Pure Cinema Podcast

Brian and Elric and Joined by not just Phil but Also Jules Mclean from the New Beverly to talk about the May Calendar which includes some fun Video Archives programs, some precodes, 70s and 80s gems, the PSCYHO Trilogy, four Charlie Brown films and much more! Check out all things New Beverly here: https://thenewbev.com/ If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: htt...

In this episode, Elric and Brian return to documentaries for another round of gems they've dug up in what is one of there favorite genres of filmmaking. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/purecinemapod This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at https://mubi.com/purecinema (and we'd love it if you...

On this episode, Elric, Brian and Phil are joined by Screenwriter extraordinaire Dan Waters (HEATHERS, DEMOLITION MAN, BATMAN RETURNS) to talk about the New Beverly calendar for the month of April - including the 40th anniversary of Valley Girl, shine a spotlight on Anti-Establishment Auteur Paul Williams, showcase a series of animated favorites, & more! Check out all things New Beverly here: http...

In this episode, Elric and Brian offer up a special sampler that is designed to be reflective of sections at the old video stores. The usual five slots here, with offerings from the Cult, Horror, Western, and Classic sections as well as a bonus wild section too. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/purecinemapod This episode i...

On this March Calendar episode, Brian and Elric are joined by Screenwriter extraordinaire Larry Karaszewski (ED WOOD, THE PEOPLE VS O.J. SIMPSON) to talk about what's happening This Month at the New Beverly - from a couple neat Video Archives Podcast Double bills, silent classics, cult gems, foreign favorites, award-winning epics, and beyond – all screening in glorious 35mm! Check out all things N...

For this episode, Elric and Brian continue their examination of show Favorite Danny Peary's work with a closer look at his wonderful CULT MOVIE STARS Book. Each choose 5 actors from the book to highlight and one of their films to talk about. This book is Highly recommended for Cult Movie fans. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: https://www.patreon....

This February at the New Bev we showcase romantic faves, Claudette Colbert, host a Blade triple bill, present celebrated music films, a Denzel Washington marathon, True Romance midnights, Indiana Jones matinees, and so much more! Elric, Brian and Phil are joined by special returning guest Millie De Chirico (previously of TCM Underground and currently of the I SAW WHAT YOU DID Podcast) to talk abou...

Happy 2023! Elric and Brian kick off the new year with a sort of response to the latest Sight and Sound List of the greatest films of all-time, by doing their own list of the Pure Cinema Canon of Great Films by listing two films each per decade from the 1920s on up to the 2020s. This was not an easy task but was a lot of fun and hopefully makes for an enjoyable discussion. Consider supporting Pure...

Brian, Phil and Jackie are back to talk about all the programming at the New Beverly for the month of Janaury! We're highlighting some of our big screen faves, showcasing 35mm prints of some of the most celebrated films of 2022, hosting a tribute to Jack Palance, and much, much more! Check out all things New Beverly here:  https://thenewbev.com/ If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pu...

The final big show of the year - our Film Discoveries episode! This time Elric and Brian are joined by Roger Avary and Gala Avary from the excellent Video Archives Podcast to count down some of their favorite movies seen for the first time throughout the year. It's an epic and varied list with 20 plus movies recommended for your enjoyment! Thanks for listening in 2022, we appreciate you! Check out...

In this very special bonus December episode, Brian and Elric are joined by filmmaker Joe Begos (BLISS, V.F.W.) and screenwriter Josh Miller (SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 1 & 2) to talk about the TWO Killer Santa movies they both have coming out in the next week or two. Joe has written and directed CHRISTMAS BLOODY CHRISTMAS about a killer robot Santa on the loose and Josh has co-written VIOLENT NIGHT which...

Brian, Elric and Phil are joined by guest Sean Fennessey (of the Big Picture Podcast and The Rewatchables) to talk about all the programming at the New Beverly for the month of December! The Cinema Speculation showcase continues, as do some Video Archives podcast double bills as well as some holiday favorites, plus some special 35mm screenings of Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio & Rian Johnson's Gla...

In this episode, Elric and Brian lay out some Noirvember recommendations sampler style - with Femme Fatales, Private Eyes, Criminals and much more. This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at https://mubi.com/purecinema (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) You can help support this show by going to:  https://www.patreon.com/purecinemapod Follow the Show on Tw...

