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Wrong Reel

James Hancockwrongreel.com
Wrong Reel is a podcast for hardcore cinephiles where we tackle everything from Jean-Luc Godard to Jean-Luc Picard. Hosted by James Hancock.

Episodes

WR398 - Westworld Season 2 Finale Roundtable Discussion

We welcome back Leanne Kubicz ( 1898-House ) and Marcus Pinn (Creator of Pinnland Empire and co-host of Zebras in America ) to discuss the Season 2 Finale of 'Westworld'. Follow Marcus Pinn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow Leanne Kubicz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lianemarieK Official Site for 1898-House: http://www.1898-house.com/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Jun 27, 20181 hr 9 min

WR397 - "Indy, Why Does the Floor Move?"

After far too long an absence, we welcome back Skye Wingfield to discuss what makes Indiana Jones one of the most enduring pop culture icons of the 20th century. Subscribe to the Film '89 Podcast: https://www.film89.co.uk/category/film-89-podcast/ Follow Skye Wingfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkyeMovies Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Jun 26, 20182 hr 1 min

WR396 - Humiliation and Revenge in the Films of Ingmar Bergman

Our two favorite Ingmar Bergman fanatics, Becky D'Anna and Dave Eves, return to discuss Bergman's films set in the world of theater ('Sawdust and Tinsel', 'The Magician' and 'The Rite') and how they explore physical, sexual and professional humiliation. Follow Becky D’Anna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hwoodminotaur Follow Dave Eves on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinemaVsDave Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Jun 20, 20181 hr 39 min

WR395 - Michael Curtiz and the Zenith of Hollywood's Golden Age

We welcome back Charlie Craven ( 100 Years of Cinema ) to celebrate one of the chief architects of the Golden Age of Hollywood, Michael Curtiz. Subscribe to 100 Years of Cinema on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbM9iT_PqBCUOQdaREDAP3g Follow 100 Years of Cinema on Twitter: https://twitter.com/100yearscinema Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Jun 16, 20182 hr 55 min

WR394 - The Skill of Gymnastics. The Kill of Karate. Gymkata.

From director Robert Clouse, who gave us 'Enter the Dragon', comes 'Gymkata' (1985), a movie not nearly as good as 'Enter the Dragon', but thankfully Brian Rule is here to help us explore its hidden charms. Subscribe to Brian Rule on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianrule Follow Brian Rule on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.r.rule Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Jun 11, 20181 hr 25 min

WR393 - We're On a Mission From God

We welcome filmmaker Bill Teck ( One Day Since Yesterday ) and Rob Cotto to celebrate one of the most beloved comedies of all time, 'The Blues Brothers' (1980). Follow Bill Teck on Twitter: https://twitter.com/billteck Watch 'One Day Since Yesterday': http://onedaysinceyesterday.com/ Follow Rob Cotto on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robcotto Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Jun 07, 20181 hr 46 min

WR392 - Belladonna of Sadness

Martin Kessler (host of Flixwise Canada ) returns to discuss Eiichi Yamamoto's recently restored animated classic 'Belladonna of Sadness' (1973). Better put the kids to bed for this one. Follow Martin Kessler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MovieKessler Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

Jun 02, 20181 hr 35 min

WR391 - Michael Ritchie - American Director

Kevin Maher (host of Kevin Geeks Out ) returns to celebrate the highs and lows of one of his favorite filmmakers, Michael Ritchie. Follow Kevin Maher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KevinGeeksOut Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

May 29, 20182 hr 46 min

WR390 - 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' - Han Shot First

John Holderried and Adam Rackoff return to review 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' and to discuss what it means to the past, present and future of the Star Wars franchise. Follow John Holderried: https://twitter.com/Honky275 Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax Check out Bill Plympton’s short film ‘Cop Dog’, now available on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/movie/cop-dog/id1361763872...

