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Robocop
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Paul Verhoeven
Fight Club
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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Deadpool & Wolverine
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The Running Man
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Total Recall
The Thing
Killers Of the Flower Moon

Meet Alec and Ben, long-time friends who previously worked in Hollywood. Together they're discussing movies and streaming series while occasionally sharing their experiences in the industry. This is not a traditional movie review it's Cinema: A to B.

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Is City of God the best film of 2002 (2003 US release)? Alec and Ben make their case following a rewatch of the brutal and brilliant Brazilian film written by Bráulio Mantovani and Paulo Lins, directed by Kátia Lund and Fernando Meirelles and starrin... more

A spoiler filled analysis and conversation on the Oscar nominated Train Dreams written and directed by Clint Bentley from the Denis Johnson novella and starring Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones and William H. Macy. Join Alec and Ben as they explore the ... more

Spoiler Warning. A candid critique of the third entry in James Cameron's Avatar series, focusing on the narrative shortcomings, visual spectacle, and character development across Avatar: Fire and Ash starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney W... more

A look back at the iconic Robin Williams performance as the titular character Mrs. Doubtfire. Directed by Chris Columbus and also starring Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan. Alec and Ben explore Williams' comedic brilliance, emotional depth, and the fil... more

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Alec Mallmann
Co-host of Cinema A to B; background in Hollywood with insider perspective on filmmaking and production.
Ben Starkey
Co-host of Cinema A to B; brings a practical, experience-based lens on film craft and storytelling.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Master and Commander

    I didn’t watch this movie when it was released because friends said it was slow, tiresome and boring. Their comments surprised me because I had read the book series and loved it. I didn’t want to ruin the books by seeing a poorly constructed movie. You gentlemen have encouraged me to give it a go. Jolly good.

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    Three Reds
    United States3 years ago
  • FUN, CLEAN, AND ENTERTAINING

    As a fellow film lover and filmmaker, I found this to be a refreshing take on film discussion. They do more than review films or rattle off a series of trivia nuggets. This is two good friends talking through some of their favorite topics. Thoroughly enjoyed and recommend you check Cinema: A to B out!

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    United States3 years ago

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Episodes feel like a friendly chat between two film-obsessed friends who know their cinema history well.
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Q: Did you feel did it justice? Do you think it ruined Logan in that regard?
No, I don't think it takes anything away from Logan. I think Logan still exists in that universe and brought everything before it to a close.

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What is Cinema: A to B about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two friends with behind-the-scenes Hollywood experience dissect films with a mix of technical insight and unabashed enthusiasm. Episodes mix deep dives into both crowd-pleasers and under-the-radar favorites, exploring storytelling, pacing, performances, and directorial quirks while offering insider context that seasoned viewers will appreciate. The show balances thoughtful analysis with accessible storytelling, and keeps spoilers welcome for listeners who want the full experience. A standout angle is the hosts' industry perspective, which adds unique color to discussions of legacy classics and contemporary releases alike, making it a solid option for film lovers who enjoy cinephile-level conversation delivered in a friendly, conversational ... more

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