The Next Reel Film Podcast

### “I’m happy to be able to defend Volunteers, and maybe you can have me back to defend Mannequin Two." In 237 episodes of The Next Reel and nearly 200 movies as a part of the weekly show, we try to do solid service to the creators of the work that we talk about. Most of the time, we think we do a pretty good job. Sometimes, we drop the ball. A few weeks back, as part of our guilty pleasure series, we did the movie _Volunteers_ from 1985 directed by Nicholas Meyer, written by Ken Levine and David Isaacs. We did our usual thing and in the process of talking about the characters and story, we did particularly short shrift to the guys who wrote it. Of course, we didn’t _realize_ that we came up short until we were [called out](http://kenlevine.blogspot.com/2015/08/im-guilty-pleasure.html) by Ken Levine himself on his blog, [by Ken Levine](http://kenlevine.blogspot.com). Ken’s [credits](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0505867/) are one thing, but just wait… he and Isaacs are behind truly seminal television series, and that’s not hyperbolic: how about MASH? Mary? Wings? Cheers? Frasier? Yeah, all those, and many more… he even named a baseball team on The Simpsons. And that doesn’t even begin to touch his other career as a play-by-play baseball announcer. So you can imagine how thrilled — and a touch embarrassed — we are to have the one and only Ken Levine with us on The Next Reel. We talk about his history in the field, from his first assignment on _The Jeffersons_ to his latest plays. We talk about the craft of writing, doing so with a partner, and the growing writer’s room today. And of course, we talk all about _Volunteers_ and what it took to bring cast and crew together for one of Andy’s favorite flicks!

### “One shot." Michael Cimino’s 1978 film “The Deer Hunter” is definitely a divisive film, one about which a LOT of people have found plenty of things to say and argue about. Aside from all of that, it’s also the film for which Meryl Streep received her first Oscar nomination. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we begin our Meryl Streep series, specifically looking at films for which Streep received an Oscar nomination, with Cimino’s epic Vietnam War film. We talk about why this film was and still is so controversial — the Russian Roulette scenes and the fact that there’s no evidence they happened during the war. We discuss the nature of truth in film and analyze why this film still works effectively despite the Russian roulette scenes being fictional. We chat about the interminable wedding scene and try to figure out why we struggle with it so much. We chat about the brilliant actors, notably Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, John Savage, Streep, George Dzundza and the wonderful John Cazale. We touch on Cimino and his career, notably how it nearly died after this film with “Heaven’s Gate.” And we debate the nature of Flickchart with some of Andy’s choices. It’s a fun-filled episode for a very strong film, albeit not easy to watch. Tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Script Transcript](http://www.pages.drexel.edu/~ina22/splaylib/Screenplay-Deer_Hunter.pdf) - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Gqit3zVmyc) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/1978/deer_hunter.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/7EA8582F26) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [Victor Frankenstein](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pxZxY_Siyc) — “I enjoy Frankenstein films, though so often am disappointed by them. This one, told from Igor’s point of view (and a dashing Igor at that) looks to be pretty fun. At least I’m hoping so. The trailer gives me hope. Radcliffe and McAvoy could pull it off." - Pete’s Trailer: [Spotlight](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwdCIpbTN5g) — “The true story of the Boston Globe’s break of the child molestation cover up in the church. This seriously looks like everything I wanted _The Paper_ to be. Blessed be the spiritual reboot.” * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “For a special agent, you’re not having a very special day, are you?" The latest franchise to get hit with reboot fever is a 60s throw-back with class that’s getting wildly underserved theatrical notice. That’s right, the film board gathers for “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” … and we LIKE it! Funny accents? You bet! Excessively stylistic action? And how! Dreamy blue eyes? You betcha! Join Andy Nelson, Steve Sarmento, Tommy Handsome, Mike Evans and Pete Wright as we go to town on Guy Ritchie’s take on 60s Spy-o-Rama with Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer, Alicia Vikander, and Hugh Grant. Is this the team that’s strong enough to reboot an era? Spoiler: Not judging by the box office. Join us and see! ## Film Sundries - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x08iNZ8Mfc) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/2015/man_from_uncle.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/BA19E450AA) * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “The truth is when reality is staring you in the face and you’re afraid to die, very few of us are heroic." It’s time for another Listener’s Choice episode, this time with our friends Per Johansson and Gustav Larsed from the Filmpodden podcast in Sweden. They selected something from the home country — Ruben Östlund’s 2014 film “Force Majeure.” Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we take on the icy slopes to discuss this avalanche of emotion. We talk with Per and Gustav about why they picked this film and what it means to them, as well as why they’re so divided on it. We discuss our own thoughts of this film, why we like it so much, and how much tension it created in us in the third act. We chat about the performances, notably Johannes Kuhnke, Lisa Loven Kongsli and Kristofer Hivju, and what they all bring to the film. We look at the cinematography of the film and how it portrays so brilliantly — and clinically — nature and man’s battle with it. And we try to figure out several strange and pivotal moments within the film. It’s a truly fascinating character piece that seems to divide viewers quite a bit. So check out the film then tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZZhB6AUo9k) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/intl/misc/2014/turist.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/07782ABAB4) - [Les Arcs Ski Resort, France](http://www.lesarcs.com/en.html) - [Copperhill Mountain Lodge, Sweden](http://www.copperhill.se) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [Trumbo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0dZ_2ICpJE) — “Since I was involved in a Trumbo project in college, I’ve been fascinated by Dalton Trumbo’s career and his blacklisting. He’s an important figure in the annals of Hollywood, and Bryan Cranston looks to do him justice. I’m quite excited to see how Jay Roach of all people brings this story to the silver screen." - Pete’s Trailer: [The Hateful Eight](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nIOmotayDMY) — “The controversial production from Quentin Tarantino hits teaser status. It’s a mean spirited western filled with bounty hunters and betrayal. I’m all in.”

