Cinema Convos

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Cinema Convos

Cinema Convos is a show dedicated to showcasing a diverse taste in cinema. We bring a new guest to every episode to discuss one of their favorite films and break it down.

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    I Swear

    We discuss the film “I Swear.” In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the film as well as the film’s portrayal of Tourette's syndrome. Spoiler warnings are issued in the episode as needed.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠

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    2026 Howdywood Film Festival Recap

    We recap our experience at the 2026 Howdywood Film Festival at Texas A&M University. In this episode, we also briefly discuss the upcoming film, “I Love Boosters.” Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support MSC Aggie Cinema: https://myaggieland.txamfoundation.com/tamf/giveTheme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_LoWLztX5M

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    2026 Oscars Predictions

    We present our predictions for the 2026 Oscars ceremony. Tune in on March 15th to see how many we got correct.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠

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    2026 Oscars Nominations Predictions

    We predict what films will be nominated in the major categories at the 2026 Oscars ceremony.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠

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    Marty Supreme Trailer Reaction

    We react to the trailer for Josh Safdie’s “Marty Supreme.” We also discuss the film’s chances in the upcoming award season and why we are so excited for this movie.Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvosContent Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language.

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    Get Out

    We discuss the film “Get Out” with featured guest Natasha from Tash Talks Film. In this episode, we also discuss this film’s impact on the genre and how Jordan Peele’s career has played out since its success*SPOILER WARNING*Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠Check Out Tash Talks Film: https://linktr.ee/tashtalksfilm

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    2025 Q2 Movie Roundup

    We react to the films of the second quarter of the year 2025. In this episode, we also discuss some of our favorite movies of the year so far and some upcoming films we are looking forward to.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠ Theme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_LoWLztX5M

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    2004 Retrospective

    We talk about the films from 2004 and their cultural impact and significance with featured guest, Max. In this episode, we review some of our personal favorites from this year as well as why we find this to be a special year for cinema.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠ Theme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_LoWLztX5M

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    2025 Q1 Movie Roundup

    We react to the films of the first quarter of the year 2025. In this episode, we also discuss some of the trends we have noticed in the year thus far.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠ Theme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_LoWLztX5M

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    Avengers: Infinity War

    Yash discusses the film “Avengers: Infinity War” with featured guest Christian. In this episode, we also discuss the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the ambitious nature of this film.Learn more about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvosLearn more about Glory Apparel: https://glory-apparel.creator-spring.com/

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    La La Land

    Yash discusses the film “La La Land” with featured guest Julia. In this episode, we also discuss topics like classic Hollywood, musicals, and the Oscars.*SPOILER WARNING*Learn More about Cinema Convos: anchor.fm/cinemaconvos

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    2025 Oscars Ceremony Reaction

    We react to the 97th Academy Awards that aired on March 2nd, 2025.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠ Theme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_LoWLztX5M

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    2025 Oscars Predictions

    We present our predictions for the 2025 Oscars ceremony. Tune in March 2nd to see how many we got correct.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠⁠ Theme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_LoWLztX5M

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    The 2025 Best Picture Shakeup

    We discuss the rise of Sean Baker’s “Anora” in the Best Picture race as well as why this Oscar category is meaningful to us.Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠⁠Theme music produced by Danya Vodovoz - Royalty Free Musichttps://youtu.be/e_LoWLztX5M

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    2025 Oscars Nominations Predictions

    We predict what films will be nominated in the major categories at the 2025 Oscars ceremony. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠

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    The Shawshank Redemption

    We discuss the film “The Shawshank Redemption” with featured guest Price. In this episode, we also discuss how this film is a staple of cinema and how well-paced the film is and its timeless feeling. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language.  *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠

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    Superbad

    We discuss the film “Superbad” with featured guest Trevor. In this episode, we also discuss how this film is an influential comedy as well as some of our favorite moments in the film. Content Warning: This episode contains strong language.  SPOILER WARNING Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠

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    The Importance of Physical Media

