Rules Of The Frame

Films mentioned in this episode: How to Train Your Dragon (2010) | Dir. Dean DeBlois & Chris Sanders The Secret of Kells (2009) | Dir. Tomm Moore & Nora Twomey The Phantom of the Opera (2004) | Dir. Joel Schumacher The Iron Giant (1999) | Dir. Brad Bird Toy Story (1995) | Dir. John Lasseter Ratatouille (2007) | Dir Brad Bird A Bug's Life (1998) | Dir. John Lasseter Finding Nemo (2003) | Dir. Andrew Stanton Kung Fu Panda (2008) | Dir. Mark Osborne & John Stevenson Bee Movie (2007) | Dir. Simon J. Smith & Steve Hickner Tangled (2010| Dir. Nathan Greno & Byron Howard Jules & Jim (1962) | Dir. Francois Truffaut Peter Pan (2003) |Dir. P.J. Hogan How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014) | Dir. Dean DeBlois

It's 2019! Which means Connor and Riley are dissecting Ridley Scott's vision of 2019 Los Angeles in the classic science-fiction film Blade Runner. They are joined by Steve Snediker, Associate Professor of Visual Arts at John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. The Rules of the Frame crew reach a whole new level of nerdiness as they discuss crazy production conditions, all different versions of Blade Runner, connections to Blade Runner 2049, and what it really means to be human. Full spoilers for Blade Runner Link to Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner - https://www.amazon.com/Future-Noir-Revised-Updated-Making/dp/0062699466/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=future+noir&qid=1552883172&s=gateway&sr=8-1 Films mentioned in this episode: Blade Runner (1982) | Dir. Ridley Scott Alien (1979) | Dir. Ridley Scott Brazil (1985) | Dir. Terry Gilliam Blade Runner 2049 (2017) | Dir. Denis Villeneuve A Scanner Darkly (2006) | Dir. Richard Linklater Total Recall (1990) | Dir. Paul Verhoeven Minority Report (200

Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then, everything changed when M. Night Shyamalan attacked. Connor and Riley examine The Last Airbender to find out what exactly went wrong. Was the studio interfering? Would this movie be better off without a director? Does Shyamalan owe the world an apology? Yes. Yes he does. Full spoilers for Avatar: The Last Airbender, Signs, & Blade Runner Films mentioned in this episode: The Last Airbender (2010) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (2001-2003) | Dir. Peter Jackson The Battle of the Five Armies (2014) | Dir. Peter Jackson Goodfellas (1990) | Dir. Martin Scorsese Barry Lyndon (1975) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Signs (2002) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan The Village (2004) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan Blade Runner (1982) | Dir. Ridley Scott Unbreakable (2000) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan After Earth (2013) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan Glass (2019) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan The Visit (2015) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan Follow us: Facebook: https://ww

Connor and Riley prelude their upcoming series with a brief discussion about book-to-film adaptations. Tired of hearing, "I thought the book was better"? They talk about their beef with that phrase, and why adaptations should be scrutinized differently. Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame

An epic conclusion to an epic series: Barry Lyndon. Connor and Riley oogle over each and every frame of Stanley Kubrick's 1975 period piece. Why was this film neglected? And does it really deserve a spot among the greatest achievements in cinematography? WARNING: Full spoilers for Barry Lyndon Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame Films mentioned in this episode: Barry Lyndon (1975) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick The Shining (1980) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick A Clockwork Orange (1971) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Eyes Wide Shut (1999) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Full Metal Jacket (1987) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Gangs of New York (2002) | Dir. Martin Scorsese Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) | Dir. Peter Weir Spartacus (1960) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Paths of Glory (1957) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Jaws (1975) | Dir. Steven Spielberg Lawrence of A

In the penultimate episode in their Epic series, Connor and Riley examine Akira Kurosawa's crowning achievement Seven Samurai. While possibly the most influential film ever made, this film also showcases how Kurosawa's directing style differed from most at the time. Listen for Star Wars comparisons, Japanese culture, and Riley struggling to pronounce a single Japanese name correctly. WARNING: Spoilers for Seven Samurai Every Frame a Painting video: https://youtu.be/doaQC-S8de8 Films mentioned in this episode: Seven Samurai (1954) | Dir. Akira Kurosawa Star Wars (1977) | Dir. George Lucas The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) | Dir. Peter Jackson Une Femme est une Femme ( A Woman is a Woman)(1961) | Dir. Jean-Luc Godard The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) | Dir. Wes Anderson The Dark Knight trilogy (2005-2012) | Dir. Christopher Nolan Ran (1985) | Dir. Akira Kurosawa Dersu Uzala (1975) | Dir. Akira Kurosawa Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983) | Dir. Nagisa Oshima The Magnificent Seven (1960) | John Sturges A