### “Yes, Christopher lived for all women, but he died for one." Prince has always been a flamboyant and eclectic musician, and with the album and film “Purple Rain,” he found a new art form he enjoyed. And one he won an Oscar for — Best Original Song Score. With his next film, he had conflicts with the director so took over and directed it himself. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we wrap up this year’s short guilty pleasure with Pete’s pick — Prince’s 1986 film “Under the Cherry Moon.” We talk about what’s in the film and why, despite its flaws, Pete still gets so much pleasure from this film. And we talk about its flaws and everything that doesn’t work in the film. We chat about the actors — Prince, Jerome Benton, Kristin Scott Thomas, Steven Berkoff, Francesca Annis and more — and look at what each of them brings to the table. We discuss the black-and-white look of the film and ponder the reasoning for it, wondering if perhaps cinematographer Michael Ballhaus may know why Prince opted to show it this way despite having filmed it in color. And we touch on the original director and what the circumstances were under which she left the film. It’s the guiltiest of guilty pleasures and Pete still loves it despite all its flaws. Regardless of what either of us thinks, we have a great conversation about it. Tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwkqXsWPY1k) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/1986/under_the_cherry_moon.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/F555183AA3) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [People Places Things](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bawtuko5zYs) — “Jemaine Clement. Who needs another reason to watch this movie? Not me. This looks really sweet and touching, and of course he’s hilarious." - Pete’s Trailer: [Mississippi Grind](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ooca5idaNSk) — “This is just the kind of road movie that lights me up: poker, bad luck, and the open road, baby. Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelssohn look great together — this is one I’m going to catch." * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “It’s not that I can’t help these people, it’s just that I don’t want to." It’s time for some guilty pleasures! Yes, the two of us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — dig up some films that we love but are generally not considered the greatest of movies. This week, it’s Andy’s turn with his guilty pleasure — Nicholas Meyer’s 1985 Peace Corps comedy “Volunteers.” That’s right, more Tom Hanks action from Andy, proving he’s just about ready to go Annie Wilkes on ol’ Tom. In this week’s episode, we talk about what Andy loves in this movie while also looking at it through serious eyes, analyzing what in the film really is causing it to be generally considered a bad film. In this particular case, most of the burden falls on Hanks in his performance of the pompous rich boy Lawrence Bourne III. We compare that with what works well in the film, most notably John Candy in yet another hilarious turn from the 80s. We also look at the other actors in the film — Rita Wilson, Tim Thomerson, Gedde Watanabe, George Plimpton and more — and talk about what they bring to the table. We touch on comments Ken Levine, one of the writers, wrote on his 2009 blog about the scene that ruined the movie, and Andy takes the writer to task for possibly thinking too highly of his own script. And we chat about a few people behind the camera — Meyer at the helm and James Horner composing a wonderful score. It’s a fun romp, albeit problem laden, that is high on Andy’s list of fun movies to watch but not likely one Pete will be returning to, even if he did find a few things to enjoy in the movie. So check it out then tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vc1GTuBPX4Y) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/1985/volunteers.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/0BE1727FA2) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [Goosebumps](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cn716jv61s) — “I love that they’re stepping out of the world of R.L. Stine’s books for this and instead are making R.L. Stine a character who has to battle his ‘demons’ with a group of kids. What a fun concept! This is definitely one I’ll be seeing with my daughter come October." - Pete’s Trailer: [Spectre Trailer 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTDaET-JweU) — “I’m frustrated by this trailer. It makes me think they’re slipping into Roger Moore territory and as I think you all know, Daniel Craig is no Roger Moore. Wait… switch that. There you go." * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

