1971 Epilogue

1971 Epilogue

Author: Awesome Movie Year February 4, 2026 Duration: 43:33

In this epilogue to our season on the awesome movie year of 1971, we talk about alternate movies we considered including in all of our different categories this season, and read suggestions from some listeners about their favorite 1971 movies.

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Ever wonder what makes a particular year in cinema truly stand out? Awesome Movie Year digs into that very question, one remarkable film at a time. Co-hosted by film critic Josh Bell alongside filmmaker and comedian Jason Harris, this podcast picks a single, noteworthy year each season and meticulously explores what made it so special. Rather than broad overviews, every episode zooms in on a different movie from that chosen year, offering a deep dive into its impact, its cultural moment, and its lasting legacy. The conversations blend critical analysis with a genuine love for the medium, thanks to the hosts' complementary backgrounds. Produced by David Rosen of Piecing It Together for the All Points West Podcast Network, the show has a polished yet conversational feel. You’ll hear about blockbusters and hidden gems alike, all through the lens of why they mattered then and why they still resonate. It’s for anyone who loves to look beyond the screen and understand the context that creates a classic. Tune in to Awesome Movie Year for a thoughtful and engaging tour through some of cinema’s most fascinating periods.
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No Country For Old Men (2007 Best Picture) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:07
The tenth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features the Best Picture Oscar winner, the Coen brothers’ No Country for Old Men. Written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen (based on the novel by Corm…
Once (2007 Sundance Award Winner) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:35
The ninth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features the World Cinema Audience Award winner from the Sundance Film Festival, John Carney’s Once. Written and directed by John Carney and starring Glen…
Juno (2007 Jason’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:49
The eighth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features Jason’s personal pick, indie comedy Juno. Written by Diablo Cody, directed by Jason Reitman and starring Ellen Page, Michael Cera, Jason Bateman…
Persepolis (2007 Foreign Film) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:47
The seventh episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features one of the year’s most notable foreign films, Marjane Satrapi and Vincent Paronnaud’s Persepolis. Written and directed by Satrapi and Paronnaud…
Margot at the Wedding (2007 Josh’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:25
The sixth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features Josh’s personal pick, Noah Baumbach’s Margot at the Wedding. Written and directed by Noah Baumbach and starring Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Jason Lei…
The King of Kong (2007 Documentary) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:49
The fifth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features our pick for one of the year’s most notable documentaries, Seth Gordon’s The King of Kong. Directed by Seth Gordon and featuring video game champ…
4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007 Cannes Palme d’Or Winner) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:33
The fourth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features the Palme d’Or winner at the Cannes Film Festival, Cristian Mungiu’s 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days. Written and directed by Mungiu and starring A…
I Know Who Killed Me (2007 Box Office Flop) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:06
The third episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features the year’s biggest flop, the Lindsay Lohan thriller I Know Who Killed Me. Directed by Chris Sivertson and starring Lohan, Julia Ormond, Neal McDo…
Gone Baby Gone (2007 First Feature) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:10
The second episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features our pick for a notable filmmaking debut, Ben Affleck’s Gone Baby Gone. Directed and co-written by Ben Affleck and starring Casey Affleck, Michel…
Spider-Man 3 (2007 Box Office Champ) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:50
The first episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2007 features the top-grossing film in North America, Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 3. Directed and co-written by Raimi and starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Jam…