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#101 -MOONKNIGHT - Spoiler Filled Full Series discussion and Review (and Weekly Watch) 33:52

2+ y ago33:52

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Josiah and John finally chat about MoonKnight, one of John's favorite Marvel Comics characters. The full series conversation is chock full of spoilers, so beware. This is a show to watch without the stain of foreknowledge. TIMESTAMPS: 1. Moonknight Conversation- 0:10 2. Weekly Watch- 30:17 ► Follow us on Letterbox'd ► https://letterboxd.com/josiahb…

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#100 - NOPE - Spoiler Free and Spoiler Filler Review + Discussion 1:20:00

2+ y ago1:20:00

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Jordan Peele inspired Josiah and John to create this podcast, and so it is appropriate that his film, NOPE, is the subject of our 100th episode. Nope is a genre breaking critique of the modern (and ultimately) human infatuation with spectacle. The film channels Jaws, the great westerns of the 1950s and 60s, a host of paranoid, alien invasion films,…

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#99 - Thor: Love and Thunder - Review + Discussion 1:15:18

2+ y ago1:15:18

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Back after a hiatus filled with births and death, Josiah and John journey to the realms of the gods to explore Taika Waititi's second Thor film. This one has met with some controversy, but love it or butcher it, Love and Thunder opens a path in the Bifrost for much more MCU magic. Richly Waititiesque, Love and Thunder is both tonally inconsistent a…

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#98 - Top Gun: Maverick - Review + Discussion 1:06:47

2+ y ago1:06:47

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Tom Cruise knows how to deliver on high octane action and Top Gun: Maverick is a perfect blend of nostalgia and adrenaline! Hands down one of the best sequel films to exist and we can't get enough of it! Get ready for our spoiler free, and spoiler filled review! What did you think of the film? Send us a DM or a voice message at the link below and l…

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#97 - Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness - Review + Discussion 1:14:47

2+ y ago1:14:47

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And we're back after a few weeks off due and we're discussing and reviewing the newest addition to the MCU, Dr. Strange In The Multiverse of Madness. Raimi fans will love it. Non-Raimi fans might have problems with it. We fall into both categories and appreciate the filmmaking aspect, but also think that some of Raimi's specific style really causes…

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#96 - The Northman - Review + Conversation 1:11:31

2+ y ago1:11:31

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The Northman is a downright brutal film. And we talk about all of it. Our review and conversation about The Northman covers everyting from the intensity of the music, to the unbelievable shots, and the entire epic-ness of it all, and so much more. We actually had to stop ourselves because we could've talked for another hour together about this film…

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#95 - Everything Everywhere All At Once - Review + Conversation 59:19

2+ y ago59:19

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If you're someone who says that original movies aren't being made, well you couldn't be more wrong. Everything Everywhere All At Once is a prime example of a wildly original idea that is both absurd and full of emotion and heart. This is hands down one of the best films of 2022 and it's only April! There are spoilers everywhere in this episode and …

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#94 - Multi-Movie Mashup - Free Guy / The French Dispatch / The King's Man - Review + Conversation 1:26:37

2+ y ago1:26:37

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We have some catching up to do. Welcome to another multi-movie mash up episode where we're briefly discussing Free Guy, The French Dispatch, and The King's Man. Our favorite film of these three may surprise you so be sure to listen to find out which film we prefer. We'll be doing these mashup episodes from time to time as there's just so much to co…

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#93 - The Batman - Review + Conversation 1:09:55

2+ y ago1:09:55

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Another year, another Batman reboot. HOWEVER, this one is different. Pattinson wears the cowl this time and his Batman is striking, and his Gotham is more grounded in the real world. Is it better than Nolan's The Dark Knight? Well, we discuss that, of course, along with with everything from Greig Fraser's astounding cinematography to Michael Giacch…

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#92 - Uncharted - Review + Conversation 1:10:02

2+ y ago1:10:02

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Before he was the legendary treasure hunter, Nathan Drake was just a normal guy... or at least that's the case with the film adaptation. That's right. We're talking all about Uncharted, and sharing some of the major differences and similarities between the story you all know and love from the Playstation to the silver screen. There are spoilers ahe…

