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The Cine-Files430 ANT-MAN (2015) Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha travel back to Phase 2 of the MCU to begin their exploration of 2015's ANT-MAN from director Peyton Reed and starring Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly, Corey Stoll, Michael Peña, David Dastmalchian, T.I., Bobby Cannavale, Abby Ryder Fortson, Anthony Mackie and Michelle Pfeiffer. A con artist named Scott Lang (Rudd) gets a shot at redemption when his mentor Hank Pym (Douglas) asks him to protect a super-powered suit. Donning the stunning technology, which shrinks him down to minuscule size, he fights off villains seeking to steal t...2025-05-091h 52
The Cine-Files429 FARGO (1996) Part 3On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha end The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 3 of their deep dive and exploration of FARGO. This modern black comedy crime classic that elevated the Coen brothers to A list level filmmakers. The film features Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, a pregnant Minnesota police chief investigating a triple homicide that takes place after a desperate car salesman played by William H. Macy hires two dim-witted criminals in Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormar) to kidnap his wife in order to extort a hefty ransom from her wealthy father...2025-05-021h 22
The Cine-FilesNO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN Rerelease (with new intro) | The Season of The Coen BrothersOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers by rerelasing their episode on NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN with a brand new intro from the Steve and John. This film is a 2007 American neo-Western crime thriller film from The Coen Brothers based on Cormac McCarthy's 2005 novel. The film follows three main characters: Llewelyn Moss (Josh Brolin), a Vietnam War veteran and welder who stumbles upon a large sum of money in the desert; Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem), a hitman who is sent to recover the money; and Ed Tom Bell (Tommy...2025-04-281h 23
The Cine-FilesTHE BIG LEBOWSKI Rerelease (with new intro) | The Season of The Coen BrothersOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers by re-relasing their episode on THE BIG LEBOWSKI with a brand new intro from Steve and John. This film follows the life of Jeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski, a Los Angeles slacker and avid bowler. He is assaulted as a result of mistaken identity then learns that a millionaire, also named Jeffrey Lebowski, was the intended victim. The millionaire Lebowski's trophy wife is supposedly kidnapped and millionaire Lebowski commissions The Dude to deliver the ransom to secure her release. The plan goes...2025-04-272h 04
The Cine-Files428 FARGO (1996) Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 2 of their deep dive and exploration of FARGO. This modern black comedy crime classic that elevated the Coen brothers to A list level filmmakers. The film features Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, a pregnant Minnesota police chief investigating a triple homicide that takes place after a desperate car salesman played by William H. Macy hires two dim-witted criminals in Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormar) to kidnap his wife in order to extort a hefty ransom from her wealthy father...2025-04-251h 37
The Cine-Files427 FARGO (1996) Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 1 of their deep dive and exploration of FARGO. This modern black comedy crime classic that elevated the Coen brothers to A list level filmmakers. The film features Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, a pregnant Minnesota police chief investigating a triple homicide that takes place after a desperate car salesman played by William H. Macy hires two dim-witted criminals in Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormar) to kidnap his wife in order to extort a hefty ransom from her wealthy father W...2025-04-182h 06
The Cine-Files426 VAL KILMER Tribute - The Cine-Files LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris offer up their retrospective and tribute to VAL KILMER. One of our most fascinating, compelling, charming, rebellious, frustrating, multi faceted and ultimately endearing actors who was such a part of the formidable years for so many of us passed away recently from pneumonia. At only 65, he left behind an incredible legacy of work in films from Top Gun to Willow to Tombstone to The Doors to Batman Forever to Heat to The Prince of Egypt to Top Gun: Maverick. Steve and John go live to discuss t...2025-04-151h 23
The Cine-FilesHEAT Part 2 Rerelease (with new intro to honor VAL KILMER)On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their Part 2 of their episode on HEAT to honor the passing of Val Kilmer. Steve and John record a new intro discussion Kilmer's work in this Michael Mann modern classic and explore what he brought to his role of Chris and how he was able to stand out in a film starring Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and exploring the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film...2025-04-121h 43
The Cine-FilesHEAT Part 1 Rerelease (with new intro to honor VAL KILMER)On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their Part 1 of their episode on HEAT to honor the passing of Val Kilmer. Steve and John record a new intro discussion Kilmer's work in this Michael Mann modern classic and explore what he brought to his role of Chris and how he was able to stand out in a film starring Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and exploring the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film...2025-04-111h 43
The Cine-FilesWHEN WE WERE KINGS Rerelease (with new intro to honor GEORGE FOREMAN)On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their episode on WHEN WE WERE KINGS to honor the passing of the two time heavyweight champion of the world and of the greatest humans in GEORGE FOREMAN. Steve and John deliver a new intro for this episode discussing George Foreman's impact on their lives respectively and why his presence in this movie is so essential to appreciating Foreman's comeback later in life and his transformation into this beloved presence. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going thru this movie and exploring...2025-04-091h 14
The Cine-FilesTOP GUN Rerelease (with new intro to honor VAL KILMER)On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their episode on TOP GUN to honor the passing of Val Kilmer. Steve and John record a new intro discussion Kilmer's work in the movie and why he is an essential part of why this movie still works today and why his return in TOP GUN: MAVERICK was a perfect return for his Iceman character. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and exploring the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on...2025-04-072h 06
The Cine-Files425 MILLER'S CROSSING Part 3On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 3 and the conclusion of their deep dive and exploration of MILLER'S CROSSING. This Irish gangster classic from 1990 is considered by many, including the Coens, to be one of their greatest films. Set in the 1920s this film features a stacked cast including Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marca Gay Harden, John Torturro, Steve Buscemi, J.E. Freeman and Jon Polito. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action...2025-04-041h 35
