Join us as we re-examine the infamous film Heaven's Gate, directed by Michael Cimino, and explore whether it was truly a misunderstood classic. Often referred to as a studio killer due to its inflated budget and poor box office performance, this western epic has been largely dismissed as a flop. However, with a talented cast including Kris Kristofferson, Isabelle Huppert, and Christopher Walken, as well as notable appearances by Sam Waterston and Brad Dourif, we delve into the possibility that Heaven's Gate is more than just a box office flop. As a neo western, it offers a unique perspective on the genre, and its impact on the film industry cannot be ignored. In this podcast-style discussion, we analyze the film's production, its reception, and its lasting legacy, asking the question: was Heaven's Gate actually a misunderstood classic? Tune in to find out.

For a moment, director Michael Cimino had the world in his hands and everyone was waiting for his next masterpiece. It all started with "Thunderbolt and Lightfoot", a heist comedy.Thunderbolt (Clint Eastwood) has been lying low as a preacher after a heist went wrong. His past catches up to him and as he's fleeing bullets in a wheat field, when Lightfoot saves him and the two hit the road and try to stay one step ahead of Red (George Kennedy) and Eddie (Jeffrey Lewis). Cimino's expansive shots of Montana frame this oddball comedy that takes sharp turns into harsh realities.#michaelcimino #thunderboltandlightfoot #clinteastwood #georgekennedy #jeffreylewis #jeffbridges #heistfilm #robbery #thriller #comedicthriller #podcast

A Hollywood stunt man works nights as a getaway driver for criminals. One day, he falls in love with his neighbor and his life begins to fall apart.Nicolas Winding Refn brought a detached sense of cool to this 2011 masterpiece. With a love story sandwiched between action and the perfect soundtrack to the moment, Ryan Gosling and Carrie Mulligan sold their wordless glances as they attempt to find happiness in a grim chapter of their lives. Does "Drive" still hold up today? Is Albert Brooks still terrifying? Is the elevator head stomp still a grand, romantic moment? How dated is the electro indie pop score? Tune in and find out!If you like this episode, leave a review somewhere and within the review, mention a movie you want us to cover. Is it the "Pusher" series? Ok! Subscribe and tell your friends.#drive2011 #nicolaswindingrefn #ryangosling #podcast