434 Crimson Tide Part 3

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha return to the USS Alabama to conclude their exploration of Tony Scott's 1995 submarine action thriller CRIMSON TIDE starring Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington. Written by Michael Schiffer and Richard P. Henrick (with an uncredited rewrite by Quentin Tarantino), it also features a score from Hans Zimmer who won a Grammy for its theme. The film focuses on a clash of wills between the seasoned commanding officer of a U.S. nuclear missile submarine Captain Ramsey (Hackman) and his new executive officer Lt. Commander Hunter (Denzel), arising from conflicting interpretations of an order to launch their missiles. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, action sequences and debate the motivations of Ramsey and Hunter in this tense and taut action thriller.

433 Crimson Tide Part 2

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha return to the USS Alabama to resume their exploration of Tony Scott's 1995 submarine action thriller CRIMSON TIDE starring Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington. Written by Michael Schiffer and Richard P. Henrick (with an uncredited rewrite by Quentin Tarantino), it also features a score from Hans Zimmer who won a Grammy for its theme. The film focuses on a clash of wills between the seasoned commanding officer of a U.S. nuclear missile submarine Captain Ramsey (Hackman) and his new executive officer Lt. Commander Hunter (Denzel), arising from conflicting interpretations of an order to launch their missiles. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, action sequences and debate the motivations of Ramsey and Hunter in this tense and taut action thriller.

432 Crimson Tide Part 1

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha go back to 1995 to begin their exploration of Tony Scott's submarine action thriller CRIMSON TIDE starring Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington. Written by Michael Schiffer and Richard P. Henrick with an uncredited rewrite by Quentin Tarantino and score from Hans Zimmer who won a Grammy for its theme, the film focuses on a clash of wills between the seasoned commanding officer of a U.S. nuclear missile submarine (Hackman) and his new executive officer (Denzel), arising from conflicting interpretations of an order to launch their missiles. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, action sequences and more.

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431 Ant-Man Part 2

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha travel back to Phase 2 of the MCU to begin their exploration of 2015's ANT-MAN from director Peyton Reed and starring Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly, Corey Stoll, Michael Peña, David Dastmalchian, T.I., Bobby Cannavale, Abby Ryder Fortson, Anthony Mackie and Michelle Pfeiffer. A con artist named Scott Lang (Rudd) gets a shot at redemption when his mentor Hank Pym (Douglas) asks him to protect a super-powered suit. Donning the stunning technology, which shrinks him down to minuscule size, he fights off villains seeking to steal the invention, and organizes a heist that could save the world. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, action sequences and more.

430 Ant-Man Part 1

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha travel back to Phase 2 of the MCU to begin their exploration of 2015's ANT-MAN from director Peyton Reed and starring Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly, Corey Stoll, Michael Peña, David Dastmalchian, T.I., Bobby Cannavale, Abby Ryder Fortson, Anthony Mackie and Michelle Pfeiffer. A con artist named Scott Lang (Rudd) gets a shot at redemption when his mentor Hank Pym (Douglas) asks him to protect a super-powered suit. Donning the stunning technology, which shrinks him down to minuscule size, he fights off villains seeking to steal the invention, and organizes a heist that could save the world. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, action sequences and more.

429 Fargo Part 3

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha end The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 3 of their deep dive and exploration of FARGO. This modern black comedy crime classic that elevated the Coen brothers to A list level filmmakers. The film features Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, a pregnant Minnesota police chief investigating a triple homicide that takes place after a desperate car salesman played by William H. Macy hires two dim-witted criminals in Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormar) to kidnap his wife in order to extort a hefty ransom from her wealthy father Wade, played by Harve Presnell. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.

428 Fargo Part 2

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 2 of their deep dive and exploration of FARGO. This modern black comedy crime classic that elevated the Coen brothers to A list level filmmakers. The film features Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, a pregnant Minnesota police chief investigating a triple homicide that takes place after a desperate car salesman played by William H. Macy hires two dim-witted criminals in Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormar) to kidnap his wife in order to extort a hefty ransom from her wealthy father Wade, played by Harve Presnell. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.