    We discuss the importance of physical media with featured guests Sameed and Ryan. In this episode, Yash also shares some of his personal reasons for why he loves collecting physical media. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Art of the Dumb Comedy

    We discuss the art of a dumb comedy with featured guest Max. In this episode, we discuss the brilliance of a forgotten era of comedy and some of our personal favorites. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Sports Movies & The Olympics

    We discuss the impact of sports films with featured guest Price. In this episode, we discuss some of our personal favorites and why this genre, as well as watching sports can be a special experience. Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Devil Wears Prada

    We discuss the film “The Devil Wears Prada” with featured guest Varnika. In this episode, we also discuss how this film is an important piece of pop culture and how it was a turning point for Anne Hathaway. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language.  *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠

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    Anora Trailer Reaction

    Yash and Zach react to the trailer for Sean Baker's "Anora", with our featured guest Ryan. We also discuss the importance of supporting original cinema, creative marketing techniques, and the rise of A24 and Neon. Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Nightcrawler

    We discuss the film “Nightcrawler” with featured guest Saul. In this episode, we also discuss the pacing of the film and Jake Gyllenhaal’s outstanding performance and ability as an actor. *SPOILER WARNING*

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    The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

    We discuss the film “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” with featured guest Rishi. In this episode, we also discuss the popular film series and what makes a sequel truly great. SPOILER WARNING Learn More about Cinema Convos: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos⁠ Check Out Boomerang Jack: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2010010/Boomerang_Jack/

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    2024 Oscars Predictions

    We unveil our predictions for which films we believe will take the gold for the 2024 Oscars. In this episode, we share why we are choosing each winner and break it down!

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    Batman Begins

    We discuss the film “Batman Begins“ with featured guests Auston and Sameed. In this episode, we also discuss the art of a good cliffhanger ending as well as the importance of a good beginning chapter of a trilogy. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    2023 - 2024 Update - Noise Cancellation

    Yash and Zach bring listeners a quick update on the plans for Cinema Convos!

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    King Kong (2005)

    We discuss the film “King Kong" with featured guest Sam. In this episode, we also discuss Peter Jackson's love for this classic story as well as how it compares to previous versions and its impressive special effects. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Fantastic Mr. Fox

    We discuss the film “Fantastic Mr. Fox“ with featured guest Ramanika. In this episode, we also discuss stop motion animation as an art form as well as Wes Anderson's quirky and distinct directing style Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language.    *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos Follow Ramanika's Yoga Pages: Studios Facebook page: Revive with Yoga Studios Instagram: @revive.with.yoga Main Instagram: @revivewithramanika Main TikTok: @revivewithramanika

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    The Shining

    Yash discusses the film “The Shining” with featured guest Arsal. In this episode, we also discuss what makes a great horror movie as well as how films age and go on to become classics as well as discuss the films of Stanley Kubrick. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos Discover Controller Cast: https://linktr.ee/controllacast

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    The Witch

    We discuss the film “The Witch“ with featured guest Brigitte. In this episode, we also discuss the horror genre's resurgence and the rise of A24. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language.  *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

    Yash discusses the film “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” with featured guest Jonathan. In this episode, we also discuss what makes a great trilogy as well as what makes a quality book-to-movie adaptation. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Ex Machina

    We discuss the film “Ex Machina“ with featured guest Paul. In this episode, we also discuss the film's great exposition and visual effects as well as what makes this a relevant sci-fi film in the modern age.   Content Warning: This episode contains strong language.   *SPOILER WARNING*   Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    My Cousin Vinny

    Yash discusses the film “My Cousin Vinny” with featured guest Shikha. In this episode, we also discuss the strength of the performances and writing featured in the film. Content Warning: The episode contains contains some clips with mild language *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Room

    We discuss the film “The Room“ with featured guest Dan. In this episode, we also discuss the film’s cult following as well as what makes a bad movie truly so bad it’s great. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Transformers

    Yash discusses the film “Transformers” with featured guest Luis. In this episode, we also discuss how the film is the best in the franchise and why it is more than meets the eye. Content Warning: The episode contains occasional mild and strong language *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Lady Bird

