Reading Between the Reels: Finding Meaning in the Movies You Love

Mission: Impossible is a 1996 action-thriller directed by Brian De Palma and based on the popular TV series. On this episode, David Jesse (“Tatooine Sons”) joins us to discuss the movie’s intricate plot, impressive stunts, and how it established Tom Cruise as an action superstar and jump-started a successful film franchise.

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Ghostbusters: Afterlife successfully resurrected the beloved franchise with a refreshing blend of nostalgia and new beginnings. Directed by Jason Reitman (son of Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman), the film cleverly balances homage to the original while carving its own path with a new generation of characters. With Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire hitting theaters this week, we revisit the first legacy sequel to Ghostbusters.

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Oppenheimer is a biographical drama directed by Christopher Nolan that delves into the brilliant physicist’s pivotal role in the Manhattan Project during World War II, his ethical dilemmas regarding the creation of the atomic bomb, and his subsequent grappling with the consequences of his work. The film was a box office smash and has garnered significant critical acclaim and 13 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Bes...

Dune: Part One is a cinematic adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic science fiction novel, Dune. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film combines stunning visuals, intricate world-building, and a compelling narrative to bring Herbert's intricate tale to life, setting the stage for a larger saga yet to unfold in subsequent installments. As Dune: Part Two hits cinemas, we revisit the first movie.

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For this year’s #StarWarsPodcastDay, we go back into the archives for one of our first deconstructions and revisit an early episode of “Coruscant Community College” in which we break down Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones.

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Fellowship of the Ring is the first installment in the incredibly successful and critically acclaimed Lord of the Rings movie trilogy by Peter Jackson. For this episode, we bring in our friend and lover-of-all-things-Tolkien Andrew Clark to discuss why the film works so well and how it continues to have an impact on popular culture.

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Mr. & Mrs. Smith is a 2005 action-comedy that follows a seemingly ordinary married couple, portrayed by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, who are unaware that they are both highly skilled assassins working for rival agencies. With Amazon Prime Video rebooting the franchise as a streaming series, we revisit the original film and discuss the charismatic performances, humor, and thrilling action sequences.

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To kick off 2024, we each share our Top 5 Movies of all time. It’s a fun episode, and one full of surprises.

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Aquaman is a 2018 superhero film starring Jason Momoa that became DC’s highest grossing movie. With Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom hitting theaters this week and officially wrapping up the Snyderverse, we take a look back at the original film’s stunning visual effects, epic underwater battles, and themes of identity, heritage, and the responsibility that comes with wielding immense power.

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Raiders of the Lost Ark is a classic 1981 adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Harrison Ford as the iconic archaeologist Indiana Jones. On this episode, Thomas Riddle (“Adventures in Learning with Indiana Jones,” “Imagineering Education,” “Star Wars in the Classroom”) joins us to discuss why it’s considered one of the all-time great movies. 

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The Hunger Games is a dystopian science fiction film directed by Gary Ross, based on Suzanne Collins' best-selling novel of the same name. With its prequel The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes hitting theaters this week, we examine the 2012 movie’s technical aspects and discuss its themes of inequality, survival, and resistance.

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Highlander is a 1986 fantasy movie that explores the themes of immortality, destiny, and the price of eternal life. On this episode, we look back at the cult classic film and analyze its dynamic cinematography, fascinating characters, dense mythology, and iconic soundtrack featuring several songs by the band Queen.

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Blade Runner, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Harrison Ford, is a 1982 dystopian film that has become an enduring influence on the cyberpunk genre and a seminal work in the realm of science fiction cinema. For our 3rd anniversary, Dan Zehr (“Coffee with Kenobi”) returns to help us break down the movie’s stunning visuals, haunting soundtrack, and thought-provoking themes.

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Logan is a 2017 superhero movie directed by James Mangold that serves a raw and emotional farewell to Hugh Jackman's iconic portrayal of Wolverine. On this episode, we discuss how the film distinguishes itself within the superhero genre by its gritty, character-driven storytelling, melancholy music, and its thoughtful exploration of the themes of mortality, redemption, and the consequences of violence.

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Big Trouble in Little China is a 1986 action-comedy directed by John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell. Although it was a box office bomb upon its release, the movie has since become a beloved and enduring cult classic. In this episode we take a look back at the film’s unique blend of martial arts action, humor, and over-the-top characters.

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For this episode, we share our top five most anticipated movies scheduled for this upcoming 2023-2024 school year. Many of these films may see their release dates shifted due to the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, but we’re excited for them just the same. 

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For our first show coming out of summer break, we take a look back at the movies released during summer 2023. We discuss our favorite new releases, debate which films were good, and share the shows and movies we caught up on.

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This episode features our friends Bryan Young (“Full of Sith”) and Ross Hollebon (“Fantha Tracks,” “Album Cockpit Podcast”) speaking to our students in a special Star Wars discussion.

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This episode features our friends Aaron Harris (“Star Wars Reactions”) and Thomas Riddle (“Imagineering Education,” “Star Wars in the Classroom,” “Adventures in Learning with Indiana Jones”) speaking to our students in a special Star Wars discussion.

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