Goodbye to December, and Goodbye to 2021!! In this episode, we look back not only to the films I saw on December, but also to what has happened with the podcast through all year. I wanna thank everybody that has listened and supported us. We're just getting started, and we hope you keep looting with us! 00:00:00 - 00:02:34 -- Intro 00:02:34 - 00:15:34 -- The Main December Loot 00:02:34 - 00:05:10 -- Carnal Knowledge 00:05:10 - 00:06:26 -- Rafiki 00:06:26 - 00:09:26 -- Sergeant Rutledge 00:09:26 ...
Jan 02, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 24
As we say goodbye to 2021, we dedicate our ninth special episode to the epic fantasy film The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Released 20 years ago this December, we take a look at its breathtaking and impressive prologue and how it sets the stage for the three films to follow and the whole world that audiences will uncover. Check it out! All movie clips (c) New Line Cinema Score clips (c) Howard Shore
Dec 31, 2021•20 min•Season 100Ep. 9
FINALLY! The "final" episode of The Movie Loot is out, after a massive delay. I suppose that being the "final" episode, it makes sense for it to be delayed almost to the final days of the month and the year. But anyway, in this episode, me and my friend Phil Sagan talk about "final films" from directors that passed away, what drives a director that's approaching the end of his career, and what are our favorite "final films". Check it out! DISCLAIMER: There were some audio issues from my part tha...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this bonus episode, we wanna celebrate the life and career of the great Rita Moreno! First Puerto Rican actress to win an Oscar, and first Puerto Rican actress to win an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony). So jump in and find out all you need to know about how this Queen started, how she made it big, and what she's doing now. Check it out! Music: Tino Mendes & Yellow Paper - The Heist All movie clips belong to their respective owners and corporations...
Dec 10, 2021•17 min•Season 200Ep. 1
In Episode 50, the November Loot, we keep the noir spirit alive with a couple of film noirs under our belts. But we also cover films about aliens and zombies, Poland and France, Egypt and Vietnam, and finally heists and thefts! Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:02:53 -- Intro 00:02:53 - 00:07:28 -- The Noir Loot, Part 2 00:02:53 - 00:05:25 -- The Narrow Margin 00:05:25 - 00:06:09 -- Ministry of Fear 00:06:09 - 00:06:21 -- Out of the Past 00:06:21 - 00:07:28 -- Gun Crazy 00:07:28 - 00:18:56 -- The Main...
Dec 02, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 22
It's #Noirvember and the loot is out there, so we're on the loose trying to get ahold of it. On this episode of The Movie Loot, we go into the dark alleys of cinema with Dr. Richard Edwards to talk about his specialty, film noir. What is film noir? why did it became a thing? what current films evoke that vibe? Those are some of the questions that Richard answers for us, while also sharing his Top 5 Noir Films. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:03:12 -- Intro 00:03:12 - 00:10:25 -- Meet Richard! 00:10:...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In Episode 48, the October Loot, we descend to the fiery depths of hell, with murderers, maniacs, and deadly creatures, as we talk about the horror films I saw during the month. From twisty, mindfuck thrillers to classic slashers, and whatever's in between. So check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:02:42 -- Intro 00:02:42 - 00:21:12 -- The October Halloween Loot 00:02:42 - 00:04:42 -- The Virgin Spring 00:04:42 - 00:07:22 -- Triangle 00:07:22 - 00:10:10 -- Crimson Peak 00:10:10 - 00:11:59 -- Goodnight Momm...
Nov 01, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In our eighth special episode, we join the crew of the Nostromo and go into space where no one can hear us scream. But as a Halloween treat, we do take a look at one particular scene where one of our characters is looking for the alien in a dark and humid air duct. So listen to me as I analyze that scene and why it works! All movie clips (c) 20th Century Fox Closing song "Alien" (c) Dennis Lloyd
Oct 30, 2021•23 min•Season 100Ep. 8
I'm dead! But before dying, I had the chance to record one of the most horrific episodes of The Movie Loot, which we're calling The Horror Loot. In it, me and my guest Ed (from the Film Effect Podcast) talk all about horror films, from its evolution through the years to our love of the genre. We also share our Top 5 Horror Films, so check it out! DISCLAIMER: There are a lot of SPOILERS to many of the films we talk about, so approach with caution. 00:00:00 - 00:02:13 -- Intro 00:02:13 - 00:06:55 ...
Oct 17, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In Episode 46, the September Loot, we talk about a lot of family breakups and issues, whether it's because of secrets you're hiding, because your an arrogant prick or a cannibal, or just because you're shrinking yourself. We also take a trip through the Himalayas, Chile, and Wyoming, as we try to escape oppression of different kinds. So check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:03:12 -- Intro 00:03:12 - 00:21:12 -- The Main July Loot 00:03:12 - 00:05:45 -- Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? 00:05:45 - 00:08:42 -...