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#91 - Kimi - Review + Conversation 42:00

2+ y ago42:00

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In our review and conversation of HBO's recent release, Kimi, starring Zoë Kravitz and directed by Steven Soderbergh, we discuss our admiration for the director, it's homage to movies like Rear Window, along with the technical aspects like camera work, production design, and costuming, in addition to a glaring issue or two that caught John complete…

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#90 - Nightmare Alley - Review + Conversation 1:15:30

2+ y ago1:15:30

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In our review and conversation of Guillermo del Toro's latest film, Nightmare Alley, we touch on topics such as the differences between this and the original 1947 film, the morality of our characters, our issues with the casting, and the filmmaking aspects like the blocking, cinematography, and production design. You'll also hear about what other f…

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#89 - The Last Duel - Review + Conversation 1:18:42

2+ y ago1:18:42

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In our review and conversation of Ridley Scott's latest film, The Last Duel, we're heading back 14th century France to witness three accounts of Jean de Carrouges, Jacque le Gris, and Marguerite, and in the process, make our own assumptions of who is telling the truth. In the end, the truth will be revealed by God as we witness a trial by combat be…

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#88 - Witcher Watch - The Witcher Podcast - S2: Ep. 8 Recap + Conversation 45:50

3y ago45:50

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SPOILERS EVERYWHERE! We are discussing Season 2, episodes 6 and 7. We'll recap the entirety of it and have a great time talking all things Witcher. Those things include things like... the massive reveal at the end, who hired Reince, who were those riders in the desert, and what is with all the monoliths? Josiah has read the books and played countle…

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#87 - Witcher Watch - The Witcher Podcast - S2: Ep. 6-7 Recap + Conversation 1:49:35

3y ago1:49:35

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SPOILERS EVERYWHERE! We are discussing Season 2, episodes 6 and 7. We'll recap the entirety of it and have a great time talking all things Witcher. Those things include things like... what's all the fuss about elder blood; who is this witch and why does she matter; another awesome fight scene, what is this temple; and what is in store for the seaso…

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#86 - Witcher Watch - The Witcher Podcast - S2: Ep. 4-5 Recap + Conversation 1:52:16

3y ago1:52:16

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SPOILERS EVERYWHERE! We are discussing Season 2, episodes 4 and 5. We'll recap the entirety of it and have a great time talking all things Witcher. Those things include things like... Dijkstra's incredible character introduction; what the heck he's doing talking to an owl; what does Elder Blood mean; and who is that chick in Ciri's subconscious? Jo…

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#85 - Witcher Watch - The Witcher Podcast - S2: Ep. 2-3 Recap + Conversation 1:26:04

3y ago1:26:04

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SPOILERS EVERYWHERE! We are discussing Season 2, episodes 2 and 3. We'll recap the entirety of it and have a great time talking all things Witcher, what we thought about Kaer Morhen, Ciri's new look, all the stuff with Eskel, and what we're excited for going forward. Just a disclaimer, Josiah has read the books and played countless hours in Witcher…

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#84 - Witcher Watch - The Witcher Podcast - S2: Ep. 1 Recap + Conversation 1:01:55

3y ago1:01:55

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SPOILERS EVERYWHERE! We are heading back to The Continent filled with Monsters, Elves, Mages, and of course, Witchers! Season 2 of The Witcher is back on Netflix and it's better than ever! We dive into Season 2, episode 1 and recap the entirety of it and have a great time talking all things Witcher. Follow us on Letterbox'd https://letterboxd.com/j…

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#83 - Spiderman: No Way Home - Racking Focus Podcast 51:36

3y ago51:36

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SPOILERS EVERYWHERE! If you don't want this movie spoiled for you, which you shouldn't because the film is too good and there's too many great surprises that you should want to go into this movie fresh. That said, Tom Holland's Spidey swings into his third "solo" film in a way that is sure to delight Spiderman fans of all ages. This is the Spiderma…

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#82 - Eternals - Racking Focus Podcast 1:00:16