    We discuss the film “Lady Bird“ with featured guest Naina. In this episode, we also discuss the coming of age genre and why some films can resonate on a personal level. Content Warning: This episode contains clips with occasional strong language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Rush

    We discuss the film "Rush" with featured guest Kishore. In this episode, we also discuss how this film is entertaining and impactful in a variety of different ways and its emphasis on historical accuracy. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language.  *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Mission: Impossible III

    We discuss the film “Mission: Impossible III” with featured guest Brian, host of TV Trivia Pod. In this episode, we also discuss the spy movie genre as well as the different entries in this franchise. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn more about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos Check out TV Trivia Pod: https://linktr.ee/tvtriviapod

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    Inception

    Yash discusses the film "Inception" with featured guest Sameed. In this episode, we also discuss the innovative nature of films directed by Christopher Nolan and the magic of going to the movie theater. Content Warning: The episode contains occasional mild language  *SPOILER WARNING*      Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos Check out Sameed's Blog: https://sameedsiddiqui.wordpress.com/ This episode is dedicated to Ahmad Akhtar Siddiqi

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    Treasure Planet

    We discuss the film "Treasure Planet" with featured guest Matt. In this episode, we also discuss the art of 2D animation and why sometimes great movies bomb at the box office.   Content Warning: This episode contains strong language *SPOILER WARNING*    Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos Check out Matt's Projects! Banzai: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiauYElfQSDx6WExz10PRPQ Beautifully Terrible Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeautifullyTerribleProductions The Sandman Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEGBZSraFgLhnMMo4si7FXeGqhgu_pKJU

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    The Dark Knight

    We discuss the film "The Dark Knight" with featured guest Nikhil. In this episode, we also discuss what makes a great trilogy as well as different interpretations of Batman in various forms of media. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Other Guys

    We discuss the film “The Other Guys“ with featured guest Alex. In this episode, we also discuss how comedy can be subjective as well as the evolution of filmmaker Adam McKay. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Social Network

    We discuss the film “The Social Network“ with featured guest Price. In this episode, we also discuss how certain films can age and be perceived differently over time. Content Warning: This episode contains some clips with occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    2001: A Space Odyssey

    Yash discusses the film “2001: A Space Odyssey“ with featured guest Tim. In this episode, we also discuss how this film has impacted the science fiction genre and how it even predicted the future. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos Discover Tim’s Podcast - “SHIFT + SPACE” - https://anchor.fm/shiftspacepod

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    The Prestige

    Yash discusses the film “The Prestige“ with featured guest Rishi. In this episode, we also discuss how sometimes audiences can love a movie more than the critics and vice versa as well as the impact of a well-thought-out plot twist.  *SPOILER WARNING*    Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    The Sandlot

    Yash discusses the film “The Sandlot“ with featured guest Zach. In this episode, we also discuss how this movie isn’t really a baseball movie as well as how it compares to other coming-of-age stories. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING* Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Casino Royale

    Yash discusses the film "Casino Royale" with featured guest Kiran. In this episode, we also discuss the Bond franchise and Daniel Craig's other outings as the character. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional strong language. *SPOILER WARNING Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back

    We discuss the film "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" with featured guest Ninno. In this episode, we also compare the three main "Star Wars" trilogies as well as the strong impact of this franchise. Content Warning: This episode contains occasional mild language. *SPOILER WARNING - This episode contains spoilers for various films in the "Star Wars" Franchise. Learn More about Cinema Convos: https://linktr.ee/cinemaconvos

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    Whiplash

    We discuss the film “Whiplash” with our featured guest Paul. In this episode, we also discuss how this film subverts genres. *SPOILER WARNING* Content Warning: This episode contains strong language. Learn more about Cinema Convos: anchor.fm/cinemaconvos

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Cinema Convos is a show dedicated to showcasing a diverse taste in cinema. We bring a new guest to every episode to discuss one of their favorite films and break it down.

HOSTED BY

Yash Bansal and Zach Priddy

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