May 27, 20181 hr 49 min

WR389 - Lars von Trier - A Provocateur with the Soul of Tarkovsky

Marcus Pinn (Creator of Pinnland Empire and co-host of Zebras in America ) returns to discuss the filmography of one of the most groundbreaking and controversial directors working today, Lars von Trier. Follow Marcus Pinn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

May 24, 20182 hr 5 min

WR388 - Creepy Kids in Horror

We welcome Suzen Tekla Kruglnska (host of The Shining 2:37 ) to discuss some of the all-time creepiest kids in the horror genre. Follow Suzen Tekla Kruglnska on Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_Shining_237 Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

May 19, 20182 hr 1 min

WR387 - Bogie & Bacall

We welcome back Wrong Reel's power couple, Jessica Ramos and Dave Eves, to celebrate the four films that made Bogie & Bacall the most iconic couple from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Follow Jessica Ramos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.ramos.5811 Follow Dave Eves on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinemaVsDave Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

May 15, 20181 hr 40 min

WR386 - 50 Years of '2001: A Space Odyssey' & 'Filmworker'

Producer Adam Rackoff returns to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey' and the release of the fantastic documentary 'Filmworker' which focuses on Kubrick's right-hand man, the great Leon Vitali. Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

May 12, 20182 hr 10 min

WR385 - Exploring Rockabilly in 'The Loveless' & 'Scorpio Rising'

Erik Bartlam returns to discuss the key ingredients of rockabilly and how this culture is explored in 'The Loveless' (1981, co-directed by Kathryn Bigelow and Monty Montgomery) and Kenneth Anger's 'Scorpio Rising' (1963). Follow Erik Bartlam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/e_f_bartlam Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

May 11, 20181 hr 16 min

WR384 - Counting Down the Best Films by Tony Scott

Jacob Rivera joins James Hancock as they count down and discuss their top 5 favorite films by director Tony Scott. Follow Jacob Rivera on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jratm23 Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

May 07, 20181 hr 55 min

WR383 - David Lean and Why He's Even Better Than You Already Believe

We welcome Steven Saunders (co-founder and editor of Screen Mayhem and the host of ‘ Let’s Get Stuck Into… ‘) to celebrate the work of David Lean and the brilliant chapters of his career before he became a world famous director of epics. Follow Screen Mayhem on Twitter: https://twitter.com/screenmayhem Follow Steven Saunders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/attackonmovies_ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

May 02, 20182 hr 19 min

WR382 - 'Avengers: Infinity War' Round Table Review

For our special round table discussion for 'Avengers: Infinity War' we welcome Fia Ramo, Ganesh Nair, and Andrew Cannizzaro. No casuals allowed. Follow Fia Ramo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/framobot Follow Andrew Cannizzaro on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajc340 Follow Ganesh Nair on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaneshNair Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Apr 29, 20182 hr

WR381 - Bergman & Hitch

We welcome back John Arminio from Comix Connection to discuss the three films by the Master of Suspense starring the great Ingrid Bergman: 'Spellbound', Notorious' & 'Under Capricorn'. Follow John Arminio on Twitter: https://twitter.com/QuasarSniffer Comix Connection Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/comix.connection/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Apr 26, 20181 hr 25 min

WR380 - The Rise and Fall of Martin Brest

Andy Webb returns to discuss both the classic as well as the reviled movies that led to the rise and fall of director Martin Brest. Follow Andy Webb: https://twitter.com/Webbslinger Follow James Hancock: https://twitter.com/colebrax

Apr 21, 20182 hr 5 min

WR379 - A Look at 'You Were Never Really Here' with Pinnland Empire

Marcus Pinn (Creator of Pinnland Empire and co-host of Zebras in America ) joins us to review Lynne Ramsay's new film 'You Were Never Really Here' starring Joaquin Phoenix. Follow Marcus Pinn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Apr 13, 20181 hr 6 min

