Required Watching
Required Watching is the ultimate film review podcast for aspiring filmmakers and cinephiles alike! Join me, Tray Epps, as we embark on an exciting cinematic journey through the lens of learning about filmmaking and discovering how to move forward in the world of cinema.
In each episode, we dive deep into the essential films handpicked by influential cinematic influencers and esteemed filmmakers. Together, we explore the genius behind these masterpieces and unravel the secrets of their storytelling techniques, cinematography, and character development.
But this podcast is more than just film analysis. It's a comprehensive guide for those passionate about making their mark in the film industry. We examine the films not only for their artistic brilliance but also to learn valuable lessons that can help us grow as aspiring filmmakers. From dissecting unique storytelling structures to understanding the nuances of visual composition, we leave no stone unturned in our quest for filmmaking knowledge.
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- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 149
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
The Lunchbox
What do you call a rom-com that doesn't even feature its leads in the same place? You call it The Lunchbox. The hit indie takes its turn at being a romantic drama about growing up, letting go, and fi…
Baahubali
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You've Got Mail
AIM Away Message: BRB Helping mom with groceries. A/S/L??
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Moonlight
Do you ever look at old photos and not recognize yourself? Me too.
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The Godfather
Well, here we are. An EPIC of cinema history. Let's do this.
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When Harry Met Sally
I always had crushes on my girl friends. Billy Crystal may be onto something...
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Kiki Special Delivery Service
Forget Sabrina. Kiki is my new favorite teenage witch...and I heard this is where Suri Cruise got her signature bow from.
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81. Superbad
Let's take it back to we were young, care free and able to get fake IDs....Are fake IDs still a thing?
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80. Inside Llewyn Davis
Well, shall we sing a song?
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79. RRR
RRR is a worldwide phenomenon but what does it say about filmmaking today?
Let's go on a trip where hunters find millions and a filmmaker reviews a film where a stone cold killer chose to get a crazy …
78. No Country For Old Men
Let's go on a trip where hunters find millions and a filmmaker reviews a film where a stone cold killer chose to get a crazy haircut. Enjoy!
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77. Thelma and Louise
Have you actually seen Thelma and Louise or were you told you've seen it?
In this episode, we cover:
- Female friendships on screen. Do we need them? (Answer: Yes)
- How boring the midwest is
- Is the film a …
76. Monster
Who says spooky season can't start early? Let's kick it off with Monster.
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75. Shiva Baby
Join us for Shiva as we break down a debut feature.
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74. Dirty Dancing
Required Watching is back!! Watch or listen week as we go through movies from around the world and see what we can take away from the film.
This week, Dirty Dancing.
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73. Mississippi Masala
A story about where we call home and the people we love.
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72. Les Miserables
A tribute to the classic yet a unique story all its own. Put your glasses on, we're still in France, BABY!
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71. Blade
Just the start of the comic book movie as we know it now.
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70. The Intouchables
We go back to France with a two-hander that spawned 5 remakes.
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69 - Tenet
Happy New Year!
You can't get rid of us that easily. We are back and we are going to start off slow with some ramblings about Tenet. Dan has finally seen it so we are able to be confused together.
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