Throughout the special features, one thing that keeps repeating from original franchise actor Keanu Reeves is the comment that people have been telling him since the release of 1999’s The Matrix that the films changed their lives. It may seem,… Read More ›
In 1999, a question was posed that would have an unexpected impact on cinema and my life as a cinema-goer for years to come: “What is the Matrix?” It’s little more than tagline, a simple query that also serves as… Read More ›
Since we’re in the time of year where some folks are celebrating either Passover or Easter, I pitched to Darryl the idea of exploring resurrections in cinema. Our reasonings may surprise you for what we choose. We also, of course,… Read More ›
When one thinks about Independence Day in the States, absent thoughts of food and fireworks, we think of freedom. Thing is, freedom doesn’t just mean breaking ties with a governing power. Sometimes freedom comes in the form of breaking free… Read More ›
For the last show in 2018, hosts Darryl Mansel and Douglas Davidson dig into a topic that’s easy for some, harder for others: if you could watch any film you’ve seen as if it were the first time, which would… Read More ›
After an extended absence that we’ll blame on prepping for the upcoming Primer episode, hosts Seed and Douglas catch up on the films they’ve seen during the break, have a civil discussion of their opposing views regarding the latest Cine-Men Challenge,… Read More ›