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Cinema Fix Film Geek Radio
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Are you a movie addict? Do you get the shakes if you're not at the theater every weekend? Does your spirit long for cinematic enlightenment? If so, don't worry. We're here to help you get your fix. Join Andrew and Monica every week for the purest discussion and in-depth analysis of the latest mainstream and blockbuster films. Don't want to be spoiled? No problem! Each episode is split into two separate segments. The first is just a 10-minute general discussion letting you know whether or not a movie is worth your hard-earned cash. The second is when they dive deep into spoiler territory and really pick apart what does and doesn't work at both a craft and thematic level. Come on, you know you want it. And the best part is, this drug is legal.
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Episode #81: Guardians of the Galaxy (Part 2)
I am Groot! As is the custom whenever a new superhero movie is released, Rod Morrow joins Andrew and Monica to debate its merits. Guardians of the Galaxy introduces audience to a whole new side of the Marvel universe. One thing's for certain -- it does have a lot of comic relief and personality. But is that enough to make it a good movie? The gang debates everything from the villains to the characterization to Marvel's overall plan. Is Thanos a compelling threat yet? What's up with Gamora's motivations? How is the movie clearly aimed towards people who are already familiar with the Marvel universe? And why, oh why, is Howard the Duck here? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro
3:55 - Rod's thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy
12:38 - Poorly-drawn characters?
21:20 - Ronan and Marvel's choice of villains
26:35 - Lack of world-building (unless you're a comic fan)
33:20 - A good movie, or empty personality?
41:55 - Whether Marvel films are defined by mere anticipation
47:05 - The direction and visual style
49:54 - Do we even need Phase 2?
1:02:46 - Other random thoughts
1:16:44 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com or leaving a voicemail at 336-793-2509. Thanks for listening! -
Episode #81: Calvary, Lucy, Guardians of the Galaxy (Part 2)
Andrew and Monica return with spoiler-free thoughts on three of late summer's cinematic offerings. First, they discuss the new film from director John Michael McDonagh, Calvary, which stars Brendan Gleeson as an Irish priest. They then turn their attention to Luc Besson's Lucy and figure out what percentage of your brain should be turned off to enjoy it. And finally, they give some quick thoughts on Marvel's latest superhero installment, Guardians of the Galaxy. Is this movie that will change Andrew's mind about Phase 2, or is it just more of the same? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro
2:10 - General thoughts on Calvary
7:50 - General thoughts on Lucy
12:45 - General thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy
19:50 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com or leaving a voicemail at 336-793-2509. Thanks for listening! -
Episode #80: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (Part 2)
Special guest Charlie Nash stopped by for the second part of our Cinema Fix episode on Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and the resulting discussion was pretty bananas. As great as the visual effects are, is performance capture technology ever going to feel timeless? Is the film's bleak tone an appropriate one given the ridiculous nature of the property? How does Matt Reeves' direction elevate poor writing? And what is it trying to say about the nature of violence, and do the climactic moments undermine the intended message? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro
3:05 - Charlie's general thoughts
5:52 - Performance capture technology -- how good is it?
20:06 - Characterization (or lack thereof)
23:32 - The opening scene, apes on horseback
26:53 - The gun control message and tone of the violence
30:06 - Koba and Blue Eyes
37:09 - A hypocritical view of violence?
53:06 - Andrew nitpicks a human reaction
58:49 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com or leaving a voicemail at 336-793-2509. Thanks for listening! -
Episode #80: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (Part 1)
In this episode, Andrew and Monica discuss Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, the second film in the reboot of the popular franchise. Taking place a decade after the events of Rise of the Planet of the Apes, the film follows Caesar and his civilization of super apes when an encounter with humanity's last survivors leads them down the path to war. Does Matt Reeves' direction make it a film worth seeing? What makes a great summer movie, anyway? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro
3:17 - General thoughts on The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
12:23 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com or leaving a voicemail at 336-793-2509. Thanks for listening! -
Episode #79: Summer Movie Comeback
Cinema Fix is back! In this episode, Andrew and Monica return after a months-long hiatus to give some quick thoughts on some of the hottest films of the summer. First, Monica gives the lowdown on Maleficent while Andrew reveals his take on Edge of Tomorrow. Then they both discuss X-Men: Days of Future Past, Neighbors, 22 Jump Street, Snowpiercer, and a few more multiplex offerings. Which should you see right away? Which should you avoid? Tune in to find out.
SHOW NOTES:
0:22 - Intro
3:15 - Maleficent
6:20 - Edge of Tomorrow
10:48 - X-Men: Days of Future Past
17:58 - Neighbors
22:07 - 22 Jump Street
34:38 - Other movies
37:34 - Show close
DON'T FORGET: You can contact the show by emailing cinemafix@filmgeekradio.com or leaving a voicemail at 336-793-2509. Thanks for listening! -
Update: Summer 2014 Announcement
Andrew has an update on what's going on at Film Geek Radio this summer.
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