397 - Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
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"I guess you've noticed something a little strange with Dad." For Episode 397, David and Brandon kick off CineNation's series on Alien movies with Steven Spielberg's classic film, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND. Listen as they discuss Spielberg's early interest in UFOs, the numerous writers that attemped the story, which A-list actors turned the movie down, why the film ended up filming in Alabama, the troubles between the producers, what deal Spielberg made with two of his best friends, and so much more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get 15% off your online purchase!...
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396 - Bottoms (2023)
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"Could the ugly, untalented gays please report to the principal's office?" For Episode 396, Thomas and Brandon close out CineNation's series on Teen Sex Comedies. Listen as they discuss their favorite modern take on the popular genre with 2023's BOTTOMS. Find out more about the movie as they discuss how Rachel Sennott and Emma Seligman came up with the idea, how Ayo Edebiri got involved in the movie, the process of casting the film, how the Catholic Church in New Orleans tried to stop the film, how NFL legend Marshawn Lynch ended up in the film, how test screenings changed the movie, how the...
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395 - American Pie (1999)
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"It's not a space shuttle launch, it's sex." For Episode 395, Brandon, Thomas, and David continue their series on Sex Comedies with the quinessential 90s film AMERICAN PIE. Listen as the trio discuss how screenwriter Adam Herz came up with the idea for the film, how the movie was fast tracked into production, which TV hearthrob was considered for the lead role, how the famous pie scene would up in the movie, why Eugene Levy was hesitate to star in the film, what critics felt about the film in the moment, how it inspired a massive franchise, and more! Use the code cinenation15 on...
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394 - Risky Business (1983)
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"Time of your life, huh, kid?" For Episode 394, Brandon and Thomas continue CineNation's series on Sex Comedies with RISKY BUSINESS. Listen as they discuss Paul Brickman's time writing the script, how many future A-list stars auditioned for the role, how Tom Cruise landed the role, who had an affair on the set of the film, how Brickman and Cruise came up with the idea for the Bob Seger, why Sean Penn found himself on the set for several weeks, the fights during post-production regarding the ending, and so much more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get 15% off your online...
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393 - Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
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"Anyone can have sex." For Episode 393, David and Brandon start off CineNation's Sex Comedy series with one of the quintessential high school movies of the 1980s, FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH. Listen as they discuss Cameron Crowe going undercover at a high school, which director was originally up for the film, the massive casting sessions for the film, Sean Penn's wild method acting techniques on-set, how Amy Heckerling made changes to Crowe's original story, the process of getting the popular music for the film, why Universal executives were so against the project, and so much more! Use the...
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392 - Lost in Translation (2003)
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"I just don't know what I'm supposed to be." For Episode 392, Thomas and Brandon conclude CineNation's main series on Brief Encounters with Sofia Coppola's LOST IN TRANSLATION. Listen as they discuss Coppola's run-and-gun style approach to filming in Tokyo, what inspired her to make the movie, how Bill Murray got involved in the project, the difficulties of making an independent film, how the movie came a surprise hit, and more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get 15% off your online purchase! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive movie content: ...
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391 - Brief Encounter (1945)
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"This can't last. This misery can't last." For Episode 391, Brandon and Thomas are joined by the incredibly talented film editor and former CineNation regular, Anna Catley. With Anna being a massive fan of BRIEF ENCOUNTER, she decided to join them in discussing one of David Lean and Noel Coward's best films for CineNation's Brief Encounter series. Listen as they discuss Coward's early life in theater, why the casting was so unique for the film, how World War II had an impact on the film's production, the struggles of filming in the countryside, why it was such a big hit in the United States,...
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390 - Past Lives (2023)
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"It means there must have been something between them in their past lives." For Episode 390, Brandon and David continue CineNation's series on Brief Encounters with Celine Song's PAST LIVES. Listen to find out more about how COVID-19 impacted the film, Song's earlier theatre career, producer mishaps, Song's unique directing style with her actors, how the crew pulled off the film's emotional finale, why the film is becoming one of the gems of 2023, and so much more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get a 15% discount on your online purchase! Also, don't forget to join our...
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389 - Roman Holiday (1953)
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"I don't know how to say goodbye." For Episode 389, Thomas and Brandon return from their holiday hiatus to discuss Brief Encounter Romance genre. They are starting off CineNation's series with one of the best romantic comedies of all time, ROMAN HOLIDAY. Listen as they discuss the film's connections to the Red Scare and Dalton Trumbo, the A-list talent that turned down the project, how they used real Italian locations for the American film, how it created a different career path for Gregory Peck, why the film was a massive success internationally, how Audrey Hepburn was discovered for the...
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THROWBACK: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)
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"I've had a rough year, dad." We're continuing our tribute series by taking a look back at Episode 312 on Wes Anderson's THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS in honor of the late Gene Hackman. Listen as Brandon and Thomas discuss Hackman's relationship with Wes Anderson, how the film used practical locations for the film, how quickly Ben Stiller had to make the movie, the struggles with the music choices, how the film elevated Wes Anderson to the next part of his career, and much more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get a 15% discount on your online purchase! Also, don't forget to join our...
info_outline"You are dead center of the greatest scientific event in the history of man."
For Episode 375, Brandon and David are joined by Paige Klaniecki to discuss Alex Garland's Ex Machina for CineNation's Hard Sci-Fi series. Paige is a screenwriter, podcaster, and voice actress based in Los Angeles, and she serves as a co-writer and associate producer on the Mission: Rejected spy comedy podcast, while also serving as a voice actress on the show. Listen as Brandon, David, and Paige discuss Garland's inspirations behind the film, the movie's casting process, how the crew created the environment of the film, how A24 became a major player in getting the film released, and much more.
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- Opening - Talking about Coherence - (00:00:10)
- Introducing Paige Klaniecki - (00:03:45)
- Recap of Hard Sci-Fi Movies (00:05:44)
- Intro to Ex Machina (00:08:03)
- How Ex Machina Got to Production (00:13:40)
- Favorite Scenes (00:25:16)
- On Set Life - (00:51:22)
- Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:00:19)
- What Worked and What Didn’t (01:07:24)
- Film Facts (01:15:13)
- Awards (01:15:56)
- Final Questions on the Movie (01:21:01)
- Wrapping Up the Episode (01:27:47)
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