Oct 01, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Don't change the channel! Drop the remote! In this very different episode of The Movie Loot, me and guest David Rosen talk about the world of television, from its birth in the 50s to the streaming services now. We also talk about film/TV adaptations and what shows we think should've been films. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:02:36 -- Intro 00:02:36 - 00:08:00 -- Meet David! 00:08:00 - 00:28:00 -- The Television Talk 00:28:00 - 00:33:36 -- Piecing TV Together 00:33:36 - 00:49:04 -- The Television Lo...
Sep 15, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Happy Birthday to Me!... in this episode where I talk about all the great "gifts" (film recommendations) you gave me. So grab your cake, take a beverage, and sit around the table as I blow the candles and open presents. Also, make sure you check out these great people and their stuff! Josh G. and Your Next Favorite Movie Podcast VH-US Podcast Keram Malicki-Sanchez Andrew Brian Clarkson Darren Lucas and Movies Reviews 101 Sylvie Tom SuentusPo Caroline and the Defining Disney Podcast Music: Tino M...
Sep 01, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In our seventh special episode, we are convicted felons... as we are led into the dark corridors of Shawshank Prison to meet Mr. Hadley, captain of the guards, and Mr. Norton, the warden. So if you don't blaspheme or ask for food, you can check out my breakthrough of the scene where we are introduced to this two characters. All movie clips (c) Columbia Pictures Closing song "Duettino Sull'aria" from "Le Nozze di Figaro" (c) Musopen
Aug 24, 2021•18 min•Season 100Ep. 7
Get ready for a Kubrickian episode, as me and guest Nathan Abrams explore the rooms of the Overlook Hotel, the jungles of Vietnam, and the infinites of space while we talk about my favorite director, Stanley Kubrick. Abrams, a film scholar and expert on Kubrick also shares with us his Top 5 Kubrick films, but we talk about pretty much everything Kubrick, as well as his work in academia. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:01:55 -- Intro 00:01:55 - 00:09:26 -- Meet Nathan! 00:09:26 - 00:25:04 -- The Kubr...
Aug 15, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In Episode 42, the July Loot, we go to space and back. We struggle with the decadence of Hollywood, the injustices of the American judicial system, and the isolation of the Western frontier. We also take a trip through Turkey, London, and Colombia for some of our loot. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:02:49 -- Intro 00:02:49 - 00:22:32 -- The Main July Loot 00:02:49 - 00:07:00 -- 2001: A Space Odyssey 00:07:00 - 00:10:28 -- The Innocents 00:10:28 - 00:13:12 -- Maps to the Stars 00:13:12 - 00:16:31 --...
Aug 01, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 14
If a film has ever messed up your mind, then this is the episode for you. I'm joined by multitalented artist Keram Malicki-Sanchez as we try to wrap our heads around the nature of mindfuck films, while also discussing some of our favorites. Check it out! Parental Advisory: We say 'Fuck' a lot 00:00:00 - 00:02:35 -- Intro 00:02:35 - 00:17:54 -- Meet Keram! 00:17:54 - 00:27:48 -- Mindfuck Movies 00:27:48 - 00:59:48 -- The Mindfuck Loot (Part 1) 00:59:48 - 01:05:09 -- WTF Happens Now? 01:05:09 - 01...
Jul 16, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Are you trapped in a pit sand? under a collapsed cave? were you fired illegally? did your son wish you couldn't lie for one day? Then we have the solution! Listen to Episode 40 of Thief's Monthly Movie Loot and you'll hear testimonials from people just like you. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:04:04 -- Intro 00:04:04 - 00:18:49 -- The Main Loot 00:04:04 - 00:06:06 -- Woman in the Dunes 00:06:06 - 00:09:03 -- Ace in the Hole 00:09:03 - 00:10:46 -- The Game 00:10:46 - 00:12:55 -- Beyond the Black Rain...
Jul 01, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 12
For this special episode, we dive into the mysteries of Club Silencio as we break down and analyze the climatic scene from David Lynch's Mulholland Drive. So sit back, grab the hand of your imaginary best friend, and try not to shake too much in your seat. Check it out! All movie clips (c) Universal Pictures Opening song "Silencio" (c) Angelo Badalamenti Featured song "Llorando", Rebekah del Rio (c) Orbison/Melson Closing song "I've Told Ev'ry Little Star", Linda Scott (c) Kern/Hammerstein...
Jun 27, 2021•32 min•Season 100Ep. 6
It's that time of the year where money flows and stars fill the screen with blockbusters! In this episode, we talk about that with our guest and fellow podcaster Ian (from Best Film Ever Podcast). We talk about everything from the success of BFE, to how blockbusters came to be, from sequelitis to the impact of big blockbusters on cinema. Finally, we also share our Top 5 Blockbusters from the list of highest grossing films . Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:04:20 -- Intro 00:04:20 - 00:25:32 -- Meet I...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Episode 38, the May Loot, may very well be the Foreign Loot since half of the films were, well, foreign. From Bergman and Tati to Ozu and Mizoguchi, from France and Romania to China and Japan, I really went around this month. But aside from that, I also hit close to home with some slashers, westerns, and dramas. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:02:21 -- Intro 00:02:21 - 00:23:02 -- The Main May Loot 00:02:21 - 00:04:46 -- Le Jour se Lève 00:04:46 - 00:08:00 -- Tokyo Story 00:08:00 - 00:11:06 -- Sansh...
