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Film to FilmPolice Story (1985) by Jackie ChanThis episode we discuss Jackie Chan's iconic classic Police Story (1985).
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2025-01-0258 min
Film to FilmLa Cérémonie (1995) by Claude ChabrolThis episode we discuss Claude Chabrol's La Cérémonie starring Isabelle Huppert and Sandrine Bonnaire.
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2024-11-201h 08
Film to FilmV/H/S Beyond (2024) Anthology & Alien (1979) by Ridley ScottThis episode we review two films with extraterrestrial themes, the most recent VHS entry (VHS Beyond) and Ridley Scott's classic Alien.
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2024-10-291h 14
Film to FilmShe Shoots Straight (1990) by Corey YuenThis episode we review HK Girls With Guns cult classic, She Shoots Straight, directed by Corey Yuen starring Joyce Godenzi and Carina Lau.
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2024-09-241h 06
Film to FilmSociety of the Snow (2023) by J.A. BayonaThis episode we review last year's film on the infamous plane crash in the Andes.
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2024-07-1655 min
Film to FilmThe Flying Guillotine (1975) by Ho Meng-HuaMore 1970s political intrigue (but in the Qing dynasty) with the Shaw brothers and with an awesome weapon.
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2024-05-1349 min
Film to FilmState of Siege (1972) by Costa-GavrasBack to Chile via France for Costa-Gavras State of Siege from 1972.
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2024-03-191h 06
Film to FilmIntimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan (Ainu, 1972) by Chor YuenThis episode we review the cult classic Shaw brothers film, Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan.
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2024-02-1354 min
Film to FilmDeath Duel (1977) by Chor Yuen, Starring Derek YeeThis episode is about an underseen film by an underseen director, Chor Yuen's Death Duel. Chor's filmography has some of the most beautiful cinematography of the era and is drenched in atmosphere. The story is adapted from Gu Long who is known for labyrinth plots, lots of deception, and plenty of characters.
Stars: Derek Yee, Ti Lung, David Chiang, Lo Lieh, Ling Yun
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2023-12-2714 min
Film to FilmWhen Evil Lurks (2023) by Demián RugnaThis episode we review one of the most talked about horror films of the year, When Evil Lurks!
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2023-12-131h 16
Film to FilmMy Young Auntie (1982) & The Lady is the Boss (1983), Bonus! Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 12Bonus review of the two Kara Hui vehicles, Lau directed. Lighter and easier to watch, it is too bad Lau did not get to direct more of these.
Stars: Kara Hui, Lau Kar Leung, Hsiao Ho, Gordon Liu
https://letterboxd.com/film/my-young-auntie/
https://letterboxd.com/film/the-lady-is-the-boss/
https://letterboxd.com/director/lau-kar-leung-2/
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2023-12-0534 min
Film to FilmMad Monkey Kung Fu (1979), Bonus! Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 11Bonus episode review covering Lau's Mad Monkey Kung Fu. This one moves away from Gordon Liu and features the super athletic Hsiao Ho.
Stars: Hsiao Ho, Lau Kar Leung, Kara Hui, Lo Lieh
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2023-11-2122 min
Film to FilmAmsterdamned (1988) by Dick MaasThis episode we review the semi-classic Dutch slasher/giallo, Amsterdamned!
Film stars: Huub Stapel, Monique van de Ven
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2023-11-171h 11
Film to FilmLau Kar Leung Project Pt. 10, ConclusionWe finally wrap our Lau Kar Leung project, with a summary of where he sits in the historical canon and how he helped to change the martial arts genre forever. I then put his work into rough tiers, include a few non Lau recommended directed efforts to watch.
2023-11-1626 min
Film to Film8 Diagram Pole Fighter (1984), Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 9Easily the heaviest film we've covered in the Lau Kar Leung project and very much an atypical Lau Kar Leung film and can be seen as an elegy towards the Shaw Brothers studio, which would shut down the following year. This film is based off of Chinese folklore in the Song dynasty and features great performances and perhaps my favorite fight in the entire Lau Kar Leung filmography.
Stars: Gordon Liu, Alexander Fu Sheng, Kara Hui, Lily Li, Philip Ko
https://letterboxd.com/film/the-8-diagram-pole-fighter/
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2023-11-1434 min
Film to FilmMartial Club (1981), Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 8One of Lau Kar Leung's favorite films and easily one of hist underrated, Martial Club is a great martial arts film that and has one of the greatest fights of all time between Wang Lung Wai and Gordon Liu.
Stars: Gordon Liu, Wang Lung Wai, Kara Hui, Hsiao Ho
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2023-11-0936 min
Film to FilmDirty He (1979), Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 7This episode we review one of the most impressively choreographed films of all time, Dirty He. Dirty He has a much different performance from Gordon Liu and shows the director's range and ability to create incredibly elegant, wonderful fights with very simple devices and tricks.
Stars: Gordon Liu, Wong Yue, Lo Lieh, Wang Lung Wei, Hsiao Ho, Kara Hui
https://letterboxd.com/film/dirty-ho/
https://letterboxd.com/director/lau-kar-leung-2/
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2023-11-0733 min
Film to FilmLau Kar Leung Project Pt. 6, Martial Arts ChoreographyWith around 170 Martial Arts choreography credits, Lau Kar Leung is arguably the most influential and greatest martial arts choreographer of all time. Due to his martial arts background, the amount of details and intricacies he brought a unique and varied choreography to nearly every film he directed. In this episode I discuss his choreography in his directorial body of work and some of my favorite fights.
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2023-11-0231 min
Film to FilmThe 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978), Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 5After the hit that was Executioners from Shaolin, Lau Kar Leung followed it up with an even greater success, and perhaps his most iconic film, The 36th Chamber of Shaolin. Featuring likely the greatest training and second act in martial arts film history, this is a must watch for everyone.
Film stars: Gordon Liu and Lo Lieh.
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2023-10-3134 min
Film to FilmThe Exorcist III (1990) by William Peter Blatty Starring George C. ScottThis episode we review the fantastic Exorcist sequel, Exorcist III. It is both a successful sequel and an early version of the 1990s prestige horror thriller.
Film stars: George C. Scott, Brad Dourif, Jason Miller
https://letterboxd.com/film/the-exorcist-iii/
2023-10-271h 30
Film to FilmLau Kar Leung Project Pt. 4, Master/Disciple, Ethics, Martial Art Philosophy.In this episode we cover the key themes Lau Kar Leung would return to throughout his career. Due to his background as a martial artist, he was much more interested in the passing of Martial Arts knowledge down and different cultural aspects than his contemporaries inside the Shaw Brothers. While many of these aspects became genre tropes, his work still stands out for more than just the choreography.
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2023-10-2625 min
Film to FilmExecutioners from Shaolin (1977), Lau Kar Leung Project Pt. 3This episode I review the first film in our series, Executioners from Shaolin. Released in 1977, starring Chen Kuan Tai this is Lau's 3rd film and features a Chinese folk hero, Hong Xiguan that is in Lau's Martial Arts lineage. It also serves an important bridge between Lau's choreography work in Chang Cheh's Shaolin cycle and his own directorial output. Featuring an all time great villain performance from Lo Lieh.
Stars: Chen Kuan Tai, Lo Lieh, Wong Yue, Lily Li
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2023-10-2430 min
Film to FilmLau Kar Leung Project Pt. 2, Key Collaborators: Shaw Brothers, Key Directors & ActorsIn the second episode of the Lau Kar Leung Project, I discuss Shaw Brothers and many of the other key collaborators to Lau's career. This includes Chang Cheh, Gordon Liu, Kara Hui, Hsiao Ho, Lo Lieh and others.
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2023-10-1934 min
Film to FilmIntroducing the Lau Kar Leung Project, Pt 1This week we start a series on, the directorial work of Lau Kar Leung, or in Mandarin Liu Chia-liang. We cover background information on Lau's biography, his appeal, and his career during the Shaw brother's era and afterwards.
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2023-10-1724 min
Film to FilmMasked Avengers (1981) by Chang Cheh Starring The Venoms MobThis episode Jemes reviews one of the tier 2 Venoms Mob Movies, Masked Avengers!
