The Tragedy of Cinema

Film, TV & Pop Culture

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Two guys review older movies and give their opinions, facts, and lesser know information on them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tragedy-of-cinema--6450305/support .

Episodes

  • Wayne's World

    In this episode of The Tragedy of Cinema, the hosts discuss the comedy film Wayne's World. They delve into the film's origins as SNL sketches and its impact on their teenage years.

  • The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

    This episode features a review of "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." The film depicts a friendship between two boys during World War II, exploring themes of childhood innocence against the backdrop of historical events.

  • Arthur

    Jimbo and Bond review the movie Arthur, focusing on a man who must choose between an arranged marriage for inheritance and a new love. The episode explores his dilemma between fortune and affection.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Mute

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema reviews "Mute" from The Twilight Zone series. The hosts discuss an episode where parents raise their daughter using only telepathic communication.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: He's Alive

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E discussing "He's Alive" from season 4 of The Twilight Zone, an episode centered on Peter Vollmer, a neo-Nazi party leader.

  • Fantastic 4: First Steps

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features a review of "Fantastic 4: First Steps." The hosts discuss the plot, including Galactus, the Silver Surfer, and the Fantastic 4.

  • 7th Anniversary Show: Mr. Holland's Opus

    Jimbo, Bond, and former cohost Kyle celebrate the 7th anniversary of The Tragedy of Cinema. They discuss their favorite podcast moments and the movie Mr. Holland's Opus.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Valley of the Shadow

    Jimbo, 80's E, and Bond review the episode "Valley of the Shadow" from The Twilight Zone Series. They discuss how things are not always as they appear to be.

  • The Evil Dead

    Jimbo and Bond review The Evil Dead, a cult classic film. The episode focuses on the character Ash, played by Bruce Campbell, and the demons he encounters from the Book of the Dead.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: The Thirty-Fathom Grave

    The Tragedy of Cinema podcast reviews "The Thirty-Fathom Grave," the second episode of season 4 of The Twilight Zone. The hosts discuss a crew member who begins experiencing strange auditory and visual phenomena.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: In His Image

    This episode features Bond, Jimbo, and 80's E discussing "In His Image" from the fourth season of The Twilight Zone. Season 4 marked a change to hour-long episodes.

  • Dog Day Afternoon

    Jimbo and Bond are joined by Dustin from the Dark Discoveries podcast to review the film "Dog Day Afternoon." The episode focuses on the bank heist movie, which is based on the true story of John Wojtowicz.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Season 3 Tragedy Awards Show

    This episode features Eric, Jimbo, and Bond discussing their awards for The Twilight Zone Season 3. They review the season's episodes and present their choices in various categories.

  • Flash Gordon

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features a review of the sci-fi film Flash Gordon. The hosts discuss the plot, where a football player named Flash Gordon must prevent the evil Ming from destroying Earth.

  • Secret Window

    Jimbo and Bond review the movie Secret Window. The film stars Johnny Depp as Mort Rainey, a writer dealing with a divorce and an accusation of plagiarism.

  • It Happened One Night

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features a discussion of the romantic comedy "It Happened One Night," starring Clark Gable. The hosts delve into the plot, which involves a rich young woman and a newspaper reporter who fall in love.

  • The Incredible Mr Limpet

    In this episode, Jimbo and Bond review The Incredible Mr. Limpet, a movie starring Don Knotts about a man who transforms into a fish. The film follows his adventures as he assists the US Navy in winning the war.

  • First Blood

    Jimbo and Bond review the first Rambo film, First Blood. They discuss the plot involving John Rambo, a Vietnam veteran, and his encounter with a town sheriff after returning home.

  • To Catch a Thief

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features hosts Jimbo and Bond, joined by guest cohost 80's E, as they discuss Alfred Hitchcock's film To Catch a Thief. The plot revolves around Robie, a thief known as "the cat," who must identify a n…

  • Smokey and the Bandit

    Jimbo and Bond review the movie "Smokey and the Bandit." They discuss the film's plot, which includes a police chase and Sheriff Buford T. Justice.

  • Knock at the Cabin

    Jimbo and Bond discuss the film "Knock at the Cabin." The episode explores the premise of the movie, where strangers arrive at a cabin and demand a sacrifice to save humanity.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: The Changing of the Guard

    The Tragedy of Cinema hosts Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E review the Twilight Zone episode, 'The Changing of the Guard.' They discuss the plot of a professor reconsidering his life's value after former students visit him.

  • Evolution

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo and Bond reviewing the comedy film "Evolution." They discuss the movie, which stars David Duchovny, Julianne Moore, Seann William Scott, and Orlando Jones, and centers on a rapidly evolv…

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Cavender is Coming

    Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E continue their episodic review of the original Twilight Zone, focusing on 'Cavender is Coming.'

