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Author: Ryan McNeil

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Episode 151 – 88TH OSCAR NOMINEES

Talkin’ the 88th Oscar Nominations with Marya E. Gates.

Posted on January 18, 2016January 31, 2016
the watchlist

Days of The Week (Films Watched January 9 – 16)

I did a jigsaw puzzle while watching movies this week, and sat aghast before the tragedy of Heathcliff & Catherine.

Posted on January 16, 2016January 28, 2016
award talk

88th Oscar Nominations

The votes are in…

Posted on January 14, 2016January 28, 2016
award talk

Big Decisions: Step Three on The Road to The 88th Oscars

So much seems certain, so much remains unknown.

Posted on January 13, 2016January 20, 2016
essays, news, thoughts & opinions

Dear David Bowie

You held open the art gallery door, and made us all feel welcome to finally step inside.

Posted on January 11, 2016July 3, 2019
reviews

THE REVENANT

An epic and unflinching reminder that revenge is only a temporary remedy.

Posted on January 10, 2016September 28, 2019
the watchlist

Days of The Week (Films Watched January 1 – 8)

My journey through #52FilmsByWomen begins…

Posted on January 9, 2016January 16, 2016
reviews

JOY

A cheap reminder of something real brings David O. Russell’s winning streak to a screeching halt.

Posted on January 7, 2016September 28, 2019
guest spots, podcasts

Elsewhere: Talkin’ 2015 At The Movies on the 2015 CAST Awards Podcast

Nine people. Ten films. Many drinks. One table.

Posted on January 6, 2016January 13, 2016
the watchlist

Days of The Week (Films Watched December 19 – 31)

Let’s blow this pop stand…

Posted on January 2, 2016January 9, 2016
listy goodness

Over and Done With: Ryan’s Top Five of 2015

Jedi, martians, democrats, republicans, lesbians, AI, boxers, puppets, emotions, drivers, reporters, and actresses. All in a year’s work…

Posted on January 1, 2016December 31, 2016
matineecast, podcasts

Episode 150 – 2015 in Review

Talkin’ 2015 at the Movies with guests Shane McNeil and Rachel West from Cineplex, and Lindsay Ragone. Together we close out the year by naming off our top five films.

Posted on December 31, 2015January 10, 2016

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