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The self improvement podcast for lovers of film and TV! Our favorite fictional movies and tv shows can teach us valuable life lessons. Join Ryan Vanderhei, Joe Parente, and Heidi Roodvoets weekly as they explore the newest and most popular movies and shows and how the lessons they teach us can be applied to our own lives.

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Disclosure Day (2026) asks a simple question: if you found out we weren't alone, would you want to know? In this episode of Beyond the Frame, Joe, Ryan, and Heidi break down Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi blockbuster — but more importantly, they di... more

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I Love Boosters (2026) might be the most important movie of the year — and in this episode of Beyond the Frame, Joe, Ryan, and Heidi dig into why Boots Riley's wild, color-saturated, satirical fever dream is doing what almos... more

Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026) is more than a Sally Field movie about an octopus — it's a quiet meditation on work, purpose, and the perspective shift that changes everything. In this episode of Beyond the Frame, we break down the film's biggest ... more

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Hosts

Ryan Vanderhei
Host of Beyond The Frame; filmmaker and cinephile who provides perspective on movies and life
Joe Parente
Co-host; discusses themes from films and how they apply to life
Heidi Roodvoets
Co-host/Producer; offers critical eye and production insight

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Refreshing take on the movie podcast genre

    Way better than your run of the mill movie review podcast. The hosts are honest about their personal struggles and growth in relation to movies. For cinephiles and any human interested in personal growth!

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High production quality and thoughtful, spoiler-aware analysis attract thoughtful listeners.
Listeners appreciate the honest, growth-focused discussions that connect personal struggles to film insights.
The banter is warm and relatable, making deep topics feel approachable.
Epistemic honesty about personal biases helps audiences reflect on their own views.

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'American History X' And The Impact That A Role Model Can Have
Q: Can you think of a trait or something you love doing that you picked up from one or both of your parents?
Ryan shares how his father's productivity and work ethic deeply influenced him, leading him to feel the need to be productive in his own life.
'Fight Club' And Discovering What Makes You Feel Alive
Q: How did that scene hit you?
It becomes more poignant each time; it relates closely to society's reality now.
'Fight Club' And Discovering What Makes You Feel Alive
Q: What makes you feel alive?
Art is what keeps me going; it's essential for my survival and creativity.
'Mickey 17' And The Ethical Complications Of AI
Q: If I really knew I was going to die someday, how am I living?
I try to be the best person I can be to those around me, appreciating moments knowing they might be all I have.
'Mickey 17' And The Ethical Complications Of AI
Q: Are there things that you do in your life, possibly in your daily life, that show you where you are, show you how you're doing that day?
Yes, my driving habits reflect my state of mind; if I am generous or aggressive on the road.

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A thoughtful discussion focused on films and television as tools for personal growth, self-awareness, and practical life lessons. Across episodes, the hosts analyze storytelling craft, character arcs, and themes like resilience, mindfulness, and relationships, often weaving in personal anecdotes to illustrate how cinema can inform everyday choices and mindset. The show stands out for its spoiler-aware conversations, a balance of analytical film critique with candid self-reflection, and a warm, conversational dynamic among hosts with a shared interest in meaning-making through media.

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