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"You just gotta keep livin' man, L-I-V-I-N." For Episode 354, Thomas and Brandon revisit DAZED AND CONFUSED as part of CineNation's Hyperlink series. Listen as they discuss Linklater's struggles with working with a Hollywood studio, the film's incredible casting stories, the length of the original cut, which two actors caused the most drama, and more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Getting Concert Tickets -  (00:00:10) Recap of the Hyperlink Genre (00:01:50) Intro to Dazed and Confused (00:7:12) How Dazed and Confused Got to Production (00:13:34) Favorite Scenes (00:40:07) On Set Life (01:05:50) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:29:19) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:38:26) Film Facts (01:43:46) Awards (01:49:59) Final Questions on the Movie (01:58:46) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:04:26) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"I'm tryin' real hard to be the shepherd." For Episode 353, David and Brandon discuss the Hyperlink Genre, starting with one of the most famous examples: PULP FICTION. Listen as they discuss which multiple Oscar-winning actor wanted to play Vincent Vega, how Bruce Willis ended up in the film, how the movie became one of the most influential films of its era, and so much more.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - 3 Ninjas Kick Back and Family Travel Movies -  (00:00:10) Intro to the Hyperlink Genre (00:07:48) Intro to Pulp Fiction (00:16:12) How Pulp Fiction Got to Production (00:28:18) Favorite Scenes (00:51:32) On Set Life - (01:31:31) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:35:54) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:49:08) Film Facts (01:56:07) Awards (01:57:52) Final Questions on the Movie (02:00:14) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:04:27) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"Some say life is hard, but that is just talk. It is good to be alive, it is exciting!" For Episode 352, Brandon and David are joined by Marcus Patterson to discuss Akira Kurosawa's Dreams. Marcus is a talented director of photography who worked on the recent Sundance film, SUNFISH (& OTHER STORIES ON GREEN LAKE), which was also an anthology film. David and Brandon talk with Marcus about his work on the anthology film, and he brings some context to the month on the elements of creating one. The trio also dives into Kurosawa's Dreams and his early upbringing in Japan. Listen as they discuss how Kurosawa's traumas affected the film, which Hollywood A-listers stepped in to help make the film, and how the creative team was able to mix practical and visual effects to create Kurosawa's fantasy world.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Watching Movies with Family -  (00:00:10) Introducing Marcus Patterson (00:04:38)  Recap of the Anthology Genre (00:07:48) Talk

"I'm not a devious man by nature." For Episode 351, Thomas and Brandon do double genre duty with the Anthology and Western genres by discussing THE BALLAD OF BUSTER SCRUGGS. Listen as they discuss when the idea originated, how difficult it was making six completely separate stories, and how the streaming era of the late 2010s allowed for this movie to happen.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - More about Gene Hackman -  (00:00:10) Recap of the Anthology Genre (00:05:36) Intro to The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (00:12:03) How The Ballad of Buster Scruggs Got to Production (00:21:40) Favorite Scenes (00:36:22) On Set Life - (01:15:53) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:20:56) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:27:16) Film Facts (01:28:56) Awards (01:31:52) Final Questions on the Movie (01:34:31) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:38:08) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podca

