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Preshow TIFF 2025 | It's the Pictures 20204 Sep 202500:21:13

Max shares some news ahead of TIFF 2025. Listen to some of the first reviews out of Telluride and Venice. 

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2025 Fall Movie Preview | It's the Pictures 20119 Aug 202501:12:59

Max and Evan discuss the Fall Movie season, mentioning some of their most anticipated films for the rest of 2025. A lot of emphasis is on films playing at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and the Venice Film Festival. Stay tuned afterward for thoughts on Weapons and The Luckiest Man in America. 

Max

  • It Was Just An Accident 
  • No Other Choice
  • Frankenstein
  • Sentimental Value
  • Hamnet
  • The Wizard of the Kremlin

 

Evan

  • Dust Bunny
  • John Candy: I Like Me
  • Jay Kelly
  • Wake Up Dead Man
  • Rental Family
  • House of Dynamite

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192: Summer Movie Game 202516 Apr 202501:13:51

Max and Evan make their selections for the summer movie game 2025. Come listen to their picks for the movies likely to earn the most box office dollars domestically in the summer, as well as getting a preview of what you might want to see. There's also a discussion on the Cannes Film Festival selections, Stunt Category at the Oscars, Minecraft Chicken Jockey, a whole lot more. Stay tuned after the feature for some thoughts on Andor Season One and new movie Drop. 

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111: Summer Movie Preview 202125 Apr 202101:19:13

John and Max are here to make Oscar predictions and a Summer movie preview. Who would've thought those two things would happen at the same time! 

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110: Almodovar Loves Women with Oluwatayo Adewole07 Apr 202101:06:10
John and Max are joined this week by guest Oluwatayo Adewole (@naijaprince21) to discuss the films of Pedro Almodovar. First, they talk about the big Knives Out deal for Netflix. Then, they dive into Almodovar's world. 

Featured:

Pedro Almodovar

Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, All About My Mother, Volver, Pain + Glory, Law of Desire, Talk to Her 

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109: Simply the Best29 Mar 202101:04:28

John and Max are back with another episode this time delving into a range of topics from the NCAA March Madness to Oscar Nominees. A lot of ground is covered even if they didn't have an outline this week! 

Topics: NCAA, Jessica Walter, Black Widow, Oscar Nominees

John: Zack Snyder's Justice League

Max: Tina

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SXSW 2021: Dispatch 325 Mar 202100:16:32

The final dispatch from the SXSW 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include Fruits of Labor, Tom Petty: Somewhere You Feel Free, The Spine of Night, The Sparks Brothers.

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SXSW 2021: Dispatch 222 Mar 202100:15:02

The second dispatch from the SXSW 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include Ninjababy, Language Lessons, and Recovery.

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SXSW 2021: Dispatch 117 Mar 202100:21:11

The first dispatch from the SXSW 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil and Broadcast Signal Intrusion. 

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108: You say Soderbergh, I say Soderbergh with Danny Bowes13 Mar 202101:28:29
John and Max are joined by Danny Bowes (@bybowes) to discuss the filmography of Steven Soderbergh. First they discuss a new channel on The Criterion Channel streaming service and then they dive into the works of one the most fascinating directors over the last three decades. 

Steven Soderbergh:

Episode 36: Logan Lucky, Episode 66: High Flying Bird, Episode 94: Erin Brockovich and Traffic

Max: Sex, Lies, Videotape , The Limey

John: Out of Sight, Contagion

Danny: The Limey, The Underneath

 

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Special Opening: Jonathan Groff on David Fincher (https://twitter.com/christiansbale/status/1358841860584783879?s=20)

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107: The Best of 202026 Feb 202101:17:42

John and Max list their favorite movies of 2020. Although the list comes later in 2021, all the movies mentioned in the podcast are now available streaming. They also discuss some of their favorite movie endings and review Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry.

Feature:

The Best Movies of 2020

What We've Been Watching

Max: Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry

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106: Running away with David Fincher with Roxana Hadadi11 Feb 202101:21:47
John and Max are joined by pop culture writer Roxana Hadadi  @roxana_hadadi (RogerEbert, Vulture, Polygon) to discuss the movies of David Fincher. Most notably his movies from 2007 onwards. But before then they discuss the recent passing of  iconic actors (Christopher Plummer, Cicely Tyson, Hal Holbrook, Cloris Leachman). Then they talk about some of the crazy nominations happening at the Globes and SAGs. 

David Fincher:

Fight Club (episode 80)

Social Network (episode 83)

Mank (episode 103)

Benjamin Button, Zodiac, Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Gone Girl

What We've Been Watching

John: The Little Things

Roxana: Minari

Max: Judas and the Black Messiah

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Special Opening: Jonathan Groff on David Fincher (https://twitter.com/christiansbale/status/1358841860584783879?s=20)

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Sundance 2021: Final and Awards04 Feb 202100:14:04

The final dispatch from the Sundance 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include Marvelous and the Black Hole, Land, Mayday, My Name is Pauli Murray, and Kings of Zaatari.

