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Grab your maps and your history books! We're going on a time heist! Jacob brings Emily a memorable favorite film, Time Bandits. Join them as they discuss God, evil, lyrical roasts, and the tremendous unsung talents of little actors. (Part 1 of 2 of the Terry Gilliam episodes)
Episode timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
19:00 - Concession Stand
23:10 - Intermission
24:28 - Talking About the Story
40:20 - Behind the Scenes Stories
54:28 - Time Bandits Series
58:23 - Little Actors, Big Roles
1:05:38 - Review
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Emily treats Jacob to a sunny day on Sesame Street where Big Bird is the star of his very own movie. Follow along as they discuss their love of Jim Henson, workplace flooding, and the logistics of putting on a city-wide mushroom parade.
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They're making a list and checking it twice. Follow along this festive season with Jacob and Emily as they plan their traditional Christmas movie advent and discuss as many films as they can. Who will make the cut this year? Is Emily finally ready to accept Die Hard as a Christmas movie? Can Jacob handle Tim Allen's weird energy? Or will this year's theme be "Oops, all Christmas Carols!!!"
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Jacob takes Emily on a drug trip in the 1971 animated movie, The Point. Relive Jacob's weird childhood memories, learn about the dos and don'ts of film restoration, and ponder together what the POINT of it all is.
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Prepare for a descent into the depths of madness as Jacob and Emily explore the horrors and wild imagination of the animation legend, Phil Tippett, in his stop motion masterpiece that took 30 years to complete!
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Cuddle up with a warm drink and a fuzzy blanket for this one as Emily bring John Carpenter's chilling sci-fi/horror classic, The Thing (1982). Emily and Jacob discuss the finely crafted props, bleak plot, and copious amounts of lube essential to the success of the film. Discover what happens when you throw 12 men and a Thing from another world together in a research station deep in the Antarctic. Spoilers: It isn't anything like The Bachelor.
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Jacob brings a Christmas family tradition to the podcast and reveals some of the secrets of puppetry and the history of the Jim Henson Company. Sit back and enjoy Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas, a hidden gem with a wholesome story and a surprisingly complex production. Emily recounts their days as puppeteers and recoils at the nasty beverage Jacob brings to the show.
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Emily brings some cozy Fall vibes with Wes Anderson’s stop motion masterpiece, Fantastic Mr.Fox. Jacob breaks down the behind the scenes and rants about animation software. Put on your sweaters and grab a hot drink as they celebrate a decade of love together by talking about one of their favorite animated films.
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Jacob shows his affinity for the creepy and macabre to Emily by watching 9. A film that pulls no punches and stands out for its dark themes in an industry that usually focuses on children's media. Come explore the masterful filmmaking and storytelling in this surprising hidden gem, as well as the incredible story of how it was made. Just make sure you don't put any strange magical devices in weird places.
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Jacob and Emily finish the first season of Rings of Power. How do things stack up in the end? Is this series worth it? How does budget affect quality in media productions? And what should we look for in good character writing? Listen along and reflect on Jeff Bezos' Lord of the Rings fan fiction.
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It's a wonderful night for eyebrows as Emily shows Jacob a different kind of horror. The Grinch lore deepens in the animated prequel to the beloved classic, Dr. Seuss story. Is that a sour sweet wind I smell or just my brain after watching this forgotten media? Then reminisce about your childhood days at the McDonald's play-place with a cartoon special from the animators of Rugrats and The Wild Thornberry's. Do you think dogs should have human eyes, lips, and teeth? And will our cat, Suki, terrorize our home this entire episode?
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Jacob and Emily are back for more Middle Earth adventures. How does costuming affect story? What's the balance between realism and film choreography in combat? How close can YOU get to a volcano without dying? And will Disa's new table mess with the feng shui of her home?
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He who controls the spice, controls the UNIVERSE!!! Jacob introduces Emily to the vast and complex world of Dune. Complete with giant sand worms, horny Harkonens, voice guns, juice-box mice, and... WAIT, that's not in the book!
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Jacob and Emily return for more Rings of Power. Do our conspiracy theories hold any merit? Who is Orc Daddy? And when is Disa's next album dropping?
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Emily shares her love of dinosaurs with Jacob as we flash back to the 90s for an animated adventure. Hotdog loving dinos and parent-hating Brooklyn kids may drive the plot, but time traveling brothers, fircuses, and mystical crows will keep you wondering what this film is really about. You’ll love it so much you could just… lay an egg.
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In a surprise special series, Jacob and Emily watch through the first two episodes of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power.
Is it as bad as they say? Or is there something more to this VERY expensive show? Tune in and find out!
This kickoff episode is a bit longer, so each section is timestamped below.
00:00:00 intro
00:05:30 weird snacks and drinks
00:12:15 initial thoughts and the ROP Production
00:35:18 intermission
00:38:00 analysis
01:05:41 final thoughts and review
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Move over Multiverse of Madness, there's a new kid on the block! Jacob and Emily kick off the show with a reality-bending, mind-warping family drama action film that's.....well...a little bit of Everything Everywhere All At Once. From hot dog fingers to fanny pack fights, and a touching story at heart, it's going to be a wild ride!
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Jacob and Emily introduce themselves and the podcast. Welcome to the show!