"Yes, I'm really in a taxi." For Episode 350, Brandon and David continue the show's series on Anthology Films with a film from the possible King of Anthology films, Jim Jarmusch. Listen as they discuss NIGHT ON EARTH and why Jarmusch wrote the film, how they filmed inside the taxis, and how they tried to capture each city shown in the movie.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Opening Banter - Most Popular Films You Haven’t Seen and Just Friends -  (00:00:10) Recap of the Anthology Genre (00:11:25) Intro to Night on Earth (00:16:31) How Night on Earth Got to Production (00:21:53 ) Favorite Scenes (00:32:38) On Set Life - (01:04:17) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:12:19) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:14:26) Film Facts (01:17:05) Awards (01:19:13) Final Questions on the Movie (01:24:39) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:30:17) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"Scream in hell forever, you monster!" For Episode 349, David and Brandon are kicking off the show's Anthology series with CREEPSHOW. Listen as they discuss the historic pairing of Stephen King and George A. Romero, Tom Savini's make-up effects, and the unique release strategy that helped make this anthology film a hit at the box office.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Gene Hackman -  (00:00:10) Intro to the Anthology Genre (00:10:28) Intro to Creepshow (00:15:44) How Creepshow Got to Production (00:24:23) Favorite Scenes (00:30:10) On Set Life - (01:07:12) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:19:24) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:24:53) Film Facts (01:29:27) Awards (01:31:14) Final Questions on the Movie (01:35:42) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:42:30) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"Here's looking at you, kid." For Episode 348, Brandon and David conclude the Romantic Drama series with CASABLANCA. The two discuss how a European trip inspired the story, the early casting rumors, how the war affected the production, and how the film's final scene came about.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Julia Roberts and What We’re Watching -  (00:00:10) Recap of the Romance Drama Genre (00:07:48) Intro to Casablanca (00:11:38) How Casablanca Got to Production (00:16:51) Favorite Scenes (00:37:38) On Set Life - (01:11:09) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:23:59) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:32:00 ) Film Facts (01:34:34) Awards (01:39:46) Final Questions on the Movie (01:43:32) Final Genre Questions (01:50:21) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:57:32) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"Reynolds has made my dreams come true." For Episode 347, Thomas and Brandon continue the show's Romantic Drama series. Listen as they discuss what personal experience inspired the film, how Daniel Day-Lewis became involved, and how Paul Thomas Anderson and his crew created the visual style for the film.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Happiness and Philip Seymour Hoffman (00:00:10) Recap of the Romance Drama Genre (00:04:03) Intro to Phantom Thread (00:09:14) How Phantom Thread Made It To Production (00:16:55) Favorite Scenes (00:30:28) On Set Life (01:13:00) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:17:35) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:23:34) Film Facts (01:26:45) Awards (01:29:02) Final Questions on the Movie (01:34:08) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:38:23) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"We must be nice to each other. Otherwise, life's not worth living." For Episode 346, David and Brandon discuss ALI: FEAR EATS THE SOUL for their romance drama series. Listen as they discuss the career of Rainer Werner Fassbinder, his troupe of actors, how quickly they made the movie, and what filmmaker influenced him the most.  If you're in Los Angeles, don't miss your chance to see Wong Kar-wai's masterpiece IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE on the big screen in honor of the film's 25th anniversary at the Nuart Theatre on Valentine's Day:  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Opening Banter - The Gutter and What’s on Criterion Channel (00:00:10) Recap of the Romance Drama Genre (00:07:53) Intro to Ali: Fear Eats the Soul (00:12:27) How Ali: Fear Eats the Soul Got to Production (00:18:53) Favorite Scenes (00:32:57) On Set Life - (00:59:21) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:01:02) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:06:44) Film Facts (01:12:24) Awards (01:12:48) Final Questions on the Movie (01

"I didn't think you'd fall in love with me." For Episode 345, Brandon and David return from hiatus to start their Romance Drama series with Wong Kar-wai's IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE. Listen as they discuss the film's lengthy production schedule, working without a script, why they shot most of the movie twice, and how it barely made its premiere date.  If you're in Los Angeles, don't miss your chance to see Wong Kar-wai's masterpiece on the big screen in honor of the film's 25th anniversary at the Nuart Theatre on Valentine's Day:  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Cookbooks and Cooking Movies -  (00:00:10) Intro to the Romance Drama Genre (00:08:20) Intro to In the Mood for Love (00:15:55) How In the Mood for Love Got to Production (00:25:11) Favorite Scenes (00:39:14) On Set Life - (01:04:46) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:15:31) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:19:33) Film Facts (01:22:50) Awards (01:25:21) Final Questions on the Movie (01:29:28) Wrapping Up t

