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CriterionCast – Episode 39 – Götz Spielmann’s Revanche – Special Guest: Laremy Legel

Rudie Obias — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 01:45:46 +0000

This is the podcast dedicated to The Criterion Collection. Rudie Obias, Ryan Gallagher & James McCormick discuss Criterion News & Rumors and Criterion New Releases, they also analyze, discuss & highlight CC #502, Götz Spielmann’s 2008 film, Revanche, along with “Variations On a Theme”.

SPECIAL GUEST: Laremy Legel – The Editor In Chief of Film.com.

This Week’s Theme: Tragic Coincidences in Movies

What do you think of their show? Please send them your feed back: CriterionCast@gmail.com or call their voicemail line @ 347.878.3430 or follow them on twitter @CriterionCast or Comment on their blog, http://CriterionCast.com.

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They broadcast every episode LIVE on UStream every Friday @ 7pm EST/4pm PST. Join in on the conversation @ CriterionCast.com/LIVE

Our next episode they will highlight and discuss Criterion #232 Yasujiro Ozu’s 1934 & 1959 films, A Story of Floating Weeds/Floating Weeds.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue.

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:15; “A United Theory” by God Help The Girl)

(00:16 – 01:06; The CriterionCast – Episode 039 – Revanche – CC #502)

[NEWS & RUMORS]

(01:12 – 09:35; Is The 28 Day RedBox Window Working?)

(09:36 – 15:47; Alfonso Cuaron’s “Gravity”)

(15:48 – 19:30; Night of The Hunter Criterion Release?)

[CRITERION NEW RELEASES]

(19:31 – 24:53; September Releases Announced)

(24:54 – 25:40; Break Music by Carlos Segovia)

[FEATURE FILM]

(25:41 – 1:05:10; Götz Spielmann’s Revanche – CC #502)

(1:05:11 – 1:06:00; Break Music by Carlos Segovia)

[Variations On a Theme]

(1:06:01 – 1:06:02; Variations On a Theme – Tragic Coincidences in Movies)

(1:06:03 – 1:07:17; Road To Perdition – Laremy Legal)

(1:07:18 – 1:10:00; LOST – Ryan Gallagher)

(1:10:11 – 1:14:07; Magnolia – Rudie Obias)

(1:14:08 – 1:20:00; Amores Perros – James McCormick)

[CREDITS]

(1:20:01 – 1:24:08; Wrap Up, Contact Info & Credits)

(1:24:09 – 1:25:39; Next – Yasujiro Ozu’s 1934 & 1959 films, A Story of Floating Weeds/Floating Weeds – CC #232)

(1:25:40 – 1:25:51; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(1:25:52 – 1:26:25; Goodbyes)

(1:26:26 – 1:27:10; “Working Poor” by Horse Feathers)

(1:27:11 – 1:28:00; Outtakes!!)

Music Credits:

Intro Music by God Help The Girl. Learn more on iTunes and their website, GodHelpTheGirl.com.

Break Music by Carlos Segovia. Learn more @ GhostRamps.com.

Outro Music by Horse Feathers. Learn more on iTunes and their MySpace Page, MySpace.com/HorseFeathersMusic.

CriterionCast – Episode 35.9 – Bonus Episode – LOST Series Finale Discussion with Andy Scorcini, Justin Vactor & Emily McFadden

Rudie Obias — Mon, 31 May 2010 01:56:41 +0000

This is a very special bonus episode of The CriterionCast. Rudie Obias and Ryan Gallagher discuss the LOST series finale and the entire series of the hit ABC sci-fi/mystery drama. We are joined by our very special guest Andy Scorcini the host of The Drill Down, Justin Vactor of the host of Entertainment Overload and Emily McFadden of The Cue The Film Podcast.

Be Warned! We will be discussing LOST in a very spoiler heavy context. If you have not seen the series finale or a single episode of LOST, please listen to this bonus episode with extreme discretion and caution.

What are your thoughts on the series finale of LOST? Please email us at CriterionCast@gmail.com. You can also leave us a voicemail message at 347-878-3430. We would like to hear your feedback.

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to their podcast and please leave your reviews in their iTunes feed.

They broadcast every episode LIVE on UStream every Friday @ 7pm EST/4pm PST. Join in on the conversation @ CriterionCast.com/LIVE

Our next episode they will highlight and discuss Criterion #288 Orson Welles’ 1975 film, F For Fake.

