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Man of Steel
In preparation for the new Superman movie we look at this version of the character, its use of flashbacks, how the story functions as a power fantasy, and its identity as an origin story. Check out our Patreon with bonus episodes and watchalongs: https://www.patreon.com/c/intanalysisJoin our discord for free: https://discord.gg/yNE2YWdFFollow the show on Instagram @intanalysispod and on Bluesky @intanalysispod.bsky.socialFollow Jelani on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram @jelanitkellyFollow Evan on Bluesky @ev-wess.bsky.social on Instagram and Letterboxd @ev_wessFollow Angel on Bluesky @angelsarch15.bsky.social on Instagram @angelsarch15 @angelmichelli.film...
2025-06-27
2h 11
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The Prince of Egypt
We talk about this animated classic and how it approachesadapting a bible story.Upcoming Episodes: Man of Steel, Superman (2025)Check out our Patreon with bonus episodes and watchalongs: https://www.patreon.com/c/intanalysisJoin our discord for free: https://discord.gg/yNE2YWdFFollow the show on Instagram @intanalysispod and on Bluesky @intanalysispod.bsky.socialFollow Jelani on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram @jelanitkellyFollow Evan on Bluesky @ev-wess.bsky.social on Instagram and Letterboxd @ev_wessFollow Angel on Bluesky @angelsarch15.bsky.social on Instagram @angelsarch15 @angelmichelli.film @serenitycinema1 and on Letterboxd @serenitycinemaOur...
2025-06-16
1h 28
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Mulan (feat. Tricia Aurand)
We talk about Mulan's fantastic arc, the value system of the story world, and how awesome "Make a Man Out of You". Upcoming Episodes: The Green Knight, Prince Of EgyptCheck out our Patreon with bonus episodes and watchalongs: https://www.patreon.com/c/intanalysisJoin our discord for free: https://discord.gg/yNE2YWdFFollow the show on Instagram @intanalysispod and on Bluesky @intanalysispod.bsky.socialFollow Jelani on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram @jelanitkellyFollow Evan on Bluesky @ev-wess.bsky.social on Instagram and Letterboxd @ev_wessFollow Angel on Bluesky @angelsarch15.bsky.social on Instagram...
2025-04-15
1h 37
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Clue
We talk about how this classic comedy holds up after 40 years, the effect of its three endings, and give our dream casts for a present day remake.Upcoming Episodes: Tangents Episode Season 6 (Patreon), MulanYou can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyWCheck out our YouTube channel with our new video onGritty Fairy Tale Movies.Support us onPatreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II.You can get merch wi...
2025-03-17
1h 56
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Sunshine
We finish out our sci-fi run with Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's collaboration. We discuss whether the third act genre shift works, two of its big setpieces, and the theme of humanity and how it relates to the predictable deaths of the movie.Upcoming Episodes: Tangents Episode Season 6 (Patreon), Clue, MulanYou can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyWCheck out our YouTube channel with our new video onGritty Fairy Tale Movies.Suppo...
2025-02-10
1h 35
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Interstellar
We talk about Nolan's sci-fi masterpiece, whether its grounded visuals aid the story, how it makes exploration entertaining, and how it balances fiction, science, and emotion. Upcoming Episodes: Tell Me Lies Season 2, Interstellar, Sunshine You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You...
2025-01-17
1h 33
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Trailers Episode (feat. Jocelyn Tarquini)
We bring on a seasoned trailer editor to talk all about the good, bad, past, present and possible future of movie trailers. You can follow Jocelyn on Instagram @storitelr You can find the "Director's Cut" of this episode on our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intanalysis Upcoming Episodes: Tell Me Lies Season 2, Interstellar, Sunshine You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Follow Malia on Instagram...
2025-01-09
2h 59
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Tell Me Lies Season 1 (feat. Malia Wessman)
We discuss this show's characters and how it keeps narrative momentum solely through character relationships. Upcoming Episodes: Tell Me Lies Season 2, Interstellar, Sunshine, Trailers Episode You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Follow Malia on Instagram @maliawess Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission...
2024-12-04
1h 27
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Snowpiercer
We discuss how this movie balances its characters and premise, its good and clunky exposition, and how it constructs a mythology around Wilford. Upcoming Episodes: Tell Me Lies, Interstellar, Sunshine, Trailers EpisodeYou can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyWCheck out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies.Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impo...
2024-11-18
1h 54
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Drag Me to Hell
We look at the effect of making this movie's protagonist unlikable, the downside of making it generic, and how it explores apathy through its body horror before doing takeaways from this year's horror trilogy. Upcoming Episodes: Snowpiercer, Interstellar, Sunshine You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watch...
