This week we have the the trio that brought you The Menu episode, SmirkGently and Oslowe. We dip our toes into the Freddy Kruger franchise and tackle A Nightmare on Elm Street.

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This week, in preparation of Spooky Season, we have an oldie, but a goodie!!

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In this episode, we kick off our mini-series on Gareth Edwards with a deep dive into his indie film Monsters. We discuss its low budget, minimalist storytelling, and the themes of imperialism and capitalism woven into the narrative.

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I'm joined by Director Martin Melnick, Actors Shannon Beeby and Ryan Jonze to discuss the newly released film Lilly Lives Alone. You can find now on Dark Sky Films.

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In this episode, I explore the 2002 film Punch Drunk Love with writer-director Portia. We discuss its significance during a period of economic uncertainty and its distinct departure from Paul Thomas Anderson's other works. Portia shares her connection to the film, highlighting Adam Sandler’s multifaceted portrayal of Barry Egan and the film's subversion of romantic comedy tropes. We analyze its artistic choices, standout performances, and motifs of connection and isolation, ultimately recognizing how Punch Drunk Love invites a deeper appreciation within Anderson’s filmography.

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In this episode of Left of the Projector, we explore the iconic film 2001: A Space Odyssey, directed by Stanley Kubrick, and its profound themes regarding AI and humanity. Joined by Levi and Joey, we discuss the contrasting representations of artificial intelligence, specifically HAL 9000 and Harlan Ellison's AM, prompting reflections on consciousness and survival. We analyze Kubrick's artistic choices, including minimal dialogue and groundbreaking visual effects, and consider the monoliths as symbols of external influence in human evolution.

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