Uncultured Universe
Season 2
The Big Lebowski (1998)
1917 (2019)
Romeo + Juliet (1996)
Strictly Ballroom (1992)
Legend (1985)
The Three Musketeers (1993)
Krampus (2015)
The Family Stone (2005)
Interstellar (2014)
by Uncultured Podcasters
"And this guy peed on it." We wrap our mini series of looking at the iconic cinematographer, Roger Deakins, with the cult classic from 1998, "The Big Lebowski." In accordance with the tenets of his duderness, this episode is chill AF. We talk about how non-traditionally this flick reached cult status, and how John Goodman's Walter Sobchak is the MVP. Of course, we discuss the lived-in warmth this movie has visually, and how obviously that is thanks in part to Deakins' masterful handiwork. Stay tuned, because next month we're mixing things up a bit! We're bringing back co-host Ryan to discuss our first ever book-into-movie discussion, starting with "Marley & Me." Prepare your tear ducts. -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, music, or anything else to get a little more cultured. Remember to like, review & subscribe! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @uncultureduniverse
"If you fail, it will be a massacre." The Uncultured Universe continues to look at the people who bring a film to life, with this month's focus being on the cinematographer synonymous with the profession: Roger Deakins. To kick off the series, we watched the 2019 war epic, "1917." The boys pore over the realities of war, the neurodivergent tendencies of reacting emotionally to powerful and sweeping scores and cinematic moments, and the sheer awesomeness that this limited-cut/seemingly one-take masterpiece accomplishes. And of course, massive gushing over how damn good this flick looks, of course thanks in part to Deakins himself. Be sure to stay tuned for our next episode, where we go in the complete opposite direction of war, and look at another Deakin's classic "The Big Lebowski." -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, music, or anything else to get a little more cultured. Remember to like, review & subscribe! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @uncultureduniverse
"For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo." The Uncultured Universe wraps our February Baz Luhrmann series by talking about perhaps one of his most well known film, "William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet." The boys verily dive in to examine this strikingly beautiful film, that is both timeless and yet a perfect time capsule of the 90's. From Leo's perfectly mid-nineties shaggy long hair, to just how incredibly hot everyone is in this movie, no stone is left unturn'd. Also, never trust your fate to an experimental Friar or a delivery service. Stay tuned next month, where we take a look at the highly influential and accomplished cinematographer, Roger Deakins! -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, music, or anything else to get a little more cultured. Remember to like, review & subscribe! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @uncultureduniverse
"A life lived in fear is a life half lived." February starts off with a quickstep and a foxtrot by looking at the iconic and well-respected work of auteur Baz Luhrmann debut film, "Strictly Ballroom." It is a romantic comedy/drama centered on a gifted dancer bound for great things and a lust for bucking the system with his unconventional dance steps and trying to succeed with a new partner. This was one of Joe's "library" movies that he and his family watched a bunch growing up, and Justin had never even HEARD of it before! The boys discuss the ins and outs of Luhrmann's debut film and how it ties to the other films of his red curtain trilogy, "Romeo + Juliet" and "Moulin Rouge." Speaking of, stay tuned for the next episode where we look at Luhrmann's follow up, "Romeo + Juliet"! -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, music, or anything else to get a little more cultured. Remember to like, review & subscribe! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @uncultureduniverse
"What is light without dark?" We wrap up our TIM CURRY series in fantastical style (heaps of glitter to boot) with the 1985 cult classic "Legend." The boys discuss the sheer dreamy-ness that envelops this film: from the incredibly realistic, albeit wet, practical makeup effects, to the insane amount of dust and tangible magic that fill the forest scenes. And then of course, a large amount of discussion is spent on Tim Curry's goddamn iconic "Lord of Darkness" devil-in-the-flesh performance. While his screen presence is small, his impact is large and can be felt deep in your bone marrow. Be sure to tune in for next month's theme where we'll look at movies by the avant garde director known for flash and bold choices, Laz Buhrmann! -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, music, or anything else to get a little more cultured. Remember to like, review & subscribe! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @uncultureduniverse
"All for one; one for all." New year, new name, new us! We kick off 2024 with our TIM CURRY series, and the sweepingly Disney-fied classic "The Three Musketeers" from 1993! The boys dive into the acting choices of the cast (re: accents), how misleading the title is, and just how incredibly H-O-R-N-Y this movie is. And of course, this movie would be nothing with out the powerful presence and alluring malevolence of Tim Curry. The man oozes charisma, and commands attention when in a scene, of course not without his trademark not-so-subtle sexiness to it. Check out our next installment in the Tim Curry series when we look at the high fantasy fever dream, "Legend" from 1985! -- We are Uncultured Universe - the podcast where two friends show each other movies, tv, or music the other hasn't experienced before. Remember to like, review & subscribe wherever to get a little more cultured! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/uncultureduniverse Check us out and follow on Instagram @uncultureduniverse
“...Krampus came not to reward, but to punish. Not to give, but to take." We wrap up the Xmas season, as well as the 2023 year, with the indomitable monster holiday flick, "Krampus" from 2015. The spooky Christmas movie tradition continues, as the boys dissect the true meaning of the holiday, the inner workings of Santa Claus and Krampus, and have a little DnD roleplaying to cap it all off! Thanks to all who have watched and listened this year! The UCU has some big plans for next year, diving more into people-focused discussions. We'll see you in 2024 when we kick off our Tim Curry series with Joe's pick: "The Three Musketeers" from 1993! -- Welcome to the Uncultured Cinematic Universe, with your hosts, Justin and Joe! We’re the podcast where two friends show each other movies, shows, or anything they absolutely need to see or hear or experience. Remember to like, review & subscribe wherever you get your UCU fix! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/ucupodcast Check us out and follow on Instagram @ucupodcast Theme song produced and recorded by Matt Hobbs: http://www.heymatthobbs.com
“We're all gonna be down here talking about you." Let's kick off the Christmas Season with heaps of cringe, a mixed bag of chemistry, and a whole lot of "what the hell" as we discuss the 2005 divisive romantic dram-edy, "The Family Stone." Hear Justin and Joe dissect the intricacies of this unique family dynamic, and how an outsider threatens their perfect and cozy equilibrium. The boys also talk about who should go to jail for their crimes of being just the absolute worst (spoiler: it both is and isn't who you think it is!). -- Welcome to the Uncultured Cinematic Universe, with your hosts, Justin and Joe! We’re the podcast where two friends show each other movies, shows, or anything they absolutely need to see or hear or experience. Remember to like, review & subscribe wherever you get your UCU fix! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/ucupodcast Check us out and follow on Instagram @ucupodcast Theme song produced and recorded by Matt Hobbs: http://www.heymatthobbs.com
“Do not go gentle into that good night..." While the Joe's away, the mice will play! The UCU welcomes back the esteemed Ryan to step up and step into the world of Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar." Justin and Ryan discuss the ins and outs as well as the science behind this incredible space drama, the unrelenting gut-punches that being a parent brings, and just how much of a dick Matt Damon is. Stay tuned next, because next month we're getting back into the Christmas Spirit with Joe's pick: "The Family Stone." -- Welcome to the Uncultured Cinematic Universe, with your hosts, Justin and Joe! We’re the podcast where two friends show each other movies, shows, or anything they absolutely need to see or hear or experience. Remember to like, review & subscribe wherever you get your UCU fix! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/ucupodcast Check us out and follow on Instagram @ucupodcast Theme song produced and recorded by Matt Hobbs: http://www.heymatthobbs.com
“I already forget how I used to feel about you.” Wildcard month is back, and out the gate we’re getting deeply cerebral with the 2004 mind-twisting and heart-breaking “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.” The boys discuss what it means to truly forget, dive into how our memories work, and wonder how in the hell Lacuna, Inc. operates with only 4 people on staff. And haven’t you read this before? Déjà vu. -- Welcome to the Uncultured Cinematic Universe, with your hosts, Justin and Joe! We’re the podcast where two friends show each other movies, shows, or anything they absolutely need to see or hear or experience. Remember to like, review & subscribe wherever you get your UCU fix! -- Stay up to date on all new episodes here: https://linktr.ee/ucupodcast Check us out and follow on Instagram @ucupodcast Theme song produced and recorded by Matt Hobbs: http://www.heymatthobbs.com