"You are dead center of the greatest scientific event in the history of man." For Episode 375, Brandon and David are joined by Paige Klaniecki to discuss Alex Garland's Ex Machina for CineNation's Hard Sci-Fi series. Paige is a screenwriter, podcaster, and voice actress based in Los Angeles, and she serves as a co-writer and associate producer on the Mission: Rejected spy comedy podcast, while also serving as a voice actress on the show. Listen as Brandon, David, and Paige discuss Garland's inspirations behind the film, the movie's casting process, how the crew created the environment of the film, how A24 became a major player in getting the film released, and much more. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Talking about Coherence - (00:00:10) Introducing Paige Klaniecki - (00:03:45) Recap of Hard Sci-Fi Movies (00:05:44) Intro to Ex Machina (00:08:03) How Ex Machina Got to Production (00:13:40) Favorite Scenes (00:25:16) On Set Life - (00:51:22) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:00:19) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:07:24) Film Facts (01:15:13) Awards (01:15:56) Final Questions on the Movie (01:21:01) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:27:47) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast Visit to find out more about Mission: Rejected!
"I'm the first person to be alone on an entire planet." For Episode 374, Thomas and Brandon continue their hard sci-fi series with THE MARTIAN. Listen as they discuss how the film impacted the careers of Ridley Scott and Matt Damon, the wild story of how the original story developed over time, how they built the massive sets for the film, how Scott ran an efficient, how the film became a surprise hit at the box, the controversy the film had during awards season, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - SNL Overhaul and Studio Comedies - (00:00:10) Recap of Hard Sci-Fi Movies (00:09:18) Intro to The Martian (00:15:38) How The Martian Got to Production (00:25:49) Favorite Scenes (00:37:00) On Set Life - (01:07:38) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:15:29) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:31:34) Film Facts (01:38:52) Awards (01:44:55) Final Questions on the Movie (01:51:26) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:55:28) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"You mean more to me than any scientific truth." For Episode 373, David and Brandon kick off their Hard Sci-Fi month with Andrei Tarkovsky's SOLARIS. Listen as they discuss Tarkovsky's career before the film, why he wanted to make the movie, what famous sci-fi film the movie was a reaction to, why the original novelist disliked the movie, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Gearing up for October and Borrowing Movies - (00:00:10) Intro to Hard Sci-Fi Movies (00:06:06) Intro to Solaris (00:15:50) How Solaris Got to Production (00:24:38) Favorite Scenes (00:37:00) On Set Life - (01:05:32) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:11:41) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:19:41) Film Facts (01:25:57) Awards (01:26:39) Final Questions on the Movie (01:31:25) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:37:45) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"Why do fireflies have to die so soon?" For Episoe 372, Thomas and Brandon finish off their World War II series with GRAVE OF THE FIREFLIES. Listen as the two discuss how real-life inspired the story, why the story's original author didn't initially want a movie to be made, how they found the film's young leading actress, how they created new animated techniques for the film, how the film gained a following over time, and even more. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Dying Genres and Marvel - (00:00:10) Recap of World War II Movies (00:09:42) Intro to Grave of the Fireflies (00:17:44) The Real Story Behind the Movie (00:23:22) How Grave of the Fireflies Got to Production (00:23:58) Favorite Scenes (00:35:54) On Set Life - (01:01:18) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:05:56) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:21:28) Film Facts (01:26:44) Awards (01:29:56) Final Questions on the Movie (01:33:42) Final Questions on the Genre (01:42:15) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:52:12) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"The life we enjoy is very much worth the sacrifice." For Episode 371, David and Brandon continue CineNation's series on World War II movies with Jonathan Glazer's THE ZONE OF INTEREST. Listen as they discuss the real story of what the film is based on, Glazer's casting of the film, how they created a unique filming environment, how they created the film's unforgettable sound design, Glazer's Oscar speech, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Paul Schrader and Marc Maron - (00:00:10) Recap of World War II Movies (00:05:42) Intro to The Zone of Interest (00:11:16) The Real Story Behind the Movie (00:18:03) How The Zone of Interest Got to Production (00:23:58) Favorite Scenes (00:33:21) On Set Life - (01:06:42) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:12:36) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:24:46) Film