The Cinematropolis
The Cinematic Schematic
The Cinematic Schematic is a podcast dedicated to thoughtful, analysis-driven conversations on genre, independent and classic films from thecinematropolis.com. Hosted by Caleb Masters, Laron Chapman, and a rotating cast of filmmakers, critics, and special guests, this podcast takes you through some of the most prominent themes and conversations occurring in cinema each month.
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
The 2024 Halloween Special and 'Moonlit Massacre' with James Cooper 30.10.2024 2:00:30
James Cooper rejoins The Cinematic Schematic to discuss his debut book, Moonlit Massacre, before we review Halloween 2024's most popular horror hits. The Substance, Speak No Evil, It's What's Inside, and Smile 2. Tune in for our verdicts. The post ‘Moonlit Massacre’ and the 2024 Halloween Special – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
Joker: Folie à Deux Review with Mickey Reece and Alex Palmer 17.10.2024 1:53:52
The Cinematic Schematic hosts are joined by Oklahoma filmmaker Mickey Reece and Alex Palmer to review Joker: Folie à Deux. The post ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Holds Its Audience in Contempt – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
Megalopolis Review 02.10.2024 2:02:10
The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by Alexandra Bohannon to review Francis Ford Coppola's long awaited passion project, Megalopolis. The post Unpacking ‘Megalopolis’ and Coppola’s Vision – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
BONUS: Our Top 5 Movies of the Year So Far + Rebel Ridge Review 25.09.2024 2:05:08
The Cinematic Schematic returns with a bonus episode checking in on this year's box office, our top 5 movies of 2024 so far, an in depth review of Rebel Ridge, and more! The post Fall 2024 Movie Check-In & Rebel Ridge Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
NoHo Cinefest 2024 Interview - Flint and When Shadows Lay Darkest 06.09.2024 38:31
Oklahoma filmmakers Jacob Leighton Burns and Chris Oz McIntosh join the podcast to talk about their movies Flint and When Shadows Lay Darkest ahead of their Los Angeles premieres at the North Hollywood Cinefest. The post ‘Flint’ and ‘When Shadows Lay Darkest’: NoHo Cinefest 2024 Spotlight – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
Alien: Romulus Review 21.08.2024 2:07:24
The Cinematic Schematic closes out summer 2024 with a review of Alien: Romulus. Hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by guests Nathan Poppe, Daniel Bokemper, and Brock Lay to render a verdict on the latest Xenomorph outing. The post Alien: Romulus Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
Bonus: Borderlands Review with Chad Parizman 16.08.2024 50:39
In this bonus episode of The Cinematic Schematic, fellow podcaster Chad Parizman joins host Caleb Masters to review Borderlands. The post Bonus: Borderlands Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
Cuckoo / Trap Double Feature Review 14.08.2024 1:34:13
The Cinematic Schematic reviews two of August 2024's most notable thrillers, Trap and Cuckoo, with guests Rod Lott and Christopher Shultz. The post Cuckoo / Trap Double Feature Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
Deadpool & Wolverine Review 31.07.2024 2:00:01
This week’s episode of The Cinematic Schematic serves up chimichangas in our review of Deadpool & Wolverine. Marvel Studios’ sole 2024 release uniting Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman has set the box office on fire, grossing an estimated $211 million on its opening weekend at the domestic box office and $441 million globally. The slow death of the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been greatly exaggerat...