Music Credits: The Music Used in This Bonus Episode Was From The LOST Season 1 Score by Michael Giacchino. Buy The Score From Amazon.com.

CriterionCast – Disc 2 – Episode 035.5 – On The Screen And Review Of Ridley Scott’s Robin Hood

Rudie Obias — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:04:19 +0000

Disc 2 episodes are bonus/supplement episodes of The CriterionCast. Rudie Obias, Ryan Gallagher & James McCormick ramble on and on about movies and movie experiences. “On The Screen” is where they discuss anything and everything that has been on their screens in the week. So anything from TV & movies to music & web junk, everything “On The Screen” is up for grabs. This is what they recommend to you, their listeners.

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to their podcast and please leave your reviews in their itunes feed.

Our next episode they will highlight and discuss Criterion Collection #288 Orson Welles’ 1975 film, F For Fake.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue & Also Available On Netflix Watch Instantly!.

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:10; “Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:11 – 01:38; The CriterionCast – Episode 035.5 – Disc 2)

[ON THE SCREEN]

(01:39 – 11:29; Network – Ryan Gallagher)

(11:30 – 19:34; Babies – Ryan Gallagher)

(19:35 – 26:55; LOST – Ryan Gallagher & Rudie Obias)

(26:56 – 31:48; New Jack City – James McCormick)

[FEATURE FILM]

(31:49 – 1:03:32; Robin Hood)

[CREDITS]

(1:03:33 – 1:05:09; Wrap Up, Contact Info & Credits)

(1:05:10 – 1:05:34; Next – Orson Welles’ 1975 film, F For Fake)

(1:05:35 – 1:05:51 ; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(1:05:52 – 1:06:04; Goodbyes)

(1:06:05 – 1:06:52; “Tidal Wave” by Apples In Stereo)

(1:06:53 – 1:07:42; Outtakes)

Music Credits:

Opening Music:

“Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage. Learn more @ TheRAA.com

Closing Music:

“Tidal Wave” by Apples In Stereo. Learn more @ ApplesInStereo.com

CriterionCast – Episode 32.5 – Disc 2 – On The Screen

Rudie Obias — Sat, 01 May 2010 06:03:22 +0000

Disc 2 episodes are bonus/supplement episodes of The CriterionCast. Rudie Obias, Ryan Gallagher & James McCormick ramble on and on about movies and movie experiences. “On The Screen” is where they discuss anything and everything that has been on their screens in the week. So anything from TV & movies to music & web material, everything “On The Screen” is up for grabs. This is what they recommend to you, their listeners.

What do you think of the show? Please send your feed back: CriterionCast@gmail.com or call their voicemail line @ 347.878.3430 or follow them on twitter @CriterionCast or Comment on their blog, http://CriterionCast.com.

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to their podcast and please leave your reviews in their iTunes feed.

They broadcast every episode LIVE on UStream every Friday @ 7pm EST/4pm PST. Join in on the conversation @ CriterionCast.com/LIVE

Our next episode they will highlight and discuss CC #476 David Fincher’s 2008 film, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:10; “Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:11 – 00:58; The CriterionCast – Episode 032.5 – Disc 2)

(00:59 – 09:13; Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure and Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey – Rudie Obias)

(09:14 – 19:44; Micmacs (Micmacs à tire-larigot) – Rudie Obias)

(19:45 – 22:15; Air Force One – James McCormick)

(22:16 – 27:34; Moon – James McCormick)

(27:35 – 37:37; Dr. Who – James McCormick)

(37:38 – 42:45; The Battleship Potemkin – Ryan Gallagher)

(42:46 – 49:15; LOST – Ryan Gallagher & Rudie Obias)

(49:16 – 51:40; Wrap Up & Contact Info)

(51:41 – 51:54; Music Credits)

(51:55 – 52:01; Broadcasting Live Every Friday On UStream)

(52:02 – 52:17; Next – David Fincher’s 2008 film, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button)

(52:18 – 52:32; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(52:33 – 52:44; Goodbyes)

(52:45 – 53:59; “Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls)

(54:00 – 54:14; Outtakes)

Music Credits:

Opening Music:

“Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage. Learn more @ TheRAA.com

Closing Music:

“Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls. Learn more @ FlotationWalls.com

CriterionCast – Disc 2 – Episode 30.5 – On The Screen And Discussion Of DVD Double Dipping With David Bax

Rudie Obias — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 01:28:48 +0000

SPECIAL GUEST: David Bax – The Co-Host for The Battleship Pretension and Previously On Podcast and also a writer for The Quietus.

