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Alex and Eli are both lifelong movie lovers who are known to enthusiastically speak at length about a movie and its merits in the hopes to convince others to go watch them. This is a podcast about 18 of those films and why they should be the next film up on your “to watch” list. 

  1. 12/05/2024

    Cemetery of Splendor

    Send a text In the final episode of the first season of 18 Movies, Eli and Alex delve into Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s hypnotic Thai film "Cemetery of Splendor" (2015). This meditative work tells the story of soldiers afflicted by a mysterious sleeping illness and the women who care for them. Equal parts reflection on the experience of sleepwalking through life and a commentary on the Thai people's relationship with their government, the film uses transcendental style and the mesmerizing pace of slow cinema to leave viewers in a dreamlike state of deep contemplation and tender emotion.

    48 min

  2. 11/14/2024

    Reconstruction

    Send a text "Remember, everything is just a movie. A creation. It hurts, anyway." This quote from the opening narration of the Danish film "Reconstruction" (2003), directed by Christoffer Boe, sets the tone for today's episode. The story of a man and woman falling in love, yet the woman is married to a writer who is really the one in control of the films narrative. As beautiful as it is perplexing, Alex and Eli are here to unravel the mysteries of this underrated arthouse gem. If you’re a fan of non-traditional narratives, this one is for you.

    40 min

  3. 10/31/2024

    High and Low

    Send a text Alex and Eli discuss Akira Kurosawa’s “High and Low”’, a police procedural that goes far beyond meticulous detective work. In this episode, we explore how Kurosawa uses impeccable blocking and stunning cinematography to craft a powerful commentary on class, wealth, and power—one that remains as relevant today as it was in 1963.

    39 min

  4. 10/17/2024

    Vagabond

    Send a text Join Alex and Eli as they explore "Vagabond" (1985), a powerful film from legendary director Agnès Varda. This story of a female drifter unfolds through the eyes of those she meets during the final months of her life. Blurring the lines between fiction and documentary, Vagabond features many non-actors, creating a raw, authentic portrait of isolation. Tune in to discover why this film has earned its spot on Sight and Sound's top 100 films of all time list.

    41 min

  5. 10/03/2024

    The Wages of Fear

    Send a text Join Alex and Eli as they dive deep into "The Wages of Fear" (1953), a suspense masterpiece by the legendary Henri-Georges Clouzot. This landmark film helped shape the thriller genre for decades to come. In this episode, we explore the cinematic ingenuity behind its nerve-racking tension, its powerful social commentary, and why it remains one of the most gripping and influential pieces of French cinema ever made.

    30 min

  6. 09/19/2024

    Yi Yi

    Send a text Take a trip to Taiwan with Alex and Eli as they discuss "Yi Yi" (2000), the final masterpiece from the late Edward Yang. This film, both epic in scale yet intimate in scope, follows the everyday lives of a middle-class Taipei family as they grapple with life, death, love, loneliness, and family. Despite its simple premise and restrained style, "Yi Yi" touches on universal themes that resonate deeply with audiences. Tune in to learn what makes this story of a small family leave such a big impact.

    41 min

  7. 09/05/2024

    Tokyo Godfathers

    Send a text Join Eli and Alex as they discuss "Tokyo Godfathers" (2003), an anime feature from the late, great Satoshi Kon. This heartwarming and humorous film follows three homeless misfits who find an abandoned baby and embark on an adventure to return it home. In this episode, we explore the film's themes of humanity, empathy, and the families we choose versus the ones we're born into, while also examining how it cleverly uses cinematic conventions to tell an unconventional story.

    41 min

  8. 08/22/2024

    Being There

    Send a text Join Alex and Eli as they explore the hilarious world of misunderstandings and gardening in "Being There" (1979), directed by Hal Ashby and starring Peter Sellers. Discover the deep humor and relevance of this film, which tackles themes of misinterpretation, false prophets, and, yes, gardening. Take a chance, give this a listen and prepare to laugh.

    41 min
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Alex and Eli are both lifelong movie lovers who are known to enthusiastically speak at length about a movie and its merits in the hopes to convince others to go watch them. This is a podcast about 18 of those films and why they should be the next film up on your “to watch” list. 

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    Eli Kibrick
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