427 Fargo Part 1

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue The Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 1 of their deep dive and exploration of FARGO. This modern black comedy crime classic that elevated the Coen brothers to A list level filmmakers. The film features Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, a pregnant Minnesota police chief investigating a triple homicide that takes place after a desperate car salesman played by William H. Macy hires two dim-witted criminals in Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormar) to kidnap his wife in order to extort a hefty ransom from her wealthy father Wade, played by Harve Presnell. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.

A Tribute to Val Kilmer Live!!

On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris offer up their retrospective and tribute to VAL KILMER. One of our most fascinating, compelling, charming, rebellious, frustrating, multi faceted and ultimately endearing actors who was such a part of the formidable years for so many of us passed away recently from pneumonia. At only 65, he left behind an incredible legacy of work in films from Top Gun to Willow to Tombstone to The Doors to Batman Forever to Heat to The Prince of Egypt to Top Gun: Maverick. Steve and John go live to discuss their favorite Val Kilmer moments, discuss his legacy as an actor, his impact on cinema and why so many of us carry such a special affinity for him.

425 Miller’s Crossing Part 3

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha conclude their Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 3 of their deep dive into their Irish gangster mob classic, MILLER'S CROSSING. This 1990 film is considered by many, including the Coens, as one of their greatest films with a stacked cast including Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marca Gay Harden, John Torturro, Steve Buscemi, J.E. Freeman and Jon Polito. The guys go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.

424 Miller’s Crossing Part 2

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 2 of their deep dive into their Irish gangster mob classic, MILLER'S CROSSING. This 1990 film is considered by many, including the Coens, as one of their greatest films with a stacked cast including Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marca Gay Harden, John Torturro, Steve Buscemi, J.E. Freeman and Jon Polito. The guys go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.

423 Miller’s Crossing Part 1

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their Season of the Coen Brothers with Part 1 of their deep dive into their Irish gangster mob classic, MILLER'S CROSSING. This 1990 film is considered by many, including the Coens, as one of their greatest films with a stacked cast including Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marca Gay Harden, John Torturro, Steve Buscemi, J.E. Freeman and Jon Polito. The guys go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, score, action sequences and more.

422 The Life and Films of The Coen Brothers

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A Tribute to Gene Hackman Live!!

On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha RERELEASE their episode on THE BIRDCAGE with special guest The Geek Buddies's Michael Vogel in honor of the passing of Gene Hackman. Steve and John record a new intro for their discussion of this 1996 American comedy film produced and directed by Mike Nichols from an Elaine May screenplay adaptation of the 1978 French film La Cage aux Folles. It stars Robin Williams and Nathan Lane with Dan Futterman, Calista Flockhart, Hank Azaria, Christine Baranski, Dianne Wiest and the great Gene Hackman. Sit back after our new introduction and enjoy Steve, John and Michael going scene by scene thru this movie and exploring the acting, direction, the writing and the effect the film has on us today.

419 Mad Max: Fury Road Part 3

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald to conclude their breakneck exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.

418 Mad Max: Fury Road Part 2

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald to continue their breakneck exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.

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417 Mad Max: Fury Road Part 1

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha welcome back WTF with Marc Maron producer Brendan McDonald to begin their breakneck exploration of MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. This groundbreaking return of the Mad Max franchise from director George Miller that was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and more! Starring Tom Hardy (replacing Mel Gibson), Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee and Courtney Eaton. The guys go thru the movie breathtaking scene by breathtaking scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.

416 David Lynch Tribute Live!

415 Sideways Part 3

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha conclude their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.

414 Sideways Part 2

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.

411 Sideways Part 1

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha begin their exploration of 2004's SIDEWAYS directed by Alexander Payne starring Paul Giamatti, Virginia Madsen, Thomas Haden Church and Sandra Oh. A wonderful time capsule of a film that was a surprising hit for everyone involved garnering 5 Academy Award nominations with a win for Best Adapted Screenplay and changing the wine industry forever. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene to break down the direction, acting, story beats, soundtrack choices and action sequences.

412 What Movies Show us in Times of Crisis LIVE!

On this episode of The Cine-Files LIVE, hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris discuss how films help us in times of crisis and list some films that are great examples of it in light of the fires that are raging thru the LA area right now. Join us for this LIVE discussion and let us know!