3y ago1:00:16

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We finally saw Eternals! Marvel took a different approach to this film than other films in the MCU. It was both refreshing and yet, we had some issues with plotting. Find out all our thoughts and opinions in this spoiler filled episode. Follow us on Letterbox'd https://letterboxd.com/josiahblizzard/ https://letterboxd.com/johndoyle/ Send in a voice…

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#80 - Dune - Review + Conversation 56:19

3y ago56:19

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We are back after a bit of a break due to a crazy jam packed fall season to enter the world of Frank Herbert's, Dune. We'll say it right up front, this deserves to be seen on the biggest screen possible. If there was ever a film to see in IMAX or at the theater, it's Dune. From stunning imagery, to incredible sounds, and all around great filmmaking…

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#81 - 007: No Time To Die - Racking Focus Podcast 49:10

3y ago49:10

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007 is back. Craig's tenure as Bond has been one of the most exciting and we can't wait to see where they take the franchise next. Craig returns to go out on a high note in this action packed, emotional, gadget filled Bond film. We talk everything from action set pieces, to character arcs, and cinematography/sound design, and more. Spoilers ahead! …

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Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings - Ep. 79 - Racking Focus Podcast 51:38

3y ago51:38

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This week we re-enter the Marvel Cinematic Universe with one of the best films for a Marvel newbie to enter that comic book cosmos. Shang Chi takes John and Josiah on a journey to the world of Wuxia, Chinese martial arts cinema. Marvel has balanced the cultural touchstones with their tried and true storytelling to build a strong foundational film f…

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What If... T'Challa Became a Star Lord - Ep. 78 - Racking Focus Podcast 23:38

3y ago23:38

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John and Josiah learn what would happen if T'Challa became a galactic Robin Hood in the second episode of Marvel's animated WHAT IF? This episode shows the potential of the What If? concept maintaining wonderful artwork, including magnificent cosmic conceptualizations of The Watcher, and creating compellingly inventive characterizations with clear …

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Jungle Cruise - Ep. 77 - Racking Focus Podcast 42:50

3y ago42:50

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What do you get when Disney wants to revitalize one of their most beloved rides at their parks with the help of The Rock? Two hours of scenes and characterizations from many other successful franchises to assure that the movie works.... but it doesn't really. John, Josiah and Steph spend a few ill paced hours riding up the Amazon toward adventure a…

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What If... Captain Carter Were The First Avenger - Ep. 76 - Racking Focus Podcast 15:40

3y ago15:40

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This week John and Josiah dive into the first episode of What If... featuring Captain Carter as the First Avenger. We're very excited about this series and the potential it brings for future stories in both animated form and live action in the MCU. Hear our thoughts and theories about this episode. Spoilers ahead as well! There is a special bonus s…

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The Suicide Squad - Ep. 75 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:12:51

3y ago1:12:51

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This week John and Josiah dove headlong into the world of the DCEU with a few reservation but, unlike many in the suicide squad, have ended their mission alive and satisfied. Jame Gunn delivers on the promise of the original Suicide Squad while presenting a master class on action filmmaking rich with character and heart. Gun pokes fun at the DCEU f…

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The Green Knight - Ep. 74 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:04:37

3+ y ago1:04:37

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Spoiler filled episode where Josiah + John follow Sir Gawain on his quest to find The Green Knight at the green chapel in David Lowry's newest film, The Green Knight. It's not often that we are a bit speechless, but this film absolutely requires additional viewings before we can have a worthy discussion so bear that in mind as you listen to this ep…

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Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins - Ep 73 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:16:17

3+ y ago1:16:17

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This week we are entering the world of G.I. Joe + Cobra with what is perhaps the best G.I. Joe film ever made (which isn't saying much), Snake Eyes. It's not a great film, or even a good film for that matter, but it made for an incredible conversation so whether you've seen it or not, we think it's still worth listening to. We'll likely be going li…

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Multi Movie Extravaganza - Army of Dead - Mank - One Night in Miami - Ma Rainey - Ep 72 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:08:23

3+ y ago1:08:23

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This week we are making up for lost recording days by talking about several films. Join us for a conversation about Army of the Dead, Mank, One Night in Miami and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Spoilers all around so if you want to skip, Times of each segment are listed below. Skip to avoid spoilers. Army of the Dead - 1:01 Mank - 29:45 One Night in Mia…

