Cinematica Animalia

Cinematica Animalia

Welcome to Cinematica Animalia! If you share our love of both science and movie monsters, then tune in as we - two ecologists, one veterinarian, and a writer - explore the ecology and physiology of cinematic creatures; explaining what works, what mostly doesn’t, and how the movie’s plot is subsequently affected. At the end of the day, we just love talking about science.

  1. S5E31- The Movies That Made Us (Series Finale)

    09/08/2022

    S5E31- The Movies That Made Us (Series Finale)

    The Cinematica Team finishes off their series by returning to the movies that inspired, guided, and helped them to become the people they are today. Join them one last time to discuss science and storytelling within a shared love of films. Thank you so much for listening and joining us over these last few years. It has been a joy to share with all of you. TIME POINTS 00:00:57- Introduction 00:04:45- News 00:09:12- Adam's Movie (Bad Mac & Cheese Night) 00:18:24- David's Movie (Scientists Finding Love & Life) 00:29:00- Libby's Movie (A Bards' Journey) 00:35:43- Sam's Movie (Invasive Wildlife Removal) 00:47:25- Movies That Scared Us 00:55:23- Final Goodbye

    53 min
  2. S5E30- Red vs Blue (The Sea Beast- 2022)

    07/28/2022

    S5E30- Red vs Blue (The Sea Beast- 2022)

    This week, the CA Team goes into the belly of the beast, The Sea Beast (2022) that is. It's a whale of tale as we discuss all things cetaceans. What would really happen if you got swallowed by a whale? What is whale culture? How were whales hunted and why? Libby also reveals what happens if Catholics stay under water for too long. TIME POINTS 00:00:40- Introduction 00:02:44- News 00:07:13- Summary & Our Thoughts On The Film 00:14:58- Trivia 00:17:16- The Evolution Of Cetacea 00:27:39- Surviving In A Whale & Whaling History 00:44:23- Sea Monster Exploration (part 2) 00:53:57- Final Thoughts

    57 min
  3. S5E29- Madmartigan's Maternal Mayhem (Willow- 1988)

    07/21/2022

    S5E29- Madmartigan's Maternal Mayhem (Willow- 1988)

    Raise your wands, prepare your blades, and grab your magic babies and join the Cinematica Team as they explore the world of Willow (1998). What would happen to humans if they were mouse sized? Could a brontosaur evolve a taste for meat? Is the Fantasy genre still profitable? All of these questions and more will be explored in the name of Elora Danan. TIME POINTS 00:00:35- Introduction and News 00:05:00- Summary, Our Thoughts, and Trivia! 00:16:08- Brownie Physiology 00:25:00- Eborsisk and Nelwyn Evolution 00:33:56- Being Struck By Lightning 00:44:00- Fantasy Genre: Where Did It Begin & Why Is It Popular? 00:52:26- Final Thoughts

    55 min
  4. S5E28- Crab-tivating Journey (Love, Death, & Robots: Bad Travelling- 2022)

    07/14/2022

    S5E28- Crab-tivating Journey (Love, Death, & Robots: Bad Travelling- 2022)

    The Cinematica team gets "hooked" by the latest season of Love, Death, and Robots and "wade" into Bad Traveling (2022). Join them as they explore "shellfish" crews, basic "claws" of developmental ecology, and how short stories can "chitin" your day. Please don't be "crabby" and come join them. TIME POINTS 00:00:36- Introduction and News 00:03:00- Episode Summary & Trivia 00:09:24- Decapod Reproductive Strategies 00:16:45- Crab Facts 00:27:07- Short Stories 00:32:18- Final Thoughts

    33 min
  5. S5E27- Squatch Out! (Exists- 2014)

    07/07/2022

    S5E27- Squatch Out! (Exists- 2014)

    Check your sasquatch, because it's time to talk about Bigfoot. This week, the CA Team analyzes the found footage from Exists (2014). Adam walks in the creature's footsteps, exploring why these hairy Hendersons might be solitary; as well as why they ended up in North America. Dave's segment might be hard to find as he reveals the hidden patterns behind camouflage in nature and reveals some bear truths. Libby reveals why people love to believe in this elusive myth. And we all agree that no one should ever light their friend's beard on fire or take midnight hikes on the highway. TIME POINTS 00:00:38- Introduction 00:03:13- Exists Summary & What We Did And Didn't Like 00:13:01- Trivia 00:14:57- Sasquatch Populations & Hiding 00:26:27- Cryptic Coloration 00:37:09- Research On Bigfoot Hair 00:40:09- Squatchers & Those That Track Bigfoot 00:52:38- Wrap Up

    57 min
  6. S5E26- Book-In It

    06/30/2022

    S5E26- Book-In It

    The Cinematica team leaves the realm of movie adaptions and returns to the source material with an exploration of their favorite books they wish would be turned into films. TIME POINTS 00:00:38- Introduction & News 00:03:21- Literature Trivia 00:05:56- Galactic Football League Series by Scott Sigler 00:20:28- The Windup Girl by Paolo Bacigalupi 00:32:20- Elf Quest by Wendy and Richard Pini 00:42:43- The Name Of The Wind by Patrick Rothfuss

    55 min
  7. S5E25- Crit-ical Hit (Critters- 1986)

    06/23/2022

    S5E25- Crit-ical Hit (Critters- 1986)

    What do you do when your local farm is invaded by a group of 80's aliens that don't want to phone home, help you become the last starfighter, or fight the decipticons? The answer involves homemade fireworks and a shotgun. Join the Cinematica team this week as they explore the world of Critters including the physiology of rolling, eating till your grow, and what makes a hero. TIME POINTS 00:00:36- Introduction and News 00:07:26 - Galaxy Quest Summary & Discussion 00:14:29 - Trivia 00:17:56 - Ravenous Eating Ecology 00:24:24- Rolling For Locomotion 00:32:49 - Paralytic Potency 00:33:57 - Types Of Heroes 00:46:33 - Final Thoughts

    49 min
  8. S5E24- Grabthar's Hammer Time (Galaxy Quest- 1999)

    06/16/2022

    S5E24- Grabthar's Hammer Time (Galaxy Quest- 1999)

    By Grabthar's hammer and by the suns of Warvan, the CA Team goes intergalactic this week with Galaxy Quest (1999). Listen to our historical document as we probe into dick-headed octopus culture and the very real city of Octlantis. Adam proposes a theory of sentience matching body plans and breaks down the difference between convergent and homologous evolution. We reveal what species is the most violent and murderous towards its own kind; spoiler, it's not us! Learn the different subtypes of satire with Libby. One question remains: are Thermians really just Finnish? TIME POINTS 00:00:36- Introduction 00:03:58 - Galaxy Quest Summary & Discussion 00:13:13 - Trivia 00:17:43 - Octopus Culture 00:24:51 - Convergent Evolution 00:30:30 - Mammalian Violence 00:36:07 - Different Forms of Satire 00:43:08 - Final Thoughts

    48 min
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Welcome to Cinematica Animalia! If you share our love of both science and movie monsters, then tune in as we - two ecologists, one veterinarian, and a writer - explore the ecology and physiology of cinematic creatures; explaining what works, what mostly doesn’t, and how the movie’s plot is subsequently affected. At the end of the day, we just love talking about science.

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  • Creator
    Cinematica Animalia
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2022
  • Episodes
    124
  • Rating
    Explicit
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