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Jacob, Kieran, and Sam explore topics in film history, criticism, and theory through weekly movie reviews!

  1. JAN 30

    From Oldboy to Decision to Leave: The Cinema of Park Chan-wook

    Jacob, Kieran, and Sam delve into the cinematic works of Park Chan-wook, focusing on his notable films such as Oldboy, The Handmaiden, and Decision to Leave. We explore the themes, character complexities, and visual storytelling techniques that define his films, as well as the impact of Oldboy on global cinema, the use of humor in dark narratives, and the cultural context of Korean cinema. Read us here: https://secondcutpod.substack.com/ Follow us everywhere @SecondCutPod Music: Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k Chapters 00:00 Exploring Park Chan-wook's Cinematic Range 02:52 The Vengeance Trilogy: Themes and Impact 06:07 Character Complexity and Moral Ambiguity 08:55 Visual Style and Symbolism in Park Chan-wook's Films 12:02 The Role of Humor in Dark Themes 15:05 Cinematic Techniques: Zooms and Recontextualization 18:01 Realism in Action: Vulnerability of Characters 21:06 Cultural Context and Global Influence 23:58 Conclusion: Park Chan-wook's Legacy 29:31 Exploring Psychological Thrillers 31:46 The Shock Factor of Oldboy 36:36 Unpacking the Plot Twists 41:37 Character Analysis: Odeh Su 46:30 Cinematic Techniques and Influences 55:40 Themes of Memory and Identity 01:01:42 Exploring The Handmaiden's Themes 01:08:05 Cultural Context and Historical Significance 01:15:19 Character Dynamics and Performances 01:21:31 Narrative Structure and Twists 01:27:57 Dark Humor and Absurdity in Storytelling 01:30:43 Final Thoughts on The Handmaiden 01:33:24 First Impressions and Rewatch Value 01:34:37 Character Dynamics and Relationships 01:36:56 Plot Twists and Moral Dilemmas 01:39:57 Technological Elements in Storytelling 01:43:05 Hitchcockian Influences 01:48:34 Visual Storytelling and Cinematic Techniques 01:55:06 Final Thoughts and Interpretations

    2h 3m

  2. JAN 22

    100 Episodes Later: What Makes a Movie a Favorite?

    100 (YouTube) episodes in, we're doing something surprisingly tough: choosing and watching our favorite movies.Jacob chose The Big Lebowski, Kieran chose North by Northwest, and Sam chose A Matter of Life and Death; three totally different classics that have all earned lifetime rewatch status for very different reasons.This isn't an argument over which is best, it's a dicussion of what makes a favorite from craft, comfort, timing, identity, and the weird personal mythology that makes a movie stick.Read us here: https://secondcutpod.substack.com/Follow us everywhere @SecondCutPodMusic:Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboiCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k

    1h 51m

  3. JAN 19

    Steven Seagal: The Rise, the Lie, and the Collapse

    Steven Seagal was once positioned as a major action star, how did that image form, and why did it collapse so completely? In this episode, we break down Steven Seagal’s career by focusing on three films that define his arc: Under Siege as the commercial peak, On Deadly Ground as the ego-driven turning point, and End of a Gun as the late-career endpoint. By putting these movies side by side, we examine how Seagal’s on-screen persona was constructed, why it never held up to scrutiny, and how the myth outlived the movies themselves. This discussion looks beyond individual scenes or performances and instead traces the broader cultural perception of Steven Seagal; his exaggerated backstory, his creative control, and the widening gap between reputation and reality. Audio-only cut of our full Steven Seagal episode. Read us here: https://secondcutpod.substack.com/ Follow us everywhere @SecondCutPod Music:Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi / wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music • Awakening (Instrumental) - Wataboi [N...

    1h 28m

  4. JAN 15

    Remembering Rob Reiner

    Rob Reiner lived a great life and had an incredible career in media. We're honoring him by watching Misery, When Harry Met Sally, and A Few Good Men.Read us here: https://secondcutpod.substack.com/Follow us everywhere @SecondCutPodMusic:Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi / wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Music promoted by FDL Music • Awakening (Instrumental) - Wataboi [N...

    1h 46m

  5. 12/29/2023

    2023 Film Review

    As 2023 reaches its end, we are reviewing what new movies we watched. Barbenheimer, How to Blow Up a Pipeline, Dungeons & Dragons, and more are discussed! TFM Redbubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/thefilmmagazine/shop TFM PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KXVY2DGJ2TNAA Music: Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k bedtime after a coffee by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeen/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

    1h 30m

  6. 12/22/2023

    Modern Christmas Movies

    Christmastime is here, so we're looking at three modern Christmas films and discussing listener questions. Movies discussed include Anna and the Apocalypse, Tokyo Godfathers, and A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas. TFM Redbubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/thefilmmagazine/shop TFM PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KXVY2DGJ2TNAA Music: Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k bedtime after a coffee by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeen/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

    1h 29m

  7. 12/08/2023

    Silent Cinema Touchstones

    The silent era was a long growing process for movies, and we're taking you on a tour of the eras before film sound. Early silent movies will be explored through George Melies and A Trip to the Moon, pre-20s Hollywood are represented by Mabel Normand, and late avant garde cinema of the 20s through Abel Gance and Napoleon. TFM Redbubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/thefilmmagazine/shop TFM PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KXVY2DGJ2TNAA Music: Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k bedtime after a coffee by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeen/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

    2h 1m

  8. 12/01/2023

    Troma Entertainment

    Troma Entertainment is a shlock comedy horror studio that began in the 70s, and has disrupted cinema for nearly 50 years. Films discussed include the Toxic Avenger series, the Nuke 'Em High series, and Cannibal! the Musical. TFM Redbubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/thefilmmagazine/shop TFM PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KXVY2DGJ2TNAA Music: Awakening (Instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Music promoted by FDL Music https://youtu.be/X2oQNUOmk2k bedtime after a coffee by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeen/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

    1h 31m
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Jacob, Kieran, and Sam explore topics in film history, criticism, and theory through weekly movie reviews!

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  • Creator
    Second Cut
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
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