An Interview with Rich Brownstein - Cinema SitDown 230

Cinema SitDown interviews Rich Brownstein on episode 230. Mr. Brownstein is the author of Holocaust Cinema Complete: A History and Analysis of 400 Films and is easily one of the foremost authorities on Narrative Holocaust Films. He joins our co-hosts Richard Lusk and Ryan Bull via Zoom to breakdown and explain this fascinating genre.

For more information visit - www.holocaustfilms.com

To Buy a copy of Holocaust Cinema Complete - https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/holocaust-cinema-complete/

What did you think of today’s show? What questions do you wish the fellas had asked? Send in your thoughts by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Gangs of New York - Cinema SitDown 229

Cinema SitDown finishes their deep dive into the film’s of Martin Scorsese. For the third and final featured film, the fellas are reviewing Gangs of New York, the story of Amsterdam Vallon(Leonardo DiCaprio) return to the Five Points area of New York City seeking revenge against Bill the Butcher(Daniel Day-Lewis), his father's killer.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Goodfellas - Cinema SitDown 228

Cinema SitDown is doing a deep dive into the film’s of Martin Scorsese. For their second featured film, the fellas are reviewing Goodfellas; the story of Henry Hill and his life in the mob, covering his relationship with his wife Karen Hill and his mob partners Jimmy Conway and Tommy DeVito in the Italian-American crime syndicate. The film stars Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Robert DeNiro giving some of the best performances of their careers.

Next week, the fellas will be back to look at Scorsese’s 2002 film Gangs of New York .

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Whose That Knocking at My Door - Cinema SitDown 227

Starting with episode #227, Cinema SitDown is doing a deep dive into the film’s of Martin Scorsese for the next three weeks. We kick things off with the director’s first film Who’s That Knocking at My Door. The film features a young Harvey Keitel as J.R. a young man in New York city wants to settle down and get married, but struggles to accept the secret hidden by his independent and free-spirited girlfriend.

Next week, the fellas will be back to look at the 1990 Scorsese classic Goodfellas.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Bloopers Outtakes and Flubs - Cinema SitDown 226

Cinema SitDown looks back at some of their best bloopers, outtakes and flubs over the last 100+ episodes. All of these clips have played at the end of an episode at some point in the show’s history. Many come from when the show was called LaF. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed screwing up.

Next week, Cinema SitDown is back with a three-part deep dive into the works of Martin Scorsese. For the first episode, the fellas will be reviewing the director’s first feature film Who’s That Knocking at My Door.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Animal Kingdom - Cinema SitDown 225

Cinema SitDown continues reviewing great films from the prepod days. Our hosts, Ryan Bull, Richard Lusk, and Tony Christ are looking back at some of their favorite films that they have never gotten the chance to talk about before on the podcast.. Episode 225 has the fellas reviewing Animal Kingdom starring James Frecheville, Guy Pearce, and Joel Edgerton.

A seventeen year-old navigates his survival amongst an explosive criminal family and the detective who thinks he can save him. This modern-day crime classic is the most award winning film in Australian history.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Hard Eight - Cinema SitDown 224

Cinema SitDown continues the new year by reviewing great films from the prepod days. Our hosts, Ryan Bull, Richard Lusk, and Tony Christ are looking back at some of their favorite films that they have never gotten the chance to talk about before on the podcast.. Episode 224 has the fellas reviewing Hard Eight starring Philip Baker Hall, John C. Reilly, and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Professional gambler Sydney teaches John the tricks of the trade. John does well until he falls for cocktail waitress Clementine. This is director Paul Thomas Anderson’s first feature film.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Rocky 3 - Cinema SitDown 223

Welcome to Cinema SitDown in the year 2020! Our hosts, Ryan Bull, Richard Lusk, and Tony Christ are starting off the new year by looking back at some of their favorite films. Episode 223 has the fellas reviewing Rocky 3 starring Sylvester Stallone, Hulk Hogan, and Mr. T.

After winning the ultimate title and being the world champion, Rocky falls into a hole and finds himself picked up by a former enemy. Tune in to find out why this may be the ultimate Rocky film.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Joker Review with Spoilers - Cinema SitDown 222

Welcome to Cinema SitDown, Ryan Bull is joined by Richard Lusk and Tony Christ , as all three hosts review Joker The film stars Joaquin Phoenix and Robert De Niro.

Set in the Batman-verse, a mentally-troubled comedian Arthur Fleck embarks on a downward-spiral of social revolution and bloody crime. This path brings him face-to-face with his infamous alter-ego: "The Joker".

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Anna - Cinema SitDown 220

Hosts Richard Lusk and Tony Christ of Cinema SitDown review Anna on episode 220. Sasha Luss stars in famed French action director Luc Besson’s newest film as a striking beauty whose indelible strength and skill sets out to become one of the world's most feared government assassins.

