The Holy Moment Podcast

SEASON 5 EPISODE 11 (GODZILLA VS BIOLLANTE | Practical Effects Ahead of its Time) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we’re dissecting the 1989 masterpiece Godzilla vs. Biollante . Far from a standard monster brawl, this film is a haunting, gothic fusion of Frankenstein -esque tragedy and 80s techno-thriller espionage. We explore the tragic origins of the plant-beast Biollante, the birth...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 12 (Andrei Rublev | The Faith of an Artist) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we're discussing the Soviet-era classic Andrei Rublev, directed by one of Russia's most brilliant cinematic minds. Join us to hear our discussions on art and faith! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one f...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 9 (TICK TICK BOOM | Before RENT Began) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we are diving deep into the frantic, high-anxiety world of Tick, Tick... Boom! , the acclaimed Netflix musical movie directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda . Starring Andrew Garfield in his Oscar-nominated performance as real-life theater visionary Jonathan Larson , this biographical film captures the lite...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 8 (An Interview with Filmmaker Sean Walker) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we're doing our very first interview with Nashville-based filmmaker Sean Walker! Tune in as we discuss our shared time at a small film program, the challenges and joys of short-filmmaking, and his upcoming short film Vestige ! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 7 (MARRIAGE STORY | A Masterclass in Conflict) In this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast , we dive deep into Noah Baumbach’s Marriage Story to unpack why it stands as one of the most devastatingly realistic portraits of divorce ever put to film. We break down Baumbach’s exhaustive, journalistic approach to the script—interviewing real-world couples, lawyers, and mediators to buil...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 6 (GODZILLA (1954) | Big Lizards and Heavy Themes) In this episode, we discuss the movie that started the longest running movie franchise in history, Godzilla! Tune in to hear our thoughts on this highly influential and sobering kaiju flick. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If y...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 5 (NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN | This Movie Breaks Every Rule) How do you build modern cinematic dread without a musical score? In this episode of The Holy Moment , we deliver a technical review and deep-dive analysis of the Coen Brothers’ Best Picture winner, No Country for Old Men . We unpack the brilliant, invisible editing of "Roderick Jaynes," Roger Deakins’ sun-drenched...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 4 (AMADEUS | Damnable Jealousy)This week on The Holy Moment, we discuss the classic film Amadeus and explore the themes of jealousy, genius, and mediocrity that make for the soul of this story.🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die on, notice...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 3 (BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER | Weaponizing Pink) This week on The Holy Moment , we’re trading the gritty realism of modern cinema for the hyper-saturated, plastic world of the 1999 cult classic, But I’m a Cheerleader . We’re moving past the "camp" and diving deep into the Architecture of Identity . We break down how director Jamie Babbit and her team used aggressive art...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 2 (BARRY LYNDON | The Path Of Least Resistance) Today we're discussing the Kubrick classic, Barry Lyndon! Sweeping landscapes, epic scope, and a character that follows the wide path leading to Hell. Tune in to hear our thoughts! 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got...

SEASON 5 EPISODE 1 (ABOUT TIME | Romance Done Right!) Is About Time actually a sci-fi movie, or is the time travel just a metaphor for the way we process memory and regret? This week, we’re looking at Richard Curtis’s 2013 cult classic through a new lens. We break down the "pure" relationship between Tim and Mary, the blending of genres, and why this might be the only movie to treat a su...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 13 (FINDING NEMO | Do Fish Bleed?) Today we're discussing the Pixar classic Finding Nemo! Join us as pontificate about story structure, examine character arcs, and question whether sea creatures bleed. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time. If you’ve got a hill you’re willing to die o...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 12 (SKY HIGH | Best Superhero Movie ) Sky High is the pinnacle of the early 2000s movies with the perfect amount of cheesy one-liners and heartfelt moments. Join us as we discuss how this superhero cult classic paved the way for all Marvel movies. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 11 (HAMLET (1948) | From Stage To Screen)After watching the movie Hamnet a few weeks back, we've decided to go back in time and discuss the famous 1948 Hamlet adaptation by famed actor and director Laurence Olivier. THIS is how to translate a play to screen.🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one f...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 10 (EMANUEL | Can You Forgive the Unforgivable?) Emanuel isn’t just a documentary—it’s a challenge. In this episode, we unpack the story of radical forgiveness and how documentary filmmaking brings us face-to-face with truth, pain, and humanity. 🎙️ Tune in every Wednesday as we find the holy moment in every movie and build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time....

SEASON 4 EPISODE 7 (BUGONIA | The REAL Monsters VS Aliens) Are we the baddies? That's the question Bugonia poses as it tells the story of two conspiracy nuts who kidnap a CEO thinking she's an alien. Tune in to hear our thoughts! 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to die...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 9 (PHANTOM THREAD | Most Toxic Dynamic in Film?!)You've heard of enemies to lovers; you may have even heard of lovers to enemies; but have you ever heard of lovers to enemies to lovers to what the heck am I watching?! That's right, folks, we're discussing Phantom Thread, by Paul Thomas Anderson!🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 8 (HAMNET | Grief Inspires Art) We WEPT during this movie. Join us as we dive into the raw feelings of grief and love and how they transform our art as humans as we discuss Chloe Zhao's newest film: Hamnet 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing t...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 6 (TRAIN TO BUSAN | The Things That MatterTrain To Busan is largely considered one of the best zombie movies, if not the top dog of zombie movies. Today, we're discussing it!🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to die on, point out something we...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 5 (DOUBLE INDEMNITY | How Billy Wilder Set The Film Noir Standard) In this episode, we discuss the Billy Wilder classic that set the standard for film noir--Double Indemnity! 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to die on, point out something we mi...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 4 (PRISONERS | The Blinding Power of Hate) In this episode, we discuss the neo-noir film Prisoners, directed by Denis Villenueve. Tune in as we discuss how the film tackles the cyclical nature of violence. 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to di...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 3 (Gueros | Tale of Two Brothers) Tune in to this episode of The Holy Moment Podcast, where we discuss the dual coming-of-age stories in Gueros 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to die on, point out something we missed, or want to suggest a movie, pleas...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 2 (THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL | Style AND Substance) Our two hosts used to be Wes Anderson skeptics--until they watched The Grand Budapest Hotel! Tune in to hear us discuss some moving performances, fantastic editing, and of course, that classic Wes Anderson style. 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together, one fr...

SEASON 4 EPISODE 1 (WHEN HARRY MET SALLY | Destined or Doomed?) Is this the definitive romcom? It is for many, but we've got thoughts of our own. Tune in to find out! 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's build a community of film lovers together, one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to die on, point out something we've missed, or want...

Temp EASON X EPISODE X (WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT | Melding of Mediums) Yodayg we’re treating you to a never before released test episode of The Holy Moment Podcast! Join these newbie podcasters as they discuss this classic VFX marvel. 🎙️ Tune in and help us find the holy moment in every movie. Let's Build a community of film lovers together one frame at a time! If you have a hill you're willing to...