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Theater Cleaners

By: Twelve Midnight
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  • Welcome to Theater Cleaners - the podcast where we take a lighthearted look at the world of movies, hosted by Todd and Dom, two former film school students who now work in the industry.

    Join us as we journey through the history of cinema, analyzing films from the earliest days of moving images through to modern-day blockbusters. We'll explore what makes certain movies influential and memorable, and what makes others forgettable.

    Each episode, we'll take a deep dive into a specific film, the plot, characters, themes, and production elements, discussing what works and what doesn't, and we'll share our personal opinions and experiences along the way.

    So whether you're a die-hard cinephile or a casual movie-goer, join us as we explore the world of cinema, one film at a time. You might even learn a thing or two along the way. Thanks for tuning in to Theater Cleaners!
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Episodes
  • Ep. 10 - Moonlight (with Dylan Wallis)

    Ep. 10 - Moonlight (with Dylan Wallis)
    Jul 12 2023
    In this episode of "Theater Cleaners," Todd and Dom dive into the 2016 coming-of-age drama "Moonlight," directed by Barry Jenkins.The film follows Chiron, a young black man growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami, as he navigates his identity and sexuality across three different periods of his life. The film features a powerful ensemble cast, including Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris, and Trevante Rhodes.Todd and Dom discuss the film's use of color and lighting to convey mood and emotion, and how the film's visual language reflects the internal struggles of its main character. They also examine the film's themes of masculinity, race, and identity, and how they intersect in Chiron's journey.They explore the film's intimate and empathetic storytelling, and how it captures the complexity and nuance of the human experience. They also reflect on the film's impact on popular culture and its place in the larger conversation about representation and diversity in film.Join Todd and Dom as they reflect on the beauty and power of "Moonlight" and explore why it remains a landmark film in contemporary cinema.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Ep. 9 - American Graffiti

    Ep. 9 - American Graffiti
    Jun 28 2023

    In this episode of "Theater Cleaners," Todd and Dom take a trip back to 1962 with George Lucas's nostalgic coming-of-age film "American Graffiti."

    Set in Modesto, California, the film follows a group of high school friends on their last night together before they go off to college and the military. The film features an ensemble cast including Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, and Harrison Ford.

    Todd and Dom discuss the film's use of anachronistic music to create a sense of time and place, and how it reflects the changing social climate of the 1960s. They explore the film's themes of youth culture, rebellion, and the fear of growing up, and how they continue to resonate with audiences today.

    They also examine the film's groundbreaking editing techniques, which helped shape the language of modern cinema, and the film's influence on a generation of filmmakers, including Quentin Tarantino and Steven Spielberg.

    Join Todd and Dom as they reflect on the impact of "American Graffiti" and explore how it captures a unique moment in American history while also offering a universal message about the joys and sorrows of growing up.
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    54 mins
  • Ep. 8 - Bicycle Thieves

    Ep. 8 - Bicycle Thieves
    Jun 14 2023
    In this episode of "Theater Cleaners," Todd and Dom discuss the 1948 Italian neorealist film "Bicycle Thieves," directed by Vittorio De Sica.The film follows Antonio Ricci, an unemployed man in post-World War II Rome, who finally lands a job that requires a bicycle. When his bicycle is stolen on his first day of work, he and his young son Bruno set out on a desperate search through the streets of Rome to recover it.Todd and Dom analyze the film's use of non-professional actors, realistic settings, and natural lighting, all hallmarks of the Italian neorealist movement. They discuss how the film reflects the economic hardships and social inequalities of post-war Italy, and how it portrays the relationship between a father and son.They also examine the film's visual language and how it conveys meaning through small details and gestures, as well as the film's use of sound to create an immersive and emotionally resonant experience.Join Todd and Dom as they reflect on the legacy of "Bicycle Thieves" and explore why it remains a timeless masterpiece of world cinema, still relevant and impactful more than 70 years after its release.
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    45 mins
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