Facts (01:29:34) Awards (01:31:03) Final Questions on the Movie (01:34:49) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:41:07) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"Earn this...earn it." For Episode 370, Brandon and David cover the World War II movie everyone has been asking for this month. Directed by Steven Spielberg, SAVING PRIVATE RYAN became one of the most popular World War II movies of all time 1998. Listen as the duo discuss the real stories that inspired the film, which director almost made the film before Spielberg, how Spielberg and Tom Hanks got involved in the movie by chance, the beginnings of Dreamworks, how they recreated Omaha Beach in Ireland, why the film was one of the biggest surprises at the box office in 1998, and so much more. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Weapons and Current Movies - (00:00:10) Recap of World War II Movies (00:09:23) Intro to Saving Private Ryan (00:13:31) The Real Story Behind the Movie (00:19:19) How Saving Private Ryan Got to Production (00:29:12) Favorite Scenes (00:40:25) On Set Life - (01:15:13) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:29:51) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:41:07) Film Facts (01:45:52) Awards (01:51:11) Final Questions on the Movie (01:55:14) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:58:34) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"This great evil, where's it come from?" For Episode 369, David and Brandon are following up CineNation's series on World War I with it's sequel. Listen as they kick-off their World War II series with Terrence Malick's THE THIN RED LINE. Find out about Terrence Malick's long break before the movie, which actors competed to be in the movie, how they used Australia as the film's home base, the film's infamous post-production process, and more. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - James Cameron - (00:00:10) Intro to World War II (00:04:57) Intro to World War II Movies (00:15:00) Intro to The Thin Red Line (00:21:25) How The Thin Red Line Got to Production (00:29:59) Favorite Scenes (00:46:57) On Set Life - (01:24:06) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:38:09) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:49:05) Film Facts (01:55:02) Awards (01:56:16) Final Questions on the Movie (02:01:52) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:05:58) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"Nothing is written." For Episode 368, Brandon and Thomas finish off CineNation's series on World War I with one of the most epic movies...LAWRENCE OF ARABIA. Listen as the duo discuss watching the movie on the big screen, the history of the real T.E. Lawrence, the challenges of the screenplay, which A-list American actor almost played Lawrence, the amount of injuries on set, the struggles of filming in the Middle East, and the overall legacy of the film. And one topic regarding this movie created some division within the CineNation family. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Watching Long Movies - (00:00:10) Recap of World War I Movies (00:05:26) Intro to Lawrence of Arabia (00:08:28) The History of T.E. Lawrence (00:13:36) How Lawrence of Arabia Got to Production (00:24:15) Favorite Scenes (00:34:21) On Set Life - (01:03:44) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:20:45) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:29:46) Film Facts (01:39:46) Awards (01:43:38) Final Questions on the Movie (01:50:52) Final Genre Questions (01:58:25) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:02:31) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"We're the lucky ones, you and me. Lucky since the day I met you." For Episode 367, Brandon and David continue CineNation's series on World War I movies with Steven Spielberg's WAR HORSE. Listen as they discuss the original book the movie based on, how Kathleen Kennedy and Spielberg became involved in the project, how they filmed with real horses, why Spielberg worked at such a fast pace, how they built the various period sets, and so much more. Opening - War Horse on SNL - (00:00:10) Recap of World War I Movies (00:03:22) Intro to War Horse (00:08:17) The History of Horses in World War I (00:20:15) How War Horse Got to Production (00:27:26) Favorite Scenes (00:42:15) On Set Life - (01:11:48) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:21:53) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:26:30) Film Facts (01:30:17) Awards (01:31:09) Final Questions on the Movie (01:40:12) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:46:27) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"How fast are you going to run?" For Episode 366, Thomas and Brandon revisit Peter Weir's GALLIPOLI as part of their series on World War I movies. Listen as they discuss Peter Weir's career, the casting of Mel Gibson, what controversial media figure backed the film, and why it should be discussed more within the war genre and Weir's career. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Spider-Man Trilogy - (00:00:10) Recap of World War I Movies (00:02:43) Intro to Gallipoli (00:09:22) The History of the Battle of the Nek (00:11:18) How Gallipoli Got to Production (00:20:21) Favorite Scenes (00:31:08) On Set Life - (01:01:54) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:06:30) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:14:52) Film Facts (01:21:42) Awards (01:23:16) Final Questions on the Movie (01:27:56) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:34:47) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"I'm not afraid of dying tomorrow, only of getting killed." For Episode 365, David and Brandon kick-off CineNation's World War I series with Stanley Kubrick's PATHS OF GLORY. Listen as they discuss Kubrick's career before the film, why so many studios turned the movie down, the screenwriter controversery, how they pulled off the trench scenes, why one major actor was fired during production because of an alleged kidnapping, how Kubrick's detailed style of directing annoyed some actors, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - The Round-Up Series and More - (00:00:10) Intro to World War I (00:09:22) Intro to World War I Movies (00:20:28) Intro to Paths of Glory (00:24:31) How Paths of Glory Got to Production (00:35:54) Favorite Scenes (00:44:40) On Set Life - (01:17:54) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:25:31) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:28:49) Film Facts (01:35:28) Awards (01:36:58) Final Questions on the Movie (01:41:40) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:47:55) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"We can always choose to do what's right." For Episode 364, Brandon, Thomas, and David complete their deep dive into Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy by covering SPIDER-MAN 3. Listen as they discuss Sam Raimi's original plan for the third film, why Venom and Gwen Stacy were added, what were the plans for SPIDER-MAN 4, and more. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Brandon as a Seat Filler - (00:00:10) Recap of Spider-Man Trilogy (00:04:04) Intro to Spider-Man 3 (00:11:47) How Spider-Man 3 Got to Production (00:21:24) Favorite Scenes (00:34:56) On Set Life - (01:13:14) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:25:55) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:36:08) Film Facts (01:41:52) Awards (01:43:18) Final Questions on the Movie (01:48:41) Final Questions on the Trilogy (01:54:11) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:59:48) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"Everybody loves a hero." For Episode 363, Thomas, David, and Brandon continue their discussion on Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy with SPIDER-MAN 2. Listen as they discuss the possibility of recasting Tobey Maguire, how many different versions of the script were being written at once, how they struggled shooting in New York City, and more. And when you're done listening, be sure to give us a review! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Online Film Clips - (00:00:10) Recap of Spider-Man (00:04:28) Intro to Spider-Man 2 (00:07:59) How Spider-Man 2 Got to Production (00:16:47) Favorite Scenes (00:41:07) On Set Life - (01:25:27) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:34:31) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:37:14) Film Facts (01:41:43) Awards (01:48:59) Final Questions on the Movie (01:55:53) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:03:39) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"With great power comes great responsibility." For Episode 362, David, Thomas, and Brandon team up for their month-long discussion on Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy. For the first part of the series, David tells them the story of how SPIDER-MAN made it to the big screen. Listen to learn more about the long development process, how James Cameron played a part in the film's early days, which actors were up for Peter Parker, how Sam Raimi got the job, how the film used new technology on set, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Memorial Day Marathon - (00:00:10) Intro to the Spider-Man Trilogy (00:04:39) Intro to Spider-Man (00:14:35) How Spider-Man Got to Production (00:19:44) Favorite Scenes (00:40:43) On Set Life - (01:17:14) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:26:56) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:36:01) Film Facts (01:44:41) Awards (01:46:10) Final Questions on the Movie (01:53:10) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:01:14) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"No one buys a ticket to hear your problems." For Episode 361, Thomas and Brandon finish off CineNation's Jukebox Musical series with BETTER MAN. Listen as they discuss how Hugh Jackman impacted the film's creation, what major event affected the film's production, how the movie was independently financed, and why director Michael Gracey made Robbie Williams a monkey in the film. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - What’s in Theaters and Tom Cruise - (00:00:10) Recap to the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:06:14) Intro to Better Man (00:11:32) How Better Man Got to Production (00:21:11) Favorite Scenes (00:34:01) On Set Life - (01:05:41) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:12:26) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:18:19) Film Facts (01:25:43) Awards (01:27:39) Final Questions on the Movie (01:33:48) Final Genre Questions (01:40:24) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:45:19) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"If it means anything to you, I love you." For Episode 360, Brandon and Thomas continue their series on Jukebox Musicals with AN AMERICAN IN PARIS. Listen as they discuss the life of George Gershwin, how Arthur Freed got the rights to make the film, why the movie couldn't be filmed in Paris, and how the musical shocked Hollywood on Oscar night. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Thomas’s Broadway Trip - (00:00:10) Recap of the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:05:36) Intro to An American in Paris (00:10:12) How An American in Paris Got to Production (00:15:36) Favorite Scenes (00:35:03) On Set Life - (01:02:09) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:11:18) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:16:41) Film Facts (01:21:44) Awards (01:22:25) Final Questions on the Movie (01:27:55) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:36:20) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"We know how to behave! We've had lessons." For Episode 359, David and Brandon continue the show's series on Jukebox Musicals with A HARD DAY'S NIGHT. Listen as they discuss the origins of the film, how quickly the production was, and how Richard Lester's direction revolutionized filmmaking for music. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - New Pope and 100 Brits vs 100 Americans - (00:00:10) Recap to the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:06:10) Intro to A Hard Day’s Night (00:10:49) How A Hard Day’s Night Got to Production (00:21:39) Favorite Scenes (00:29:19) On Set Life - (01:07:50) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:19:28) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:23:48) Film Facts (01:26:28) Awards (01:26:57) Final Questions on the Movie (01:31:53) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:38:49) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"We're on a mission from God." For Episode 358, Brandon and David are on a mission. A mission to discuss THE BLUES BROTHERS for their Jukebox Musical series. Listen as they discuss the creation of this "fictional" band, the rise of John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd's attempt at screenwriting, the film's wild production, and how this was one of the most expensive movies in Hollywood history when it was released. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - New Movies and Sinners - (00:00:10) Recap of the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:06:55) Intro to The Blues Brothers (00:10:49) How The Blues Brothers Got to Production (00:17:48) Favorite Scenes (00:39:11) On Set Life - (01:10:31) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:27:49) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:34:13) Film Facts (01:36:19) Awards (01:40:09) Final Questions on the Movie (01:43:48) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:49:20) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"You wait 20 years for a dad and then three come along at once." For Episode 357, Thomas and Brandon kickoff their Jukebox Musical series with MAMMA MIA! Listen as they discuss the show's original theatrical run, what major event affected the show's popularity, how Meryl Streep became involved in the project, which actresses were in the running for one of the lead roles, and how the movie became one of the best examples of counterprogramming at the movie theater. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Sinners - (00:00:10) Intro to the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:05:00) Intro to Mamma Mia (00:12:06) How Mamma Mia Got to Production (00:19:00) Favorite Scenes (00:42:58) On Set Life - (01:03:40) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:12:46) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:20:05) Awards (01:26:30) Final Questions on the Movie (01:29:37) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:37:11) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
"I hate L.A. All they do is snort coke and talk." For Episode 356, David and Brandon finish off their main Hyperlink series with SHORT CUTS. Listen as the two discuss Robert Altman's adaptation of the Raymond Carver short stories, how Altman ran his sets, and why the film is one of the most ambitious films we've covered in this series. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Timecode and Digital Cinema - (00:00:10) Recap of the Hyperlink Genre (00:06:06) Intro to Short Cuts (00:09:43) How Short Cuts Got to Production (00:14:52) Favorite Scenes (00:28:16) On Set Life - (01:11:12) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:19:01) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:22:01) Film Facts (01:26:37) Awards (01:26:59) Final Questions on the Movie (01:33:49) Final Genre Questions (01:39:06) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:46:35) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast