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
28. Dune
We know you're bummed you don't get a new movie with Timothée Chalamet but cheer up! Let's talk about the original Dune in preparation for what is bound to be a explosive opening for the 2021 film.
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27. Citizen Kane
Listen, this movie has been a long time coming for us. We are happy to dig into this classic film that is at the highest of film regard.
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26. Paris, Texas
There's a lot to talk about for this award winning film so we jump right in.
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25. The Handmaiden
Love or money? Sometimes you have to choose and in this episode we discuss the complexities of The Handmaiden
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24. CB4
We're Black with another comedy. This time the 90s cult classic CB4 sheds light on what we think of 'black films' and culture vultures.
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23. Beasts of The Southern Wild
Living off the grid is easier said than done when Hushpuppy and her dad Wink deal with society and weather, among other things, closing in on their community
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22. Train To Busan
Time to get spooky, scary with the unexpected Korean hit Train To Busan.
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21. Se7en
1 Rainy city, 2 cops, and 7 deadly sins. This week we talk Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman in Se7en.
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20. Alien
Don't go building any walls! This Alien is from space some time in the future and luckily we have Ridley Scott to show us the way with the epic space horror of Alien.
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19. Nosferatu
It's October. We are starting the month with the original vampire film Nosferatu.
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18. Rebel Without A Cause
We take aim at the James Dean classic and talk about broody teenagers.
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17. Groundhog Day
Guess who's back - Back again...and again...and here we are looking at Groundhog Day. Funny, sweet and romantic comedy Starring Bill Murray.
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16. Robocop
This week we tackle the action and robot-filled classic Robocop.
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15. Showgirls
Tray and Dan talk about the hated and loved cult classic, Showgirls. Don't be afraid to dive right into this one.
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14. Psycho
Tray and Dan talk about Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho. An adaptation based off of Robert Bloch's novel of the same name.
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13. Ones To Watch: 8:46 (from Dave Chappelle)
This time we look at a comedy special that comes at just the right time and says all of the right things. 8:46 from Dave Chappelle.
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12. Ones to Watch: Popeye The Sailer Meets Sindbad The Sailer
This week we try something different. We look at two short form pieces and look at how they have impacted the world of cinema and the world. We start with Popeye The Sailer Meets Sindbad The Sailer.
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11. Breathless
Tray and Dan talk about Jon-Luc Godard's Breathless Starring Jon-Paul Belmondo and Jean Seberg.
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10. Hoop Dreams
Tray and Dan talk about 1994's Hoop Dreams, A critically acclaimed documentary that takes a look at the lives of young NBA hopefuls over 5 years.
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9. The Great Dictator
Tray and Dan talk about 1940's The Great Dictator Starring, Directed and Written by Charlie Chaplin.
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