Straight to Video

Hyperreal Film Club
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Hastened by the 2020 pandemic, the motion picture industry has begun the seismic shift to straight-to-streaming models, a change that will be fully realized in just a few years. Straight to Video will monitor and guide the public during this shift, bringing HFC’s trademark critical and educational sensibilities to the discussion. Expect lively debates, distinguished local guests, and an eye toward community involvement on a weekly basis.

  1. 04/23/2021

    Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure (1984)

    Guest programmer Zac Traeger (The Museum of Human Achievement) joins Jenni, David, and Tanner to explore 1984’s "Caravan of Courage," the first of two made-for-TV Ewok movies.

    1h 36m

  2. 04/16/2021

    Banned Films: Cry Baby Lane (2000, Nickelodeon)

    Jenni, David, and Tanner explore the banned 2000 Nickelodeon film “Cry Baby Lane.”

    1h 18m

  3. 04/09/2021

    Smart House (dir. LeVar Burton, 1999, Disney)

    Jenni, David, and Tanner explore the 1999 Disney Channel Original film “Smart House,” directed by Hyperreal favorite LeVar Burton.

    1h 19m

  4. 04/02/2021

    M.A.N.T.I.S. (AKA The First Black Primetime Superhero)

    Considered to be primetime’s first Black superhero, Jenni, David, and Tanner talk the 1994 TV movie “M.A.N.T.I.S.”

    1h 23m

  5. 03/26/2021

    Left Behind (20th Anniversary)

    To commemorate its 20th anniversary, guest programmer Emily Basma joins Jenni, David, and Tanner to explore Christian blockbuster “Left Behind.”  Be sure to also explore Emily’s 2020 film series "The Feminine Mashriq" at https://hyperrealfilm.club/the-feminine-mashriq

    1h 46m

  6. 03/12/2021

    Tom & Jerry

    Guest programmer Caroline Gormley joins Jenni, David, and Tanner to explore 2021’s biggest film, “Tom & Jerry.”

    1h 36m

  7. 03/05/2021

    Neil Breen’s Double Down (15th Anniversary)

    To commemorate its 15th anniversary, Jenni, David, and Tanner explore Neil Breen’s 2006 debut “Double Down.”

    1h 31m

  8. 02/12/2021

    Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (1997)

    To commemorate the Disney+ re-release, Jenni, David, and Tanner explore the landmark 1997 smash “Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella.” Join them for an appreciation of Brandy, Whitney, and Whoopi greatness. And Barbara Streisand’s underground mall.

    1h 14m
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About

Hastened by the 2020 pandemic, the motion picture industry has begun the seismic shift to straight-to-streaming models, a change that will be fully realized in just a few years. Straight to Video will monitor and guide the public during this shift, bringing HFC’s trademark critical and educational sensibilities to the discussion. Expect lively debates, distinguished local guests, and an eye toward community involvement on a weekly basis.

Information

  • Creator
    Hyperreal Film Club
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Hyperreal Film Club
  • Show Website
    Straight to Video