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"Something is very wrong with this town." For Episode 289, Thomas and Brandon go outside of their comfort zone to discuss Herschel Gordon Lewis' early splatter film, TWO THOUSAND MANIACS! Listen as they talk about Lewis' career, the rawness of the film, and the landscape of independent films at the time. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Intro to Social Horror (00:07:37) Intro to 2000 Maniacs (00:12:39) History of 2000 Maniacs Got to Production (00:18:12) Favorite Scenes (00:43:36) On Set Life - (01:04:10) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:06:48) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:11:21) Film Facts (01:18:50) Awards (01:22:03) Final Questions (01:25:56) Preview for Next Week (01:33:43) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"Now, you're in the sunken place." For Episode 288, Brandon and Thomas kick off their social horror series with Jordan Peele's GET OUT. Listen to find out more about Peele's writing process, last-minute production moves, and the immediate success of the film.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Intro to Social Horror (00:08:30) Intro to Get Out (00:14:20) History of Get Out Got to Production (00:22:55) Favorite Scenes (00:32:05) On Set Life - (00:55:16) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:02:06) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:15:16) Film Facts (01:22:46) Awards (01:30:21) Final Questions (01:35:07) Preview for Next Week (01:45:47) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"You wanna be a big cop in a small town?" For Episode 287, Brandon and Thomas conclude their Stuck in a Small Town series with Edgar Wright's HOT FUZZ. Listen as they discuss the writing process of Wright and Simon Pegg, the film's casting, and the film's legacy.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of the Stuck in a Small Town Genre (00:05:09) Intro to Hot Fuzz (00:09:08) History of Hot Fuzz Got to Production (00:15:36) Favorite Scenes (00:28:13) On Set Life - (00:49:22) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (00:55:48) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:02:39) Film Facts (01:13:18) Awards (01:14:34) Final Questions (01:22:02) Final Genre Questions (01:25:44) Preview for Next Week (01:33:09) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"This place is our West, and I wish they'd leave us alone!" For Episode 286, David and Brandon discuss a neo-Western film that fits within our Stuck in a Small Town Genre, BAD DAY AT BLACK ROCK. Listen as they discuss the film's casting, its filming in the desert, and how one supporting actor had a big year in 1955.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of the Stuck in a Small Town Genre (00:03:39) Intro to Bad Day at Black Rock (00:05:41) History of How Bad Day at Black Rock Got to Production (00:12:39) Favorite Scenes (00:18:23) On Set Life - (00:43:21) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (00:50:16) What Worked and What Didn’t (00:55:06) Film Facts (01:05:21) Awards (01:06:22) Final Questions (01:13:17) Preview for Next Week (01:21:40) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"Keep watching the sky, MacIntyre." For Episode 285, Thomas and Brandon talk about one of Thomas's favorite movies, LOCAL HERO. Listen as they discuss the movie's early beginnings, its Scottish history, and how it still has a loyal following today.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of the Stuck in a Small Town Genre (00:05:16) Intro to Local Hero (00:07:13) History of How Local Hero Got to Production (00:13:31) Favorite Scenes (00:27:32) On Set Life - (00:51:48) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:04:7) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:09:10) Film Facts (01:19:03) Awards (01:25:29) Final Questions (01:31:43) Preview for Next Week (01:43:01) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"Groundhog Day used to mean something in this town." For Episode 284, Brandon and Thomas are kicking off their series of movies about Being Stuck in a Small Town. And for their first movie, they're discussing GROUNDHOG DAY. Listen as they talk about the development complications, the cold weather that plagued the shoot, and the massive tensions between Harold Ramis and Bill Murray during the film's production.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Intro to the Stuck in a Small Town Genre (00:07:20) Intro to Groundhog Day (00:12:05) History of How Groundhog Day Got to Production (00:16:46) Favorite Scenes (00:37:42) On Set Life - (00:55:02) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:05:38) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:14:52) Film Facts (01:26:17) Awards (01:33:07) Final Questions (01:40:56) Preview for Next Week (01:52:19) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"I live, I die. I LIVE AGAIN!" For Episode 283, Brandon, Thomas, and David close out their Dystopian series with one of their favorites, MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. Listen as they discuss the countless possible casting choices, the on-set troubles, and the film's challenging post-production.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of the Dystopian Genre (00:05:14) Intro to Mad Max: Fury Road (00:09:53) History of How Mad Max: Fury Road Got to Production (00:17:43) Favorite Scenes (00:33:07) On Set Life - (00:59:50) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:10:24) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:14:23) Film Facts (01:22:04) Awards (01:25:53) Final Questions (01:31:37) Final Genre Questions (01:40:57) Preview for Next Month (01:46:29) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"I've sailed further than most men have dreamed." For Episode 282, Brandon and David discuss the poster child of disastrous film productions from the 1990s, WATERWORLD. Listen as they discuss the script's origin, the massive sets that were built, and how entertainment media made it a failure before anyone ever saw it. They also discuss how it has gained cult status since its release.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap to Dystopian Genre (00:07:30) Intro to Waterworld (00:10:18) History of How Waterworld Got to Production (00:21:01) Favorite Scenes (00:36:42) On Set Life - (1:03:24) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:17:16) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:24:43) Film Facts (01:32:57) Awards (01:36:15) Final Questions (01:42:08) Preview for Next Week (01:48:52) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"Where we go from there is a choice I leave to you." For Episode 281, David and Brandon discuss the groundbreaking film THE MATRIX. Listen as they talk about the Wachowskis' early career, the movie's production in Australia, and how the Chicago Bulls played a part in the film's history. And don't forget to check out the other episodes in our Dystopian series! Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap to Dystopian Genre (00:06:59) Intro to The Matrix (00:09:38) History of How The Matrix Got to Production (00:16:07) Favorite Scenes (00:30:06) On Set Life - (0:54:32) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:04:35) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:14:22) Film Facts (01:21:57) Awards (01:27:22) Final Questions (01:33:54) Preview for Next Week (01:46:34) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"It's going to be different from now on. A new face and a name." For Episode 280, Brandon and Thomas talk about a lesser-discussed movie SECONDS. Listen as they discuss Rock Hudson's career, the film's journey to the screen, and how the film went from a failure to a cult classic. Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap of Dystopian Genre (00:04:39) Intro to Seconds (00:07:30) History of How Seconds Got to Production (00:14:01) Favorite Scenes (00:27:01) On Set Life - (01:01:27) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:06:48) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:13:32) Film Facts (01:19:16) Awards (01:20:22) Final Questions (01:27:17) Preview for Next Week (01:36:34) Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

