Pure Cinema Podcast
A weekly film podcast hosted by Elric Kane (of the Shock Waves podcast) and Brian Saur (of the Rupert Pupkin Speaks film blog) featuring discussions of new films, old films, double features, cult movies, filmmakers and movie lists among a smorgasbord of other Cinema-related things.
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Our 25 For '25: A Draft
12/31/2025
Our 25 For '25: A Draft
Hello Listeners! We originally recorded this episode for our Patreon and it was out of appreciation for all of our Patreon supporters, but it was such a fun show that we wanted to release It for everyone to hear. That said, please consider supporting us over on our Patreon – if you are a fan of what we do it means the world to us that we have folks that are willing to be a part of underwriting the costs for all the research that we do to keep bringing you the obscure gems we are always hunting for. For just $5 a month, you get bonus content too! You get our Blu-ray picks episodes where we go through each months release calendar and offer some favorites and you get our Hangout episodes where we often talk about new movies we’ve been watching in theaters and streaming as well as repertory shows we may have gone to over the previous month and now on top of all that you get our new Patreon exclusive bonus show called “Film Discoveries” where we talk to friends of the podcast about some of their favorite older movies they’ve come to in the last year(Our first episode is available now and features our good friend ). All that and the knowledge that you are helping us out in a huge way for just $5 a month.If you’d like to give Patreon a try, head over to – thanks so much! Anyway, we appreciate all of you and hope you enjoy this very special episode! Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: January 2026
12/24/2025
New Beverly Calendar: January 2026
Celebrate the new year with a movie at the New Bev, where it’s always on film! Throughout January we showcase a cinematic slate from towering classics & crowd-pleasing favorites to thrilling rediscoveries, highlight Claudette Colbert in two sparkling Ernst Lubitsch comedies and Peter Sellers in a pair of legendary political satires, plus shaggy ‘70s neo-noir, a gut-busting Jackass double bill, midnights, matinees, and much more! This time, Phil and Brian are joined by Comedian Dana Gould to talk about it all! Check out Dana's podcast ! and ! Check out all things New Beverly here: Have A look at what's Happening at The Vista Here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Films That Influenced WAKE UP DEAD MAN with Rian Johnson
12/12/2025
Films That Influenced WAKE UP DEAD MAN with Rian Johnson
In this special bonus episode, Brian is joined by filmmaker Rian Johnson to talk about several films that were influences on his new Benoit Blanc KNIVES OUT Mystery - WAKE UP DEAD MAN. Check out WAKE UP DEAD MAN on Netflix now and in Theaters now as well. For Theaters showing the film near you, check out this link: Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Film Discoveries of 2025
12/01/2025
Film Discoveries of 2025
For this episode, Elric and Brian return to their annual tradition of talking about some of their favorite films they saw for the first time this year. Some New categories have been added though so they talk about 5 films that they have already discussed on previous episodes, one discovery from a Calendar episode and one re-discovery as well as their 5 picks each. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This month's episode of Pure Cinema is brought to you by - DIABOLIKDVD: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: December 2025
11/26/2025
New Beverly Calendar: December 2025
This holiday season the New Beverly Cinema proudly presents a feast of film fun featuring yuletide classics and festive rediscoveries! We showcase Christmas crime rarities, holiday horrors, a special David Carradine birthday celebration, and our annual ‘Very Tarantino Christmas’ event with the Roadshow Version of The Hateful Eight. Plus, midnights, matinees, and much more, all presented in spectacular 35mm! The Big Picture's Sean Fennessey returns once again (in what has become an annual tradition) to talk movies with Elric, Brian and Phil! Check out all things New Beverly here: Have A look at what's Happening at The Vista Here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Kubrick: Part Two
11/17/2025
Kubrick: Part Two
In this episode, Elric and Brian continue their discussion of the filmography of Stanley Kubrick - starting here with 2001 and carrying on through to his final film, EYES WIDE SHUT. Again, they each offer pairings for the various Kubrick entries as well. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This month's episode of Pure Cinema is brought to you by - DIABOLIKDVD: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Kubrick: Part One
11/10/2025
Kubrick: Part One
In this episode, Elric and Brian begin their epic Two part Journey through the Filmography of director Stanley Kubrick. As always, after they discuss each film, they each offer a film to pair with it. Look for Part Two next week! Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This month's episode of Pure Cinema is brought to you by - DIABOLIKDVD: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Stephen King Movies (with Edgar Wright)
11/03/2025
Stephen King Movies (with Edgar Wright)
On this episode, director Edgar Wright (SHAUN OF THE DEAD, HOT FUZZ, BABY DRIVER) returns to the show to talk Stephen King Movies with Elric and Brian as well as his new film THE RUNNING MAN! The RUNNING MAN opens in theaters everywhere on November 14th! Tickets: It's Also playing the Vista Theater in Los Angeles in 35mm starting 11/21! Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This month's episode of Pure Cinema is brought to you by - DIABOLIKDVD: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: November 2025
10/24/2025
New Beverly Calendar: November 2025
