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Author: Ryan McNeil

matineecast, podcasts

Episode 119 – MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT

Talkin’ MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT with guest Adriana Floridia. She and Ryan also flip the record over to play the other side.

Posted on August 18, 2014January 28, 2015
blogathon

Watch it Again: THE THIN RED LINE

Thinking back on my own misinterpretations, and the constants that exist in a world full of variables.

Posted on August 17, 2014August 22, 2014
blogathon, contributions

Watch It Again: Sam McCosh on EYES WIDE SHUT

One final guest contribution, this one from The Land Down Under. Sam McCosh drops in to discuss a Kubrick film that many dislike.

Posted on August 16, 2014August 21, 2014
blogathon, contributions

Watch It Again: Courtney Small on FIGHT CLUB

I am Jack’s automated blog post…with a great deal of help from Courtney Small.

Posted on August 13, 2014August 19, 2014
blogathon, contributions

Watch It Again: Kate Bradford on DON JON

Today it’s Kate’s turn to take the mic, with the most recent selection of the series.

Posted on August 12, 2014March 9, 2015
blogathon, contributions

Watch It Again: Brian J. Roan on MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL

A week of reconsiderations begins with Mr. Roan remembering the second time he was asked his name, his quest, and his favorite colour.

Posted on August 11, 2014August 17, 2014
blogathon

Road Trippin’: The Vacation and The “Watch It Again” Series

Taking some time off and giving some of my friends a chance to talk about their second time.

Posted on August 10, 2014August 12, 2014
the watchlist

Days of The Week (Films Watched August 2 – August 7)

When it feels like you’re watching less, but you’re actually watching the same.

Posted on August 9, 2014August 12, 2014
links

Everybody’s Talkin’ 8 – 7 (Chatter from Other Bloggers)

The Cinecast gathers around one table. Ulkar speaks five languages. Andrew takes notes. I reflect.

Posted on August 8, 2014August 12, 2014
american movie critics, discussion, my back pages

You Want History: Jandy & I Discuss Sandburg

Jandy and I dive deeper into the book, and take joy in waxing poetic

Posted on August 7, 2014August 11, 2014
festivals, news, TIFF

News of The World 2014 pt iii – TIFF Announces Canadian Lineup

Time for the home team to take the ball.

Posted on August 6, 2014September 4, 2014
trailers

Streets of Sorrow: NIGHTCRAWLER Trailer

Last autumn was pretty good to Donnie Darko. Can he continue the run of good work?

Posted on August 5, 2014September 4, 2014

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