218 episodes
Zebras In America Zebras In America
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- TV & Film
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4.9 • 50 Ratings
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“Dude, you can get past a dog. Nobody f's with a lion.” - Grandma's Boy
“You notice things if you pay attention.” - In The Mood For Love
Marcus Pinn likes movies. Scott Thorough likes movies. Marcus writes about movies (Pinnland Empire, The Pink Smoke), and Scott sometimes scores movies (Newlyweeds, Manos Sucias). They both have a background in hyper underground rap music, and enjoy sandwiches. Through a deep love of rap music, wrestling, and dissecting low and high brow cinema, Marcus and Scott developed an interesting kinship. After a bar conversation about movies where a stranger interrupted to tell them how much they enjoyed listening, they decided, “hey let's see if other people want to listen to our zany thoughts about film”. “Zebras In America” is a stream of consciousness rap on film and anywhere it may take a conversation.
"Zebras In America Opening Theme" music by Scott, scratches by Marcus.
Logo created by DJ SNAFU
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Popcorn Eschaton 37 - 'Valhalla Rising' And 'Escape' (aka 'Flukt')
On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John take a journey to medieval Scandinavia for tales of flight both physical and spiritual. First they discuss Nicolas Winding Refn's 2009 film 'Valhalla Rising,' then focus on the 2012 post-Black Death survival picture 'Escape.' Go North, grab a sword, and RUN!
Logo designed by Jesse Arnold
(https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/)
Theme music is "Sun Blood" by Oxeneers
(https://oxeneers1.bandcamp.com/
Clip at the end is the song "Havenless," from Enslaved's album 'Below the Lights' (2003), available from Osmose Productions:
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Popcorn Eschaton 36 - 'The Witch' And 'Häxan'
It's time to rail against the patriarchy and celebrate the power of conjuring on Popcorn Eschaton! Scott and John take a look at the 2015 Robert Eggers horror film 'The Witch,' how it ushered in a new wave of anxiety-filled horror films, and whether or not it ends "happily" for its young protagonist. Then they discuss the landmark silent film 'Häxan,' Benjamin Christensen's extraordinarily stylish pseudo-documentary that excoriates the persecution of women, the poor, and the elderly under the guise of witchunting. Listen, if you would like to live deliciously...
Logo designed by Jesse Arnold
(https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/)
Theme music is "Sun Blood" by Oxeneers
(https://oxeneers1.bandcamp.com/ -
Popcorn Eschaton 35 - 'Grave Of The Fireflies' And 'Zone Of Interest'
On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John take a hard look at two very hard-to-watch films. First, they discuss Isao Takahata's animated classic of war, suffering, and the love between siblings, 'Grave of the Fireflies.' Then they shift focus to Jonathan Glazer's Academy Award-winning 2023 film 'Zone of Interest,' and why it doesn't have the emotional impact Takahata's film does.
Logo designed by Jesse Arnold
(https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/)
Theme music is "Sun Blood" by Oxeneers
(https://oxeneers1.bandcamp.com/ -
Popcorn Eschaton 34 - 'The Bingo Long Traveling All - Stars & Motor Kings' With Marcus Pinn
It's America's pastime on another Popcorn in America crossover! The great Marcus Pinn returns, this time to discuss a movie from his childhood, 'The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings!' He, Scott, and John get into how baseball can embody the most optimistic view of the American Dream, as well as being emblematic of its history of racism and discrimination. 'Bingo Long' is a movie that embodies baseball's dual nature: the freewheeling fun of its charismatic cast, as well as the poverty and exploitation experienced by its characters. It's worth discovering!
Marcus Pinn's 'Night Music' can be purchased here:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/album/night-music
Logo designed by Jesse Arnold
(https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/)
Theme music is "Sun Blood" by Oxeneers
(https://oxeneers1.bandcamp.com/ -
Popcorn Eschaton 33 - 'Civil War' With Marcus Pinn
It's another Popcorn/Zebras crossover as Scott and John are joined by the great Marcus Pinn to discuss Alex Garland's new film 'Civil War'! Is there substance to its violent imagery? Does Garland, as an Englishman, have any special insight into American culture? How many stars does the mere presence of one De La Soul song add to a film's rating? All these questions will be answered, which is more answers than you'll get from this movie!
Marcus Pinn's 'Night Music' can be purchased here:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/album/night-music
Logo designed by Jesse Arnold
(https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/)
Theme music is "Sun Blood" by Oxeneers
(https://oxeneers1.bandcamp.com/ -
Popcorn Eschaton 32 - 'Only Yesterday' And 'My Neighbor Totoro'
Scott and John continue to explore the world of animation, this time journeying to the Japanese countryside to celebrate a pair of Studio Ghibli films. First, they discuss the 1991 Isao Takahata-directed classic film of nostalgia and self-discovery, 'Only Yesterday.' Then they explore perhaps the most signature Ghibli film (and character), the Hayoo Miyazaki classic 'My Neighbor Totoro.'
Logo designed by Jesse Arnold
(https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/)
Theme music is "Sun Blood" by Oxeneers
(https://oxeneers1.bandcamp.com/
Music sample comes from the track "A Soaking Wet Creature" from the 'My Neighbor Totoro' soundtrack, composed by Joe Hisaish
Customer Reviews
The Jim Jarmosch of movie podcasts
My favorite movie podcast love y’all dynamic laid back meandering vibe and the way you shine a light on other things bigger than movies
Ahead of the game and candid convo
These guys, Marcus and Scott, flow over so many different genres of film and also different life experiences during their musings and reviews. They are not pretentious, but extremely well versed. They are honest in their takes- some of which are hot. Their close friendship is very endearing. Some eps feature guests that include directors and critics who are legendary in the field of cinema.
We really do like sandwiches
Pork chop sandwiches