Howard Hawks and Cary Grant had already given the world the hilarious “Bringing Up Baby” in 1938, and lucky for us, they liked working together. They’d work on four more films together, including their very next one — “Only Angels Have Wings.”

### “I want you to break into a place and steal some stuff." The Film Board Gathers! This month the gang of thugs comes together for Marvel’s latest, Ant-Man. How does Scott Lang’s mini hero stand in the current Marvel stable? What is this impact of the franchise model on our expectations going into Marvel films now? How does director Peyton Reed fair in light of the “Edgar Wright Situation?” Join Film Board regulars Justin Jaeger, Steve Sarmento, Andy Nelson and Pete Wright as we take on take on these questions, plus other favorites like: “Wow, how did we end up liking Paul Rudd as a super hero?” and “Do you think Evangeline Lilly would hit me in the face?” and “Do you think it make Corey Stoll sad to be so good at being a bad guy all the time?” Hard-hitting investigation this month on the Film Board — Listen in! ## Film Sundries - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HpZevFifuo) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/2015/ant_man.html) - [Ant-Man Vol. 1: Second-Chance Man](http://www.amazon.com/Ant-Man-Vol-1-Second-Chance-Man/dp/0785193871/ref=sr_1_2?sr=8-2&ie=UTF8&keywords=ant-man&tag=rashpixel_mwl-20&qid=1437574405) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/F054804932) * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “He used to be a big shot." James Cagney was getting tired of making gangster films for Warner Bros. by the time he starred in Raoul Walsh’s 1939 film “The Roaring Twenties. After all, he really loved comedy and the song-and-dance too. But he clearly was great as a gangster. Look at him in “The Public Enemy” or “White Heat.” He carried a dark energy that really came across in those films as well as this one. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our series on films from 1939 with Walsh’s “The Roaring Twenties.” We talk about our general impressions of this film, one which we both watched for the first time, and how it was enjoyable but fairly middle-of-the-road. We chat about the talent involved on screen — Cagney, Humphrey Bogart, Gladys George, Priscilla Lane, Frank McHugh, Jeffrey Lynn, and Paul Kelly, to name a few — and how we felt about each of them. We get into the gangster genre and what really made these gangster films from the 30s work, comparing this one with “Little Caesar” and more to figure out if this one is better or worse than some of those that are considered more classic. And we talk about how well this film and its news reel-esque approach to the decade really give us a great perspective on what was going on then and how it created this environment for criminal behavior. It’s a good film, maybe not something we’d rewatch day in and day out but one worth watching at least once, and we have a great time talking about it on this week’s show. Tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Script Transcript](http://www.springfieldspringfield.co.uk/movie_script.php?movie=the-roaring-twenties) - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zrSKQg1mhU) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/735CC0FAFB) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [Into the Badlands](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XH40EowbTz8) — “Okay, so it’s a trailer for a TV show, but DAMN. Looks like a pretty kick-ass TV show to me. Post apocalyptic. Martial arts. A new feudal society. A mysterious kid in a box. I don’t really know what the show’s about, but damn if I don’t want to start watching it right now.” - Pete’s Trailer: [Suicide Squad](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WI3hecGO_04) — “I like David Ayer. I think he’s a pretty darned good action director and now that I’ve seen the trailer for this film and the characters they’re introducing, I think they might just be onto something. This might just turn into a cool DC Universe after all." * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “You’re not a Senator, you’re an honorary stooge." It’s rare to find a film from 75 years ago that feels relevant still in today’s world, but Frank Capra’s 1939 “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” is one of those films. Corruption in the Senate? Check. Corporate interests secretly working their own machinations behind the scenes to get their political puppets to do their bidding? Check. Cynical office staff who are only interested in making a buck? Check. Sad to say that the only thing that doesn’t feel modern is that a politician like James Stewart’s titular character could actually exist. Or at least survive in today’s political world. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue with our great films from 1939 series with Capra’s fantastic film “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.” We talk about how much we love this film and why, highlighting everything aforementioned. We chat about Stewart and Jean Arthur as the perfect leads for this film, aided by the wonderful supporting cast including Edward Arnold, Harry Carey, Claude Rains, Thomas Mitchell and more. We discuss how the Washington, D.C. press and the real Senators received the film compared with the general public. And we discuss the people behind the cameras with Capra and what they bring to the table — Joseph Walker, Lionel Banks, Dimitri Tiomkin, Sidney Buchman, Lewis R. Foster and more. It’s a top notch film that still speaks to its audiences, all while avoiding being cheesy while full of honesty. We love it. Make sure you watch this one and then tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Script Transcript](http://www.dailyscript.com/scripts/Mr%20Smith%20Goes%20To%20Washington.txt) - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sm9qaEJ3MBc) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/1939/mr_smith_goes_to_washington.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/95B5E7C43F) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: The Finest Hours — “It looks like thrilling but safe true story Disney fare, but everything about it draws me in. The disaster at sea. Chris Pine. Casey Affleck. Even Abraham Benrubi. Even though it’s a January release, count me in!" - Pete’s Trailer: Creed — “This may just be the sequel to Rocky that we need. I’m a fan of Ryan Cooler. I’m a fan of Michael B. Jordan. I’m a fan of Rocky. In the words of General George Armstrong Custer, what could possibly go wrong?" * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