Connor and Riley talk about the often overlooked epic-period film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Once again, Connor geeks out about history as they discuss if life at sea really was as grueling as this movie depicts. Does the CG hold up to today's standards? How faithful is Russel Crowe's performance to the Captain Aubrey from Patrick O'Brian's original novels? How does this film compare to Pirates of the Caribbean released the same year? WARNING: Full spoilers for Master and Commander, Dead Poet Society, and Picnic at Hanging Rock. Films mentioned in this episode: Master & Commander: The Far Side of the World (2002) | Dir. Peter Weir Witness (1985) | Dir. Peter Weir The Cars That Ate Paris (1974) | Dir. Peter Weir Dead Poets Society (1989) | Dir. Peter Weir Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975) | Dir. Peter Weir Dumbo (1941) | see Directors... https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033563/fullcredits?ref_=tt_ql_1 Das Boot (1981) | Dir. Wolfgang Petersen Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pear

Connor and Riley are joined by friend and video editor Travis Olsen to discuss Fritz Lang's Sci-Fi Masterpiece Metropolis. They discuss film editing, social classes, extreme filming conditions, and whether or not Metropolis was deserving of a new 1980's synth soundtrack. WARNING: Full spoilers for Metropolis Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/?ref=m_notif&notif_t=page_user_activity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame Films mentioned in this epidsode: Metropolis (1927) | Dir. Fritz Lang M (1931) | Dir. Fritz Lang The Testament of Dr. Mabuse (1933) | Dir. Fritz Lang The Red Shoes (1948) | Dir. Michael Powell & Emeric Pressburger Brazil (1985) | Dir. Terry Gilliam Blade Runner (1982) | Dir. Ridley Scott Star Wars Episodes I-III (1999-2005) | Dir. George Lucas Top Gun (1986) | Dir. Tony Scott Jaws (1975) | Dir. Steven Spielberg The Black Stallion (1979) | Dir. Carroll Ballard Man With A Movie Camera (1929) | Dir. Dziga Ve

A little PSA for all of our listeners that the name of the podcast will no longer be Good Film Hunting, but instead we will be Rules of the Frame. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame?lang=en

Join Connor & Riley as they tackle the Marvel universe and how it has become the modern version of the epic. Hear if nerds should direct superhero movies, why the Hulk is the most interesting Avenger, and is the Marvel craze ever going to end? WARNING: Major spoilers for The Avengers & Avengers: Infinity War, minor spoilers for Split & Alien Films mentioned in this episode: The Avengers (2012) | Dir Joss Whedon The Incredible Hulk (2008) | Dir. Louis Leterrier Doctor Strange (2016) | Dir. Scott Derrickson Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) | Dir. James Gunn Iron Man (2008) | Dir. Jon Favreau Thor: Ragnarok (2017) | Dir. Taika Waititi Spider-Man 2 (2004) | Dir. Sam Raimi The Incredibles (2004) | Dir. Brad Bird The Bourne Identity (2002) | Dir. Doug Liman Unbreakable (2000) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan Glass (2019) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan Split (2016) | Dir. M. Night Shyamalan Hellboy (2004) | Dir. Guillermo del Toro Avengers: Infinity War (2018) | Dir. Anthony Russo & Joe Russo Captain America: Civ

Connor and Riley transition from the from the cold Russian winter to the hot Arabian summer as they discuss David Lean's 1962 masterwork, Lawrence of Arabia. Learn how this movie influenced the next generation of filmmakers, and if it truly lives up to being the greatest epic of all time. Connor defends long run-times for movies, while Riley pitches anproject for film school students. You'll also hear a nerdy digression into the history of aspect ratios and a public service announcement for anyone who owns movies on home video. WARNING: Full spoilers for Lawrence of Arabia, minor spoilers for Doctor Zhivago & Tangled Video on aspect ratios: https://youtu.be/uSuCJyZzyRE Films mentioned in this episode: Lawrence of Arabia (1962) | Dir. David Lean Doctor Zhivago (1965) | Dir. David Lean Great Expectations (1946) | Dir. David Lean Oliver Twist (1948) | Dir. David Lean Star Wars (1977) | Dir. George Lucas Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) | Dir. Robert Hamer Hidalgo (2004) | Dir. Joe Johnston Raiders of the L

