Cinema Drive

Cinema Drive Classics presents: Cinema Drive welcomes filmmaker David Bigelow to the show! David joins his friend Aaron Kai, the master of hyperrealistic movie art, for a heartfelt discussion about the film that STILL makes people afraid to go in the water. David thrills Jason and Ryan with his stories of the production of Jaws (1975), a film in which he himself was an extra! This experience and h...

Cinema Drive Classics presents: It's time to relive those immortal moments that define your summer - maybe even your life - in these terrific films. The summer vibes are strong with both, the characters are well-written, the comedy and drama are equally balanced, and the audience? More than satisfied. The Deep Question: A group of Gen Zers ask you for a lesser-known drama recommendation. What...

Cinema Drive Classics presents: Cinema Drive loves the veritable talent that is the versatile Val Kilmer! His passion and powerful performances were evident even in his early years with these cult flicks that started off his career. Join Jason and Ryan as they explore what made these films fun and worth another watch! The Deep Question: What's a movie you'd still enjoy with the sound off...

It's all been leading to this - the Cinema Drive Season 7 finale!! Before Jason and Ryan take some time off, they spend a day with Ferris Bueller - and you should, too. This well-loved flick has stood the test of time for a reason, and Cinema Drive is here to celebrate the engaging fun and life-changing truths that John Hughes highlighted in this classic! The Deep Question: What is your perfe...

It's the duo to end all duos and a Cinema Drive episode long awaited! Paul Newman's and Robert Redford's friendship and chemistry captured filmgoers with one of the best-written westerns and one of the most memorable capers. These Hollywood titans were perfectly paired and their movies were among the best of the era! The Deep Question: Who would you partner with in a buddy cop film?...

Revisiting the cool of Paul Newman led Jason and Ryan to two of the best performances he ever gave Movieland! He dazzles and charms in these perfect examples of his ability and stardom. Give them a watch and give this Cinema Drive episode a listen! The Deep Question: Will you finally be adding the inevitable 8-movie Mission: Impossible boxset to your list this Christmas or next Christmas? This Wee...

You can't stop the Adventures in Podcasting! Cinema Drive charges head first into a dangerous premise - recasting one of the most beloved films of all time. They said they would never! They said it couldn't be done!  They said it SHOULDN'T be done! They...were wrong. Jason and Ryan do the unthinkable and unveil their cast lists for a modern telling of The Princess Bride (1987). Unne...

Loyal listeners know that Cinema Drive has a special love for pulp and cult flicks, but in this episode Jason and Ryan get especially pulpy! One exemplifies the idea of gritty cult movies and one breathes life into pulp fiction comics of yore. Both are worth a watch and worth some fun discussion. The Deep Question: Oh no! Your Delorean's flux capacitor has been damaged and will only take you...

Steven Spielberg and Michael Mann blew audiences away with their award-winning television movie debuts. But these films are more than just made for TV - they showcased the early talents of these acclaimed directors and the trademarks that would come to define their filmography. Mann infused The Jericho Mile (1979) with an authenticity that would lead him to Thief (1981) and Spielberg preceded his...

Remember Short Circuit (1986)?! Remember Follow That Bird (1985)?!?! Well, WE do! Jason and Ryan continue their Movies You Forgot Existed series with a couple nostalgic classics. The Deep Question: What was your second favorite title for our show? This Week's Features: Follow That Bird (1985) Short Circuit (1986) Message Jason and Ryan

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Fathers and family fighting fatal fires! 60s flashbacks! Arson and time travel! These firefighting flicks burn with action and heart and are well worth a watch. The Deep Question: Martin Scorsese lost a bet to Joe Pesci and has to make one film that's nothing like his typical fare. What type of flick do you want him to do? This Week's Features: Backdraft (1991) Frequency (2000) Message J...

Houston, Texas knows about the movies we think are the best - but what do we think are the worst?! Message Jason and Ryan

He's WILD and he coulda been a contend-ah! You know the man but do you know the movies that made Marlon? Don't worry, Cinema Drive is here to educate and entertain you with an all-new discussion on what made these films so potent. The Deep Question: Who's your pick to recast Black Panther? This Week's Features: On the Waterfront (1954) The Wild One (1953) Message Jason and Ryan

Jason and Ryan find true companionship with movies a bit better than this one, but they still had fun. Message Jason and Ryan

It's the Briiiiide of Adventures in Podcasting! Jason and Ryan are confronted with the depths of their cinematic desires and the horrors of the movie theater experience! How do you evaluate a movie's IMDb score? What's the wisest way to wade through a watchlist? Have trailers before films become overwhelmingly obnoxious? Cinema Drive asks the hard-hitting questions and now YOU get t...

Cinema Drive gorges itself on The Gorge (2025). Message Jason and Ryan

And now dear children, gather round for the marvelous tale of Wes Anderson! Jason and Ryan turn in a reserved, charming, colorful, and HONEST look at the stories and style of a beloved filmmaker. What do they love? What don't they understand? Do these cohosts even agree?! The Deep Question: Your podcasting host is close to death and no one can understand what he's mumbling. Everyone turn...

Hagerstown, Maryland wants Jason's and Ryan's brutal opinions on The Brutalist (2024). Message Jason and Ryan

War rages in Vietnam and in the souls of its soldiers in these two epic journeys into the heart of darkness. Coppola and Cimino push their protagonists through the horrors of war and its dehumanizing effect. The Deep Question: You make a movie where you get to Tarantino history - what event do you change? This Week's Features: Apocalypse Now (1979) The Deer Hunter (1978) Message Jason and Rya...

The guys have acquired some new cinematic treasures! Message Jason and Ryan

Oh no! Jason finally did it! This all-new ongoing series locks Ryan into a devil's agreement - he MUST watch a movie of Jason's choice, no matter what! This episode corners Ryan with Godzilla Minus One (2023)...Will he hate it? Could he love it?! Can the camaraderie between cohosts survive the terrifying nature of this series?!? The Deep Question: Is there a film you wish your podcasting...

Jacksonville, Florida adored the James Dean episode but thinks these cohosts made a Giant (1956) mistake! Message Jason and Ryan

The Dude abides. Party on Wayne! Jason and Ryan take a load off to enjoy a couple of chill slackers in these excellent flicks. Pop in this Cinema Drive cassette to revel in the best that SNL and the Coen brothers have to offer! The Deep Question: The King and Queen of a faraway country visit the United States and want to see three "really great" American films. What do you show them? Thi...

What have the guys gotten into recently and were they any good?! Message Jason and Ryan