2024-10-31
2h 01
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Split
We talk about James McAvoy's fantastic performance, how this movie builds upon Psycho, whether this is a good sequel to Unbreakable, and whether the end twist works. Upcoming Episodes: Drag Me To Hell, Snowpiercer, Interstellar Follow Angel on Letterboxd and Instagram You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episode...
2024-10-22
1h 57
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M3GAN
We look at this recent surprise hit and discuss its intended audience, whether its comedy detracts from the horror, if it's too predictable, and whether its emotional beats hit. Upcoming Episodes: Split, Drag Me To Hell Follow Angel on Letterboxd and Instagram You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes...
2024-10-06
1h 36
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Baby Driver (feat. Angel Michelli)
We discuss this fun but messy movie, its music and editing, whether its third act works, the allure of the ethical criminals, and the many questions it doesn't answer. Upcoming Episodes: Edge of Tomorrow, Follow Angel on Letterboxd and Instagram You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to...
2024-09-23
1h 56
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Godzilla Minus One (feat. Angel Michelli)
We discuss the recent update on the classic movie monster, how it invests the audience in its human characters, its identity as a period piece, and its theme of collective action. Upcoming Episodes: Baby Driver Follow Angel on Letterboxd and Instagram You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon a...
2024-09-10
1h 37
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The Boys Season 4
CONTENT, SPOILER, AND LANGUAGE WARNING We look at the newest season of the show, how it deals with the characters it doesn't know what to do with, how it gets to its ending, A-Train's redeption arc, and a few other random topics. Upcoming Episodes: Godzilla Minus One, Baby Driver You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon ...
2024-08-24
2h 21
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The Road to El Dorado
We talk about whether this animated movie is only good if viewed with nostalgia goggles, how much it's made for kids, its identity as a two-hander, and its pacing issues.Upcoming Episodes: The Boys Season 4, Godzilla Minus OneYou can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyWCheck out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies.Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent epi...
2024-08-17
1h 02
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Deadpool and Wolverine (feat. Taylor D. Adams)
We discuss how this movie delivers a ton of fanservice and whether it should be more of a parody. Upcoming episodes: The Road to El Dorado, You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Litt...
2024-08-03
1h 15
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10 Years of Film Criticism
An Evan solo episode. 10 years ago today, was when I started doing film criticism, so this is a retrospective looking back at what I've learned from that time. Upcoming episodes: The Road to El Dorado, You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our...
2024-07-25
43 min
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Molly's Game
We look at the pros and cons of Sorkin dialogue, the power of this movie's momentum, and how it treats its one-off characters. Upcoming Episodes: Godzilla Minus One You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mis...
2024-07-16
1h 09
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Would You Rather
We talk about how to survive this movie, the way it delivers and doesn't deliver on its premise, and spend a bit of time talking about expository lines that peeve us. Upcoming Episodes: Godzilla Minus One You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new ta...
2024-07-02
1h 37
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Logan (feat. Taylor D. Adams)
We look at this subversive superhero movie, how it made itself accessible to non-superhero fans, the breath of fresh air it provided to a tired genre, and its effective use of edginess and violence. Follow Taylor on Instagram @taydadams And check out The Film Nuts Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Upcoming Episodes: Would You Rather, Godzilla Minus One You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTub...
2024-06-18
1h 50
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Mad Max Fury Road
We look at this bombastic action movie, how it explores theme through its worldbuilding and action, what it can teach us about popcorn blockbusters, and how it approaches characterization. Upcoming Episodes: Would You Rather, Halloween You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode...
2024-05-24
1h 31
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
In one of our more divided episodes we look at this slasher classic, its use of setting on a limited budget, the unique family slasher, and how it employs genre in its first act.Upcoming Episodes: Mad Max Fury RoadYou can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyWCheck out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies.Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, o...
2024-04-25
1h 27
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Puss in Boots The Last Wish
We look at the great characters of this movie how they are all developed as an ensemble, their well-crafted flaws, and the great villain. Upcoming Episodes: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Mad Max Fury Road You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Gritty Fairy Tale Movies. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, a...
2024-03-28
1h 09
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Bohemian Rhapsody vs. Rocketman
We compare how these two movies approach a musical biopic, how they portray their subjects, and their use as musical numbers as well as the challenges of biopics in general. Upcoming Episodes: Bohemian Rhapsody vs Rocketman, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick...
2024-02-29
1h 42
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MCU Tournament
We pit 16 movies from the Marvel Infinity Saga against each other to determine the definitive winner. Upcoming Episodes: Bohemian Rhapsody vs Rocketman, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. https://discord.gg/se7X3jJkyW Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for C...
2024-01-15
2h 17
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The Exorcist
We look at how this horror classic does a slow burn, whether shock value is good or bad, and how to handle your audience being ahead of your characters. Then we look back at takeaways from our horror cycle. Upcoming Episodes: MCU Tournament You can join our discord server now to interact with us, give feedback, make suggestions, and join our fan community. Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for C...
2023-12-17
1h 37
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Final Destination 3
We look at how this movie sets up characters as cannon fodder, the way it inspires paranoia around everyday life, and its effective use of Chekov's guns. Upcoming Episodes: The Exorcist Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry.
2023-11-27
1h 12
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Nope
We look at this movie's monster, whether it has a "master", the buildup to the reveal, and the balance between having symbolic meaning and being entertaining. Upcoming Episodes: Final Destination 3, The Exorcist Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our...
2023-11-22
2h 03
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Psycho
We look at how this classic has aged how it balances its split personality villain(s), whether both halves of it work, and how suspenseful and rewatchable it is. Upcoming Episodes: Nope, Final Destination 3, The Exorcist Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch w...
2023-09-11
1h 36
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Mission Impossible
We look at the first installment in the Mission Impossible franchise how it does and doesn't make complexity accessible, its messy climax, and its relationship between scale and spectacle. Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo i...
2023-07-18
1h 20
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Spiderman: Across the Spiderverse
We look at the sequel to our favorite movie, its themes of growing up and sacrifice, its identity as a part one, and how it balances Gwen and Miles as dual protagonists. Upcoming episodes: Mission Impossible Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch w...
2023-06-23
1h 38
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The Silence of the Lambs
We look at this classic and its characters motivations, the theme of gender in the workplace, and its excellent scene structure. Upcoming episodes: Spiderman Into the Spiderverse Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo i...
2023-05-05
1h 22
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Bullet Train
We look at this fun summer movie from last year and how its ensemble adds to its unpredictability, its pacifist protagonist, and whether it half-asses its theme well. Upcoming episodes: The Silence of the Lambs Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. As well as our watchalongs for Chicken Little, and Mission Impossible II. You can get merch with o...
2023-04-11
56 min
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Eighth Grade
We look at this unique Gen Z coming of age film, how it captures growing up, the merits of its lack of a traditional plot, its incorporation of social media and the internet, and its protagonist's self awareness. Upcoming episodes: Bullet Train Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, John Wick, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle.
2023-03-28
1h 29
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2022 Awards
In the wake of awards season, we give our own unique awards for the past year's movies. The awards are as follows: Favorite Movie of the Year, Most Overrated, Most Underrated, Biggest Surprise, Biggest Disappointment, Glad you skipped, Worst Movie of the Year, Best Scene, Best Line, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Special/Visual Effects, and Best Music. Send us your picks by commenting on the YouTube video of this episode. Upcoming episodes: Eighth Grade, Bullet Train Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on John Wick. Support us on Patreon...
2023-03-17
1h 19
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The Menu
We look at this recent surprise hit, how it raises questions effectively, its balance of realism and art, and its commentary on audience. Upcoming episodes: Eighth Grade, Bullet Train Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Kingsman Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, our early writing experiences, and our new tangent episode. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. A kids version of Descended Awakening is...
2023-02-11
1h 26
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I, Robot
We look at this very 2004 movie, how it fails at its human-father-robot-child motif, and how it ages as an AI story. Upcoming episodes: The Menu Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Kingsman Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. A kids version of Descended Awakening is available on Amazon. Follow Evan on...
2023-01-29
1h 04
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Glass Onion (feat. Miguel Ortega)
We look at Rian Johnson's second installment in the Knives Out franchise, how it differs from other murder mysteries, the pros and cons of its non-linear storytelling, the theme of disruption, and the symbol of the glass onion. Upcoming episodes: I Robot, The Menu Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Kingsman Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by...
2023-01-18
1h 21
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Limitless vs Lucy
We compare the two drugs-that-let-you-access-100%-of-your-brain movies and center on their protagonists, their endings, where they go with their premise, and what a better ending might be for a movie with this premise. Upcoming episodes: I Robot, Glass Onion Check out our YouTube channel with our new video on Kingsman Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. A...
2022-12-18
1h 45
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Se7en
We look at this recent classic and how it effectively has the villain win, its balance of tone, accessibility, and the importance of characters having worldviews. Upcoming episodes: Limitless vs. Lucy, I Robot Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. A kids version of Descended Awakening i...
2022-12-04
53 min
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The Harder They Fall
We look at this recent streaming hit and how it deals with genre, its portrayal of history, and how fun its style makes it. Upcoming episodes: Se7en, Limitless vs. Lucy Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. A kids version of Descended Awakening is available...
2022-10-30
37 min
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The Dark Knight Rises
We finish out the Dark Knight trilogy and talk about Bane (with several Bane impressions from Evan), the deviations from the source material, whether there is too much happening, and taking creative lessons from the whole trilogy. Upcoming episodes: The Harder They Fall, Se7en Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo...
2022-10-03
1h 35
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The Dark Knight
Timecode from trigger warning: 10:15 to 16:45. We look at the favorite child of the trilogy, how it defines heroism, the comparisons it draws between Harvey Dent and Batman, and its themes of chaos and tragedy. Upcoming episodes: The Dark Knight Rises Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey...
2022-09-11
1h 15
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Batman Begins
In the first of our Dark Knight Trilogy episodes, we look at arguably the definitive superhero origin story, how it uses fear across its 3 acts, its villains, and why, against all odds, Jelani really likes it. Upcoming episodes: The Dark Knight, The Dark Knight Rises Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo...
2022-08-27
1h 07
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Troy
We discuss how this historical (?) epic adapts the myth that it is based on, how it uses its identity to be a relatively unbiased war movie, and the character web that sits at the heart of it. Upcoming episodes: The Dark Knight Trilogy Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by...
2022-08-05
1h 04
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The Boys Season 3
SPOILER AND CONTENT WARNING!! We tackle the third season of dark superhero show and look at how it stacks up against the other seasons, new and returning characters, its examination of the nature of power, its social commentary and weirdly blatant references to recent events, and our predictions for season 4. Upcoming episodes: Troy Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with...
2022-07-20
1h 40
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Call Me By Your Name
We look at some of the more pivotal scenes of this movie, how it deals with tension and stakes, and whether the age difference of the main characters is distracting or purposeful. Upcoming episodes: The Boys Season 3, Troy Check out our YouTube channel with our new video essay on Spiderman. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. A...
2022-07-05
52 min
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Sorry to Bother You
Content warning timecode approximately 1:00:45 to 1:02:15. We discuss this absurdist movie's unforgiving critique of capitalism, its purposeful weirdness, how it highlights real-world codeswitching, and the significance of its characters names. Upcoming episodes: Call me by Your Name, Troy Link to the Triangle article referenced in the episode. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our...
2022-06-21
1h 17
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Everything Everywhere All At Once
We cover the surprise hit of the year and how it takes the multiverse genre further than other movies, its many themes, and its approach to Evelyn as a protagonist. Upcoming episodes: Sorry to Bother You, Call me by Your Name Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A...
2022-06-14
1h 29
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Jurassic Park
We discuss one of the biggest movies of all time, how it differs from its source material, its balance of horror and awe, and whether there is any good reason to have a deus ex machina. Upcoming episodes: Everything Everywhere All At Once, Sorry to Bother You Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our...
2022-06-02
1h 13
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Like Mike
A short episode where we look at a 2000's kids movie, the NBA's hand in making it, the challenges of kid actors and writing kid characters, and how we don't make movies like this anymore. Upcoming episodes: Jurassic Park, Everything Everywhere All At Once Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays.
2022-05-26
45 min
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Shrek 2
We discuss one of the best sequels and best animated movies of all time, how it builds upon its predecessor, the S-teir villainy of the Fairy Godmother, and the more complex conflicts that Shrek is presented with. Upcoming episodes: Like Mike, Jurassic Park Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays.
2022-05-19
1h 09
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Parasite
We cover one of the most acclaimed movies of the century and look at its examination of class relations, some of its many layers of symbolism, the theme of planning, and its genre. Upcoming episodes: Shrek 2 Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version of Descended Awakening i...
2022-04-10
1h 26
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tick, tick... BOOM!
We look at this Oscar nominee and how it portrays the writing process, as well as the challenges of adapting musicals to and from the stage. Upcoming episodes: Parasite, Shrek 2 Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version of Descended Awakening is available on...
2022-03-26
53 min
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The Batman (feat. Ahasan Naazim)
We hear ALL of Jelani's thoughts about Batman, then get into all of our feelings on Battinson, how this movie handles three/four villains, its take on Batman's villains and allies, and its genre. Upcoming episodes: Tick Tick Boom, Parasite Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays.
2022-03-20
1h 54
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Steve Jobs
We look at this non-traditional biopic and discuss the merits and drawbacks of its structure, whether it should have been a play, and our feelings on Aaron Sorkin and his dialogue style. Upcoming episodes: The Batman Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version...
2022-02-28
1h 21
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Beetlejuice (Feat. Larry Fried)
We bring on Larry Fried, host of My Favorite Movie Is to talk about Tim Burton's classic, its characters, worldbuilding, and some of the interesting production choices that were made. Upcoming episodes: Steve Jobs Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy, Kingsman, and our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version of Descended Awakening is available...