Join Connor & Riley as they bring on the brilliant Irishman, Billy Stevenson, to discuss the romantic epic that is: Doctor Zhivago. Experience the true story of how this film impacted the life of the guest. Hear why intermissions are so important for long films. And decide whether action alone is enough to present love on film. WARNING: Full spoilers for Doctor Zhivago Link to David Lean biography: https://www.amazon.com/David-Lean-Intimate-Lady-Sandra/dp/0233002480/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546537111&sr=8-1&keywords=david+lean%3A+an+intimate+portrait Films mentioned in this episode: Doctor Zhivago (1965) | Dir. David Lean Brief Encounter (1945) | Dir. David Lean 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) | Dir. Stanley Kubrick Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) | Dir. Ken Hughes The Revenant (2015) | Dir. Alejandro G. Inarritu Lawrence of Arabia (1962) | Dir. David Lean Great Expecatations (1946) | Dir. David Lean The Sound of Music (1965) | Dir. Robert Wise Ryan's Daughter (1970) | Dir. David Lean Ratatouille

Connor and Riley intro their next series with a discussion on what constitutes an epic film. How do the new "epic" films measure up against the classic epics of old? Is the Marvel "machine" taking over Hollywood? Listen to find out.

Join Connor & Riley as they tackle Dreamworks' animated epic: The Prince of Egypt. Where they discuss questions that naturally come with each viewing such as: Is it Ramses or Rameses? Why is there a pop cover at the end of every 90's animated movie? And why is Jeff Goldblum in a Biblical epic? Listen in to the conversation. WARNING: Major spoilers for The Prince of Egypt & minor spoilers for Exodus: Gods & Kings Films mentioned in this episode: The Prince of Egypt (1998) | Dir. Brenda Chapman, Steve Hickner, Simon Wells Antz (1998) | Dir. Eric Darnell, Tim Johnson A Bug's Life (1998) | Dir. John Lasseter Mulan (1998) | Dir. Tony Bancroft , Barry Cook Hercules (1997) | Dir. Ron Clements, John Musker Tarzan (1999) | Dir. Chris Buck, Kevin Lima Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003) | Dir. Patrick Gillmore, Tim Johnson The Road to El Dorado (2000) | Dir. Bibo Bergeron, Don Paul Ben-Hur (1959) | Dir. William Wyler Treasure Planet (2002) | Dir. Ron Clements, John Musker Atlantis: The Lost Empire

This week, Maggie Hardy joins Connor and Riley as they delve into the magical world of Peter Pan! From play, to book, to film... you'll hear them compare the strengths and weaknesses of each medium. WARNING: Full spoilers for Peter Pan (1953) Huffington Post article on Mary Blair: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/22/the-world-of-mary-blair_n_5003658.html The Illusion of Life: Disney Animation: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/106731.The_Illusion_of_Life Films mentioned in this episode: Peter Pan (1953) | Dir. Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson, and Hamilton Luske Peter Pan (2003) | Dir. P.J. Hogan Hook (1991) | Dir. Steven Spielberg Peter Pan (1924) | Dir. Herbert Brenon Pan (2015) | Dir. Joe Wright Finding Neverland (2004) | Dir. Mark Forster Alice In Wonderland (1951) | Dir. Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson, and Hamilton Luske Fantasia (1940) | see directors... https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032455/fullcredits?ref_=tt_ov_dr#directors/ Pinocchio (1940) | see directors... https://www.imdb.com/title/tt00

Connor and Riley explore the origins of ex-Disney animator Don Bluth with his directorial debut: The Secret of N.I.M.H. Don Bluth shook up the animation industry in the 1980's with darker material, proving that children can be a respected audience and handle heavier themes. Does the Secret of NIMH live up to it's source material? Listen to find out! Link to Dragon's Lair playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-dg4J9_nes WARNING: Full spoilers for The Secret of NIMH Films mentioned in this episode: Titan A.E. (2000) | Dir. Don Bluth Oliver and Company (1987) | Dir. George Scribner An American Tail (1986) | Dir. Don Bluth An American Tail: Fievel Goes West (1991) | Dir. Phil Nibbelink & Simon Wells The Land Before Time (1988) | Dir. Don Bluth All Dogs Go to Heaven (1989) | Dir. Don Bluth The Great Mouse Detective (1986) | Dir. Ron Clements The Black Cauldron (1985) | Dir. Ted Berman Home on the Range (2004) | Dir. Will Finn Toy Story (1995) | Dir. John Lasseter Tarzan (1999) | Dir. Chris Buck &