Topic of Discussion This Week:

Double Dipping DVD Releases

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and please leave your reviews in iTunes.

They broadcast every episode LIVE on Ustream every Friday @ 7pm EST/4pm PST. Join in on the conversation @ CriterionCast.com/LIVE

Our next episode they will highlight and discuss Criterion #004 Federico Fellini’s 1973 film, Amarcord.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue & Also Available Through Netflix Watch Instantly!!

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:10; “Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:11 – 01:10; The CriterionCast – Episode 030.5 – Disc 2)

(01:11 – 03:07; The Secret of Kells – David Bax)

(03:08 – 05:07; Tommy Boy – David Bax)

(05:08 – 12:53; Mulholland Dr. – David Bax)

(12:54 – 14:30; Justified – David Bax)

(14:31 – 18:04; Marvel Essential: Captain America: Volume 1 – David Bax)

(18:05 – 19:00; Anathem – David Bax)

(19:01 – 30:45; LOST – David Bax, Ryan Gallagher & Rudie Obias)

(30:46 – 35:20; Life of Brian @ The IFC Center – James McCormick)

(35:21 – 38:59; Blockbuster/Hollywood Video Store Closings – James McCormick & Ryan Gallagher)

(39:00 – 39:45; Logan’s Run – James McCormick)

(39:46 – 47:27; Scott Pilgrim’s Precious Little Life: Volume 1 – Ryan Gallagher)

(47:28 – 50:31; Bump In The Night – Ryan Gallagher)

(50:32 – 55:00; For the Love of Movies – The Story of American Film Criticism – Ryan Gallagher)

(55:01 – 55:39; A Short Preview of The Tribeca Film Festival – Rudie Obias)

(55:40 – 1:05:10; Topic of Discussion: Double Dipping DVD Releases)

(1:05:11 – 1:06:50; Wrap Up & Contact Info)

(1:06:51 – 1:07:04; Music Credits)

(1:07:05 – 1:07:14; Broadcasting Live Every Friday On UStream)

(1:07:15 – 1:07:31; Next – Federico Fellini’s 1973 film Amarcord)

(1:07:32 – 1:07:51; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(1:07:52 – 1:08:21; Goodbyes)

(1:08:22 – 1:09:37; “Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls)

(1:09:38 – 1:10:14; Outtakes)

Music Credits:

Opening Music:

“Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage. Learn more @ TheRAA.com

Closing Music:

“Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls. Learn more @ FlotationWalls.com

CriterionCast – Episode 026.5 – On the Screen – Listener Feedback – Special Guest: Justin Vactor – Do Some Directors Get A Critical Pass? [Podcast]

Rudie Obias — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 21:04:32 +0000

SPECIAL GUEST: Justin Vactor – The Host of Entertainment Overload and The Geekland Podcast.

Disc 2 episodes are bonus/supplement episodes of The CriterionCast. Rudie Obias, Ryan Gallagher & Travis George ramble on and on about movies and movie experiences. “On The Screen” is where they discuss anything and everything that has been on their screens in the week. So anything from TV & movies to music & web junk, everything “On The Screen” is up for grabs. This is what they recommend to you, their listeners.

Topic of Discussion:

Do Top Tier Directors Get A Critical “Pass”?

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to their podcast and please leave your reviews in their iTunes feed.

They broadcast every episode LIVE on Ustream every Friday @ 7pm EST/4pm PST. Join in on the conversation @ CriterionCast.com/LIVE

Our next episode they will highlight and discuss Criterion #305 Jean Renoir’s Boudu Saved From Drowning.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue & Available Through Netflix Watch Instantly (we recommend the Disc)

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:10; “Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:11 – 02:06; The CriterionCast – Episode 026.5 – Disc 2)

(02:07 – 08:34; Cop Out – Justin Vactor)

(08:35 – 09:54; Bioshock 2 – Justin Vactor)

(09:55 – 14:04; Heavy Rain – Justin Vactor)

(14:05 – 22:09; LOST – Justin Vactor, Rudie Obias & Ryan Gallagher)

(22:10 – 25:59; Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call – New Orleans – Travis George)

(26:00 – 28:04; 10,000 B.C. – Travis George)

(28:05 – 29:34; The Worst Movie Travis George Has Ever Seen!!)