WR378 - Jamie Lee Curtis - Simply Perfect

Filmmaker Bill Scurry (co-host of the ‘ I Don’t Get It ‘ podcast) returns for a deep dive into the remarkable career of Jamie Lee Curtis. Follow Bill Scurry on Twitter Follow James Hancock on Twitter

Apr 11, 20182 hr 32 min

WR377 - Sword & Sorcery and Rankin & Bass

Producer Adam Rackoff returns to discuss Rankin/Bass Animated Entertainment and their traditional cel-animated fantasy films ('The Hobbit' (1977), The Return of the King' (1980), 'The Last Unicorn' (1982) & 'The Flight of Dragons' (1982)). Follow Adam Rackoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRackoff Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

Apr 08, 20181 hr 46 min

WR376 - John Ford, John Ford and John Ford

Chuck R Mystery returns to celebrate the great John Ford and the many classics he made outside of the western genre. Follow Chuck R Mystery on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MysteryChuck1 Krypton Fan Podcast: http:// kryptonfanpodcasts.com Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Apr 03, 20181 hr 54 min

WR375 - Searching for a Trace of Steven Spielberg in 'Ready Player One'

Ganesh Nair ( Make Mom Marvel , Clip Show ) returns to review Steven Spielberg's adaptation of 'Ready Player One' and to discuss what the film signifies about the current state of 21st century pop culture. Follow Ganesh Nair on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaneshNair Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Apr 01, 20181 hr 49 min

WR374 - How to Celebrate Easter and April Fool's Day the Wrong Reel Way

Leanne Kubicz returns for a holiday double header where we celebrate both Easter and April Fools' Day with a look at Norman Jewison's 1973 adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical 'Jesus Christ Superstar' as well as the slasher film 'April Fool's Day' (1986). Follow Leanne Kubicz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lianemarieK Official Site for 1898-House: http://www.1898-house.com/ Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Mar 28, 20181 hr 16 min

WR373 - A Look Back at the Films of Stuart Rosenberg

Adam Schartoff (the host of Filmwax Radio ) returns to discuss the ups and downs in the filmography of director Stuart Rosenberg. Follow Filmwax Radio: https://twitter.com/filmwaxradio Follow Adam Schartoff on Twitter: https://twitter.com/filmwaxradio Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Mar 27, 20181 hr 52 min

WR372 - Bill Plympton, Jackie Greene & 'The Modern Lives'

Animator Bill Plympton joins James Hancock and Adam Rackoff to discuss his latest projects including his collaboration with musician Jackie Greene, a series of music videos called 'The Modern Lives' making its premiere at the SVA Theatre on March 28th at 7:00 pm. 'The Modern Lives' Screening: http://svatheatre.com/events/jackie-greene-bill-plymptons-music-video-extravaganza/ Follow Bill Plympton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/plymptoons Follow Jackie Greene on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jacki...

Mar 20, 201830 min

WR371- The Regenerative Influences of 'The Wicker Man'

Elana Levin ( Graphic Policy Radio ) joins us to discuss what makes 'The Wicker Man' (1973) one of the most fascinating cult classics in movie history. Follow Elana Levin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Elana_Brooklyn Follow Graphic Policy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GraphicPolicy Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax...

Mar 19, 20181 hr 2 min

WR370 - Bergman '57

Becky D’Anna and Dave Eves return to celebrate Ingmar Bergman's two landmark films from 1957, 'The Seventh Seal' and 'Wild Strawberries'. Follow Becky D'Anna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hwoodminotaur Follow Dave Eves on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CinemaVsDave Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

Mar 17, 20181 hr 20 min

WR369 - A Salute to Hayao Miyazaki with Flixwise Canada

Martin Kessler (host of Flixwise Canada ) returns to discuss what makes Hayao Miyazaki one of the greatest animators who has ever lived. Follow Martin Kessler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MovieKessler Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax

Mar 13, 20181 hr 57 min
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