This November the New Beverly proudly presents a special 35mm first-run engagement of Osgood Perkins’ new film Keeper, showcases Burt Lancaster in a pair of noir classics directed by Robert Siodmak, and highlights the work of Bill Forsyth. Plus family matinee favorites, weekly midnight shows, and more! Elric, Brian and Phil discuss it all! Check out all things New Beverly here: Have A look at what's Happening at The Vista Here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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PCP Horrothon 2025
10/09/2025
PCP Horrothon 2025
Elric and Brian are back with regular guest Patrick Bromley to program their own Horrorthons of six movies each! Also discussed at the top is a recap of the actual New Beverly Horror show from this year as well! Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: October 2025
09/23/2025
New Beverly Calendar: October 2025
Celebrate spooky season this October at the New Beverly Cinema with a host of horrific delights, festive frights, and beyond! We pay tribute to filmmaker Scott Spiegel, showcase Coen Brothers neo-noir, and unearth a must-see rarity lost for nearly 50 years: the long rumored alternate Chinese version of a Jimmy Wang Yu martial arts fave with a different ending! Elric, Brian and Phil go through all of it on this episode! Check out all things New Beverly here: Have A look at what's Happening at The Vista Here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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FUNNY PAGES Owen Kline Interview
09/14/2025
FUNNY PAGES Owen Kline Interview
For this special bonus epsiode, Brian speaks to filmmaker and movie fanatic Owen Kline about his debut film FUNNY PAGES which is playing at the New Beverly with FRIENDSHIP on Tuesday, September 16th and Wednesday, September 17th. Tickets for Tuesday: Tickets for Wednesday: Also - Check out this list of films that inspired the movie (many of which discussed in this interview): Please Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Decades Sampler
09/08/2025
Decades Sampler
In this Episode, Elric and Brian offer up yet another "sampler" style show, this time with each picking a film from the 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: September 2025
08/28/2025
New Beverly Calendar: September 2025
This September the New Beverly Cinema proudly showcases a full slate of film in glorious 35mm, from Barbara Stanwyck pre-codes and Robert Mitchum noirs to French New Wave and ‘80s horror sequels. We present a pair of classic sci-fi creature features, spotlight Lon Chaney in two Tod Browning rarities, highlight Sofia Coppola, Stanley Kubrick, David Lynch and much, much more! Plus, our tribute to Michael Madsen continues with a special double feature on his birthday. For this episode, Elric, Brian and Phil are joined by actor extraordinaire ! Follow Pat on Instagram here: Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Jimmy & Stiggs Bonus!
08/14/2025
Jimmy & Stiggs Bonus!
In this special bonus episode, Brian and Elric are joined by Filmmaker Joe Begos (BLISS, V.F.W., CHRISTMAS BLOODY CHRISTMAS) who starred in, wrote, directed and even operated camera on his new movie JIMMY & STIGGS as well as his co-star Matt Mercer to talk about how they made the film and some of its influences. The film premieres this weekend and is a featured midnight movie on Friday and Saturday nights at too! Tickets: Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Video Store Sampler: The Return
08/07/2025
Video Store Sampler: The Return
In this episode, Elric and Brian return to the aisle of the Pure Cinema Virtual Video store to recommend some films from various sections (including Comedy, Horror, War, Romance and more). If you enjoy this episode, go back and check out previous Video Store sampler episodes! Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Quentin Tarantino's Tribute to Michael Madsen
07/31/2025
Quentin Tarantino's Tribute to Michael Madsen
This very special episode of the podcast is dedicated to the late great Michael Madsen who passed away recently. We are Joined by Quentin Tarantino and Jules McLean to talk about Madsen and for this show Quentin prepared a list of 10 performances from Madsen (film and TV) that he loves (and that don't come from any of his own films). We talk about all of them and what made Michael so special. A wonderful tribute to an incredible actor that we will all miss. If you haven't heard it, we recommend listening to this wonderful interview we were lucky enough to get with Madsen back in 2020: Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: August 2025
07/25/2025
New Beverly Calendar: August 2025
This August the New Beverly Cinema pays tribute to actor Michael Madsen, the unforgettable star of Reservoir Dogs and frequent Quentin Tarantino collaborator. We also showcase a series of New Hollywood classics, share animation from Studio Ghibli and Walt Disney Productions, spotlight an exhilarating pair of modern western updates, debut a brand new print of a Norm Macdonald comedy fave, uncover a trio of rarities starring Acquanetta, plus midnights, matinees, and much more – all in glorious 35mm! Brian, Elric and Phil discuss all of it on this new Calendar episode! Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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The Year 1975
07/01/2025
The Year 1975
In this episode, Brian and Elric look back at a bunch of movies that are turning 50 and run down their individual Top 10's from the year 1975 as well as some of their favorite new-to-them watches from the year. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: July 2025
06/23/2025
New Beverly Calendar: July 2025
This July the New Beverly Cinema proudly presents a pair of western rarities by director George Sherman, recently showcased by Quentin Tarantino at the Cannes Film Festival, debuts brand new 35mm prints of two underseen arthouse horror gems, spotlights Disney animation in vibrant I.B. Technicolor, plus screens timeless classics, cult favorites, matinees, midnights, and much more! Phil and Brian are joined this month by John Moret, a film programmer at the Trylon Cinema in Minneapolis. Check out the Trylon here: Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Anything Goes: 70s!
