<![CDATA[Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics]]>9768f34e-19b8-5280-b8ed-9eea76fd7622Sat, 09 Nov 2024 07:30:18 +0000Captivate.fmThe Fandomentalshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/68c23b3d-9518-4b99-b739-d1f83857b36d/8968a460c24ee10c84c0530eb6e0613c.jpgBeneath the Screen of the Ultra-CriticsThe FandomentalsThe FandomentalsJoin Jeremiah, Kara, and Thad (and maybe even an extra guest!) as they explore the past, present, and future of film.https://www.thefandomentals.comtrueepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/beneath-the-screen/nopodcastThe Curse of the Golden FlowerThe Curse of the Golden FlowerThad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss Zhang Yimou's near Gothic-tale about how power corrupts.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss Zhang Yimou's near Gothic-tale about how power corrupts.

]]>d8575828-6e6f-4657-a7a4-2b2ced5e1a12Sat, 09 Nov 2024 02:30:00 -050036:48truefullThe FandomentalsThe Undead and Non-Binary LoveThe Undead and Non-Binary LoveIn this episode of Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics, Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at the Japanese Zombie-Rockabilly tale of WILD ZERO.

]]>In this episode of Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics, Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at the Japanese Zombie-Rockabilly tale of WILD ZERO.

]]>3bfb2eb9-7825-4fe9-affc-c2f856702e94Sat, 31 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -050038:01truefullThe FandomentalsClose Encounters of the OtherClose Encounters of the OtherThad and Jeremiah discuss two alien encounters movies that dare to ask what if Aliens didn't travel all this way to invade us?

]]>Thad and Jeremiah discuss two alien encounters movies that dare to ask what if Aliens didn't travel all this way to invade us?

]]>def4a132-3d85-403a-9784-d99c5cc87ba9Fri, 31 May 2024 04:00:00 -050037:52truefullThe FandomentalsHow NOT to Watch MoviesHow NOT to Watch MoviesThe gang's all here. Back from a hiatus and ready to talk about all the ways not to watch movies. Because, believe it or not, some people are doing it wrong.

]]>The gang's all here. Back from a hiatus and ready to talk about all the ways not to watch movies. Because, believe it or not, some people are doing it wrong.

]]>bf44e42f-ce34-49af-aac2-3abe889ebafaWed, 10 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -050050:53truefullThe FandomentalsMisfits vs. FascismMisfits vs. FascismThis month we hand the reigns over to Kara as we look at two of her picks: Nightbreed (Director's Cut) and Return to Oz.

]]>This month we hand the reigns over to Kara as we look at two of her picks: Nightbreed (Director's Cut) and Return to Oz.

]]>055ba735-0e75-4411-ad4a-e80548948668Mon, 29 May 2023 04:30:00 -050059:19truefullThe FandomentalsThe Hornby TapesThe Hornby TapesKara, Thad, and Jeremiah take a look at two Nick Hornby adaptations: "High Fidelity" and "Juliet, Naked", and look at how they portray fandom and toxic masculinity.

]]>Kara, Thad, and Jeremiah take a look at two Nick Hornby adaptations: "High Fidelity" and "Juliet, Naked", and look at how they portray fandom and toxic masculinity.

]]>cb1a2ce7-f7c0-44a6-ba46-2498544d36ecWed, 01 Mar 2023 04:30:00 -050057:15truefullThe FandomentalsBob, Iria, and HakaiderBob, Iria, and HakaiderThe trio discusses two films by creature designer and director Keita Amemiya: Zeiram (1991) and Mechanical Violator Hakaider (1995).

]]>The trio discusses two films by creature designer and director Keita Amemiya: Zeiram (1991) and Mechanical Violator Hakaider (1995).

]]>958442dd-340e-4e73-9f96-68540e283978Tue, 31 Jan 2023 07:30:00 -050056:39truefullThe FandomentalsBatman's Kiss GoodnightBatman's Kiss GoodnightY'all really thought January 1 was going to be your clean slate to hear no more about "Christmas movies". HAH. Jeremiah, Thad, and Kara kick off 2023 by arguing about Batman Returns and The Long Kiss Goodnight.

