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WR418 - Pain Don't Hurt
EGet yourself a fresh can of hairspray before this episode because filmmaker Bill Scurry (co-host of the 'I Don't Get It' podcast) is back to discuss one of the most gloriously entertaining movies ever made, 'Road House' (1989). Follow Bill Scurry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WilliamScurry Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR417 - Bill Teck's Action Hall of Fame
EFilmmaker Bill Teck (One Day Since Yesterday) returns for a deep dive into the careers of his top 10 favorite action stars. Follow Bill Teck on Twitter: https://twitter.com/billteck Watch 'One Day Since Yesterday': http://onedaysinceyesterday.com/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR416 - Ron Shelton - From Infielder to Filmmaker
EJacob Rivera returns to celebrate the films of writer-director Ron Shelton, arguably the best filmmaker ever to explore the world of sports in movies. Follow Jacob Rivera on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jratm23 Jab Hook Boxing Official Site: jabhookboxing.com Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR415 - Talking 'Doctor Who' with Ganesh Nair
EGanesh Nair (Make Mom Marvel, Clip Show) returns for a deep dive into the wildly successful 21st century relaunch of one of Britain's most beloved pop culture icons, Doctor Who. Follow Ganesh Nair on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaneshNair Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR414 - Fritz Lang Double Feature
EElana Levin (Graphic Policy Radio) joins us to celebrate two of Fritz Lang's best movies from his career in Hollywood, 'Fury' (1936) and 'The Big Heat' (1953). Follow Elana Levin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Elana_Brooklyn Follow Graphic Policy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GraphicPolicy Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR413 - S. Craig Zahler & the Return of True Grindhouse Cinema
EWe welcome back Wrong Reel co-founder Mikhail Karadimov and filmmaker Carlo Pangalangan Labrador to sink our teeth into the beautifully brutal work of S. Craig Zahler: 'Bone Tomahawk' (2015) and 'Brawl in Cell Block 99' (2017). Follow Carlo Pangalangan Labrador on Twitter: https://twitter.com/astrofischy Follow Carlo Pangalangan Labrador on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrofisch/ Follow Mikhail Karadimov on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKaradimov Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR412 - The Glories of Pre-Code Hollywood
EWe welcome Amanda (known in gaming circles as Symp4thedevil) to revel in the glories of Pre-Code Hollywood. Follow Amanda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WMassLiberty Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR411 - 'BlacKkKlansman' and the Cinema of Spike Lee
EWe welcome Adam Howard (associate producer at 'Full Frontal with Samantha Bee') to review 'BlacKkKlansman' and to discuss the career of filmmaker Spike Lee. Follow Adam Howard on Twitter: https://twitter.com/at_howard Adam Howard on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamthowardart/ 'Blackkklansman' Review for Playboy: https://www.playboy.com/read/spike-lee-blackkklansman Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR410 - The Three Dragons
EIllustrator Tony Stella returns to discuss Hong Kong's Golden Age of Action Cinema, an era where the Three Dragons (Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung & Yuen Biao) became international superstars. Follow Tony Stella on Twitter: https://twitter.com/studiotstella Official Site for Alphaville Design: https://www.alpha-ville-design.com/ Tony Stella on Tumblr: http://antoniostella.tumblr.com Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR409 - 1994...A Seminal Year in the History of Movies.
