What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 27 - Miami Connection

In another exciting episode of What I've Learned From Film, we tackle Miami Connection, a recently re-released martial arts movie that has a ridiculous story behind it all. We discuss the audience for these types of throwback films, rediscovered films in general, and taekwondo masters who make their own movies.

Joining me in this action-packed extravaganza is Josh Beekman (http://joshhwwaaaaaa.blogspot.com)

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 26 - Skyfall

In a brand new episode of What I've Learned From Film, James Bond's latest foray into the cinematic world, Skyfall is beaten, prodded, and evaluated. But it is deemed fit for 007 status? How does it fit into the rest of the James Bond filmography? Does it live up to the hype? Do James and M finally get married?

Joining me this episode is special guest Josh Beekman (http://joshhwwaaaaaa.blogspot.com/).

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 25 - Samsara

For the very special 25th episode of What I've Learned From Film, we discuss the new visual feast that is called Samsara, a beautiful film that is dialogue-free and tells a story only through what we see. Joining me in our FIRST episode about a documentary is none other than (yup, you guessed it!) Josh Beekman.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 24 - The Expendables 2

This week, we kick up the testosterone to infinity as we gun down The Expendables 2 in the latest episode of the What I've Learned From Film podcast. The Expendables 2 features an all-star cast of action heroes including Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Chuck Norris, Jason Statham and plenty more.

So is it an event worth watching? Or is the action lame and the story even lamer? Have a listen as special guest Josh Beekman and I grab our guns and blow everything to smithereens.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 23 - The Bourne Legacy

In the latest episode of What I've Learned From Film, we crash through windows and man handle The Bourne Legacy, co-written and directed by Tony Gilroy, starring Jeremy Renner and Rachel Weisz. Does it continue the Bourne franchise in a respectable manner or should this film have never been...BOURNE??!! (rimshot...silence...regret).

 I am joined by Blackbriar agents Darele Ray, Josh Beekman, and Leo Cortes. This mission, should you choose to accept it, will...er...wait, wrong movie.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 22 - The Dark Knight Rises

Holy smokes, Bat readers! The third (and final?) Batman movie in Christopher Nolan's trilogy has finally arrived in theaters everywhere and we were obligated to give this film not the podcast it needs, but the one it DESERVES. The Dark Knight Rises (starring Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Michael Caine, and Morgan Freeman) had a lot to live up to after the gargantuan success of The Dark Knight. So is it the epic climax that everyone wished it to be? Or is it riddled with plot holes that renders it a giant mess?

Joining me in my fight against Bane are special guests Darele Ray and Josh Beekman.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 21 - The Amazing Spiderman

In this week's episode of What I've Learned From Film, we tackle the new Sony reboot of The Amazing Spiderman, directed by Marc Webb and starring Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Martin Sheen, Sally Field and Dennis Leary. Special guest Josh Beekman joins me as we discuss the merits of a so-soon reboot, motivations of a teenage super hero, and just exactly how a one-armed scientist carries lab equipment to the bottom of the sewer with no one noticing.

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What I've Learned From FIlm - Ep. 20 - Prometheus

Hello, humans. What I've Learned From Film is back with a brand new episode where we discuss the mysterious new sci-fi drama from Ridley Scott, Prometheus, starring Noomi Repace, Charlize Theron and Michael Fassbender. Special guest Josh Beekman joins me as we venture out into space beyond the stars and discover whether robots can be trusted, if our own curious nature will end us all, and ponder what death will feel like. Fun stuff, perfect for the summer!