For Episode 279, Brandon sits down with legendary editor Paul Hirsch to discuss his career and his book, A LONG TIME AGO IN A CUTTING ROOM FAR, FAR AWAY. Listen as Paul talks about his works with Brian De Palma, John Hughes, Herbert Ross, and George Lucas. Paul has edited countless films, including CARRIE, PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, FOOTLOOSE, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, and the first two STAR WARS films.  CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, and Paul will be doing a book signing! Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

For Episode 279, Brandon sits down with legendary editor Paul Hirsch to discuss his career and his book, A LONG TIME AGO IN A CUTTING ROOM FAR, FAR AWAY. Listen as Paul talks about his works with Brian De Palma, John Hughes, Herbert Ross, and George Lucas. Paul has edited countless films, including CARRIE, PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, FOOTLOOSE, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, and the first two STAR WARS films.  CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE, and Paul will be doing a book signing! Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"Very odd, what happens in a world without children's voices." For Episode 278, Thomas and Brandon kick off their Dystopian series with one of Thomas' favorites, CHILDREN OF MEN. Listen as they discuss the transition from book to screen, the elaborate one-shots, and the movie's legacy.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Intro to Dystopian Genre (00:03:22) Intro to Children of Men (00:07:18) History of How Children of Men Got to Production (00:14:12) Favorite Scenes (00:28:16) On Set Life - (00:50:13) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:01:43) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:07:30) Film Facts (01:12:48) Awards (01:20:07) Final Questions (01:27:29) Preview for Next Week (01:37:14) CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"They're taking adventure to new lengths." For Episode 277, Brandon and Thomas are closing out their Alan Menken series with TANGLED. Listen as they discuss the film's development troubles, Menken's 2010s career, and how TANGLED became one of the most expensive animated films of all time.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap on Alan Menken (00:02:43) Intro to Tangled (00:14:32) History of How Tangled Got to Production (00: Favorite Scenes (00:29:49) On Set Life - (00:55:14) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:05:17) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:12:35) Film Facts (01:19:57) Awards (01:21:30) Final Questions (01:25:35) Final Alan Menken Questions (01:33:06) Preview for Next Week (01:39:50) CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"Who is the monster, and who is the man?" For Episode 276, Brandon and Thomas continue their discussion of Alan Menken with THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME. Listen as they discuss Menken's evolution as a composter, the movie's casting choices, and the controversy from its release.  Opening Banter (00:00:10) Recap on Alan Menken (00:05:31) Intro to The Hunchback of Notre Dame (00:10:56) History of How Hunchback Got to Production (00:16:20) Favorite Scenes (00:29:12) On Set Life - (00:47:55) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (00:56:10) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:07:54) Songs That Were Cut (01:14:52) Film Facts (01:17:05) Awards (01:20:51) Final Questions (01:27:39) Preview for Next Week (01:41:07) CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"You ain't never had a friend like me!" For Episode 275, Brandon and Thomas continue their series on Alan Menken as they discuss the Disney classic, ALADDIN. Listen as they discuss the film's troubled beginnings, Robin Williams' involvement, and the massive success of the film.  Opening Banter (00:00:15) Recap of Alan Menken (00:02:00) Intro to Aladdin (00:05:41) History of How Aladdin Got to Production (00:11:15) Favorite Scenes (00:20:21) On Set Life - (00:42:44) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (00:59:05) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:12:14) Film Facts (01:20:34) Awards (01:21:25) Final Questions (01:27:00) Preview for Next Week (01:35:19) CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"A tale as old as time."  For Episode 274, Brandon and Thomas start their Alan Menken series with one of his best works, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Listen as they discuss Menken's early life, the beginnings of the Disney Renaissance, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST'S troubled production. CineNation will be co-sponsoring a late-night screening with Landmark's Nuart Theatre on August 11th at 10:30 pm. We'll be showing Brian De Palma's THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3pCZD4l Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"We're gonna need a con with a sure-fire blow-off. For Episode 273, Thomas and Brandon close out their Con-Artist movie series with one of the best of the genre. Listen as they discuss THE STING and its casting, its production, and the film's legacy.   Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"We're gonna need a con with a sure-fire blow-off. For Episode 273, Thomas and Brandon close out their Con-Artist movie series with one of the best of the genre. Listen as they discuss THE STING and its casting, its production, and the film's legacy.   Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com

"I want my two hundred dollars!" For Episode 272, David and Brandon discuss PAPER MOON. Listen as they discuss the film's inception, the behind-the-scenes of the film, and its place in the Con-Artist movie genre.  Join our Patreon for More Content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com