Also included are some of the big winners of the festival! 

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191: Hayao Miyazaki Traveling Through the Sky02 Apr 202501:17:34

Max and Evan discuss director Hayao Miyazaki's early period from Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind to Princess Mononoke. They also discuss the Avengers: Doomsday chairs, Live-action Legend of Zelda, Studio Ghibli vs A.I. and a whole lot more. 

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Sundance 2021: Day 3 and 403 Feb 202100:14:16

The third dispatch from the Sundance 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include Wild Indian, Passing, A Glitch in the Matrix, and In the Same Breath.

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Sundance 2021: Day 2 and 302 Feb 202100:17:44

The second dispatch from the Sundance 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include In the Earth, Strawberry Mansion, Playing with Sharks, Flee, and Ailey.

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Sundance 2021: Day 1 and 230 Jan 202100:19:05

The first dispatch from the Sundance 2021 film festival is here! The films reviewed include CODA, Summer of Soul, One for the Road, Cryptozoo, and How it Ends. 

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Sundance 2021 Preview26 Jan 202100:22:50

Max is here with a preview of the Sundance 2021 Film Festival. Included are ten films recommended to watch during the fest and how to get the experience of Sundance in your home this year. If you would like the text version of this episode, check out:

Sundance Preview

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105: Most Anticipated Movies of 202120 Jan 202101:21:47

John and Max discuss their most anticpated movies of 2021. It looks a little different this year because many of their picks haven't been released yet! They also discuss the Netflix 2021 slate, the Russell Crowe tweet, and a whole lot more. 

Feature

2021 Preview

Max

 Action: No Time to Die, M:I 7

 Sci-fi: The Eternals, The Matrix 4

 Comedy: Everything Everywhere All at Once, Next Goal Wins

 Prestige: Three Thousand Years of Longing, Nightmare Alley

 Wild Card: The Northman, Triangle of Sadness, Don't Worry Darling

 Most Anticipated: The Green Knight, Dune, Candyman

 

John

 Action: Mission: Impossible 7 (Eternals, No Time to Die)

 Sci-fi: Bigbug (Matrix 4)

 Comedy: Don't Look Up (The French Dispatch, The Eyes of Tammy Faye)

 Prestige: Blonde (The United States vs Billie Holliday)

 Wild Card: Annette (The Card Counter)

 Most Anticipated: Three Thousand Years of Longing

What We've Been Watching

John: News of the World

Max: Taste of Cherry

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104: Good Riddance 202030 Dec 202001:05:43

John and Max discuss a little bit of everything this episode. Discussion on Fantasy Football, Hot Stove Baseball, Christmas gifts, and more. But you come here for movies right? We have those too with discussions on Nomadland and Wonder Woman 1984. Hoping for a great 2021 for everyone. 

What We've Been Watching

Max: The Beastmaster

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103: Mank! Mank! MANK!10 Dec 202001:05:35

John and Max discuss Citizen Kane and Mank. They aren't the first podcast to do this and we certainly won't be the last. Hope you enjoy this conversation on the two movies. They also discuss the HBO Max deal and talk about some recent and upcoming movies. 

What We've Been Watching

Max: Another Round, The Father (New release date: End of February)

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102: 007 Sean Connery24 Nov 202001:25:04

John and Max cover the Sean Connery era of James Bond films. Before they get there they talk about the Wonder Woman 1984 news. Then, the featured discussion. Finally, John and Max cover some films they've been watching including The American President, The Twentieth Century, and Mank.

007:

Dr. No, From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, Diamonds are Forever. 

What We've Been Watching

Max: The Twentieth Century, Mank

John: The American President

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101: the one where they watch requested movies04 Nov 202001:12:44

John and Max cover some long awaited blind spots. Before that they talk about the late Sean Connery and all of his fantastic movies. Also, did you know that No Time To Die could've been sold to streaming services? Finally, John and Max talk about Spirited Away and Reds. 

What We've Been Watching

Max: Minari, Let Him Go

John: Trial of Chicago 7, Borat 2, Robocop

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Bonus: "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" and "Synchronic" Review23 Oct 202000:15:07
Bonus Review Time! This time the Amazon Prime release Borat Subsequent Moviefilm gets reviewed. Also being reviewed is the theatrical release, Synchronic.    Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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190: Feeling the Heat With Michael Mann's Filmography25 Mar 202501:35:15

Max and Evan discuss director Michael Mann's filmography. They cover some of his great movies up to Collateral. Stay tuned afterwards for What We've Been Watching for some thoughts on Secret Mall Apartment, Novacaine, and Severance Season 2. 