(29:35 – 33:38; Cloverfield – Travis George)

(33:39 – 39:47; The Hurt Locker – Ryan Gallagher)

(39:48 – 42:26; Precious: Based On The Novel “Push” by Sapphire – Ryan Gallagher)

(42:27 – 47:17; The Secret of Kells – Ryan Gallagher)

(47:18 – 50:34; Lola Montes – Ryan Gallagher)

(50:35 – 54:16; Archer – Rudie Obias)

(54:17 – 55:57; Frisky Dingo – Rudie Obias)

(55:58 – 57:59; Shutter Island – Rudie Obias)

(58:00 – 1:05:52; Listener Feedback)

(1:05:53 – 1:09:23; Wrap Up & Contact Info)

(1:09:24 – 1:09:37; Music Credits)

(1:09:38 – 1:09:51; Broadcasting Live Every Friday On Ustream)

(1:09:52 – 1:10:03; Next – Jean Renoir’s Boudu Saved From Drowning – Criterion #305)

(1:10:04 – 1:10:44; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(1:10:45 – 1:11:53; “Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls)

(1:11:54 – 1:13:16; Outtakes)

Also Mentioned:

Michelle Trachtenberg Rappin’ – YouTube Video

Music Credits:

Opening Music:

“Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage. Learn more @ TheRAA.com

Closing Music:

“Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls. Learn more @ FlotationWalls.com

CriterionCast – Episode 25.5 – On the Screen – Cynical Lost Fans – IFC / Criterion Discussion [Podcast]

Rudie Obias — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:15:58 +0000

You are listening to The Criterion Cast: Disc 2 – Episode 025.5

Disc 2 episodes are bonus/supplement episodes of The CriterionCast. Rudie, Ryan and Travis ramble on and on about movies and movie experiences. In a new segment, “On The Screen”, this is where they discuss anything and everything that has been on their screens in the week. So anything from TV & movies to music & web junk, everything “On The Screen” is up for grabs. This is what they recommend to you, the listeners.

Topic of Discussion:

Does IFC fit with The Criterion Collection?

What do you think of our show? Please send your feed back: CriterionCast@gmail.com or call our voicemail line @ 347.878.3430 or follow us on twitter @CriterionCast or Comment on our blog, http://CriterionCast.com.

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and please leave your reviews in our iTunes feed.

We broadcast every episode LIVE on UStream every Friday @ 7pm EST/4pm PST. Join in on the conversation @ CriterionCast.com/LIVE

Our next episode we will highlight and discuss Criterion #157 Wes Anderson’s The Royal Tenenbaums.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue (Also Available Through Netflix Watch Instantly)

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:10; “Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:11 – 00:49; The CriterionCast – Episode 025.5 – Disc 2)

(00:50 – 09:04; Eagle Vs Shark – Travis George)

Order Eagle vs. Shark on Amazon

(09:05 – 14:57; Alone In The Wilderness – Travis George)

Order Alone in the Wilderness on Amazon

(14:58 – 17:14; Reservoir Dogs – Rudie Obias)

Order Reservoir Dogs on Amazon

(17:15 – 17:55; Hunger – Rudie Obias)

Order Hunger on Amazon

(17:56 – 29:56; LOST – Ryan Gallagher)

(29:57 – 33:14; Cloverfield – Ryan Gallagher)

Order Cloverfield on Amazon

(33:15 – 34:56; Travis George Wants To Watch Cobra Now!!)

Order Cobra on Amazon

(34:57 – 41:01; Sunshine – Ryan Gallagher)

Order Sunshine on Amazon

(41:02 – 56:40; Does IFC fit with The Criterion Collection?)

(56:41 – 58:14; Wrap Up & Contact Info)

(58:15 – 58:27; Music Credits)

(58:28 – 58:39; Broadcasting Live Every Friday On UStream)

(58:40 – 58:54; Next – Wes Anderson’s The Royal Tenenbaums – CC #157)

(58:55 – 59:09; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(59:10 – 59:27; Goodbyes)

(59:28 – 1:00:37; “Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls)

(1:00:38 – 1:01:34; Outtakes!!)

