The Concession Stand

C. LeBeau Cousineau
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I fell in love with movies through Star Wars—but it was George Bailey, Glenn Holland, and Jefferson Smith who showed me their soul. Now, I’m opening The Concession Stand, where friends and fellow film lovers join me to talk about the movies that matter. Each episode, we either convince each other—or you—to give a film its due. So grab some popcorn, pour a fizzy drink, and settle in as we celebrate the power of cinema—one story at a time.

Episodes

  1. Iron Lung

    5 MAR

    Iron Lung

    In this episode, Sydney joins LeBeau to discuss Markiplier’s Iron Lung, the film adaptation of the 2022 indie horror game. Building on the game’s minimalist premise, the movie expands the lore of a universe where every known star and habitable planet has vanished, leaving humanity scattered across the void. The story follows Simon (Markiplier), a convicted prisoner sent to pilot a deteriorating submarine across an ocean of blood on a desolate moon, documenting what lies beneath in exchange for a possible pardon. Trapped inside a failing vessel, he must face both the mission and whatever may be waiting in the depths. LeBeau and Sydney also examine what the film’s financial success could mean for the future of independent, self-distributed cinema—and for the moviegoing experience as a whole.

    39 min
  2. Titan A.E.

    19 FEB

    Titan A.E.

    In this episode, LeBeau and Jeff revisit the slightly underrated animated sci-fi adventure Titan A.E., breaking down what the film gets right—and where it maybe stumbles along the way. The story follows Kale Tucker, an orphaned young man and one of the few survivors of Earth’s destruction at the hands of the Dredge, alien beings composed of pure energy. Before humanity was wiped out, its greatest minds launched the Titan, a ship capable of creating a new habitable planet. When Kale discovers he holds the key to finding the Titan, he’s thrust into a race against time to reach it before the Dredge can finish what they started. Featuring a voice cast stacked to the rafters—Matt Damon, Drew Barrymore, Bill Pullman, Nathan Lane, and Ron Perlman—Titan A.E. remains a fascinating sci-fi swing that never quite got its due, and one well worth revisiting.

    38 min
  3. Jojo Rabbit

    5 FEB

    Jojo Rabbit

    In this episode, LeBeau and Steeton discuss the heart, humor, and craft behind Jojo Rabbit, widely considered one of Taika Waititi’s strongest films. Set in the final days of World War II, the film follows Jojo Betzler, a young German boy whose imaginary best friend is Adolf Hitler—played by Waititi himself. After an accident at a Nazi youth training camp leaves him sidelined, Jojo begins to question the beliefs he’s been taught when he discovers his mother, Rosie (Scarlett Johansson), is hiding a Jewish girl in their home. As the war draws to a close, Jojo is forced to confront propaganda, fear, and identity, ultimately deciding what he truly believes and where he stands.

    36 min
  4. Mr. Holland's Opus

    22 JAN

    Mr. Holland's Opus

    In this episode, Jeff joins LeBeau as they discuss the fantastic, but little-known, 1995 Richard Dreyfuss classic, Mr. Holland's Opus. The film follows Glenn Holland (Dreyfus), a composer and former studio musician, through his 30-year career as a high school music teacher at John F Kennedy High, highlighting the lives he has touched.

    44 min
  5. The Tron Franchise

    8 JAN

    The Tron Franchise

    In this episode, LeBeau and Jacob discuss the highs and lows of the Tron franchise, with a primary focus on the most recent entry, Tron: Ares (2025). They explore the music, visuals, and core themes of the series as a whole, and examine how well Ares lives up to that legacy.

    33 min
  6. It's A Wonderful Life

    25/12/2025

    It's A Wonderful Life

    In this deeply personal episode, LeBeau and Dallen explore the deep themes and meaningful scenes from the 1946 Christmas classic that changed LeBeau's outlook on movies and life forever.

    30 min
  7. Star Wars

    11/12/2025

    Star Wars

    In this episode, LeBeau and Samaria tackle the cinematic behemoth that is Star Wars. LeBeau gives a quick recap of the plot of A New Hope and dives into the impact the film had on the cinematic landscape of the late ’70s, along with its lasting legacy on movies as a whole. He also explores the themes that make Star Wars so iconic.

    34 min
  8. The Concession Stand | Official Trailer

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    The Concession Stand | Official Trailer

    Each episode, I bring a friend to the table to talk about the films that shaped us—and try to convince each other (or you) to watch them. Premieres December 11 on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. New episodes every two weeks. Grab your popcorn—it’s showtime.

    1 min

Trailer

About

I fell in love with movies through Star Wars—but it was George Bailey, Glenn Holland, and Jefferson Smith who showed me their soul. Now, I’m opening The Concession Stand, where friends and fellow film lovers join me to talk about the movies that matter. Each episode, we either convince each other—or you—to give a film its due. So grab some popcorn, pour a fizzy drink, and settle in as we celebrate the power of cinema—one story at a time.

Information

  • Creator
    C. LeBeau Cousineau
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © UPLIFT Media Group LLC
  • Show Website
    The Concession Stand