Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is a 2023 action-adventure fantasy that follows a charming thief and his band of unlikely adventurers as they embark on a quest to retrieve a lost relic. Selected by our listeners, the film captures the essence of the beloved role-playing game, blending humor and high-stakes adventure, ultimately highlighting themes of redemption, teamwork, and the value of friendship. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leav...
Jun 12, 2024•59 min•Ep. 95
The Count of Monte Cristo , a 2002 film directed by Kevin Reynolds, is a gripping tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption. Selected by our listeners, this riveting adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel becomes our latest deconstruction as we take a closer look at its beautiful cinematography, rousing score, gripping performances, and timeless themes. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visi...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 94
The Gray Man is a Netflix film directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and based on Mark Greaney's novel. With a stellar cast led by Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans, the movie features intense action, intricate espionage, and a gripping portrayal of one man's quest for redemption in a world of shadows and betrayal. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and...
May 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 93
Blade Runner 2049 is a visually stunning and thematically rich science fiction film directed by Denis Villeneuve. Set thirty years after the events of Ridley Scott's original Blade Runner, the movie explores themes of identity, memory, and the essence of humanity amidst a backdrop of breathtaking cinematography and a haunting score. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 92
Sherlock Holmes , from 2009 and directed by Guy Ritchie, offered a fresh and dynamic interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic characters and was a wildly popular box office success. In this episode, we deconstruct its various cinematic aspects, including the film’s exhilarating action sequences, intricate plot, and captivating performances–particularly those of Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, and Mark Strong. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by ...
Apr 17, 2024•55 min•Ep. 91
Mission: Impossible is a 1996 action-thriller directed by Brian De Palma and based on the popular TV series. On this episode, David Jesse (“Tatooine Sons”) joins us to discuss the movie’s intricate plot, impressive stunts, and how it established Tom Cruise as an action superstar and jump-started a successful film franchise. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, ...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 90
Ghostbusters: Afterlife successfully resurrected the beloved franchise with a refreshing blend of nostalgia and new beginnings. Directed by Jason Reitman (son of Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman), the film cleverly balances homage to the original while carving its own path with a new generation of characters. With Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire hitting theaters this week, we revisit the first legacy sequel to Ghostbusters . ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the w...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 89
Oppenheimer is a biographical drama directed by Christopher Nolan that delves into the brilliant physicist’s pivotal role in the Manhattan Project during World War II, his ethical dilemmas regarding the creation of the atomic bomb, and his subsequent grappling with the consequences of his work. The film was a box office smash and has garnered significant critical acclaim and 13 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Anthony King ( Force Ghost Conversati...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 88
Dune: Part One is a cinematic adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic science fiction novel, Dune . Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film combines stunning visuals, intricate world-building, and a compelling narrative to bring Herbert's intricate tale to life, setting the stage for a larger saga yet to unfold in subsequent installments. As Dune: Part Two hits cinemas, we revisit the first movie. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 87
For this year’s #StarWarsPodcastDay, we go back into the archives for one of our first deconstructions and revisit an early episode of “Coruscant Community College” in which we break down Star Wars : Episode II Attack of the Clones. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find us on: X: x.com/R...
Feb 07, 2024•48 min
Fellowship of the Ring is the first installment in the incredibly successful and critically acclaimed Lord of the Rings movie trilogy by Peter Jackson. For this episode, we bring in our friend and lover-of-all-things-Tolkien Andrew Clark to discuss why the film works so well and how it continues to have an impact on popular culture. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 86
Mr. & Mrs. Smith is a 2005 action-comedy that follows a seemingly ordinary married couple, portrayed by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, who are unaware that they are both highly skilled assassins working for rival agencies. With Amazon Prime Video rebooting the franchise as a streaming series, we revisit the original film and discuss the charismatic performances, humor, and thrilling action sequences. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a ...
Jan 24, 2024•45 min•Ep. 85
To kick off 2024, we each share our Top 5 Movies of all time. It’s a fun episode, and one full of surprises. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find us on: X: x.com/ReadBtweenReels Facebook: facebook.com/ReadBtweenReels Email: ReadingBetweenReels@gmail.com SpeakPipe: speakpipe.com/ReadingB...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 84
Aquaman is a 2018 superhero film starring Jason Momoa that became DC’s highest grossing movie. With Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom hitting theaters this week and officially wrapping up the Snyderverse, we take a look back at the original film’s stunning visual effects, epic underwater battles, and themes of identity, heritage, and the responsibility that comes with wielding immense power. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your fa...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 83
Raiders of the Lost Ark is a classic 1981 adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Harrison Ford as the iconic archaeologist Indiana Jones. On this episode, Thomas Riddle (“Adventures in Learning with Indiana Jones,” “Imagineering Education,” “Star Wars in the Classroom”) joins us to discuss why it’s considered one of the all-time great movies. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Vis...
Nov 29, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 82
The Hunger Games is a dystopian science fiction film directed by Gary Ross, based on Suzanne Collins' best-selling novel of the same name. With its prequel The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes hitting theaters this week, we examine the 2012 movie’s technical aspects and discuss its themes of inequality, survival, and resistance. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shi...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 81
Highlander is a 1986 fantasy movie that explores the themes of immortality, destiny, and the price of eternal life. On this episode, we look back at the cult classic film and analyze its dynamic cinematography, fascinating characters, dense mythology, and iconic soundtrack featuring several songs by the band Queen. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, ...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 80
Blade Runner , directed by Ridley Scott and starring Harrison Ford, is a 1982 dystopian film that has become an enduring influence on the cyberpunk genre and a seminal work in the realm of science fiction cinema. For our 3rd anniversary, Dan Zehr (“Coffee with Kenobi”) returns to help us break down the movie’s stunning visuals, haunting soundtrack, and thought-provoking themes. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite po...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 79
Logan is a 2017 superhero movie directed by James Mangold that serves a raw and emotional farewell to Hugh Jackman's iconic portrayal of Wolverine. On this episode, we discuss how the film distinguishes itself within the superhero genre by its gritty, character-driven storytelling, melancholy music, and its thoughtful exploration of the themes of mortality, redemption, and the consequences of violence. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a r...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 78
Big Trouble in Little China is a 1986 action-comedy directed by John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell. Although it was a box office bomb upon its release, the movie has since become a beloved and enduring cult classic. In this episode we take a look back at the film’s unique blend of martial arts action, humor, and over-the-top characters. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic s...
Sep 19, 2023•56 min•Ep. 77
For this episode, we share our top five most anticipated movies scheduled for this upcoming 2023-2024 school year. Many of these films may see their release dates shifted due to the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, but we’re excited for them just the same. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you ...
Sep 06, 2023•47 min•Ep. 76
For our first show coming out of summer break, we take a look back at the movies released during summer 2023. We discuss our favorite new releases, debate which films were good, and share the shows and movies we caught up on. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find us on: Twitter: twitter....
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 75
This episode features our friends Bryan Young (“Full of Sith”) and Ross Hollebon (“Fantha Tracks,” “Album Cockpit Podcast”) speaking to our students in a special Star Wars discussion. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find us on: Twitter: twitter.com/ReadBtweenReels Facebook: facebook.com...
Aug 09, 2023•42 min•Ep. 74
This episode features our friends Aaron Harris (“Star Wars Reactions”) and Thomas Riddle (“Imagineering Education,” “Star Wars in the Classroom,” “Adventures in Learning with Indiana Jones”) speaking to our students in a special Star Wars discussion. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find...
Jul 26, 2023•41 min•Ep. 73
This episode features our friends Dennis Keithly (“Podcast Stardust”) and Din (“F-105”) speaking to our students in a special Star Wars discussion. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find us on: Twitter: twitter.com/ReadBtweenReels Facebook: facebook.com/ReadBtweenReels Email: ReadingBetwe...
Jul 12, 2023•44 min•Ep. 72
This episode features our friends Anthony King (“Force Ghost Conversations”) and Jeff McGee (“Marvin Dog Media,” “Star Wars Splash Page”) speaking to our students in a special Star Wars discussion. ---Put in page break-- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more! If you would like to connect with us, you can find us on: Twitter: twitter.com/ReadBtweenReel...
Jun 28, 2023•44 min•Ep. 71
Zack Snyder's Justice League is the definitive version of the film that restores Snyder's original vision and showcases the director’s signature dark and visually stunning style. A triumph for fans who campaigned for its existence, the movie offers a more cohesive and satisfying experience than the theatrical cut–featuring epic action sequences, intricate world-building, and enhanced character development. As the “Snyderverse” comes to a seeming conclusion with The Flash , Anthony King ("Force G...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 70
Transformers is a 2007 sci-fi action film directed by Michael Bay and based on the popular toy and cartoon franchise. With the latest entry in the live-action series, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts , debuting this summer, we deconstruct the original movie and discuss the stunning visual effects, humor, romance, and memorable soundtrack. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on your favorite podcast catcher. Visit our TeePublic store...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 69
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is a 2018 animated superhero movie that tells the story of Miles Morales and features a unique animation style that combines comic book art and computer-generated animation, resulting in a stunning and visually inventive experience. With its sequel Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse hitting theaters this summer, we look back at the critically acclaimed original film. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a re...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 68
Guardians of the Galaxy is the 10th entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and a winning blend of humor, action, and heart. With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 hitting theaters, author Adam Bray ( Marvel Encyclopedia, Marvel Studios Visual Dictionary, Ultimate Marvel ) joins us to break down the original film’s stunning visuals, memorable characters, engaging story, and “awesome” soundtrack. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a review on yo...
May 03, 2023•29 min•Ep. 67