Movies covered: Thief, The Last of Mohicans, Heat, The Insider, Collateral

"Don't let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner."

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100: We're the kings of the world!15 Oct 202002:28:30

John and Max are celebrating episode 100. We did it! To celebrate we've recorded our longest episode ever. Before they get into the festivities, they review some new releases such as The Trial of the Chicago 7, On the Rocks, and Totally Under Control. Then, John and Max go through 100 questions about the podcast, movies, the Philadelphia Eagles and a whole lot more. 

Thank you to our listeners and guests. You've helped make this podcast a joy for 100+ episodes strong. Thank you Titanic for this week's title. 

What We've Been Watching

Max: The Trial of the Chicago 7, On the Rocks, Totally Under Control

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Nightstream Part 3 - Black Bear, Festival Wrap-Up13 Oct 202000:13:12

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible. 

Included here is a review of Black Bear (dir. Lawrence Michael Levine) December 4th, 2020. (Available until 10.14 on Nightstream)

(https://nightstream.org/)

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Nightstream Part 2 - Run, Frank & Zed, Leap of Faith12 Oct 202000:09:45

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible. 

Included here is reviews of:

Run (dir. Aneesh Chaganty) Hulu November 20, Frank & Zed (dir. Jesse Blanchard), Leap of Faith (dir. Alexandre O. Philippe) Shudder November 19

(https://nightstream.org/)

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Nightstream Part 1 - Lapsis, Dinner in America, Bleed with me12 Oct 202000:06:24

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible. 

Included here is capsule reviews of:

Lapsis (dir.Noah Hutton), Dinner in America (dir. Adam Rehmeier), Bleed with Me (dir. Amelia Moses)

(https://nightstream.org/)

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Nightstream Film Festival Preview30 Sep 202000:16:37

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible. 

Included here is a preview of Max's most anticipated films of the festival. Badges are available now. (https://nightstream.org/)

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099: Where we attempt a Fall Movie Preview23 Sep 202001:17:52

John and Max are attempting to do a Fall Preview. Attempting because 2020 has been unlike any other year. They start with some highlights from the Emmy awards, and then they talk about the buzzed about films from Venice and Toronto film festivals. Included are discussions of Nomadland, One Night in Miami, The Father, and No Time to Die. Please VOTE.

What We've Been Watching

Max: Time, Kajillionaire

John: Waking Ned Devine

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Bonus: 'Challenger: The Final Flight', 'David Byrne's American Utopia', and 'The Way I See It' Reviews16 Sep 202000:21:18
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098: The Mind of Charlie Kaufman12 Sep 202001:06:29

John and Max are back with another director themed episode. This time they will be talking about writer/director Charlie Kaufman. Some highlighted films include Adaptation., Synecdoche New York, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

What We've Been Watching

Max: Mulan, Tenet

John: I Wanna Hold Your Hand, Used Cars

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Bonus: 'Class Action Park', 'Bill & Ted: Face the Music', and 'I'm Thinking of Ending Things' Review02 Sep 202000:21:10
Bonus Review Time! This time the HBO MAX documentary, Class Action Park, Bill and Ted: Face the Music, and I'm Thinking of Ending Things.      Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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097: Summer Movies for a lost summer28 Aug 202001:14:05

John is back and the two hosts are joined this week by guest Jared Gores (@jgoresy). Max, John, and Jared talk about the war between critics, capitalism, and the pandemic. How dumb is it that movie theaters are opening? Then, they take turns talking about some of their favorite or relevant Summer movies. Since we didn't really have a Summer movie season, why don't you take in some of these suggestions!

John: X-Men Series

Max: Inception and Raiders of the Lost Arc

Jared: Miami Vice and Y Tu Mamá También

 

What We've Been Watching

Max: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure

Jared: Marie Antoinette 

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189: 2025 Oscars Recap and Bong Joon-ho Filmography04 Mar 202501:28:22

Max and Evan discuss the results of the 2025 Oscars ceremony and look at director Bong Joon-ho's movies ahead of the release of Mickey 17. Lots of stuff to cover this episode including some actors who've recently passed away, a new book titled 'Cinema Her Way', the Oscars, and more. 

Stay tuned afterwards for What We've Been Watching for some thoughts on September 5th and Hoosiers. 