06/02/2025
Anything Goes: 70s!
Elric and Brian continue their "Anything Goes" series, this time focusing on the films of the 1970s. They are joined by one of their favorite and most returning-est guests, screenwriter Larry Karaszeski (ED WOOD, MAN ON THE MOON, DOLEMITE IS MY NAME) who brings his usual encyclopedic knowledge and humor to the show. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric:
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New Beverly Calendar: June 2025
05/23/2025
New Beverly Calendar: June 2025
Throughout June the New Beverly proudly presents a host of cinematic favorites in glorious 35mm, from hilarious Preston Sturges screwball classics to action-packed New York City adventures, showcases the indelible work of Lana Turner, Mariel Hemingway, and Burt Lancaster, spotlights Stanley Kubrick’s epic Full Metal Jacket, plus highlights must-see film noir and Hong Kong rarities, international gems by Pedro Almodóvar and Jean-Pierre Melville, a Friday the 13th event, and an incredible, unpredictable 1970s Grindhouse Marathon! Brian, Phil and Jules discuss it all on this epic calendar episode! Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Still More Director's Missing Pieces
05/05/2025
Still More Director's Missing Pieces
In this episode, Elric and Brian are inspired by Soderbergh's latest film BLACK BAG to go back and each watch a film of his that they had missed. After that, they delve into five more films each that they hadn't seen before that are from directors they find interesting. Lots to be discovered here! Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: May 2025
04/28/2025
New Beverly Calendar: May 2025
Elric, Brian and Phil are back to talk about the films playing at the New Beverly and May's calendar brings a delightful variety of classic cinema (comedy, horror and more), arthouse, 70s and 80s genre all-timers, Carl Franklin, Gene Hackman and more. Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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BONUS EPISODE: A Desert w/ Joshua Erkman
04/25/2025
BONUS EPISODE: A Desert w/ Joshua Erkman
On a special bonus episode Elric is joined by Director Joshua Erkman to discuss his neo-noir horror film 'A Desert'. They discuss photography, the challenges of indie filmmaking and Josh delivers an intriguing 5 Films Because. A Desert is released by DARK SKY FILMS and will be in limited theaters in May. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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The Year 2000
04/01/2025
The Year 2000
In this episode, Brian and Elric look back at a bunch of movies that are turning 25 this year and run down some of their favorite recent new watches from the year 2000 as well as their individual top 10s from that banner year. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: April 2025
03/24/2025
New Beverly Calendar: April 2025
Throughout April the New Beverly Cinema proudly presents a collection of film treasures projected in glorious 35mm, including a stunning new film print of Richard Kelly’s cult classic Donnie Darko, a triple feature of rarities starring pioneering icon Anna May Wong, and a pair of Rosanna Arquette comedies celebrating their 40th anniversaries. Plus, ‘70s rock operas, Schrader & Spielberg, The Dead End Kids, world cinema favorites directed by Luchino Visconti and Catherine Breillat, midnights, matinees, and much, much more. Brian, Elric and Phil are here to talk about all of it! Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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Anything Goes: 80s!
03/04/2025
Anything Goes: 80s!
On this episode, Brian and Elric are joined by longtime film aficionado Drew McWeeny to talk about movies from a period that Drew is very familiar with: the 1980s. Check out Drew's new Podcast The Hip Pocket: as well as his online writing (including and 80s movie Newsletter) here: Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Beverly Calendar: March 2025
02/24/2025
New Beverly Calendar: March 2025
This March the New Beverly celebrates a series of iconic on-screen duos, presents rarely-screened films featuring Jack Benny and Mae West, highlights a pair of ‘70s thrillers written by Jo Heims, showcases writer-director Sean Baker’s award-winning new film Anora, and hosts the Los Angeles 35mm debut of the comedy sensation Hundreds of Beavers! Plus, international masterpieces, cult hits, midnights, matinees, and more! Phil and Brian are joined by perhaps the most returning-est Pure Cinema guest - Millie De Chirico. Check out Millie's new podcast ! Check out all things New Beverly here: If You Enjoy the show, You can help support us at Pure Cinema by going to: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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New Year, New to Us
02/03/2025
New Year, New to Us
In this episode, Elric and Brian have watched 5 movies each that they have meant to see but for one reason or another haven't gotten around to until now. This round is very much like a low key film discoveries show for those that are fans of that kind of thing. Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon: This episode is sponsored by MUBI! Get 30 days of great cinema free at (and we'd love it if you would give them a try!) This month we also have another new sponsor - DIABOLIKDVD: Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: The show is now on BlueSky: As are Brian: Elric: and the New Beverly:
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