Best Brendan Fitzpatrick Podcasts (2025)

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Ponyo with Shut Up Tim (The Sea was Angry) 2:15:46

1d ago2:15:46

2:15:46

This week we Shut Up Tim (@shutuptim on Letterboxd) joined us to discuss PONYO. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:44:55). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected …

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Noah with Allix O (Epocryphal Storms) 1:43:49

8d ago1:43:49

1:43:49

This week Allix O (@ALL_1X on Letterboxd) joined us to discuss NOAH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:51). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+ and Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected…

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Moonrise Kingdom (The Island of Misfit Boys) 1:20:25

15d ago1:20:25

1:20:25

This week we discuss MOONRISE KINGDOM. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (01:01:45). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Youtube) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (01:01:45). S…

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Mud (Junkyard Kids) 1:20:39

22d ago1:20:39

1:20:39

This week we discuss MUD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:42). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock and Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:42). Sub…

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Stand By Me (Stranger Kings) 1:41:00

28d ago1:41:00

1:41:00

This week we discuss STAND BY ME. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:20:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:20:50). Submit y…

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The Shawshank Redemption (The Rain Escape) 1:33:17

1M ago1:33:17

1:33:17

This week we discuss THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:48). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next we…

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Rescue Dawn (Trapped in Vietnam) 1:17:56

1M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

This week we discuss RESCUE DAWN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MGM+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:40). Submit your que…

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Full Metal Jacket with Grace Leeder (The Book of Matthew) 2:05:01

2M ago2:05:01

2:05:01

This week Grace Leeder (⁠⁠@goforgrace on Bluesky⁠⁠) joined us to discuss FULL METAL JACKET. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:40:01). So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental and on MGM+) and listen along with us. Then …

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Vision Quest with Grace Leeder (Shute for the Win) 1:59:14

2M ago1:59:14

1:59:14

This week Grace Leeder (@goforgrace on Bluesky) joined the 5-timers club and talked with us about VISION QUEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:32:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Tubi, Roku and Plex) and listen along with…

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Hoosiers (Inspiring Greatness) 1:36:12

2M ago1:36:12

1:36:12

This week we discuss HOOSIERS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:14:15). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:14:15). Submit…

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Whiplash (Crash) 1:41:31

2M ago1:41:31

1:41:31

This week we discuss WHIPLASH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:17:26). Submit your…

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Lady Bird with Laura Royden (Other Side of the Tracks) 1:39:52

3M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

This week Laura Royden (@lroyden on Letterboxd) joined us to talk about LADY BIRD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:13:06). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max and Kanopy) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear w…

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Pretty in Pink (80’s Dance-Off) 1:27:37

3M ago1:27:37

1:27:37

On Wednesdays we discuss PRETTY IN PINK. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:02:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:02:26)…

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The Karate Kid (Big Yellow Car) 1:29:16

3M ago1:29:16

1:29:16

This week we discuss THE KARATE KID. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:07:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:07:26). Submi…

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Bumblebee (Robots in Disguise) 1:24:26

3M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

This week we discuss BUMBLEBEE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:11). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:11). Submit your…

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The Iron Giant with Shut Up Tim (I Come in Piece) 2:07:23

4M ago2:07:23

2:07:23

Shut Up Tim (@shutuptim on Letterboxd) flew in to join us for a discussion about THE IRON GIANT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:34:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to …

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Arrival with Allix O (Amy Adams is Mother) 2:02:44

4M ago2:02:44

2:02:44

This week, Allix O (@ALL_IX) joined us to talk to the ARRIVAL Heptapods. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:30:21). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramout+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film …

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Nightbitch with Taylor Cotter Bruneaux (Grounded Anxiety) 1:53:05

4M ago1:53:05

1:53:05

This week we were joined by Taylor Cotter Bruneaux (@taylorcotter) to discuss 2024's NIGHTBITCH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:27:20). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear w…

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The Invisible Man (2020) with Grace Leeder (A Disappearing Person) 2:03:37

4M ago2:03:37

2:03:37

This week Grace Leeder joined us to discuss THE INVISIBLE MAN (2020). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:32:46). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Freevee) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pi…

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Gone Girl with Meaghan Thee Librarian (A Staged Scene) 2:18:21

4M ago2:18:21

2:18:21

Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) makes her 18th MLP appearance, this week to discuss GONE GIRL. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:45:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear w…

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One Last Thing (Season 5 Wrap Up) 49:08

4M ago49:08

49:08

Happy New Year! 5 years of Movie Ladder Podcasting is over and we're taking another look back at 2024 on the podcast. We review this year's ladder and look ahead to 2025. Check out our Letterboxd movie stats for the year. We'll be back tomorrow with Meaghan Thee Librarian to discuss Gone Girl (now on Hulu!) and kick off year 6. Submit your question…

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2025 Library Ladder Challenge Category Draft with Meaghan Thee Librarian 35:47

5M ago35:47

35:47

Ahead of the new year, ⁠Meaghan Thee Librarian⁠ joined us to draft the 28 categories for the 2025 Library Ladder Challenge. This twice-monthly movie challenge will kick off at the beginning of next year and run through 2025. ⁠You can view the categories for 2025 here.⁠ Join us for the challenge and keep us posted how it's going!…

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Knives Out with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Jamie Lee’s Family Lies) 1:36:31

5M ago1:36:31

1:36:31

Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) is back to help us break down KNIVES OUT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:08:28). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected…

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True Lies (He'll Be Back) 1:46:20