EThe notorious duo of Chico Leo (host of the upcoming Sword and Scandal Podcast) and Jeremy Workman (director of The World Before Your Feet) return to discuss 1994, a seminal year in the history of movies. Follow Chico Leo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thechicoleo Follow Jeremy Workman on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyworkman 'The World Before Your Feet' Official Site: http://theworldbeforeyourfeet.com Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR408 - Get Your Hydrogen Peroxide Ready, We're Talking 'Roar' (1981)
ES.A. Bradley (host of Hellbent for Horror) and filmmaker Bill Scurry (co-host of the 'I Don't Get It' podcast) join us to explore the existential horror and sense of total bewilderment one feels while watching 'Roar' (1981). Follow S.A. Bradley on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hellbenthorror Follow Bill Scurry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WilliamScurry Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR407 - Fast Eddie Felson
EAuthor Fred Schaefer joins us to discuss Paul Newman's classic role of "Fast Eddie" Felson featured in 'The Hustler' (1961) and 'The Color of Money' (1986). Follow Fred Schaefer: https://twitter.com/Fcsnva Shop for Books by F.C. Schaefer: https://www.amazon.com/F.C.-Schaefer/e/B01MUHK3LM/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1 Follow James Hancock: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR406 - 'Two Women' (1960)
EWe welcome Judy Cohen (from https://www.liconoscevobene.net) to discuss Vittorio De Sica's 'Two Women' (1960) starring Sophia Loren. Follow Judy Cohen: https://twitter.com/IKnewThemWell Follow James Hancock: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR405 - Comic Con 2018
EIn what is rapidly becoming an annual tradition, Becky D'Anna returns to help us break down all the major trailers, panels and announcements from this year's San Diego Comic Con. Follow Becky D'Anna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hwoodminotaur Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR404 - 20 Years of 'Blade'
EWith the 20th anniversary of 'Blade' right around the corner, we welcome Martin Kessler from Flixwise Canada to celebrate the franchise that played a crucial role in igniting the modern era of superhero movies. Follow Martin Kessler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MovieKessler Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR403 - Joseph Losey - The Blacklist, Exile and Beyond
ECole Smithey (host of La Grande Bouffe podcast) joins us to discuss Joseph Losey and how being blacklisted in Hollywood led to his successful reinvention as an international filmmaker. Follow Cole Smithey: https://twitter.com/colesmithey Cole Smithey Official Site: http://www.colesmithey.com Follow James Hancock: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR402 - Budd Boetticher and the Ranown Cycle
EBrian Saur (Rupert Pupkin Speaks, Just the Discs Podcast, & co-host of Pure Cinema Pod) joins us to discuss Budd Boetticher and his legendary Ranown Cycle ('7 Men from Now', 'The Tall T', 'Decision at Sundown', 'Buchanan Rides Alone', 'Ride Lonesome', 'Westbound' and 'Comanche Station') starring Randolph Scott. Follow Brian Saur aka Rupert Pupkin: https://twitter.com/bobfreelander Follow Just the Discs Pod: https://twitter.com/justthediscspod Follow Pure Cinema Podcast: https://twitter.com/PureCinemaPod Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR401 - Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' - 1897 vs 1992
EWe welcome back John Arminio from Comix Connection to discuss Francis Ford Coppola's 1992 adaptation of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' (1897). Follow John Arminio on Twitter: https://twitter.com/QuasarSniffer Comix Connection Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/comix.connection/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR400 - 'The 400 Blows' and the Birth of the French New Wave
EFor our landmark 400th episode, filmmaker Bill Scurry (co-host of the 'I Don't Get It' podcast) returns to discuss the origins of the French New Wave and François Truffaut's debut feature film 'The 400 Blows'. Follow Bill Scurry on Twitter Follow James Hancock on Twitter
WR399 - Dalton Trumbo Meets Metallica
EOrest Ludwig returns to discuss a variety of topics including Dalton Trumbo's movie adaptation of his novel 'Johnny Got His Gun' (1971), Metallica, the 2018 World Cup, and how to avoid chronic pain from sitting too frequently in front of a computer. Follow Orest Ludwig on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/einfachfit/ Subscribe to The Trainer Closet: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1DOaWYlNItslFvNxoYt-7w Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR398 - Westworld Season 2 Finale Roundtable Discussion
EWe welcome back Leanne Kubicz (1898-House) and Marcus Pinn (Creator of Pinnland Empire and co-host of Zebras in America) to discuss the Season 2 Finale of 'Westworld'. Follow Marcus Pinn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow Leanne Kubicz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lianemarieK Official Site for 1898-House: http://www.1898-house.com/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR397 - "Indy, Why Does the Floor Move?"
EAfter far too long an absence, we welcome back Skye Wingfield to discuss what makes Indiana Jones one of the most enduring pop culture icons of the 20th century. Subscribe to the Film '89 Podcast: https://www.film89.co.uk/category/film-89-podcast/ Follow Skye Wingfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkyeMovies Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR396 - Humiliation and Revenge in the Films of Ingmar Bergman
EOur two favorite Ingmar Bergman fanatics, Becky D'Anna and Dave Eves, return to discuss Bergman's films set in the world of theater ('Sawdust and Tinsel', 'The Magician' and 'The Rite') and how they explore physical, sexual and professional humiliation. Follow Becky D'Anna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hwoodminotaur Follow Dave Eves on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinemaVsDave Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR395 - Michael Curtiz and the Zenith of Hollywood's Golden Age
EWe welcome back Charlie Craven (100 Years of Cinema) to celebrate one of the chief architects of the Golden Age of Hollywood, Michael Curtiz. Subscribe to 100 Years of Cinema on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbM9iT_PqBCUOQdaREDAP3g Follow 100 Years of Cinema on Twitter: https://twitter.com/100yearscinema Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR394 - The Skill of Gymnastics. The Kill of Karate. Gymkata.
EFrom director Robert Clouse, who gave us 'Enter the Dragon', comes 'Gymkata' (1985), a movie not nearly as good as 'Enter the Dragon', but thankfully Brian Rule is here to help us explore its hidden charms. Subscribe to Brian Rule on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianrule Follow Brian Rule on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.r.rule Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR393 - We're On a Mission From God
EWe welcome filmmaker Bill Teck (One Day Since Yesterday) and Rob Cotto to celebrate one of the most beloved comedies of all time, 'The Blues Brothers' (1980). Follow Bill Teck on Twitter: https://twitter.com/billteck Watch 'One Day Since Yesterday': http://onedaysinceyesterday.com/ Follow Rob Cotto on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robcotto Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR392 - Belladonna of Sadness
EMartin Kessler (host of Flixwise Canada) returns to discuss Eiichi Yamamoto's recently restored animated classic 'Belladonna of Sadness' (1973). Better put the kids to bed for this one. Follow Martin Kessler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MovieKessler Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR391 - Michael Ritchie - American Director
EKevin Maher (host of Kevin Geeks Out) returns to celebrate the highs and lows of one of his favorite filmmakers, Michael Ritchie. Follow Kevin Maher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KevinGeeksOut Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR390 - 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' - Han Shot First
EJohn Holderried and Adam Rackoff return to review 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' and to discuss what it means to the past, present and future of the Star Wars franchise. Follow John Holderried: https://twitter.com/Honky275 Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax Check out Bill Plympton's short film 'Cop Dog', now available on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/movie/cop-dog/id1361763872
WR389 - Lars von Trier - A Provocateur with the Soul of Tarkovsky
EMarcus Pinn (Creator of Pinnland Empire and co-host of Zebras in America) returns to discuss the filmography of one of the most groundbreaking and controversial directors working today, Lars von Trier. Follow Marcus Pinn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR388 - Creepy Kids in Horror
EWe welcome Suzen Tekla Kruglnska (host of The Shining 2:37) to discuss some of the all-time creepiest kids in the horror genre. Follow Suzen Tekla Kruglnska on Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_Shining_237 Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR387 - Bogie & Bacall
EWe welcome back Wrong Reel's power couple, Jessica Ramos and Dave Eves, to celebrate the four films that made Bogie & Bacall the most iconic couple from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Follow Jessica Ramos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.ramos.5811 Follow Dave Eves on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinemaVsDave Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR386 - 50 Years of '2001: A Space Odyssey' & 'Filmworker'
EProducer Adam Rackoff returns to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey' and the release of the fantastic documentary 'Filmworker' which focuses on Kubrick's right-hand man, the great Leon Vitali. Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR385 - Exploring Rockabilly in 'The Loveless' & 'Scorpio Rising'
EErik Bartlam returns to discuss the key ingredients of rockabilly and how this culture is explored in 'The Loveless' (1981, co-directed by Kathryn Bigelow and Monty Montgomery) and Kenneth Anger's 'Scorpio Rising' (1963). Follow Erik Bartlam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/e_f_bartlam Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR384 - Counting Down the Best Films by Tony Scott
EJacob Rivera joins James Hancock as they count down and discuss their top 5 favorite films by director Tony Scott. Follow Jacob Rivera on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jratm23 Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR383 - David Lean and Why He's Even Better Than You Already Believe
EWe welcome Steven Saunders (co-founder and editor of Screen Mayhem and the host of 'Let's Get Stuck Into…') to celebrate the work of David Lean and the brilliant chapters of his career before he became a world famous director of epics. Follow Screen Mayhem on Twitter: https://twitter.com/screenmayhem Follow Steven Saunders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/attackonmovies_ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR382 - 'Avengers: Infinity War' Round Table Review
EFor our special round table discussion for 'Avengers: Infinity War' we welcome Fia Ramo, Ganesh Nair, and Andrew Cannizzaro. No casuals allowed. Follow Fia Ramo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/framobot Follow Andrew Cannizzaro on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajc340 Follow Ganesh Nair on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaneshNair Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR381 - Bergman & Hitch
