UW Film Club Podcast #99: Mandy

“Your podcast exudes a cosmic darkness… do you see that?”

In this special extended-length episode, our host is joined by two Nicolas Cage scholars to discuss the legendary actor’s magnum opus — Panos Cosmatos’ 2018 psychedelic action-horror film, Mandy! We discuss the film’s themes of grief, revenge, drug use, masculine aggression and more– while gushing over Benjamin Loeb’s gorgeous digital cinematography, and Cosmatos’ rip-roaring action sequences. In the end, we also get to talk about how Mandy has influenced these two young filmmakers in their own budding ventures as actors/directors. Strap in — it’s a wild ride!

ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Sam Neer, Rowan Tull

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UW Film Club Podcast #98: The Happiness of the Katakuris

“By order of Queen Elizabeth, listen to my podcast!”

In this episode, we sit down to discuss Takashi Miike’s 2001 film ‘The Happiness of the Katakuris’, a happy-go-lucky pop-rock musical about love, family, and suppressing the trauma that comes with serially burying dead bodies. We had lots of fun talking about Miike’s ‘elevated tackiness’ aesthetic, and the clash between the film’s various claymation sequences and its early-digital aesthetics. Listen in to hear us talk about this crazy, heartfelt cult classic!

ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Kian Schmeer
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #97: Rubber

“In the Steven Spielberg movie “E.T.,” why is the alien brown? No reason. In Oliver Stone’s “JFK,” why is the President suddenly assassinated by some stranger? No reason. Why record a podcast talking about a killer psionic tire movie? Once again, absolutely no reason.”
In this podcast, we discuss the cinematic merits of Quentin Dupieux’s 2010 film Rubber, a slasher film starring a killer psionic tire named Robert. We had lots of fun talking about its status as a Cannes Festival darling, its marvelous animatronic special effects, and its metatextual, “no reason” philosophy. Listen in to learn more about this hidden gem horror film!
ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Kendall Imus, Andrew Shearer
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #96: Nimona

“Podcasting is not a love language!”

For this week’s UW Film Club podcast, we talk about the 2023 animated film Nimona (Nick Bruno, Troy Quane), discussing its story, progressive queer themes and its overall place within the current Renaissance of mainstream American animation.

On This Episode: Harrison Hall, Drew Favors, Luke Wilhelm
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #94: Top 10 Films of 2022: Part 2

We are again sitting down to talk about our favorite films of 2022. This episode is part 2 of our 2-part series in which we focus on our top 10 films. In this episode, we focus on the top 4 films on our lists. If you’d like to listen to the first episode, I highly recommend it before listening to this one. Lastly, I hope you enjoy our 94th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this episode: Drew Favors, PJ Knapke, Luke Wilhelm, Harrison Hall

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

 

UW Film Club Podcast #93: Top 10 Films of 2022: Part 1

2022 is now long behind us. With that in mind, it was one of the greater years of cinema we have experienced in quite some time. For this podcast, we are sitting down and breaking down our top 10 films of last year, some of our honorable mentions, and our general opinion of recent films with some of our more disliked films entering into the mix. This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series in which we will focus on our top 10 films. In this episode, we are focusing on our honorable mentions and the films that made our 10-5 spots on our lists. I hope you enjoy our 93rd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

 

On this episode: Drew Favors, PJ Knapke, Luke Wilhelm, Harrison Hall

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #92: The Deer Hunter

“Nicky, do you remember the podcast? Remember all the different ways of the podcast? Remember that? Remember? Huh?”

Here on today’s Film Club podcast, we are examining Michael Cimino’s most notable film, The Deer Hunter, and how its release contributes to discussions of early Oscar bait and the changing American landscape of who goes to the cinema and what they see. Here, we talk about the film’s depiction of the Vietnam war and those involved, the film’s brilliant performances by its stellar cast, and how some of its 3-act structure ultimately fell short. By the time you are done with the podcast, hopefully, you will love John Cazale more than you should already. Listen in on the UW Film Club’s 92nd episode!

On this episode: Drew Favors, PJ Knapke

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #91: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

“You are down to your last life. My prescription, no more podcasts for you. You need to retire.”

For today’s podcast, we look over Joel Crawford’s latest 2022 animated film Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, and how its stunning word-of-mouth talk by fans has helped it to be one of the most surprising hits of the last year. In this episode, we go over its breathtaking visual style, amazing storytelling, complex character design, the fact we are getting a Shrek 5, and how the film has helped capture tender moments that can appeal to all ages. All that’s left to ask is, do you like gazpacho? Find out here on the UW Film Club’s 91st podcast episode!

On this episode: Drew Favors, Luke Wilhelm

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #90: Signs

“Morgan, this podcast stuff is just about a bunch of nerds who never had a girlfriend their whole lives.”

For today’s podcast, we look over M. Night Shyamalan’s 2002 invasion film Signs and its cultural impact by fans of the eccentric director’s style. Here, we discuss its beautiful shot composition, timeless framing/VFX, the absurd yet heartfelt dialogue, how it cemented Shyamalan in the world of auteurs, and how the film encompasses the true meaning of faith and family while also begging the question: Does M. Night Shyamalan hate dogs? Find out here on the UW Film Club’s 90th podcast episode!

On this episode: Drew Favors, Bennett Nye

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #89: The Rocky Horror Picture Show

“It’s not easy having a good time! Even podcasting makes my face ache.”

For this podcast, we go back in time to 1975 and dive into the cult phenomenon of our guest, Zoe Williams, favorite film, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. In the podcast, we discuss its enchanting and timeless soundtrack, its legacy in the midnight cinema circuit, and its overall impact on the LGBTQ community and an ever-growing generation of non-conformists. From costuming, acting, and one of Tim Curry’s finest performances, it is all here on the UW Film Club’s 89th podcast.

 

On this episode: Drew Favors, Zoe Williams

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!