The Cine-Files424 MILLER'S CROSSING Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 2 of their deep dive and exploration of MILLER'S CROSSING. This Irish gangster classic from 1990 is considered by many, including the Coens, to be one of their greatest films. Set in the 1920s this film features a stacked cast including Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marca Gay Harden, John Torturro, Steve Buscemi, J.E. Freeman and Jon Polito. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.2025-03-282h 17
The Cine-Files423 MILLER'S CROSSING Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 1 of their deep dive into their Irish gangster mob classic, MILLER'S CROSSING. This 1990 film is considered by many, including the Coens, as one of their greatest films with a stacked cast including Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marca Gay Harden, John Torturro, Steve Buscemi, J.E. Freeman and Jon Polito. The guys go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.If you haven't...2025-03-212h 20
The Cine-Files422 The Coen Brothers Films and Cinematic LegacyThis week on The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their annual "Season of..." series with the first episode of their deep dive into The Season of The Coen Brothers. On this episode, Steve and John discuss the films and the history of Joel and Ethan Coen and explore their influence they have on film, their unique working relationship, what it is about their filmmaking that makes them auteurs and what their filmmaking is like nowadays. Steve and John also discuss their favorite Coen Brothers films from Blood Simple to Raising Arizona to Miller's Crossing to Fargo to...2025-03-141h 49
The Cine-Files421 GENE HACKMAN TRIBUTE and REMEMBRANCE - The Cine-Files LIVEOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris offer up their retrospective and tribute to GENE HACKMAN. The two time Oscar winner recently passed and left a legacy of incredible characters and films for Steve and John to explore. They'll discuss their favorite Hackman moments, discuss his legacy as an actor and his impact on cinema. \Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesTo purchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://ww...2025-03-101h 37
The Cine-FilesTHE BIRDCAGE Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their episode on THE BIRDCAGE with special guest The Geek Buddies's Michael Vogel in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for their discussion of this 1996 American comedy film produced and directed by Mike Nichols from an Elaine May screenplay adaptation of the 1978 French film La Cage aux Folles. It stars Robin Williams and Nathan Lane with Dan Futterman, Calista Flockhart, Hank Azaria, Christine Baranski, Dianne Wiest and the great Gene Hackman. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy...2025-03-081h 48
The Cine-FilesMISSISSIPPI BURNING Part 2 Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their episode on MISSISSIPPI BURNING Part 2 in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for this 1988 American crime thriller film directed by Alan Parker and written by Chris Gerolmo that is loosely based on the 1964 investigation into the deaths of Chaney, Goodman, and Schwerner in Mississippi. The film also stars Willem Dafoe, Frances McDorman, Brad Dourif, Michael Rooker, Kevin Dunn and r. Lee Ermey. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru...2025-03-081h 44
The Cine-FilesMISSISSIPPI BURNING Part 1 Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their episode on MISSISSIPPI BURNING Part 1 in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for this 1988 American crime thriller film directed by Alan Parker and written by Chris Gerolmo that is loosely based on the 1964 investigation into the deaths of Chaney, Goodman, and Schwerner in Mississippi. The film also stars Willem Dafoe, Frances McDorman, Brad Dourif, Michael Rooker, Kevin Dunn and r. Lee Ermey. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru...2025-03-071h 59
The Cine-FilesUNFORGIVEN Part 2 Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha REPOST their episode on UNFORGIVEN Part 1 in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for this classic Western remembering Hackman's performance as Little Bill Daggett. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and exploring the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn...2025-03-061h 22
The Cine-FilesUNFORGIVEN Part 1 Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha REPOST their episode on UNFORGIVEN Part 1 in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for this classic Western remembering Hackman's performance as Little Bill Daggett. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and exploring the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn...2025-03-061h 31
The Cine-FilesHOOSIERS Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha REPOST their episode on HOOSIERS in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for this 1980s classic sports film exploring Hackman's performance as Coach Norman Dale. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https...2025-03-052h 27
The Cine-FilesTHE FRENCH CONNECTION Rerelease (with new intro) - Gene Hackman Tribute SeriesOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha REPOST their episode on THE FRENCH CONNECTION in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for this film exploring Hackman's performance as Popeye Doyle as a tribute to his work. Sit back after the introduction and enjoy Steve and John going scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it...2025-03-051h 16
The Cine-Files420 1st Annual Cine-Files Awards Show LiveOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris bring you the 1st ANNUAL CINE-FILES AWARDS SHOW! Steve and John are joined by some special guests to reveal what the Cine-Files fans have selected as the winners for their version of the Oscars. Using the nominees from a selected number of Oscars categories, the guys reveal who the fans have chosen as their winners!#Oscars #Films #MOVIES #TheCineFiles Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesTo purchase any film we feature at h...2025-03-021h 57
The Cine-Files419 MAD MAX: FURY ROAD Part 3On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up their exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD and welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald for this final discussion on the film. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene t...2025-03-012h 08
