In this episode of the podcast, it’s a bit of a crossover. I welcome to the podcast Jason from the Binge Movies podcast. We first introduce the concept behind Binge Movies before bringing a bit of that show’s format to the Sonic Cinema Podcast as we discuss “Trancers”, “Leviathan” and “Popcorn”. I hope you enjoy, […]
My mom is the reason I love movies the way I do. When I was a kid, she took me to the movies often, and even showed me some of her favorites growing up. As I got older, we still went to movies on a regular basis, and she was my most frequent moviewatching partner […]
In a way, I completely understand why Martin Scorsese ruffled more than a few feathers when he was asked about Marvel movies in 2019, as he was preparing to promote “The Irishman,” and he likened them to theme park rides more than cinema. He clarified his stance further in an op ed for The New […]
Good morning! After computer issues delayed the process, I’m pleased to present my podcast on the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. In addition to going over my best and favorites of the festival, you will get to hear interviews with short film director Julian Doan (“Raspberry”) and Gregory Barnes (“The Touch of the Master’s Hand”). I […]
**The following includes discussions of sexual abuse, assault, rape, and other subjects that are otherwise triggering. Proceed with caution** Long-time readers will know the affection and respect I have held for Joss Whedon over the years. I have written much about “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” “Angel” and the “Firefly” Universe, including recording commentaries for selected […]
Brian’s commentary for “2050” is available on the film’s DVD release. The film’s website has more details here. Date of Track: January 2020 Style of Track: Analytical. I was honored to be asked by director Princeton Holt to provide the critical commentary for his sci-fi satire about artificial intelligence. I hope you decide to check […]
Even though this is the second fully virtual film festival I’ve covered in the past year (yes, there were Satellite screenings at Atlanta’s Plaza Theatre, but the times didn’t really coincide with the virtual Premiere screenings I wanted to catch), the 2021 Sundance Film Festival was the first one I felt like I was able […]
The first major film festival of the year is going to be presented a bit differently this year, and Sonic Cinema will be bringing it to you from Georgia. This is my first Sundance Film Festival, and it seems like it’s going to be a great, week-long program of films from around the world, covering […]
I don’t know that it was the most formative year for me when it came to movies, but 1996 was a year that would shape how I would watch movies, and discuss them, in the years to come. With us being 25 years away from that year, I thought it would be good to look […]
Hello readers and listeners! The “Class of 1999” catches up with another great film from that year in Anthony Minghella’s “The Talented Mr. Ripley”. Joining me to discuss the film is actor Timothy J. Cox. I hope you enjoy! “Class of 1999” – “The Talented Mr. Ripley” Read Brian’s print review of “The Talented Mr. […]
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