Cinebanter #107 - CONTAGION

The mp3 of this show can be found here.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula wash their hands compulsively, as they review CONTAGION. In the Last Five®, Tassoula catches up with a few older documentaries, while Michael revisits the first R rated film he ever saw. They also reveal their top five films of the year so far. The breakdown is as follows:

• 00:00 Intro

• 00:32 Discussion of CONTAGION

• Break

• 21:47 To Sum It Up

• Break

• 22:44 The Last Five®

• Break

• 50:27 Top Five of the Year So Far

• 1:06:21 Credits

Michael's Last Five in this episode were: APOCALYPSE NOW, SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, SENNA, STRAW DOGS (1971) and CIRCUMSTANCE. Tassoula's Last Five were: A GOOD OLD FASHIONED ORGY, HARLAN COUNTY USA, IMAGE OF AN ASSASSINATION: A NEW LOOK AT THE ZAPRUDER FILM, THE WHALE and THE LAST UNICORN.

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Special thanks to Brad Daane and Mark Cummins for providing the original music in this episode.

Tassoula has reviews, musings and movie-related product links at Tassoula's Movie Review Blog.

Reviews and/or notes of movies Michael sees can be found at his MichaelVox website.

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Cinebanter #102 - THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU

The mp3 of this show can be found here.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula exercise free will as they share their thoughts on THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU. In the Last Five®, Michael heads down a dismal path, while Tassoula revisits a 70s classic on the big screen. Michael also provides a wrap-up of the recent Cinequest Film Festival. The breakdown is as follows:

• 00:00 Intro

• 00:32 Discussion of THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU

• Break

• 15:54 To Sum it Up

• Break

• 16:49 The Last Five®

• Break

• 55:33 Michael's Cinequest 21 Report

• 1:11:36 Credits & Outtake

Michael's Last Five in this episode were: JOAN RIVERS: A PIECE OF WORK, OF GODS AND MEN, FISH TANK, GROWN UPS and THE WOMAN CHASER . Tassoula's Last Five were: A WALK ON THE MOON, CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS, CEDAR RAPIDS, NO WOMAN, NO CRY and TAXI DRIVER.

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Special thanks to Brad Daane and Mark Cummins for providing the original music in this episode.

Tassoula has reviews, musings and movie-related product links at Tassoula's Movie Review Blog.

Reviews and/or notes of movies Michael sees can be found at his MichaelVox website.

Feedback is always welcome - you may leave comments here or e-mail the hosts at cinebanter@gmail.com.

We hope you enjoy the show!

Cinebanter #79 - THE INFORMANT!

The MP3 of Cinebanter #79 is available here.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula follow the trail of THE INFORMANT! as portrayed by Matt Damon. In The Last Five®, Michael searches for the ultimate in depression films, while Tassoula remembers the late Patrick Swayze. The hosts also respond to Listener Feedback about their most recent show. The breakdown is as follows:

• 00:00 Intro
• 00:32 THE INFORMANT! Discussion
• Break
• 12:25 To Sum It Up
• Break
• 12:49 The Last Five®
• Break
• 43:39 Listener Feedback
• 48:41 Credits & Outtake

Michael's Last Five in this episode were: WHICH WAY HOME?, THE WAY WE GET HOME, INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS, EXTRACT and PROZAC NATION Tassoula's Last Five in this episode were: BIG FAN, COAL MINER'S DAUGHTER, SERAPHINE, GHOST and EXTRACT.

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Special thanks to Brad Daane and Mark Cummins for providing the original music in this episode.

Reviews and/or notes of every movie Michael sees can be found at his MichaelVox website.

Tassoula has reviews, musings and movie-related product links at Tassoula's Movie Review Blog.

Feedback is always welcome - you may leave comments here or e-mail the hosts at cinebanter@gmail.com.

We hope you enjoy the show!

Cinebanter #10 - THE DEPARTED

The MP3 file of Episode 10 of Cinebanter is available here.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula celebrate Director Martin Scorsese's return to form and ponder the intricate ending of THE DEPARTED. They also share their Last Five® and Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows:

• 00:00 Intro
• 00:32 THE DEPARTED Discussion
• Break
• 27:21 TO SUM IT UP
• Break
• 28:06 The Last Five®
• Break
• 40:13 Listener Feedback
• 45:30 Credits and outtakes

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Michael's Last Five in this episode were: THE U.S. VS. JOHN LENNON, RED EYE, DAZED AND CONFUSED, THE WIRE: SEASON FOUR, PART 5 and ANY GIVEN SUNDAY. Tassoula's Last Five in this episode were: JUNEBUG, FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS, THE JOURNALIST AND THE JIHADI, ROGER DODGER and BACK TO THE FUTURE.

Special thanks to Brad Daane and Mark Cummins for providing the music in this episode.

Reviews and/or notes of every movie Michael sees can be found at michaelvox.com.

Tassoula also now has movie reviews/musings at Tassoula's Blog.

Feedback is always welcome - you may leave comments here or e-mail the hosts at cinebanter@gmail.com.

We hope you enjoy the show!