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - THE SUBSTANCEIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of THE SUBSTANCE. Written and directed by Coralie Fargeat, it follows a fading celebrity, Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), who, after being fired by her producer (Dennis Quaid) due to her age, uses a black market drug that creates a younger version of herself (Margaret Qualley) with unexpected side effects. It's nominated for five awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress. Fargeat became the ninth woman nominated for...2025-02-2835 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - DUNE PART TWOIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of DUNE PART TWO. The sequel to Dune (2021) from director Denis Vilenueve is the second of a two-part adaptation of the 1965 novel Dune by Frank Herbert. It follows Paul Atreides as he unites with the Fremen people of the desert planet Arrakis to wage war against House Harkonnen. The film stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Charlotte Rampling, Javier Bardem, Austin Bu...2025-02-2627 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - NICKEL BOYSIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of NICKEL BOYS. The film from first time director RaMell Ross and based on the 2019 novel The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. The film stars Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, Hamish Linklater, Fred Hechinger, Daveed Diggs, Jimmie Fails, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, the story follows two African-American boys, Elwood (Herisse) and Turner (Wilson), who are sent to an abusive reform school in 1960s Florida. The film is inspired by the Dozier...2025-02-2434 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - I'M STILL HEREIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of I'M STILL HERE. The film from Brazilian director Walter Salles (Central Station) based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva's 2015 memoir of the same name. It stars Fernanda Torres and Fernanda Montenegro as Eunice Paiva, a mother and activist coping with the forced disappearance of her husband, the dissident politician Rubens Paiva (Selton Mello), during the military dictatorship in Brazil. Don't forget to vote in our First Annual Oscars show by...2025-02-2430 min
The Cine-Files418 MAD MAX: FURY ROAD Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD and welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald for this discussion. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene to break down the d...2025-02-212h 06
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - EMILIA PÉREZIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of EMILIA PÉREZ. This controversial film from director Jacques Audiard that has been nominated for 13 Oscars follows three remarkable women in Mexico, each pursuing their own happiness. Cartel leader Emilia enlists unappreciated lawyer Rita to help fake her death so that she can finally live authentically as her true self.. It stars Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, Edgar Ramirez and Karla Sofía Gascón. John and Steve disc...2025-02-2028 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - THE BRUTALISTIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of THE BRUTALIST. This Brady Corbet directed film co-written by Corbet and his Mona Fastvold stars Adrian Brody, Guy Pearce, Felicity Jones and Joe Alwyn. The film focuses on a visionary architect and his wife fleeing post-war Europe in 1947 to rebuild their legacy and witness the birth of modern United States, their lives are changed forever by a mysterious, wealthy client. John and Steve discuss the acting, directing, writing...2025-02-1935 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - ANORAIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of ANORA. This Sean Baker written and directed film was nominated for 6 Oscars and stars Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, Vache Tovmasyan, and Aleksei Serebryakov. John and Steve discuss the film overall and dive into the acting, direction, writing, production design, score and cinematography. They also discuss its Oscars chances, Don't forget to vote in our First Annual Oscars show by signing up for our Patreon...2025-02-1726 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - WICKEDIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of WICKED. The JON M. Chu directed film is based on the book Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West and the hit Stephen Schwarz and Winnie Holzmand Broadway musical. It stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum. Steve and John discuss the film overall including the acting, direction, writing, production design, score...2025-02-1631 min
The Cine-Files417 MAD MAX: FURY ROAD Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald to begin their breakneck exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene to break down the direction, acting, s...2025-02-142h 00
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Best Picture Series - A Complete UnknownIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their annual Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of A COMPLETE UNKNOWN. The James Mangold directed Best Picture nominee is based on the book Dylan Goes Electric! by Elijah Wald and stars Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Scoot McNairy as Woody Guthrie and Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash. Steve and John discuss the film overall including the acting, direction, writing, production design, soundtrack and cinematography and discuss its O...2025-02-1330 min
The Cine-Files2025 Oscars Series - ConclaveIt's Oscars season! The Cine-Files's John Rocha and Steve Morris begin their annual Oscars Series trip thru the Best Picture nominees with this episode on CONCLAVE. The Edward Berger directed Best Picture nominee starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini. Steve and John discuss the film overall, the acting, direction, set design, score and cinematography. Look for our chat on A COMPLETE UNKNOWN releasing later this week. And don't forget to vote in our First Annual Oscars show by signing up for our Patreon as a free or paying member. Everyone gets to vote and we...2025-02-1129 min
The Cine-Files416 David Lynch Tribute - THE CINE-FILES LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris bring you their Tribute to David Lynch. The incredibly influential director of movies like Blue Velvet, Mulholland Drive, The Elephant Man, Straight Story among others and the creator of the iconic Twin Peaks TV series passed away last month during the LA fires. John and Steve look back on this legendary artist's filmography and TV work to talk about their experiences with his works, why they have resonated with so many established artists and fans, hear from some of the viewers with their thoughts on David...2025-02-091h 35
The Cine-Files415 Sideways Part 3On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne and starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. This episode picks up right after Miles reveals the truth to Maya about Jack and Stephanie and we go thru Stephanie finding out, Jack cheating again, a naked, angry husband, a final lie to...2025-01-311h 53
The Cine-Files414 Sideways Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne and starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. This episode picks up right after Jack has told Miles about Victoria's marriage. We see Miles deal with his pain over that news, explore him getting closer to Maya as Jack and Stephanie indulge...2025-01-251h 59
The Cine-Files413 Sideways Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.If you haven't seen this incredible film...2025-01-172h 10
