Vintage Cinema Rewind

Castle in the Sky (1986) Pt. 2 Deep Dive

Grip your mysterious family heirlooms tight, because this week we're touching down on Laputa -- Hayao Miyazaki's Castle in the Sky! Blake, Jason, and Michael climb every vine and explore every hidden passageway in Studio Ghibli's airborne masterpiece. Tune in for all this and more on Vintage Cinema Rewind.
 
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Castle in the Sky (1986) Pt. 1 Primer

It's a bird, it's a plane, no wait! It's Castle in the Sky, Studio Ghibli's charming 1986 adventure film. Join Blake, Jason, and Michael as they evade sky pirates, government officials, and killer robots as they attempt to uncover Laputa's secret treasure (Spoilers: it might just be the friends they met along the way).
 
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Deathtrap (1982) Pt.2 Deep Dive

Welcome back to Vintage Cinema Rewind, where we take a deep dive into forgotten classic movies. Today, we'll be discussing "Deathtrap", the 1982 thriller directed by Sidney Lumet and based on the Broadway play by Ira Levin. We'll explore the themes of ambition, envy, and betrayal that permeate the movie and discuss how they contribute to the suspenseful and thrilling atmosphere.
 
We'll also delve into the outstanding performances by Michael Caine and Christopher Reeve, and how their characters' motivations and actions drive the story forward. Additionally, we'll analyze the clever writing and structure of the plot that keeps the audience engaged.
 
Join us as we examine the nuances of "Deathtrap" and how it has become a forgotten classic of the thriller genre.
 
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Deathtrap (1982) Pt. 1 Primer

Hey there Vintage Cinema Rewind fans! Join us for a new episode where we'll be discussing the classic and underrated 1982 black comedy/thriller film, Deathtrap!
 
If you're a fan of suspense, Michael Caine, or seeing an actor brilliantly break away from their typecast, this one is not to be missed! We'll be sharing their thoughts on the movie's plot, characters, and all the reasons that make it an unforgettable viewing experience.
 
Whether you're new to the movie or a longtime fan, we've got you covered with all the details you need to know before hitting play. So, grab a snack, sit back, and get ready to learn more about Deathtrap on our latest episode, available now on all major podcast platforms.
 
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VCR at the 1973 Oscars Presents: Cabaret (1972) Pt. 2 Deep Dive!

Leave your troubles outside! Vintage Cinema Rewind returns with another episode on Bob Fosse's Cabaret. Blake and Mike discuss the film's deeper themes while the Weimar Republic crumbles around them. We hope this Deep Dive drives you wild with desire.
 
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VCR at the 1973 Oscars Presents: Cabaret (1972) Pt. 1 Primer

Leave your troubles outside! Join Blake and Mike as they continue their look back at the 1973 Oscar season with Bob Fosse's Cabaret! On this week's primer episode, they discuss this musical's unlikely origins and the divinely decadent cast. (Blake and Mike will be back next week with the spoiler episode... that is, if the booze and sex don't get them first.
 
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VCR at the 1973 Oscars Presents: The Godfather Part 1 (1972) Pt. 2 Deep Dive!

Every mob war needs four things: a boatload of mattresses, a hot-headed eldest son, a German-Irish consigliere, and two thirty-year-old film nerds that don't know what they're talking about. Join us on this week's Vintage Cinema Rewind as Blake and Mike dive deep into Francis Ford Coppola's 1972 Academy Award-winning masterpiece. Leave the gun, take the episode.
 
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VCR at the 1973 Oscars Presents: The Godfather Part 1 (1972) Pt. 1 Primer

Vintage Cinema Rewind is about to make you an offer you can't refuse. Join Blake and Mike as they introduce Francis Ford Coppola's 1972 masterpiece, The Godfather. They discuss everything, from how this magnum opus got greenlit at all, to the actors who had no idea their careers were about to change, to who this movie is for (spoiler: it's you).
 
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Ghost (1990) Pt. 2 Deep Dive!

We're back with our deep dive into the beloved 1990 classic Ghost! Going further this time, we'll get into our favorite moments and why they continue to resonate with audiences today. We'll get right into spoilers with our personal reviews of the film, discussing what we loved, what we may have questioned, and why this movie has become a cultural touchstone for so many.
 
So, whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the world of Ghost, join us as we revisit this timeless classic and explore the technical and emotional aspects that make it a nostalgic masterpiece of filmmaking that started off the 90's with a fun and surprising kick.
 