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Black Mirror Season 5 - Cinema SitDown 219

Cinema SitDown reviews Black Mirror, the hit show from Netflix on episode 219. First appearing on the BBC, Black Mirror has moved to a new home on Netflix, where its fifth season recently premiered. The show is equal parts The Twilight Zone, Michael Crichton, and The Outer Limits. Each episode takes a look at where society and technology might be headed. Our hosts, Richard Lusk, Ryan Bull, and Tony Christ are reviewing all three episodes of season 5 and letting you know what is worth watching and what is worth skipping

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

The Professor and the Madman - Cinema SitDown 218

Welcome to Cinema SitDown, formerly the LaF podcast. Today on episode 218, Ryan Bull is joined by Richard Lusk and Tony Christ , as all three hosts review The Professor and the Madman. The film stars Mel Gibson, Sean Pean, and Natalie Dormer.

The film is the true(ish) story of Professor James Murray(Gibson) worked on compiling words for the first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary in the mid 19th century, and received over 10,000 entries from a patient at Broadmoor Criminal Lunatic Asylum, Dr. William Minor(Penn).

What did you think of today’s show? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Summer Preview 2019 - Cinema Sitdown 217

Welcome to Cinema SitDown, formerly the LaF podcast. Today on episode 217, Ryan Bull is joined by Richard Lusk and Tony Christ , as all three hosts preview the summer films coming out. As with any preview episode the guys are playing a game to see who is truly king of the box office.

The rules are simple - guess the closest to the actual opening weekend box office number and win ten points. Second place earns five points. Last place gets nothing. Each host gets to pick four films for the competition. May the best podcaster win, Game On.

What did you think of today’s show? Will Lusk retain his crown or will someone else rise up and claim the throne? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDownpodcast@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Creed II with Spoilers - Cinema SitDown 214

Welcome to Cinema SitDown, formerly the LaF podcast. Today on episode 214, Richard Lusk and Ryan Bull are reviewing Creed II. Joining them on the show today is long time friend of the show Tony C.

Creed II is the eighth film in the Rocky franchise. Adonis Creed fights Viktor Drago, the son of the man who killed his father. Will Rocky Balboa be able to convince Adonis to fight for more than revenge?

What did you think of today’s review? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDown@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com 

- Tony C, our quality control supervisor. The show would never sound as good if it weren't for his ears. Many a mistake has been caught and corrected because of Tony. 

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Mission: Impossible - Fallout with Spoilers - Cinema SitDown 213

Welcome to Cinema SitDown, formerly the LaF podcast. Today, on episode 213, Richard Lusk and Ryan Bull review Mission: Impossible - Fallout. This version contains spoilers. If you want a spoiler free review of the film, then listen to episode 213.5. 

Mission: Impossible - Fallout is Tom Cruise’s sixth time playing Ethan Hunt for the Mission Impossible franchise. The plot of this action spy film has Ethan trying to track down some missing plutonium before it is used in atomic bombs. Along the way Ethan will have to run, jump, drive and fly as he tries to not only save the world but his friends as well from enemies both old and new.  

In addition to the review, the fellas discuss the state of action movies, debate CGI vs stunt work, and try to figure out if Tom Cruise is the greatest action movie star currently making films. 

What did you think of today’s review? Did the guys get it right or are you wondering what movie they watched? Send in your review by tweeting @CinemaSitdown, emailing CinemaSitDown@gmail.com, or messaging us on Facebook.com/CinemaSitDown

This podcast would not be possible without the help and support of these individuals -

-John Andersen, our announcer heard at the beginning and end of every podcast. John’s rich resonance conveys confidence, integrity and poise (everything ours don't). If you want him on your next audio project, find him at his website - www.andersenvoiceover.com or email him at Andersenvoiceover@gmail.com

- Tony C, our quality control supervisor. The show would never sound as good if it weren't for his ears. Many a mistake has been caught and corrected because of Tony. 

- The Degs, for providing the music that kicks off the show. Listen to the rest of "Shotgun" and their album Cliff Rocket by going to www.thedegs.bandcamp.com/album/cliff-rocket

- Broke For Free, for providing the outro song "Something Elated". Listen to the rest of "Something Elated" from the album Something EP by going to www.brokeforfree.com

Damsel - LaF 212

Today's episode of LaF features a review of Damsel. The film is directed by the David and Nathan Zellner.  It stars Robert Pattinson and Mia Wasikowska as frontier folk trying to find love in the dangerous Wild West. Tune in to find out which of our hosts loved the film. 

Have you seen Damsel?  Send in your review by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show.

Sicario Day of the Soldado - LaF 211

On episode 211, Ryan Bull and Richard Lusk are reviewing Sicario: Day of the Soldado, the sequel to LaF's Favorite Film of 2015. Josh Brolin and Benicio Del Toro reunite to once again go after the Mexican cartels, but when things go south their friendship is put to the test. Tune in find out what the guys thought of the film, how it compares to Sicario, and what the future holds for this franchise. Also, if you missed their review of Sicario go back and listen to episode 119. 

Have you seen Sicario: Day of the Soldado? Send in your review by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show.

Deadpool 2 - LaF 209

Welcome to episode 209 of Laf, where Richard Lusk and Ryan Bull review Deadpool 2. The fellas are joined by superfan Tony Christ. Tune in to find out what the guys think of this sequel, hear the debate on whether superhero films have reached peak saturation, and have the truth exposed about the show's name. 

Have you seen Deadpool 2? Send in your review by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show.