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"Nothing About Love" ITF Watch: The Handmaid's Tale (2017 TV series) episodes 1-5 Sep 16, 2021

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Bruce Miller's adaptation of Margaret Atwood's famous novel has pulled in numerous accolades, but what is it that makes the show so noteworthy? In episode 198, Luke & James react to the first five episodes of season 1, explore the directorial decisions, what lighting can mean for a scene, the purpose of extreme closeups, and theorize why the show seems to push the envelope farther than the book even did. They make sure to discuss the fantastic performances from Elizabeth Moss, Yvonne Strahovski, Ann Dowd, and Alexis Bledel! Join them next week as they finish out the first season of the show before casting their votes on which version of the story is best!

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"First Against the Wall" ITF Read: The Handmaid's Tale (1985 novel) Sep 09, 2021

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Margaret Atwood's dystopian feminist novel drew praise and outrage alike when it was first released for its controversial subject matter, but the modern classic has only grown in relevance over time, with perhaps no moment in American history since its publication more apropos than the one we're in now. In episode 197, Luke & James wade into the politics of the day, discuss the similarities between Gilead and Q-Anon, and the way religion can be used as a tool of suppression. Join them next week when they discuss the first 5 episodes of the Hulu TV adaptation created by Bruce Miller!

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"An Inversion of Perspective" ITF Watch: Candyman (2021 film) Sep 02, 2021

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Nia DaCosta's spiritual follow-up to the 90s cult classic synthesizes the 30-year history of the legendary Candyman mythos and its real-world reach with the social problems of today, creating something truly special. In episode 196, Luke & James revel in their return to theaters, revisit the powerful on-screen presence of Yahya Abdul Mateen II, link Teyonah Parris and "The Marvels," spot a Clive Barker Easter egg, experience a shift in perspective, and shudder over some particularly affecting body horror.

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"$1000 Per Sting" ITF Read & Watch: Candyman (1985 story & 1992 film) Aug 26, 2021

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Clive Barker invented the Candyman character in his short story "The Forbidden," but it wouldn't be until Bernard Rose's adaptation hit theaters that the iconic Black antagonist would go mainstream and become a part of horror history. But which is the superior version? In episode 195, Luke & James discuss a strange choice in titles, Barker's signature style, Tony Todd's unforgettable presence, charging by the bee sting, Virginia Madsen's physicality, and the way that we all contribute to keeping the Candyman legend alive. Join them next week when they discuss the 2021 film directed by Nia DaCosta, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Teyonah Parris, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, and Colman Domingo!

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"That Little Hand Flex" ITF Watch: Pride & Prejudice (2005 film) ft. Jennifer Hudak Aug 19, 2021

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Joe Wright created a commercially successful adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel that appealed to modern audiences, but does it lose anything in the process? In episode 194, special guest author Jennifer Hudak joins Luke & James to talk loaded looks, secret hand-flexes, hidden references, and some spectacular performances all over this star-studded cast (Kiera Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Donald Sutherland, Rosamund Pike, Judi Dench and more). Then they each cast their vote on which was the better version: the book or the movie!

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"The Anonymous G.O.A.T." ITF Read: Pride and Prejudice (1815 novel) Aug 12, 2021

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Jane Austen is widely considered among the greatest authors of all time, but she never knew it, dying well before her work would rise to fame. In episode 193, Luke & James discuss the tragic story of Austen as an anonymous novelist who lived a life remarkably similar to the characters she wrote about.

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"The Horse Didn't Die" ITF Watch: The NeverEnding Story (1984 film) Aug 05, 2021

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Wolfgang Peterson traumatized scores of children with his harrowing depiction of Atreyu losing his horse Artax in the Swamp of Sadness, but is there any truth to the urban legend about the real-life horse dying in the scene? No, but there is a lot you might not know about what went into that iconic moment, which included a dangerous close call to actor Noah Hathaway. In episode 192, Luke & James relive their childhood with this important 80s fantasy gem and try to recapture the magic. Finally, is this adaptation superior to Michael Ende's original novel? They cast their votes to decide! · Become a Patron for hours of exclusive content & more: www.patreon.com/inktofilm

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Intro Music: "Fall" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bln0BEv5AJ0

"8th Wall Break" ITF Read: The Neverending Story (1979 novel) Jul 29, 2021

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Michael Ende's famous novel explores the nature of storytelling and the value of reading books all while wrapped up in a meta-exploration of a surrealist fantasy adventure written for children. This book goes way beyond where Wolfgang Peterson's iconic adaptation, exploring what it means to literally lose yourself in a story. In episode 191, Luke & James open the book and fall into the world of Fantastica to relieve some of the adventures of their childhood, discuss Michael Ende's life, and become good friends with Falkor and Atreyu. And join them next week when they discuss the cult-classic film adaptation!

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"A Movie Unstuck in Time" ITF Watch: Slaughterhouse-Five (1972 film) Jul 22, 2021

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Is George Roy Hill's adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's most famous novel a lesser-known gem released before its time? Or does it struggle to truly rise above? In episode 190, Luke & James discuss which viewers the movie might appeal to most, the wizardry of film-editing before CGI, the extremely high level of difficulty in adapting such strange material, and what may be lost in the process. Then they end by casting their votes on which was ultimately the better version, the book or the movie!

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"A Mosaic of Punchlines" ITF Read: Slaughterhouse-Five (1969 novel) Jul 16, 2021

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Kurt Vonnegut's enduring anti-war novel rocketed him into fame by coming to American readers when attitudes were ripe for the sort of novel he wanted to write, one that fictionalizes his experiences as a POW in World War II and the trauma of surviving the bombing of Dresden. In episode 189, Luke & James revel in the unique style of a master, try to look at death from a Tralfamadorian perspective, ponder an indecipherable question, and seek the meaning of life. And join them next week when they discuss the 1972 film adaptation by George Roy Hill!

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