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Bonus: 'Train to Busan' and 'Train to Busan Presents: Peninsula'21 Aug 202000:16:14
Max has another bonus review, this time the Korean horror film, 'Train to Busan' and its new sequel, 'Train to Busan Presents: Peninsula.'     Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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Bonus: 'Boys State', 'An American Pickle', and 'Lovecraft Country' Reviews15 Aug 202000:20:12
Max has another bonus review, this time the new Apple TV+ documentary, Boys State gets reviewed. Also reviews for the HBO/HBO MAX 'An American Pickle' and 'Lovecraft Country'.   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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096: Meryl Streep and are movies changing forever?13 Aug 202001:26:46

This week Max and guest Charlie Nash (@ctnash91) are talking about the legend, Meryl Streep. But first, they have a lot of news to cover including the new partnership between AMC Theaters and Universal Pictures, as well as, Mulan moving from theaters to Disney +. Then they go deep on two Meryl Streep films, The Bridges of Madison County and Doubt. Finally, Max reviews the new doc Starting at Zero, and Charlie gives his thoughts on She Dies Tomorrow. 

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Bonus: 'Summerland' and 'She Dies Tomorrow' Reviews31 Jul 202000:11:28
Max has another bonus review, this time the new IFC Films release Summerland and new Neon picture, She Dies Tomorrow   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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095: Steve McQueen (The Actor)29 Jul 202001:06:29

This week John and Max are exploring the filmography of Steve McQueen (the actor). But first, they pay respects to Olivia De Havilland and Regis Philbin. Then, they talk about some classic films by Steve McQueen. Finally, there are some reviews for movies Yes, God, Yes,  But I'm a Cheerleader, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, and Apple TV+ The Morning Show.

*apologies for the bad audio from Max. Will check that for next show*

What We've Been Watching: Max: Yes, God, Yes, But I'm a Cheerleader
John: Charlie's Angels Full Throttle, The Morning Show     Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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Bonus: 'First Cow', 'The Beach House', 'Relic' Reviews09 Jul 202000:14:11
Max has another bonus review segment this week. First, is the latest from A24, Kelly Reichardt's First Cow. Second, a new horror film that has just made its debut on Shudder, The Beach House. Finally, IFC Films has a new VOD with Relic. A crazy week for new releases.    Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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094: Year in Review 200008 Jul 202001:06:39

This week John and Max remember the year 2000 and many of the films of that year celebrating their 20th anniversary. What was your favorite movie from 2000? Also included are some recent headlines in the world of film and a review of the new Hulu film, Palm Springs. 

The Year 2000

Max: Almost Famous, Erin Brockovich, Gladiator

John: Traffic, What Lies Beneath, Charlie's Angels, MI:2, Perfect Storm

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Bonus: 'Irresistible' and 'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga' Review29 Jun 202000:09:46
Max has another bonus review, this time the new John Stewart film, 'Irresistible', and the new Netflix film, 'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga'   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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093: Spike Lee and Da 5 Bloods17 Jun 202001:14:38

"I think it is very important that films make people look at what they've forgotten." - Spike Lee

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This week John and Max are reviewing selections in the filmography of Spike Lee. But first, they address the ongoing unrest in America and the BLM movement and how you can help. Then, they talk about the new dates for the Academy Awards and provide their thoughts on the big move. Finally, they cover some of the films of Spike Lee, including his new feature Da 5 Bloods.

Films featured: Crooklyn, Bamboozled, 25th Hour, Inside Man

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Bonus: 'The King of Staten Island' Review14 Jun 202000:10:11
Max has another bonus review, this time the new comedy from director Judd Apatow, The King of Staten Island. The King of Staten Island is now available as a PVOD purchase from streaming services.    Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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188: An Appreciation of Director Joan Micklin Silver19 Feb 202501:10:07

Max and Evan discuss the films of director Joan Micklin Silver. Featurued in a new section on the Criterion Channel that highlights her films, Silver was one of the few woman directors making features in the 70s and 80s. Before that conversation beings, Max and Evan talk about the latest trends in the award season. 

Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on The Gorge, SNL50, and Demolition Man. 

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092: Alfred Hitchcock Gems01 Jun 202001:18:38

John and Max have started a new project during the quarantine. This week they are reviewing selections in the filmography of Alfred Hitchcock. Also included is a small review of HBO Max, news on Tenet and Disney +, and even a new Scorsese movie! 

Next time we will be highlighting works by Director Spike Lee. 

What We've Been Watching: Max: The High Note, The Last Dance John: Sweetie    Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com

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Bonus: 'The Painter and the Thief' Review21 May 202000:04:59

Max had one more review for the episode, but the idea was to keep it closer to the release of the film. 'The Painter and the Thief' launches on May 22nd on VOD from Neon. 

091: Essential Akira Kurosawa14 May 202001:09:32

John and Max have started a new project during the quarantine. We will be looking at the filmography of different actors/directors and this week is Akira Kurosawa. We also have thoughts on AMC vs. Universal Studios and the latest VOD releases. 

Next time we will be highlighting works by Director Alfred Hitchcock. [Rear Window, Foreign Correspondent, North by Northwest, Notorious] 

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Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1

Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778 

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