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LOKI - For All Time. Always. - Ep. 71 - Racking Focus Podcast 52:50

3+ y ago52:50

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The finale of Loki is the launching point for the next phase of the MCU and this episode is chock full of great characters, clever storytelling and amazing acting. We are conquered by Jonathan Majors as our a new villain. This episode has wonderful visuals, solid action, and real emotional depth. We loved it. Watch it and then join our discussions …

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LOKI - Journey into Mystery - Ep. 69 - Racking Focus Podcast 43:51

3+ y ago43:51

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So many LOKIs and so little time.... Things get mutiversed at the end of time with LOKI, Silvie and the whole variant gang in the best episode of the season full of references to Peter Pan, the Wizard of Oz and classic Marvel comics. A penultimate episode with charming humor and rich character development. We'll likely be going live on Stereo at so…

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Black Widow - Ep. 70 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:08:38

3+ y ago1:08:38

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John + Josiah are back in the theaters after nearly two years to watch a Marvel film. It's been a longtime coming and in the meantime there has been some great television and limited series arrive from Marvel on Disney Plus, but they are very excited to be back and watching Black Widow on the big screen. They discuss everything from the pacing, to …

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A Quiet Place II - Ep. 68 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:07:59

3+ y ago1:07:59

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John + Josiah viewed Krasinski's follow up to A Quiet Place with a solid sequel that delivers on every level. They'll talk about everything from sound design, to character's decision, costume and production design, and everything in between. It's a rich film filled with complex levels of tension and suspense that will keep you glued to the edge of …

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LOKI - The Nexus Event - Ep. 67 - Racking Focus Podcast 44:43

3+ y ago44:43

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Josiah and John have caught up with Loki just as the TVA does and now they join Loki and Silvie as they go "off to see the wizard".... well the Timekeepers. Today's episode was recorded in a SUV on the way to a Phillies game in a massive storm so there is some charming ambience of rain pounding the car along with comments from everyone's favorite t…

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F9: The Fast Saga - Ep. 66 - Racking Focus Podcast 51:49

3+ y ago51:49

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This week John and Josiah entered the Fast and Furious-verse with the latest installment of the franchise, F9. We are back in a real theater again with an audience who cared more about their own jokes than the movie, but still enjoyed the over the top, meta madness of the extended space faring Toretto family. The only question now is what is the mo…

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LOKI - Lamentis - Ep. 65 - Racking Focus Podcast 44:17

3+ y ago44:17

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Episode 3 of Loki is as much Dr Who as Marvel when Loki and his female variant-self run and run and run to escape the impending apocalypse on the appropriately named moon Lamentis. Trickery, a long Asgardian folk song, some personal revelations and no significant explanation of the physics of time litter this stand alone buddy film on a Kree moon. …

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LOKI - Glorious Purpose and The Variant - Ep. 64 - Racking Focus Podcast 53:38

3+ y ago53:38

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Back to work for John and Josiah after a break full of personal and professional transitions..... This week we catch up with LOKI on the Sacred Timeline for the first two episodes of the Disney+ series. We are in a super stylized world that feels like the foundation for the full blow marvel multiverse. Join us in this discussion of the series each …

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The Falcon & The Winter Soldier - One World, One People - Ep. 63 - Racking Focus Podcast 55:19

3+ y ago55:19

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Wrapping up our series of Falcon & The Winter Soldier is episode 6 titled "One World, One People." Spoilers ahead. We watch our two heroes come into their own, especially Sam, who is paving the way as the new Cap. The episode is a jumping off point for Marvel to take these characters into new places in the MCU and we are very excited wondering wher…

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Promising Young Woman - Ep. 62 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:08:19

3+ y ago1:08:19

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This week we are watching Promising Young Woman, a masterwork of inverted expectation and genre bending narrative full of extraordinary cinematography and marvelous acting. This film, which is still to be released on steaming services, is the stuff of great conversation and serious self reflection. How did you experience Promising Young Woman? Send…

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The Falcon & The Winter Soldier - Truth - Ep. 61 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:31:41

