Cinema On The Spectrum
Deep dives into cinema from the perspective of two neurodivergent friends.
Episodes
In this conversation, Reed and Michael delve into the Pixar film 'Up', exploring its themes, character dynamics, and emotional depth. They discuss the significance of Carl and Ellie's relationship, the role of Russell, and the impact of voice acting on the film's narrative. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of the film's themes in relation to childhood, loss, and rediscovery, while comparing it to other Pixa...
In this episode, Reed and Michael delve into the beloved Pixar film Monsters Inc., exploring its themes of fear, energy, and emotional connections. They discuss the voice performances, particularly by Billy Crystal and John Goodman, and how the film's world-building creates a unique monster civilization.
Synopsis:
In order to power the city, monsters have to scare children so that they scream. However, the children are toxic to the...
In this episode Reed and Michael delve into the world of Pixar, focusing on the iconic film Toy Story and the contributions of Pete Docter.
Synopsis:
A cowboy doll is profoundly jealous when a new spaceman action figure supplants him as the top toy in a boy's bedroom. When circumstances separate them from their owner, the duo have to put aside their differences to return to him.
In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss the Andrew Stanton directed episode of the Netflix series Stranger Things, titled "Dig Dug".
Synopsis:
Nancy and Jonathan swap conspiracy theories with a new ally as Eleven searches for someone from her past. "Bob the Brain" tackles a difficult problem.
In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Andrew Stanton's follow up to "Finding Nemo", 2016's "Finding Dory".
Synopsis:
Friendly but forgetful blue tang Dory begins a search for her long-lost parents and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way.
In this episode, host Reed Smith and guest Jeff Stewart discuss the first episode of 'For All Mankind' directed by Andrew Stanton. They explore the themes of parenting, the challenges of television directing, and the balance between storytelling and visual style. The conversation delves into how Stanton's work compares to other directors, particularly in terms of thematic depth and directorial signature.
Synopsis:
A dispute on the ...
In this episode, Reed and Michael delve into Andrew Stanton's film 'John Carter,' exploring its themes, character development, and comparisons to other works like 'Avatar.'.
Synopsis:
A war-weary former army captain is inexplicably transported to Mars and reluctantly becomes embroiled in a conflict of epic proportions.
In this episode of Cinema on the Spectrum, hosts Reed and Michael delve into Andrew Stanton's film WALL-E, exploring its themes of environmentalism, corporate influence, and representation of body image.
Synopsis:
A robot who is responsible for cleaning a waste-covered Earth meets another robot and falls in love with her. Together, they set out on a journey that will alter the fate of mankind.
Reed and Micheal discuss Andrew Stanton's second animated feature film, 2003's "Finding Nemo".
Synopsis:
After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on a journey to bring him home.
Reed and Micheal discuss the directorial debut of Andrew Stanton, 1998's "A Bug's Life".
Synopsis:
A misfit ant, looking for "warriors" to save his colony from greedy grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be an inept circus troupe.
In this special episode , Reed and Micheal are joined by fellow podcaster, Andre Myette, from the X-Rated: The X-Men Animated Review Show as they discuss the works of David Cronenberg.
In this special episode Reed and Micheal discuss the classic Batman the Animated Series episode "On Leather Wings" as it compares to David Cronenberg's remake of "The Fly".
In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's most recent documentary 2020's "Beastie Boys Story" for Apple TV+.
Synopsis:
Here's a little story they're about to tell... Michael Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of the band, Beastie Boys, and 40 years of friendship in a live documentary experience directed by friend and collaborator, Spike Jonze.
In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonez's 2013 sci-fi romance, "Her".
Synopsis:
" In the near future, a lonely writer develops an unlikely relationship with an operating system designed to meet his every need."
In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's 2009 adaptation of the beloved children's book "Where the Wild Things Are."
Synopsis:
Yearning for escape and adventure, a young boy runs away from home and sails to an island filled with creatures that take him in as their king.
In this episode Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's documentary about the beloved childrens author Maurice Sendak.
Synopsis:
A loving look at one of the most cherished and controversial figures in children's literature, Maurice Sendak. In this deeply moving tribute, spend time with the man who spoke to children through his stories and illustrations in a way no one else could.
In this episode, Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's second film, 2002's "Adaptation".
Synopsis:
A lovelorn screenwriter becomes desperate as he tries and fails to adapt 'The Orchid Thief' by Susan Orlean for the screen.
Reed and Micheal discuss Spike Jonze's first feature film, the high concept comedy "Being John Malcovich".
Synopsis:
A puppeteer discovers a portal that leads literally into the head of movie star John Malkovich.
Listen in as Reed and Micheal discuss Jordan Peele's third film "Nope".
Synopsis:
The residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery.
In this episode Reed and Micheal do a deep dive into Jordan Peele's second feature film, "Us".
Synopsis:
In order to get away from their busy lives, the Wilson family takes a vacation to Santa Cruz, California. At night, four strangers break into Adelaide's childhood home. The family is shocked to find out that the intruders look like them.
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