]]>Y'all really thought January 1 was going to be your clean slate to hear no more about "Christmas movies". HAH. Jeremiah, Thad, and Kara kick off 2023 by arguing about Batman Returns and The Long Kiss Goodnight.

]]>02e28479-c02f-4bcc-b338-7aa6d1510d8aSun, 01 Jan 2023 04:30:00 -050001:03:52truefullThe FandomentalsHow the Big 3 Screwed EverybodyHow the Big 3 Screwed EverybodyThad, Kara, and Jeremiah sit down and look at two similar movies with drastically different tones. This week we look at Shane Black's 2016 THE NICE GUYS and Steven Soderbergh's 2021 NO SUDDEN MOVE.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah sit down and look at two similar movies with drastically different tones. This week we look at Shane Black's 2016 THE NICE GUYS and Steven Soderbergh's 2021 NO SUDDEN MOVE.

]]>39293f85-b9e7-4079-8dae-0613ad4a9759Thu, 01 Dec 2022 04:30:00 -050039:50truetrailerThe FandomentalsFast KnightsFast KnightsThad, Kara, and Jeremiah take a look at THE HOLLYWOOD KNIGHTS, and FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah take a look at THE HOLLYWOOD KNIGHTS, and FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH.

]]>7fab0ce8-cc8e-49a8-8fbe-9eca60b673eeWed, 19 Oct 2022 04:30:00 -050001:00:21truefullThe FandomentalsGodzilla vs HimselfGodzilla vs HimselfThad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at the strange phenomenon of Godzilla and its American counterpart Godzilla, King of the Monsters!

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at the strange phenomenon of Godzilla and its American counterpart Godzilla, King of the Monsters!

]]>692a4d2b-7ad1-43aa-831b-f67fb2bd4342Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -050001:01:05truefullThe FandomentalsSmokey LightningSmokey LightningThad and Kara are out this episode, so it's Jeremiah and Molly as they explore the ride-or-die sub-genre of bootlegging car chase movies with Smokey and the Bandit and White Lightning.

]]>Thad and Kara are out this episode, so it's Jeremiah and Molly as they explore the ride-or-die sub-genre of bootlegging car chase movies with Smokey and the Bandit and White Lightning.

]]>6236a95f-f10c-4600-89b7-3bf15d4db4cdMon, 27 Jun 2022 08:15:00 -050056:14truefullThe FandomentalsBatter Up!Batter Up!This month, the gang kicks off summer with baseball movies. Join Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah as they take a swing at The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings and A League of Their Own!

]]>This month, the gang kicks off summer with baseball movies. Join Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah as they take a swing at The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings and A League of Their Own!

]]>bea71afb-1df7-4f5f-9dd0-234831d93dcdMon, 06 Jun 2022 04:30:00 -050058:18truefullThe FandomentalsA Tale of Two PoirotsA Tale of Two PoirotsThad, Kara, and Jeremiah compare and contrast the 1974 Sidney Lumet Murder on the Orient Express with the 2017 Kenneth Branagh version.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah compare and contrast the 1974 Sidney Lumet Murder on the Orient Express with the 2017 Kenneth Branagh version.

]]>819a4fc7-7dfb-4e10-b2b1-72f1e8325904Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:45:00 -050001:02:34truefullThe FandomentalsCurse of the Country BearsCurse of the Country BearsOne day, four people made a fateful decision to watch The Country Bears. They were never the same again. Join Jeremiah, Thad, Kara, and special guest, Molly, as they deal with the fallout.

]]>One day, four people made a fateful decision to watch The Country Bears. They were never the same again. Join Jeremiah, Thad, Kara, and special guest, Molly, as they deal with the fallout.

