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"I live, I die. I LIVE AGAIN!" For Episode 283, Brandon, Thomas, and David close out their Dystopian series with one of their favorites, MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. Listen as they discuss the countless possible casting choices, the on-set troubles, and the film's challenging post-production. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of the Dystopian Genre (00:05:14) Intro to Mad Max: Fury Road (00:09:53) History of...

"I've sailed further than most men have dreamed." For Episode 282, Brandon and David discuss the poster child of disastrous film productions from the 1990s, WATERWORLD. Listen as they discuss the script's origin, the massive sets that were built, and how entertainment media made it a failure before anyone ever saw it. They also discuss how it has gained cult status since its release. Opening Bante...

"Where we go from there is a choice I leave to you." For Episode 281, David and Brandon discuss the groundbreaking film THE MATRIX. Listen as they talk about the Wachowskis' early career, the movie's production in Australia, and how the Chicago Bulls played a part in the film's history. And don't forget to check out the other episodes in our Dystopian series! Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap to Dys...

"It's going to be different from now on. A new face and a name." For Episode 280, Brandon and Thomas talk about a lesser-discussed movie SECONDS. Listen as they discuss Rock Hudson's career, the film's journey to the screen, and how the film went from a failure to a cult classic. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of Dystopian Genre (00:04:39) Intro to Seconds (00:07:30) History of How Seconds Got to...

For Episode 279, Brandon sits down with legendary editor Paul Hirsch to discuss his career and his book, A LONG TIME AGO IN A CUTTING ROOM FAR, FAR AWAY. Listen as Paul talks about his works with Brian De Palma, John Hughes, Herbert Ross, and George Lucas. Paul has edited countless films, including CARRIE, PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, FOOTLOOSE, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, and the f...

For Episode 279, Brandon sits down with legendary editor Paul Hirsch to discuss his career and his book, A LONG TIME AGO IN A CUTTING ROOM FAR, FAR AWAY. Listen as Paul talks about his works with Brian De Palma, John Hughes, Herbert Ross, and George Lucas. Paul has edited countless films, including CARRIE, PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, FOOTLOOSE, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, and the f...

"Very odd, what happens in a world without children's voices." For Episode 278, Thomas and Brandon kick off their Dystopian series with one of Thomas' favorites, CHILDREN OF MEN. Listen as they discuss the transition from book to screen, the elaborate one-shots, and the movie's legacy. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Intro to Dystopian Genre (00:03:22) Intro to Children of Men (00:07:18) History of How...

"They're taking adventure to new lengths." For Episode 277, Brandon and Thomas are closing out their Alan Menken series with TANGLED. Listen as they discuss the film's development troubles, Menken's 2010s career, and how TANGLED became one of the most expensive animated films of all time. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap on Alan Menken (00:02:43) Intro to Tangled (00:14:32) History of How Tangled G...

"Who is the monster, and who is the man?" For Episode 276, Brandon and Thomas continue their discussion of Alan Menken with THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME. Listen as they discuss Menken's evolution as a composter, the movie's casting choices, and the controversy from its release. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap on Alan Menken (00:05:31) Intro to The Hunchback of Notre Dame (00:10:56) History of How H...

"You ain't never had a friend like me!" For Episode 275, Brandon and Thomas continue their series on Alan Menken as they discuss the Disney classic, ALADDIN. Listen as they discuss the film's troubled beginnings, Robin Williams' involvement, and the massive success of the film. Opening Banter (00:00:15) Recap of Alan Menken (00:02:00) Intro to Aladdin (00:05:41) History of How Aladdin Got to Produ...

"A tale as old as time." For Episode 274, Brandon and Thomas start their Alan Menken series with one of his best works, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Listen as they discuss Menken's early life, the beginnings of the Disney Renaissance, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST'S troubled production. CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be s...

"We're gonna need a con with a sure-fire blow-off. For Episode 273, Thomas and Brandon close out their Con-Artist movie series with one of the best of the genre. Listen as they discuss THE STING and its casting, its production, and the film's legacy. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineN...

"We're gonna need a con with a sure-fire blow-off. For Episode 273, Thomas and Brandon close out their Con-Artist movie series with one of the best of the genre. Listen as they discuss THE STING and its casting, its production, and the film's legacy. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineN...

"I want my two hundred dollars!" For Episode 272, David and Brandon discuss PAPER MOON. Listen as they discuss the film's inception, the behind-the-scenes of the film, and its place in the Con-Artist movie genre. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterbox...

"I'm not the only one looking for Ocean's Eleven." For Episode 271, Thomas and Brandon talk about one of their favorite movie sequels, OCEAN'S TWELVE. Listen as they discuss how the sequel came to be, the cast's antics in Europe, and the divisive legacy of the film. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast...

"Sometimes it's easier living the lie." For Episode 270, Brandon and Thomas discuss one of their favorite Steven Spielberg movies, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. Listen as they talk about the film's long journey to the screen, its original cast, and how it was one of the fastest productions of Spielberg's career. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @ci...

"Are you ready? Then let's go get 'em." For Episode 269, Brandon and David kick off Con-Artist month with one of the best, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS. Listen as they discuss the film's insane original cast of two major rockstars, the surprising licensing issues, and the production of filming on the French Riviera. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Faceb...

"This is too much madness to explain in one text!" For Episode 268, Brandon and David finish Monster Movie May with ATTACK THE BLOCK. Listen as they discuss the writer/director Joe Cornish's journey in crafting the story, John Boyega's first leading performance, and how the movie's legacy is still growing. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook:...

"Get to the Choppa!" For Episode 267, David and Brandon continue Monster Movie May with PREDATOR. Listen as they discuss the original script, the struggles shooting in the jungle, and the Predator design. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineN...

"Beware the moon." For Episode 266, Brandon and David cover John Landis' horror-comedy classic. Listen as they discuss Rick Baker's masterful make-up and practical effects, the film's casting, and Landis' inspiration behind the film. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok:...

"It's alive! It's alive!" For Episode 265, David and Brandon kick off Monster Movie May with FRANKENSTEIN. Listen as they discuss how Mary Shelley's novel was adapted for the screen, the film's casting process, the controversy during the editing process, and the movie's continuing legacy. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instag...

"You can help yourself by being truthful." For Episode 264, Thomas and Brandon close out their series on Kathryn Bigelow by discussing ZERO DARK THIRTY and DETROIT. Listen as they talk about Bigelow's evolution as a filmmaker. They also list out their rankings for Bigelow's movies. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @c...

"Going to war is a once-in-a-lifetime experience." For Episode 263, Brandon and Thomas continue their series on Kathryn Bigelow. Listen as they discuss THE WEIGHT OF WATER, K-19: THE WIDOWMAKER, and THE HURT LOCKER. Find out how after two box office failures, Bigelow made her Oscar-winning film. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation...

"If you want the ultimate, you've got to be willing to pay the ultimate price." For Episode 262, Thomas and Brandon dive into POINT BREAK and STRANGE DAYS. Listen as they talk about the development of each process, how Bigelow's style evolved, and why these films are two of her best. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram:...

For Episode 261, we're re-releasing our interview with Jenette Goldstein from September 2020 for our Kathryn Bigelow series. Listen as Brandon talks with Jenette about her work with James Cameron, her acting career, and her excellent performance as Diamondback in Kathryn Bigelow's NEAR DARK, the reason for this re-release. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Conta...