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Beyond The Frame

Ryan Vanderhei, Joe Parente & Heidi Roodvoets

76 episodes

6 days ago

In this episode, we discuss the 2025 foreign language film 'It Was Just an Accident'. This film is directed by Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi and was this year's Palme d'Or winner at the Cannes Film Festival. Panahi made this film in secret without authorization from the Iranian government. Some of the film's content is based on his own experiences and those of his fellow inmates he met while imprisoned in Evin Prison in Tehran. We round out our discussion by breaking down the penultimate sce...

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In this episode, we discuss the 2025 foreign language film 'It Was Just an Accident'. This film is directed by Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi and was this year's Palme d'Or winner at the Cannes Film Festival. Panahi made this film in secret without authorization from the Iranian government. Some of the film's content is based on his own experiences and those of his fellow inmates he met while imprisoned in Evin Prison in Tehran. We round out our discussion by breaking down the penultimate sce...

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Beyond The Frame

'It Was Just an Accident' And What it Means to Truly Confess

In this episode, we discuss the 2025 foreign language film 'It Was Just an Accident'. This film is directed by Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi and was this year's Palme d'Or winner at the Cannes Film Festival. Panahi made this film in secret without authorization from the Iranian government. Some of the film's content is based on his own experiences and those of his fellow inmates he met while imprisoned in Evin Prison in Tehran. We round out our discussion by breaking down the penultimate sce...

1 week ago

40 minutes

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'Steve' And Giving When You're Already On Empty

In this video we give our movie review of the 2025 hidden gem 'Steve' out now on Netflix. The film stars an extraordinary cast led by Cillian Murphy, Jay Lycurgo, Simbi Ajikawo, and Emily Watson. It is based on the 2023 novella written by author Max Porter. It is a heartwarming story about love, passion, commitment, mental health, and so much more. We break down the film's cinematography, production design, performances, music, and storytelling. And we round out our discussion by breaking dow...

2 weeks ago

49 minutes

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'Tron: Ares' And The Weight of Legacy

In this episode, we discuss the 2025 Disney film Tron: Ares directed by Joachim Rønning (Bourne Identity) and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, and Jeff Bridges. We break down the film's thematic message of legacy, and how it is both a source of motivation and a weight for characters Eve Kim (Greta Lee) and Julian Dillinger (Evan Peters). Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Heidi Roodvoets discuss if they feel a sense of legacy in their own lives and how that affects the way they live. Do you...

3 weeks ago

38 minutes

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'The Lost Bus' And The Value Of Altruism In Society

In this episode, we discuss the 2025 Apple TV film The Lost Bus directed by Paul Greengrass (Bourne Identity) and starring Matthew McConaughey, America Ferrera, and Yul Vasquez. We break down the important thematic messaging in the movie of altruism, and how lead characters Kevin McKay and Mary Ludwig put the lives of 22 children above themselves. If the world had more people like Kevin and Mary, it would be a MUCH better place. Would you consider yourself an altruistic person?

3 weeks ago

46 minutes

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'The Smashing Machine' And What It Really Means To Have Someone's Back

In this episode of beyond the frame hosts Joe, Ryan, and Heidi, discuss the 2025 A24 indie film 'The Smashing Machine' directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Ryan Bader. We give our honest reviews, reactions, and thoughts on the performances and craftsmanship of the film. We also break down the theme of what it really means to have someone's back and how that theme is expressed in the movie.

1 month ago

51 minutes

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'The Master' And Wondering If It's Possible To Live Life Without One

A film analysis and movie breakdown of the 2012 film 'The Master'. In this episode we explore the question the master asks us: Is it possible to live life without a master? Paul Thomas Anderson's magnum opus is an extraordinary cinematic achievement that explores human struggle, belief, cultism, and so much more.

1 month ago

41 minutes

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One Battle After Another And Finding Out What Really Motivates You

In this episode we give our unfiltered movie review and movie reaction to the 2025 film One Battle After Another directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Chase Infiniti, Benicio del Toro, and Teyana Taylor.

1 month ago

44 minutes

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'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' And Why You Can't Protect Yourself From Life

A reaction and review of the 2025 romantic comedy movie A Big Bold Beautiful Journey directed by Kogonada and starring Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Is this what happens when you try to re create La La Land? Is this the worst rom com ever made? Gen Z and Gen X come together in this video to give their unfiltered take on the movie.

