Rules Of The Frame

We're back after our year break, and we are so excited to talk Titanic and all things Cameron. We bring in sci-fi expert Travis Olson to talk about JC's least fictional film and hear his thoughts on why it's the greatest movie of all time. Connor shares many stories about his viewing experiences and Jon loves the scope and wishes for more films like this.WARNING: Major spoilers for Titanic Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured  Films mentioned in this episode:Titanic (1997) | Dir. James CameronHouse (1977) | Dir. Nobuhiko ObayashiAvatar (2009) | Dir. James CameronThe Abyss (1989) | Dir. James CameronThe Lord of the Rings (2001-2003) | Dir. Peter JacksonPirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) | Dir. Gore VerbinskiIntolerance (1916) | Dir. D.W. GriffithWar of the Worlds (2005) | Dir. Steven Sp

Connor & Jon contemplate and argue about which movies fit into the category of Top 5 Films of the 1990's. Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured

Connor & Jon bring on the final sibling, one Dima Skinner, to discuss the not-so-humble beginnings of the Fast and the Furious franchise. Jon's opinion wavers back and forth as to whether it is a rip-off of Point Break, Dima can't stand the nonsense car lingo, and Connor brings forth a defense for Keanu Reeves.WARNING: Major spoilers for The Fast and the Furious and Point BreakFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------The Fast and the Furious (2001) | Dir. Rob CohenPoint Break (1991) | Dir. Kathryn BigelowMission: Impossible (1996) | Dir. Brian DePalmaThe Chronicles of Riddick (2004) | Dir. David TwohyThe Pacifier (2005) | Dir. Adam ShankmanThe Iron Giant (1999) | Dir. Brad BirdGuardians of the Galaxy (2014) | Dir. James GunnEndless Summer (1966) | D

Connor & Jon once again dip into the deep well of Indiana Jones to discuss Spielberg's ward's attempt to make an action-adventure film. Together the two examine what separates Indy from it's rip-offs, why the adventure genre is so hard to tackle, and Walt Disney's famous last words..."Kurt Russell!"WARNING: Major spoilers for Romancing the Stone, Raiders of the Lost Ark, & Contact Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featuredFilms Mentioned in this Episode:---------------------------------Romancing the Stone (1984) | Dir. Robert ZemeckisRaiders of the Lost Ark (1981) | Dir. Steven SpielbergA Fistful of Dollars (1964) | Dir. Sergio LeoneSuper 8 (2011) | Dir. J.J. AbramsForrest Gump (1994) | Dir. Robert ZemeckisIndiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008) | Dir. Steven SpielbergThe Lost City (2022) | D

It's hard to believe that this show has been running for five years now. Connor, Jon, and Riley meet up to talk about the history and development of the show, some of their favorite and least favorite episodes, and even some trivia about the most popular elements of Rules of the Frame. Special thank you to you listeners, for making this show possible, sending in your feedback, and for just being incredible!Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured

It's our 100th episode, so we're bringing the whole gang back together. Join Connor, Jon, and Riley as they discuss Jean Renoir's masterpiece, the namesake of the show, The Rules of the Game. Connor adores the camera movements and staging, Jon tries to dissect the cultural elements, and Riley asks THE question "what makes a movie good?"WARNING: Major spoilers for The Rules of the Game Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------The Rules of the Game (1939) | Dir. Jean RenoirLa Chienne (1931) | Dir. Jean RenoirThe Human Beast (1938) | Dir. Jean RenoirThe Grand Illusion (1937 ) | Dir. Jean RenoirThe Wizard of Oz (1939) | Dir. Victor Fleming & King VidorCitizen Kane (1941) | Dir. Orson WellesGone with the Wind (1939) | Dir. Victor Fleming, George Cukor, &

Connor & Jon get sent to space prison or Manhattan prison as they examine the weird Euro-action b-movie Lockout, and it's definite point of inspiration Escape from New York. They examine the actual legal action that was taken against Lockout and decipher how original of an idea did Luc Besson have? Jon thinks there's a better bad movie that could have been made, Connor is annoyed at the rules of space this film breaks, and both question the place of Snake Plissken in 80s' and modern action films.WARNING: Major spoilers for Escape from New York & Lockout, minor spoilers for Big Trouble in Little China & Predator Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------Lockout (2012) | Dir. James Mather & Steve Saint LegerEscape from New York (1981) | Dir

Connor & Jon mosey on down to the ol' West/feudal Japan to consume one of the greatest spaghetti Westerns of all time: A Fistful of Dollars! Since there was a legal dispute over this film, does it automatically make it a rip off of Yojimbo? Connor gets way too worked up over a Rotten Tomatoes Top 100 list, Jon wants to propose to Morricone's score, and the two try to hold the show together through Covid and technical malfunctions.WARNING: Major spoilers for A Fistful of Dollars and YojimboFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------A Fistful of Dollars (1964) | Dir. Sergio LeoneYojimbo (1961) | Dir. Akira KurosawaThe Colossus of Rhodes (1961) | Dir. Sergio LeoneShane (1953) | Dir. George StevensMy Darling Clementine (1946) | Dir. John FordFor a Few Dol