3+ y ago1:31:41

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Marvel is giving us one of the best conversations about race and America wrapped up in a slam bang action adventure that has ever graced our screens. The mixture of actions sequence and rich dialogue makes "TRUTH" the best episode from the marvel streaming catalogue. Previous narrative weaknesses which challenged the impact of the show are stripped…

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Sound Of Metal - Ep. 60 - Racking Focus Podcast 45:52

3+ y ago45:52

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We're discussing Sound of Metal this week. Spoilers ahead since it's difficult to even talk about this film from a spoiler free perspective. We can't recommend this film enough. It's powerful, moving, emotional, beautiful, hopeful, and heartbreaking all within two hours. Films like these are important because it gives the majority of people an insi…

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The Falcon & The Winter Soldier - The Whole World is Watching - Ep. 59 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:17:15

3+ y ago1:17:15

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Smashed Flag Smashers, Super Soldier Serum on the loose, death, betrayal, the Dora Milaje in action and one of the best scenes in Marvel history..... Episode Four of Falcon and the Winter Soldier continues the conversation about race, policing, power and privilege. John and Josiah dig deeply into the wealth of character revelations and plot twists …

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Godzilla Vs. Kong - Ep. 58 - Racking Focus Podcast 59:05

3+ y ago59:05

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The battle to end all battles. A God vs. a King. Who will win? Listen to one of the most fun conversations we've ever had on this podcast. John + Josiah (and Steph) cover everything about this film, from all it's crappiness to all the of the wonderfully amazing things. It's a ridiculously enjoyable ride and we highly recommend catching it on the bi…

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The Falcon & The Winter Soldier - Power Broker - Ep. 57 - Racking Focus Podcast 45:35

3+ y ago45:35

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BARON Zemo dances. Agent 13 kicks butt. Sam gets a phone call, and Bucky arranges the most bizarre prison break in cinema history all under the watchful eye of the Power Broker in episode 3 of the Disney+ limited series Falcon and the Winter Solider. Things are heating up, not just because we are on the balmy island of Madripoor. John and Josiah di…

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The Falcon & The Winter Soldier - The Star-Spangled Man - Ep. 56 - Racking Focus Podcast 54:32

3+ y ago54:32

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John & Josiah discuss all that episode 2 of The Falcon & The Winter Soldier has to offer. This episode is titled The Star-Spangled Man, a call back to Captain America: The First Avenger released 10 years ago. They discuss everything from how racism is very real in the MCU, to personal character moments, to the action set pieces, and some prediction…

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Justice League Snyder Cut - REVIEW - Ep. 55 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:14:18

3+ y ago1:14:18

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Part Lord of the Rings, part Avengers, part generic brand commercial, the musically enigmatic splash page of a move, Justice League The Snyder Cut blasted onto HBO almost derailing the streaming service. John and Josiah watched the 4 plus hour film and shared their insight into the massive film in a mighty contained aspect ration. Their epic journe…

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The Falcon & The Winter Soldier - New World Order - Ep. 54 - Racking Focus Podcast 40:04

3+ y ago40:04

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John and Josiah take flight with episode 1 of The Falcon & The Winter Soldier titled New World Order. They discuss everything from personal character moments, to the action set pieces, and some predictions on what might happen and what needs to happen in order for our protagonists to reach their desired character arcs. We'll likely be going live on…

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Nomadland - REVIEW - Ep. 53 - Racking Focus Podcast 1:01:05

3+ y ago1:01:05

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John and Josiah go on the road to explore the 2020 Golden Globe Winner Nomadland directed by Chloé Zhao and featuring Frances McDormand and David Strathairn. The story of a woman living amongst displaced people crossing the west in America finding home and community rolls along the screen with an almost documentary like feel. Beautifully shot and a…

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The Dig - REVIEW - Ep. 52 - Racking Focus Podcast 37:10

3+ y ago37:10

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John & Josiah discuss a new Netflix original film, The Dig, which is based on the story of the Sutton Hoo excavation. They talk about everything from cinematography, to the wonderful performances, and why this film is definitely worth at least one viewing if you have Netflix. Connect with us on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/josiahblizzard/ htt…

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