This week on That '70s Movie Podcast, Michael and @MidCenturyCinem cock their pistols and fire at Stanley Kubrick's 1975 historical drama "Barry Lyndon." This was our first and long-overdue chance to talk about Stan the Man, a director we both revere. We discussed how this film fits into Kubrick's esteemed filmography; we talked about the extraordinary and gorgeous attention to detail in this film -- from the sets to the costumes -- and debated the existential question of whether Barry's path is fated to happen or if he creates his own fortune (both good and bad). So pull up your tankard, light the candles, hold on to those guineas, and come join us for the latest episode of That '70s Movie Podcast. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3Ru…

This week on That '70s Movie Podcast, @MidCenturyCinem and I head to the desert for the 1975 classic, "The Passenger." Although it stars Jack Nicholson and is directed by the legendary Italian filmmaker Michelangelo Antonioni, this film is not well known. But make no mistake, this is a masterpiece of '70s cinema and one of the most beautifully shot films that you'll ever see. The production values are second to none, the desert vistas are awe-inspiring, the performances of Nicholson and Maria Schneider are among the best of their careers, and the legendary final one-shot is, as Jonathon would say, cin-e-ma. So grab your guns, head to church, and check out this week's episode of "That '70s Movie Podcast." Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5Ht… Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

This week on That '70s Movie Podcast, Jonathan and Michael go fishing for the 2001 neo-noir thriller, The Pledge. One of the podcast's founding credos is that not every '70s film was made in the 1970s—and few modern movies embody the ethos of '70s filmmaking quite like "The Pledge." Moral ambiguity, a flawed male protagonist, and a decidedly bleak ending ... The Pledge has it all! We were particularly impressed by Jack Nicholson's restrained, against-type performance, but disagreed on his motivation and the reasons for his descent into madness. However, we agreed on Sean Penn's deft direction and brilliant visual storytelling, and loved the film's wonderful cameo performances, from Helen Mirren and Vanessa Redgrave to Mickey Rourke and Harry Dean Stanton. So grab a bottle of Glenfiddich, keep your eyes out for porcupines, and join us for this week's episode of That '70s Movie Podcast. open.spotify.com/episode/4jn…

This week on "That '70s Movie Podcast," @MidCenturyCinem and I prepare to atone for our sins with the 1973 Martin Scorsese classic, "Mean Streets." While we both enjoyed the feel and craft of this movie, we had slightly mixed feelings about it. I saw it more as a vibe than a movie and felt it was largely a collection of vignettes organized around a plot—and Jonathan thought that is precisely what makes the film so great! Both of us had enormous praise for Scorsese's legacy as a director, with Jonathan describing "Mean Streets" as the ur-text of his extraordinary career. And, of course, we loved Harvey Keitel and Robert De Niro's breakout performances. So sidle up to the jukebox, put your hand in the fire, and don't forget to pay your debts as you join us for this week's episode. Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3fS…