The Cine-Files

HAPPY NEW YEAR, CINE-FILES FANS! On this week's episode, Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up 2025 with Part 2 of their compilation of their favorite Patreon shorts from the year. These are shorts that are usually only heard by our Patrons, but we wanted to make them available to everyone as a thank you for the support and as a way of showing anyone not on the Patreon, a sample of the extra content you get from us for joining. On this compilation, we include our shorts on Objective vs Subjective, Managing the Insanity, our Crimson Tide debate, Captain America civil war, Editing as a career and a selected FMK. Thank you to everyone who supports, listens and/or promotes our show. We hope you are all having a wonderful holiday season and we wish you a Happy New Year!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:TRUDIAGNOSTIC. Epigenetic Experts &
Aging Authorities that provide DNA based insights for aging, nutrition & more! At TruDiagnostic, we are firm believers that harnessing the power of epigenetic data can help the world live longer and healthier lives! Our TruHealth test ensures your nutritional, metabolic, immune, and cognitive health are functioning at their peak to support longevity goals. Our TruAge test helps you track those goals and stay ahead of the aging curve by measuring your biological age, speed of aging, and key longevity metrics. Try out TRUDIAGNOSTIC's services today at: www.trudiagnostic.comBETTER HELP: BetterHelp is the world’s largest online therapy service, facilitating millions of video sessions, voice calls, chats, and messages between therapists and members every month. Visit them at: www.betterhelp.comSECRET NATURE: OUR MISSION Feeling is the secret, and our mission is to help people feel better everyday. High-CBD, low-THC means all the benefits and none of the common negative side effects like anxiety and paranoia. We have been breeding and growing high CBD cannabis for over 10 years, and are excited to finally offer these revolutionary products to people all over the world. It’s time for a new wave of cannabis that can enhance your lifestyle, not hinder it. Visit their website at www.secretnature.comFOLLOW:Follow John Rocha: @therochasaysFollow Steve Morris: @srmorrisFollow us on Twitter @cine_filesFollow us on Instagram @thecinefilespodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CINEFILES20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-cine-files/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

HAPPY NEW YEAR, CINE-FILES FANS! On this week's episode, Steve Morris and John Rocha wrap up 2025 with Part 1 of their compilation of their favorite Patreon shorts from the year. These are shorts that are usually only heard by our Patrons, but we wanted to make them available to everyone as a thank you for the support and as a way of showing anyone not on the Patreon, a sample of the extra content you get from us for joining. On this compilation, we include our shorts on our tribute to Rob Reiner, our thoughts on male friendships, and how we process our own awkward minds and process the awkward minds of others. Thank you to everyone who supports, listens and/or promotes our show. We hope you are all having a wonderful holiday season and we wish you a Happy New Year!Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:TRUDIAGNOSTIC. Epigenetic Experts &
Aging Authorities that provide DNA based insights for aging, nutrition & more! At TruDiagnostic, we are firm believers that harnessing the power of epigenetic data can help the world live longer and healthier lives! Our TruHealth test ensures your nutritional, metabolic, immune, and cognitive health are functioning at their peak to support longevity goals. Our TruAge test helps you track those goals and stay ahead of the aging curve by measuring your biological age, speed of aging, and key longevity metrics. Try out TRUDIAGNOSTIC's services today at: www.trudiagnostic.comHIMS. Hims is a one-stop telehealth service for men's wellness and care, providing treatment options for hair loss, ED & more. Check out HIMS at: www.hims.comWASHINGTON RED RASPBERRIES: Crafted exclusively for freezing and grown in the rich, fertile soil of Washington by generations of passionate American farmers, these berries have a legacy of excellence. Picked at peak ripeness, Washington red raspberries are frozen within hours of harvest—often on the same farm as they were grown. Visit their website for more info at: www.redrazz.orgUNCOMMON GOODS: Discover unique gifts created by independent makers at Uncommon Goods. You'll find something for everyone you love—including you. Visit their website for some great gifts at: www.uncommongoods.comSECRET NATURE: OUR MISSION Feeling is the secret, and our mission is to help people feel better everyday. High-CBD, low-THC means all the benefits and none of the common negative side effects like anxiety and paranoia. We have been breeding and growing high CBD cannabis for over 10 years, and are excited to finally offer these revolutionary products to people all over the world. It’s time for a new wave of cannabis that can enhance your lifestyle, not hinder it. Visit their website at www.secretnature.comFOLLOW:Follow John Rocha: @therochasaysFollow Steve