The Cine-Files412 What Movies Show Us in Times of Crisis - THE CINE-FILES LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris discuss how films help us in times of crisis and list some films that are great examples of it in light of the fires that are raging thru the LA area right now. Join us for this LIVE discussion and let us know!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis ep...2025-01-141h 38
The Cine-Files411 Best of THE CINE-FILES Shorts for 2024This week on The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up 2024 with a compilation of their favorite Patreon shorts from 2024. These are shorts that are usually only heard by our Patrons, but we wanted to make them available to everyone and possibly motivate some of you all to join our Patreon who might be on the fence. On this compilation, we discuss RDJ's return to the MCU as Doctor Doom, the new auteur filmmakers in our cinemas today, how algorithms are affecting our entertainment and the films we are watching, a behind the scenes peek behind the curtains...2024-12-272h 53
The Cine-Files410 Rankin & Bass's THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS (1974)The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up their special three day deep dive into the best of the Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials with 1974's THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS. Directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr., the special is based on Phyllis McGinley's book and stars Shirley Booth as Mrs. Claus, Mickey Rooney reprising his role as Santa Claus, Dick Shawn as Cold Miser, and George S. Irving as Heat Miser. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful Christmas special and explore why it still endures as a Christmas classic all these...2024-12-261h 32
The Cine-Files409 Rankin & Bass's SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN (1970)The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their special three day deep dive into their favorite Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials with 1970's SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN. Directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr. the special stars Fred Astaire S.D. Kluger/Narrator, Mickey Rooney as Kris Kringle/Santa Claus, Keenan Wynn as Winter Warlock, and Paul Frees as Burgermeister Meisterburger. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful special and explore why it endures and is a staple of Christmas for so many of us.If you haven't...2024-12-251h 20
The Cine-Files408 Rankin & Bass's Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha begin a special Christmas three day deep dive into their favorite Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials. On this episode, they revisit and explore 1964's RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER adapted by Romeo Muller and directed by Larry Roemer. The special stars Burl Ives as Sam the Snowman/Narrator, Billie Mae Richards as Rudolph, and Larry D. Mann as Yukon Cornelius. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful special and explore why it endures and is a staple of Christmas for so many of us.If you...2024-12-241h 18
The Cine-Files407 The Sound of Music Part 3On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish up their exploration of 1965 Best Picture winner THE SOUND OF MUSIC from Best Director winner Robert Wise featuring the incredible Julie Andrews and a devastatingly handsome Christopher Plummer. A classic nominated for 10 Academy Awards that features new music and songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein and one that still remains in the Top 100 lists of numerous AFI lists. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, costumes, musical sequences and more.If...2024-12-202h 13
The Cine-Files406 The Sound of Music Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their exploration of 1965 Best Picture winner THE SOUND OF MUSIC from Best Director winner Robert Wise featuring the incredible Julie Andrews and a devastatingly handsome Christopher Plummer. A classic nominated for 10 Academy Awards that features new music and songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein and one that still remains in the Top 100 lists of numerous AFI lists. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, costumes, musical sequences and more.If you...2024-12-131h 32
The Cine-Files405 The Sound of Music Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their exploration of 1965 Best Picture winner THE SOUND OF MUSIC directed by Best Director winner Robert Wise and starring the incredible Julie Andrews who was nominated for her performance and Christopher Plummer. A classic film that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, features new music and songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein and has endured the test of time as it still remains in the Top 100 lists of numerous AFI lists. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats...2024-12-062h 13
The Cine-Files404 What We Give Gratitude For in 2024 - The Cine-Files LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, Steve Morris and John Rocha discuss everything they are grateful for in 2024 in the worlds of Film, TV, Entertainment and more! They talk their favorite film, TV shows, moments, events, relationships and more of 2024. PLUS, they give some special Thanksgiving love to the fans and supporters of The Cine-Files!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Th...2024-12-021h 22
The Cine-Files403 GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish up their latest trip into the world of the MCU by bringing you Part 2 of their breakdown and discussion of 2014's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY. The film from director James Gunn starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Karen Gillan, Glenn Close, John C. Reilly, Michael Rooker, and Lee Pace. Considered by man Marvel fans as one of their favorite MCU movies, the film features Thanos, a battle for another Infinity Stone, the Kree, and the coming together of one of the b...2024-11-222h 10
The Cine-Files402 GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha walk back into the world of the MCU by bringing you Part 1 of their breakdown and discussion of 2014's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY. The film from director James Gunn starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Karen Gillan, Glenn Close, John C. Reilly, Michael Rooker, and Lee Pace. Considered by man Marvel fans as one of their favorite MCU movies, the film features Thanos, a battle for another Infinity Stone, the Kree, and the coming together of one of the best teams in t...2024-11-162h 31
The Cine-Files401 The Fly (1986) Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha celebrate Halloween by traveling back to 1986 to finish their breakdown on THE FLY with Part 2 of their discussion. Directed and co-written by David Cronenberg starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis and John Getz and with a score from Howard Shore, the film is loosely based on George Langelaan's 1957 short story and the 1958 film of the same name. The Fly tells the story of an eccentric scientist (Goldblum) who, after one of his experiments goes wrong, slowly turns into a fly-hybrid creature to the horror of his journalist girlfriend (Davis...2024-11-011h 50
