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Cinema Effect

Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday.

  1. #236 - A Complete Unknown

    2 DAYS AGO

    #236 - A Complete Unknown

    For our second Bob Dylan film review, we dive into A Complete Unknown, a very well crafted biopic directed by James Mangold. The film chronicles the formative years of Dylan's career with Timothée Chalamet delivering a phenomenally convincing portrayal of the iconic musician (the best performance of his career!). From the impressive singing to the subtle prosthetics (real or not, they’re worth praising), the film captures Dylan’s essence with great authenticity. Shoutouts also to the supporting cast, including Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, and Monica Barbaro. With Mangold’s steady direction and a focus on the mythology of Dylan’s persona, this movie stands as a very solid addition to the growing pantheon of music biopics. Plus, two huge trailers dropped this week for Fantastic Four and Jurassic World Rebirth, as News Chat makes its triumphant return.Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday.Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today.Question Of The Week: What is your ideal day?Post your answer in the comments below to be featured on next week's episode.Next Week's Film: Perfect Days (Stan)Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Xd86SSFt7cFollow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cinema_effect?igshid=lsz7ohc33id6Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC2T2RXUUT7jXwZVl1k9boqQ?sub_confirmation=1Timestamps ;)0:00 - Intro1:34 - A Complete Unknown Review57:31 - News Chat1:07:08 - What We've Been Watching1:17:58 - Question Of The Week#FilmDiscussion #MoviePodcast #ACompleteUnknown

    1h 27m
  2. #235 - Brother Bear

    FEB 3

    #235 - Brother Bear

    Over two decades later, we recruited a special guest to revisit Disney Animation's Brother Bear, a deeply nostalgic childhood favourite that most of us haven’t seen in many years. The film follows Kenai (voiced by Joaquin "Wacky" Phoenix), a young man transformed into a bear as punishment for his ignorant actions, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and brotherhood alongside the adorable/semi-annoying little bear Koda. While the moose duo, Rutt and Tuke (voiced by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas), deliver some quality laughs, we must admit Wacky Phoenix’s performance feels oddly out of place at times. But as one of the last traditionally hand-drawn animated films from Disney, Brother Bear certainly stands as a relic of a bygone era. Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Question Of The Week: What is a movie you watched because of its title? Post your answer in the comments below to be featured on next week's episode. Next Week's Film: A Complete Unknown (cinemaaaaaas) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Xd86SSFt7c Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cinema_effect?igshid=lsz7ohc33id6 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC2T2RXUUT7jXwZVl1k9boqQ?sub_confirmation=1 Leave us a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/cinemaeffect Follow the crew on Letterboxd Liam: https://letterboxd.com/idealisticguy/ Jayden: https://letterboxd.com/jaydentraj/ Zac: https://letterboxd.com/zacfinn17/ Zac's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVxRUtGPG9f_xIiw5NMorwQ Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 3:27 - Brother Bear Review 1:20:50 - What We've Been Watching 1:35:56 - Question Of The Week #FilmDiscussion #MoviePodcast #BrotherBear

    1h 56m
  3. #234 - Mission Impossible II

    JAN 27

    #234 - Mission Impossible II

    Let's do our best to get through Mission Impossible II so we can get to the good stuff in this franchise. In this (arguably) campy sequel, Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) teams up with Thandie Newton to stop a deadly bioweapon. But unfortunately their whirlwind romance feels contrived at best and cringey at worst. From an absurd car chase to melodaramtic villainous monologues, the movie delivers some confusing and laughable moments. Set in Australia, we of course can't help but critique the film's exaggerated portrayal of our homeland, especially Billy’s relentless overuse of the word "mate". Perhaps its biggest crime of all however is the criminal underutilisation of such fantastic actors as Brendan Gleeson and Anthony Hopkins. Needless to say, this is one mission you'll be glad Tom Cruise locked John Woo out of the editing room for, lest we suffer the original three and a half hour version! Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Question Of The Week: What is your favourite childhood movie that you haven’t seen since? Post your answer in the comments below to be featured on next week's episode. Next Week's Film: Brother Bear (Disney+) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Xd86SSFt7c Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cinema_effect?igshid=lsz7ohc33id6 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC2T2RXUUT7jXwZVl1k9boqQ?sub_confirmation=1 Leave us a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/cinemaeffect Follow the crew on Letterboxd Liam: https://letterboxd.com/idealisticguy/ Jayden: https://letterboxd.com/jaydentraj/ Zac: https://letterboxd.com/zacfinn17/ Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 2:55 - Mission Impossible II Review 1:06:01 - News Chat 1:27:36 - What We've Been Watching 1:42:43 - Question Of The Week #FilmDiscussion #MoviePodcast #MissionImpossibleII

    1h 52m
  4. #233 - Conclave

    JAN 20

    #233 - Conclave

    Now that we're officially 25% through the 21st century, its time for Cinema Effect to return to your ears for another year. Our first episode back for 2025 dives into Conclave, a gripping conspiracy thriller that takes viewers inside the secretive process of selecting a new pope. With sharp dialogue and great performances from a stellar cast that includes Ralph Fiennes (the GOAT), Stanley Tucci, and John Lithgow among others, the film balances political intrigue with thought provoking analysis of faith and the Catholic Church. We break down those themes, and the dialogue-driven story. An easy recommendation for anyone fascinated by the inner workings of the Vatican, Conclave left us impressed. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Question Of The Week: What are your most anticipated upcoming movies and TV shows of 2025? Post your answer in the comments below to be featured on next week's episode. Next Week's Film: Mission Impossible 2 (Netflix, Stan, Binge, Paramount+) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Xd86SSFt7c Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cinema_effect?igshid=lsz7ohc33id6 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC2T2RXUUT7jXwZVl1k9boqQ?sub_confirmation=1 Leave us a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/cinemaeffect Follow the crew on Letterboxd Liam: https://letterboxd.com/idealisticguy/ Jayden: https://letterboxd.com/jaydentraj/ Zac: https://letterboxd.com/zacfinn17/ Zac's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVxRUtGPG9f_xIiw5NMorwQ Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 3:35 - Conclave Review 1:00:16 - News Chat 1:12:38 - What We've Been Watching #FilmDiscussion #MoviePodcast #Conclave

