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
68. 42
In honor of the late, great Chadwick Boseman
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67. Eighth Grade
We feel the love of our chosen family.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
School Supplies!
Meeting at the bleachers
Does this all take place inside??
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66. Scent of A Woman
Don't let the loss of eyesight, make you lose sight of life...
In this episode, we cover topics including:
Does Phillip Seymour Hoffman live in all of us?
What is the status quo in private school?
If lov…
65. Short Term 12
We feel the love of our chosen family.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Ensemble Casts and their star making ability.
- If Captain Marvel is related to the girl from Room...
- Is Short Term 12…
64. Big Fish
We interview [guest name], founder of [company] and [other relevant credentials].
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Small Fish
- The lakes and ponds we are used to
- Accents. Many an accent
- And …
63. La Haine
Nous devenons réels dans le gheto Français.
[English Subtitles]
We get real in the French ghetto.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Lady Marmalade
- Mines
- Gun - a single gun.
- And France's La Hai…
62. The Jerk
We get real silly.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Why do people have it out for all of these cans?
- Adoption
- Karate
- And Steve Martin in The Jerk
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61. The Shining
We read each other's mind and record it.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Children playing in hotels alone
- The black guy getting killed first and last
- Room Service
- And if you read our mind…
60. Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World
We level up.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- The tokens in our pocket
- Favorite Games
- A bird, a plane - Superman
- And Edgar Wright's Scott Pilgrim Vs The World
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59. Young Frankenstein
58. A Thin Blue Line
We watch interviews of people who need professional help.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Actors in Docs.
- Who we would hitch a ride with
- Our obsession with True Crime
- A Thin Blue Line
Conn…
57. Billy Madison
We look at a grown man go to school again without the help of his dad? Wild!
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Eighth Grade
- Same seats
- Where to sit at lunch
- And Adam Sandlers' Billy Madison
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56. Once
Two Boys talk about a Boy and a Girl.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Tray's Favorite Movie
- The Magic of the non-musical
- How many times we have been robbed on the street
- And Once
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55. Midsommar
This week we catch a train with Wes Anderson.
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54. Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Time for us to crack a whip, put on out ridiculous hats and examine this fossil of a movie... Controversial opinions ahead!
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53. Office Space
We talk about the thing we fear the most.
In this episode, we cover topics including:
- Going back to work.
- Losing pens
- Faking sick leave
- And Office Space
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52. What We Do In The Shadows
We look at Taika Waititi and Jermaine Clement in one of their most iconic collaborations. This film has spawned 2 TV shows and a rumor mill regarding a sequel.
In this episode, we cover topics includ…
51. Fantasia
An early film from Disney shows us exactly why they have lasted so long.
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50. Old Boy (2003)
This action packed Korea Drama brings it all and begs the question, "How do you live your life?" Curious? Us too.
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49. The Big Lebowski
C'mon on this wild ride with us, The Dude and his bowling homies.
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