The Cine-Files400 The Fly (1986) Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha get ready for Halloween by traveling back to 1986 to bring you Part 1 of their breakdown and discussion on THE FLY starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis and John Getz. Directed and co-written by David Cronenberg with a score from Howard Shore, the film is loosely based on George Langelaan's 1957 short story and the 1958 film of the same name. The Fly tells the story of an eccentric scientist (Goldblum) who, after one of his experiments goes wrong, slowly turns into a fly-hybrid creature to the horror of his journalist girlfriend...2024-10-251h 26
The Cine-Files399 The Natural (1984) Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha put on their New York Knights jerseys and travel back to 1984 to finish their discussion on THE NATURAL. A film we discussed early in the show's run and one that the fans have asked us to revisit and do a deeper dive on. Starring Robert Redford as the iconic baseball hero Roy Hobbs, Glenn Close, Kim Basinger, Barbara Hershey, Wilford Brimley, Richard Farnsworth, Robert Prosy, Darren McGavin, and Michael Madsen. Directed by Barry Levinson and based on the book by Bernard Malamud with a score from Randy Newman...2024-10-193h 06
The Cine-Files398 The Natural (1984) Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha put on their New York Knights jerseys and travel back to 1984 to explore THE NATURAL. A film we discussed early in the show's run and one that the fans have asked us to revisit and do a deeper dive on. Starring Robert Redford as the iconic baseball hero Roy Hobbs, Glenn Close, Kim Basinger, Barbara Hershey, Wilford Brimley, Richard Farnsworth, Robert Prosy, Darren McGavin, and Michael Madsen. Directed by Barry Levinson and based on the book by Bernard Malamud with a score from Randy Newman, the film was...2024-10-112h 02
The Cine-Files397 THE VERDICT (1982) Part 3On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha finish up their journey thru Paul Newman's films with their discussion of 1982's THE VERDICT. Directed by Sidney Lumet with a screenplay from David Mamet, the film co-stars James Mason, Jack Warden, and Charlotte Rampling. It is considered one of the greatest courtroom dramas ever made and was nominated for five Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Mason), and Best Adapted Screenplay. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, writing and the...2024-10-052h 45
The Cine-Files396 THE VERDICT (1982) Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their journey thru Paul Newman's films with Part 2 of their discussion on 1982's THE VERDICT. Directed by Sidney Lumet with a screenplay from David Mamet, the film co-stars James Mason, Jack Warden, and Charlotte Rampling. The film is considered one of the greatest courtroom dramas ever made and was nominated for five Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor in a Leading Role (Newman), Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Mason), and Best Adapted Screenplay. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this movie and...2024-09-272h 02
The Cine-Files395 THE VERDICT (1982) Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their journey thru Paul Newman's films with Part 1 of their discussion on 1982's THE VERDICT. Directed by Sidney Lumet with a screenplay from David Mamet, the film co-stars James Mason, Jack Warden, and Charlotte Rampling. The film is considered one of the greatest courtroom dramas ever made and was nominated for five Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor in a Leading Role (Newman), Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Mason), and Best Adapted Screenplay. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this movie and...2024-09-212h 22
The Cine-Files394 JAMES EARL JONES TRIBUTE - The Cine-Files LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris honor the passing of James Earl Jones earlier this week by discussing his life and his career, some of their favorites films and performances of his along with some personal memories of how his work on film and TV impacted their lives.Plus, we answer all your questions, thoughts and comments about the man who impacted our lives in Star Wars films, Tom Clancy films, The Lion King, Field of Dreams, Conan, The Great White Hope, Matewan and others....2024-09-161h 31
The Cine-FilesTHE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER Analysis and Breakdown- 2024 James Earl Jones TributeOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha REPOST their episode on THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER in honor of the passing of James Earl Jones. Steve and John record a new intro for this film exploring James Earl Jones's performance in this film and his importance to these Jack Ryan films. Sit back after the introduction and enjoy Steve, John and Michael going scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.If you haven't seen this...2024-09-152h 09
The Cine-FilesSTAR WARS: EPISODE VI RETURN OF THE JEDI with 2024 James Earl Jones Tribute IntroOn this REPOSTED episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha record a new introduction for their episode on STAR WARS: EPISODE VI - RETURN OF THE JEDI in honor of the passing of James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader. Steve and John explore James Earl Jones's performance in this film and his importance to the Original Trilogy. Geek Buddy Michael Vogel was our special guest for this one! Sit back after the introduction and enjoy Steve, John and Michael going scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the...2024-09-142h 38
The Cine-FilesSTAR WARS: EPISODE V THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK with 2024 James Earl Jones Tribute IntroOn this REPOSTED episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha record a new introduction for their episode on STAR WARS: EPISODE V - THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK in honor of the passing of James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader. Steve and John explore James Earl Jones's performance in this film and his importance to the Original Trilogy. Geek Buddy Michael Vogel was our special guest for this one! Sit back after the introduction and enjoy Steve, John and Michael going scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the...2024-09-132h 43
The Cine-FilesSTAR WARS: EPISODE IV A NEW HOPE with 2024 James Earl Jones TributeOn this REPOSTED episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha record a new introduction for their episode on Star Wars IV: A New Hope in honor of the passing of James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader. Steve and John explore James Earl Jones's performance over these next three reissues of the Original Trilogy starting in this episode. Geek Buddy Michael Vogel was our special guest for this one! Sit back after the introduction and enjoy Steve, John and Michael going scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the...2024-09-132h 21
