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Welcome to a world of imagination and wonder! On this episode, Alex and Cain dive into a handful of the films of the legendary and unique company, Studio Ghibli. Studio Ghibli is a Japanese-based animation studio that has been around for over 30 years. Some of their films are considered to be the greatest of all-time regardless of live-action or animated. What We Have Been Watching:Candyman (1992 & 2021)The Suicide SquadDonnie DarkoSnake EyesThe Green KnightWhat If?Defending Your LifeThe JerkMemories of MurderCome and SeeStudio Ghibli:Studio's Background - 22:28The Cat Returns - 39:06My Neighbor Totoro - 1:04:13KiKi's Delivery Service - 1:09:38Spirited Away - 1:16:01Howl's Moving Castle - 1:21:11Check out Cain's review website here: https://shotreverseshotfilm.com/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @cinefitspodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comWe are now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvkCd1iqgZyMfBrEvMn85XQ/featuredFollow our Alex on Letterboxd at https://letterboxd.com/alexmcalister/Check us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Episode 24 - Edgar Wright's Three Flavours Cornetto TrilogyCain and Alex return on episode 24 to discuss the wildly entertaining Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy by discussing the films Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End. These three films were written by Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg and hit theaters from 2004 to 2013. You may know Edgar Wright from Scott Pilgrim vs the World and Baby Driver while Simon Pegg is known from his roles in the Mission Impossible films. What We Have Been Watching:LokiBlack WidowZolaPrisonersYoung GunsThe Tomorrow WarNo Sudden MoveI Think You Should Leave Season 2BarryCrashingHoward the DuckThree Flavours Cornetto Trilogy:Shaun of the Dead - 22:50Hot Fuzz - 37:51The World's End - 49:25Empire podcast with Wright and Tarantino - https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/empire-podcast-edgar-wright-and-quentin-tarantino-in-conversation/Check out Cain's review website here: https://shotreverseshotfilm.com/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @cinefitspodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comFollow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Episode 23 - Films Directed by Yorgos LanthimosThe boys are back! This episode, we discuss the films by Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos who is leading the New Greek Wave of cinema. Alex and Cain finally have a few disagreements about these films and discuss what makes Yorgos Lanthimos such a unique and talented director.What We Have Been Watching:The Falcon and The Winter SoldierLokiHerDeath ProofCruellaA Quiet Place 2Saint MaudThe King of Staten IslandFilms Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos:Dogtooth - 25:31Alps - 35:32The Lobster - 40:13The Killing of a Sacred Deer - 52:46The Favourite - 1:01:10Check out Cain's review website here: https://shotreverseshotfilm.com/Follow us on Twitter @cinefitspodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comFollow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Alex and Cain discuss the dark, mysterious world of H.P Lovecraft and the films that have been inspired by his works. We discuss Color Out of Space, Annihilation and other Cosmic Horror films with a focus on Robert Eggers’ sophomore effort, The Lighthouse.What We Have Been Watching:The Falcon and The Winter SoldierNobodyNomadlandAnother RoundSinging in the RainIt's a Wonderful LifeCasablancaYou've Got MailBigLovecraftian Horror - Spoilers:The Re-Animator - 13:43The Void - 14:57Cthulu Mansion - 18:55Color Out Of Space - 20:46Annihilation - 25:15The Lighthouse - 30:49List of films based on works by HP Lovecraft: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Films_based_on_works_by_H._P._LovecraftCheck out Cain's review website here: https://shotreverseshotfilm.com/Follow us on Twitter @cinefitspodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comFollow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

