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Steven Spielberg
Autonomous
Brad Pitt
Slap Shot
Fury
Ben Affleck
Matt Damon
Stripes
Scream (1996)
Midnight In the Garden Of Good and Evil
War Horse
Terry Gilliam
Tom Cruise
Rob Roy
Dead Man Walking
Gravity
Changing Lanes
Ella Mckay
Vitalerium
Cold Mountain

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

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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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Recent Guests

William Hopp
Writer/Director of Abductee
Episode: Abductee - Interview with Writer/Director William Hopp
Nicholas Keating Casbarro
Author of Vitalerium, Descent into the Void
Vitalerium series
Episode: Vitalerium: Descent into the Void | Interview with the Author
Steven Bernstein
Cinematographer, podcaster, director, author
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Episode: Now Showing - Wake Up Dead Man
Erin Áine
Producer, co-writer, and star of ZombieCON Vol 1
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Episode: Interview with the Creators of "ZombieCON Vol. 1"
Kyle Valle
Director of ZombieCON Vol 1
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Episode: Interview with the Creators of "ZombieCON Vol. 1"

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Mike Field
Host of Forgotten Cinema; appears across multiple episodes with partnered co-host.
Mike Butler
Co-host of Forgotten Cinema; frequent partner in duo episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Amazing Find!!

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiFRi82
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    movie_fan1989
    United States4 years ago
  • Love their format

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Screen Time Junkie
    United States5 years ago
  • Totally worthy of your time

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manny Manuel42
    Canada5 years ago
  • Fun and informative listen!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adrian Correia
    United States5 years ago

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Great back-and-forth and deep cuts for forgotten films.
Consistently insightful and entertaining film discussions.
Chemistry between hosts is a standout.

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Abductee - Interview with Writer/Director William Hopp
Q: Did you ever consider reshooting the whole thing?
He responds that there wasn't sufficient budget to reshoot and emphasizes that the film as shot was the right version for his leads and the story, noting the importance of preserving the integrity of the performances and locations.
Abductee - Interview with Writer/Director William Hopp
Q: Now, this is your first director, this is your first time directing something?
Will explains that he had directed a short prior, considers himself more of a producer, and describes how he organized the production, managed blocking, and ultimately directed with a focus on the characters and story rather than purely found footage.

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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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