The Important Cinema Club

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#229 - David Cronenberg's Vanilla Sex Life Oct 14, 2020

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We discuss Canada's own, David Cronenberg, and tackle his body horror filmography (mostly) by diving into SHIVERS, THE BROOD and EASTERN PROMISES. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com Listen to exclusive episodes at www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub Check out Justin's other podcast THE BAY STREET VIDEO PODCAST (https://soundcloud.com/thebaystreetvideopodcast) and NO SUCH THING AS A BAD MOVIE (https://soundcloud.com/nosuchthingasabadmovie) As well as Will's other podcast MICHAEL AND US (https://soundcloud.com/michael-and-us)

#228 - Are You Ready for Freddy? (In a Nightmare on Elm Street) Oct 07, 2020

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Happy Shocktober! We discuss the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#227 - The Cinema Journals of Jonas Mekas Sep 26, 2020

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In this episode, we discuss the essential work of Jonas Mekas, author of the Cinema Journal column in the Village Voice, founder of the Anthology Film Archives, and torchbearer for experimental cinema. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#226 - The Plasticine Dreams of Nick Park Sep 19, 2020

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We discuss the work of Nick Park, the Writer/Director behind Wallace and Gromit, and dive into THE WRONG TROUSERS, CHICKEN RUN, and CURSE OF THE WERE-RABBIT. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com On this week's Patreon episode, we discuss Daneil Craig's tenure as James Bond. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#225 - Charlie Kaufman's Beautiful Failures Sep 10, 2020

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We explore the career of Writer/Director Charlie Kaufman and discuss his films BEING JOHN MALKOVICH, SYNECDOCHE NEW YORK and I'M THINKING OF ENDING THINGS. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com On this week's Patreon episode, we talk about Larry Cohen's PERFECT STRANGERS. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#224 - The Impossible Filmography of Jess Franco (Part 2) Sep 05, 2020

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Check out Part 1 here: https://soundcloud.com/the-important-cinema-club/151-the-impossible-filmography-of-jess-franco-part-1 We discuss the last-half of Jess Franco's prolific career with a focus on films like THE SEX IS CRAZY, BLOODY MOON, and THE REVENGE OF THE HOUSE OF USHER. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com On this week's Patreon episode, we talk about BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC and long gap sequels. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#223 - The No Wave Apocalypse Aug 24, 2020

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We discuss the No Wave Film Movement and focus in on Nick Zedd's THEY EAT SCUM and Richard Kern's FINGERED. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com In this week's Patreon episode, we discuss Roman Polanski's THE TENANT. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#222 - The Loveable Robin Williams Aug 14, 2020

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We discuss the life and work of manic funnyman Robin Williams and focus on MRS. DOUBTFIRE and WORLD'S GREATEST DAD. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop us a line at importantcinemaclubpodcast@gmail.com In this week's Patreon episode, we discuss Godfrey Ho: The Revenge! Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#221 - Pudovkin: The Father of Russian Cinema Aug 04, 2020

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We discuss the work of Vsevolod Pudovkin, one of the bright lights of the Russian avant-garde, and focus in on his films MOTHER (1926) and STORM OVER ASIA (1928). Are his films dusty relics or exciting vital art? We find out! Grab Gold Ninja Video's NINJA VORTEX now at www.goldninjavideo.com In this week's Patreon episode, we tackle Paul Schrader's PATTY HEARST. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

#220 - The Unacceptable History of Wakefield Poole Jul 27, 2020

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Did you know that there was a hardcore feature that was a crossover hit a year before DEEP THROAT came out? Isn't it weird most people haven't heard of it? It's because it was a gay porno. We discuss the work of Writer/Director Wakefield Poole and focus on his seminal film BOYS IN THE SAND, BIJOU, THE BIBLE, and TAKE ONE. In this week's Patreon episode, we discuss NOSFERATU IN VENICE. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and get an exclusive episode every week! www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

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