2022-02-12
55 min
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Back to the Future
We talk about the classic 80's movie and see whether and how it holds up in the 21st century, its cultural impact, and how it uses setups and payoffs. Upcoming episodes: Beetlejuice, Steve Jobs Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version of Descended Awakening is available on Amazon. Follow David on Instagram. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Evan on Twitter @ev_wess Follow...
2022-01-30
1h 01
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The Amazing Spiderman 2
We cover villains, plot issues, and some of the redeeming aspects of this much hated on Spiderman installment and give our predictions on No Way Home... so all of you know whether our predictions were correct. Upcoming episodes: Back to the Future Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version of Descended Awakening...
2021-12-21
1h 31
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The Amazing Spiderman
We bring our differing opinions and analysis to the first of the Garfield-Spiderman movies and talk about how it does (or doesn't) give us access to this version of Peter Parker, comparing it to the other iterations of Spiderman, and ways that some of its plot issues could have been fixed. Upcoming episodes: The Amazing Spiderman 2, Back to the Future Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on the Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry.
2021-12-06
1h 47
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Invincible Season 1
We look at the characters and genre choices of the first season of Amazon Prime's other gritty superhero show. Upcoming episodes: Back to the Future, The Amazing Spiderman duo Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episode on our early writing experiences. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with our video essays. A kids version of Descended Awakening is available on Amazon. Follow David on Instagram. Follow...
2021-11-09
1h 20
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Casino Royale
In anticipation of No Time To Die, we look at arguably the best Bond movie ever and how it gives Bond a complex arc, it's interesting structure, how it deals with Bond movie tropes, and where the franchise could go from here. Upcoming episodes: Invincible Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman, Space Jam 2, and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with...
2021-10-08
1h 38
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Scream
We look at the horror classic Scream and how it plays extremely heavily with the tropes of the horror genre. Upcoming episodes: Casino Royale Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman, Space Jam 2, and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with video essays on Curse of the Black Pearl, A Quiet Place, Shrek, and A Star is Born. A kids...
2021-09-30
1h 14
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Whiplash (feat. Nick Vonk)
We look at the big life questions that Whiplash poses about the cost of success, societal views of greatness, Fletcher's dark take on mentorship, and the script's efficiency. 2 factual corrections: Van Gogh went to Saint-Remy-de-Provence, not Giverney. Roger Federer did try a lot of sports, but was also a tennis champion by age 14. Upcoming episodes: Scream, Casino Royale Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman, Space Jam 2, and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle.
2021-09-11
1h 54
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The Suicide Squad
We cover the newest DC movie and discuss how it compares to the 2016 version, its characters, whether it hit or missed with tone and pacing, and where DC can or will go from here. Upcoming episodes: Whiplash Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with video essays on Curse of the Black Pearl, A Quiet P...
2021-08-24
1h 19
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Dunkirk
We talk about Christopher Nolan's non-linear war movie, the impressive production of it, the way he approaches the characters on an individual and collective level, and how he gives (or fails to give) the audience access to his characters. Upcoming episodes: The Suicide Squad, Whiplash Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with video essays...
2021-08-09
1h 52
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Get Out (feat. David Jones)
In this episode we cover Jordan Peele's trendsetting racial horror movie. Topics include the movie's influence since its release, how many details and symbols there are to find on re-watch, the alternate ending vs. the theatrical ending, the party scene, the movie's commentary on racism, how it plays with expectations, and Jordan Peele's influences. Upcoming episodes: Dunkirk. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by...
2021-07-20
1h 39
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Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (feat. Max Eubinag)
In this episode we look at a modern cult classic. Topics include Scott as a protagonist, the movie's unique style, its video game influences, the themes it develops effectively and ineffectively, and its soundtrack. Upcoming episodes: Get Out. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with video essays on Curse of the Black Pearl, A Qu...
2021-07-07
1h 40
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Knives Out
In this episode we discuss how Knives Out subverts the mystery genre, Marta as a flat arc protagonist, and how the movie shows why putting characters under pressure reveals who they are. Upcoming episodes: Get Out. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes on Kingsman and the Raimi/Maguire Spiderman movies for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with video essays on Curse of the Black Pearl, A Quiet Place, S...
2021-06-16
1h 40
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Mortal Kombat (feat. Ahsan Naazim)
In this episode we discuss how this adaptation stacks up against the games, how it functions on its own, whether it would improve by having a theme, and potential sequels. Upcoming episodes: Get Out. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo on Zazzle. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Check out our YouTube channel with video essays on Curse of the Black Pearl, A Quiet Place, Shrek, and A Star is Born. A kids v...
