Cinema On The Spectrum

In this episode, Reed and Michael delve into Andrew Stanton's film 'John Carter,' exploring its themes, character development, and comparisons to other works like 'Avatar.'. Synopsis: A war-weary former army captain is inexplicably transported to Mars and reluctantly becomes embroiled in a conflict of epic proportions.

In this episode of Cinema on the Spectrum, hosts Reed and Michael delve into Andrew Stanton's film WALL-E, exploring its themes of environmentalism, corporate influence, and representation of body image. Synopsis: A robot who is responsible for cleaning a waste-covered Earth meets another robot and falls in love with her. Together, they set out on a journey that will alter the fate of mankind.

Reed and Micheal discuss Andrew Stanton's second animated feature film, 2003's "Finding Nemo".   Synopsis: After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on a journey to bring him home.

Reed and Micheal discuss the directorial debut of Andrew Stanton, 1998's "A Bug's Life". Synopsis: A misfit ant, looking for "warriors" to save his colony from greedy grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be an inept circus troupe.

In this special episode , Reed and Micheal are joined by fellow podcaster, Andre Myette, from the X-Rated: The X-Men Animated Review Show as they discuss the works of David Cronenberg.

In this special episode Reed and Micheal discuss the classic Batman the Animated Series episode "On Leather Wings" as it compares to David Cronenberg's remake of "The Fly".

In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's most recent documentary 2020's "Beastie Boys Story" for Apple TV+. Synopsis: Here's a little story they're about to tell... Michael Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of the band, Beastie Boys, and 40 years of friendship in a live documentary experience directed by friend and collaborator, Spike Jonze.

In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonez's 2013 sci-fi romance, "Her".   Synopsis: " In the near future, a lonely writer develops an unlikely relationship with an operating system designed to meet his every need."

In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's 2009 adaptation of the beloved children's book "Where the Wild Things Are." Synopsis: Yearning for escape and adventure, a young boy runs away from home and sails to an island filled with creatures that take him in as their king.

In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's documentary about the beloved childrens author Maurice Sendak.  Synopsis: A loving look at one of the most cherished and controversial figures in children's literature, Maurice Sendak. In this deeply moving tribute, spend time with the man who spoke to children through his stories and illustrations in a way no one else could.

In this episode, Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's second film, 2002's "Adaptation". Synopsis: A lovelorn screenwriter becomes desperate as he tries and fails to adapt 'The Orchid Thief' by Susan Orlean for the screen.

Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's first feature film, the high concept comedy "Being John Malcovich". Synopsis: A puppeteer discovers a portal that leads literally into the head of movie star John Malkovich.  

Listen in as Reed and Micheal discuss Jordan Peele's third film "Nope". Synopsis: The residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery.

In this episode Reed and Micheal do a deep dive into Jordan Peele's second feature film, "Us". Synopsis: In order to get away from their busy lives, the Wilson family takes a vacation to Santa Cruz, California. At night, four strangers break into Adelaide's childhood home. The family is shocked to find out that the intruders look like them.

Reed and Micheal discuss Jordan Peele's directorial debut "Get Out" (2017) Synopsis: Chris and his girlfriend Rose go upstate to visit her parents for the weekend. At first, Chris reads the family's overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter's interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries lead him to a tr...

In this conversation, Reed and Michael delve into the film 'Crimes of the Future' by David Cronenberg. They explore various aspects of the film, including its themes of body horror, the evolution of human experience, and the unconventional narrative structure. The discussion also touches on the film's pacing, sound design, and character development, particularly focusing on the protagonist's journ...

Join Reid Smith and special guest Jeff Stewart, as they take a deep dive into the enthralling world of David Cronenberg, the renowned director known for his association with body horror. In this episode, Reid and Jeff discuss Cronenberg's impact on the horror genre and explore how his work compares to other filmmakers such as John Carpenter. They delve into the nuanced definitions of body horror a...

Join Reed Smith and guest co-host Jeff Stewart in this episode of Cinema on the Spectrum as they delve into David Cronenberg's penultimate film, Map to the Stars. The discussion revolves around the film’s critique of Hollywood's interconnected and complex ecosystem through the perspective of various flawed characters. Synopsis: "A tour into the heart of a Hollywood family chasing celebrity, one an...

In this last episode of 2024, Reed and Micheal discuss David Cronenberg's 2012 adaptation of the novel "Cosmopolis".   Synopsis: "A 28-year-old billionaire senses his empire collapsing around him."

In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss the 2011 biopic "A Dangerous Method" directed by David Cronenberg.    Synopsis:  A look at how the intense relationship between Carl Jung and Sigmund Freud gives birth to psychoanalysis.

Reed and guest co-host, Jeff Stewart ( of The Film Blerds podcast) discuss Brandon Cronenberg's third film, 2023's "Infinity Pool".   Synopsis: James and Em Foster are enjoying an all-inclusive beach vacation in the fictional island of La Tolqa, when a fatal accident exposes the resort's perverse subculture of hedonistic tourism, reckless violence and surreal horrors.

Reed is once again joined by Jeff Stewart, filmmaker and co-host of "The Film Blerds" podcast.  Listen in as they discuss Brandon Cronenberg's "Possessor".   Synopsis: An agent works for a secretive organization that uses brain-implant technology to inhabit other people's bodies - ultimately driving them to commit assassinations for high-paying clients.  

On this week's episodes our hosts discuss 2007's crime thriller "Eastern Promises".   Synopsis: A teenager who dies during childbirth leaves clues in her journal that could tie her child to a rape involving a violent Russian mob family.

Reed and Micheal discuss Cronenberg's 2005 adaptation of the graphic novel "A History of Violence".   Synopsis: A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions that will shake his family to its very core.

In another special episode, Reed is once again joined by Jeff Stewart, filmmaker and co-host of "The Film Blerds" podcast.  Listen in as they discuss Brandon Cronenberg's (son of David Cronenberg) first feature film "Antiviral".   Synopsis: In a blackly satirical near future, a thriving industry sells celebrity illnesses to their obsessed fans. Employee Syd March's attempts to exploit the system b...