Morris: @srmorrisFollow us on Twitter @cine_filesFollow us on Instagram @thecinefilespodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CINEFILES20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-cine-files/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a very special episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha travel back in Santa's sleigh to 1983 to revisit and discuss the modern Christmas classic 'A Christmas Story' from director Bob Clark and starring Peter Billinglsey, Darren McGavin, and Melinda Dillon. Based on the book 'In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash' by Jean Shepherd with a screenplay by Shepherd, Clark and Leigh Brown, the film is presented in a series of vignettes, following a 9-year-old Ralphie Parker (Billingsley) and his family's misadventures in Northwest Indiana around the late 1930s or early 1940s. All Ralphie wants for Christmas is a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Ralphie's request is rebuffed by every adult, all of whom insist Ralphie will shoot his eye out. Will Ralphie get his wish or will he shoot his eye out? Leonard Maltin proclaimed the film "a top screen comedy". Roger Ebert initially gave the film three stars out of four, but later awarded the film four stars and added the film to his "Great Movies" list. Over the years, the film's critical reputation has grown considerably and it is regarded by some as one of the best films of 1983. In his book Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas, critic Alonso Duralde lists A Christmas Story in his chapter of "Christmas Classics". Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene and break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, themes, message, philosophical debates and more.AND JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON, WE ARE RUNNING OUR FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL FOR NEW PATRONS. YOU CAN JOIN THE CINE-FILES PATREON NOW FOR 25% OFF ANY TIER. JUST USE THE CODE "9BCA3" WHEN YOU SIGN UP AT: https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesIf you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/44GGHD5Purchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarkThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:HIMS. Hims is a one-stop telehealth service for men's wellness and care, providing treatment options for hair loss, ED & more. Check out HIMS at: www.hims.comWASHINGTON RED RASPBERRIES: Crafted exclusively for freezing and grown in the rich, fertile soil of Washington by generations of passionate American farmers, these berries have a legacy of excellence. Picked at peak ripeness, Washington red raspberries are frozen within hours of harvest—often on the same farm as they were grown. Visit their website for more info at: www.redrazz.orgUNCOMMON GOODS: Discover unique gifts created by independent makers at Uncommon Goods. You'll find something for everyone you love—including you. Visit their website for some great gifts at: www.uncommongoods.comSECRET NATURE: OUR MISSION Feeling is the secret, and our mission is to help people feel better everyday. High-CBD, low-THC means all the benefits and none of the common negative side effects like anxiety and paranoia. We have been breeding and growing high CBD cannabis for over 10 years, and are excited to finally offer these revolutionary products to people all over the world. It’s time for a new wave of cannabis that can enhance your lifestyle, not hinder it. Visit their website at www.secretnature.comFOLLOW:Follow John Rocha: @therochasaysFollow Steve Morris: @srmorrisFollow us on Twitter @cine_filesFollow us on Instagram @thecinefilespodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CINEFILES20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-cine-files/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their overdue tribute to the late and incredibly great Diane Keaton with Part 2 of their deep dive into 1977's 'Annie Hall'. The film stars Keaton and Woody Allen who also co-wrote and directed the movie. A satirical romantic comedy-drama with Allen as Alvy Singer, who tries to figure out the reasons for the failure of his relationship with the eponymous female lead, Annie Hall, a role Allen wrote specifically for Keaton. The film was nominated for the Big Five Academy Awards, winning four: the Academy Award for Best Picture, two for Allen (Best Director and, with Marshall Brickman, Best Original Screenplay), and Best Actress for Keaton who also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress that year. It ranks 31st on AFI's list of the 100 greatest films in American cinema. The film's screenplay was also named the funniest ever written by the Writers Guild of America in its list of the "101 Funniest Screenplays". It's also regarded by critics as a landmark "transitional" film in Allen's career, moving his work from more "accessible" and surreal parody towards more "naturalistic" comic filmmaking. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene and break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, themes, message, philosophical debates and more.AND REMEMBER, WE ARE RUNNING OUR FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL FOR NEW PATRONS. YOU CAN JOIN THE CINE-FILES PATREON NOW FOR 25% OFF ANY TIER. JUST USE THE CODE 9BCA3 WHEN YOU SIGN UP AT: https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesIf you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/48yHOHjPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarkThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:HIMS. Hims is a one-stop telehealth service for men's wellness and care, providing treatment options for hair loss, ED & more. Check out HIMS at: www.hims.comWASHINGTON RED RASPBERRIES: Crafted exclusively for freezing and grown in the rich, fertile soil of Washington by generations of passionate American farmers, these berries have a legacy of excellence. Picked at peak ripeness, Washington red raspberries are frozen within hours of harvest—often on the same farm as they were grown. Visit their website for more info at: www.redrazz.orgUNCOMMON GOODS: Discover unique gifts created by independent makers at Uncommon Goods. You'll find something for everyone you love—including you. Visit their website for some great gifts at: www.uncommongoods.comSECRET NATURE: OUR MISSION Feeling is the secret, and our mission is to help people feel better everyday. High-CBD, low-THC means all the benefits and none of the common negative side effects like anxiety and paranoia. We have been breeding and growing high CBD cannabis for over 10 years, and are excited to finally offer these revolutionary products to people all over the world. It’s time for a new wave of cannabis that can enhance your lifestyle, not hinder it. Visit their website at www.secretnature.comFOLLOW:Follow John Rocha: @therochasaysFollow Steve Morris: @srmorrisFollow us on Twitter @cine_filesFollow us on Instagram @thecinefilespodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CINEFILES20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-cine-files/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris and John Rocha offer up their overdue tribute to the late and incredibly great Diane Keaton by revisiting 1977's 'Annie Hall'. The film stars Keaton and Woody Allen who also co-wrote and directed the movie. A satirical romantic comedy-drama with Allen as Alvy Singer, who tries to figure out the reasons for the failure of his relationship with the eponymous female lead, Annie Hall, a role Allen wrote specifically for Keaton. The film was nominated for the Big Five Academy Awards, winning four: the Academy Award for Best Picture, two for Allen (Best Director and, with Marshall Brickman, Best Original Screenplay), and Best Actress for Keaton who also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress that year. It ranks 31st on AFI's list of the 100 greatest films in American cinema. The film's screenplay was also named the funniest ever written by the Writers Guild of America in its list of the "101 Funniest Screenplays". It's also regarded by critics as a landmark "transitional" film in Allen's career, moving his work from more "accessible" and surreal parody towards more "naturalistic" comic filmmaking. Steve and John go thru the movie scene by scene and break down the direction, acting, storylines, cinematography, score, themes, message, philosophical debates and more.AND JUST ANNOUNCED TODAY, WE ARE RUNNING OUR FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL FOR NEW PATRONS. YOU CAN JOIN THE CINE-FILES PATREON NOW FOR 25% OFF ANY TIER. JUST USE THE CODE 9BCA3 WHEN YOU SIGN UP AT: https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesIf you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: https://amzn.to/48yHOHjPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarkThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:HIMS. Hims is a one-stop telehealth service for men's wellness and care, providing treatment options for hair loss, ED & more. Check out HIMS at: www.hims.comWASHINGTON RED RASPBERRIES: Crafted exclusively for freezing and grown in the rich, fertile soil of Washington by generations of passionate American farmers, these berries have a legacy of excellence. Picked at peak ripeness, Washington red raspberries are frozen within hours of harvest—often on the same farm as they were grown. Visit their website for more info at: www.redrazz.orgUNCOMMON GOODS: Discover unique gifts created by independent makers at Uncommon Goods. You'll find something for everyone you love—including you. Visit their website for some great gifts at: www.uncommongoods.comSECRET NATURE: OUR MISSION Feeling is the secret, and our mission is to help people feel better everyday. High-CBD, low-THC means all the benefits and none of the common negative side effects like anxiety and paranoia. We have been breeding and growing high CBD cannabis for over 10 years, and are excited to finally offer these revolutionary products to people all over the world. It’s time for a new wave of cannabis that can enhance your lifestyle, not hinder it. Visit their website at www.secretnature.comFOLLOW:Follow John Rocha: @therochasaysFollow Steve Morris: @srmorrisFollow us on Twitter @cine_filesFollow us on Instagram @thecinefilespodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CINEFILES20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-cine-files/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy