Den of Cin

Devin Lucas & James Dufresne•podcasters.spotify.com

"Den of Cin" is a movie podcast by Devin Lucas & James Dufresne, two friends since high school and movie nerds for life. Coming from their own backgrounds in writing & art, Devin & James bring their uniquely qualified perspectives to their favorite obsessions. This is a podcast for all lovers of cinema, from the mainstream classics to the most obscure cult films. Devin & James share a passion for all forms of film and pop culture history. Hyperbole ensues.

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Willem Dafoe

Devin & James dig into the massive filmography of Willem Dafoe, one of the greatest and most distinctive actors working today. From his start as the ultimate tough guy in 80's flicks like "Streets of Fire" and "To Live and Die in LA," through more mainstream work in major hits like "Spider-Man," and into some of the most physically and emotionally intense art and horror films ever committed to celluloid in masterworks like "Anti-Christ" and "The Lighthouse," we try to catch as much as we can...

Oct 17, 2020•1 hr 48 min

Cannon Film Group - Part Two: Electric Boogaloo

Devin & James are back to debunk the cry, "There can be only one!" In our second deep dive into the 1980's cinema of The Cannon Film Group, we take on elite writers & directors, immortals, nuclear men, the power of Grayskull, Van Damme's dance moves, the way Cobra eats his pizza, and fiercely debate who makes the better father: Sly Stallone or Robert Loggia. We even saved some time to discuss the greatest Cannon film that never was, about a certain friendly neighborhood web-slinger....

Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 30 min

Cannon Film Group - Part One

Devin & James have done it again! This week's topic, an examination of 80's cinema from the CANNON FILM GROUP, has proven too big to contain in one podcast. After discussing ninjas, disco and hip hop musicals, holiday slashers, and the Two Chucks (Bronson and Norris), there still wasn't enough time to get near the full scope of what producers Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus delivered to eager popcorn lovers throughout the decade. Enjoy our nostalgic look back at the early years of one of the ...

Sep 27, 2020•1 hr 1 min

1974 - Part Two

Devin and James continue their examination of the year in cinema that was 1974. This time we get into everything from the pain of love, the power of the spoken word, and the extreme danger of a robot imposter of Godzilla! Badass Women, Vigilantes, Mimes, Buddy Cops, the Fonz, and the ultimate Drag Queen... 1974 had something for everyone. If we missed your favorite 1974 movie last time, we picked it up here!

Sep 05, 2020•1 hr 33 min

1974 - Part One

Devin and James bite off more than they can chew when looking back on the year in cinema that was 1974! So much essential cinema hit in 1974, we had to break this one up into two episodes! Part One dives into topics ranging from The Corleone's to Leatherface. From Oscar-winning classics to the core of independent and cult cinema, 1974 is truly one of the greatest years in filmmaking history! Move over films of 1939... you've been bested by a mile!

Sep 03, 2020•1 hr 16 min

Carl Reiner

On June 29, 2020, the world lost legendary writer/director/performer/humanitarian/all-around-great-guy Carl Reiner. Even while wearing so many hats, Mr. Reiner's head never seemed weighed down. Focusing on the impressive list of screen Comedies he directed, Devin & James celebrate the great man along with the tremendous influence and joy his work has given us and the world.

Aug 02, 2020•1 hr 19 min

Jamie Lee Curtis

Devin & James take a look at the life and career of the multi-talented Jamie Lee Curtis! From her career start as the ultimate Scream Queen to the more refined murder and mayhem of "Knives Out," the Right Honourable Lady Haden-Guest (yes, she IS actually a British baroness by marriage!) has cemented her place as Cinema Royalty!

Jul 14, 2020•1 hr 10 min

Werewolves

Devin & James take on a topic close to their furry little hearts, Werewolf Movies! From Wolf Men to Wolf Cops, and even a few Cat People in between, we cover the full history of this beloved yet somehow frequently overlooked horror sub-genre.

Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 22 min

1980

Devin & James change it up for their latest deep dive, focusing on a whole year of cinema rather than a particular career. And what a year they've chosen! 1980 proves to be one of the most dynamite years of all time across all genres, with horror and comedy having a particularly iconic year. This topic proves to be so big, it may require a second episode to catch what we couldn't cover. Will your fave 1980 flick be featured?

Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 23 min

Brian DePalma

Devin & James take on the career of writer/director Brian DePalma. Few artist's careers have proven to be as divisive as Mr. DePalma, and our boys take on the good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between.

Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 15 min

Burt Reynolds

In their inaugural episode, Devin & James deep dive into the life and career of Mr. Burt Reynolds. Few movie stars have enjoyed the enormous popularity of Burt, followed by such a spectacular artistic fall. Devin & James discover where to find the good stuff, and how to enjoy the not-so-good stuff.

Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 1 min

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