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082153/
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2023-08-2220 minFilm to FilmCrippled Avengers (1978) by Chang Cheh Starring The Venoms MobThis episode we review one of the most well known and regarded Venoms movies, Crippled Avengers!
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0077292/
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2023-08-081h 06Film to FilmMandrill (2009) by Ernesto Diaz Espinoza Starring Marko ZarorThis episode we watch the next film from Diaz Espinoza with Marko Zaror, Mandrill.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1434618/
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2023-07-261h 12Film to FilmThe Black Tavern (1972) by Teddy Yip, Underseen Shaw Brothers Martial Arts FilmThis episode we discuss one of my personal favorite underrated Shaw Brother's films from the early 1970s, The Black Tavern. Violent, ridiculous, great choreography, and a ton of fun.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1043429/
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2023-07-111h 09Film to FilmMirageman (2007) by Ernesto Diaz Espinoza Starring Marko ZarorThis episode we continue the journey through the Latin Dragon's lead roles with Mirageman!
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1046183/
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2023-06-211h 13Film to FilmThe Boxer's Omen (1983) by Kuei Chih Hung, Starring Phillip KoThis episode we review the outrageous classic Shaw Brother's horror film, The Boxer's Omen.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085951/
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2023-05-161h 17Film to FilmKiltro (2006) & The Fist of the Condor (2023) by Ernesto Diaz Espinoza Starring Marko ZarorThis episode we review a pair of Chilean martial arts films from the Ernesto Diaz Espinoza/Marko Zaror combination. Kiltro is their debut and The Fist of the Condor is their recent release.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0460484/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13354802/
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2023-05-021h 04Film to FilmRighting Wrongs (1986) by Corey Yuen, Starring Yuen BiaoThis episode we review the golden age Hong Kong classic, Righting Wrongs!
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094374/
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2023-04-121h 31Film to FilmCome Drink With Me (1966) by King Hu and Golden Swallow (1968) by Chang ChehThis episode we discuss the unusual combination of Come Drink With Me by King Hu and Golden Swallow by Chang Cheh, films made by two different masters of the early Wuxia.
Sorry we had a few technical difficulties with the audio that we could only partly iron out.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059079/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063105/
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2023-03-221h 28Film to FilmLittle Monsters (2019) by Abe ForsytheThis episode we discuss 2019 Zombie Romantic Comedy starring Lupita Nyongo.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7390588/
2023-02-2358 minFilm to FilmOne Armed Swordsman (1967) by Chang ChehThis episode we discuss the 1967 quintessential Martial Arts film by Chang Cheh starring Jimmy Wang Yu.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061597/
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2023-02-0954 minFilm to FilmArgentina 1985 (2022) by Santiago MitreAn Oscar nominated foreign film from Argentina about the prosecution of the Argentina military.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15301048/
2023-01-311h 14Film to FilmZombie Flesh Eaters (1979) by Lucio FulciOne of Fulci's most famous and iconic films, Zombi 2 / Zombie Flesh Eaters!
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080057/
2023-01-101h 01Film to FilmA Christmas Horror Story (2015) by Steve Hoban, Brett Sullivan, and Grant HarveyWe record together (!) and review a Canadian Christmas horror film from 2015.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3688406/
2022-12-271h 01Film to FilmDragon Inn (1967) by King HuThis episode we review King Hu's groundbreaking 1967 classic, Dragon Inn.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060635/
2022-12-201h 00Film to FilmDrag Me To Hell (2009) by Sam Raimi & Halloween Ends (2022)This episode we review Sam Raimi's 2009 return to horror Drag Me To Hell! https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1127180/ zafilm2film@gmail.com https://twitter.com/zafilm2film
2022-11-091h 30Film to FilmThe Seventh Curse (1986) by Lam Ngai KaiThis episode we review the bonkers 1980s horror film, The Seventh Curse.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092273/
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2022-10-261h 02Film to FilmPrey (2022) by Dan TrachtenbergThis episode we review the latest entry into the Predator franchise, Dan Trachtenberg's Prey.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11866324/
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2022-10-111h 16Film to FilmTop 7 Gialli Draft / Giallo Wrap-Up + Sleepless (2001) by Dario ArgentoThis episode we conclude the year in a half Gialli series by drafting our seven favorite gialli.
We then review Dario Argento's Sleepless (2001).
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0220827/
2022-10-041h 23Film to FilmPredator (1987) by John McTiernanThis episode we discuss 1980s action/horror classic, Predator.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093773/
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2022-09-091h 18Film to FilmTop 5 Argento Films + Trauma (1993) & Stendhal Syndrome (1996) by Dario ArgentoThis episode we review Dario Argento's two 1990s Gialli, Trauma and Stendhal Syndrome.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104053/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117658/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0
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2022-08-161h 07Film to FilmCure (1997) by Kiyoshi KurosawaThis episode we review the 1997 Serial Killer classic, Cure by Kiyoshi Kurosawa.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0123948/
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2022-07-261h 47Film to FilmThe Big Racket / Il grande racket (1976) by Enzo G CastellariThis episode we review the 1976 Poliziotteschi / Eurocrime cult classic, The Big Racket by Enzo G Castellari.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074586/
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2022-07-121h 05
Film to FilmThe Day of the Beast / El día de la bestia (1995) by Álex de la IglesiaThis episode we review the 1995 Spanish horror / comedy The Day of the Beast by Álex de la Iglesia.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112922/
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2022-07-011h 10Film to FilmStagefright Aquarius (1987) by Michele SoaviThis episode we go back to Italy for Michele Soavi's directorial debut, the 1987 slasher/giallo Stagefright Aquarius.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092576/
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2022-06-1457 minFilm to FilmThe Exorcist (1973) by William FriedkinThis episode we cover one of the all time classics, The Exorcist (1973).
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070047/
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2022-05-311h 36Film to FilmRoyal Warriors (1986) by David Chung w/Michelle Yeoh & Hiroyuki SanadaThis episode we cover a great martial arts film from the golden era of HK cinema.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091229/
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2022-04-191h 10Film to FilmVioleta Went to Heaven (2011) by Andrés WoodThis episode we head back to Chile for Andrés Wood's biopic Violeta Went to Heaven.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2014392/
2022-04-051h 04Film to FilmOpera (1987) by Dario ArgentoThis episode we conclude our run on 1980s Argento with his expansive Opera.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093677/
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2022-03-221h 14Film to FilmWolf House (2018), La Bestia (2021) and Bear Story (2014) Chilean Animated ShortsThis episode we discuss three Chilean animated shorts from the last decade. All three cover the Pinochet era in Chile.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3829254/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14825950/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8173728/
2022-03-0853 minFilm to FilmThe House with the Laughing Windows (1976) by Pupi Avati & The Psychic (1977) by Lucio FulciWe go back to Italy in the 1970s for two more Giallo classics, The House with the Laughing Windows (1976) by Pupi Avati and The Psychic (1977) by Lucio Fulci.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074287/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075614/
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2022-02-221h 14Film to FilmSpencer (2021) by Pablo LarraínThe Chilean director series continues with Spencer!
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12536294/
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2022-02-081h 06Film to FilmDressed to Kill (1980) by Brian De PalmaThis episode we go for what many consider the ultimate American Giallo, Brian De Palma's sumptuous Dressed to Kill.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080661/
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2022-01-251h 19Film to FilmThe Club (2015) by Pablo LarraínThis episode we head back to South America for the 2015 drama, The Club.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4375438/
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2022-01-041h 15Film to FilmThe New York Ripper (1982) by Lucio FulciThis episode we discuss Lucio Fulci's controversial cult classic and one of his most hotly divided films, the Giallo / Slasher, The New York Ripper.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084719/
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2021-12-211h 20Film to FilmRare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) by Jalmari HelanderThis episode we watch Finnish folktale horror, Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1401143/
2021-12-071h 08Film to FilmPhenomena (1985) by Dario ArgentoThis episode we discuss Dario Argento’s 1985 supernatural horror, thriller, Phenomena.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087909/
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2021-11-231h 05Film to FilmTerrified (2017) by Demián RugnaThis episode we go back to South America for the creepy horror flick Terrified. Apologies for the odd rhythm of the episode, we were having some connectivity issues.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7549892/
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2021-11-091h 15Film to FilmHalloween (1978) by John Carpenter / Debra Hill & Halloween Kills (2021) by David Gordon GreenThis episode we discuss the classic 1978 Halloween, specifically comparing it to some of the giallo we've been watching. We then finish the episode doing a short review of Halloween Kills (2021), (57:00).