For our 21st episode of Friends With Cinefits, Alex is joined by new co-host Cain as they enter the wonderful and strange world of Twin Peaks and David Lynch’s other works. Join us as we take a dive into Lynch’s iconic filmography with a focus on his 1992 film, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me. We also discuss Eraserhead, Dune, Mulholland Drive and more! What We Have Been Watching:MinariWandaVisionAdaptationSpiderman - Sam Raimi/Tobey MaguirePromising Young WomanDavid Lynch - Spoilers:Eraserhead - 9:22The Elephant Man - 11:07Dune - 13:19Blue Velvet - 14:23The Straight Story - 17:58Mulholland Drive - 20:25Inland Empire - 23:40Shorts (The Alphabet, Six Men Getting Sick (Six Times), Absurda, What Did Jack Do?) - 25:02David Lynch: The Art Life - 26:53Twin Peaks & Fire Walk With Me - 29:15Check out Cain's review website here: https://shotreverseshotfilm.com/Follow us on Twitter @cinefitspodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comFollow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Mason Head joins for his third voyage on the 20th Episode of Friends with Cinefits. We talk about his FAVORITE movie of all time, Steven Spielberg's Ready Player One. Based off of a book by the same name, this movie has been the subject of debate between Mason and I for years now. Tune in to hear us discuss this pop culture orgy and listen to the end for my 100% correct Super Bowl Prediction.Check out Mason's company Valley Vintage on Instagram and Depop - https://www.instagram.com/valley_vintage_co/?hl=en & https://www.depop.com/valleyvintageco/ If you liked this movie, I recommend: Taxi DriverFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

I am joined once again by Austin Ramsey for Episode 19 where we check out Arthur Penn’s Bonnie and Clyde from 1967. Even if you haven’t seen the film, this is a fun episode where we discuss the real life Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, the interesting story behind the production of the movie, and why this film is so iconic.If you liked this movie, I recommend: Taxi DriverFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

For Episode 18 of Friends With Cinefits, I am joined by Brad Anderson of the Not A Bomb Podcast to talk about 1988's Akira based off of a manga of the same name. Tune in for Brad's objection of my 2 point rating of Scream and how Akira came to be one of the most influential Japanese Animes of all time.If you liked this movie, I recommend: Ghost in the ShellFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Welcome back for Episode 17 of Friends with Cinefits, where Jacob Clifton joins to talk about Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen. We discuss Guy Ritchie's return to form as he returns to the British Gangster genre. Listen as we talk about the characters that make this movie charming, a day in the life of a British Teenager, and how to lose 1 pound.If you liked this movie, I recommend: Kingsman: The Secret ServiceFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On our final Holiday movie episode, Erika McAlister returns for our first in-person recording to discuss our lifelong favorite Christmas movie 1996's Jingle All The Way starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. While the film ultimately went down in flames and currently has a 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, Erika and I speak on the redeeming qualities of the film. We talk about the world event that sprouted the idea for this movie as well as the legal issues this film faced. Interview with Director Brian Levant: http://www.thearnoldfans.com/news/2019/12/23/exclusive-interview-with-jingle-all-the-way-director-brian-l.htmlIf you liked this movie, I recommend: The Even Stevens MovieFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On our second Holiday movie episode, Jeanne McAlister joins to talk about one of her favorite films - A Christmas Story from 1983! We discuss the source material the movie is based off of, the failed sequel, and a future psychopath name Ralphie. Since this is the time of year for family, my mother and I discuss my background with Christmas and what our lives were like growing up.If you liked this movie, I recommend: Stand By MeFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