Ninotchka

Taking a completely different turn from last week’s Civil War epic, “Ninotchka” is a very light comedy by Ernst Lubitch dealing with Russians in their post-Revolution society.

### “Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a damn." Considering the racially-charged climate of the US right now, it’s oddly perfect timing that we’re starting our 1939 series with “Gone With The Wind,” a film as technically brilliant to look at as it is hard to watch because of it’s portrayal of slavery and the ‘lost cause’ Southern view of the Civil War. It certainly gives us a lot to talk about in this episode! Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we dive into Victor Fleming’s “Gone With The Wind.” We talk at length about the position of the film in cinematic history and how that contrasts with what it’s portraying and how we feel about that, noting that perhaps this film is one that should be considered in the same camp as ‘Song of the South.’ And we look at what problems we have with the story and why it makes us feel uncomfortable, even if the story itself can be enjoyed when taken out of historical context. Focusing more on the film itself, we look at the actors — Vivien Leigh, Clark Gable, Olivia de Havilland, Leslie Howard, Thomas Mitchell, Hattie McDaniel and more — how they got their parts and how well they work for us. We look at lots of bit players and talk about where they’ve since popped up. We talk about the context of 1939 and how the studio system worked. We talk about the three directors who contributed to this film — George Cukor, Victor Fleming and Sam Wood — as well as the producing kingpin who really is the one responsible for getting this film made the way he wanted: David O. Selznick. We chat about other key crew who helped bring this film to life, including Max Steiner, Yakima Canutt, William Cameron Menzies and Walter Plunkett. And we marvel at how much money this film has taken in over its lifetime and deliberate over whether it should still be able to make money or if it should be locked away now due to its painful portrayal of the period. It’s a long film but a film well worth discussing because of these factors. Tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Screenplay](http://www.dailyscript.com/scripts/Gone_With_the_Wind.pdf) - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFu-jemU-bA) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/1939/gone_with_the_wind_ver1.html) - [_Gone With The Wind_ by Margaret Mitchell](http://www.amazon.com/Gone-Wind-Anniversary-Margaret-Mitchell/dp/1451635621/ref=sr_1_2?sr=8-2&ie=UTF8&keywords=gone%2Bwith%2Bthe%2Bwind&tag=rashpixel_mwl-20&qid=1435425219) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/CC15AB077A) - [HuffPost Politics Blog: Yes, You’re a Racist — and a Traitor](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-e-price/yes-youre-a-racist----and-a-traitor_b_7640654.html) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [_Sicario_](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8tlEcnrGnU) — “Denis Villeneuve wowed me with ‘Prisoners’ and ‘Incendies.’ This story along the US/Mexico border looks like he’s back with another strong film and I’m quite excited to see it. Plus Emily Blunt kicking butt again." - Pete’s Trailer: [_Dragon Blade_](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUs8tWJ0EWM) — “This is a mystery to me: Jackie Chan with Adrien Brody and John Cusack? Apparently it’s doing well in China, so I’ll probably give it a shot, but it’s tonally confusing to my eye and Brody as the Big Bad? I don’t buy it." * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “Time for a change." James Wong Howe shot color films very well, but it was his black-and-white cinematography that he was really known for. He won two Oscars for his B&W cinematography and played with many techniques that influenced filmmakers and cinematographers long after he was gone. The camera work on John Frankenheimer’s 1966 film “Seconds” is no exception. It fits the tone of the film perfectly, creating a sense of unease and discomfort quite often. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we finish our B&W cinematography of James Wong Howe with Frankenheimer’s “Seconds.” We talk about the camerawork (paired with the editing) and how it works — or doesn’t work — for us in this thriller. We chat about the talent, notably Rock Hudson, John Randolph, Salome Jens, Will Geer, Murray Hamilton and Jeff Corey, and what they bring to the table. We discuss what works and what doesn’t work for us in this unique sci-fi story. And we touch on Jerry Goldsmith’s music and how much we love — or hate — it in this film. It’s a bit of a divisive conversation this week, but a very fun one. Tune in! ## Film Sundries - [Dialog Transcript](http://www.script-o-rama.com/movie_scripts/s/seconds-script-transcript-rock-hudson.html) - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-vmD-vhh4I) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/1966/seconds.html) - [Art of the Title](http://www.artofthetitle.com/title/seconds/) - [_Seconds_ — by David Ely](http://www.amazon.com/Seconds-David-Ely-ebook/dp/B009CZI1GO/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?qid=1434572398&sr=8-1&tag=rashpixel_mwl-20&_encoding=UTF8) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/07D6BEA568) ## Trailers of the Week - Andy’s Trailer: [The Stanford Prison Experiment](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XN2X72jrFk) — “Having discussed Zimbardo’s experiment in our documentary ’The Joe Show,’ I was super excited to see the trailer for this film. The experiment is a frightening piece of American history and of the history of the psychology field, and it looks like they captured this very well. I can’t wait." - Pete’s Trailer: [Extinction](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibWL21ukNNc) — “Well, it’s a zombie flick so I pretty much have to pick it. But Matthew Fox I like, and Jeffrey Donovan we know from Burn Notice. I’ll give those guys a shot in an arctic apocalypse, sure." * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)