"I guess we need to register you as a Lethal Weapon." For Episode 344, Thomas and Brandon finish our Christmas Action series with LETHAL WEAPON. Listen as they discuss Shane Black's early writing career, the casting of the leading duo, and how the production team created Christmas in Los Angeles.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Opening Banter - Rom-Coms and Christmas Classics (00:00:10) Recap of Christmas Action Genre (00:08:30) Intro to Lethal Weapon (00:13:59) How Lethal Weapon Got to Production (00:19:38) Favorite Scenes (00:28:51) On Set Life - (01:00:25) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:07:32) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:12:35) Film Facts (01:23:08) Awards (01:31:27) Final Questions on the Movie (01:39:02) Final Questions on the Genre (01:49:04) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:53:03) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"Welcome to the party, pal!" For Episode 343, David and Brandon discuss DIE HARD for their Christmas Action series. Listen as they discuss the multiple actors who passed on the movie, the performance of Bruce Willis, the struggles of production, and how the movie became a sleeper hit in 1988.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Cleopatra and John Ford -  (00:00:10) Recap of Christmas Action Genre (00:07:34) Intro to Die Hard (00:10:08) How Die Hard Got to Production (00:19:41) Favorite Scenes (00:32:35) On Set Life - (01:10:16) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:24:31) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:32:17) Film Facts (01:43:22) Awards (01:44:20) Final Questions on the Movie (01:53:46) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:03:19) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"I feel as though I know you very well." For Episode 342, Brandon and David dive into this year's Christmas genre, and that is the Christmas Action genre. Listen as they discuss the 1978 Canadian thriller THE SILENT PARTNER. Find out which rock star Elliott Gould wanted to be cast in the film, why it was filmed in Canada, the controversy in post-production, and what directors loved the movie.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Spotify Wrapped and Denzel -  (00:00:10) Intro of Christmas Action Month (00:09:26) Intro to The Silent Partner (00:16:06) How The Silent Partner Got to Production (00:23:42) Favorite Scenes (00:31:12) On Set Life - (01:07:21) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:13:36) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:22:04) Film Facts (01:29:58) Awards (01:30:41) Final Questions on the Movie (01:36:15) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:43:39) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterbo

"I believed somehow that I could live through this bad dream I was having." For Episode 341, Brandon and Thomas close our Noirvember with DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS. Listen as they talk about the original novel, the casting process, how history impacted the overall world of the movie, and what landmark court case partially caused the film's disappointment at the box office.  DISCLAIMER: Thomas was traveling this week, so his set-up was a bit different, and his audio was rougher in the show's first half due to computer issues.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Opening Banter - Movie Musicals -  (00:00:10) Recap of LA Noir Month (00:03:36) Intro to Devil in a Blue Dress (00:07:43) How Devil in a Blue Dress Got to Production (00:17:07) Favorite Scenes (00:33:21) On Set Life - (01:04:58) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:08:47) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:12:56) Film Facts (01:19:40) Awards (01:20:22) Final Questions on the Movie (01:26:38) Final Questions on the LA Noir Genre (

"I'm not bad. I'm just drawn that way." For Episode 340, Thomas and Brandon finally dive into Robert Zemeckis's WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT. Listen as they discuss the deals Spielberg made for the movie, how many famous actors passed on the role of Eddie Valiant, Bob Hoskins's incredible performance, and how the movie helped push the boundaries of visual effects and animation.  DISCLAIMER: There was an audio mishap with Brandon's raw audio toward the end of the episode, but it only lasted for around two minutes.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - More Noirvember -  (00:00:10) Recap of LA Noir Month (00:08:03) Intro to Who Framed Roger Rabbit (00:11:36) How Who Framed Roger Rabbit Got to Production (00:19:29) Favorite Scenes (00:34:23) On Set Life - (00:58:02) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:08:21) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:26:32) Film Facts (01:34:04) Awards (01:42:07) Final Questions on the Movie (01:47:59) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:52:34) Contact Us