Connor and Jon bring along fellow weird-film-enthusiast Travis Olson to discuss House. The three dig into how the studio wanted this film to be the Japanese Jaws, the incredible use of practical effects, and if this is the strangest film they've covered so far! WARNING: Major spoilers for House, minor spoilers for Jaws Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------House (1977) | Dir. Nobuhiko ObayashiJaws (1975) | Dir. Steven SpielbergMulholland Drive (2001) | Dir. David LynchDead Alive (1992) | Dir. Peter JacksonBad Taste (1987) | Dir. Peter JacksonMeet the Feebles (1989) | Dir. Peter JacksonMaster and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) | Dir. Peter WeirGodzilla (1954) | Dir. Ishiro HondaPiranha II: The Spawning (1981) | Dir. James CameronPiranha (

Connor & Jon get spooked out by Tim Burton's claymation adaptation of his short film: Frankenweenie. Jon gets freaked out by the teeth, Connor is frustrated by the Laika-esque animation, and the two just can't seem to agree on whether this film is a rip-off or a remake.WARNING: Major spoilers for Frankenweenie and Frankenstein Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:---------------------------------Frankenweenie (2012) | Dir. Tim BurtonEdward Scissorhands (1990) | Dir. Tim BurtonFrankenstein (1931) | Dir. James WhaleThe Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) | Dir. Henry SelickJames and the Giant (1996) | Dir. Henry SelickCorpse Bride (2005) | Dir. Tim BurtonE.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) | Dir. Steven SpielbergVincent (1982) | Dir. Tim BurtonFrankenweenie (1984) | Dir. Tim BurtonP

Connor & Jon are reluctantly dragged to space as they try to decipher James Gray's opaque space road movie. The boys try to figure out how much it is inspired by Apocalypse, Now or by Heart of Darkness. Connor is amazed by the visuals, but disappointed by the outcome and Jon rags on the film the whole time. WARNING: Major spoilers for Ad Astra and Apocalypse, Now Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------Ad Astra (2019) | Dir. James GrayApocalypse, Now (1979) | Dir. Francis Ford CoppolaJoker (2019) | Dir. Todd PhillipsGravity (2013) | Dir. Alfonso CuaronInterstellar (2014) | Dir. Christopher NolanFirst Man (2018) | Dir. Damien ChazelleMoon (2009) | Dir. Duncan JonesBlade Runner 2049 (2017) | Dir. Denis VilleneuveJoker (2019) | Dir. Todd PhillipsSlow

Connor & Jon are joined by Thatcher Radler to discuss Joker and why it pulled so much from King of Comedy and Taxi Driver. Jon is bothered by the messiness of the Batman and DC universe. Connor can't stand the film's tone of uber-serious. Thatcher progressively realizes how much of a rip-off this film is. WARNING: Major spoilers for Joker, minor spoilers for Taxi Driver & King of Comedy Follow Suite 25:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HEdFdon42QifJyEZxAIpE?si=xc4t-nGDTOO9g1JEyuWdagYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgKbWWQ8U19kxgFfyN13zhwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/suite25music/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Suite25 Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------Joker (2019) | Dir. Todd PhillipsKing of Comedy (1982)

Connor & Jon are joined by Dillon Worthington to figure out how well The Last Duel harnesses Rashomon's storytelling technique. Jon wonders if Scott was the right choice of director. Connor tries to figure out why they didn't let Nicole write the entire script. And Dillon ponders who this movie is for. WARNING: Major spoilers for The Last Duel and Rashomon Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:---------------------------------The Last Duel (2021) | Dir. Ridley ScottRashomon (1950) | Dir. Akira KurosawaThe Shape of Water (2017) | Dir. Guillermo Del ToroThe Martian (2015) | Dir. Ridley ScottGood Will Hunting (1997) | Dir. Gus Van SantHouse of Gucci (2021) | Dir. Ridley ScottReady Player One (2018) | Dir. Steven SpielbergThe Post (2017) | Dir. Steven SpielbergBlack Widow (2021) |

Connor & Jon start off the new series by analyzing Super 8 and its predecessor E.T. Is it purely an homage, and does it count as one since Spielberg worked on it? Is it to be blamed for the boom in 80's nostalgia? Is it an effective piece of storytelling? Listen in to find out!WARNING: Major spoilers for Super 8, minor spoilers for E.T.Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------Super 8 (2011) | Dir. J.J. AbramsE.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) | Dir. Steven SpielbergJurassic Park (1993) | Dir. Steven SpielbergSchindler's List (1993) | Dir. Steven SpielbergDazed & Confused (1993) | Dir. Richard LinklaterEverybody Wants Some (2016) | Dir. Richard LinklaterStar Wars (1977) | Dir. George LucasMission Impossible III (2006) | Dir. J.J. AbramsStar Trek (

