The Holy Moment Podcast

SEASON 6 EPISODE 8 (ZODIAC | Most Chilling Crime Movie Ever) What happens when an unsolved serial killer case meets the most meticulous director in Hollywood? You get David Fincher’s 2007 psychological thriller, Zodiac . In this episode, we’re stepping into the obsessive, paper-strewn world of the San Francisco Chronicle to break down why this procedural masterpiece is widely considered one of the...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 7 (After Hours | A Yuppie Nightmare) Today, we're discussing Martin Scorsese's idiosyncratic dark comedy, After Hours! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die on, noticed something we missed, or want to suggest a movie, reach out to us at theh...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 6 (KUNG FU HUSTLE | Action Comedy At Its Peak ) What happens when you mix classic Wuxia martial arts, Looney Tunes cartoon physics, and top-tier slapstick comedy? You get Stephen Chow’s 2012 masterpiece, Kung Fu Hustle . In this episode, we’re stepping into Pig Sty Alley to break down why this low-budget-feeling, genre-bending cult classic remains a high-water mark for martial art...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 5 (BIG FISH | The truth in tall tales) Tune in for this episode, where we discuss Big Fish, a movie about story and memory! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die on, noticed something we missed, or want to suggest a movie, reach out to us at...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 4 (CHRONICLE | The best unknown sci fi movie ) From low-budget indie breakout to the gritty blueprint of the modern anti-hero—this week, we’re taking a deep dive into Josh Trank’s 2012 found-footage sci-fi thriller, Chronicle . We break down how a tiny $12 million budget revolutionized superhero cinema years before The Boys or Invincible , exploring why the found-footage format wa...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 3 (ME, EARL, AND THE DYING GIRL | Relationships are worth it) Join us for this episode of the Holy Moment Podcast where we discuss the indie coming-of-age movie Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl, a movie that has to do with the dangers and rewards that come with investing in another person, even if your time with them is short. Whether you're a film buff or a history enthusiast, tu...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 2 (A TAXI DRIVER | Humanity vs Depravity (who wins) Dive deep into the harrowing true story behind South Korea's historical masterpiece, A Taxi Driver (2017). In this episode, we break down the dramatic retelling of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising, comparing Hollywood's cinematic touches with the stark historical reality. Discover how an ordinary taxi driver and a brave German j...

SEASON 6 EPISODE 1 (A GOOFY MOVIE | Clueless Father VS Teenage Angst?) Join us as we watch this animated road-trip classic and discuss the difficulties of being a teen and the dynamics between sons and fathers! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die on, notic...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 15 (SINGING IN THE RAIN | The Golden Age of Musicals ) Step into the golden age of Hollywood with our deep dive into Singin' in the Rain (1952), the ultimate masterclass in movie musical magic! Join us as we break down the chaotic transition from silent cinema to "talkies," the brilliant production strategy behind Arthur Freed’s recycled song catalog, and how MGM tur...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 14 (THE SOUND OF MUSIC | The Archetypal Musical?) Tune in to another exciting episode of The Holy Moment Podcast! In today's episode, we discuss the classic musical The Sound of Music and dissect it to see what makes it tick. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 13 (DAYS OF HEAVEN | The Most Gorgeous Film Ever Made) Step into the golden fields of 1916 Texas with Terrence Malick’s cinematic masterpiece, Days of Heaven . In this episode, we break down one of the most visually breathtaking films ever shot, exploring the grueling production that relied almost entirely on the elusive "magic hour" natural light. We dive deep into the...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 12 (RUGRATS IN PARIS | That Time Paris Was Tokyo) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast, we discuss the 2000 animated move Rugrats In Paris, touching on such topics as gross-out humor, Godzilla, and the odd, odd decision to put this in Paris and NOT Tokyo. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one f...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 11 (GODZILLA VS BIOLLANTE | Practical Effects Ahead of its Time) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we’re dissecting the 1989 masterpiece Godzilla vs. Biollante . Far from a standard monster brawl, this film is a haunting, gothic fusion of Frankenstein -esque tragedy and 80s techno-thriller espionage. We explore the tragic origins of the plant-beast Biollante, the birth...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 12 (Andrei Rublev | The Faith of an Artist) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we're discussing the Soviet-era classic Andrei Rublev, directed by one of Russia's most brilliant cinematic minds. Join us to hear our discussions on art and faith! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one f...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 9 (TICK TICK BOOM | Before RENT Began) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we are diving deep into the frantic, high-anxiety world of Tick, Tick... Boom! , the acclaimed Netflix musical movie directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda . Starring Andrew Garfield in his Oscar-nominated performance as real-life theater visionary Jonathan Larson , this biographical film captures the lite...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 8 (An Interview with Filmmaker Sean Walker) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we're doing our very first interview with Nashville-based filmmaker Sean Walker! Tune in as we discuss our shared time at a small film program, the challenges and joys of short-filmmaking, and his upcoming short film Vestige ! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 7 (MARRIAGE STORY | A Masterclass in Conflict) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we dive deep into Noah Baumbach’s Marriage Story to unpack why it stands as one of the most devastatingly realistic portraits of divorce ever put to film. We break down Baumbach’s exhaustive, journalistic approach to the script—interviewing real-world couples, lawyers, and mediators to buil...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 6 (GODZILLA (1954) | Big Lizards and Heavy Themes) In this episode, we discuss the movie that started the longest running movie franchise in history, Godzilla! Tune in to hear our thoughts on this highly influential and sobering kaiju flick. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If y...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 5 (NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN | This Movie Breaks Every Rule) How do you build modern cinematic dread without a musical score? In this episode of The Holy Moment , we deliver a technical review and deep-dive analysis of the Coen Brothers’ Best Picture winner, No Country for Old Men . We unpack the brilliant, invisible editing of "Roderick Jaynes," Roger Deakins’ sun-drenched...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 4 (AMADEUS | Damnable Jealousy)This week on The Holy Moment, we discuss the classic film Amadeus and explore the themes of jealousy, genius, and mediocrity that make for the soul of this story.🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die on, notice...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 3 (BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER | Weaponizing Pink) This week on The Holy Moment , we’re trading the gritty realism of modern cinema for the hyper-saturated, plastic world of the 1999 cult classic, But I’m a Cheerleader . We’re moving past the "camp" and diving deep into the Architecture of Identity . We break down how director Jamie Babbit and her team used aggressive art...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 2 (BARRY LYNDON | The Path Of Least Resistance) Today we're discussing the Kubrick classic, Barry Lyndon! Sweeping landscapes, epic scope, and a character that follows the wide path leading to Hell. Tune in to hear our thoughts! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 1 (ABOUT TIME | Romance Done Right!) Is About Time actually a sci-fi movie, or is the time travel just a metaphor for the way we process memory and regret? This week, we’re looking at Richard Curtis’s 2013 cult classic through a new lens. We break down the "pure" relationship between Tim and Mary, the blending of genres, and why this might be the only movie to treat a su...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 13 (FINDING NEMO | Do Fish Bleed?) Today we're discussing the Pixar classic Finding Nemo! Join us as pontificate about story structure, examine character arcs, and question whether sea creatures bleed. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die o...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 12 (SKY HIGH | Best Superhero Movie ) Sky High is the pinnacle of the early 2000s movies with the perfect amount of cheesy one-liners and heartfelt moments. Join us as we discuss how this superhero cult classic paved the way for all Marvel movies. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time...