Also Mentioned: Defying Gravity – WATCH IT!!

Music Credits:

Opening Music:

“Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage. Learn more @ TheRAA.com

Closing Music:

“Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls. Learn more @ FlotationWalls.com

The CriterionCast – Episode 022.5 – Disc 2

Rudie Obias — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:01:25 +0000

“Disc 2″ episodes are bonus/supplement episodes of The CriterionCast. Rudie, Ryan and Travis ramble on about movies and movie experiences. In “On The Screen” they discuss anything and everything that has been on their screens throughout the week. Anything from TV & movies to music & web material, everything “On The Screen” is up for grabs. This is what they recommend to you, the listeners.

Today’s special guest: Colin Marshall – A blogger for MaximumFun.org and The Host for Marketplace for Ideas and The Barely Literate Podcast.

What do you think of our show? Is there a Criterion film you would like us to review? Please send you’re feed back: CriterionCast@gmail.com or call our voicemail line @ 347.878.3430 or follow us on twitter @CriterionCast or Comment on our blog http://CriterionCast.com

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and please leave your reviews in our iTunes feed.

Our next episode we will discuss Criterion #005 – François Truffaut’s The 400 Blows (Les quatre cents coups).

Add it to your Netflix Queue (it is also available through Netflix Watch Instantly!)

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:10; “Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:11 – 01:04; The CriterionCast – Episode 022.5 – Disc 2)

(01:05 – 03:34; Errol Morris’ Standard Operating Procedure – Colin Marshall)

(03:35 – 07:04; LOST – Ryan Gallagher)

(07:05 – 11:22; Flight of Dragons – Ryan Gallagher)

(11:23 – 15:19; Gamer & Law Abiding Citizen – Ryan Gallagher)

(15:20 – 20:39; Planet Hulk – Ryan Gallagher)

(20:40 – 29:49; John Carpenter’s Starman – Travis George)

(29:50 – 55:12; Sundance Wrap Up – Rudie Obias)

(55:13 – 56:46; Wrap Up & Contact Info)

(56:47 – 56:59; Music Credits)

(57:00 – 57:14; Broadcasting LIVE on UStream)

(57:15 – 57:26; Next – François Truffaut’s The 400 Blows (Les quatre cents coups) – Criterion #005)

(57:27 – 57:42; Follow Along With Us @ CriterionCast.com/Schedule)

(57:43 – 59:07; Goodbyes)

(59:08 – 1:00:16; “Sperm & Egg” by Flotations Walls)

(1:00:17 – 1:01:19; Outtakes!!)

Music Credits:

Opening Music:

“Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage. Learn more @ TheRAA.com

Closing Music:

“Sperm & Egg” by Flotation Walls. Learn more @ FlotationWalls.com

The CriterionCast – Episode 021.5 – Disc 2

Rudie Obias — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:19:48 +0000

Topic of Discussion:

Ozu Vs Avatar & Conan Vs Leno

What do you think of our show? Is there a Criterion Film you would like us to review? Please send you’re feed back: CriterionCast@gmail.com or call our voicemail line @ 347.878.3430 or follow us on twitter @CriterionCast or leave us comments below the post.

Thank you for listening. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and please leave your reviews in our iTunes feed.

Our next episode we will discuss Criterion #045 Next – Abbas Kiarostami’s Taste of Cherry.

Add It To Your Netflix Queue.

Show Notes:

(00:00 – 00:09; “A Rush Apart” by The Rural Alberta Advantage)

(00:10 – 01:02; The CriterionCast – Episode 021.5 – Disc 2)

(01:03 – 04:45; Fantastic Mr. Fox – Rudie Obias)

(04:46 – 08:08; Chuck Season 3 premiere – Rudie Obias)

(08:09 – 15:21; Sharkskin Man & Peach Hit Girl – Travis George)

(15:22 – 15:47; LOST – Ryan Gallagher)

(15:48 – 20:53; The Book of Eli – Ryan Gallagher)

(20:54 – 23:00; Che – Ryan Gallagher – Check out Ryan’s full review of the Che Blu-ray here.)