2021-04-30
1h 22
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Godzilla vs Kong (feat. Ahsan Naazim and David Jones)
We talk about the recently released blockbuster as well as monster movies, movie monsters, why these two have been portrayed so often and what the significance of this crossover is. Upcoming episodes: Mortal Kombat, Get Out. Time Stamps Intro - 0:00 Initial Reactions - 4:40 Monster Movies - 30:32 Movie Monsters - 1:01:00 Why these two are rebooted so much - 1:21: Outro - 1:54:20 Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo...
2021-04-10
1h 54
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Zack Snyder's Justice League (feat. Ahsan Naazim)
Now that The Snyder Cut is out we talk about our expectations for it our general feelings on the final product, comparing it to the Wheedon cut, and what this film's legacy will be moving forward. Upcoming episodes: Godzilla vs. Kong, Mortal Kombat. Time Stamps Expectations - 0:00 General Reactions - 9:35 Pacing and Dialogue - 33:30 The film's potential legacy - 52:00 Outro - 1:17:00 Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes for $1 a month. You can get merch with our logo...
2021-03-21
1h 19
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Sherlock: A Study in Pink
We look at the pilot of Sherlock in this episode and examine how it revives a classic character, its introduction of the show's theme, what makes for a good pilot, and why this John Watson is fiction's greatest sidekick. Upcoming episodes: Zack Snyder's Justice League, Godzilla vs. Kong, Mortal Kombat. Time Stamps Initial Reactions - 0:00 Evan's relationship to the show - 8:00 Updating Sherlock for the 21st Century - 14:30 Introducing a theme - 43:05 Crafting a Pilot - 50:35 John Watson The Sidekick Character - 1:19:30
2021-03-19
1h 45
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
We continue and conclude our Chocolate Factory series with the 2005 adaptation from Tim Burton. This time we discuss Willy Wonka's personality and backstory, the theme of family, the movie's tone, then compare all three versions and speculate about the upcoming origin story show. Upcoming episodes: Sherlock A Study in Pink, Zack Snyder's Justice League, Godzilla vs. Kong, Mortal Kombat. Time Stamps Initial Reactions - 1:00 Willy Wonka - 9:02 Family - 25:00 Tone - 35:20 Comparing all 3 - 46:40 Outro - 1:15:00 Support us on Patreon and l...
2021-03-04
1h 18
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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
In this episode, we discuss the classic Roald Dahl book and its original movie adaptation and the differences between them, as well as how the story works with a passive protagonist and the message of the story. Time stamps Differences from book 10:32 A Passive Protagonist 46:40 Message 53:25 Outro 1:07:54 Upcoming episodes: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Zack Snyder's Justice League, Godzilla vs. Kong, Mortal Kombat. Support us on Patreon and listen to our bonus episodes for $1 a month. You...
2021-02-17
1h 12
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Space Jam
In this episode we look at Space Jam, how it deals with its perfect premise, its impact, sports movies, and Michael Jordan. Upcoming episodes: Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry We have a Patreon. For one dollar a month you can hear our take-down of the Sam Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. Our video essay on A Quiet Place | Show Don't Tell is up on our YouTube channel. A kids version of Descended Awakening is now available. Follow...
2021-01-28
57 min
INT. ANALYSIS
MPAA Ratings System (feat. Paige Morse, Keagen Fritz, and Chayse McLaughlin)
In our very long season 3 premiere, we tackle the MPAA Ratings system, our relationships with it, how effective it is, the ways it shapes the film landscape, and if there is a better system that could be created in its place. Support us on Patreon. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Chayse on Twitter @mrchaysemac and listen to The Afternoon Tune. Follow Keagen on Twitter @KeagenFritz, on vimeo, and read his column The Universal Truth. ...
2021-01-12
2h 21
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Wonder Woman 1984
We give our hot but very different takes on the new Wonder Woman sequel, digging into the content of the story and how it was executed. Upcoming Episodes: Space Jam, Willy Wonka/Charlie and the Chocolate factory. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry We have a Patreon. For one dollar a month you can hear our take-down of the Sam Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. Our video essay on Shrek | The Simple Character Arc is up on our YouTube channel. A kids version of Descended Awakening is now available. F...
2020-12-29
1h 16
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Good Will Hunting
In today's episode we look at some of what made Good Will Hunting a classic like how Sean is one of the best mentor characters ever, how important being emotionally true is in a story, how to craft good character relationships, and the purpose of the many anecdotes in the movie. We have a Patreon. For $1 per month you can hear bonus episodes. And for $3 per month you can have access to our notes for each show. Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening on Amazon. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Follow u...
2020-12-20
1h 09
INT. ANALYSIS
Circle
In this episode we look at a lesser-known social experiment movie and examine how it approaches character design, social critique, and how the premise and designing principle are crafted to create its social experiment. Upcoming Episodes: Good Will Hunting, Space Jam. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry We have a Patreon. For one dollar a month you can hear our take-down of the Sam Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. Our video essay on Shrek | The Simple Character Arc is up on our YouTube channel. A kids version of Descended Awakening is n...
