Midnight Local

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Christian Bale's first movie was weird and wonderful and awful and soviet Jul 18, 2024

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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the obscure movie 'Mio in the Land of Far Away.' They reminisce about their childhood memories of the film and its strange and unique qualities. They explore the origins of the movie, its production process, and the notable actors involved. Despite acknowledging that the movie is objectively bad, they find joy in its nostalgic value and the bizarre elements it presents. The conversation touches on other fantasy films from the 80s and the challenges of working in the entertainment industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to 'Midnight Local' and the Movie

02:06 Nostalgic Memories and Shared Experience

03:05 Origins and Distribution of the Movie

04:58 Comparing 'Mio in the Land of Far Away' to Other Fantasy Films

08:23 Discussion on Work Ethic and Grind Culture

09:22 Exploring the Cast and Production Challenges

11:08 Connection to 'Pippi Longstocking' and Swedish Literature

14:45 Dubbing and Editing Issues in the Movie

18:27 Appreciation for the Weirdness and Nostalgic Value

20:09 Parallels to 'Harry Potter' and the Hero's Journey

22:07 Personal Anecdotes and Connection to the Movie

25:30 Discussion on Swedish Heritage and Cultural References

27:53 Reflection on the Movie's Quality and Exposition

30:57 Comparisons to Other Fantasy Films and Director's Cut

34:12 Discussion on Little People in Hollywood

37:59 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

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We're Back! Jul 11, 2024

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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss their experience working with Studio 71, a multi-channel network. They talk about the initial excitement of being hired by Studio 71 to produce a podcast, the lack of communication and support from the company, and ultimately being fired during a meeting. They also touch on the challenges of podcasting and the unrealistic expectations set by the industry. The episode highlights the importance of clear communication, collaboration, and realistic goals when working with a network or agency. In this conversation, Meredith and Greg discuss their experience of being fired by a podcast network and the challenges they faced in trying to promote their show. They reflect on the misconceptions about podcasting as a hobby and emphasize the importance of financial stability in order to continue producing content. They also discuss the decision to take a break from podcasting and their plans for the future. The conversation touches on topics such as communication styles, the value of labor, and the dynamics of podcast networks.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Getting Fired

03:00 Working with Studio 71 and the Lack of Communication

10:01 The Realities of Podcasting and Unrealistic Expectations

18:58 The Disappointing Meeting and Being Fired

26:21 The Challenges of Promoting a Podcast

33:09 The Misconceptions About Podcasting as a Hobby

35:53 The Importance of Financial Stability in Podcasting

39:02 Taking a Break to Reassess and Redefine

45:07 The Freedom of Being Fired

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Dark City, the best film of 1998? Sep 18, 2023

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Dark City is a highly critically acclaimed film from 1998, Roger Ebert went as far as to call it the best film of that year. The movie is often compared to the Matrix and remembered fondly by both Greg and Meredith. We aren't so sure that it still holds up but we couldn't stop bringing it up when we discussed The Matrix a few weeks ago and thought it was worth revisiting so we could tell you all about it.

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Aliens, this time it's war Sep 11, 2023

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We couldn't talk about Alien without talking about it's arguably superior sequel, Aliens. James Cameron redefines the franchise into an action/adventure packed blockbuster where we see our main characters really fight back against the alien threat. The mother/daughter love story Cameron builds between Ripley and Newt adds a layer of humanity to this movie that everyone can connect with.

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Alien, is directing a job for jerks? Sep 04, 2023

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In this episode we talk about the best space thriller of all time. This is the second Ridley Scott film we have discussed - go back and check out our episode on Blade Runner - so we spend some time talking about other directors who have made their mark and if the position of the director has changed. Also we discuss how Dan O'Bannon creates the most terrifying creatures of all time!

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The Matrix, does it hold up? Aug 28, 2023

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Is the Matrix as awesome as we thought it was in 1999. There is no question that bullet time made it’s mark on filmmaking but is that the best thing the Matrix left us with? This week we are talking about this and much more.

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Paul Reubens, Pee Wee’s Big Adventure Aug 21, 2023

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We are talking about Pee Wee Herman’s Big Adventure this week, Tim Burton’s feature debut. We also dive into the miss information surrounding Paul Reubens and how his signature alter ego came to be. This comedian and the world he created will be very missed.

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Spirited Away, Intro to Anime Aug 14, 2023

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This week we are talking about anime, Miyazaki films and Spirited Away. Somehow we also found ourselves in a conversation about Game of Thrones which we will need to expand upon in a future episode.

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Blade Runner, they don’t make them like this anymore Aug 07, 2023

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Today we are talking about Ridley Scott’s Cyberpunk masterpiece. With all of the stops and starts, financing issues, and production challenges it is a miracle this movie got made. Turns out we watched different versions of the movie, if you are watching along with us the Director’s Cut is the superior choice.

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Roid Rage TV, American Gladiators Jul 31, 2023

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We watched the Netflix doc Muscles and Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators and it brought us back to the golden age of weird fever dream TV. We are talking about Sifl and Olly, Cutlery Corner, UHF and all the other content that was filling time slots in the early days of late night television and cable. Let us know if you agree that the world needs more weird shit on TV again?

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