]]>9164325a-c236-445b-b79b-f25ee854d866Mon, 21 Feb 2022 04:30:00 -050058:37truefullThe FandomentalsThe State of ThingsThe State of ThingsThad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss how going to the movies, and watching movies, has changed during these wild and turbulent times.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss how going to the movies, and watching movies, has changed during these wild and turbulent times.

]]>ec246c8c-9046-48b5-b58c-ae7a708b2558Tue, 23 Nov 2021 04:30:00 -050001:01:12truefullThe FandomentalsPinhead Under the StairsPinhead Under the StairsThad, Kara, and Jeremiah look to celebrate Halloween by looking at Clive Barker's Hellraiser and Wes Craven's People Under the Stairs.

Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics is a proud member of the Fandomentals Network.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look to celebrate Halloween by looking at Clive Barker's Hellraiser and Wes Craven's People Under the Stairs.

Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics is a proud member of the Fandomentals Network.

]]>a77b4ff8-1c4d-46ec-9173-cd7023f9df73Tue, 19 Oct 2021 04:30:00 -050057:16truefullThe FandomentalsMonsters And Ecstatic TruthMonsters And Ecstatic TruthWe discuss the striking similarities between the mockumentary "Incident at Loch Ness" and the real documentary "Creature From Big Muddy: An Illinois Bigfoot Legend".

Joined by guest Dustin Blakeman, who also composed a special intro for this episode.

"Human Clicktrack" - Dustin Blakeman: I think it's only fitting for an episode about monsters and ecstatic truth to peel back the layers of artifice that permeate our era of digital perfection and overproduction. Here is a both "natural" yet, still specifically produced opening... fitting with this episode's subject matter.

]]>We discuss the striking similarities between the mockumentary "Incident at Loch Ness" and the real documentary "Creature From Big Muddy: An Illinois Bigfoot Legend".

Joined by guest Dustin Blakeman, who also composed a special intro for this episode.

"Human Clicktrack" - Dustin Blakeman: I think it's only fitting for an episode about monsters and ecstatic truth to peel back the layers of artifice that permeate our era of digital perfection and overproduction. Here is a both "natural" yet, still specifically produced opening... fitting with this episode's subject matter.

]]>a9e05876-5899-4c7a-9115-e0c40957a771Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:30:00 -050001:01:23truefullThe FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes Part 8Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes Part 8Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah explore alarmist propaganda in film. First, they look at the 1984 red scare WWIII fantasy RED DAWN followed by a deft exploration of the effects of cold war paranoia in WARGAMES.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah explore alarmist propaganda in film. First, they look at the 1984 red scare WWIII fantasy RED DAWN followed by a deft exploration of the effects of cold war paranoia in WARGAMES.

]]>962a8aad-53cb-4d35-a794-57358118bf4eTue, 20 Jul 2021 04:30:00 -050001:02:02truefullThe FandomentalsFantasy for KidsFantasy for KidsThad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at three fantasy films and discuss how they seem particularly structured and geared towards children.

Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics is a proud member of the Fandomentals Network.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at three fantasy films and discuss how they seem particularly structured and geared towards children.

Beneath the Screen of the Ultra-Critics is a proud member of the Fandomentals Network.

]]>2a1000de-3b03-42aa-89fb-41ba639fec02Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050001:04:25truefullThe FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes Part 7Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes Part 7Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at how movies about the civil rights movement have been framed via Mississippi Burning (1988) & Selma (2014).

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at how movies about the civil rights movement have been framed via Mississippi Burning (1988) & Selma (2014).

]]>f28d56d5-9e96-4b4c-b75c-484ddfbca3a5Tue, 27 Apr 2021 04:45:00 -050001:05:08truefullThe FandomentalsAnnual Report CardAnnual Report CardThad, Kara, and Jeremiah take a breather and assess their series on Propaganda and Antifa themes. The trio tries to figure out how they've succeeded and how they can do better moving forward.

]]>Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah take a breather and assess their series on Propaganda and Antifa themes. The trio tries to figure out how they've succeeded and how they can do better moving forward.