The Cine-Files393 THE STING Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Paul Newman and Robert Redford film exploration as they wrap up their discussion of the 1973 Best Picture winner THE STING. From director GEORGE ROY HILL, this classic caper film also costars Robert Shaw, Charles Durning, Eileen Brennan, Ray Walston, Harold Gould and host of other fantastic character actors. Nominated for 10 Academy Awards, it won seven of them including Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay for David S. Ward, Best Score for Marvin Hamlisch and more. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this movie and...2024-09-061h 57
The Cine-Files392 THE STING Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Paul Newman and Robert Redford film exploration with Part 1 of their discussion on the 1973 Best Picture winner THE STING. From director GEORGE ROY HILL, this classic caper film also costars Robert Shaw, Charles Durning, Eileen Brennan, Ray Walston, Harold Gould and host of other fantastic character actors. Nominated for 10 Academy Awards, it won seven of them including Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay for David S. Ward, Best Score for Marvin Hamlisch and more. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this movie and explore...2024-08-312h 18
The Cine-Files391 Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Paul Newman and Robert Redford film exploration with Part 2 of their discussion on BUTCH CASSIDY and THE SUNDANCE KID from director GEORGE ROY HILL. This classic film also stars Katherine Ross and features a score from composer Burt Bacharach and the Oscar winner for Best Song "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head". A film that won 4 out of the 7 Oscars it was nominated for and became a much beloved, deftly funny, and tragic modern Western classic. Steve and John finish up going scene by scene thru...2024-08-232h 54
The Cine-FilesEpisode 36 ALIENS with New 2024 IntroductionOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha repost their discussion on 1986's ALIENS from Episode 36 of the show with a new introduction in honor of the release of ALIEN: ROMULUS. This seminal James Cameron film features the return of Sigourney Weaver as Ripley leading a bunch of Marines, including Michael Biehn and Bill Paxton, against a pack of xenomorphs (and Burke played by a deliciously evil Paul Reiser) to save Newt, the last living member of a murdered space colony. After the introduction, Steve and John explore the acting, direction, the writing and the effect...2024-08-221h 52
The Cine-FilesEpisode 33 ALIEN with New 2024 IntroductionOn this REPOSTED episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha bring you their discussion and breakdown of 1979's ALIEN from Episode 33 of their show in honor of the release of ALIEN: ROMULUS. They've recorded a brand new introduction for this one and look back on this 1979 sci-fi horror classic. After the introduction, Steve and John go scene by scene thru this movie and explore the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn...2024-08-201h 37
The Cine-Files390 Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their Paul Newman and Robert Redford film explorations with Part 1 of their discussion on BUTCH CASSIDY and THE SUNDANCE KID from director GEORGE ROY HILL. This classic also stars the great Katherine Ross and features a score from composer Burt Bacharach and the Oscar winner for Best Song "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head". A film that won 4 out of the 7 Oscars it was nominated for and outlived some of the mixed reactions from film critics at the time to become a much beloved, deftly funny, and...2024-08-171h 59
The Cine-Files389 Remembering Robin Williams 10 Years After His PassingOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris honor Robin Williams on the 10th anniversary of his passing by discussing some of their favorites films and performances from his career along with some personal memories of how his work on film and TV impacted their lives.#robinwilliams #movies #goodwillhunting #thecinefiles To support The Cine-Files on Patreon, go to: www.patreon.com/thecinefiles! Purchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by...2024-08-121h 30
The Cine-Files388 Ordinary People Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their month long tribute to Donald Sutherland with Part 2 of their discussion on 1980 Best Picture Winner ORDINARY PEOPLE. The film, based on Judith Guest's book of the same name, stars Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, and Timothy Hutton as a family in crisis navigating the death of their first born son and the near suicide of their younger son (Hutton). The film marks the directorial debut of Robert Redford and also stars a young Elizabeth McGovern and features a fantastic scene stealing turn from Judd Hirsch. The film...2024-08-022h 48
The Cine-Files387 Ordinary People Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their month long tribute to Donald Sutherland with Part 1 of their discussion on 1980 Best Picture Winner ORDINARY PEOPLE. The film, based on Judith Guest's book of the same name, stars Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, and Timothy Hutton as a family in crisis navigating the death of their first born son and the near suicide of their younger son (Hutton). The film marks the directorial debut of Robert Redford and also stars a young Elizabeth McGovern and features a fantastic scene stealing turn from Judd Hirsch. The film...2024-07-262h 12
The Cine-Files386 M*A*S*H Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their tribute to Donald Sutherland with Part 2 of their discussion on Robert Altman's 1970 comedy classic M*A*S*H. The film stars Sutherland Elliot Gould, Tom Skerrit, Robert Duvall, Roger Bowen, Rene Auberjonois and Sally Kellerman. Based on MASH: A Novel About Three Army Doctors by Richard Hooker, the film depicts a unit of medical personnel stationed at a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) during the Korean War. It won the Palme d'Or, at the 1970 Cannes Film Festival and received five Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture...2024-07-192h 16
The Cine-Files385 M*A*S*H Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their tribute to Donald Sutherland with Part 1o their discussion of Robert Altman's 1970 comedy classic M*A*S*H. The film stars Sutherland Elliot Gould, Tom Skerrit, Robert Duvall, Roger Bowen, Rene Auberjonois and Sally Kellerman. Based on MASH: A Novel About Three Army Doctors by Richard Hooker, the film depicts a unit of medical personnel stationed at a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) during the Korean War. It won the Palme d'Or, at the 1970 Cannes Film Festival and received five Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, a...2024-07-121h 56
The Cine-Files384 INSIDE OUT 2 and Pixar Sequels: The Good, the Bad and CARS 2On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris welcome THE GEEK BUDDIES' Michael Vogel to discuss the state of PIXAR sequels after the success of INSIDE OUT 2. They look at all the previous Pixar sequels, where they rank and if this is the new path forward for PIXAR. Join us for this LIVE discussion and give us your thoughts on PIXAR sequels!#pixar #disney #movies To support The Cine-Files on Patreon, go to: www.patreon.com/thecinefiles! Please remember to...2024-07-081h 30
