Scene by Scene

Justin Johnson & Joe Lefeber
  • 4.1 (17)
  • Film Reviews
  • Updated Biweekly

Scene by Scene is not a traditional movie review podcast. It’s a film discussion podcast with two independent filmmakers fascinated by the filmmaking process. On the first Friday of every month, Joe and Justin break down the elements of one movie to better understand how films are made, what makes a “good” one, and what makes a “bad” one. After examining the film's story and themes, visual technique, and historical, cultural, or personal significance, they discuss what they've learned.

  1. 1d ago

    Wanda (1970) | Dir. Barbara Loden

    In this episode, we discuss Barbara Loden’s Wanda, including the connections to Loden's own life, the film’s compassionate portrayal of working-class Americans, and the narrative element we found least effective. See where Wanda is available to watch. Supplemental Material: • The Criterion Collection's Wanda Blu-ray • Barbara Loden at the AFI (The Criterion Channel) • I Am Wanda (The Criterion Channel) • The Frontier Experience (1975) | Dir. Barbara Loden (The Criterion Channel) • The Boy Who Liked Deer (1975) | Dir. Barbara Loden • Wanda: A Miracle by Amy Taubin • Defogging Wanda by Ross Lipman Additional Audio Sources: • Wanda (Criterion Channel Transfer) • Barbara Loden at the AFI (The Criterion Channel) If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow the Scene by Scene Instagram account for announcements and updates. Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    1h 44m

  2. May 1

    Talk to Her (2002) | Dir. Pedro Almodóvar

    In this episode, we discuss Pedro Almodóvar’s Talk to Her, including the themes of loneliness and connection, how the film conceals and reveals information, and how Almodóvar avoids villainizing his characters. See where Talk to Her is available to watch. Additional Audio Sources: • Talk to Her (Digital Transfer) If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow the Scene by Scene Instagram account for announcements and updates. Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    1h 31m

  3. Apr 18

    Last Night at the Alamo (1983) | Dir. Eagle Pennell

    In this episode, we discuss Eagle Pennell's Last Night at the Alamo, including character introductions, the parallels between Cowboy and Pennell, and the film's anti-Hollywood aesthetic. See where Last Night at the Alamo is available to watch. Supplemental Material: • Last Night at the Alamo (Remaster) • The King of Texas: The Life and Death of Independent Filmmaker Eagle Pennell • Inside/Outside • Last Night at the Alamo Q&A • How Austin Movies Shaped the City's Culture and Identity by Michael Barnes • How A Little-Known Film From The 1970s Kickstarted The Austin Film Scene by Terri Langford & Laura Rice • In Memoriam by Chronicle Staff • Eagle Pennell, the Last Cowboy by Nadine Smith • Remembering a Different 'Alamo,' 40 years Later by Nathan Cone • The Most Authentically Texan Movie You’ve Never Heard Of by Sean O'Neal • King for a Day by Steve McVicker • Indie Legend Who Inspired Sundance, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ And More Will Have Classic Films Restored by Louis Black • The Defiant Defeatist: Eagle Pennell by Daniel Stuyck • Fade to Black by Steve McVicker Additional Audio Sources: • Last Night at the Alamo Remaster Teaser • Last Night at the Alamo (Remaster) If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow the Scene by Scene Instagram account for announcements and updates. Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    1h 39m

  4. Apr 3 ·  Bonus

    Announcement | Last Night at the Alamo Delayed

    This brief episode is to announce that our discussion of Eagle Pennell's Last Night at the Alamo is delayed. Thank you for your understanding. Follow the Scene by Scene Instagram account for future updates. Additional Audio Sources: • Last Night at the Alamo • Last Night at the Alamo Restoration Teaser If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    3 min

  5. Mar 6

    Damnation (1988) | Dir. Béla Tarr

    In this episode, we discuss Béla Tarr's Damnation, including Tarr's use of camera movement, the depiction of sex, and how the opening shot establishes pace, tone, and character. See where Damnation is available to watch. Supplemental Material: • Arbelos' Damnation Blu-ray • Tarr Béla, I Used to Be a Filmmaker (2013) • Béla Tarr: “The Camera Was a Tool To Change the World” • Béla Tarr Interview with Gary Pollard • Béla Tarr Regis Dialogue with Howard Feinstein Additional Audio Sources: • Arbelos' Damnation Blu-ray If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    1h 56m

  6. Feb 6

    Beware of a Holy Whore (1971) | Dir. Rainer Werner Fassbinder

    In this episode, we discuss Rainer Werner Fassbinder's Beware of a Holy Whore, including the autobiographical elements, Fassbinder's painterly compositions, and how the film makes the viewer an active participant. See where Beware of a Holy Whore is available to watch. Supplemental Material: • "Eclipse Series 39: Early Fassbinder" by Michael Koresky • "Hanna Schygulla: How Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s Favourite Actor “Survived” His Abuse" by Thomas Coll • End of the Commune? (1970) • Fassbinder in 5: Michael Koresky on an Aesthetic Revolution (The Criterion Channel) • Life Stories: A Conversation with R.W. Fassbinder (The Criterion Channel) Additional Audio Sources: • Santa Lucia by Elvis Presley • Let's Go Get Stoned by Ray Charles If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    1h 30m

  7. Jan 30 ·  Bonus

    End of Year Review | 2025

    In this episode, we each reveal our top three films discussed on the podcast in 2025, reflect on the best and worst movies we watched throughout the year, and share our closing thoughts on 2025. We also included a few small segments rescued from 2025’s cutting room floor. Additional Audio Sources: • Avatar Trailer • Sneak Previews -"Best of 1980" (12-30-80) • Entertainment Tonight – “Leonard Maltin on the 10 Worst Movies of 1985” • CNBC Television - “How Netflix is Disrupting the Film Industry” • Return to Silent Hill Teaser Trailer If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    1h 47m

  8. Jan 2

    A Karate Christmas Miracle (2019) | Dir. Julie Kimmel

    In this episode, we discuss Julie Kimmel's A Karate Christmas Miracle, including Eric Roberts, the film's treatment of Abby, and the Ken Del Vecchio cinematic universe. See where A Karate Christmas Miracle is available to watch. Supplemental Material: • Justice For All Productions & Ken Del Vecchio YouTube Channel • Justice For All Productions Website • Hoboken International Film Festival Website • Local Filmmaker Judge Quits So He Can Promote Flick Ridiculing Obama • Acting in Film: An Actor's Take on Movie Making by Michael Caine (Book) • Judge Kenny D - Personality Sizzle Reel • Kenneth Del Vecchio - Bio Video Additional Audio Sources: • A Karate Christmas Miracle Trailer • A Karate Christmas Miracle (Tubi Transfer) If you'd like to support the show, subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share the podcast with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any thoughts, comments, or questions about the show, you can email us at scenebyscenepodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Letterboxd: Joe | Justin

    2h 19m
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Scene by Scene is not a traditional movie review podcast. It’s a film discussion podcast with two independent filmmakers fascinated by the filmmaking process. On the first Friday of every month, Joe and Justin break down the elements of one movie to better understand how films are made, what makes a “good” one, and what makes a “bad” one. After examining the film's story and themes, visual technique, and historical, cultural, or personal significance, they discuss what they've learned.

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  • Creator
    Justin Johnson & Joe Lefeber
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Scene by Scene
  • Show Website
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