]]>c487dda2-54a6-482a-8e61-25213a094ed8Tue, 16 Feb 2021 04:45:00 -050056:30truefullThe FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes Part 6Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes Part 6The trio looks at David Simon's HBO 6 part miniseries, "Show Me a Hero" (2015). 

Starring Oscar Issac, Alfred Molina, Catherine Keener, and Ilfenesh Hadera, and directed by Paul Haggis, the series looks at a Yonkers Public Housing project and the ups and downs of getting it built.

]]>The trio looks at David Simon's HBO 6 part miniseries, "Show Me a Hero" (2015). 

Starring Oscar Issac, Alfred Molina, Catherine Keener, and Ilfenesh Hadera, and directed by Paul Haggis, the series looks at a Yonkers Public Housing project and the ups and downs of getting it built.

]]>ad45fbf2-953b-4151-82bc-63f9b1441f71Tue, 26 Jan 2021 04:30:00 -050001:02:43truefullThe FandomentalsHoliday Special: Tokyo GroundhogsHoliday Special: Tokyo GroundhogsJust in time for the Holidays, the crew discusses Tokyo Godfathers and Groundhog Day.

]]>Just in time for the Holidays, the crew discusses Tokyo Godfathers and Groundhog Day.

]]>bd7cf5cd-b536-4c1f-b5dc-c7d44ab111c2Thu, 24 Dec 2020 04:30:00 -050058:37truefullThe FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 5Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 5This episode we look at Too Big to Fail and The Big Short, two movies about the 2008 market crash. Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss and analyze how effective each movie is in structuring its message.

]]>This episode we look at Too Big to Fail and The Big Short, two movies about the 2008 market crash. Thad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss and analyze how effective each movie is in structuring its message.

]]>bdbea6c7-0f42-4e08-8dc0-7860ac4fa74fThu, 26 Nov 2020 04:30:00 -050001:01:45truefullThe FandomentalsBeneath the Screen Halloween 2020Beneath the Screen Halloween 2020Just in time for Halloween, Beneath the Screen discuss THE OTHERS and CRIMSON PEAK. They also briefly discuss the evergreen question of "What is horror?". 

]]>Just in time for Halloween, Beneath the Screen discuss THE OTHERS and CRIMSON PEAK. They also briefly discuss the evergreen question of "What is horror?". 