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0077651/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10665338/
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2021-10-261h 27Film to FilmThirst (2009) by Park Chan-Wook, Starring Song Kang-ho and Kim Ok-BinThis episode we discuss the one of a kind Thirst by Park Chan-Wook in 2009.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0762073/
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2021-10-122h 00Film to FilmElection / Hak Se Wooi (2005) by Johnnie To, Starring Simon Yam and Tony Leung Ka-FaiThis episode we discuss Johnnie To's 2005 HK, Triad classic Election.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0434008/
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2021-09-211h 14Film to FilmCandyman (2021) by Nia DaCostaThis episode we go back to the theaters to watch Nia DaCosta's Candyman.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9347730/
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2021-09-071h 23Film to FilmMemories of Murder (2003) by Bong Joon-hoThis episode we review Bong Joon-ho's classic from 2003, Memories of Murder, starring the great Song Kang-ho.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0353969/
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2021-08-241h 33Film to FilmCandyman (1992) by Bernard RoseThis episode we review the 1990s horror classic from Bernard Rose based off of a story by Clive Barker starring Virginia Madsen and Tony Todd. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103919/
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2021-08-101h 23Film to FilmTenebre / Unsane (1982) by Dario ArgentoThis episode we discuss Dario Argento’s 1982 giallo, Tenebrae.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084777/
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2021-07-271h 20Film to FilmLa Casa (2021) by Jorge OlguinThis episode we bring a new release, Chilean horror film, La Casa to the show.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9403860/
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2021-07-1345 minFilm to FilmWhat Have You Done to Solange (1972) / What Have They Done to Your Daughters (1974) by Massimo DallamanoThis episode we discuss two related 1970s Italian genre films, a giallo, What Have You Done to Solange / Cosa avete fatto a Solange? (1972) and a giallo + poliziotteschi mashup What Have They Done to Your Daughters / La polizia chiede aiuto (1974).
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068416/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072007/
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2021-06-291h 21Film to FilmTigers Are Not Afraid / Vuelven (2017) by Issa LópezThis episode, James and Inaki discuss the 2017 genre film Tigers are Not Afraid.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4823434/
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2021-06-1555 minFilm to FilmTorso / I corpi presentano tracce di violenza carnale (1973) by Sergio MartinoThis episode Inaki and James discuss Sergio Martino's golden era Giallo, Torso.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0069920/
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2021-06-011h 09Film to FilmThe Devil's Backbone / El Espinazo del Diablo (2001) by Guillermo del ToroThis episode we discuss Guillermo Del Toro's 2001 fantasy horror film, The Devil's Backbone.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0256009/
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2021-05-181h 15Film to FilmDeep Red / Profondo Rosso (1975) Giallo by Dario ArgentoThis episode we talk about the 1975 Giallo classic, Deep Red.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073582/
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2021-05-041h 32Film to FilmPromising Young Woman (2020) by Emerald FennellThis episode we discuss an Oscar contender, Emerald Fennell's Promising Young Woman.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9620292/
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2021-04-201h 10Film to FilmDon't Torture a Duckling (1972) by Lucio FulciThis episode we discuss Lucio Fulci's giallo that in many ways makes a wonderful alternative to the very popular Argento films.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0069019/
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2021-04-061h 14Film to FilmLa Llorona (2019) by Jayro BustamanteThis episode we discuss Guatemala's submission to the 2021 Oscars for Foreign Film.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10767168/
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2021-03-231h 06Film to FilmCat O'Nine Tails / Four Flies on Grey Velvet (1971) by Dario ArgentoThis week we cover Dario Argento's 2nd and 3rd films, both Gialli, and complete the Animal trilogy.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0065761/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0066735/
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2021-03-021h 42Film to FilmTesis / Thesis (1996) by Alejandro AmenábarThis week we cover Amenábar's standout debut serial killer feature, Tesis.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117883/