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Ghost (1990) Pt. 1 Primer

Get ready for a nostalgia kick because we're about to dive into this weeks primer on the 1990 hit, Ghost.
This movie has it all - steamy pottery, ghostly love, and Whoopi Goldberg channeling her inner medium. It's the perfect blend of drama, laughter, and ethereal mechanics. It's a story about a man trying to solve the mystery of his own not pottery related at all death.
We'll explore why 'Ghost' still haunts our hearts and tickles our funny bones, even 30 years later.
 
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Trainspotting (1996) Pt. 2 Deep Dive!

And they're back with more Trainspotting! This week, Blake and Michael provide a deep dive into Danny Boyle's seminal nineties masterpiece. They discuss several important topics, such as all the different ways this movie charmed and hurt them. Calm your withdrawal symptoms with more Vintage Cinema Rewind.
 
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Trainspotting (1996) Pt. 1 Primer

Prepare to inject the latest Vintage Cinema Rewind straight into your veins! On this week's Primer episode, Blake and Michael tackle Danny Boyle's critically acclaimed cult classic, Trainspotting! They'll laugh, they'll cry, and they'll squirm with discomfort as they try to peel back the layers of this grimy onion of a movie. Being Scottish might be sh*te, but being our listener doesn't have to be.
 
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Gattaca (1997) Pt. 2 Deep Dive!

In part two of our Gattaca discussion, Blake and Jason do a deep dive into the film, discussing our favorite scenes, effects and filming, and our review of this cult classic dystopian sci-fi thriller. Should this be considered one of the greatest Sci-Fi films of all time? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and whether you like the new episode format.
 
If you want a spoiler free discussion of the movie, check out our previous Primer episode of Gattaca!
 
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Gattaca (1997) Pt. 1 Primer

New Year, new structure, same great hosts! This week Blake and Jason are covering the Cult classic Gattaca (1997). In part one of our Gattaca series, the guys discuss this Dystopian Thriller with a spoiler free approach, diving into the film with a brief plot summary, discussing the performances of Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, and talk about who should check this movie out in 2023 and when the optimal time to watch it is. Let us know what you think about the new structure, and stay tuned for next week when we talk full spoilers and behind the scenes!
 
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Top 5 Movies of 2022

Another year has come and gone. But now, as we prepare to abandon 2022 at the proverbial gas station, Blake, Jason, and Mike will come together to discuss the Top Five movies of the year! The rules? Simple. The films? Influential. Our correspondents? Questionable. Will their bonds be forever frayed? Or will the three of them finally agree on something?

Die Hard (1988)

Blake and Mike do a Die Hard! This Christmas, Vintage Cinema Rewind tackles all thirty-five floors of Bruce Willis's 1988 star-making role. So crawl on through the vents with these two knuckleheads as they try to survive this (holiday?) classic.
 
 
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Viewers Choice 1: The Jerk (1979)

Steve Martin. Carl Reiner. Blake. Michael. Join us on this week's Vintage Cinema Rewind for our much-anticipated Viewer's Choice Episode! And what an episode it is! We're tackling Steve Martin's hilarious star-making role: The Jerk. Listen in as we two jerks laugh our way through our thoughts on this astonishing classic.
 
Feel free to drop a recommendation that you'd be interested in us covering anytime!
 
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Platoon (1986)

Prepared to get Vietnam'd! On this week's episode of VCR, Blake and Mike get drafted into the murky underworld of Oliver Stone's Platoon, staring Charlie Sheen, Willem Dafoe, and Tom Berenger. Join these two as they contend with bugs, friendly fire, and heavy-handed Christian allegories.
 
And don't forget to cast your votes for our Viewer's Choice Episode! Have a pre turn of the millennium movie you'd like us to tackle? Then sound off in the comments below!
 
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Cube (1997)

If math = horror in your mind, you'll love this week's movie Cube (1997). This original Canadian micro-budget horror film with "Astronomical" scares follows 6 people trapped inside a labyrinth of connected and highly dangerous cubes. This beloved cult film which spawned a franchise is broken down and discussed at equal lengths, widths, and heights.
 
Be sure to leave a comment regarding your vote for the viewers choice episode airing later in November!
 
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Titanic (1997)

What do two film nerds and a chunk of jagged ice have in common? Both are about to climb inside the Titanic, and both are rapidly melting. Join us as we unpack James Cameron's groundbreaking, decade-defining success (the first one, anyway), and the ways it has impacted the last quarter century of cinema.
 
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