EWe welcome back John Arminio from Comix Connection to discuss the three films by the Master of Suspense starring the great Ingrid Bergman: 'Spellbound', Notorious' & 'Under Capricorn'. Follow John Arminio on Twitter: https://twitter.com/QuasarSniffer Comix Connection Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/comix.connection/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR380 - The Rise and Fall of Martin Brest
EAndy Webb returns to discuss both the classic as well as the reviled movies that led to the rise and fall of director Martin Brest. Follow Andy Webb: https://twitter.com/Webbslinger Follow James Hancock: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR379 - A Look at 'You Were Never Really Here' with Pinnland Empire
EMarcus Pinn (Creator of Pinnland Empire and co-host of Zebras in America) joins us to review Lynne Ramsay's new film 'You Were Never Really Here' starring Joaquin Phoenix. Follow Marcus Pinn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR378 - Jamie Lee Curtis - Simply Perfect
EFilmmaker Bill Scurry (co-host of the 'I Don't Get It' podcast) returns for a deep dive into the remarkable career of Jamie Lee Curtis. Follow Bill Scurry on Twitter Follow James Hancock on Twitter
WR377 - Sword & Sorcery and Rankin & Bass
EProducer Adam Rackoff returns to discuss Rankin/Bass Animated Entertainment and their traditional cel-animated fantasy films ('The Hobbit' (1977), The Return of the King' (1980), 'The Last Unicorn' (1982) & 'The Flight of Dragons' (1982)). Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR376 - John Ford, John Ford and John Ford
EChuck R Mystery returns to celebrate the great John Ford and the many classics he made outside of the western genre. Follow Chuck R Mystery on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MysteryChuck1 Krypton Fan Podcast: http://kryptonfanpodcasts.com Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR375 - Searching for a Trace of Steven Spielberg in 'Ready Player One'
EGanesh Nair (Make Mom Marvel, Clip Show) returns to review Steven Spielberg's adaptation of 'Ready Player One' and to discuss what the film signifies about the current state of 21st century pop culture. Follow Ganesh Nair on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaneshNair Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR374 - How to Celebrate Easter and April Fool's Day the Wrong Reel Way
ELeanne Kubicz returns for a holiday double header where we celebrate both Easter and April Fools' Day with a look at Norman Jewison's 1973 adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical 'Jesus Christ Superstar' as well as the slasher film 'April Fool's Day' (1986). Follow Leanne Kubicz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lianemarieK Official Site for 1898-House: http://www.1898-house.com/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR373 - A Look Back at the Films of Stuart Rosenberg
EAdam Schartoff (the host of Filmwax Radio) returns to discuss the ups and downs in the filmography of director Stuart Rosenberg. Follow Filmwax Radio: https://twitter.com/filmwaxradio Follow Adam Schartoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/filmwaxradio Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR372 - Bill Plympton, Jackie Greene & 'The Modern Lives'
EAnimator Bill Plympton joins James Hancock and Adam Rackoff to discuss his latest projects including his collaboration with musician Jackie Greene, a series of music videos called 'The Modern Lives' making its premiere at the SVA Theatre on March 28th at 7:00 pm. 'The Modern Lives' Screening: http://svatheatre.com/events/jackie-greene-bill-plymptons-music-video-extravaganza/ Follow Bill Plympton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/plymptoons Follow Jackie Greene on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackie_greene Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR371- The Regenerative Influences of 'The Wicker Man'
EElana Levin (Graphic Policy Radio) joins us to discuss what makes 'The Wicker Man' (1973) one of the most fascinating cult classics in movie history. Follow Elana Levin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Elana_Brooklyn Follow Graphic Policy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GraphicPolicy Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR370 - Bergman '57
EBecky D'Anna and Dave Eves return to celebrate Ingmar Bergman's two landmark films from 1957, 'The Seventh Seal' and 'Wild Strawberries'. Follow Becky D'Anna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hwoodminotaur Follow Dave Eves on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinemaVsDave Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax
WR369 - A Salute to Hayao Miyazaki with Flixwise Canada
EMartin Kessler (host of Flixwise Canada) returns to discuss what makes Hayao Miyazaki one of the greatest animators who has ever lived. Follow Martin Kessler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MovieKessler Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax