Considering the Cinema Ep. 062: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – November 2022

Posted on November 13, 2022 by producer

Considering the Cinema presents… The DVD Infatuation Podcast, starring Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker — “The Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” the Amazing but Subtle One, the National Treasure himself, as he welcomes special guest Ian Irza, whom you can follow on Twitter @Irzanomics. Episode 062 is the 21st Edition of The DVD Infatuation Podcast. In this content-rich episode, Dave and Ian explore an especially dark and devious corner of Italian cinema, the mysterious and murderous Giallo genre, which often incorporates varying blends of sub-genres like the Slasher, Crime, Psychological Thriller, Psychological Horror, Sexploitation — and sometimes, touches of Supernatural Horror. So, Dr. Shock and Ian begin with some general thoughts about Italian genre films. Then they provide a Giallo-related preface, which leads into their Top 10 Giallo Films list, followed by the Music in the Movies segment. Join us!

The DVD Infatuation Podcast has another BONUS release coming later this month. Thanks for listening!

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Considering the Cinema Ep. 056: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – January 2022

Posted on January 31, 2022 by producer

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Happy New Year! It’s 2022 and for this year’s first episode of Considering the Cinema and The DVD Infatuation Podcast, starring Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker — “The Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” the Amazing but Subtle One, the National Treasure himself, as he welcomes special guest The Gillman Joel Robertson to discuss two of their favorite underrated directors — Mick Garris and Brian Trenchard-Smith! Next in Episode 056, Dave and Joel bring you their Top 10 (Not-So) Guilty Pleasures (in alphabetical order). And of course, the guys wrap up with a Music in the Movie segment. This is truly a great episode for movie-lovers, and a hilarious, must-listen!

The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s February 2022 (17th Edition). Thanks for listening!

Considering the Cinema Ep. 054: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – October 2021

Posted on October 19, 2021 by producer

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Happy Halloween! This is not a trick — it’s a treat! Yes, you are getting the October episode during October! Considering the Cinema proudly presents… the 14th Edition of The DVD Infatuation Podcast for October 2021. Here in Episode 054, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker discusses his Top 10 Survival Horror Movies with special guest Jason “Jay of the Dead” Pyles from the Horror Movie Weekly, Considering the Cinema and Movie Podcast Weekly. Dave and Jay also spend some time discussing “Moving to Mars Movies.” And of course, we conclude with the Music in the Movies segment, where Dave and Jay talk about some favorite Horror and Comedy soundtrack songs. Join us!

The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s November 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.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 050: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – May 2021

Posted on June 1, 2021 by producer

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Considering the Cinema proudly presents… the 10th Edition of The DVD Infatuation Podcast for May 2021. Here in Episode 050, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker discusses The Films of Kirk Douglas to highlight his Kirk Douglas month at DVD Infatuation.com. Dave also brings you a BONUS review of a lesser known Kirk Douglas film with special guest, Nathan Bartlebaugh, from Phantom Galaxy and The Illustrated Fan podcasts. Then you’ll get Dave’s famous list segment! This month he brings you his Top 20 Movies of 1974 and 1975! And finally, Dr. Shock concludes with Music in the Movies: Three Songs From 1980s Comedies Starring Former Saturday Night Live Cast Members. So, join Dave for a good time!

The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s June 2021 edition coming soon! Thanks for listening.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 049: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – April 2021

Posted on May 4, 2021 by producer

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Considering the Cinema proudly presents… the 9th Edition of The DVD Infatuation Podcast for April 2021. In Episode 049, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker discusses The Next Wave of the DVD Infatuation Blog and his 20 Hidden Treasures, and of course, Music in Movies from the film “Lords of Dogtown” (2005). The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s May 2021 edition coming soon! Thanks for listening.

Considering the Cinema Ep. 047: The DVD Infatuation Podcast – March 2021

Posted on April 2, 2021 by producer

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Considering the Cinema presents the 8th Edition of Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker’s The DVD Infatuation Podcast for March 2021! During Episode 047, “the Leonard Maltin of the Internet,” an American Treasure, the Amazing but Subtle Dave “Dr. Shock” Becker welcomes his first guest, BIG Bill Van Veghel from the Land of the Creeps horror podcast and Phantom Galaxy podcast. Dave and Bill discuss Extreme Cinema and Notable War Movies, and of course, Music in Movies. The DVD Infatuation Podcast is a monthly release, so watch for Dave’s April 2021 edition coming soon! 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. 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!

Thanks for checking out Considering the Cinema Podcast and Considering Horror Cinema, The Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde of Movie Podcasting… Don’t forget: You can email Jason at ConsideringTheCinema@gmail.com or post a comment in the show notes for this episode. Continue reading →

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!

Thanks for listening to Considering the Cinema Podcast and Considering Horror Cinema, The Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde of Movie Podcasting… Don’t forget: You can call the new voicemail number at (801) 215-9704 or email Jason at ConsideringTheCinema@gmail.com or post a comment in the show notes for this episode. Continue reading →