Considering the Cinema Ep. 046: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – February 2021

Posted on March 7, 2021 by producer

This episode is worth the wait! Though this is technically releasing in March of 2021, Considering the Cinema presents the 7th Edition of Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker’s The DVD Infatuation Podcast for February 2021! (Your host, Dave Becker, recorded this episode in plenty of time. All apologies come from Jason, the producer, whose February was life-changing and … prohibitive.) But onward and upward: During Episode 046, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker brings you his discoveries and exploration into the films of director Nicholas Ray, as well as Dave’s 25 Favorite Australian Movies! And of course, Dave brings you his Music in Movies segment, where he highlights Classic Rock of the ’70s and ’80s That Appeared in Horror Movies Released in the New Millennium, the 21st Century. The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s March 2021 edition coming soon! Thanks for listening.

For those who don’t know, since 2010, Dave has been the author of the prolific film blog DVD Infatuation.com, with which Dave completed a remarkable challenge where he reviewed 2,500 movies! Jay conducted two great interviews with Dave during and after this challenge. Listen to those here: First Interview and Retrospective Interview.

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Considering the Cinema Ep. 045: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – January 2021

Posted on January 31, 2021 by producer

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As we kick off the new year in 2021, Considering the Cinema presents the 6th Edition of Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker’s The DVD Infatuation Podcast for January 2021! During Episode 045, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker brings you his Top 25 Directors, a list that includes some great stories and Dave’s recommendations for many great films by these great directors. Get your Letterboxd watchlists ready! And of course, Dave brings you his Music in Movies segment, where he highlights four instances in movies where the actors actually perform the song. The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s February 2021 edition next month! Thanks for listening.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 043: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – December 2020

Posted on December 31, 2020 by producer

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Considering the Cinema presents some entertainment for you to listen to on this locked down, quarantined New Year’s Eve: The 5th Edition of Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker’s The DVD Infatuation Podcast for December 2020! During Episode 043, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker brings you his Top 10 Favorite Actors (plus an Honorable Mention), as well as his Top 20 Movies of 1984. And for this Music in Movies segment, Leonard Cohen! The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s January 2021 edition coming soon! Thanks for listening.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 042: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – November 2020

Posted on November 30, 2020 by producer

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As you’re reflecting on all the things to be thankful for, don’t forget to celebrate the fact that Considering the Cinema proudly presents a Fourth Edition of Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker’s The DVD Infatuation Podcast for November 2020! Here in Episode 042, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker brings you A Favorite Story of Old-Time Hollywood from the book, “Film Crazy: Interviews with Hollywood Legends,” by Patrick McGilligan; A Year in Movies featuring his Top 20 Movies of 1998; and his Music in Movies: Quentin Tarantino’s Soundtrack Selections segment! The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s December 2020 edition coming soon! Thanks for listening.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 039: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – October 2020

Posted on October 28, 2020 by producer

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As the weather grows colder and November fast approaches, Considering the Cinema proudly presents the third edition of Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker’s The DVD Infatuation Podcast for October 2020. So, here in Episode 039, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker brings you his 10 Favorite Actresses, A Year in Movies featuring his Top 20 Movies of 1980, and his Music in Movies: The Who segment! The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s November 2020 edition coming soon! Thanks for listening.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 035: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – September 2020

Posted on September 26, 2020 by producer

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Once again, Considering the Cinema proudly presents the second edition of The DVD Infatuation Podcast for September 2020. In Episode 035, we welcome back “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker! During this show, Dave explains why he has such a soft spot for exploitation cinema, earning him the name “Dr. Schlock.” And for this episode’s Top 20 films, Dave brings you his best of 2001 and highlights The Deep End (2001), Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001) and In the Bedroom (2001). For this month’s Music in the Movies: Paul Simon. Watch for Dave’s October 2020 edition next month!

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Considering the Cinema Ep. 033: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – August 2020

Posted on August 22, 2020 by producer

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With the release of Episode 033 of Considering the Cinema, you’re hearing dreams coming true and history in the making! So many people for so long have hoped and wished for a podcast run by “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker! Since 2010, Dave has been the author of the prolific film blog DVD Infatuation.com, with which Dave completed a remarkable challenge where he reviewed 2,500 movies! (Jay conducts two great interviews with Dave during and after this challenge. Listen to those here: First Interview and Retrospective Interview.)

