In the 51st episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we present a curated collection of films about dudes bonding in and out of cars: Schrader's The Card Counter, Eastwood's Cry Macho, and Ducournau's Titane. We also talk about the IATSE strike and the importance of supporting the true soldiers of cinema. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

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Episode 51: Total Gearheads

In an act of unparalleled generosity, we are UNLOCKING our August Movie Night episode for our regular listeners to enjoy! This one covers the 2001 cult classic GHOST WORLD, and we're joined by cousin of the pod Colin to talk about it. This is just a taste of the premium content that our loyal Patreon subscribers enjoy on a regular basis. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

[BONUS] Movie Night: Ghost World [with Colin]

In an extra-special podcasting event, we are celebrating our 50th episodiversary by inviting one of the Original Film Warriors, Brett of Rev Left Radio, back onto the pod for a discussion of Steven Soderbergh's CHE (2008). This unconventional biopic, featuring a legendary performance by Benicio del Toro in the title role, is a perfect way to sum up our first quinquagesimal. MAY THERE BE 50 MORE!

Episode 50: Podcast o Muerte [with Brett of RevLeftRadio]

In the fourty-ninth episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we review the films of August: Lisa Joy's Reminiscence, Leos Carax's Annette, and Nia DaCosta's Candyman. We also discuss the jeopardy of Jeopardy and preview an upcoming feature film. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 49: Can't Remember to Forget You

In the forty-eighth episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we review No Sudden Move, Pig, and The Green Knight. Along the way, we resolve the legal dispute between Disney and Scarlett Johansson and provide a live reaction to the trailer for Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 48: Green Knights and Ham

We're hitting Broadway! In the forty-seventh episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we review Mr. Hamilton's In The Heights, Ozon's Summer of 85, and Petzold's Undine. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 47: In the Depths

In the fourty-sixth episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we review a slimmed-down slate of films. On the chopping block are Taylor Sheridan's Those Who Wish Me Dead and Robert Machoian's The Killing of Two Lovers. We also discuss the acquisition of MGM by Amazon and the sexual proclivities of Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 46: Feige Fetish

Hammer and Camera is back! In our fourty-fifth episode, we review Godzilla v. Kong, Shiva Baby, and Mortal Kombat. Along the way, we also review the Oscars and contemplate where images come from.

Episode 45: Straight Outta Camera

In the 44th episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we review Florian Zeller's The Father, Rodney Ascher's A Glitch in the Matrix, and J.P. Sniadecki and Lisa Malloy's A Shape of Things to Come. Along the way, we speculate on what the fabled R-rated cut of Mrs. Doubtfire might contain. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 44: Operation Doubtfire

MOVIES ARE BACK! On episode 43 of the Hammer & Camera podcast, the boys hail the triumphant return of that wonderful form of art we know as "the pictures." We review Lee Isaac Chung's Minari, Shaka King's Judas and the Black Messiah, and Chloé Zhao's Nomadland. We are also, once again, asking you to stan Scorsese and take part in the glorious cultural revolution against philistinism. 

Episode 43: Movies are Back

In the forty-second episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we are joined by our good friends London and Maddie to discuss the 1977 William Friedkin film Sorcerer, and the New Hollywood period of American cinema. We dive deep into this under-appreciated thriller and perhaps discover something about the American film industry along the way. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 42: Difficult Rider [with London and Maddie]

On the 41st episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we're reviewing Black Bear, Promising Young Woman, and MLK/FBI. Along the way, we critically evaluate the legacy of King Kong and talk about our support for GameSpot.  Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 41: Promises, They Break Before They're Made

In the very special 40th edition of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we're joined by friend of the pod Keith (@finncomplete) to discuss the films of Japanese master Akira Kurosawa! We've picked out six films from across Kurosawa's long career, grouped generally by the "samurai" theme: Sanshiro Sugata, Rashomon, Seven Samurai, Throne of Blood, Yojimbo and Ran. Join us as we learn and grow our appreciation for one of history's greatest film maestros! Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 40: Yo-himbos [with Keith]

In the 39th episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, we discuss the great streaming coup, making deals with the devil, being in the rat race, and review David Fincher's Mank (11:05), George C. Wolfe's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (35:42), and Thomas Vinterberg's Another Round (55:45). Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 39: Santa Claus's Come and Gone

In the thirty-eighth episode of the Hammer & Camera podcast, your hosts continue investigating the dark secrets of the Disney corporation, and soberly discuss the conservatism of Christopher Nolan's sound critics. We also review three films from the past month: Francis Lee's Ammonite, Frederick Wiseman's City Hall, and Hong Khaou's Monsoon. Become a Patron and join us for our Movie Night episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/hammercamera

Episode 38: Stop the Count

Hammer & Camera's Taylor and Phil are your communist guides through the wild world of contemporary cinema. We look for the beautiful and powerful, but also the weird and contradictory, in movies released today.