The Actor and The Engineer Podcast

• Ep 396 - Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

  Join us as we get into ‘Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning.' We analyze the movie's storyline, character development, and overall execution. We compare it to 'Dead Reckoning' and other Mission Impossible films, touching on our thoughts about the movie's pacing, action sequences, and emotional impact. Don't miss our exploration of the film's highs, lows, and everything in between!

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• Ep 395 - Thunderbolts*

  Join us as we dive into Marvel's Thunderbolts*. We discuss the depth and complexities of the characters, the overarching themes of mental health and familial bonds, and how the movie stands out in the vast Marvel Cinematic Universe. From reflections on performances to the significance of character development, we cover how Thunderbolts shows us a little more than the last few MCU movies.

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• Ep 394 - Sinners

  In this episode we delve into Ryan Coogler's new vampire film, Sinners. We explore Coogler's departure from conventional storytelling, discuss the film's allegory on art and commerce, and dissect the intricate performances, especially highlighting Michael B. Jordan's dual role and Delroy Lindo's masterful acting. We also debate the necessity of the film's multiple endings and reflect on the genre elements that make this film a remarkable piece.

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• Ep 393 - Warfare

  In this episode we discuss the latest film by Alex Garland, which is co-directed and co-written with retired Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza. The movie recounts real events from Ramadi, Iraq, in 2006. We delve into its character development and its portrayal of military operations. We get into the emotional intensity of the storytelling and why this may not be a “war film”.

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• Ep 392 - Black Bag

  In this episode we dive deep into Steven Soderbergh’s latest project 'Black Bag.' The conversation extends to the storytelling prowess of screenwriter David Koepp, the complexities of character development, and the nuances of the film's cinematography and editing. We also touch on other upcoming movies from directors like Paul Thomas Anderson and Spike Lee, and examine performances by Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett.   00:00 Introduction and Excitement for Upcoming Movies 03:50 Character Analysis and Performances 05:38 Cinematic Techniques and Directorial Style 11:09 Spoilers 32:50 Cate Blanchett's Character Study 37:27 Screenplay Precision 39:40 Directorial Styles and Constraints 43:27 Stephen Soderbergh's Approach 49:02 Modern Masterpieces and Recency Bias 52:35 Final Thoughts

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