Connor and Riley get a bit emotional in this episode. They're joined by Connor's brother, Zack Reed, to discuss one of their favorite Pixar films: WALL-E. Childhoods are reminisced and tears are shed in this next episode in the series on the art and importance of animated films. Apologies in advance for the sniffles and stuffed up voices. WARNING: Full spoilers for WALL-E and minor spoilers for 24 & The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Link to Andrew Stanton's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxDwieKpawg Films mentioned in this episode: WALL-E (2008) | Dir. Andrew Stanton Finding Nemo (2003) | Dir. Andrew Stanton A Bug's Life (1998) | Dir. John Lasseter Monster's Inc. (2001) | Dir. Pete Docter Toy Story (1995) | Dir. John Lasseter Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) | Dir. William Cottrell & David Hand Ratatouille (2007) | Dir. Brad Bird The Incredibles (2004) | Dir. Brad Bird Lone Survivor (2013) | Dir. Peter Berg Hachi: A Dog's Tale (2009) | Dir. Lasse Hallstrom Old Yeller (1957) | Dir. Robert

Connor and Riley give their take on Miyazaki's The Wind Rises. This film gives an account of Jiro Horikoshi, designer of the Mitsubishi A6M Zero airplane, which was heavily utilized in WWII . The question this movies seeks to answer is this: What if our beautiful dreams are used for destruction? WARNING: Full spoilers for The Wind Rises Films mentioned in this episode: The Wind Rises (2013) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki Grave of the Fireflies (1988) | Dir. Isao Takahata My Neighbor Totoro (1988) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki Kiki's Delivery Servce (1989) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki Boro the Caterpillar (2018) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki Ponyo (2008) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki Only Yesterday (1991) | Dir. Isao Takahata Floating Weeds (aka: Ukigusa) (1959) | Dir. Yasujirō Ozu Duck Amuck (1953) | Dir. Chuck Jones The Secret of NIMH (1982) | Dir. Don Bluth Porco Rosso (1992) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki

Connor and Riley are joined by their first ever guest and long time friend Stephen LaGue to discuss Wes Anderson's first animated feature: Fantastic Mr. Fox. As this is the start of their new series on animation, they'll discuss its diversity, impact, and why it does not get the credit it deserves. Why shouldn't animation be considered a genre? Why is Wes Anderson's dry humor is so great? Is Stephen LaGue the human version of Kylie the Opossum? WARNING: Full spoilers for Fantastic Mr. Fox Films mentioned in this episode Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) | Dir. Wes Anderson Toy Story (1995) | Dir. John Lasseter Coco (2017) | Dir. Lee Unkrich Inside Out (2015) | Dir. Peter Docter Only Yesterday (1991) | Dir. Isao Takahata The Wind Rises (2013) | Dir. Hayao Miyazaki Finding Nemo (2003) | Dir. Andrew Stanton Piper (2016) | Dir. Alan Barillaro The Incredibles (2004) | Dir. Brad Bird Incredibles 2 (2018) | Dir. Brad Bird Moonrise Kingdom (2012) | Dir. Wes Anderson The Darjeeling Limited (2007) | Dir. Wes Anderson Kicking &

In our final episode in our mini-series on the use of silence in films, we discuss the Coen Brothers' masterpiece No Country For Old Men. Join us as we compare Tommy Lee Jones to Andy Griffith, make a weird connection with this film and The Office. and discuss what is truly important: Roger Deakins finally getting an Oscar. WARNING: Full Spoilers for No Country For Old Men, minor spoilers for Prometheus & Barton Fink Films mentioned in this episode No Country For Old Men (2007) | Dir. Joel & Ethan Coen The Big Lebowski (1998) | Dir. Joel & Ethan Coen O, Brother Where Art Thou (2000) | Dir. Joel & Ethan Coen True Grit (2010) | Dir. Joel & Ethan Coen Barton Fink (1991) | Dir. Joel & Ethan Coen Before Night Falls (2000) | Dir. Julian Schnabel Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017) | Dir. Joachim Ronning & Espen Sandberg Skyfall (2012) | Dir. Sam Mendes Biutiful (2010) | Dir. Alejandro G. Inarritu The Fugitive (1993) | Dir. Andrew Davis Jason Bourne (2016) | Dir. Pau