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TV & Film
Silver Screen Video
Jacob and Jonathan
Your favorite video store, but it's a podcast.
- 20 episodes
- Updated July 27
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Episodes20
- SSJuly 11 · 1 hr 21 min
Episode 318: In the Hand of Dante.....Kind of
In this episode we talk about some true American movies from a top 25 Esquire list and discuss how bad In the Hand of Dante was. Thanks for stopping by. __________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSJune 10 · 53 min
Episode 317: We have returned!
In this episode we update you guys on what our plans for the podcast are and some theater going habits of Gen Z. Thanks for stopping by. _____________________________________________________Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSMay 21 · 1 hr 9 min
Episode 316: Detour (1945) - Revisiting the darkest road trip in film noir
This episode takes a ride down one of film noir’s darkest highways with Detour (1945), directed by Edgar G. Ulmer. Often hailed as the ultimate “poverty row” noir, this lean, haunting thriller follows down-on-his-luck pianist Al Roberts as a cross-country trip to reunite with his girlfriend spirals into deception, blackmail, and fatal consequences. _____________________________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSMay 9 · 1 hr 19 min
Episode 315: David Lynch's Inland Empire
A disorienting descent into identity, performance, and subconscious dread, Inland Empire is David Lynch at his most unrestrained. Shot on digital video with no traditional script, the film follows actress Laura Dern as she takes on a role in a cursed production—only to blur into the character, the story, and a labyrinth of parallel selves. In this episode, we explore how Inland Empire abandons conventional narrative for something closer to a waking nightmare: fractured timelines, shifting identities, Polish folklore, sitcom rabbits, and Hollywood decay. We’ll unpack Lynch’s use of low-fi digital aesthetics, how the film functions as a meditation on acting and identity dissolution, and why many consider this his most impenetrable—and most personal—work. Is Inland Empire a puzzle to be solved, an experience to be endured, or a mirror held up to the subconscious? Join us as we trace the threads between performance and reality, fear and desire, and ask what it means when a character can no longer tell if she’s inside a movie… or if the movie is inside her. _____________________________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSApril 25 · 1 hr 23 min
Episode 314: Inside Kurosawa’s Dreams- Cinema, Memory, and the Subconscious
In this episode, we explore Dreams, the deeply personal, visually poetic anthology film by legendary Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. Unlike his samurai epics and crime dramas, this film abandons conventional narrative to guide us through eight dreamlike vignettes inspired by Kurosawa’s own recurring dreams. We unpack how Dreams serves as a cinematic memoir—reflecting Kurosawa’s childhood memories, spiritual beliefs, fears about nuclear catastrophe, reverence for nature, and anxieties about humanity’s future. From the haunting beauty of “Sunshine Through the Rain” to the apocalyptic dread of “Mount Fuji in Red,” each segment becomes a meditation on life, death, art, and the fragile relationship between humans and the natural world. We’ll also discuss the film’s extraordinary visual language, its collaboration with artists and filmmakers like Martin Scorsese (who appears as Vincent van Gogh), and how this late-career work reveals Kurosawa at his most vulnerable and philosophical. _____________________________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSApril 18 · 1 hr 8 min
Episode 313: Through the Killer’s Lens- Voyeurism and Horror in Peeping Tom (1960)
In this episode, we take a deep dive into Peeping Tom, the chilling and controversial psychological thriller directed by Michael Powell. Upon release, the film was condemned, misunderstood, and effectively ended Powell’s career in the UK. Decades later, it’s recognized as a foundational work of modern horror and a precursor to the slasher genre. We unpack the story of Mark Lewis, a withdrawn cameraman who films the fear of his victims as he murders them—turning the audience into uneasy accomplices. Along the way, we explore how the film forces viewers to confront their own voyeurism, the ethics of spectatorship, and cinema’s power to manipulate. The episode examines: How Peeping Tom weaponizes the camera as both a literal and psychological tool The disturbing father-son experiment at the heart of Mark’s trauma The film’s influence on later works like Psycho and the entire slasher tradition The themes of voyeurism, repression, and the act of watching as complicity We also discuss Powell’s stylistic choices, the use of color and framing, and how the film blurs the line between filmmaker, character, and viewer in a way that still feels unsettling today. _____________________________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSApril 11 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 312: Spring in a Small Town (1948)
In this episode we discuss what some say is the greatest Chinese film ever made, Spring in a Small Town. Thanks for stopping by. _____________________________________________________Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSApril 4 · 1 hr 13 min
Episode 311: Catching up - What we've been watching
In this episode we discuss The Pitt, Hail Mary, TCM, and more. Thanks for stopping by. ______________________________________________Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSMarch 21 · 1 hr 3 min
Episode 310: The Oscar's / Rossellini's Paisan
In this episode we discuss The Oscar's results and Rossellini's Italian neorealist war drama, Paisan. Thanks for stopping by. ___________________________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSMarch 12 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 309: Andrei Tarkovsky's Mirror