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 19 - The Five Year Engagement

In this week's episode of What I've Learned From Film, we discuss The Five Year Engagement, the new film directed by Nicholas Stoller and co-written by him along with Jason Segal (who also stars with Emily Blunt). Special guest Amber Bartlett and I discuss whether this film is a new direction in romantic comedies or just the same old, same old we're used to.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 18 - The Avengers

In this week's episode of What I've Learned From Film, we discuss what may be the biggest film of all of 2012, The Avengers. Five separate Marvel films have been leading to this epic superhero team up...but is it worth your time? (Hint: Yes. Yes it is)

Listen as special guest Josh Beekman and I dive into a lengthy discussion about the villains, individual Avenger screentime,  and even how this whole film came to fruition.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 17 - Cabin in the Woods

Horror fans, rejoice! In this week's episode of What I've Learned From Film, we discuss the new horror/comedy film Cabin in the Woods, written by Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard and directed by the latter. This film also stars Chris Hemsworth who coincidentally plays Thor in The Avengers (which is written/directed by Joss Whedon).

So does it live up to the hype? Or is this about as interesting as a heap of dead corpses? Find out as we discuss the current state of horror films and how Cabin in the Woods fits into this picture.

Special guest: Josh Beekman

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 16 - The Hunger Games

Ladies and gentlemen! Today, we discuss The Hunger Games, the highly anticipated film based on a huge-selling series of novels. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Elizabeth Banks, Donald Sutherland, Woody Harrelson and Lenny Kravitz, the film is set in a futuristic society where the rich Capitol oppresses other districts by forcing 24 kids to kill each other in a high-concept tournament. How realistic is it? Find out as we dissect the film in a tournament of our own. I am joined by special guest Amber Bartlett.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 15 - 21 Jump Street

This week, we discuss the new action/comedy film 21 Jump Street (which is a remake of an old TV show starring a baby-faced Johnny Depp). Starring Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, Ice Cube, and Dave Franco; Written by Michael Becall with a story by Michael Becall & Jonah Hill.

We discuss the nostalgia for high school, the highs and lows of it all and whether or not it would be good to revisit it. If you had a chance, what would you do differently in high school knowing what you know now? Joining me on this episode is special guest Josh Beekman.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 14 - Warhorse (Oscar Roundup)

As part of our Oscar Roundup series, we take a look at Warhorse, the new Steven Spielberg directed film that was nominated for Best Picture. Is it a genuinely affective heart tugger or a boring, schmaltzy drag? Find out as I'm joined by horse expert and special guest Amber Bartlett!

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 13 - Midnight in Paris (Oscar Roundup)

In our latest Oscar Roundup episode, we discuss Best Picture-nominee Midnight in Paris, starring Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates and written/directed by Wood Allen.  Special guest Josh Beekman joins me as we discuss nostalgia, happiness, and 1920's Paris.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 12 - Moneyball (Oscar Roundup)

In this episode, we discuss Moneyball, the baseball film starring Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, and Philip Seymour Hoffman. As part of our Oscar Roundup, we dive into the themes presented by this film, from thinking outside of the box to tackling age old ideals that may or may not be outdated. I am joined by special guest Josh Beekman.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 11 - The Help (Oscar Roundup)

We continue our Oscar Roundup series of podcasts by discussing the film The Help, starring Bryce Dallas-Howard, Emma Stone, Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer. The film, based on a popular novel of the same name, was controversial when it first debuted last year due to it's take on pre-civil rights era maids in America. Does it do its subject matter justice? Or is it all just cotton candy fluff?

Joining me on this episode are special guests Frank Smith and Josh Beekman.

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 10 - The Grey

In this episode of What I've Learned From Film, we dive into the wolf pit of The Grey, a new philosophical-survival film starring Liam Neeson and co-written/directed by Joe Carnahan. Joining me in my wolf-punching is Josh Beekman as we tackle themes of suicide, survival, and who we think about in our dying moments. Bring the kids!

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What I've Learned From Film - Ep. 09 - The Artist (Oscar Roundup)

Hello folks, we are back! What I've Learned From Film is the podcast where we discuss films along with how they intersect and reflect on life itself. In this week's episode, we dive into The Artist, a modern day silent film that is poised to potentially win a few Oscars. We talk about the inevitability of change, what it takes to do something you love, and the evolving world of cinema itself.

Special guests include Josh Barker, Josh Beekman and Devon Robinson.

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