From the season, "Films That Changed Us," Brandt takes us through his first pick and his reasoning as to why Wes Anderson is his all-time favorite film director. Along the way we discuss Keanu Reeves' top notch acting in the 1994 public transport thriller, Speed and why Willem Dafoe is the best part of it's sequel.
In this episode of the 2.35 Film Podcast, Brandt and Jwow dive into Damien Chazelle's instant classic, La La Land. Jump in as Brandt fan-girls the entire time while Jwow tries to break down the complicated reason why this isn't a favorite of his.
In this episode Brandt and Jwow explore the themes and humor of one of their favorite Coen Brothers films, Inside Llewyn Davis. Join in as they break down their thoughts on the dark undertones in the film and question the influences behind the looping nature of the film.
In this episode, Brandt and Jwow discuss and geek out over the Wachowski’s 1999 groundbreaking science fiction action film, The Matrix. Join them as they dive into everything from it’s innovative visual effects to the complex themes it explores.
In this episode, Brandt and Jwow take lighthearted turns talking about the Paul Verhoeven’s 1990 martian adventure film, Total Recall. It’s a colorful and fun film to watch to this day. Jump in as we break down some of the effects work and discuss wether Arnold’s prosthetic head looks better than it’s real-life counterpart.
This week, Brandt and Jwow take a closer look at the unsuccessful but lovable adaptation of one of the greatest sci-fi novels ever written, David Lynch’s 1984 science fiction fantasy epic, Dune. Listen in as they explore what works in this adaptation and what doesn't live up to Frank Herbert's story.
In this episode, Brandt and Jwow give their nostalgic take on James Cameron’s 1984 sci-fi original, The Terminator. Launching the careers of it's director and Arnold Schwarzenegger, this science fiction classic spawned a series of sequels. Jump in as they give their fresh perspective years after their first watch.
This week Brandt and Jwow give their polarizing thoughts on John Carpenter’s 1982 science fiction horror classic, The Thing. At release it was condemned as "instant junk" and thought of as the "most-hated film of all time," but to its credit, it gained a cult following on home release and has since been lauded as one of the best science fiction and horror films ever made. Listen in as Jwow tries to defend the film as if his life depended on it.
In this week's episode Brandt and Jwow give their thoughts Ridley Scott’s crowning achievement, the 1982 Neo-noir sci-fi, Blade Runner. This is considered to be the turning point of the genre and what so many sci-fi films since attempt to emulate. Listen in as they analyze the themes of the film and compare it to it’s 2017 sequel.
In this week’s episode, Brandt and Jwow take a look at what would come to be one of the most beloved sci-fi films of all time, Ridley Scott’s 1979 space horror, Alien. Join us as we debate whether this is a sci-fi horror film or a horror sci-fi film, and watch as Jwow berates Brandt for not liking this sci-fi classic. Follow us on Instagram @2_35media for more content on these films and much more.
In this week’s episode we take a look at Andrei Tarkovsky’s 1972 space arthouse film, Solaris. We break down everything from the plot to the history of this hero of cinema. Along the way we explore the differences between Solaris and Kubrick’s own space opera, and compare the similarities between Tarkovsky’s adaption versus Steven Soderbergh’s own 2002 remake of Stanisław Lem’s pinnacle novel. Follow us on Instagram @2_35media for more content on these films and much more.
Today we are attempting the unthinkable, trying to make sense of the pinnacle film of the genre itself, Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey. Have something to add about the film? Send us a voice message on Anchor for a chance to be featured on a future episode! Follow us on Instagram @2_35media for bonus content of this film and more.
This is it! We’re back with a brand new season where we completely immerse ourselves into the Science Fiction Classics of the 20th century. Not only is this the first episode of season 2 but it’s also the first episode the guys record together in the same room! To celebrate that fact, they’ve recorded the episode live on camera, so to check that out, head on over to our YouTube channel . In this episode Brandt and Jwow take a closer look at the 1968 classic, Planet of the Apes. For more content,...
Brandt and Jwow are joined by a special guest as they break down their thoughts on Paul Schrader’s 2017 chill-inducing drama, First Reformed, starring Ethan Hawke and Amanda Seyfried. Join them as they try to find answers to the ever evolving question of existentialism. Follow us on instagram @2_35media for more bonus content on the films you love.
Join the guys as they break down their first impressions of this year's highly anticipated Christopher Nolan spy epic, 'Tenet.' Brandt shares his dissatisfaction in the score, while Jwow argues that the plot is too complex while the characters suffer from simplicity. We would love to hear your thoughts on 'Tenet,' send us a voice message on Anchor, or hit the link bellow to be featured on a future episode! And follow along on our instagram @2_35media as we continue to dissect 'Tenet.'...
Join Brandt and Jwow in this bonus episode as they try to figure out what Tom Ford was trying to tell us with his 2016 neo-noir psychological thriller "Nocturnal Animals." They break down one of Jake Gyllenhaal's best performances and question whether the theme of this film is really all about revenge. Follow us on instagram @2_35media to keep up with all this and more.
In this episode we explore the humble but skilled beginnings of the future legendary director, Denis Villeneuve. We take a look at some of his short films along with his indie films before he made his Hollywood debut with "Prisoners."
This week, we doubt our own humanity as we question if Rick Deckard is truly a replicant or not in the much anticipated sequel to Ridley Scott's Sci-Fi classic, "Blade Runner 2049."
In this week's episode, Brandt and Jwow deliver their thoughts on Denis Villeneuve’s 2016 Sci-Fi film, "Arrival" Jump in and listen as they attempt to translate alien language.
This week we take a deep-dive into Jwow's dislike for bananas and its entanglement in the New Jersey School System. We also talk about Sicario.
This week we gleefully wonder how many doppelgängers Jake Gyllenhaal has in one of the trippiest films of 2013.
In this week's episode, Brandt and Jwow deliver their thoughts on Denis Villeneuve’s first American film, "Prisoners.” Jump in and listen as they uncover the mystery of the film!
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