Malick kicks it up a notch with his second film. His trademarked focus on nature begins to take root during this time period. He also continues to use talented young actors such as Richard Gere, Linda Manz, and Sam Shepard. We think this movie is a must watch so tune in for a full review! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail…

The Movie Vault is excited to begin an exploration of Terrence Malick's filmography. Malick is one of the most important directors in American cinema history. Before he had the reputation he has today, he was just an ambitious PHD dropout trying to make his way in a comptetive industry. Against some odds he created "Badlands" starring budding stars…

In an ambitious turn, Zach and Ben take on the five most important Terrence Malick films. Malick is an auteur of the highest degree and one of the most important in American cinema history. Don't miss out on this!

Zach and Ben close the Dark Encounters arc with the infamous found footage film "The Blair Witch Project". The duo has some opinions and you should listen to them! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Hedman Anglin Agency. Contact them at 614-486-7300 for your home and auto insurance nee…

Zach and Ben tackle one of the most important and controversial films in horror movie history, William Friedkin's "The Exorcist". The crew dives into the cultural impact of the movie as well as spiritual and medical implications. Tune in! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Hedman Angli…

Zach and Ben venture back to the world of Jim Jarmusch like moths to a flame. Jonny Depp and Gary Farmer star in this psychedelic neo-western filmed in beautiful black and white that is unlike anything else the genre has to offers. While not a horror movie per se, themes of death and the hellish landscape of the film certainly showcase some dark en…

Ben and Zach return to Kurosawa and explore his sequel to Yojimbo. They also explore ideas related to filmmaking, the importance of film and the importance of honor. Check it out! Episode Notes (Made with Riverside) 00:00-03:01 - Intro and Exploring Kurosawa’s Influence 03:02-05:47 - The Legacy of Sanjuro and Yojimbo 05:48-11:50 - Character Develop…

Zach and Ben finish the PTA series with his magnum opus "There Will Be Blood". One of the duo's favorites and one of the best films ever made! Episode Notes (Made with Riverside) 0:00-04:47 - Introduction with Discussion of Fall Season 04:48-06:17 - Overview of Plot 06:18-09:06 - Analysis of Daniel and HW Plainview’s Relationship 09:07-14:26 - Expl…

The second film in the Paul Thomas Anderson arc is a sprawling, jarring, and personal epic by the director. But don't let the 3-hour run time scare you away, Zach and Ben recount all of the reasons why this film is a masterpiece. Tune in to hear their opinions! Episode Notes (Made with Riverside) 0:00- 10:07 - Introduction and Plot Summary 10:08 - …

First in the PTA arc is a short, quirky rom-com starring Adam Sandler. Zach and Ben dissect the intricacies and brilliance of the film, as well as its importance to PTA's career. Join in on the fun! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.comThis episode is brought to you by Hedman Anglin Agency. Contact them at 614-486-7300 for…

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The Paul Newman arc comes to a ferocious end with a film directed by Martin Scorsese and co-starring Tom Cruise, The Color of Money. Zach and Ben break down billiards, the film's heavily theorized ending, Newman's change in acting style and still find time for another food review! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.comThis …

In the 4th episode of the Paul Newman Arc, Zach and Ben discuss one of Newman's greatest box office achievements, The Sting. I another team-up with George Roy Hill and Robert Redford, Newman pushes his acting style even further. Plus, some deeper philosophical ideas will be explored later in the episode. Lock in! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us…

Continuing on in the Paul Newman arc, Zach and Ben tackle his first collab with George Roy Hill. They discuss the historical events behind the movie, the pacing and even review some pasta sauce. Check it out! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.comThis episode is brought to you by Hedman Anglin Agency. Contact them at 614-48…

In episode two of the Paul Newman arc, Zach and Ben dive into one of his most revered performances as the charismatic prisoner Lucas Jackson. A significant amount of time is spent on the film's themes and the importance of Newman's performance. It is certainly one for the history books Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com…

Another (unofficial) season of the Movie Vault begins after some huge life changes for Zach (new medications) and Ben (now married). The duo begins a series on acting legend, the king of cool and owner of a famous salad dressing company, Paul Newman. The Hustler is a perfect starting point to diving into the career of the suave actor. Zach and Ben …

Some movies are simply more than meets the eye. Zach and Ben finish out the sci-fi movie arc with a bang by reviewing RoboCop! This movie was a pop culture sensation but also has a lot of depth beneath the violent fight sequences and dystopian landscapes. Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.comThis episode is brought to you …

Zach and Ben are joined by Professor Jonathan Johnson, the department chair of art and an associate professor at Otterbein University. Professor Johnson is a photographer and filmmaker who has had his work displayed in galleries and film festivals in over 30 countries. In this insightful episode, the Movie Vault discusses one of Professor Johnson's…

A week after stating "too many podcasts exist about the Matrix", The Movie Vault releases an episode about The Matrix. We all make mistakes, right? Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.comNow also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network"This episode is brought to you by Hedman Angl…

Local architect Ian Anderson joins the Movie Vault to discuss one of his favorite films, The Fifth Element. The crew discusses the deeper theme behind the glitzy glamour, the history of Ian's love for the film, and the incredible story behind Ian acquiring the film on DVD! All this and more on the Movie Vault!Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPodEmail us- th…

Jean-Pierre Mellville's noir classic is the subject of todays episode. Exuding coolness, Zach and Ben dive into the motives of the films mysterious protagonist (or antagonist?) Jef. The now stereotrypical anti-hero story once found its beginning in French cinmea so do not miss this episode! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gma…

Zach and Ben dive into Federico Fellini's magnum opus and semi-autobiographical film, 8 1/2. Considered by Ben to be one of his favorites, he must re-visit it to see if it holds up while Zach gets an opportunity to paint a picture of his first impression. Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check f…

Body horror is a genre that became popular in the 80s, but you can trace it back to Eyes Without a Face. Do not miss this episode! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network" This episode is brought to you by Hedman Anglin Agency. Con…

Zach and Ben just can't get enough of silent films. They dissect "Sherlock Jr." from one of the most notable actor/directors ever, Buster Keaton. Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network" This episode is brought to you by Hedman Ang…

Zach and Ben are joined by the thoughtful Ethan Leonow to cover a movie with an important subject, Operation FInale. Perhaps one of the deepest Movie Vault episodes ever made, you will not want to miss out on this one!

Inspired by Inland Empire, Zach, and Ben do a deep dive into its inspiration, Billy Wilder's "Sunset Boulevard". Gloria Swanson's obsessive personality takes center stage in this 50's epic. Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network" …

Zach and Ben break down what they're looking forward to in 2024. That's it

"Watch out, you might get what you're after". The Movie Vault covers their first concert film, "Stop Making Sense". Directed by eventual Academy Award-winning director Jonathan Demme and spear-headed by enigmatic Talking Heads frontman David Byrne, the Talking Heads perform one of the most energetic performances ever. Listen as Ben talks about the …

Join Zach and Ben as they explore the themes of the greatest sequel of all time, The Godfather Part II. Tons of history and influence come from this movie. Make sure not to skip this one! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network" Th…

The Movie Vault opens up a new section and reviews its first silent film. A longtime friend of the Vault, David Kiener, joins to add additional insight. The crew is surprised by the angular, nightmarish story. Listen for the full review! Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of selec…

In 19th century Japan, the world was changing. The once highly honored Samurai were free of masters and roaming the land as Ronin. Sanjura is a mysterious Samurai who arrives in a warring town. Zach and Ben recap all of the chaos that ensues in this Akira Kurosawa classic. Instagram-@TheMovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on…

It's hard to believe the Vault has hit the century mark. 100 movies, 100 episodes, 100 amazing memories. Zach and Ben are truly thankful to everyone who has listened, been a guest, or helped out the Movie Vault. We want to keep evolving as the years go on and bring hard-hitting uncompromising movie review content. For our 100th episode, please enjo…

Zach and Ben visit the movie that set Christopher Nolan's trajectory as one of the best living directors. Is retrograde amnesia real? Does this movie have more character depth than Nolan's others? Find out all that and more on this week's episode. Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of …

An episode with as little structure as the movie it is about

Ben's brother Jonathan returns to the Movie Vault to dive into uncharted territory... Star Trek. We skipped the first one to dive into the much cooler second movie. Don't miss this one!Twitter-@MovieVaultPodEmail us- themovievaultpod@gmail.comNow also on YouTube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network"This episode i…

Zach and Ben go on a linear adventure through a cave in this Spielbergian tale of treasure and triumph. Naturally, the Movie Vault also manages to take things in an unexpected direction too. Listen to found out how! Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on YouTube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "L…

Join Ben and Zach as they take on one of the densest films ever created, David Lynch's final (?) feature film, Inland Empire! In typical Lynchian fashion, the plot is mysterious, but does it have answers? The Movie Vault tracks down the clues to find them! Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on YouTube! Check for vi…

On this episode of the Movie Vault, Zach and Ben go way back to the mid 1950s and review Robert Bresson's prison escape classic "A Man Escaped". A lot can be known about the film simply by reading the title, but there is still a ton to be unpacked! Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of…

What do you think of when you imagine Memphis, Tennessee? Naturally, "The King" Elvis Presley probably comes to mind. Legendary independent filmmaker Jim Jarmusch devoted an entire film as an homage to Elvis and the town in which he got big. He was also busy revolutionizing indie filmmaking. Zach and Ben take on all these subjects on and more in th…

The biggest moment in cinema history (in 2023) has now been covered by the two biggest movie podcasts. Two titans of the cinema arena, Backstage Cinema, and The Movie Vault have come together for an epic review of an even more epic movie, Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer". But don't take this captions word for it, listen to the episode now! Twitter…

There's something in the water! Listen in as Zach and Ben review the first summer blockbuster "Jaws"

Zach and Ben rank their favorite TV shows. Disagree? Send them an email at themovievaultpod@gmail.com The audio quality is bad so apologies for that

Not much introduction is needed as this movie is a stone-cold classic. Listen to the episode. Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network" This episode is brought to you by Hedman Anglin Agency. Contact them at 614-486-7300 for your home an…

Ben and Zach talk about the film many consider to be Sergio Leone's masterpiece "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly". The duo stacks it up against the previous two films in the trilogy and how influential it was on film in general. Don't miss this one! Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos o…

Clint Eastwood is back for another adventure and so is the Movie Vault. Listen as Zach and Ben discuss the second movie in the "Dollars" trilogy. Leone takes a more personal route with his characters, even giving Col. Douglas Mortimer a little bit of backstory. Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check …

Zach and Ben discuss the thrilling initial installment of the Dollars trilogy and discuss the impact of spaghetti westerns on cinema's history.

Martin McDonagh's epic tragicomedy is the center of the latest Movie Vault discussion. Unlike the previous film covered, there is no shortage of interesting themes and characters for Zach and Ben to explore in this movie. We recommend you listen from your favorite remote, isolated island. Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com …

Spoiler: we don't talk about National Treasure Twitter-@MovieVaultPod Email us- themovievaultpod@gmail.com Now also on You Tube! Check for videos of select episodes on our channel "Last Resort Network" This episode is brought to you by Hedman Anglin Agency. Contact them at 614-486-7300 for your home and auto insurance needs. If you do contact them,…

I know we have taken one too many hiatuses than our fans would like, however, we promise it is well worth it. We spend some time talking about one of the most influential films of all time, "Seven Samurai" by Akira Kurosawa. This movie truly started all of cinema, without this, Star Wars, Marvel and any other movie do not happen. We also get on som…