Cinematic Ventures

Hey there, folks! Gabriel here. Join me in today's episode in which we get to discuss Michael Bay's terrific sci-fi thriller "The Island" on its 20th anniversary. I hope you enjoy it!

Mid to late 90's gave cinema the perfect blend of CGI, miniatures and on-location shots. Let's look back and discuss some of the most notable examples. 🙂

30 years. Wow! Hard to believe, folks. Let's look back and reminisce about the magic of "Bad Boys". Hope you enjoy the episode!

After decades of hopes and active campaigning stunt performers will finally be recognized by the Academy Awards. Hope you enjoy the episode, folks!

In this episode of the "Cinematic Ventures" podcast we are remembering a couple of talented artists that are no longer with us and also talk about why the age of a movie should not matter. Hope you enjoy the episode!

Let's discuss how Academy Awards nominations are affected by ratings and what makes the popular Cornetto trilogy so memorable and entertaining, Enjoy the episode, folks!

The devastating fires were sadly just part of a pretty unfortunate series of events in LA over the last decade or so. People (and the film industry) lost a lot. But LA will be back. Stronger than ever.

Whether you're politically left or right, it's important to talk. To discuss openly, without any worries. Politics are indeed affecting cinema. Sometimes positively, sometimes negatively. So let's talk about it. Objectively.

In this episode we get to discuss the continuous popularity of movies and franchises from the 80's and 90's.

A lot to unpack. Hope you enjoy the episode, folks!

A lot of things to cover this week. Hope you enjoy the episode, folks!

In the new episode of the CVentures podcast we cover a few very interesting topics. The box office success of the new Bad Boys movie, Bruckheimer's continuous success, Beverly Hills Cop 4 and Kevin Spacey's hope to be back on the big screen. Hope you enjoy the episode!

They're back for a fourth one. In this episode of the podcast we talk about the fourth movie of the iconic "Bad Boys" franchise - " Bad Boys: Ride or Die". Hope you enjoy both the movie and the episode!

In this episode of the podcast we shine light on "The Night Flier" - a genuinely creepy, scary and beautifully shot supernatural thriller from the mind of Stephen King. A movie that deserves to be seen.

The Bad Boys are back this summer. Starting June 7th, film fans will be able to watch the fourth film of the "Bad Boys" franchise - "Bad Boys: Ride or Die". In honor of this, we look back and talk about the appeal of the first three movies. What makes them memorable and why they resonate with people of all ages. Hope you enjoy the episode!

Hey there, folks! Gabriel here.....Despite the fact that I know nothing about poker, "Rounders" is a movie that really, really resonates with me. In this episode of the CVentures podcast, I explain why that's the case. Hope you enjoy it! Note: apologies for the audio glitches in certain parts of the episode. Won't be happening again.

Action fans who grew up in the 90's know very well the name "PM Entertainment". Known for its distinctive line of low-to-medium budget films, PM delivered some of the longest and most entertaining car chases and action sequences of the 90's. In this episode of the CVentures podcast we go back to the glory days of PM and show our appreciation for the type of over-the-top action movies that are ofte...

Inspired by Denis Villeneuve's recent interview with "Times of London", this episode of the podcast is all about the undeniable power of sound and images on the screen. Hope you enjoy it, folks!

In this episode of the CVentures podcast we shine light on "Hampstead". Directed by Joel Hopkins, this beautifully shot movie will certainly charm you. And make you think about life, opportunities, getting older and what REALLY matters at the end of the day. Hope you enjoy the episode!

In this episode we get to discuss the increasing negativity surrounding cinema as a whole and the unnecessary snark and dismissal of movies. Plus, a little bit of "Twister" appreciation and why we should be excited for the sequel - "Twisters". Hope you enjoy the episode!

In this episode we take a closer look at the box office and why it's so important to cinema. Enjoy it!

Sometimes movies underperform at the box office. And sadly we live in a world where people, who are supposedly film fans and journalists, gloat and ridicule a movie just because of an underwhelming opening weekend. In this episode we discuss this unfortunate reality.

In this episode of the "Cinematic Ventures" podcast we are shining light on a recent time travel slasher...that is destined to become a cult classic. Hope you enjoy the episode!

Certainly not the usual list of movies. Join Gabriel as he discusses inspirational films and why we shouldn't curve/betray our taste just so we can "fit in".

I've always been a huge supporter of the Saturn Awards and I really had a great time doing this episode. Hope you enjoy it!