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2021-02-161h 20Film to FilmThe Strange Vice of Mrs. Wardh (1971) + All the Colors of the Dark (1972) Gialli by Sergio MartinoThis episode we watch two golden era Gialli by one of the big four Giallo directors, Sergio Martino and starring Edwige Fenech + George Hilton. These are also written by Ernesto Gastaldi and produced by Luciano Martino.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt00066412/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0069390/
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2021-02-021h 46Film to FilmThe Secret in Their Eyes / El secreto de sus ojos (2009) by Juan José CampanellaThis episode, we watch an Argentine classic film that we both originally saw over a decade ago, the Oscar Winning The Secret in Their Eyes (2009). Directed by Juan José Campanella, starring Ricardo Darín and Soledad Villamil.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1305806/
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2021-01-121h 12Film to FilmThe Bird with the Crystal Plumage / L'uccello dalle piume di cristallo (1970) by Dario ArgentoIn this Film 2 Film episode we bring on our good friend Meet Shah to join in discussing Dario Argento's debut film the classic giallo, The Bird With the Crystal Plumage. Starring Tony Musante, Suzy Kendall and Enrico Maria Salerno. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0065143/
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2020-12-291h 27Film to FilmThe Mole Agent / El Agente Topo (2019) by Maite AlberdiThis episode we talk about a current release and Chile's submission to the 2020 Oscars, The Mole Agent. This is an Interesting documentary that follows around an older man hired to investigate a long term care facility. The film is less an investigation and more an exploration of emotions and loneliness amongst its residents. We had a split decision and discussed somethings we like and dislike about this format of documentary.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11394298/
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2020-12-151h 09Film to FilmThe Girl Who Knew Too Much (1963) / Blood and Black Lace (1964) by Mario Bava, Gialli FilmsThis episode we watch two of the early landmark Gialli films, both by Mario Bava. The first one is the black and white classic often cited as the first Giallo of note, The Girl Who Knew Too Much. This is an older style film that has more of the toned down gothic note of Bava's earlier work. The following film takes place just a year later and is perhaps the most important 1960s Giallo film, Blood and Black Lace. This is a gorgeous film, way ahead of its time with popping colors and inspired set pieces.
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2020-12-011h 26Film to FilmNoroi (2005) by Koji Shiraishi + [REC] (2007) by Jaume Balagueró, Paco Plaza, Found Footage FilmsThis episode we do two found footage horror films that we saw together around a decade ago. First up is Noroi that explores the occult in Japan. It's a looser film firmly set in the early to mid 2000s. The second is a short, tight Zombie Spanish masterwork, [REC] (53:00.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0930083/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1038988/
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2020-11-151h 32Film to FilmInferno (1980) by Dario ArgentoIn this episode Inaki and I discuss Argento's sequel to Suspiria, Inferno. This is an absolutely stunningly beautiful film with some highly memorable set pieces. We walk through our favorite moments of the film, discuss the disjointed structure of it, the controversial Keith Emerson soundtrack, and whether this film would be better with more famous leads (James Woods was originally cast).
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080923/
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2020-11-031h 28Film to FilmSuspiria (1977) by Dario Argento & Suspiria (2018) by Luca GuadagninoIn this episode we discuss Argento's mad classic from 1977 as well as the 2018 remake by Luca Guadagnino. The original from 1977 is a true Italian horror classic and holds up amazingly well. The 2018 had a very polarizing reaction and while both Inaki and I enjoy that film we differ a bit more on how we evaluate it.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0076786/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1034415/
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2020-10-202h 05Film to FilmEurocrime! Doc (2012) + Violent Naples (1976) Poliziotteschi by Umberto Lenzi and Maurizio MerliThis episode, Inaki and I wrap up our Poliziotteschi/Eurocrime series with one of the very few (only?) English language documentaries on the genre, Mike Malloy's Eurocrime documentary. While Inaki and I have differing feelings on the doc, I think it's 100% worth checking out for fans of the genre. We then rank the six films we've done in series and then finish the episode by discussing Umberto Lenzi's poliziotteschi Violent Naples / Violenta Napoli starring the iconic Maurizio Merli. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2015367/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074952/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/zafilm2film Email: zafilm2film@g...
2020-10-061h 23Film to FilmPacto de Fuga / Jailbreak Pact (2020) by David AlbalaThis episode we discuss a 2020 Chilean prison break movie inspired by real events during a very turbulent time in Chile's history.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5538670/
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2020-09-221h 19Film to FilmAlmost Human (1974) a Poliziotteschi by Umberto Lenzi with James Schergen and Inaki LineroAnother poliziotteschi. This one explores more exploitation elements and has a great performance by Tomas Milian. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0071840/
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2020-09-081h 05Film to FilmWild Tales / Relatos Salvajes (2014) by Damián Szifron with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, Inaki and James watch one of the most popular and highly enjoyable films to come out of South America in the past decade, Wild Tales. This is an anthology film and we pop around and discuss our favorites of these. Apologies for the technical difficulties. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3011894/
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2020-08-251h 20Film to FilmRevolver (1973) a Poliziotteschi by Sergio Sollima with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, James and Inaki head back to Europe for an Italian crime film directed by genre ace, Sergio Sollima. Sollima is well liked amongst the spaghetti western enthusiasts and this is a sprawling adventure that takes place predominantly in Milan and Paris but also goes into the mountains. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073626/
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2020-08-1055 minFilm to FilmTo Kill A Man (2014) by Alejandro Fernández Almendras with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, James and Inaki go back to Chile to watch vigilante justice carried out in the southern hemisphere. This is almost the polar opposite to Street Law, stylistically it is low-key, understated, and quite simple compared to the overall manic, stylized atmosphere of the poliziotteschi.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3460152/
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2020-07-2758 minFilm to FilmStreet Law (1974) by Enzo G Castellari with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, James and Inaki watch another Italian crime film pick from James, Street Law. It represents a different, more stylish type of poliziotteschi film and less noir-influenced than the Fernando Di Leo films. The premise is also different from both Italian Connection and Caliber 9 and is about vigilantes, drawing obvious comparisons to Death Wish that came out just two months prior to Street Law's release.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0071330/
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2020-07-131h 09Film to FilmMidsommar (2019) by Ari Aster with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, James and Inaki watch Midsommmar, last year's summer horror classic from Ari Aster. Ambitious, atmosphereic, with a strong attention to detail, this is one that we both really enjoyed.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8772262/
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2020-06-291h 31Film to FilmItalian Connection (1972) a Poliziotteschi by Fernando Di Leo with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, James and Inaki watch another poliziotteschi film by Italian film director Fernando Di Leo. This is the middle film of the Di Leo's milieu trilogy and is a little less seen than Caliber 9, but in James' opinion deserves to be seen. Some great action and a great performance by Mario Adorf.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068902/
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2020-06-151h 02Film to FilmGloria (2013) & Gloria Bell (2018) by Sebastián Lelio with James Schergen and Inaki Linero This episode, we cover the Chilean film Gloria (2013) and its 2018 US remake starring Julianne Moore, Gloria Bell. We compare and contrast the two and walk through a few of the different characters in the movies.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2425486/
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2020-05-311h 23Film to FilmCaliber 9 (1972) a Poliziotteschi by Fernando Di Leo with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThis episode, James and Inaki watch a poliziotteschi film by Italian film director Fernando Di Leo. This is the first of the Di Leo's milieu trilogy and is an awesome film noir/crime flick. Considered one of the classics of the Italian crime movie genre.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0067429/
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2020-05-171h 00Film to FilmMother (2009) by Bong Joon-ho with James Schergen and Inaki LineroThe inaugural Film to Film episode, James and Inaki discuss Bong Joon-Ho's underrated Mother starring Kim Hye-Ja and Won Bin. Lots of spoilers.
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