1999 Epilogue

1999 Epilogue

Author: Awesome Movie Year December 10, 2021 Duration: 34:00

In this epilogue to our season on the awesome movie year of 1999, we talk about alternate movies we considered including in all of our different categories this season, and read suggestions from some listeners about which movies they hoped we would cover.

Please like, share, rate and comment on the show and this episode, and tune in soon for the premiere of our tenth season, a special bonus season featuring selections from all the years we’ve covered in the past, starting with 1977 box-office champion Smokey and the Bandit.


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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Old School (2003 Dave’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:33
The eleventh episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features our producer David Rosen’s personal pick, Todd Phillips’ Old School. Directed and co-written by Todd Phillips and starring Luke Wilson, Will F…
The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King (2003 Best Picture) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:15
The tenth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features the Best Picture Oscar winner, Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. Directed and co-written by Peter Jackson (based on…
American Splendor (2003 Sundance Award Winner) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:16
The ninth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features the Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize winner, Robert Pulcini and Shari Springer Berman’s American Splendor. Written and directed by Robert…
Matchstick Men (Jason’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:44
The eighth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features Jason’s personal pick, Ridley Scott’s Matchstick Men. Directed by Ridley Scott from a screenplay by Ted and Nicholas Griffin and starring Nicola…
City Of God (2003 Foreign Film) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:46
The seventh episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features one of the year’s most notable foreign films, Fernando Meirelles’ City of God. Directed by Fernando Meirelles (with co-direction by Katia Lund)…
Down With Love (2003 Josh’s Pick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:22
The sixth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features Josh’s personal pick, Peyton Reed’s Down With Love. Directed by Peyton Reed from a script by Eve Ahlert and Dennis Drake and starring Renee Zellw…
The Fog Of War (2003 Documentary) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:06
The fifth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features our pick for the year’s most notable documentary, Errol Morris’ The Fog of War. Directed by Errol Morris and featuring Robert S. McNamara, The Fo…
Elephant (2003 Cannes Palme d’Or Winner) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:06
The fourth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features the Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or winner Elephant. Written and directed by Gus Van Sant and starring Alex Frost, Eric Deulen, John Robinson an…
Gigli (2003 Box Office Flop) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:48
The third episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features the year’s biggest flop, Martin Brest’s Gigli. Written and directed by Martin Brest and starring Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bartha, Lenn…
The Station Agent (2003 First Feature) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:05
The second episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2003 features our pick for a notable filmmaking debut, Tom McCarthy’s The Station Agent. Written and directed by Tom McCarthy and starring Peter Dinklage, Pat…