]]>d1e572b4-440c-414b-bdd7-32557c269274Tue, 27 Oct 2020 04:30:00 -050055:08truefullThe FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 4Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 4https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41082750Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:08:14 -050035:41falsefullIn this episode, Jeremiah, Kara, and Alejandra take a look at thematic statements in Marvel films.The FandomentalsSpringsteen and Talking BearsSpringsteen and Talking Bearshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/39910178Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:18:26 -050057:55falsefullJeremiah, Kara, and Thad look at two stories about immigration. Both stories are set in England and deal with the struggle of trying to bridge two cultures.The FandomentalsCinemactic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 3Cinemactic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 3https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32549861Tue, 23 Jun 2020 01:55:08 -050001:06:43falsefullThad, Kara, and Jeremiah are joined by Alejandra as they discuss Fascism in the Sci-fi and Fantasy genres. The four discuss Starship Troopers, Pan's Labyrinth, and Thor: RagnarokThe FandomentalsExploring the WesternExploring the Westernhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/28397455Tue, 26 May 2020 23:53:41 -050059:08falsefullThad, Kara, and Jeremiah take a break from talking about propaganda, sort of, and look at the Western genre. The trio look at Johnny Guitar, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, and the 2013 Japanese remake of Unforgiven.The FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 2Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 2https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26389801Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:42:17 -050057:17falsefullThad, Kara, and Jeremiah look at movies critiquing capitalism both in broad terms and specifically. The trio looks at '9 to 5', "Two Days, One Night', and 'Support the Girls'.The FandomentalsThe Future of Movie TheatresThe Future of Movie Theatreshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359300Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:17:31 -050055:59falsefullJeremiah, Thad, and Kara discuss what will happen to movie theaters as well as other fractures in the industry exposed by the pandemic.The FandomentalsCinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 1Cinematic Propaganda: Antifa Themes - Part 1https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23258780Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:11:28 -050001:07:09truefullThe crew look at three films, THIS LAND IS MINE, CASABLANCA, and HANGMEN ALSO DIE! to discuss the style and themes of each film.The FandomentalsAcademy Award Roundtable and Best Films of 2019Academy Award Roundtable and Best Films of 2019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22039947Sat, 25 Jan 2020 02:05:38 -050001:00:34falsefullJeremiah, Thad, and Kara gather 'round to discuss which films made the top 10 for them in 2019, and that little Oscar thing as well.The FandomentalsAnimated Musicals to Make You CringeAnimated Musicals to Make You Cringehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/20327682Thu, 28 Nov 2019 03:38:48 -050057:55falsefullThad, Kara, and Jeremiah take a look at animated musicals that are so bad, they're just bad.The FandomentalsStrikes, Bunts, and CurveballsStrikes, Bunts, and Curveballshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/19562084Fri, 18 Oct 2019 01:39:41 -050001:06:10falsefullJeremiah, Thad, and Kara take a look at America's Game through film.The FandomentalsWhen Melodrama Jumps the SharkWhen Melodrama Jumps the Sharkhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/19102091Thu, 19 Sep 2019 23:50:18 -050059:25falsefullJeremiah and Molly discuss three movies with bonkers twists and turns throughout.The FandomentalsMusicals: IconoclastsMusicals: Iconoclastshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/18817182Thu, 15 Aug 2019 02:50:19 -050057:46falsefullThad, Kara, and Jeremiah discuss how Cabaret, Popeye, and Yentl are unabasehedly musicals but in unusual and atypical ways.The FandomentalsFred and GingerFred and Gingerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/18426871Fri, 12 Jul 2019 13:35:15 -050001:02:12falsefullJeremiah, Thad, and Kara take a look at movies starring the duo of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.The FandomentalsSeven Brides for The Greatest ShowmanSeven