The Cine-Files383 PUMPING IRON Breakdown and Analysis | Arnold SchwarzeneggerOn this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha put on their old Gold's Gym shirts and short shorts to revisit 1978's PUMPING IRON starring ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER, FRANCO COLUMBO, and LOU FERRIGNO. This groundbreaking documentary launched the world of bodybuilding and fitness into the mainstream and began the Austrian Oak's ascendancy to superstardom with Lou Ferrigno also landing the role of the Hulk in THE INCREDIBLE HULK series. Steve and John discuss the influence the film had on them as young men, if the documentary holds up, the sadistic genius of Schwarzenegger and separate fact from fiction...2024-06-281h 43
The Cine-Files382 Total Recall Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha are joined by their special guest Brendon McDonald, the producer of the WTF with Marc Maron podcast! They visit REKALL Industries to transport them back to Mars to explore Paul Verhoeven's modern Sci-Fi classic, TOTAL RECALL, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sharon Stone, Michael Ironside, Rachel Ticotin and Ronny Cox.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here:https://amzn.to/4b0GxH8Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at ht...2024-06-212h 35
The Cine-FilesBonus Episode Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Part 2"Star Trek III: The Search for Spock" (Part 2) Just in time for the 40th Anniversary of "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock," Scott & Steve are stealing "Enterprise Incidents" for a special 2-part deep dive into this underrated "Star Trek" classic. Soon after the U.S.S. Enterprise returns to earth bruised and battered after Captain Spock died saving the ship during the battle in the Mutara Nebula, Admiral James T. Kirk learns that his beloved starship is going to be decommissioned. Plus, all is not well with his friend, Dr. Leonard McCoy, who has not been acting like...2024-06-152h 13The Cine-Files381 Total Recall Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha are joined by their special guest Brendon McDonald, the producer of the WTF with Marc Maron podcast! They visit REKALL Industries to transport them back to Mars to explore Paul Verhoeven's modern Sci-Fi classic, TOTAL RECALL, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sharon Stone, Michael Ironside, Rachel Ticotin and Ronny Cox.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/4b0GxH8Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at ht...2024-06-141h 58
The Cine-FilesBonus Episode - Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Part 1"Star Trek III: The Search for Spock" (Part 1)Just in time for the 40th Anniversary of "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock," Scott & Steve are stealing "Enterprise Incidents" for a special 2-part deep dive into this underrated "Star Trek" classic. Soon after the U.S.S. Enterprise returns to earth bruised and battered after Captain Spock died saving the ship during the battle in the Mutara Nebula, Admiral James T. Kirk learns that his beloved starship is going to be decommissioned. Plus, all is not well with his friend, Dr. Leonard McCoy, who has not been acting like...2024-06-131h 51The Cine-Files380 Jean Claude Van Damme LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris discuss the career and legacy of Jean Claude Van Damme and his movies! As a martial artist student and teacher, Steve has a special interest in discussing Van Damme's techniques and how they helped him separate from other action heroes of the time. And John has always enjoyed seeing Van Damme films on opening night since Bloodsport and has a special affinity for the Muscles from Brussels. Join us for this LIVE discussion and give us your thoughts on JCVD and his movies!2024-06-121h 21The Cine-FilesSHORTS COMPILATION: SLY vs ARNOLD, Documentaries, Film Accuracy, FMK and More!On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha bring you a compilation of some of their recent Cine-Files Shorts that includes their thoughts on the SLY and ARNOLD documentaries, their thoughts on how historically accurate filmmakers need to be with true events depicted in their movies, how unbiased or biased documentaries are when the subject of them is an Executive Producer on the films, the importance of film festivals and how they are changing and finally a fun episode of F***, MARRY, KILL where we choose amongst three movies or three topics and separate them into on...2024-06-021h 45
The Cine-Files379 Sexy Beast Part 2On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha bring you Part 2 of their breakdown and discussion of the 2001 British gangster classic SEXY BEAST from Academy Award nominated director Jonathan Glazer! The film stars Ray Winstone, Ian McShane, Amanda Redman and Ben Kingsley who delivers one of the greatest performances of his career. Kinglsey was nominated for an Oscar and Golden Globe for his work as the menacing, emotionally stunted, terrifying and battering ram of Id that is Don Logan. A cleverly written and directed heist movie that ISN"T about the heist, it features iconic dialogue, unf...2024-05-241h 17
The Cine-Files378 Sexy Beast Part 1On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha bring you Part 1 of their breakdown and discussion of the 2001 British gangster classic SEXY BEAST from Academy Award nominated director Jonathan Glazer! The film stars Ray Winstone, Ian McShane, Amanda Redman and Ben Kingsley who delivers one of the greatest performances of his career. Kinglsey was nominated for an Oscar and Golden Globe for his work as the menacing, emotionally stunted, terrifying and battering ram of Id that is Don Logan. A cleverly written and directed heist movie that ISN"T about the heist, it features iconic dialogue, unf...2024-05-171h 46The Cine-Files377 Captain America: The Winter Soldier Part 2The Cine-Files aka Steve Morris and John Rocha return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with our special guest: actor, writer and The Geek Buddies co-host Shannon McClung. All three of them explore one of the greatest superhero movies ever made: Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Directed by The Russo brothers and starring Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Samuel L. Jackson and Robert Redford, Captain America: The Winter Soldier is both an homage to the classic espionage films of the 70s and an incredible action movie with brilliant fight choreography, amazing stunts and stunning visual effects. ...2024-05-102h 23
The Cine-Files3 Days of the Condor (Rebroadcast)The Cine-Files aka Steve Morris and John Rocha reissue their episode on THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR with a brand new 2024 intro from Steve and John to accompany their two episode breakdown of CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER which wrap up this week.This film from director Sydney Pollack stars Robert Redford as Joe Turner (Robert Redford), a quiet CIA codebreaker who walks into his workplace and finds that all of his coworkers have been murdered. Horrified, Joe flees the scene, convinces Kathy (Faye Dunaway) to help him survive and learns that CIA higher-ups were involved in...2024-05-092h 03