This November at the New Beverly, we are celebrating the release of Quentin Tarantino's new book, Cinema Speculation - a work of film criticism, film theory, and personal history. As such, many of this months double features (as discussed by Brian, Elric and Phil) tie directly into chapters and mentions in the book itself. Tune in to hear them talk a little about how much they enjoyed the book and...

In this spooky episode for the Halloween season, Director Edgar Wright (SHAUN OF THE DEAD, HOT FUZZ, LAST NIGHT IN SOHO) returns to the show to share a list of 10 Underrated British Horror Films for you to enjoy in October! As mentioned at the end of the episode, we do recommend checking out Edgar's new BBC MAESTRO online course on Filmmaking here: https://www.bbcmaestro.com/courses/edgar-wright/f...

Elric, Brian and Phil are back to talk about the October terror spectacular filled New Beverly Calendar with chilling thrills and devilish delights – all screaming in glorious 35mm! From Classic Horror to Hammer, to spoofs and so much more! Including a couple "American Giallo" Double Bills that tie in with the Video Archives Podcast! Subscribe to the Video Archives Podcast here: https://link.chtbl...

In this 3rd "Missing Pieces" episode, Elric and Brian dig out more films they haven't seen from some of their favorite directors, but this time adding in the condition that all films chosen have to be post 2000. This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at https://mubi.com/purecinema (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) You can help support this show by going...

Elric Kane Returns to the calendar to talk with Phil and Brian about the September Lineup at the New Beverly, which includes some Los Angeles films, some more VIDEO   ARCHIVES PODCAST Double Bills, some fun family favorites and much more! Subscribe to the Video Archives Podcast here: https://link.chtbl.com/listentovideoarchives Check out all things New Beverly here:  https://thenewbev.com/ If You...

In this episode, Elric and Brian use the Golden Turkey Awards books as a jumping off point to talk about interesting films to be found among a list of "bad" movies. This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at https://mubi.com/purecinema (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) Also, check out their Award-Winning MUBI Podcast series now in it's Second Season: http...

Brian and Phil are Joined by Jackie again to talk about the programming for August at the New Beverly - which includes a celebration of the 30th anniversary of Reservoir Dogs, as well as the launch a screening series based on Quentin Tarantino & Roger Avary's new VIDEO   ARCHIVES PODCAST (featuring some films discussed on the episodes) , a showcase of Disney classics, the Films of 1992, and much,...

In this 2nd "Missing Pieces" episode, Elric and Brian dig out more films they haven't seen from some of their favorite directors. This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at https://mubi.com/purecinema (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) Also, check out their Award-Winning MUBI Podcast series now in it's Second Season: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m...

Brian and Phil are joined by Phil's better half Jackie (in her long overdue debut on the show) to talk about July at the New Beverly! It's going to be a sizzling summer of spectacular cinema with the New Bev's July Lineup - including Americana galore! Check out all things New Beverly here:  https://thenewbev.com/ You can help support this Pure Cinema by going to: https://www.patreon.com/purecinema...

In this episode (originally recorded for the Pure Cinema Patreon feed), Elric and Brian talk about 5 film discoveries each so far in 2022. This is sample of the kind of Hangout Episode/Bonus content that happens over at Patreon, so if you like it and would be interested in supporting the show, head on over and for $5/month you get two bonus episodes per month and your support is hugely appreciated...

Elric and Brian are joined by Director Colin Trevorrow (SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED, JURASSIC WORLD, BOOK OF HENRY, JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION) to talk about movies 20 movies to show your kids to make them lifelong movie fans. JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION opens in Theaters on Friday June, 10th: https://www.fandango.com/jurassic-world-dominion-2022-224884/movie-overview This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 3...

Elric, Brian and Phil are joined by Film Critic and podcaster extraordinaire Alonso Duralde to talk about June at the New Bev! Pride programming & beyond, the films of 1982, a 5-film Child's Play Chucky-thon, and much, much more! Check out all things New Beverly here:  https://thenewbev.com/ You can help support this Pure Cinema by going to: https://www.patreon.com/purecinemapod