Jun 01, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, we pulled independent filmmaker Tyler Jones out of his hideout to talk about "hidden gems", little-known and "obscure" films that we wish more people would know about, and we both share five recommendations of such films. We also talk about his career as an aspiring director and screenwriter, his inspirations, and what the future might bring to him. 00:00:00 - 00:01:52 -- Intro 00:01:52 - 00:22:15 -- Meet Tyler Jones! 00:22:15 - 00:31:31 -- Hidden Gems and Obscure Films 00:31:31...
May 16, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 9
On Episode 36, I share my thoughts on the latest Oscar ceremony, as well as my thoughts on the best films I saw during the month of April: from dramas in Italy to thrillers in Argentina, from historic epics in England to supernatural scares in Iran, from a thief in France to an alcoholic in Denmark, from street fights in the US to nuclear war in Australia... that is some of what you'll get from this episode. Check it out! 00:00:00 - 00:04:16 -- Intro 00:04:16 - 00:21:12 -- The April Loot 00:04:1...
May 01, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 8
For this special episode, I'm gonna make you an offer you can't refuse. I'm gonna break down and analyze one of the final conversations between Michael and Fredo in The Godfather Part II. So if you want respect, pull an uncomfortably weird chair, and check it out! All movie clips (c) Paramount Pictures Opening song "The Godfather Waltz" (c) Nino Rota Closing song "End Title" (c) Nino Rota
Apr 25, 2021•28 min•Season 100Ep. 5
In this episode, we throw out the red carpet for our guest Erik Anderson, from Awards Watch. Erik and I talk about everything from his work, his website Awards Watch, as well as the Oscars past, present, and future. Check out this episode for his predictions on most of this years categories, his take on Oscar history, as well as his favorite Best Picture winners! 00:00:00 - 00:01:53 -- Intro 00:01:53 - 00:10:45 -- Meet Erik Anderson! 00:10:45 - 00:39:28 -- Oscar History 00:39:28 - 00:47:14 -- Fa...
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In Episode 34, I focus on five great films as my main loot: Ran, Dogtooth, Nomadland, Fantastic Planet, and The Whisperers. Aside from that, I still dive briefly into a bunch of other films I saw: from the streets of San Francisco to rural Ohio, from Latin America to the imaginary Kumaandra, from the birth of the Internet to behind the Internet. Check it out! Music: Tino Mendes & Yellow Paper - The Heist Nomadland clip (c) Walt Disney Pictures...
Apr 01, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In our fifth episode of the year, we dive into the Disney world with fellow podcasters Nicole and Caroline, hosts of the Defining Disney Podcast. We talk everything from Snow White to Frozen and everything in between, from the Disney corporate culture to their personal connections with Disney, and how their podcast came to be. Also, check our scoop on the recently released Raya and the Last Dragon! Plus, we all share our individual Top 5 Disney animated films, and I even get a chance to sing a c...
Mar 16, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this regular episode, I dive into the best five films I saw in February: The Passion of Joan of Arc, Antwone Fisher, Images, Life of Brian, and Don't Torture a Duckling. I also give some quick thoughts on the other films I saw during the month. Check it out! Music: Tino Mendes & Yellow Paper - The Heist Antwone Fisher clip (c) 20th Century Fox
Mar 01, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In our fourth special episode, we go romantic as I analyze a scene from my favorite romcom of all time, When Harry Met Sally, specifically the scene when Harry, well, meets Sally. So grab a box of chocolates or tissues, whatever suits you better, and listen to my thoughts, analysis, and trivia about it. All movie clips (c) Columbia Pictures Opening song "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off" (c) Ella Fitzgerald and Louie Armstrong Closing song "Auld Lang Syne" (c) Robert Burns...
Feb 26, 2021•22 min•Season 100Ep. 4
In our third episode of the year, we laugh and we cry (of laughter!) with guest Steve Mazan, a stand-up comedian, author, and Emmy-Award-winning writer who, among all those things, also hosts a film podcast, The Mazan Movie Club. Listen and find out about his career and his incredible journey. Enjoy! 00:00:00 - 00:01:09 -- Intro 00:01:09 - 00:32:40 -- Meet Steve Mazan! 00:32:40 - 00:37:32 -- What's the Punchline? 00:37:32 - 00:52:00 -- Our Comedy Loot (Top 5) 00:52:00 - 00:54:56 -- Film Twitter'...
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this regular episode, I fly solo through the films I saw in January. From the streets of South London to deep space, from World War 2 in Japan to the Revolution in Cuba, from China to Sweden... that's some of the ground we cover in this episode focused on debut films and war films. Check it out! Music: Tino Mendes & Yellow Paper - The Heist Citizen Kane clip (c) RKO Pictures
Feb 01, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 2