Episode 200 - Twisters Review 24.07.2024 1:37:44
The Cinematic Schematic celebrates episode 200 of the podcast with a review of Twisters featuring fellow Oklahoma film critics Jason Black, Brandy McDonnell, and Jo Light. The post Twisters Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
MaXXXine Review With the “How I Met Your Monster” Podcast 17.07.2024 1:59:15
The Cinematic Schematic returns from the mid-summer hiatus with a review of MaXXXine featuring the How I Met Your Monster podcast hosts Zach Wincik, Danny Salemme, and Casey Brewer. Who was the real monster in MaXXXine? Tune into the discussion to find out. The post MaXXXine Review With the “How I Met Your Monster” Podcast – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
The Cinematropolis deadCenter 2024 Recap 15.06.2024 1:20:03
The Cinematropolis team including Daniel Bokemper, Jo Light, Christopher Shultz, and Caleb Masters reconvene on The Cinematic Schematic to close out our coverage of the Oscar-qualifying deadCenter Film Festival. The post The Cinematropolis deadCenter 2024 Recap appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Endeavor Interview with Director Bunee Tomlinson 14.06.2024 16:50
Bunee Tomlinson joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss his new documentary about adaptive athletes pursuing Paralympian status, Endeavor. The post Bunee Tomlinson Brings Adaptive Athletes to the Forefront in Endeavor – dCFF24 appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Anuja Interview with Writer/Director Adam J. Graves and Producer Suchitra Mattai 13.06.2024 18:50
Writer/director Adam J. Graves and producer Suchitra Mattai join The Cinematic Schematic at deadCenter 2024 to talk the world premiere of their short film, Anuja. The post “Anuja” Filmmakers Aim To Inspire Empathy and Raise Awareness For Child Labor Globally appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Cricket Interview with Vocal Coach Deonna Marie 12.06.2024
Deonna Marie joins The Cinematic Schematic at deadCenter 2024 to discuss her work as vocal coach on the new Richard Janes movie, Cricket. The post Deonna Marie Sings the Sounds of Cricket’s Songwriting at deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Paul Sparks, deadCenter 2024 ICON, on Returning to Oklahoma 11.06.2024
deadCenter 2024 ICON Award-Winner Paul Sparks joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss revisiting Oklahoma, the upcoming film The Bikeriders, and what it means to be an artist committed to the pursuit of storytelling. The post Paul Sparks Returns to Oklahoma, A Land of Growing Opportunities for deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - OKC's Thriving Film Industry with Mayor David Holt 10.06.2024
OKC Mayor David Holt joins The Cinematic Schematic from the 2024 deadCenter Film Festival to discuss its overall impact on the state of Oklahoma and OKC's growing film industry. The post OKC Mayor David Holt Weighs In on Thriving Film Industry at deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Hail to the Breadsticks! Interview with Writer/Director Donick Cary 10.06.2024
Donick Cary joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss his new movie, Hail to the Breadsticks! The film was named deadCenter's Best Oklahoma Feature by the Oklahoma Film Critics Circle. The post Hail to the Breadsticks! Is an Irreverant Conversation Starter appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Secret Mall Apartment with star/subject Michael Townsend 08.06.2024
Michael Townsend joins The Cinematic Schematic at deadCenter 2024 to share the story behind the documentary Secret Mall Apartment and his collaboration with director Jeremy Workman. The post Secret Mall Apartment Unveils The Untold Story of Providence Place appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Tim Travers and the Time Traveler’s Paradox Interview with Stimson Snead 07.06.2024
Stimson Snead joins The Cinematic Schematic to discuss Tim Travers and the Time Traveler’s Paradox ahead of its deadCenter 2024 debut. The post Tim Travers and the Time Traveler’s Paradox Brings Explosive Sci-Fi Spectacle to deadCenter appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Saucedo Interview with director Emmett Berg 06.06.2024
Emmett Berg, the director of the Saucedo documentary, joins The Cinematic Schematic ahead of the film's world premiere at deadCenter 2024. The post Saucedo Documentary Unveils a Tale of Triumph for deadCenter’s Opening Night appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - A Conversation With Dylan Brodie, deadCenter 2024 Icon Award-Winner 05.06.2024
The Cinematic Schematic is joined by 2024 deadCenter Icon Award winner Dylan Brodie of Minari, Reservation Dogs, and Fancy Dance fame. The post Dylan Brodie Champions the Dream of Homegrown Oklahoma Film Industry appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
dCFF24 - Hailey's Game Interview With Katie Hightower and Michael Johnson 04.06.2024
Hailey's Game writer/director Katie Hightower and executive producer Michael Johnson join The Cinematic Schematic to talk about the movie ahead of its world premiere at deadCenter 2024. The post “Hailey’s Game” Delivers Heartfelt Queer Love Story – dCFF24 appeared first on The Cinematropolis .
deadCenter 2024 Film Festival Preview 03.06.2024
The Cinematic Schematic begins our 2024 deadCenter Film Festival coverage with a special deadCenter podcast crossover featuring hosts Caleb Masters, deadCenter Podcast host Nick Hodge, senior features programmer Kevin Ely, and head of Pride Programming, Laron Chapman. Tune in for all of the information you need to know to enjoy the 24th annual deadCenter Film Festival from June 6th-9th. The post P...
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Review 29.05.2024
The Cinematic Schematic is back to podcast gloriously on the road to Valhalla with a review of the highly anticipated Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Mad Max: Fury Road is widely regarded as one of the greatest action movies in history. Is it possible to recapture what seemed like lightning in a bottle in 2015? There's only one way to find out. Live. Podcast. Live again through our review. --- This Week'...
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