### “The key to a happy life is to accept you are never actually in control.” The Film Board Gathers! This month, we christen Jurassic World, the latest from Colin Trevorrow. Did Chris Pratt maintain his status as up-and-coming action hero of the decade? Did Bryce Dallas Howard embody 1980’s sexism in the movies? Was Vincent D’Onofrio SO much better in Daredevil? Is Jake Johnson your new best friend you’ve never actually met? We take on all these questions, and attempt to unpack the cultural identity of the film as a representation of the loss of control in society. Seriously. We do that. So go see the movie, then join in the fun! ## Film Sundries - [Original theatrical trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvR0UaEKjp0) - [Original poster artwork](http://www.impawards.com/2015/jurassic_world_ver3.html) - [Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/movie/41DAF01DFE) - [_The Dinosaur Four_ — Goeff Johns](http://www.amazon.com/Dinosaur-Four-Geoff-Jones-ebook/dp/B00KK1SU9W/ref=tmm_kin_title_sr?qid=1434744658&sr=8-1&tag=rashpixel_mwl-20&_encoding=UTF8) * * * Hey! You know what would be awesome? If you would drop us a positive rating on iTunes! If you like what we’re doing here on TNR, it really is the best way to make sure that this show appears when others search for it, plus, it’s just a nice thing to do. Thanks!! - [The Next Reel on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-reel/id478159328?mt=2) - [The Next Reel on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheNextReel) - [The Next Reel on Twitter](http://twitter.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Flickchart](http://www.flickchart.com/thenextreel) - [The Next Reel on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/thenextreel/) - [Guess the Movie with The Next Reel on Instagram](http://instagram.com/thenextreel) - [Check out the Posters with The Next Reel on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/thenextreel) And for anyone interested in our fine bouquet of show hosts: - [Follow Andy Nelson on Twitter](http://twitter.com/sodacreekfilm) - [Follow Pete Wright on Twitter](http://twitter.com/petewright) - [Follow Steve Sarmento on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mr_steve23) - [Check out Tom Metz on IMDB](http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1224453/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) - [Justin "JJ" Jaeger](http://thenextreel.com/justin-jaeger/) - [Chadd Stoops](http://thenextreel.com/chadd-stoops) - [Follow Steven Smart on Letterboxd](http://letterboxd.com/steamrobot/)