1 month ago

47 minutes

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'The Long Walk' And Bonding Through Traumatic Experiences

1 month ago

57 minutes

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"Superman" And Choosing Between Who You Are & Who You're Told To Be | Ep 68

Review of the 2025 Blockbuster, Superhero movie Superman directed by James Gunn and starring David Corensweat, Rachael Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult. Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente give their in depth analysis and official reviews of the film.

3 months ago

43 minutes

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'Jurassic World Rebirth' And The Death Of The Film Industry | EP. 66

Review of the 2025 blockbuster movie Jurassic World Rebirth directed by Gareth Edwards and starring Scarlet Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey. Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente give their in depth analysis and official reviews of the film.

4 months ago

29 minutes

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'28 Years Later' And The Loss Of Innocence | EP. 65

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Joe Parente and Ryan Vanderhei discuss the 2025 horror film 28 Years Later directed by Danny Boyle, written by Alex Garland, and starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes. They each give their unfiltered review of the movie, compare their letterboxd scores, learn some fun facts behind the filming, discuss how the theme of the loss of innocence is explored in the film and in their own lives, and give some killer recommendations....

4 months ago

48 minutes

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'F1 The Movie' And Finding Common Ground | EP. 64

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente discuss the 2025 blockbuster film 'F1 The Movie'. They each give their review, break down certain scenes and elements of the film, give an in depth analysis of the theme of finding common ground, go over some fun facts, and give some quick recommendations.

4 months ago

45 minutes

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'Portrait Of A Lady On Fire' (2019) And How Not All Love Is Meant To Last | EP. 63

Review of the 2019 french indie film Portrait of a Lady on fire directed by Celine Sciamma and starring Adele Haenel and Noemie Merlant. Hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente discuss how it teaches us that not all love lasts, and that's okay. We break down some of the films most extraordinary imagery, riveting scenes, and outstanding performances. We also discuss love lost in our own lives and leave you with some heartwarming recommendations.

4 months ago

36 minutes

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'My Summer Of Love" And Living In Reality Over Fantasy | EP. 62

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente discuss the 2004 indie film 'My Summer Of Love' and how it teaches us to live in reality, not fantasy. We explore some of our favorite scenes from the film, break down the film's most crucial elements, and discuss our own experiences with living in fantasy versus reality. Plus, we give some fantastic recommendations!

4 months ago

42 minutes

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'The Life Of Chuck' And Living Your Life To The Fullest | EP. 61

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente discuss the 2025 Stephen King adaptation 'The Life Of Chuck' and how it teaches us to make the most of the life that we have been given. We give our review of the film, discuss some of the more poignant themes, explore what the theme means in the context of our own lives, and give some spectacular reviews.

4 months ago

45 minutes

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'Call Me By Your Name' And Being More Compassionate With Others

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, kicking off our month of June discussing LGBTQ+ films, hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente break down the 2017 indie film 'Call Me By Your Name' and how it teaches us how we can be more compassionate with others. We gush over some of our favorite scenes from the film, explore compassion in our own lives, and give some stellar indie recommendations.

4 months ago

44 minutes

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'The Phoenician Scheme' And Redeeming Yourself

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente discuss the 2025 Wes Anderson film 'The Phoenician Scheme' and how it teaches us about personal redemption. We discuss some of our favorite moments from the film, have an in depth discussion about Wes and his style, and give some super recommendations.

4 months ago

42 minutes

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'Locke' And Owning Up To Your Mistakes

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Joe Parente and Ryan Vanderhei discuss the 2013 A24 indie film 'Locke' and how it teaches us that the best thing to do is take accountability for our actions. We revel over Tom Hardy's acting, break down the one location shooting, discuss some poignant scenes from the film, and give some stellar indie recommendations.

5 months ago

48 minutes

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'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning' And The Ripple Effect Your Choices Have

On today's episode of Beyond The Frame, hosts Ryan Vanderhei and Joe Parente discuss the 2025 popcorn flick and finale to the franchise 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning'. We specifically dive into how it teaches us that the choices we make in our life have a far greater ripple effect than we realize. We give our honest thoughts on the movie, discuss some poignant scenes, and give some action packed recommendations.

5 months ago

42 minutes