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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald to begin their breakneck exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://www.amazon.com/Mad-Max-Ultra-Blu-ray-Digital/dp/B01BHKO34U?sr=8-1Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesTo purchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook

It's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their annual Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of A COMPLETE UNKNOWN. The James Mangold directed Best Picture nominee is based on the book Dylan Goes Electric! by Elijah Wald and stars Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Scoot McNairy as Woody Guthrie and Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash. Steve and John discuss the film overall including the acting, direction, writing, production design, soundtrack and cinematography and discuss its Oscars chances, Don't forget to vote in our First Annual Oscars show by signing up for our Patreon as a free or paying member. Everyone gets to vote and we will announce the winners on our live The Cine-Files Oscars show on March 1st!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.f

It's Oscars season! The Cine-Files's John Rocha and Steve Morris begin their annual Oscars Series trip thru the Best Picture nominees with this episode on CONCLAVE. The Edward Berger directed Best Picture nominee starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini. Steve and John discuss the film overall, the acting, direction, set design, score and cinematography. Look for our chat on A COMPLETE UNKNOWN releasing later this week. And don't forget to vote in our First Annual Oscars show by signing up for our Patreon as a free or paying member. Everyone gets to vote and we will announce the winners on our live The Cine-Files Oscars show on March 1st!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesTo purchase this film, go to: https://amzn.to/4hsvr1qPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTER

On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris bring you their Tribute to David Lynch. The incredibly influential director of movies like Blue Velvet, Mulholland Drive, The Elephant Man, Straight Story among others and the creator of the iconic Twin Peaks TV series passed away last month during the LA fires. John and Steve look back on this legendary artist's filmography and TV work to talk about their experiences with his works, why they have resonated with so many established artists and fans, hear from some of the viewers with their thoughts on David Lynch and answer questions from the Patreon. Enjoy this LIVE discussion and let us know your thoughts on David Lynch!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at bett

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne and starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. This episode picks up right after Miles reveals the truth to Maya about Jack and Stephanie and we go thru Stephanie finding out, Jack cheating again, a naked, angry husband, a final lie to Christine and the possibility of a reunion between Miles and Maya. The guys go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/3E8uwEtDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesTo purchase any film we feature at

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne and starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. This episode picks up right after Jack has told Miles about Victoria's marriage. We see Miles deal with his pain over that news, explore him getting closer to Maya as Jack and Stephanie indulge their physical desires and glimpse happiness until one fateful slip of Miles's tongue changes everything. The guys go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/3E8uwEtDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patr

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/3E8uwEtDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES and get on your way to being y

On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris discuss how films help us in times of crisis and list some films that are great examples of it in light of the fires that are raging thru the LA area right now. Join us for this LIVE discussion and let us know!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES and get on your way to being your best self. Check out BetterHelp : betterhelp.com/CINEFILESROSETTA STONE: Rosetta Stone uses cloud-based solutions to help all types of learners read, write, and speak more than 30 languages, including several endangered languages. Select a new language and start speaking today: www.rosettastone.coEXPRESS VPN:Check out https://www.expressvpn.com/cinefilesFUJI WATER: C

This week on The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up 2024 with a compilation of their favorite Patreon shorts from 2024. These are shorts that are usually only heard by our Patrons, but we wanted to make them available to everyone and possibly motivate some of you all to join our Patreon who might be on the fence. On this compilation, we discuss RDJ's return to the MCU as Doctor Doom, the new auteur filmmakers in our cinemas today, how algorithms are affecting our entertainment and the films we are watching, a behind the scenes peek behind the curtains at how we make The Cine-Files and some topics we felt like talking about that day and we wrap up with our favorite FMK of the year! Thank you to everyone who supports, listens and/or promotes our show. We hope you are all having a wonderful holiday season and we wish you a Happy New Year!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.fa

The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up their special three day deep dive into the best of the Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials with 1974's THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS. Directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr., the special is based on Phyllis McGinley's book and stars Shirley Booth as Mrs. Claus, Mickey Rooney reprising his role as Santa Claus, Dick Shawn as Cold Miser, and George S. Irving as Heat Miser. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful Christmas special and explore why it still endures as a Christmas classic all these years later.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: http://tiny.cc/50q2001Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFI

The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their special three day deep dive into their favorite Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials with 1970's SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN. Directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr. the special stars Fred Astaire S.D. Kluger/Narrator, Mickey Rooney as Kris Kringle/Santa Claus, Keenan Wynn as Winter Warlock, and Paul Frees as Burgermeister Meisterburger. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful special and explore why it endures and is a staple of Christmas for so many of us.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: http://tiny.cc/50q2001Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES and get on your way to being your be