In this episode, we explore the haunting and deeply personal world of The Mirror, one of the most poetic and unconventional films ever made. Directed by visionary filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky, the film blends memory, dreams, newsreel footage, and fragmented narrative to form a cinematic meditation on childhood, war, family, and the passage of time. Rather than following a traditional plot, The Mirror unfolds like a stream of consciousness. Through shifting timelines and recurring imagery, Tarkovsky reconstructs the inner life of a man reflecting on his past—his mother, his upbringing in rural Russia, the trauma of war, and the lingering emotional echoes of memory. The film becomes less a story and more an experience, inviting viewers to piece together meaning through atmosphere, symbolism, and personal reflection. We’ll discuss how Tarkovsky’s signature visual language—long takes, natural elements like wind, fire, and water, and carefully composed frames—creates a dreamlike space where memory and reality merge. We’ll also explore the autobiographical aspects of the film, including the use of poetry by Tarkovsky’s father, Arseny Tarkovsky, and how the director transforms personal memory into universal cinema. Join us as we unpack why The Mirror continues to challenge audiences and inspire filmmakers, and how its emotional logic reveals deeper truths about identity, nostalgia, and the fragile nature of memory. ______________________________________________________Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSFebruary 21 · 1 hr 11 min
Episode 308: Sorry, Baby / It Was Just an Accident
This week, we dive into Sorry, Baby and It Was Just an Accident, two films that explore guilt, accountability, and the ripple effects of seemingly small decisions. From intimate emotional reckonings to the chaos unleashed by a single moment, we unpack how each story confronts responsibility, denial, and the fragile line between intent and impact. Join us as we break down performances, direction, and the moral questions that linger long after the credits roll. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSFebruary 13 · 2 hr 4 min
Episode 307: Top 10 Movies of 2025 – The Films That Defined the Year
In this episode, we’re counting down our Top 10 Movies of 2025 — the films that surprised us, moved us, and completely dominated our conversations all year long. We’re breaking down what worked, what shocked us, and which films truly earned a spot in our personal top ten. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSFebruary 4 · 52 min
Episode 306: Scott Hamrah Returns!
We are glad to have Scott Hamrah back at the Silver Screen Video to talk about some 2025 movies and his new book, Algorithm of the Night. Please go purchase a copy at the link below. Enjoy the episode. https://shop.nplusonemag.com/products/algorithm-of-the-night-by-a-s-hamrah _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSJanuary 31 · 1 hr 19 min
Episode 305: If I Had Legs I'd Kick you / Hamnet
We pair If I Had Legs I’d Kick You and Hamnet to talk about grief, illness, and the stories we tell about pain. One book is raw, funny, and brutally embodied; the other is quiet, lyrical, and shaped by loss. Together, they ask how suffering lives in the body, how love survives it, and what it means to keep going after everything changes. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSJanuary 24 · 1 hr 28 min
Episode 304: Oscar noms, The Rip, Train Dreams, and The Mastermind
In this episode we dive into the Oscar nominations before discussing The Rip, Train Dreams, and The Mastermind. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSJanuary 14 · 1 hr 27 min
Episode 303: Marty Supreme & Cloud- Hype, Ambition, and Modern Cinema
This episode breaks down the buzz around Marty Supreme and the film Cloud, exploring ambition, identity, and the hype shaping modern cinema. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSDec 31, 2025 · 1 hr 23 min
Episode 302: Time, Memory, and the Movies We Love - Nouvelle Vague / Eephus
In this episode, we explore two films that, on the surface, couldn’t feel more different—but are deeply connected by their love of time, process, and the people who keep art alive. We dive into Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague, a playful and philosophical portrait of cinema in conversation with itself, and Eephus, a small-scale baseball movie that turns America’s pastime into something closer to a meditation. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSDec 17, 2025 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 301: The Life of Chuck/ One Battle After Another
In this episode, we dive into two films that explore life, memory, and conflict from strikingly different angles: The Life of Chuck and One Battle After Another. From storytelling structure and character development to thematic depth and emotional impact. Life is good on the one hand and on the other it truly is one battle after another. Join us for a thoughtful conversation about cinema that reflects the quiet beauty of living and the exhausting persistence of fighting, both on screen and beyond. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
- SSDec 10, 2025 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 300: What we've been watching / Jay Kelly
In this episode we dive into the movies we’ve been watching lately—our recent watches with some surprise gems. But the spotlight of the episode is on Jay Kelly, a film that left us with plenty to unpack. We break down what makes the movie stand out: its themes, storytelling choices, and performances. From first impressions to deeper analysis, we explore how Jay Kelly fits into today’s cinematic landscape and why it sparked such a spirited conversation among us. _____________________________________________ Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast, Twitter @SilverVideo, and TikTok silver.screen.vid. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak