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"I'm gonna separate your head from your shoulders." For Episode 260, Brandon and Thomas are tackling the first three films of Kathryn Bigelow's career. Listen as they discuss cult classics like THE LOVELESS and NEAR DARK while also talking about the Jamie Lee Curtis-led vehicle, BLUE STEEL. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Inst...

"Do I have an original thought in my head?" For Episode 259, Thomas and Brandon close out their series on Movies on Movies by talking about ADAPTATION. Listen as they discuss Charlie Kaufman's writing process, the original choice for the film's dual performance, and the aftermath of the film's release. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cin...

We have something special for you all. At the end of last year, we launched our Patreon. Since then, we've released several exclusive episodes for our subscribers, including more solo movie episodes, our Rom-Com Supporting Players Hall of Fame, and much more. We received fantastic feedback from our Patreon listeners, so we decided to release our Favorite Films of 2022 episode. We hope you enjoy th...

"The only trouble I ever got into was when I was too careful! For Episode 257, Brandon and David talk about Brian De Palma's masterpiece BLOW OUT. Listen as they discuss Travolta's understated performance, De Palma's direction, and what disaster happened during the film's post-production, almost ruining the movie. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Fa...

"Happiness consists of being able to tell the truth without hurting anyone." For Episode 256, David and Brandon tackle Fellini's 8 1/2 for the show's series covering Movies on Movies. Listen as they discuss Fellini's life leading up to the film and how he was able to manage the film's chaos. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Ins...

"Is everybody hurt? Is anyone okay?" For Episode 255, Thomas and Brandon discuss one of their favorite indie films from the 1990s, LIVING IN OBLIVION. Listen as they talk about how the film spurred from a failed directorial debut and how the entire cast and crew banded together to raise money for this passion project. Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us...

"I am big. It's the pictures that got small." For Episode 254, Brandon and Thomas dive into the greatness of SUNSET BOULEVARD for their Movies on Movies series. Listen to find out why the cast felt it was a joyous set and how the production would lead to the eventual break-up of one of Hollywood's best creative duos at the time. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Co...

"You can stay forever." For Episode 253, Brandon and Thomas tackle the works of Richard Curtis. Listen as they discuss his life and his filmography, including NOTTING HILL, LOVE ACTUALLY, ABOUT TIME, and much more. Find out what inspired Curtis' films and how he became one of the most prolific rom-com creators. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook...

"I wanna grow old with you." For Episode 252, Brandon and David talk about the duo of Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore in THE WEDDING SINGER. Listen as they discuss the history of Sandler's rise and how this movie played an integral part in it. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod T...

"I have loved her even when I hated her." For Episode 251, Thomas and Brandon talk about the 2011 film CRAZY, STUPID, LOVE. Listen as they discuss this rom-com that many say is underrated and one of the best of the 2010s. They also talk about the instant chemistry between Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenati...

"You realize of course that we could never be friends." For Episode 250, Brandon and Thomas are starting their Rom-Com series with one of the best of all time, WHEN HARRY MET SALLY... Listen as we discuss how the movie went from a basic idea to a classic of the genre. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast...

"It wasn't just about the music." For Episode 249, Brandon and Thomas talk about the 2021 Oscar-winning documentary SUMMER OF SOUL. Listen as they discuss how the concert series was created and why it took so long for the film to be released. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod Ti...

"Sign o' the times mess with your mind." For Episode 248, Brandon and David talk about a brilliant but underseen concert film from Prince. Listen as they discuss where Prince was in his career and why the film has been hard to find for years. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod Ti...

"We wanted it to be a celebration." For Episode 247, Thomas and Brandon sit down to talk about Martin Scorsese's classic concert film, THE LAST WALTZ. Listen as they discuss the history of The Band and why one person in the group made it his mission to make this film. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast...

"I've got a tape I want to play." For Episode 246, Brandon and David start our series on concert films with one of the best of all time, STOP MAKING SENSE, starring Talking Heads. Listen as they discuss how Oscar-winning director, Jonathan Demme, became involved, and why the film is still beloved to this day. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook:...

"You are not welcome here." For Episode 245, Thomas and Brandon discuss the religious horror film, THE LODGE. Listen as they discuss how it was made and how the COVID pandemic affected its release. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podc...

"Now I have another reason to hate Christmas." For Episode 244, David and Brandon talk about Joe Dante's classic holiday horror film, GREMLINS. Listen as they talk about Dante's early career and how he was able to turn the film into a holiday classic. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNat...

"You Might Be Home But You're Not Alone." For Episode 243, Thomas and Brandon discuss the rarely discussed Holiday Horror film, BETTER WATCH OUT. Listen as they talk about how this film went from a low-budget American indie to a high-priced Australian film overnight. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast T...

"I know what you did, nasty Billy!" For Episode 242, Brandon and Thomas start their Holiday Horror series by looking at one of the most important films of the genre, BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974). Listen as they discuss how this small Canadian film became a cult classic and inspiration for many of the early slasher films. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Face...

"I have to go somewhere, and I don't think I can come back." For Episode 241, Thomas and Brandon discuss the modern neon noir, DRIVE. Listen as they talk about how a future blockbuster action film turned into an arthouse crime film starring one of Hollywood's rising stars, Ryan Gosling. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram:...

"Buddy, you're in the wrong place at the wrong time." For Episode 240, Brandon is joined by Anna Catley to talk about William Friedkin's TO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A. Listen as they discuss Willem Dafoe's cheekbones and why the film was considered by some as Friedkin's comeback film. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenati...

"Tonight is what it means to be young." For Episode 239, Brandon and Thomas talk about Walter Hill's neo-noir rock musical STREETS OF FIRE. Listen as they discuss the film's incredible neon visuals and why it is considered a cult classic by some. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPo...

"All those moments will be lost in time... like tears in rain." For Episode 238, Brandon and Thomas kick-off their Neon Noir series by looking at the 1982 classic, BLADE RUNNER. Listen as they discuss the grueling behind-the-scenes of the film, and how it captures the elements of Neon Noir. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagr...

"This wasn't what I had in mind when I agreed to help out on your film." For Episode 237, Thomas and Brandon finish off our Slasher series by talking about Ti West's recent film X. Listen as they talk about how COVID played a major part in the film's production and how it fits into the Slasher genre. Check out our new Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenati...

"It is all the more tragic in that they were young." For Episode 236, Brandon is joined by David Glenn IV to discuss the slasher classic, THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE. Listen as they talk about the hectic production and its continuing legacy. Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenation...