This week on the podcast Ryan and Ty talk about the 2019 Netflix film, The Platform. There's a lot to talk about with this one, whether its a critique of capitalism and socialism, what the message is, religion, and more! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
It's time to boogie! This week Ryan and Ty talk all about PTA's 1997 masterpiece - Boogie Nights. From its great ensemble cast to its gorgeous cinematography and everything else, this film gives ample topics for discussion. Come back in two weeks for a discussion on the 2019 film, The Platform. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week on the podcast Ryan and Ty talk about Denis Villeneuve's first English language film, Prisoners. There's powerhouse acting performances, interesting subtext, and the execution of a perfect mood all to talk about this week so check it out! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
Ryan and Ty get back on the Tarantino train again this week with his latest film, and the one his brand new novel that just came out is based on, Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood. This was a fun discussion ranging from asking what the point was, to the violence, to just why this film works so well. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp One last note, timestamp of the scene Ty has a problem with is 1:02:40...
Bo knows. This week on the podcast Ryan and Ty talk about Bo Burnham's newest project - Inside. This was a fun discussion and Burnham definitely delivered some topics, both about him and about what he discusses, to talk about. What do you think of Inside? Write into [email protected] and let us know, or follow us and tell us there! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week Ryan and Ty talk Scorsese and his 2010 thriller, Shutter Island. From the interesting editing choices to the final line of the film, there's definitely some things in this film that are worth discussing. Come back in two weeks for the new Netflix special Bo Burnham: Inside. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week Ryan and Ty step into the world of Alfonso Cuarón, and talk about his semi-autobiographical Oscar winner - Roma. It's a great film with a lot to talk about, both in terms of craft and thematic elements. The behind the scenes documentary called "Road to Roma" (also on Netlfix) comes up so if you enjoy the movie and want to hear more from the director, check it out! Come back in two weeks for a talk on the 2010 film Shutter Island. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twit...
It's a wild ride on Roll It this week as Ryan and Ty talk about the absolutely insane 2018 film, Mandy. Nic Cage, great cinematography and aesthetic, and a whole lot of drugs and violence - this movie has it all. So tune and enjoy the ride, and be sure to send in your thoughts on all the above and more! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
Roll It goes animated, and pretty poorly animated to be honest, this week with the 2005 film, Hoodwinked! Ryan and Ty talk animation, comedy, subjectivity of truth and more with this independent CGI effort. Check back in two weeks for a little dose of Nic Cage and the film Mandy! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week Ryan and Ty talk about the middle movie of Lars von Trier's "Depression Trilogy" - Melancholia. There's a lot of interesting stuff to dig into with the film, but does it add up to a masterpiece or meh? Roll It attempts to answer that, or at least contemplate it this week, but what are your thoughts? Come back in two weeks for a more lighthearted romp - Hoodwinked! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp...
Ryan and Ty answer yes to the question, "Would you like that Supersized?" this week and cover the 2004 documentary Supersize Me. Early 00's vibe, it's unique style and idea, and what it's impact was are all covered in today's episode. Roll It is moving to a biweekly release schedule for the time being for a few reasons, but it will afford the opportunity to put more time into it and do some longer more demanding films. So catch up on some older episodes or come back in two weeks! Contact us at r...
This week Roll It talks Paul Verhoeven and his 1990 sci-fi action film - Total Recall. Ryan and Ty talk about Schwarzenegger, ultra-violence, Verhoeven's style, artist vs. viewer responsibility, and much more. This was a fun episode and there was a lot to talk about, but write in if you've got something to say about it too! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week on the podcast Ryan and Ty talk about David Fincher's 1995 film Se7en, and all that comes with it. There's talk of Dante, apathy, the state of the world, and even a reference to a book on steamboats. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
Ryan and Ty once again come back to the Coen brothers, this time to cover their 2018 film - The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. Death, misanthropy, nihilism - there's a lot to discuss with this film and what it does and doesn't concede or imply. Come back next week for David Fincher's film Se7en! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
Ryan and Ty take a trip back to the 80's this week to talk about the 1985 John Hughes film The Breakfast Club. Topics range from the expected things like a search for understanding, to the less expected topic of writer/director's depiction of questionable or offensive dialogue and who that reflects on. Be sure to check out our social media accounts to vote on next weeks episode. You can email us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by...
Ryan and Ty jump into some PTA this week with his 2012 effort - The Master. There's a lot to talk about with this - great performances, search for meaning and masters, and much more (even if it doesn't necessarily give us a lot in terms of hard answers). Check it out and come back next week for John Hughes' The Breakfast Club! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
It's time once again Roll It does a new release, or at least new to most people. This week Ryan and Ty talk about the 2020 film, that just dropped on Hulu in the past couple weeks, Nomadland. There's talk about the cinematography, Frances McDormand, and of course what it is this movie is actually trying to say, so join in! Come back next week for another Paul Thomas Anderson film, The Master. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast ...
