It's showtime folks. Get ready to dive into the world of theater and dance as Bobby and Brian discuss the 1979 musical drama "All That Jazz" on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast. Directed by Bob Fosse and starring Roy Scheider, the film is loosely based on Fosse's own life as a director and choreographer. Our hosts delve into the themes of the movie, including the sacrifices one makes in the pursuit of art and the perils of overindulgence. They also explore the cast's performances and the impact of the film's innovative editing and cinematography. Join us for this fascinating discussion on the life and legacy of Bob Fosse, and where "All That Jazz" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #allthatjazz #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast
Join Bobby and Brian on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as they continue their Artist at a Crossroads series by reviewing the 2021 musical drama "tick, tick...BOOM!" directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda. This film adaptation of the semi-autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson stars Andrew Garfield, Alexandra Shipp, and Vanessa Hudgens. Our hosts discuss the themes of the movie, including the struggles of pursuing a career in the arts and the pressures of turning 30, as well as the performances of the cast. They also delve into the tragic backstory of Jonathan Larson, who tragically passed away on the eve of the first preview of his groundbreaking musical "Rent." Tune in to this insightful discussion as we explore the legacy of Larson and where "tick, tick...BOOM!" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #ticktickboom #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast
Join Bobby and Brian on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as they kick off their new series, Artist at a Crossroads, by reviewing the 1998 film "Shakespeare in Love." This romantic comedy-drama, which stars Joseph Fiennes and Gwyneth Paltrow, is one of Brian's all-time favorite films. It also stirred up controversy when it won the Best Picture Oscar over "Saving Private Ryan." Our hosts delve into the film's plot, performances, and production, exploring what made it such a success and why it generated such a strong reaction from critics and audiences alike. Tune in to this fascinating discussion as we examine the intersection of art and commerce, and where "Shakespeare in Love" ranks on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #ShakespeareInLove #ArtistAtACrossroads #FiftyFilmsPodcast
Join Bobby and Brian on this episode of the Fifty Films podcast as they review and rank the 2022 film "Women Talking" for our Best Picture series. Directed by Sarah Polley and based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Miriam Toews, the movie features a star-studded cast including Frances McDormand, Rooney Mara, and Claire Foy. The film centers around a group of women from a Mennonite colony who must decide whether to stay and fight or leave after they discover they have been repeatedly drugged and raped by men from their community. Our hosts discuss the film's themes of female empowerment, faith, and community, as well as its direction and performances, to determine where it lands on our list of the Top 50 Movies of all time. Tune in now to find out! Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #WomenTalking #SarahPolley #MiriamToews #BestPictureSeries #FiftyFilmsPodcast
"In this latest episode of the Fifty Films podcast, Bobby and Brian review the 2022 film "The Fabelmans" and determine its place among the Top 50 Movies of all time. Written and directed by Steven Spielberg, this semi-autobiographical film explores the life of a young boy growing up in a Jewish family in the 1950s. Our hosts delve into the film's themes, direction, cinematography, and performances to deliver their verdict on its rank. Tune in now to find out where "The Fabelmans" lands on our list! Follow us on Instagram at @fiftyfilmspod for more movie news and updates. #TheFabelmans #StevenSpielberg #BestPictureSeries #FiftyFilmsPodcast"
In our latest episode, we review Todd Field's 2022 film Tár for our Best Picture series and discuss where it ranks among the greatest films of all time. We also delve into Cate Blanchett's Oscar-nominated performance and analyze how it contributes to the film's overall impact.
As always, we bring our passion for film and years of experience to the discussion as we debate the strengths and weaknesses of this thought-provoking and visually stunning movie.
Join us as we explore the themes, cinematography, and performances of Tár, and compare it to other films that have stood the test of time. Will Tár and Blanchett's performance make the cut for our list of the best films of all time? Tune in to find out!
Be sure to subscribe to our podcast and follow us on social media for updates on future episodes and to join in on the conversation. Thank you for joining us on this cinematic journey. #BestPictureSeries #Tár #CateBlanchett #OscarNominated #FilmReview #FilmRanking #BestFilmsOfAllTime
In the latest episode of the Fifty Films podcast, Bobby and Brian dive into "The Banshees of Inisherin" and discuss its place among the Top 50 Movies of all time. This emotionally charged film, featuring a star-studded cast including Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, and Barry Keoghan, explores themes of grief, forgiveness, and redemption. Join our hosts as they analyze the film's direction, performances, and overall impact to determine its rank on our list. Don't miss this exciting episode! Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #TheBansheesofInisherin #BestPictureSeries #FiftyFilmsPodcast"
"In this latest episode of the Fifty Films podcast, Bobby and Brian tackle the film "Everything Everywhere All at Once". This thought-provoking film explores themes of family, mortality, and our obligations to each other. The hosts delve into the impact of these themes on the film's overall message and rank its place among the Top 50 Movies of all time. With a special guest appearance by John Hampson of Nine Days, who's song "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)" is featured prominently in the film, this episode is not to be missed! Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Tiktok: @fiftyfilms #EverythingEverywhereAllAtOnce #Family #Mortality #FiftyFilmsPodcast #JohnHampson"
Join hosts Bobby Shortle and Brian Verderosa as they kick off the Best Picture series on the Fifty Films podcast with a discussion of "Top Gun Maverick". Starring Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, and Jennifer Connelly, the hsots debate whether "Top Gun" deserves a spot in the Top 50 Movies of all time. Bobby and Brian will analyze the storyline, acting, direction, and overall impact to determine its place in cinematic history. Tune in now and share your thoughts with us on social media! Twitter: @fiftyfilmspod Instagram: @fiftyfilms #TopGunMaverick #BestPictureSeries #Top50Films #FiftyFilmsPodcast"
In this episode of 50 Films, hosts Brian Verderosa and Bobby Shortle take on the 2007 legal thriller, Michael Clayton. Directed by Tony Gilroy and starring George Clooney, this film follows a "fixer" at a top New York law firm who becomes embroiled in a dangerous case involving a corporate whistleblower.
Brian and Bobby will delve into the themes of morality and corruption in the legal system, as well as discussing the strong performances from the cast, particularly George Clooney's portrayal of the titular character. They will also consider the film's place in the larger cinematic landscape of the 2000s, and whether it deserves a spot on the list of the 50 best films of all time.
Join us for a lively discussion as we determine whether Michael Clayton is a modern classic or just another legal thriller. Tune in to 50 Films to find out if it makes the cut on our ultimate list of the 50 greatest films of all time.
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Fifty Films is the podcast that tries to build the list of the 50 essential videos you need to see in your life. We try to bring layered, thoughtful and fun criticisms to all the films we watch. The goal is to do so with out nostalgia or recency bias. Join us on this journey and see if we succeed! On this episode 0 we build the initial list of Fifty Films that we will work off of. Here is a link to view the current list of Fifty Films https://letterboxd.com/fiftyfilms/list/the-fifty/
