Reel World: Rewind #022 – A Special Announcement
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind… Blaine and Shannon make a very special announcement. Be sure to share your thoughts by sounding off in the comments below and by continuing the conversation in our Reel World Theology Facebook group. Download Episode…
Reel World: Rewind #021 – Blade Runner
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine and Shannon are joined by Aaron White of Feelin’ Film to discuss Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner. They talk about how the film addresses issues of humanity, memory, and perception. Be sure…
Reel World: Rewind #020 – Rango
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine and Shannon talk about Gore Verbinski’s Rango (2011). They talk about their first experiences with the film, its numerous allusions to other films and genres, and the theme of identity and…
Reel World: Rewind #019 – Donnie Darko
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine and Shannon are joined by Joe Nooft to talk about Richard Kelly’s Donnie Darko (2001). They talk about their first experiences with the film, its allusions to 80s cinema, and possible interpretations of…
Reel World: Rewind #018 – In the Mood for Love
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine and Shannon are joined by Amber Kenneson to talk about Wong Kar-Wai’s masterpiece In the Mood for Love. They talk about Kar-Wai’s innovative style, as well as what the film has…
Reel World: Rewind #017 – Cars
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine and Shannon chat about the Pixar film Cars. They discuss their recent trip to Disneyland and how the film interacts with themes of time and change. Be sure to share your…
Reel World: Rewind #016 – Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . A very tired Blaine and Shannon talk about their unashamed love for Pirates of the Caribbean. They talk about legalism and lawlessness, but they also manage to work in a reference…
Reel World: Rewind #014 – Godzilla (2014)
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine introduces listeners to his new co-host, and they discuss Gareth Edwards’s 2014 film, Godzilla. They talk about the film’s environmental subtext, how the film fits within the larger MonsterVerse, and…
Reel World: Rewind #013 – Beauty and the Beast (1991)
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind, Blaine is joined by Shannon Grimes to talk about Disney’s 1991 animated classic, Beauty and the Beast. They start their discussion by recounting their personal histories with this “tale as old as time,” and from…
Reel World: Rewind #012 – Rope
On this episode of Reel World: Rewind . . . Blaine is joined by Joe Nooft to talk about Alfred Hitchcock’s 1948 film, Rope. They discuss how the film is unique among Hitchcock’s filmography, and they dive deep into the film’s social…