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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