2020-11-28
1h 08
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The Devil Wears Prada
In this episode we look at an underrated gem with some good writing lessons. Topics include the world of fashion, introductions and gaining access to characters, amplifying conflict, and forcing your protagonist into hard choices. We have a Patreon. For $1 per month you can hear bonus episodes. And for $3 per month you can have access to our notes for each show. Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening on Amazon. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Follow us on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Follow Jelani on T...
2020-11-22
1h 22
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Fictional Characters in Government
In light of the coming election, we list off a few fictional characters that we think would be good... or at least interesting in high-ranking government positions. Send in your picks if you want, but make sure you actually vote first. And just vote for Biden. Please. We have a Patreon. For $1 per month you can hear bonus episodes. And for $3 per month you can have access to our notes for each show. Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening on Amazon. Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry. Follow us on Twitter @intanalysis18
2020-11-01
1h 04
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The Boys Season 2
SPOILER AND LANGUAGE WARNING!! We look at the new season of The Boys and look at the evolutions of its characters old and new, its climax, and themes of betrayal, corporate culture, and white supremacy. Upcoming Episodes: The Devil Wears Prada, Circle, Fictional Characters as Politicians Our logo is by Kelsey Hendry We have a Patreon. For one dollar a month you can hear our take-down of the Sam Raimi Spiderman Trilogy. A kids version of Descended Awakening is now available. Follow us on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow J...
2020-10-20
1h 37
INT. ANALYSIS
Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 3
We finish out our discussion of ATLA with more developments of themes and characters as well as the writing and life lessons we are taking from this excellent series. Also... swole Iroh. Upcoming episodes: The Devil Wears Prada, Circle. We have a Patreon. Come and support us so you can hear our rants against the Sam Raimi/Tobey Maguire Spiderman Trilogy. Our video on A Star is Born is available to watch. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Jelani @jelanitkelly Follow Evan @davoswatson Like u...
2020-09-24
2h 07
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Spotlight
TRIGGER WARNING. In this episode, we look at the 2016 Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay Oscar winner Spotlight. Topics include exposition techniques, accuracy, the theme of social responsibility, and how that theme is continuing to be relevant now. Our next episode will be Avatar The Last Airbender Season 3. We have a Patreon now. Come and support us and get extra content. Our YouTube video on A Star is Born is out. You can follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Follow Jelani on T...
2020-09-11
1h 17
INT. ANALYSIS
Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2
We continue our conversation on The Last Airbender with new and returning characters, more destiny, parallels and worldbuilding. Upcoming Episodes: Spotlight, Avatar The Last Airbender Season 3 Watch our video on A Star Is Born Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Like us on Facebook Subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes
2020-09-06
1h 49
INT. ANALYSIS
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
An unexpectedly critical episode. We look at a lot of things that don't work and a couple that (sort of) do in this final episode about Pirates. Topics include the theme of collaboration, the over-complicated plot, the unsatisfying ending, Will and Elizabeth's relationship (and how intensely Jelani does not ship them), and writing lessons we're taking away from the entire trilogy. Upcoming Episodes: Avatar The Last Airbender Seasons 2 and 3, and Spotlight. Find our YouTube channel and our video essay on A Star Is Born. We have a Patreon where you can support us a...
2020-08-13
1h 45
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Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl
Today we talk about the first of the Pirates movies and cover how its characters are designed around the theme, how this movie was a game-changer for Disney and the world of cinema, who the heck this movie is supposed to be for, and Hans Zimmer being the GOAT. Upcoming episodes: Hancock and Dead Man's Chest Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Rate and review on iTunes. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening. Send comments, questions, requests, and suggestions to intanalysis18@gmail.com
2020-08-08
1h 21
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 1
In the first of three episodes about this dope animated show, we look at Book 1 of Avatar The Last Airbender. We cover the main characters, the theme of destiny, world building, and anime influences. Upcoming episodes: At World's End, ATLA Seasons 2 and 3, and Spotlight. We now have a YouTube channel with a video about A Star is Born. You can now support us on Patreon. Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening on Amazon Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly Follow Evan on...
2020-08-08
1h 48
INT. ANALYSIS
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
This episode we look at the second installment in the Pirates series. Topics include villains, the Kraken, Jack Sparrow's arc, some of of the messy but interesting plot elements, and McGuffins. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly Buy Jelani's book Descended: Awakening Send comments, questions, suggestions, and requests to intanalysis18@gmail.com Subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.