The Cine-Files376 Captain America: The Winter Soldier Part 1The Cine-Files aka Steve Morris and John Rocha return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with our special guest: actor, writer and The Geek Buddies co-host Shannon McClung. All three of them explore one of the greatest superhero movies ever made: Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Directed by The Russo brothers and starring Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Samuel L. Jackson and Robert Redford, Captain America: The Winter Soldier is both an homage to the classic espionage films of the 70s and an incredible action movie with brilliant fight choreography, amazing stunts and stunning visual effects. ...2024-05-032h 00
The Cine-Files370 Back to School LiveOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris revisit BACK TO SCHOOL from 1986 starring RODNEY DANGERFIELD, SALLY KELLERMAN, BURT YOUNG and ROBERT DOWNEY JR.. A 80s comedy classic that took Dangerfield to the next level of fame and made him a household name. John and Steve discuss the film, their favorite scenes, its impact on comedy movies of the 80s and its legacy. If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here. https://amzn.to/3xgrMS2Check out Marvel Str...2024-03-251h 11The Cine-FilesSHŌGUN Episode 4 "The Eightfold Fence" | SPOILER REVIEW | FX | HuluSHOGUN, a brand new series based on the James Clavell novel, dropped its first two episodes on FX and HULU. The series stars HIROYUKI SONADA, COSMO JARVIS, and ANNA SAWAI. Blackthorne and Mariko test their new alliance as they train Toranaga's gun regiment for war. Yabushige must navigate his past promises to Ishido when an old friend comes to the village.The Outlaw John Rocha is joined by his The Cine-Files cohost Steve Morris who is steeped in the knowledge of James Clavell and Japanese culture to SPOILER REVIEW the SHŌGUN series!2024-03-1425 minThe Cine-FilesSHŌGUN Episode 3 SPOILER REVIEW | FX | HuluSHOGUN, a brand new series based on the James Clavell novel, dropped its first two episodes on FX and HULU. The series stars HIROYUKI SONADA, COSMO JARVIS, and ANNA SAWAI. After Blackthorne survives a brazen assassination attempt, Toranaga realizes he must ferry his allies out of Osaka or risk certain defeat.The Outlaw John Rocha is joined by his The Cine-Files cohost Steve Morris who is steeped in the knowledge of James Clavell and Japanese culture to SPOILER REVIEW the first two episodes of the SHŌGUN series!Chapters:2024-03-0946 minThe Cine-FilesSHŌGUN Eps 1 and 2 SPOILER REVIEWSHOGUN, a brand new series based on the James Clavell novel, dropped its first two episodes on FX and HULU. The series stars HIROYUKI SONADA, COSMO JARVIS, and ANNA SAWAI. Set in the 17th Century, John Blackthorne, a sailor who rises from outsider to samurai, while being used as a pawn in Japanese leader Toranaga's struggle to reach the top of the ruling chain, or Shogun.The Cine-Files' John Rocha and Steve Morris SPOILER REVIEW the first two episodes of the SHŌGUN series discussing the events in the show, the acting, direction, and a...2024-03-0450 minThe Cine-Files366 The Color of Money LiveOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris revisit Martin Scorsese's THE COLOR OF MONEY from 1986. The sequel to The Hustler sees the return of Paul Newman as Fast Eddie Felson, but this time he's teaching a new breed of hustler in Tom Cruise's Vincent Lauria who is aided by his partner Carmen played by Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio. The films also feature John Turturro and Forest Whitaker. John and Steve discuss if the movie holds up, where it ranks on the list of Scorsese's best films and on the list of best film sequels...2024-02-231h 19
The Cine-Files7 Days of Love from The Cine-Files: Punch Drunk LoveStarting today, Steve Morris and John Rocha are celebrating Valentine's Day over the next week by rereleasing their favorite episodes covering movies about love every day for the next 7 days leading up to Valentine's Day! Today's rerelease is Paul Thomas Anderson's Punch Drunk Love starring Adam Sandler. Emily Watson, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Luis Guzman. Sandler and Watson are two unique and interesting people who have to overcome their respective social anxieties and multiple obstacles (including Hoffman's angry mattress man and phone sex line owner/operator) in order to find their way to love. One of the most distinctive f...2024-02-081h 59
The Cine-Files361 Looking Back at 2023 and Forward to 2024 LIVEOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris look back on the 2023 Year in Movies, the good, the bad and the ugly and preview what they're most looking forward to seeing in 2024!You can watch the YouTube video here.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7tHowPe5jgCheck out The Cine-Files 2024 Listener Survey Here. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...#Movies #Marvel #DC To support The Cine-Files on Patreon, go to: www.patreon...2024-01-201h 21
The Cine-Files338 First Blood Part 1In this episode, The Outlaw, John Rocha leads Steve Morris into the mountains of the Pacific Northwest, where Congressional Medal of Honor Winner John J. Rambo battles the sherif of a small town. This powerful film launched an action franchise that somehow never recaptured the drama of it's far simpler original. If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here. https://amzn.to/3rJZpcqDon’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFiles and purchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.net2023-07-281h 47
The Cine-Files328 Iron Man 3 LIVE!On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris revisit IRON MAN 3 to discuss the film, PTSD in the MCU, The Mandarin controversy, where it ranks in the IRON MAN trilogy, where it ranks in the Marvel Universe of movies overall, and more!This is the audio only version but if you want to watch Steve and John you can do so here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKuiKOwqdPQ If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here. https://amzn.to...2023-05-151h 21
The Cine-Files295 Olivia Newton John and Grease LiveOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, host John Rocha is back to full health and is joined by cohost Steve Morris to discuss the musical GREASE and offer up their tribute to the late and damn great Olivia Newton-John! Grease is one of The Outlaw's favorite movies and we'll find out where it sits on Steve's list of musicals and movies during the show.
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The Cine-Files288 Comicon 2022 LiveOn this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, Steve Morris interviews John Rocha about his experiences at San Diego Comic Con 2022 including all that happened, the trailers, the big news and the experiences John had while at the Con. Also, they answer all your Streamlabs and SuperChat questions and maybe even bring some of you in live to ask your questions. #SDCC #ComicCon #Marvel
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The Cine-FilesCine-Files Shorts Compilation #1This week on The Cine-Files we've decided to give you a small taste of the extra content available on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesThis is four of our favorites shorts. 1. A deep dive into what is, arguably, America's greatest culinary invention, The Cheeseburger.2. What sequel would you take with you to a desert island, with special guest Shannon McClung. 3. How do you go about coming up with a list of the greatest films ever made. 4. Steve Morris interviews John Rocha on the origins of The Outlaw. 5...2019-11-151h 38