The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha begin a special Christmas three day deep dive into their favorite Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials. On this episode, they revisit and explore 1964's RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER adapted by Romeo Muller and directed by Larry Roemer. The special stars Burl Ives as Sam the Snowman/Narrator, Billie Mae Richards as Rudolph, and Larry D. Mann as Yukon Cornelius. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful special and explore why it endures and is a staple of Christmas for so many of us.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/4gNyBMJDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES and get on your way to being your be

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish up their exploration of 1965 Best Picture winner THE SOUND OF MUSIC from Best Director winner Robert Wise featuring the incredible Julie Andrews and a devastatingly handsome Christopher Plummer. A classic nominated for 10 Academy Awards that features new music and songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein and one that still remains in the Top 100 lists of numerous AFI lists. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, costumes, musical sequences and more.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/41l6XSBDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their exploration of 1965 Best Picture winner THE SOUND OF MUSIC from Best Director winner Robert Wise featuring the incredible Julie Andrews and a devastatingly handsome Christopher Plummer. A classic nominated for 10 Academy Awards that features new music and songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein and one that still remains in the Top 100 lists of numerous AFI lists. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, costumes, musical sequences and more.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/41l6XSBDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their exploration of 1965 Best Picture winner THE SOUND OF MUSIC directed by Best Director winner Robert Wise and starring the incredible Julie Andrews who was nominated for her performance and Christopher Plummer. A classic film that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, features new music and songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein and has endured the test of time as it still remains in the Top 100 lists of numerous AFI lists. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/41l6XSBDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Gi

On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, Steve Morris and John Rocha discuss everything they are grateful for in 2024 in the worlds of Film, TV, Entertainment and more! They talk their favorite film, TV shows, moments, events, relationships and more of 2024. PLUS, they give some special Thanksgiving love to the fans and supporters of The Cine-Files!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES and get on your way to being your best self. Check out BetterHelp : betterhelp.com/CINEFILESROSETTA STONE: Rosetta Stone uses cloud-based solutions to help all types of learners read, write, and speak more than 30 languages, including several endangered languages. Select a new language and start speaking today: www.rosettastone.comEXPR

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish up their latest trip into the world of the MCU by bringing you Part 2 of their breakdown and discussion of 2014's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY. The film from director James Gunn starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Karen Gillan, Glenn Close, John C. Reilly, Michael Rooker, and Lee Pace. Considered by man Marvel fans as one of their favorite MCU movies, the film features Thanos, a battle for another Infinity Stone, the Kree, and the coming together of one of the best teams in the first four phases of the MCU. Steve and John go thru the movie scene bye scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences,If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/40NPDoYDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://ww

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha walk back into the world of the MCU by bringing you Part 1 of their breakdown and discussion of 2014's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY. The film from director James Gunn starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Karen Gillan, Glenn Close, John C. Reilly, Michael Rooker, and Lee Pace. Considered by man Marvel fans as one of their favorite MCU movies, the film features Thanos, a battle for another Infinity Stone, the Kree, and the coming together of one of the best teams in the first four phases of the MCU. Steve and John go thru the movie scene bye scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences,If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/40NPDoYDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha celebrate Halloween by traveling back to 1986 to finish their breakdown on THE FLY with Part 2 of their discussion. Directed and co-written by David Cronenberg starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis and John Getz and with a score from Howard Shore, the film is loosely based on George Langelaan's 1957 short story and the 1958 film of the same name. The Fly tells the story of an eccentric scientist (Goldblum) who, after one of his experiments goes wrong, slowly turns into a fly-hybrid creature to the horror of his journalist girlfriend (Davis). The film won an Oscar for Best Makeup and Goldblum's performance is an Oscar worthy one. The Fly is considered one of the greatest horror movies ever made. Steve and John walk you thru this movie scene by scene to break down the acting, direction, script, score and cinematography as well as discussing the themes and messages in the movie.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha get ready for Halloween by traveling back to 1986 to bring you Part 1 of their breakdown and discussion on THE FLY starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis and John Getz. Directed and co-written by David Cronenberg with a score from Howard Shore, the film is loosely based on George Langelaan's 1957 short story and the 1958 film of the same name. The Fly tells the story of an eccentric scientist (Goldblum) who, after one of his experiments goes wrong, slowly turns into a fly-hybrid creature to the horror of his journalist girlfriend (Davis). The film won an Oscar for Best Makeup and Goldblum's performance is an Oscar worthy one. The Fly is considered one of the greatest horror movies ever made. Steve and John walk you thru this movie scene by scene to break down the acting, direction, script, score and cinematography as well as discussing the themes and messages in the movie.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it r