2020-07-24
1h 05
INT. ANALYSIS
Why Inception is my Favorite Movie
BWAAAAAHHHH!!! On the 10th anniversary of Inception's release, Evan does a solo episode explaining all the reasons it is his favorite. Creative, spiritual, nerdy, and intellectual. Some spoilers... but come on. Next episode will be Dead Man's Chest. Subscribe, rate, and review the show on Apple Podcasts. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson
2020-07-16
18 min
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Hancock
Today we look at the 2008 Will Smith movie Hancock and how it does a character study of a drunk superman, how much the script changed from its original version to the final product, with an unexpected detour into musicals. Slight language warning. Upcoming episodes: Dead Man's Chest, Avatar the Last Airbender Season 1 Like us on Facebook. Subscribe rate and review on iTunes. Follow us on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Buy Jelani's book Descended Awakening.
2020-07-07
55 min
INT. ANALYSIS
Ready or Not
Is Ready or Not ready for the Interior Analysis treatment? In today's episode we look at tonal confusion, how many things violence can mean, the premise, themes, and characters, and how the story could have been more compelling. Upcoming episodes: Curse of the Black Pearl, and Hancock. Descended Awakening is available to buy. Like us on Facebook. Subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts. Follow the show on Twitter @intananalysis18 Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly Follow Evan on Twitter @davoswatson Send in comments, questions, r...
2020-06-09
1h 14
INT. ANALYSIS
Ex Machina (feat. Matt Kaufhold)
Featuring Drexel screenwriting professor Matt Kaufhold. Today we look at the intricacies of AI fiction, some questions that Ex Machina poses about real world technology, and the design of the characters, both human and robotic. As always there will be spoilers. Our next episode will be Ready or Not. Descended Awakening is available to buy. Subscribe and leave a rating on iTunes. Like our Facebook page. Follow the show on Twitter @intanalysis18 Follow Jelani on Twitter @jelanitkelly and on Instagram @basedphoenix Follow Evan on Twitter...
2020-06-04
1h 01
INT. ANALYSIS
The Boys Season 1
In this episode we look at the first season of the new Amazon Prime series The Boys and it's more grounded take on supes, several of its characters (sociopaths and all), as well as a few other small things we found notable with it. As always, there will be spoilers. The next episode will be Ex Machina, which is now on Netflix. Jelani's book, Descended Awakening, is available to buy on Amazon in paperback and electronic form. Send questions, comments, suggestions, and requests to intanalysis18@gmail.com Find the show on...
2020-05-14
1h 17
INT. ANALYSIS
"Descended: Awakening" Teaser
Jelani Kelly's book "Descended: Awakening" releases Thursday April 2, 2020. This episode gives just a taste of what you'll get in the whole book. Pre-order the kindle version here. Voices by Ahsan Dowling, Jelani Kelly, Mason Laferty, Evan Wessman, and Lauren Wessman.
2020-03-26
05 min
INT. ANALYSIS
Shrek
In this episode we look at the character construction and arc of cinema's favorite ogre and how three act structure is used to create an effective character change. We also take a couple fun detours into early 2000's nostalgia. As always, we spoil everything... but come on, you've seen this. Upcoming episodes will be on The Boys, and Jelani's upcoming book Descended Awakening. Like us on Facebook and leave ratings on iTunes. We are now on Twitter @intanalysis18. Follow us and leave comments, questions, and suggestions. For longer comments, email intanalysis18@gmail.com
2020-03-11
1h 01
INT. ANALYSIS
Avengers: Endgame (feat. Michael Raffle)
SPOILERS!! Guest starring Michael Raffle and Jelani Kelly. We look at some of our favorite moments, the theme of loss, the structure of the movie, and the MCU as a whole. We will be doing a live show on Drexel's campus. Details will be coming soon. Most likely, we will be analyzing Amelie for the live show. Thanks to Isabella Aktarshenas for the logo. We have stickers. Contact Evan or Karla to get one. Link to Mike's article: https://www.thetriangle.org/entertainment/the-highly-anticipated-avengers-endgame/ Subscribe and leave reviews on iTunes. Send in comments to erw58@drexel.edu.
2019-11-12
56 min
INT. ANALYSIS
The Dreamers
In this episode, we look at Bernardo Bertolucci's aesthetically pleasing period relationship drama. We discuss the relationship of the three main characters, what conclusions can be drawn from the unconventional aspects of their relationship, and how the film deals with the theme of revolution. As always we will spoil everything. Characters - 1:15 Soundtrack - 10:29 Scenes - 12:25 Theo and Isabelle's Relationship - 25:48 All 3's Relationship - 31:34 Outro - 43:53 Thanks to Isabella Aktarshenas for the logo. Please leave reviews and ratings on iTunes and like...
2019-11-06
47 min