Roll It - A Movie Podcast

Roll It takes another stab at a documentary this week as Ryan and Ty cover the Errol Morris film, The Fog of War. This Oscar winner for best documentary is definitely engaging with an interesting subject in Robert McNamara, but does it work on the whole? Join us as we answer this, along with talking about Morrris' style, the cause and effect of history, and utilitarian vs deontological ethics...

What is art, really? Ryan and Ty go back and forth on the intricacies of the 2014 drama, Birdman, directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. The editing and the cinematography in this movie take the cake. The rest? Well...  Make sure to keep the dial where it's at. Next week, we go over the 2003 documentary film, The Fog of War! Email us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @R...

Roll It is mad as Hell this week, but we're gonna keep taking it because we had to put out our episode on the 1976 classic, Network. From manufacturing dissent and articulating the popular rage to prophetic musings for the future of media and news, this film does it all. Join us as we try to unpack the Sidney Lumet and Paddy Chayefsky classic. Come back next week as we cover the 2014 film Bir...

This week, we dive into Memento, the 2000 thriller that will hurt your brain... but you'll like it! Ty and Ryan go over the the movie from start to finish. Err, from finish to start. Do actions have meaning if you can't remember them? Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!    Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast    Music by Ethan Rapp

It's time to head down south this week as Ryan and Ty cover the depression era film by the Coen Brothers. This retelling of Homer's Odyssey through the lens of escaped prisoners and their journey for treasure, features great cinematography, music, and even some themes like fate and free will. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram -...

This 2007 drama tells the tale of an oilman's journey, and all the hell he raises with it. From buying land to killing for money, Ryan and Ty discuss Daniel Day-Lewis' character, Daniel Plainview, as he transcends into a leader in Oil in the early 20th century. Most importantly, we try to figure out if he ever really did love his son. Join us next week as we cover the Coen brothers'...

This week Roll It does some...soul searching, as we break down the 1997 film, Good Will Hunting. From imagining people complexly to whether or not we have a duty to use our gifts, we tackle this film that won Matt Damon and Ben Affleck an Oscar for Best Screenplay. Join us next week as we cover Paul Thomas Anderson's There Will Be Blood. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!    ...

This episode is out of this world... mostly. This week, Ryan and Ty dive into one of the cutest movies ever made, WALL-E. What makes humans human? Does WALL-E have a soul? Where does the garbage go? Join us as we talk about this Pixar classic. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

Roll It enters the mind of Malkovich this week as we cover the 1999 Spike Jonze film. From the nature of self and solipsism, to psychoanalysis, we (attempt) to cover it all. Take the elevator to floor 7 1/2, find the funny looking door, and join us. Come back next week week for our discussion on Wall•E. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram...

Four best friends, an adventure and figuring out life. What's not to love? This week, Ty and Ryan dive into this 1980s coming-of-age movie. Join us next week as we talk about Being John Malkovich. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

Roll It dives into the world of Wes Anderson this week with The Royal Tenenbaums. Ryan and Ty cover the Andersonian aesthetic, family relations, and the combination of substance and style. Join us as we check out this modern auteur's vision. Come back next week as we cover the Rob Reiner Film, Stand by Me. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     In...

Ryan and Ty dive into the cinematic spectacle that is 1917, discussing everything from behind the scenes of the movie, character development (or lack of) and more. Join us next week as we talk about The Royal Tenenbaums. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

In anticipation of Top Gun: Maverick releasing soon, Ty and Ryan talk about the original fighter pilot fantasy. From state sponsored propaganda and commercialization to sexuality, much is explored about this Tom Cruise flick. Join us next week as we talk about the new release, 1917. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast    ...

Take a step back in time to a Mel Brooks classic. Blazing Saddles shoots down stereotypes while keeping the audience laughing. Listen to Ryan and Ty break down why, along with some of their favorite parts from the western satire. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast    

This may not be the episode you deserve, but hopefully it's the one you need right now, as Ryan and Ty dive into The Dark Knight. This movie definitely does not lack themes and philosophy, so we try to break it down. From the duality of order and chaos to the noble lie, we try to make sense of Nolan's masterpiece. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItP...

In a podcast, not so far away, Ryan and Ty talk about the original Star Wars, which set the bar for special effects and began the saga that continues to this day. The 1977 film pushed creative boundaries and continues to be an escape from reality. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

The podcast goes back to animation this week as Ryan and Ty cover Monsters, Inc. Everything from perception and reality to alternative energy is covered in this Pixar flick that brings out the child in all of us. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

This week we go to prison ... via Shawshank Redemption. From the color, to underlying themes, Ryan and Ty dive into one of the greatest prison movies (in our opinion). Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

This week Ryan and Ty cover the brand new Scorsese film, The Irishman. Check out what we have to say about cinematography and themes, among other topics. But don't worry, it won't be as long as the movie. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

This week on the podcast Ryan and Ty cover their first documentary, The Act of Killing. This heavy film brings up topics of the media's role in perception, empathy of killers, and who writes the rules of history. Join us as we dig into this film on what humans are capable of, and how they can be treated after perpetrated heinous acts. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!    Twi...

It's time to enter the real world this week as Ryan and Ty talk about the 1999 film The Matrix. With all the philosophy that inspired this movie there definitely isn't a lack in themes and symbolism to talk about. Join us as we dive into an action movie that that revolutionized action movies. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram -...

This week's film is a exercise in anxiety, as Ty and Ryan break down Damien Chazelle's Whiplash. The touch on cinematography, color, setting the mood and whether Fletcher was right. Get your ears tuned up and yourself in tempo and join us! Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

Opinions are split on the podcast with this week's film - The Tree of Life. Ty and Ryan talk about this ambitious work and cover how the film deals with cinematography, religious aspects, the relationship of grace/nature, and much more. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp. 

This week Ryan and Ty discuss a show in a show as they dissect The Truman Show. Free will, the surveillance state, the abundance of symbolism in this film, and more are all covered. Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!     Twitter - @RollItPodcast     Instagram - @rollitpodcast     Music by Ethan Rapp

In this episode Ryan and Ty hang with The Dude and cover The Big Lebowski. The Dude and religion, subversion of film noire, and manhood are some of the topics covered! Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!    Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast    Music by Ethan Rapp