But finally, for the first time ever, Considering the Cinema is proud to present The DVD Infatuation Podcast with Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker! Dave brings you a great episode, just under an hour long, that’s comprised of three great segments: Film Critic Influences and François Truffaut, A Year in Movies: 1981 (including Dave’s Top 20 for that year) and Music in the Movies: Frank Sinatra. This debut episode of The DVD Infatuation Podcast a must-listen podcast episode! If you enjoy this episode, let us know! Watch for Dave’s September 2020 edition next month!

Considering the Cinema Ep. 023: Encore – Another Top 10 Movies of the 2010s Decade Show

Posted on April 23, 2020 by producer

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You’re not seeing double. And no, this isn’t a rerun. Yes, you are indeed getting a SECOND celebration of the very best films from 2010 to 2019 — but with three of the most obsessed movie-fan cinephiles you’ve ever heard! Your late night host, Jason Pyles (aka “Jay of the Dead“), and Considering the Cinema present Encore – Another Top 10 Movies of the 2010s Decade Show! In Episode 023, Jason welcomes his friends, Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker and filmmaker Mack Robins, to present their Top 10 Movies of the 2010s Decade, as well as their five Honorable Mentions. And since Jason already listed his Top 15 movies of the 2010s during Episode 016, in this episode, he provides his best picks of the decade for 11 through 25. This is a must-listen episode!

Notes about Episode 023: For simplicity’s sake, we are using the year listed on IMDb to determine each film’s year of release. And this episode was recorded in two different sittings, months apart: The first half was recorded on Feb. 8, 2020, and the second half was recorded on April 19, 2020.

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Considering the Cinema Ep. 018: Bad Boys for Life (2020), VHYes (2020), Best Picture Nominees Overview, and Video Store Nostalgia With Dr. Shock

Posted on January 23, 2020 by producer

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Bad boys! Bad boys! Whatcha gonna do? After a 17-year hiatus, we finally get the third (and presumably, the final) installment of the Will Smith / Martin Lawrence buddy cop action trilogy with Bad Boys for Life (2020). You have the right to remain silent and listen to Episode 018 of the Considering the Cinema podcast, featuring your host, Jason Pyles (aka “Jay of the Dead”). During this show, Jay also reviews VHYes (2020). You will also get to hear another interview with Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker of DVD Infatuation.com. Jay and Dave talk about their nostalgic memories of the VHS video rental store days. Also, Jason brings you a great overview of the Best Picture nominees! One more thing: Considering the Cinema has a new Episode Archive! Check it out!

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Considering the Cinema Ep. 017: Underwater (2020), 1917 (2020) and Dave Becker’s 2,500 Movie Challenge Retrospective

Posted on January 14, 2020 by producer

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It’s the second weekend of 2020, and the theaters have some worthy offerings already! In Episode 017 of Considering the Cinema, your host, Jason Pyles (aka “Jay of the Dead”) brings you a glowing review of 1917 (2020), as well as a less enthusiastic review of Underwater (2020). This episode also gives you Jay’s quick 2 cents on the 2020 Oscar nominations. You can also hear Jay’s mini reviews of The Lighthouse (2019) and Jojo Rabbit (2019). And the crowning jewel of this episode is Jason’s follow-up interview with Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker as he reflects on completing his 8-year feat, the 2,500 Movie Challenge at DVD Infatuation.com. Enjoy!

Considering the Cinema Ep. 012: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood … and Rochester

Posted on August 5, 2019 by producer

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Welcome to Episode 012 of Considering the Cinema. During this show, your host, Jason Pyles welcomes four different guests. Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker helps Jason review a new documentary called Mac and Cheese: Road to Queso (2019). Then Jason welcomes his old co-hosts from Movie Podcast Weekly (Andy, Karl and William) to help him review Quentin Tarantino’s newest film, Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood (2019). We discuss the recent loss of Rutger Hauer and provide a Mini Review of The Art of Self-Defense (2019). You’ll also hear listener feedback voicemails from Raul and The Gray Man, and this episode has three prize-giveaways. Join us!

Don’t forget to subscribe for free, so you don’t miss this year’s two upcoming “Best of the Decades” shows: Top 10 Horror Movies of the 2010s Decade — and — Top 10 Movies of the 2010s (all genre), slated for late December, early January releases, respectively. Both of these episodes will include panels of guest hosts who will join Jay to bring you the very best of the 2010s decade. These shows will be FREE and only available here through Considering the Cinema Podcast.