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The dearly departed Best Pictures from Cinema's past return as Dan and Kate journey from 1927 to the present exploring the "best" each year had to offer. Explore both the timeless and aimless winners from the past as we lay to rest the best of the best. Will any film be worthy enough to stand the test of time?Intro music by Chaz Hearne ("My Own Way")Artwork by Andres Perez

07/12/2023

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 82: The Hurt Locker (2009)

In today's episode, we don our bomb disposal suits and venture into the intense and gritty terrain of Kathryn Bigelow's masterful war drama – "The Hurt Locker."Released in 2008, "The Hurt Locker" takes us deep into the heart of the Iraq War, following the harrowing experiences of an elite U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team. As we navigate the tension-fueled landscapes of Baghdad, Bigelow skillfully thrusts us into the psychological battlefield, exploring the complex relati...

26 min
23/02/2023

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 81- Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

“Any specific reason?” “Just…because. It is written”. Following the story of a “slum dog” turned nearly millionaire, this movie follows Jamal through a difficult childhood as he serendipitously uses his past in order to complete the quiz show in the present. Is Jamal’s performance on the up and up, or is he hiding something? Will he win the jackpot or lose it all? Is this movie even worth watching? Find out this week on Cinema Cemetery. Current Rankings:Lawe...

33 min
16/02/2023

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 80- No Country For Old Men (2007)

"The coin don't got no say""This coin got here the same way I did"Set in the desert in 1980, No Country For Old Men follows a drug deal gone wrong, a retiring sheriff, and man in the right (wrong) place at the right (wrong) time, and a force of nature. As characters find themselves caught up in the circumstances beyond their scope, all must ask themselves how much control they truly have over the chaotic present. Based on the novel by Cormac McCarthy, No Country For Old Men&n...

31 min
16/01/2023

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 79- The Departed (2006)

“We deal in deception here. What we do not deal in is self-deception”. Welcome to the Irish mob in Boston of the early 2000s. As Billy Costigan (DiCaprio) goes undercover to infiltrate the villainous Frank Costello’s (Nicholson) gang, he has to deal with not only the crimes of the week, but his own self doubt as well. All the while, Colin Sullivan (Damon) works undercover for Costello as a cop. When it becomes clear each group as a mole, it becomes a countdown to some which be cau...

28 min
25/12/2022

Cinema Cemetery: Bonus Episode 5- It's a Wonderful Life! (1946)

"Oh why don't you stop annoying people!" With such memorable quotes like that, what else could it be but It's A Wonderful Life! Kate and Dan revisit the old Christmas Classic to find out just what makes this movie tick. Whether you're a longtime fan, or just a casual listener, but sure to check it out.Merry Christmas Bedford Falls!

35 min
24/12/2022

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 78- Crash (2005)

“Sometimes we feel like we just need to crash into each other in order to feel something”. This opening line from the 2005 Best Picture winner starts off an episodic look at race relations in the early 21st century Los Angeles. With a star studded cast, and a message that everyone would agree with, this film takes a heavy handed approach at a much more nuanced and complicated issue. A surprise-winner back in its day, has Crash stood the test of time? Find out now!Current Ran...

29 min
02/12/2022

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 77- Million Dollar Baby (2004)

“Anyone can lose one fight.” “Always protect yourself.” “Well, you’ve got me” All simple but effective pieces of advice from Frankie (Clint Eastwood) to Maggie (Hillary Swank) as this over-the-hill trainer helps an past-her-prime boxer in the making. Starting as a boxing story, yet morphing into something far more serious, Million Dollar Baby tells the tale of persistence and avoiding regret through multiple characters. And as tragedy strikes, they must ask themselves how to keep ...

34 min
17/11/2022

Cinema Cemetery: Episode 76- The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

“There never was much hope. Just a fool's hope.” “But it is not this day.” “White shores…a far green country, under a swift sunrise”. As Sauron’s army encroaches on the cities of men, Aragorn, Gimli, Legolas, and Gandalf, along with their newfound allies of Rohan seek to rally the troops to defend Gondor. Meanwhile, Frodo and Sam move ever closer to Mt. Doom with their unreliable guide Gollum. Will Frodo finish his journey? Will the Men of Gondor stand against the shadow? Wi...

57 min

The dearly departed Best Pictures from Cinema's past return as Dan and Kate journey from 1927 to the present exploring the "best" each year had to offer. Explore both the timeless and aimless winners from the past as we lay to rest the best of the best. Will any film be worthy enough to stand the test of time?Intro music by Chaz Hearne ("My Own Way")Artwork by Andres Perez

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Dan and Kate
Years Active

2019 - 2023
Episodes

86
Rating

Clean
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