The Week That Was, Issue 10

December 28, 2015 – January 3, 2016 Monday, December 28, 2015 1) The Room (2003) Why I watched: Included in a list of the worst films. Impression: Johnny’s (Tommy Wiseau) fiancée Lisa seduces his best friend, Mark (Greg Sestero), intending to use Johnny for financial support while continuing the affair. When Johnny’s future prospects deteriorate, Lisa coldly… Continue reading The Week That Was, Issue 10

In Back to the Future Part II, Why didn’t anyone tell Marty Bill Cosby was a rapist, Hulk Hogan was a racist, and Donald Trump might be President?: A look back at 2015

In 2015, Cuba and the United States resumed diplomatic relations; Volkswagen admitted to widespread cheating of emission testing; “Hello” by Adele became the first song to record over one million digital copies in a week; Saturday Night Live celebrated its 40th anniversary; Charlie Sheen confirmed he was HIV positive; In Obergefell v. Hodges, the United States… Continue reading In Back to the Future Part II, Why didn’t anyone tell Marty Bill Cosby was a rapist, Hulk Hogan was a racist, and Donald Trump might be President?: A look back at 2015

The Quest – Episode 8

In this episode, Ben and I briefly look back at 2015, before turning our attention towards what’s coming up in 2016 and beyond. In case you’re interested, here’s the video we talk about at the beginning of this episode, The Dancing Pig (1907).

The Week That Was, Issue 9

December 21, 2015 – December 27, 2015 Monday, December 21, 2015 1) The Passenger (1975) Why I watched: In Empire’s list of the top 500 films of all time. Impression: Wanting a chance to start a new life, British-American journalist David Locke (Jack Nicholson) assumes the identity of the deceased Mr. Robertson, only to discover Robertson was a notorious… Continue reading The Week That Was, Issue 9

One thousand nine hundred and fifteen trips around the sun: A look back at 1915

In 1915: The first transcontinental telephone call took place; The Rocky Mountain National Park was established; The US Congress designated the US Coast Guard as a military branch; Typhoid Mary was placed in a quarantine; The Vancouver Millionaires defeated the Ottawa Senators to win the Stanley Cup; Babe Ruth hit his first career home run; Leo Frank was lynched for the alleged… Continue reading One thousand nine hundred and fifteen trips around the sun: A look back at 1915

The Quest – Episode 7

In this episode of The Quest, Ben and I discuss Star Wars, our expectations for the new film, and our initial thoughts after watching The Force Awakens.

The Week That Was, Issue 8

December 14, 2015 – December 20, 2015 Monday, December 14, 2015 1) Swords and Hearts (1911) Why I watched: Attempting to watch at least 15 movies released in every year of the twentieth century. Impression: D.W. Griffith loved the Civil War era. He was born in 1875 in Kentucky, and you get the impression he grew up… Continue reading The Week That Was, Issue 8

The Week That Was, Issue 7

December 7, 2015 – December 13, 2015 Monday, December 7, 2015 1) Le Cercle Rouge (1970) Why I watched: In Empire‘s list of the top 500 films. Impression: Recently released from prison, Corey (Antoine Delon) meets escaped prisoner Vogel in the countryside as he avoids mafia hit men. Eventually, the pair meet Jansen (Yves Montand) an ex-cop fighting an… Continue reading The Week That Was, Issue 7

The Quest – Episode 6

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. In this episode, Ben and I discuss holiday traditions, Christmas themed movies, and why so many good films come out around the holidays.