Hoo Hoo Hoo! On our first Christmas episode of Friends with Cinefits, I am joined by lifelong friend Angelica Sauer to discuss Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. This iconic stop-motion animated film from 1993 took over 3 years to produce but has since become a critical and commercial success. We approach this movie from two different views, someone who is a lifelong fan and the other who just watched for the first time. If you liked this movie, I recommend: Winnie the Pooh from 2011Follow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On the 13th Episode of Friends with Cinefits, Alex is joined by Claire Bellina and Kinsey Browning to discuss Rob Reiner's 1987 cult classic The Princess Bride. In this episode, we discuss whether Die Hard is a Christmas film or not, the legend of Andre the Giant and Rodents Of Unusual Size!Claire's podcast - Soccer United: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccer-united/id1541503496Kinsey's Instagram for Gluten Free Water: https://instagram.com/glutenfreewaterrr?igshid=reagb8fnwld9If you liked this movie, I recommend: The Hidden Fortress by Akira KurosawaFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On Episode 12 of Friends with Cinefits, Leobanny Martinez joins to talk about the Foreign Language film that broke records during award season, Bong Joon-Ho's Parasite from 2019. Listen to hear our first sound effect, a discussion of class and wealth, and the evil of peaches.If you liked this movie, I recommend: Train to BusanFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On Episode 11 of Friends with Cinefits, Cain Dennis joins once again to discuss Ari Aster's Midsommar. We discuss whether this is a horror movie or a twisted fairy tale, deteriorating relationships, and of course, Florence Pugh again! Listen to find out why this is my favorite movie of all time!Check out Cain's review website here: https://shotreverseshotfilm.com/ Cain's band 'A Modest Proposal' can be found wherever you listen to music, but here is the Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/album/76ihSMkrVRYtLrPbG0s12v?si=Ma7MOnm6Qha3bJwaY2kIBAIf you liked this movie, I recommend: The Wicker Man (1973)Follow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

For Episode 10 of Friends with Cinefits, Veronica Inkenbrandt joins Alex to discuss Greta Grewig's Little Women from 2019. This film follows the four sisters of the March family over eight years that spans two books based on her own life by Louisa May Alcott. For the Florence Pugh lovers out there, we spend a lot of time gushing over her performance as Amy March. Check out this amazing film that was nominated for numerous Oscar's including Best Picture.If you liked this movie, I recommend: Portrait of a Lady on FireFollow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Follow our list on LetterBoxd of the movies we have reviewed and their recommendations at https://boxd.it/8HaXmCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

In our final Horror-themed episode of Friends with Cinefits for October of 2020, Alex is joined once again by Mason Head to discuss The Shining. But wait a moment, it looks like we have a 3 person episode! Mason's roommate, Gabe Rohleder, also takes part in Episode 9! Listen as Alex tries to convince his guests on the brilliance of this movie. Some topics discussed are Kubrick's techniques to get the most out of his actors, moon landing conspiracies, and is The Shining just a Wendy's marketing ploy?? You be the judge!If you like the discussion and want to read more on the deeper details of The Shining, check out http://www.mstrmnd.com/log/802Check out Mason's company Valley Vintage on Instagram and Depop - https://www.instagram.com/valley_vintage_co/?hl=en & https://www.depop.com/valleyvintageco/Follow us on Twitter @CinefitsPodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On Episode 8 of Friends with Cinefits, Mason Head joins to discuss Jordan Peele's 2017 horror film Get Out. With his directorial debut, Jordan Peele made the jump from a sketch comedian to winning Best Original Screenplay. If you are looking to unwind this weekend, take a drink every time we name a movie that Mason says he hasn't seen.Check out Mason's company Valley Vintage on Instagram and Depop - https://www.instagram.com/valley_vintage_co/?hl=en & https://www.depop.com/valleyvintageco/Follow us on Twitter @CinefitsPodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On Episode 7 of Friends with Cinefits, Drake Davenport joins the show to discuss 1996's Scream directed by Wes Craven. We discuss the rules of being in a horror film and the real life incidents that inspired this movie. Additionally, Drake is confronted for his love of horror and how he might be the next Ghostface.Follow us on Twitter @CinefitsPodEmail us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.comCheck us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!

On the second SPOOKY edition of Friends with Cinefits, I am joined by my mother, Jeanne McAlister, to discuss Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 film The Birds. We talk about a variety of topics from classic horror tropes, Jeanne's opinions of my ex-girlfriends, and birds, of course. Join the movement - https://birdsarentreal.com/ Follow us on Twitter @CinefitsPod Email us at FriendsWithCinefits@gmail.com Check us and our other shows out online at https://www.notabombpodcast.com/ Thank you to Ray McAlister for our theme music!