This week Roll It takes a look at the criminal underworld with John Wick. Ryan and Ty talk about the comedy/violence relationship, visual style, and top tier world building in this wild ride of a film. Come back next week for the 2020 film that just dropped on Hulu, Nomadland! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week Ryan and Ty talk about Lilies of the Field, the 1963 film which featured Sidney Poitier giving an Oscar winning performance, the first ever by an African American in a leading role. Faith in God vs. faith in humanity is definitely the biggest theme this film deals with, but there's some other stuff there to talk about. Come back next week for the Baba Yaga himself, John Wick! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music b...
This week on the podcast Ryan and Ty talk about the blockbuster hit from 2012, The Hunger Games. Media controlling the masses, bread and games, and class critiques are all there to be talked about, so tune in and see if you agree! Come back next week for Lilies of the Field, the film in which Sidney Poitier became the first African American to win Best Actor in a leading role! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan R...
Ryan and Ty take a trip simultaneously backwards and forwards in time this week to cover the 1973 film Westworld. This is an interesting high concept movie, so there's definitely a lot to talk about, like simution, technological dependence, it's relationship to the tv show and free will. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
This week Ryan and Ty travel to the magical world that is the mind of Hayao Miyazaki, with his widely renowned 2001 film - Spirited Away. There's a lot to cover this week, with topics of spirituality, greed, capitalism, ancestral history, and culture, so tune in for a jam packed episode. There's once again a bit of a difference of opinion, but hey that keeps things interesting. Tune in next week for the 1973 film Westworld! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPod...
It's yet another divisive episode this week as Ryan and Ty come down on different ends of the spectrum with regards to the quality of this week's film, The Butterfly Effect. But disagreement usually leads to good discussion, and this movie about time travel does give us enough to discuss (go figure). Come back next week for the Miyazaki film, Spirited Away. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp...
Roll It tries to play it cool this week as Ryan and Ty discuss the Paul Newman classic, Cool Hand Luke. There is a lot to discuss with this film, included quite a bit on existentialism all by itself. So check it out and don't forget to come back next week for The Butterfly Effect! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
Roll It gets back on the Tarantino train this week with his 2009 effort, Inglorious Basterds. The relationship between humanization and brutality, symbolism, and that distinct Tarantino style, Ryan and Ty have a lot to talk about with this one. Come back next week for Scorsese’s Goodfellas! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp
To wrap up 2020 Roll It is trying to look at the big picture and be thankful, which leads to the Christmas classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Religion, greed, perspective - it all gets touched on here as Ryan and Ty talk about the Frank Capra/Jimmy Stewart collaboration that has become a Christmas mainstay. So wrap up your 2020 on a high note and tune in! Come back next week for Tarantino's Inglorious Basterds! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram -...
Well, it's Christmastime so that means only one thing - the debate whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie is back again. So why not dive into the beloved action classic? Ryan and Ty talk about not only if it is a Christmas movie, but also about religious allegories, anti-establishment themes, and how the film portrays the media and traditional masculinity. So sit down with your favorite holiday beverage and enjoy the ride! Come back next week for It's a Wonderful Life! Contact us at rollitpodcast...
This week's film is fresh off the presses, as Ryan and Ty cover David Fincher's newest release that recently dropped on Netflix, Mank. It's the story of Citizen Kane writer Herman Mankiewicz and his travels and trials both writing the story and through the Hollywood landscape that shaped it. There's lots of talk about the correlation between the two movies themselves, as well as the critique of Hollywood, and the man himself. Come back Christmas week for Die Hard! Contact us at rollitpodcast@gma...
It's Cold War fever on the podcast this week as Ryan and Ty cover the bombshell of a film, Dr. Strangelove. It has everything you could want out of a film discussion - sex, nukes, and Stanley Kubrick. It's always fun to talk about Kubrick and his craft, so check it out! Come back next week for an episode on the newly released David Fincher film, Mank! Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - @RollItPodcast Instagram - @rollitpodcast Music by Ethan Rapp...
Roll It enters the mind of Charlie Kaufman once again, as Ryan and Ty discuss his new film - I'm Thinking of Ending Things. Opinions are a bit split, and not in the way you might guess, but regardless, there's an attempt to break down all the weirdness that a film written and directed by Charlie Kaufman brings. Come back next week for the 1964 Stanley Kubrick film, Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Lobe the Bomb. Contact us at [email protected] or follow us! Twitter - ...
