Showing posts with label Chloe Zhao. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chloe Zhao. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 10, 2021

CLI: Eternals, Spencer, English Language Films by non-English Directors

 Recorded - 11/7/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review two of the marquee films to hit theaters this week before counting down the best English language films by directors who do not speak English as their native language.  The trivia review sparks a lively discussion about a Todd favorite.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach's Review: The Rescue (4:55)
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: The Big Town (9:00)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Chico & Rita (11:50)
  • Featured Review: Eternals (16:00)
  • Featured Review: Spencer (34:45)
  • Power Rankings: English Language Films by non-English Directors (53:45)
    • Guessing Adam's List
  • Trivia
    • Trivia Review: Swingers (1:45:00)
    • Trivia: MCU Directors (1:57:30)
  • Quote of the Day (2:02:20)



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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

CXXII: 2021 Oscar Preview

 Recorded - 4/18/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we get ready for the big day: OSCARS SUNDAY!!!  We do a quick overview of all the minor categories before we dive into the all the major races.  Make sure you fill out your Oscar Challenge ballot!  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Cager Review: Never on Tuesday (4:30)
    • Zach's Criterion Review: An Angel at My Table (8:45)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: War Photographer (13:10)
  • Oscar Preview
    • International, Animated, Documentary (17:00)
    • Visual Effects, Song, Score (27:30)
    • Makeup, Sound, Costumes (33:05)
    • Production Design, Editing, Cinematography (39:25)
    • Adapted Screenplay, Original Screenplay (46:00)
    • Supporting Actress, Supporting Actor (1:02:50)
    • Actress, Actor (1:16:50)
    • Director, Picture (1:35:40)
  • Quote of the Day (1:52:00)



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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

CXIV: Nomadland, The Silence of the Lambs

Recorded - 2/21/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, our three hosts (Terry Plucknett, Zach Saltz, Todd Plucknett) review a front runner for Best Picture before we deep dive a Best Picture winner from 30 years ago.  Here are the highlights:
  • Comparing This Year's Oscars in History (3:20)
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach Review: The King of Staten Island (11:10)
    • Terry's Oscar Review: The Man Who Wasn't There (17:30)
    • Todd's Cager Review: G-Force (20:50)
  • Featured Review: Nomadland (24:20)
  • 30th Anniversary Deep Dive: The Silence of the Lambs
    • Trivia (41:50)
    • The 1991 Oscars (1:02:00)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Anthony Hopkins & Jodie Foster (1:15:50)
    • Recasting (1:27:40)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Best Minor Character (1:42:50)
    • Biggest Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene (1:53:50)
    • Gripes and Conspiracies (2:05:40)
    • MVP, LVP, Quote of the Day (2:10:50)



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