On this episode of Phoenix Cinema Podcast Film Club, film composer Raphaelle Thibaut (Sea Lions Of The Galapagos) has chosen this week's movie and it is one hell of a movie.

Chris and Luke dive into the 1975 French movie, The Old Gun, directed by Robert Enrico.

They explore the film's gripping narrative centered around a surgeon's quest for vengeance during World War II, discussing its emotional depth, character dynamics, and the impact of its musical score. The conversation highlights the film's anti-war themes, the performances of the cast, and the directorial choices that contribute to its haunting portrayal of trauma and loss. The hosts share their personal reflections and ratings, ultimately celebrating the film's artistry and significance in cinema history.

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In this episode of Phoenix Cinema Podcast, Chris and dive into Celine Song's second film, Materialists. We discuss the film's themes of love, class and the predictability of its plot.

We also discuss the lead performances of its main trio of actors and how one of them just seems profoundly miscast.

The conversation also touches on the film's pacing, soundtrack, and the very modern concept of matchmaking while reflecting on our own personal experiences with dating and how self-conscious this film made Chris feel about his height.

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In this episode of Phoenix Cinema Podcast, Chris and Luke dive into Milos Forman's 1984 Oscar-winning classic, Amadeus.

They explore the film's rich themes of genius, envy, and ambition, as told through the eyes of composer Antonio Salieri. The conversation covers character performances, cinematic techniques, pacing issues, and the film's historical accuracy. They also discuss the director's legacy, the film's Oscar wins, and how it compares to other films, ultimately pairing 'Amadeus' with other notable works.

If you are able to watch this on a big screen, we highly recommend it!

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