Connor & Jon set up the stage for their new series: Retelling or Rip-Off. They make the distinction on what films are eligible, and that this is not dedicated to official remakes or adaptions, but to films that walk the line of inspiration and stealing. Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured

Connor and Jon bring on too many guests to discuss Tommy Wiseau's labor of love: The Room. Connor Gooderl tries to piece together Tommy's mysterious past, Tim goes on about the non-stop moaning, Daniel secretly watches YouTube videos, and Zach weaves a poetic tapestry of the true meaning and intent of The Room.WARNING: Major spoilers for The Room Follow Connor: https://twitter.com/ConnorGoodz?t=Q8h7WaXvW60k743Kz3186Q&s=09Follow Daniel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCz30rrh_gVuq0WY_eZcOogFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:--------------------------------The Room (2003) | Dir. Tommy WiseauJack and Jill (2011) | Dir. Dennis DuganBirdemic: Shock and Terror (2010) | Dir. James NguyenThe Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) | Dir. Anthony MinghellaThe Disaster Artist (2017) | Dir. James

Connor & Jon grab a milkshake with musician and filmmaker Erick Frost and talk about the subversive oil epic: There Will Be Blood. Connor is happy because the film is a non-traditional slow western. Jon is happy because the film is based on an obscure part of history. And Erick is happy because the film is innovative in its use of lenses and practical effects. WARNING: Major spoilers for There Will Be Blood, minor spoilers for No Country for Old Men Follow Erick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erickfrost/?hl=en Follow RORRE:Website: https://www.rorreband.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/5SvrzzHtsrPawzur258VNX?si=adfde283455c4974TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rorreband?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Link to Switchfoot's music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RHGp1Ugigo Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_

Connor & Jon dive into the big blue with Michael Kelley to discuss the aquatic cinematic masterpiece: Finding Nemo. Of course there is a fair amount of discussion on the state of animation, Michael tells how the film affected his relationship with his family, Connor just wants to talk about the score, and Jon can't remember all of Dory's misremembered names for Nemo. WARNING: Major spoilers for Finding Nemo Follow Michael: http://www.michaelkelleyfilm.com/ Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featured Films mentioned in this episode:---------------------------------Finding Nemo (2003) | Dir. Andrew StantonA Series of Unfortunate Events (2004) | Dir. Brad SilberlingToy Story (1995) | Dir. John LasseterThe Lion King (1994) | Dir. Roger Allers & Rob MinkoffA Bug's Life (1998) | Dir. John Lasseter & Andrew Stanto

Connor & Jon are joined by Alan Sisto and Shawn Marchese of The Prancing Pony Podcast to talk about the Middle Earth Masterpiece: The Return of the King. The four ponder the strange filmic history of The Lord of the Rings. Shawn and Alan use Tolkien's letter to Ackerman to evaluate whether Jackson did a good job of adapting the books. Connor gushes over the sound design and Jon's mind is changed on the ending of the film. WARNING: Major spoilers for The Lord of the Rings, minor spoilers for Star Wars: Episodes 6 & 9, Follow Alan & Shawn:Prancing Pony Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2VarjDoOdeWCYjCtLLdkSM?si=66def0323adb4571The Rings of Power Wrap-Up: https://open.spotify.com/show/6D6NcEveliOPgaimYYzJbI?si=4696ddd1b8614f41Website: https://theprancingponypodcast.comSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/theprancingponypodcast/https://instagram.com/prancingponypod?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://www.facebook.com/ringswrapup/https://instagram.com/ringswrapup?utm_medium=copy_link Link to Anything You

Connor & Jon go straight to the heart of Gotham City with Zack Reed to discuss The Dark Knight. Zack remembers the days of old where he could just look at this as a "cool movie." Jon can't stop obsessing over the geography changes throughout the trilogy and how Gotham is essentially Chicago. Connor just wonders where other superhero films went wrong.WARNING: Major spoilers for The Dark Knight, minor spoilers for The Dark Knight RisesFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rulesoftheframe/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rulesoftheframe  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RulesOfTheFrame  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII7_Fevn8na1ZkXyfUeTQA/featuredFilms mentioned in this episode:---------------------------------The Dark Knight (2008) | Dir. Christopher NolanInception (2010) | Dir. Christopher NolanBatman Begins (2005) | Dir. Christopher NolanV for Vendetta (2005) | Dir. James McTeigueJoker (2019) | Dir. Todd PhillipsGravity (2013) | Dir. Alfonso CuaronIron Man (2008) | Dir. Jon FavreauHe