    1h 29m
  5. The Cinema Effect Awards 2024

    12/23/2024

    The Cinema Effect Awards 2024

    Welcome to the grand finale of Cinema Effect’s huge 2024 season! It's time for the fifth annual Cinema Effect Awards, the most prestigious event in the world of movie and TV podcasts. In this special ceremony, we unveil our top picks for the biggest and most influential films and TV shows of 2024, setting the stage for awards season and beyond. Whether you're a fan of blockbusters, indie hits, or everything in between, this is the podcast to learn about the year's best in cinema. But that's just the opening act. The true celebration begins as we look back on the highs and lows of everything we reviewed this year. From Best Director to Worst CGI to the Australian Shout-out Award. No category is off limits in our ultimate year end breakdown. Thank you for joining us on this journey through the cinematic landscape of 2024. And fear not, Cinema Effect WILL RETURN for Season 6 in January 2025! Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Next Year's First Film: Conclave (soon to be in cinemaaaaaaas) Follow the crew on Letterboxd Liam: https://letterboxd.com/idealisticguy/ Jayden: https://letterboxd.com/jaydentraj/ Zac: https://letterboxd.com/zacfinn17/ Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 4:04 - Top 5 Movies Of 2024 42:32 - Top 3 TV Shows Of 2024 1:05:43 - Reading Your Favourite Movies & Show Of 2024 1:10:35 - The Cinema Effect Awards Categories

    2 hr
  6. #232 - Mission Impossible

    12/16/2024

    #232 - Mission Impossible

    The countdown to The Final Reckoning has begun. Because we’re going back to where it all began with the first Mission Impossible (1996), the film that laid the groundwork for one of our favourite action franchises. Directed by Brian De Palma, this sleek and streamlined spy thriller follows Tom Cruise (played by Ethan Hunt) as he unravels a web of betrayal within the IMF after a mission goes catastrophically wrong. Unlike the huge scale spectacles of later entries, the big set pieces here lean heavily on tension and espionage, especially the iconic Langley heist. While the mission was, in fact, possible, we dive into how this focused and stylish entry gave the franchise the foundation to become an unstoppable force. Plus, in News Chat we've got an awesome 28 Years Later trailer to discuss, and Golden Globe nominees to react to. All before we hear your favourite movies based on TV shows. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Question Of The Week: What are your favourite movies and shows released in 2024? Post your answer in the comments below to be featured on next week's episode. Follow the crew on Letterboxd Liam: https://letterboxd.com/idealisticguy/ Jayden: https://letterboxd.com/jaydentraj/ Zac: https://letterboxd.com/zacfinn17/ Zac's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVxRUtGPG9f_xIiw5NMorwQ Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 2:16 - Mission Impossible Review 1:02:26 - News Chat 1:21:00 - What We've Been Watching 1:33:59 - Question Of The Week

    1h 45m
  7. #231 - Drive-Away Dolls

    12/09/2024

    #231 - Drive-Away Dolls

    This week we’re reviewing 2024's Drive-Away Dolls, a quirky road trip comedy from Ethan Coen. The film follows two mismatched women on a (barely) cross-country adventure that spirals into shenanigans when they cross paths with a couple of dull criminals seeking some thick cargo. Despite a cast featuring Margaret Qualley, Matt Damon, and Pedro Pascal, the humour often misses the mark, and the story struggles to find its groove. With scenes that fall flat and underwhelming character development, this one is proof that even the Coen name can hit a few potholes. Plus, we'll pose the question of who are the best families in Hollywood, and drop some mind-blowing lore about the deep roots of the Theroux family tree. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Question Of The Week: What is your favourite movie based on a TV show? Post your answer in the comments below to be featured on next week's episode. Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 7:10 - Drive-Away Dolls Review 38:36 - What We've Been Watching 50:00 - Question Of The Week

    1h 6m
  8. #230 - The Great Gatsby

    12/02/2024

    #230 - The Great Gatsby

    We’re diving into Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby, a huge adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel that immersed us in the extravagant world of the roaring 1920s in New York. With Baz’s confident direction and bold world-building, featuring lavish sets, a modern soundtrack, and extensive CGI, the film captures the opulence and decadence of Jay Gatsby’s quest for the American Dream. Leonardo DiCaprio shines as the enigmatic Gatsby, with stellar performances from lovable loser Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, and Joel Edgerton among many other Australian actors. We explore how the film’s grand scale and visual flair compare to the novel’s tone and themes, ultimately analysing a movie that feels as ambitious as Gatsby himself. Record your own podcasts with Zencastr at https://zencastr.com/?via=cinemaeffect to get 30% off today. Timestamps ;) 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - The Great Gatsby Review 1:17:17 - What We've Been Watching 1:27:43 - Question Of The Week

    1h 40m
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Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday.

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    Cinema Effect
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    242
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