Brides for The Greatest Showmanhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/18011861Fri, 07 Jun 2019 14:00:12 -050058:44falsefullThad, Jeremiah, and Kara compare and contrast Seven Brides for Seven Brothers with The Greatest ShowmanThe FandomentalsMusical. Musicals?Musical. Musicals?https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18011851Thu, 23 May 2019 23:40:03 -050057:31falsefullThad, Jeremiah, and Kara discuss the trajectory and evolution of the screen musical.The FandomentalsAre Disney Live-Action Remakes Worth Your MoneyAre Disney Live-Action Remakes Worth Your Moneyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/17682964Fri, 26 Apr 2019 00:10:08 -050001:00:29falsefullJeremiah, Thad, Kara, discussed the new slate of Disney live-action remakes of animated classics and whether they're worth the time, money, and effort.The FandomentalsLet's Talk About 'Us'Let's Talk About 'Us'https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17563643Thu, 11 Apr 2019 22:20:15 -050055:28falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss Jordan Peele's latest movie as well as how violence is often misinterpeted within the genre.The FandomentalsThe Price of ChangeThe Price of Changehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/17259579Fri, 08 Mar 2019 02:09:23 -050001:00:37falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss the importance of inclusivity and the necessary ramifications that come from allowing more diverse choices in story telling.The FandomentalsExploring The Female GazeExploring The Female Gazehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/16852239Fri, 22 Feb 2019 01:55:07 -050001:02:29falsefullThad and Jeremiah, along with special guests Kara and Molly, explore the female gaze and discuss what it actually is.The FandomentalsExploring The Male GazeExploring The Male Gazehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/16852207Fri, 08 Feb 2019 01:55:13 -050001:00:06falsefullJeremiah and Thad, along with special guests Kara and Molly explore the "male gaze" in media.The FandomentalsInto the Bumble-verseInto the Bumble-versehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/16742485Fri, 25 Jan 2019 01:20:03 -050057:43falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss Into the Spider-Verse and Bumblebee both as movies and as late installments into already exhausted franchises. They also look at how, by utlizing animation, the two movies afford themselves new freedoms in both story and technique.The FandomentalsWhat Makes a Bad Movie Bad?What Makes a Bad Movie Bad?https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16067861Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:15:21 -050001:00:55falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss bad movies and the cult that surrounds them as well as problematic aspects within those fandoms.The FandomentalsWork, Work, WorkWork, Work, Workhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15941156Fri, 19 Oct 2018 00:40:23 -050059:51falsefullJeremiah and Thad discuss the workplace, office politics, and economic issues as they're depicted in film.The FandomentalsHow To View A Film CritcallyHow To View A Film Critcallyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15788102Fri, 05 Oct 2018 00:20:03 -050059:57falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss the how to critcally watch and interrogate film. Rants against rants about plotholes and broadsides against digital abound.The FandomentalsThe Many Hats of A ProducerThe Many Hats of A Producerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15643524Fri, 21 Sep 2018 00:30:07 -050001:00:10falsefullThad and Jeremiah are joined by Michael Sainz and Taylor Ito and discuss what exactly a producer's job actually is. It turns out, as with most things, it's not as simple as we thought.The FandomentalsGenre as a PrismGenre as a Prismhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15592657Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:25:04 -050001:01:48falsefullJeremiah and Thad are joined by special guest Alejandra as we interrogate the popular narratives. They question the consistent reliance on the straight white male view and cite examples in which the POV staple was eschewed.The FandomentalsFreefallingFreefallinghttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15516980Fri, 24 Aug 2018 00:50:05 -050001:00:38falsefullJeremiah and Thad discuss some movie news, an update on Movie Pass, and seven Robin Hood movies.The FandomentalsCh-Ch-Changes in HollywoodCh-Ch-Changes in Hollywoodhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15451976Fri, 10 Aug 2018 00:20:05 -050001:00:08falsefullJeremiah, and special guest Dan, discuss some recent news announcements surrounding the Oscars, Movie Pass, Disney, and the DOJ.The FandomentalsThe CodeThe Codehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15207466Fri, 13 Jul 2018 00:25:05 -050057:42falsefullJeremiah and Thaddeus talk about the origins and impact of the Hays Codes on Hollywood.The FandomentalsThe Vanishing Politics of Superhero MoviesThe Vanishing Politics of Superhero Movieshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/15145149Fri, 29 Jun 2018 00:15:06 -050001:04:58falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss how Politics have taken a back seat in the name of profits. Also the effect this has on a generation of film goers when confronted with politics. Oh and The Last Jedi rules and you suck.The FandomentalsThe Nuts and Bolts of FilmmakingThe Nuts and Bolts of Filmmakinghttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14943100Fri, 01 Jun 2018 00:20:12 -050058:55falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss the basic functions of the director, and behind the scenes machinations that go into making movies.The FandomentalsInfinity War: And Then There Were NoneInfinity War: And Then There Were Nonehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14690115Fri, 04 May 2018 01:15:04 -050059:59falsefullThad and Jeremiah meet to deconstruct their dislike of Avengers: Infinity WarThe FandomentalsLooking back can keep us from moving forwardLooking back can keep us from moving forwardhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14573743Fri, 20 Apr 2018 01:05:04 -050001:01:43falsefullThad and Jeremiah discuss how nostalgia can be used as a crutch and stunt artistic and narrative impulses. They also discuss the myth of a mono-culture as they try and differentiate between personal and cultural nostalgia.The FandomentalsThe Weinstein ProblemThe Weinstein Problemhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14453586Fri, 06 Apr 2018 00:15:05 -050001:03:16falsefullJeremiah and Thad discuss the film industry, Weinstein, and how a culture of hiding abuse allowed stories like this to be swept under the rug for decades.The FandomentalsAn Ode to The Last JediAn Ode to The Last Jedihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14187732Fri, 09 Mar 2018 01:30:05 -050001:01:08falsefullThad, Jeremiah, and special guest Emily sit down for a long-belated look at the most recent Star Wars installment, The Last Jedi.The FandomentalsAn Ultra Critic Review of the Academy Awards Nominees 2018An Ultra Critic Review of the Academy Awards Nominees 2018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14082719Thu, 22 Feb 2018 23:20:05 -050001:04:25falsefullJeremiah and Thad are joined by special guest, Dan, as they review awards season films, and the biggest awards show of them all.The FandomentalsA Search for Meaning During Awards SeasonA Search for Meaning During Awards Seasonhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13965664Fri, 09 Feb 2018 01:15:05 -050059:04falsefullThad and Jeremiah are back to talk about film and television awards, if the season actual means a rip, and if so, what?The FandomentalsDeconstructing the Family FilmDeconstructing the Family Filmhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13874361Fri, 26 Jan 2018 02:40:05 -050058:58falsefullJeremiah and Thad explore children's/family films. What makes a great film, and what makes one mediocre or terrible.The FandomentalsBefore There Was StreamingBefore There Was Streaminghttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13780604Fri, 12 Jan 2018 03:09:22 -050057:25falsefullThad and Jeremiah kick of 2018 with a look back at the technology before digital streaming.The FandomentalsA Cinematic End of the Year ReviewA Cinematic End of the Year Reviewhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13680897Fri, 29 Dec 2017 01:30:05 -050057:21falsefullJeremiah is back with special guest, Kori, to look at the best, worst, and most controversial movies of the year, and some of the films in between.The FandomentalsHave a Pulpy HolidayHave a Pulpy Holidayhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13562630Fri, 15 Dec 2017 01:10:03 -050056:45falsefullJeremiah and Thad are back and taking another look at the pulp genre and how it's impacted modern cinema.The FandomentalsIt's bad, but it's not BAD bad...It's bad, but it's not BAD bad...
Inspired by Jeremiah's sizzling take on Justice League, BENEATH THE SCREEN OF THE ULTRA-CRITICS presents:

"It's bad, but it's not BAD bad..."]]>
Inspired by Jeremiah's sizzling take on Justice League, BENEATH THE SCREEN OF THE ULTRA-CRITICS presents:

"It's bad, but it's not BAD bad..."]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13427473Fri, 01 Dec 2017 01:15:03 -050058:44falsefullWe talked about how dumping on older films for using effects & styles that have... let's say "aged" is a shit thing to do, but what about movies that are bad. But that we like. But that are bad.<br /><br />Inspired by Jeremiah's sizzling take on Justice League, BENEATH THE SCREEN OF THE ULTRA-CRITICS presents:<br /><br />"It's bad, but it's not BAD bad..."The FandomentalsRe-thinking femininity in filmRe-thinking femininity in filmhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13309509Fri, 17 Nov 2017 00:30:05 -050058:17falsefullJeremiah and Thad do some introspection on feminine and masculine traits in film.The FandomentalsFINE. We'll talk about Justice League.FINE. We'll talk about Justice League.https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13157300Fri, 03 Nov 2017 00:15:04 -050057:53falsefullJeremiah and Thad finally cave and talk about the DC film universe and the upcoming Justice League.The FandomentalsNavel-gazing at the Horror GenreNavel-gazing at the Horror Genrehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/13042983Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:30:05 -050001:01:31falsefullJeremiah and Thad are back with special guest Dustin Blakeman to talk excessively about the horror genre in film.The FandomentalsYou're Watching Movies WrongYou're Watching Movies Wronghttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12950956Fri, 06 Oct 2017 00:30:05 -050059:47falsefullIn this episode, Jeremiah and Thad talk about how modern audiences are watching movies through a flawed lens.The FandomentalsA Semi-Critical Look at Special EffectsA Semi-Critical Look at Special Effectshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12818801Thu, 21 Sep 2017 23:50:04 -050059:39falsefullJeremiah and Thad are back and taking a critical (mostly) look at special effects (CGI) in movies.The FandomentalsStumbling From Text to ScreenStumbling From Text to Screenhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12735084Fri, 08 Sep 2017 02:18:23 -050001:00:35falsefullJeremiah and Thad are back and talking about book to movie adaptationsThe FandomentalsArt Gets Political and PunchyArt Gets Political and Punchyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12597766Fri, 25 Aug 2017 01:00:04 -050059:54falsefullJeremiah and Thad are back with another episode of Cinematic Release. This time they take a look at art as politics, ethics in storytelling, and recap their personal favorite films where bigotry gets knocked around. AKA The Super Nazi, Bigot Punching Hour.The FandomentalsAdult Themes vs Mature Themes in FilmAdult Themes vs Mature Themes in Filmhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12533294Thu, 10 Aug 2017 00:20:03 -050058:34falsefullJeremiah and Thad are back, and this episode is all about exploring heavy vs cynical themes in film.The FandomentalsThe Trouble with FranchisesThe Trouble with Franchiseshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12399047Fri, 28 Jul 2017 00:40:10 -050059:43falsefullIn this episode of Cinematic Release, Jeremiah and Thad discuss the issues with the evolution of modern film franchises.The FandomentalsShow Me a HeroShow Me a Herohttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12332701Fri, 14 Jul 2017 00:40:36 -050058:00falsefullIn the episode that Los Angeles tried its hardest to kill, Jeremiah and Thad perservere and talk heroism in the DCEU and MCU films.The FandomentalsCaught In the SystemCaught In the Systemhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12150096Fri, 23 Jun 2017 00:50:39 -050058:27falsefullIn this episode of Cinematic Release, Jeremiah and Thad talk about film portrayals of the American legal system.The FandomentalsThe Heist as a McGuffinThe Heist as a McGuffinhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/12061660Mon, 12 Jun 2017 06:00:09 -050057:51falsefullJeremiah is back with special guest, Jana. This episode, they discuss Jackie Brown and the Inside Man.The FandomentalsThe Movie Going Experience Throughout HistoryThe Movie Going Experience Throughout Historyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/11957375Thu, 25 May 2017 23:34:37 -050059:02falsefullJeremiah is back in another episode of Cinematic Release! This time he's joined by Kori as they look through the history of watching movies, all the way back from the lantern shows through to today's multiplexes.The FandomentalsFargo and Catch the HeatFargo and Catch the Heathttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/11812945Fri, 12 May 2017 00:53:45 -050001:00:09falsefullOn this episode of Cinematic Release, Jeremiah and Bo analyze two films: Fargo and Catch the HeatThe FandomentalsO.J.: Made in America and Bend it Like BeckhamO.J.: Made in America and Bend it Like Beckhamhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/11704013Fri, 28 Apr 2017 03:27:42 -050058:00falsefullIn the third episode of Cinematic Release, Jeremiah and Bo take a look at two different films, the documentary centered on O.J. Simpson, and the British indie rom com, Bend it Like BeckahmThe FandomentalsCinematic Release - Reboots, Remakes, AdaptationsCinematic Release - Reboots, Remakes, Adaptationshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/11638915Sat, 15 Apr 2017 19:35:55 -050058:37falsefullIn this episode of Cinematic Release, Jeremiah and Co talk about Hollywood's long-standing love affair with rebooting, remaking, and adapting existing properties.The FandomentalsCinematic Release - Awards Season 2017Cinematic Release - Awards Season 2017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/11638916Sat, 15 Apr 2017 19:33:52 -050001:01:29falsefullIn the debut episode of Cinematic Release, Jeremiah and co talk Awards SeasonThe Fandomentals