The Desert of the Reel: A Movie Podcast

• DOTR #103 - Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) When do We Need Rage?

  Jason's rebellion against the tyranny of Harry Potter has been successful! Welcome to the DOTR Planet of the Apes episodes. In this episode, we discuss possible reasons why this trilogy doesn't show up in the discussion of the best trilogies of all time. Ryan introduces the critical animal studies lens and we explore how it help us more effectively interact with the concept of the Other. Jason explores what various ethical schools of thought might say about animal testing. They also explore the idea of rage as a vehicle for change.We hope you enjoy this episode and exploring the Planet of the Apes with us!

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• DOTR #102 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) - Controlling Fear, The Fantastic, and Cinematography - The Desert of the Reel

  A very special thank you and shout-out to Toon My Heart Podcast for their lovely gift!Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 2004) is the third Potter film where we find dementors, Sirius Black, and patronus spells! Is Jason says that this movie doesn't bring anything new from the previous Harry Potter films. Is he right? Ryan jumps right in and talks about Alfonso Cuaron's directing style and use of cinematography. Jason has a list of pros and cons and discusses the themes of fear and its role in our lives. We look at the lens of the Fantastic by Tzvetan Todorov and discuss what it is. We examine key motifs dealing with glass/mirrors and time/cycles. Jason has issues with "illogical" things the characters do, and we have a good time!Is this the best Harry Potter movie? What film is your favorite?Next week, we are changing gears and watching Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011). Jason needed a break from the wizarding world.Send us an email at [email protected] love ya!

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• Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) - Choices vs Ability - The Desert of the Reel #102

  Back to Hogwarts, and this time into the Chamber of Secrets. For the second Harry Potter film, we are welcomed back with another mystery. However, Jason argues that this is just a retread of the first film, and Ryan argues that the lore and story is expanding and deepening. What do you think?We go over pros and cons. According to Jason, some of this film's major flaws are several logical flaws (most of which surround the basilisk) and Ron's "whiny voice." But there is still a lot to love!And we explore the deeper meanings and insights we had while watching. We explore the ideas behind the concept of our choices vs our abilities, structuralism and binary opposites, and use a post-humanist lens. What are your thoughts on the second Harry Potter film? What HP movie do you think is the worst one? Email us your thoughts, reviews, and anything else at [email protected]

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• Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) - Fate, Love, and Philosophy! - The Desert of the Reel #101

  Despite Jason not wanting to watch the Harry Potter movies because "they are all the same," he can't deny that there is something special about this movie. Harry Potter is clearly a huge and successful franchise, and we attempt to understand why it is so.We go over our positives and favorite lines, talk about negatives, and find a lot of deep ideas to talk about. We go over the themes of fate, love, character archetypes, personality types, and explore character motivation and what philosophies they align with from Machiavelli to Sartre.Have you read Walden by Henry David Thoreau? What are your thoughts on the Harry Potter franchise? Do you like this first film of the franchise? Email us at [email protected]

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• Bluey - 100th Episode Special Episode! - The Desert of the Reel #100

  Thank you for listening to us for 100 episodes!For our 100th episode special, we watch and analyze three episodes of the children's show Bluey: "Flat Pack," "Bin Night," and "Sleepytime." We explore what these episodes (and the show as a whole) are doing in their short 7-minute segments. From encouraging imagination to teaching parents how the creators feel parents should be, Bluey definitely isn't a socially-neutral show. Is that bad? Is that good? Are there socially-neutral shows? Is it possible to think critically about children's television? Come with us as we look for the answers to those questions.Next week, Harry Potter!E-mail us with comments and questions at [email protected].

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