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On the two hundred and fourth episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are stealing stuff off the raffle table. Christian and Jericho get in front of the mics to talk about a couple entries from the Czech New Wave. First up is Milos Forman's final Czech film, THE FIREMEN'S BALL. Then we discuss the bold debut feature from Vera Chytilova, SOMETHING DIFFERENT. We also discuss beauty pageants, gymnastics, and just a dash of Robert Zemeckis' Pinocchio. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the two hundred and third episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew got no strings to hold them down. Christian and Armando get together to discuss several different versions of their favorite wooden boy for an episode we're calling- Not All Pinocchios. We both love the original Disney classic so we wax poetic on that (and briefly mention the ghoulish live action remake from last year). We also discuss the 2019 live action version featuring Roberto Benigni. Finally, we have a full review discussion of the stop motion passion project, GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO. We also discuss Baby Grinch, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, and playing cards in the afterlife. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the two hundred and second episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST Christian and Jericho are back and ready to rundown their favorite films of last year. We saw less and very different films last year but it's still all good vibes as we name our favorite films, performances, and scenes from 2022. We also look ahead a bit and mention some titles we're anticipating in 2023. We also discuss bodily fluids, classrooms, and the light and dark sides of DA MOVIES.Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the two hundred and first episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are cramming in films and chopping off fingers. For our latest Cram Session we discuss about a dozen films before wrapping up our coverage of 2022 new releases. We talk about THE ETERNAL DAUGHTER, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, A NIGHT OF KNOWING NOTHING, MOONAGE DAYDREAM, BROKER, SEE HOW THEY RUN, GOD'S CREATURES, THIS PLACE RULES, THE GIRL AND THE SPIDER, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, PETER VON KANT, and BABYLON. We also discuss donkeys, gender swapping, and a feckin' bunch of other topics. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On this bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is rounding up a fresh batch of recently discovered favorites. Christian and Jericho celebrate the new year by naming the top 5 old films we watched for the first time in 2022. We cover everything from musicals to horror to silent films with picks from over a 90 year spread. We also discuss whales, full frontal nudity, and Tom Hanks (again). Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the TWO HUNDREDTH episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is celebrating all the F-words. All three of us are back in the virtual garage and gathered around the Flicksmas tree. Christian follows up on some previous promises and Armando shares some quick hit Christmas movie recommendations in a Recently Watched segment. Then, we dig into Steven Spielberg's semi-autobiographical opus, THE FABELMANS. We round out the show with a Merry Flicksmas segment to talk about BLACK GIRL, CHAN IS MISSING, and SHOPLIFTERS.Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the one hundredth and ninety-ninth episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is scared of the Reagan era. For our new release review we discuss James Gray's semi-autobiographical 80s-set coming of age story, ARMAGEDDON TIME. We pair that with a WW2 film also dealing with loss of innocence, Steven Spielberg's forgotten gem, EMPIRE OF THE SUN. We also discuss white pianos, Film Twitter, and unconvincing accents. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the one hundred and ninety-eighth episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew will need their own whale allegory if this episode goes any longer. We review the awards frontrunner, Cate Blanchett vehicle, TAR. We pair that cheekily with a film from Hungarian director Bela Tarr, the enigmatic modern classic, WERCKMEISTER HARMONIES. We also discuss The Prince, accordions, and a bootleg copy of Avatar 2. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the one hundred and ninety-seventh episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew enjoys long walks in the park. We take the opportunity to talk about the latest Park Chan-Wook film and review his romantic mystery film, DECISION TO LEAVE. We pair that with a different kind of park talk by digging into the Robert Altman thriller, THAT COLD DAY IN THE PARK. We also resurrect our Recently Watched segment to share some quick thoughts on The Banshees of Inisherin and Causeway. We also discuss movie stars, bubble baths, and deluxe sushi lunches. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On this special bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are flying with their ankle wings all the back to the biggest movie universe in Hollywood. Christian and Jericho do a quick catchup on where we are in the MCU before talking about the latest entry, BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER. We discuss how the film handles the departure of Chadwick Boseman, praise the continued greatness of the cast and costumes, and wonder what the hell Julia Louis-Dreyfus is doing here. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the one hundred and ninety-sixth episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are setting out on a road trip, with or without an annoying kid. We have discussed Jafar Panahi's films in the past and with his son releasing a debut feature this year we take this opportunity to pair up father and son for this episode. First up is the modern, mysterious road trip film from Panah Panahi, HIT THE ROAD. Then, we go back to one of Jafar Panahi's early films about a man's experience before a robbery in CRIMSON GOLD. We compare the styles each Panahi deploys and the similar thematic areas explored. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On this bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are not have any conversations with fetuses. Andrew Dominik hasn't made a movie in nearly a decade. That, along with us covering several Marilyn Monroe films earlier this year, compelled us to review the Netflix movie, BLONDE. We discuss the aspect ratios, runtime, and a bit of the controversy around the rating. We also discuss Marilyn Monroe as an artist, what agency she could have had at the time, and Adrien Brody of course. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the one hundred and ninety-fifth episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is meeting at the top of the Empire State Building. After some recent success discussing romantic comedies on the show we decide to go back and check out a couple classic titles starring Cary Grant. First up, we gush about the under-discussed comedic gem, THE AWFUL TRUTH. Then, we talk about the influential romantic drama, AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER. We also discuss being on boats, hats, and the busiest dog in Hollywood. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On episode one hundred and ninety-four of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are offering a heaping helping of Hanks talk. Christian and Jericho have been hinting at a Hanks episode for weeks since discussing his beguiling performance in Elvis and now we're here to deliver. First up, is the little seen stand up comedy movie, PUNCHLINE. Then, we talk about what might be the peak of 90s romantic comedies, SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE. Finally, we dig into Hanks' first Oscar-winning performance in PHILADELPHIA. We also discuss Bill Pullman's allergies, buying jokes, and Polish husbands. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On this bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is granting all of your podcast wishes. Christian and Jericho rubbed a little bottle and a romantic epic came out so they had to talk about it. Possible master, George Miller, is back with his first film since his masterpiece, Mad Max: Fury Road, and we dig into the visual feast starring Tilda Swinton and Idris Elba, THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF LONGING. We also discuss Guy Ritchie, giants, and cell phone towers. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the one hundred and ninety-third episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is posing for some family portraits. Christian and Jericho take a trip across the pond to do a Davies Deep Dive on a selection of films from Terrence Davies' filmography. First up, we discuss his semi-autobiographical debut feature, DISTANT VOICES STILL LIVES. Then, we dig into his experimental documentary, OF TIME AND THE CITY. Finally, we review his latest film about a poet during WWI, BENEDICTION. We also discuss Tom Hanks (again), Liverpool, and Steven Spielberg's dad. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

For this special bonus episode the crew are thrusting way too much on network television. We reckon with Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS music-filled biopic. We deep dive on Tom Hanks' antics, the chaotic visuals, and what gen-Z might think of this before spiraling out at the end about what Hanks and/or Pinocchio related episodes we can do in the future. We also discuss Bruce Campbell, the USS Enterprise, and Doja Cat.Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the One hundred and ninety-second episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the Crew celebrates Sad Dad Summer the only way they know how.  Christian and Jericho debut a new theme called The Great and Powerful Ozu. We discuss the long overdue auteur via two films. First we talk about his silent era, would-be kids comedy, I WAS BORN, BUT.... Then, we get into a late period family drama, EQUINOX FLOWER. We also discuss basketball, Cameron Crowe, and home movies. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On the bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew are fish on the line flopping around in the back of the boat. With some absent cohosts, Christian calls on Robert Gassaway (of The Flicksation Podcast) to finally watch some movies from decades past that we remember the VHS boxes from in a new segment - Don't Judge a Film by It's Cover. First film is de Palma's stylish Hitchcock riff, BODY DOUBLE. Then we talk about the only credited screenplay by Carrie Fisher for Mike Nichols', POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE. We sneak in a quick TV Corner segment at the top as well gabbing about The Rehearsal, Better Call Saul, and Barry. We also discuss music videos, blanks, and Sam Rockwell's character from Charlie's Angels. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com 

On this bonus episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST the crew is looking for their own cruise filled with diamonds and Olympic teamsChristian and Jericho take another lap with classic Marilyn Monroe films they've never seen. First, we discuss an iconic musical comedy, GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES. Then, we discuss a late career Monroe produced dramedy, THE PRINCE AND THE SHOWGIRL. We also discuss tiaras, Josh Hader, and courtroom hijinks. Keep in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com