Episodes

1: Summer of the Shark

Dec 6, 2021

For Sasha Stone, summer 1975 evokes endless days, first kisses, "Jaws" on repeat — and the start of a long love affair with the movies.

2: Ethics of Revenge

Dec 6, 2021

Forever changed after seeing Park Chan-wook's "Lady Vengeance," Tony Zhou breaks down the uneasy perils and pleasures of revenge.

3: But I Don't Like Him

Dec 6, 2021

Love "Lawrence of Arabia," but can't embrace its protagonist? Drew McWeeny examines likability and the monsters we're drawn to in the dark.

4: The Duality of Appeal

Dec 6, 2021

For animators like Glen Keane, appeal means harmony in design. It's also led to narrow beauty standards for female characters — and new challenges.

5: Film vs Television

Dec 6, 2021

How has film's challenging storytelling held up against the small screen's welcoming character arcs? Digital changed it all, says Taylor Ramos.

6: Profane and Profound

Dec 6, 2021

For young Walter Chaw, "48 Hrs." kicked off a crucial conversation about race in America — not to mention a host of interracial buddy movies.

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