"I can't blame anybody for anything I do." For Episode 339, David and Brandon cover their first Quentin Tarantino movie on the show with JACKIE BROWN. Listen as they discuss Tarantino's adaptation, the film's cast, and how the movie showcased Los Angeles as part of their series on LA Noir.  Buy your tickets for our SUNSET BOULEVARD screening today: Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Sunset Boulevard Announcement (00:00:00) Opening Banter - Substack and Visual Structure -  (00:00:36) Recap of LA Noir Month (00:06:47) Intro to Jackie Brown (00:11:50) How Jackie Brown Got to Production (00:17:09) Favorite Scenes (00:27:25) On Set Life - (01:07:26) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:14:16) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:21:31) Film Facts (01:28:06) Awards (01:29:17) Final Questions on the Movie (01:38:09) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:50:46) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast

"This is the City of the Angels, and you haven't got any wings." For Episode 338, Brandon and David kick off Noirvember with L.A. CONFIDENTIAL as a part of their L.A. Noir series. Listen as they discuss the lengthy writing process, how they cast two unknown Australian actors who became stars, and the difficulties of finding locations in the everchanging Los Angeles.  Buy your tickets for our SUNSET BOULEVARD screening today: Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Sunset Boulevard Announcement (00:00:00) Opening Banter - What’s in Theaters -  (00:00:36) Intro to LA Noir Month (00:11:23) Intro to L.A. Confidential (00:23:08) How L.A. Confidential Got to Production (00:29:46) Favorite Scenes (00:48:43) On Set Life - (01:14:17) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:23:38) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:27:37) Film Facts (01:36:16 ) Awards (01:39:53 ) Final Questions on the Movie (01:44:09) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:53:57) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodca

"Here's your new home." For Episode 337, David, Thomas, and Brandon cap off their Haunted House series with EVIL DEAD II. Listen as they discuss the film's increased budget, why Sam Raimi fired an entire department shortly into filming, and how an all-star special effects team created the memorable effects in the movie.  Buy your tickets for our SUNSET BOULEVARD screening today: Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content:  Sunset Boulevard Announcement (00:00:00) Opening Banter - Final Days of Spooktober -  (00:00:36) Recap of Haunted House Month (00:10:43) Intro to Evil Dead II (00:14:42) How Evil Dead II Got to Production (00:20:06) Favorite Scenes (00:27:41) On Set Life - (00:46:47) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:00:11) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:03:10) Film Facts (01:10:44) Awards (01:11:48) Final Questions on the Movie (01:17:09) Final Genre Questions (01:25:49) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:39:40) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X:

"That house is not fit to live in." For Episode 336, Brandon and David are joined by actress and podcaster Jamie Kirsten Howard to discuss THE CHANGELING. Listen to learn more about how the film impacted Vancouver as a filming location, how the movie's mansion set was created, and why so many famous filmmakers love the movie.  Buy your tickets for our SUNSET BOULEVARD screening today:  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Sunset Boulevard Announcement (00:00:00) Opening Banter - Variety’s Top Horror Film List -  (00:00:36) Introducing Jamie Kirsten Howard (00:06:38) Recap of Haunted House Month (00:07:36) Intro to The Changeling (00:10:05) How The Changeling Got to Production (00:13:10) Favorite Scenes (00:25:30) On Set Life - (00:45:20) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (00:53:59) What Worked and What Didn’t (00:57:01) Film Facts (01:06:57) Awards (01:08:33) Final Questions on the Movie (01:19:44) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:28:00) Guest: Jamie Kirsten Howard (Insta: @jamiekirste

"This is my house!" For Episode 335, Thomas and Brandon continue CineNation's Haunted House series with THE CONJURING 2. Listen to learn more about the lawsuits that caused changes to a sequel, how they incorporated a fictional story with a real-life story, and what significant change was made to the film's villain during last-minute reshoots.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Banter - Thomas’s Spooktoberfest -  (00:00:10) Recap of Haunted House Month (00:06:49) Intro to The Conjuring 2 (00:11:19) How The Conjuring 2 Got to Production (00:19:18) Favorite Scenes (00:40:50) On Set Life - (01:02:23) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:08:39) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:14:01) Film Facts (01:21:39) Awards (01:28:50) Final Questions on the Movie (01:33:27) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:40:55) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com