are created equal, and sometimes we leave the theater feeling disappointed and underwhelmed. In this podcast, we'll explore the importance of storytelling and direction in films, using examples from a recent release that left audience members feeling dissatisfied. From the lack of tension in the dinosaur scenes to the downgrading emotional stakes and story design, we'll delve into what makes a good movie and why storytelling and direction are crucial components. So buckle up and get ready to dive into the world of movies and what makes them succeed or fail.

Despite being frequently bad, 65 overall is a fun movie to watch. The film's concept of a human stranded on Earth 65 million years ago surviving against dinosaurs captivated our interest. We also unpack the theme of the Ancient Astronaut Theory in detail during this episode. So, buckle up listeners as we dive into Sony's RedBox quality movie they placed in theaters, 65.

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Lord of the Rings is a cinematic masterpiece that has captured the hearts of millions of movie-goers and book lovers alike. The film has been adapted from the iconic novel of the same name, written by J.R.R. Tolkien. The film and book series depict an epic battle of good versus evil set in a fictional world known as Middle Earth. But what makes Lord of the Rings stand out from other fantasy films or books is the way it makes you believe that Middle Earth is a real place—a place that exists outside of the story being told. A world that is more than just the setting for the characters' adventures.

The decision to split The Hobbit into three films feels like it was made solely for monetary gain rather than to serve the narrative. Other franchises like Harry Potter and Twilight did the same thing, but it doesn't work for The Hobbit. The result is that the entire product suffers when it could have worked just as well as a single film. Fans of the book were disappointed to see non-existent characters making appearances in the trilogy, and those who hadn't read the book found the plotlines convoluted and confusing. In short, the decision to make three movies out of The Hobbit was a mistake.

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In this documentary, This Place Rules, Andrew Callahan immerses himself in fringe cultures and communities, seeking to understand and humanize their stories. From rap festivals in Utah to the birthplace of drill rap in Chicago, Callahan's unconventional journalism brings us into worlds we may not otherwise experience. His approach challenges our preconceived notions and sheds light on the complexities of these communities. Join us as we explore Andrew Callahan's unique approach to journalism and the fascinating fringe cultures he uncovers.

This podcast will also explore the QAnon conspiracy theory movement, the relationship between Christian fascism and white supremacy, the co-opting of religion for sociopolitical movements, the influence of Alex Jones and the role of social media in fueling conspiracy theories, and the importance of critical thinking and fact-checking. It emphasizes the need for diverse perspectives and acknowledges that people's opinions and beliefs can change over time.

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This week we take a look back at the Hellraiser roundtable discussion where we compare the 1987 original Hellraiser and the 2022 remake, highlighting their respective storylines and themes. Hellraiser 1987 takes us on a twisted love story intertwined with supernatural elements, while Hellraiser 2022 immerses us in a dark and mysterious contemporary party. Both versions offer their own take on Pinhead and the Cenobites, capturing the essence of the Hellraiser story.

In the 1980s, Pinhead was a British dude with pins in his head. While his appearance was certainly unique, his character didn't strike fear into my heart. Maybe it was the voice that just sounded too masculine and normal. It lacked that eerie distortion that I expect from a horror character. Plus, let's be honest, I've known people who look like that guy in real life.

But fast forward to the modern day Pinhead, and it's a whole different story. The design is more horror chic, and it genuinely terrifies me. The new Pinhead looks alien, otherworldly. I appreciate that they moved away from the fully BDSM style and embraced a more androgynous aesthetic. In this new portrayal, Pinhead is genuinely creepy as fuck, and that's exactly what I want from this character. It's a refreshing take and a departure from the original, but in a good way.

Whether you're a long-time fan of Hellraiser or new to the franchise, our podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of the original and remake, Pinhead's character evolution, and the importance of trans representation in film and television. Join us as we navigate the dark and twisted world of Hellraiser and delve into the depths of its impact and legacy.

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