Cinema: A to B

By: Alec Mallmann & Ben Starkey
  • Summary

  • Meet Alec and Ben, long-time friends who once worked in Hollywood but don’t anymore. Together they’re discussing movies and streaming series. The goal? Bridge the gap that exists between film industry insiders and movie-goers.
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Episodes
  • Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
    Sep 23 2024

    Spoilers ahead as the guys unpack the 4th film entry in the original Ghostbusters timeline - Frozen Empire. Alec compares and contrasts the movie with 2021's Afterlife. Ben explains how the film suffered a similar final act issue as Ghostbusters 2. Alec discusses the film's reliance on nostalgia. The guys evaluate the film's story and massive cast of characters which shifts into a closing discussion on why the franchise remains at a crossroads and its future uncertain.

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    22 mins
  • Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)
    Sep 16 2024

    A Spoiler filled conversation on what worked and what didn't in George Miller's 2024 follow-up to Mad Max: Fury Road. Ben discusses where he feels Furiosa fell short of its predecessor. Alec explains the inherent weakness in a prequel movie. The guys converse on the performances of Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa and Chris Hemsworth as Dementus. Alec critique's the films story and character development while Ben discusses the movie's uneven visual effects work. The comparisons to 2015's Fury Road are unavoidable.

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    25 mins
  • Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
    Sep 9 2024

    A spoiler filled conversation on the third entry in the Deadpool franchise. Alec recounts a technical issue filled first theatrical viewing. Ben explains why the timing is perfect for this film given the current state of the MCU. The guys appreciate the attention to detail and sheer volume of easter eggs and comedic nuggets. Alec poses a question to Ben regarding the film's impact on and handling of the earlier Wolverine film Logan (2017). The guys discuss the performances and careers of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. The conversation shifts to a discussion on director/producer Shawn Levy and why enjoyable working relationships are so important in this challenging era of Hollywood filmmaking.

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    35 mins

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