5M ago1:46:20

1:46:20

This week we discuss TRUE LIES. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:03). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:03). Submit your q…

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Terminator 2: Judgement Day with Josh Wigler (LA AI Story) 2:30:50

5M ago2:30:50

2:30:50

This week Josh Wigler (from lots of podcasts and articles) joins us to discuss Terminator 2: Judgement Day. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:56:29). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then sta…

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Virtuosity (A Murder of Crowes) 1:35:08

5M ago1:35:08

1:35:08

This week we discuss VIRTUOSITY. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:45). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on PlutoTV and MGM+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:10:45). …

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Gladiator (The Heir to the Throne) 1:42:59

6M ago1:42:59

1:42:59

This week we discuss GLADIATOR. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:18:31). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:18:31). Submit …

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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (Tricksy Hobbitses) 2:05:32

6M ago2:05:32

2:05:32

This week we closed the book on Middle-Earth and we talked about The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:45:17). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then st…

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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (Taking the Hobbits to Isenguard) 2:01:15

6M ago2:01:15

2:01:15

This week we continue our adventure with THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:39:20). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected …

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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (An Unexpected Party) 1:56:00

6M ago1:56:00

1:56:00

This week we discuss The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:37:37). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we …

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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (Musical Pines) 1:47:24

7M ago1:47:24

1:47:24

This week we played a game of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:22:53). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime, MGM+ and Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hea…

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Into the Woods (Meryl's Curse) 1:42:22

7M ago1:42:22

1:42:22

This week we're joined by Parade Magazine and RHAP's Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) to discuss INTO THE WOODS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:17). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along with us. Then stay …

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Death Becomes Her (Dancing with the Dead) 1:41:50

7M ago1:41:50

1:41:50

This week we discuss DEATH BECOMES HER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:13:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:13:50). Su…

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The Addams Family (Mr. Lloyd) 1:09:56

7M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

This week we discuss THE ADDAMS FAMILY. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (49:42). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (49:42). Sub…

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Mr. Mom (Domestic Bliss) 1:11:05

7M ago1:11:05

1:11:05

This week we discuss Mr. Mom. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (55:02). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MGM+, Roku, Tubi and Pluto.TV) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (55…

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Look Who's Talking (Bruce Talkin' To Me?) 1:13:42

7M ago1:13:42

1:13:42

This week we pivoted to discuss LOOK WHO'S TALKING. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (55:11). So (re)watch the film (currently available on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next…

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The Fifth Element with Allix O (Oldman Yells in Clouds) 1:46:01

8M ago1:46:01

1:46:01

This week we're joined by Allix O (@ALL_IX) to discuss THE FIFTH ELEMENT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:20:06). So (re)watch the film (currently on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we…

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Air Force One with Jason Reed (Fighting Ford His Family) 1:51:38

8M ago1:51:38

1:51:38

This week we discuss AIR FORCE ONE with Jason Reed (@JayR1085). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:30:05). So (re)watch the film (currently on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for …

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Presumed Innocent (Law & Order: Midwest Victims Unit) 1:36:10

8M ago1:36:10

1:36:10

This week we discuss PRESUMED INNOCENT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:51). So (re)watch the film (currently on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:12:51). Sub…

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Anatomy of a Murder (What's in a Name?) 1:37:59

9M ago1:37:59

1:37:59

This week we discuss Anatomy of a Murder. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:12:29). So (re)watch the film (currently available on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1…

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Anatomy of a Fall (Law-st in Translation) 1:58:10

9M ago1:58:10

1:58:10

This week we discuss Anatomy of a Fall. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:33:12). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu and Kanopy) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:33…

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Decision to Leave (Parallel Park) 1:45:45

9M ago1:45:45

1:45:45

This week we discuss DECISION TO LEAVE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:51). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Mubi) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:51). Submi…

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Oldboy (2003) (Death in an Elevator) 1:44:17

9M ago1:44:17

1:44:17

This week we discuss OLDBOY (2003). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:18:00). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:18:00). Submit…

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The Cabin in the Woods (A Tropey Massacre) 1:31:31

10M ago1:31:31

1:31:31

This week we discuss THE CABIN IN THE WOODS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:06:35). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:06:35…

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Friday the 13th (The 13 Degrees of Kevin Bacon) 1:26:37

10M ago1:26:37

1:26:37

This week we discuss FRIDAY THE 13th. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:00:07). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MAX) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:00:07). Submit y…

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Apollo 13 (To the Moon and Beyond) 1:44:03

10M ago1:44:03

1:44:03

This week we discuss Apollo 13. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:22). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:22). Submit your…

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Lightyear with Shut Up Tim (Minus Tim Allen) 2:40:58

10M ago2:40:58

2:40:58

Shut up Tim (@shutuptim on Twitter and Letterboxd) is back on the Podcast to discuss Andy's favorite movie LIGHTYEAR. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:52:14). Plus we get Tim's first official reaction to the SHREK 5 announcement. So (re)watc…

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Galaxy Quest (Spoof Trek) 1:34:26

11M ago1:34:26

1:34:26

This week we discuss GALAXY QUEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:22). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:10:22). Subm…

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Star Trek: Generations (Engaging Patrick Stewart) 1:23:39

11M ago1:23:39

1:23:39

This week we discuss STAR TREK: GENERATIONS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:05:16). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:05:16…

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Dune (1984) (Young & The Rainless) 1:28:08

11M ago1:28:08

1:28:08

This week we discuss David Lynch's DUNE (1984). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:05:49). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:05…

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