House of Cinema

House of Cinema

Author: House of Cinema Language: English Episodes: 282
Step inside House of Cinema, where the conversation about movies is as varied and passionate as the people who love them. Host Joe Aragon, alongside Claira Curtis and Sydney Volpe, gathers every week to dive into the vast world of film. This isn't a lecture hall; it's a lively, accessible chat among friends who happen to know a lot about the subject. You'll hear them rank their favorite performances or genres, engage in freewheeling casual discussions about recent releases or classic eras, and even host interactive Q&A sessions and competitive movie drafts where they build hypothetical dream rosters of films. The tone is welcoming, designed to feel like you're pulling up a chair in a room where everyone is excited to talk about what they just watched. Whether you live for deep-cut director analysis or you just enjoy a good story on the big screen, this podcast has a place for you. The weekly format ensures there's always a new topic waiting, from blockbusters to hidden gems. For those who want even more, exclusive episodes are available through their Patreon. At its heart, House of Cinema is built on a simple, shared belief: a love for movies is the only ticket you need. The door is open, so come on in and join the discussion.
Episodes
Ep. 113- House of Horrors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:59
We are super excited to announce that Sydney and I are launching a series on Patreon titled House of Horrors! 2 times a month, we will discuss a horror topic and one horror movie! This episode is just an intro to the ser…
Ep. 112- John Wick: Chapter 4 + Ranking John Wick movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:27
***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS*** This episode is basically an hour of Sydney and I trying to explain why John Wick Chapter: 4 is one of the greatest action movies of the 21st century. Some highlights: Choosing the be…
Ep. 111- MCU Phase 1 Discussion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:50
If you weren't aware, over on Patreon we are going through the MCU movie by movie. A journey that started 6 weeks ago and we have finally completed all of phase 1! This recap is to discuss the highs and lows of phase 1.…
Ep. 110- Shazam! Fury of the Gods + Superhero Movies in the 2020s [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:58
Shazam 2 is now out, so resident Shazam superfan, Sydney, joined me to discuss the latest entry in the DCEU. The second half of the podcast we played a game of Flop or Bop: 2020s Superhero movies edition. Was WW1984 a bo…
Ep. 108- Oscars 2023- Reactions & Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:57
SURPRISE!! There was no way HoC would not discuss the Oscars at all! The 95th Oscars are now in the history books! I was joined by good friend Megan Cruz, aka JStoobs, to recap and react to all the winners, losers, snubs…
Ep. 107- Revisiting: Pride & Prejudice (2005) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:36
The Patrons have spoken and the answer was loud and clear, revisit Pride & Prejudice. And so Claira and I, happily obliged! Our souls were bewitched and we discussed: the hand flex Elizabeth Bennet vs Elizabeth Swan the…
Ep. 106- February 2023 Movie Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:23
February was certainly...a month for movies. Not entirely sure if it was a good month. Regardless, Sydney and I saw around 13 of the new movies released in February and discussed what we loved, liked, and disliked. Movie…
Ep. 105- Revisiting: The Devil Wears Prada [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:43
We are taking it back to 2006! We posted a list of episodes so our Patrons could choose which movie we discuss next and the runaway winner was The Devil Wears Prada. Some things Claira and I discussed: Miranda- is she ac…
Ep. 104- 100 Years of Disney + Top 5 Disney Renaissance Movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:21
Apparently, Disney is celebrating their 100 year anniversary, so what better time to discuss the Renaissance era Disney movies? Bobbi Miller, good friend of the pod and host of The Afternoon Special, joined me to discuss…