  • The Ghost Breakers

    Jimbo and Bond review the Bob Hope movie "The Ghost Breakers," which features a haunted mansion and a radio announcer uncovering its secrets. This marks the first review of a Bob Hope movie on the podcast.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: I Sing The Body Electric

    The Tragedy of Cinema podcast reviews "I Sing The Body Electric" from The Twilight Zone series. The episode features a discussion with special guest Art Toast about the themes of recreating deceased loved ones.

  • 6th Annual "It's A Wonderful Podcast Life"

    The Tragedy of Cinema celebrates its 6th annual Christmas show, bringing together podcast friends for a festive episode. The episode features holiday cheer and well wishes for Christmas and the New Year.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 8: Winter FIre

    Jimbo and Bond review the final episode of Season 1 of "IT: Welcome to Derry," titled "Winter Fire." They share their thoughts on the episode.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 7: The Black Spot

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo and Bond reviewing "IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 7: The Black Spot." They discuss key plot points such as events at the black spot, mourning a hero, and the implications of a broken bar…

  • From Here To Eternity

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features hosts Jimbo and Bond with 80's E discussing the film From Here To Eternity. The film depicts the lives of three U.S. Army soldiers stationed in Hawaii in the months leading up to the Pearl Har…

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Young Man's Fancy

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features hosts Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E discussing "Young Man's Fancy" from The Twilight Zone series. They delve into the storyline of newlyweds and a character's wish to revisit his childhood.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 6: In the Name of the Father

    Jimbo and Bond review episode 6 of IT: Welcome to Derry. They discuss the aftermath of the events that occurred in the sewer.

  • Weapons (2025)

    This episode reviews "Weapons," a 2025 psychological horror thriller. The movie centers on the mysterious disappearance of an entire class, with only one student remaining.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 5: Neibolt Street

    Jimbo and Bond review the fifth episode of "IT: Welcome to Derry," titled "Neibolt Street." They discuss the episode in detail.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 4: The Great Swirling Apparatus of Our Planet's Function

    Jimbo and Bond continue their journey in Derry with episode 4 of IT: Welcome to Derry. They discuss what happens to the kids, who becomes an advocate for "Hatchet" Hank, and how General Shaw doubles down on his efforts.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: The Dummy

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo, 80's E, and Bond discussing "The Dummy" from The Twilight Zone. They explore the dynamic of a dummy wanting to lead the ventriloquist.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: The Gift

    The latest episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo, 80's E, and Bond reviewing "The Gift" from The Twilight Zone series. They delve into the plot of a stranger who comes to town, befriends a boy, and attempts to give him a gift.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 3: Now You See It

    Jimbo and Bond review episode 3 of "IT: Welcome to Derry," where characters search for proof of a murderous entity and a new digging site. The episode also includes a flashback detailing the past of Shaw and Rose in 1908.

  • IT: Welcome to Derry: Episode 2: The Thing in the Dark

    Jimbo and Bond continue their discussion of "IT: Welcome to Derry" with episode 2, "The Thing in the Dark." Charolette and Will join them to talk about Ronnie's worries and Lily's decision.

  • IT: Welcome To Derry: The Pilot

    Jimbo and Bond begin an episodic review of the new TV show IT: Welcome to Derry. They discuss the history of Pennywise as presented in the pilot episode.

  • Netflix Frankenstein (2025)

    This episode features a review of the 2025 Netflix movie Frankenstein. Jimbo and Bond discuss the film, directed by Guillermo del Toro, focusing on the emotional aspects of Victor and his creation.

  • Creepshow

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo and Bond reviewing the movie Creepshow. Creepshow is an anthology that combines elements of horror and comedy.

  • Back to the Future 2

    This episode features a discussion about Back to the Future 2 with Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E. The conversation takes place on Back to the Future Day.

  • Dead Poets Society

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features a discussion about the movie Dead Poets Society. Jimbo is joined by 80's E, Taia, and Maris to talk about the film.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: The Trade-Ins

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E discussing "The Trade-Ins" from The Twilight Zone. They delve into the implications of transferring one's mind and soul to a younger body, examining both the advantages…

  • Reservoir Dogs

    Jimbo and Bond are joined by Dustin from Dark Discoveries Podcast to review the film Reservoir Dogs.

  • The Shining

    Jimbo and Bond review the original film adaptation of Stephen King's "The Shining." They discuss the movie in the context of the novel.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Hocus Pocus and Frisbee

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E reviewing two episodes from the original Twilight Zone series: "Hocus Pocus" and "Frisbee."

  • Splash

    Jimbo and Bond review the movie "Splash," focusing on its premise of a young businessman discovering love in an unexpected situation.

  • The Twilight Zone Series: Four O'Clock

    This episode of The Tragedy of Cinema features Jimbo, Bond, and 80's E discussing "Four O'Clock" from The Twilight Zone series.