
Welcome to Forgotten Cinema! Each episode, Mike Field and Mike Butler highlight a film that for a variety of reasons was forgotten by audiences. Whether it be because a more popular movie was released at the same time or the movie simply didn’t catch on with an audience in the its initial run. We’ll discuss what we love about the movie or perhaps don’t love about it and decide whether the movie is... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 407 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmArts | |||

Season 26 begins on Forgotten Cinema as the Mikes take a look at "Payback", the 1999 crime thriller starring Mel Gibson.
The plan was to watch "Payback: Straight Up," director Brian Helgeland’s restored cut of the film. Instead, both Mike Butler and... more
This week on Forgotten Cinema, Forgotten Summer comes to an end with "White Water Summer", the 1987 wilderness adventure starring Kevin Bacon and Sean Astin.
Unfortunately, neither Mike Butler nor Mike Field is particularly impressed. The film has t... more
This week on Forgotten Cinema: Now Showing, the Mikes take a look at "Autonomous", a new vertical horror short from the creators of "ZombieCON Vol. 1", now streaming on Screamify.
In this bonus episode, Mike Butler and Mike Field discuss how "Autono... more
In this bonus episode, the Mikes interview director Kyle Valle and star Erin Áine of the vertical horror short "Autonomous"; now showing on the new streaming service "Screamify".
Mike Field and Mike Butler ask Valle and Áine what drew them to the ... more
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Love how this podcast gets to the nitty-gritty of every film they discuss and the conversations are always so immersive and substantial, all while clearly having a great time! Hosts have such a respect for cinema, both from the perspective of the filmmakers and the audience, that their show reminds you what drew you to the movies, without an excess of sentimentality, and their astute observations will strike a note with every movie fan. There’s always so many great insights and fun banter, this ... more
Mike and Mike offer an excellent pod with fun, infectious energy and solid film insight. I love the format of the show and they aren’t afraid to tell it like it is. High recommendation!
Really enjoy being reminded of movies I’d forgotten about. These guys do a great job with each movie. Their technical knowledge of movie making is an added dimension I really like.
Mike and Mike have fantastic chemistry and make each episode interesting and fun. Their choice of films is diverse and remind me of some movies that I have forgotten and am excited to revisit. Easily added into my subscription list.
Mike and Butler have wonderful chemistry and their lively discussion of forgotten and under appreciated cinema is well structured and researched. Their personal insights offer welcome critiques and fun tidbits of history on the productions and the history of filmmaking. It’s at times serious and thoughtful, and at others irreverent and absurd, but always an interesting listen.
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Forgotten Cinema features two hosts who shine a light on overlooked films, exploring why certain titles faded from memory and whether they deserve another look. Each episode blends thoughtful analysis with accessible banter, covering production details, performances, and historical context to help listeners decide if a forgotten gem is worth revisiting. Notably, the show emphasizes a lo-fi, film-nerd charm and a genuine affection for cinema history, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy deep dives into less-remembered titles with clear, conversational storytelling.
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Recent guests on Forgotten Cinema include:
1. William Hopp
2. Nicholas Keating Casbarro
3. Steven Bernstein
4. Erin Áine
5. Kyle Valle
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