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Superman
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Steven Spielberg
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
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Rob Reiner
Fargo
When Harry Met Sally

Each week on The Cine-Files we enter the world of great film and explore its themes, history, filmmakers and the influences it has on movies today Support this podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecine-files/support

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, hosts Steve Morris and John Rocha walk back into the world of the MCU to begind their breakdown of CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR with special guest and Geek Buddy, Shannon McClung. One of the most revered films from th... more

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On this new episode of The Cine-Files One Takes, hosts Steve Morris and John Rocha and special guest Scott Mantz dive in to discuss Help!, the 1965 British musical comedy-adventure film from director Richard Lester. It stars all four Beatles (John Le... more

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, hosts Steve Morris and John Rocha finish off their trip back to 1988 in their celebration of the Spooky Season with Part 2 of their breakdown of BEETLEJUICE from director Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, Wino... more

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On this episode of The Cine-Files, hosts Steve Morris and John Rocha go back to 1988 to begin their celebration of the Spooky Season with Part 1 of their breakdown of BEETLEJUICE from director Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Cat... more

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Recent Guests

Perri Nemiroff
Film critic, analyst, pundit; box office analyst with Collider and own channel
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Jason Inman
Host of DC All Access; Shmo Down competitor; friend of the hosts
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Episode: THE DARK KNIGHT Reissue with New Intro - THE SEASON OF CHRISTOPHER NOLAN
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Guest, The Geek Buddies co-host
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Episode: 474 A FEW GOOD MEN Part 4 - The Season of Rob Reiner
Judd Winnick
Cartoonist, writer, advisory board member
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Episode: Ep 473 THE 2ND ANNUAL CINE-FILES AWARDS SHOW LIVE!
Michael Vogel
Geek Buddies member, Scorewhore
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Mackenzie Horner
Advisory board member, presenter for Best Song
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Ed Buskirk
Advisory Board member, presenter
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Maria Torres
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John Grieber
Emmy-winning sound production supervisor, Skywalker Sound
Skywalker Sound
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Hosts

Steve Morris
Co-host of The Cine-Files with a background in filmmaking and directing instruction; frequent deep-diver into production, directing choices, and film history.
John Rocha
Co-host of The Cine-Files with extensive discussion on film analysis, mythology-based topics, and behind-the-scenes filmmaking knowledge.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • The Searchers (Part 3)

    I really wanted to investigate about the phrase “bad medicine” in The Searchers. In many Native American cultures, “medicine” can mean much more than a physical remedy—it can refer to spiritual power, energy, or the unseen forces connected to nature. So when someone talks about “good medicine” or “bad medicine,” there’s a much deeper meaning behind it.

    In the context of the movie, “bad medicine” feels like a warning. They’re moving deeper into Chief Scar’s territory, a place that is unfamiliar,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Initium73
    United Statesa month ago
  • 5 stars

    This is a well researched and produced series on movies. Knowledge and passion oozes out of this show but what makes it stand out is the friendship between Steve and John. Two guys who each have their own vibe who indulge in interesting and healthy discussions about film, that sometimes veer into the personal, but always offer thoughtful opinions while giving room for listening. This is solid guys, well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DP_FiftyOne
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Used to love this pod

    Steve is great and always interesting but Rocha is super annoying and never adds much of substance. Also, you don’t need to shoehorn your politics every second, we listen to pods to get away from that FFS.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Hrantik
    United States3 months ago
  • Best serious movie podcast around

    I recently came upon this podcast during my rewatch of the Godfather series… their 10 hour deep dive blew my mind… knew Rocha from schmoedown but love his and Steve’s chemistry here… that being said… they’re totally wasted drunk on the tropic thunder episode right? Like really drunk

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jonnytruant89
    United States3 months ago
  • My personal Guidebook through the AFI Top 100…

    …great show, love the hosts energy, chemistry and amazing knowledge. Watching Lawrence of Arabia then listening to all 3 episodes was a weekend highlight recently. In the Heat of the Night was next (the line was def “You’re just like *US*” after the classic slap scene.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deadhead-Dan10
    United States5 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Deep dives that reward repeat listening and back catalog exploration.
Consistently strong production and thoughtful perspectives on cinema's craft.
Candid, insightful discussions—requires attention but very rewarding for cinephiles.
A highly knowledgeable, engaging film analysis show with great host chemistry.

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502 BEETLEJUICE (1988) Part 1
Q: Would you view Catherine O'Hara's Delia Dietz as the villain of the film? And if not, what is it about her performance that kept her from falling into the stereotypical evil stepmother archetype?
The hosts see Delia as vain, domineering and cruel, but say Catherine O'Hara's comic energy makes her entertaining and less hateful than a conventional villain.
502 BEETLEJUICE (1988) Part 1
Q: What do you think Lydia's home life was like before moving into the house that made her embrace the goth culture?
John Rocha suggests Lydia had already embraced goth culture and may be processing the grief of losing her mother, while her father allows her to express herself.
503 BEETLEJUICE (1988) Part 2
Q: Michael Keaton went from playing Beetlejuice to Batman. What is it about Keaton's performance as Beetlejuice do you think made him a good fit for Batman?
John points to Beetlejuice's menace and chaotic energy, while Steve suggests Burton's experience collaborating with Keaton and seeing his abilities beyond the character helped make the casting work.
503 BEETLEJUICE (1988) Part 2
Q: Can you talk about the uncanny valley and how at age four or five, the image that scared me most was the horrific way the Maitlands warped their faces in order to scare the Deetzas?
The hosts say the transformation can be frightening to young children because a human changing into something monstrous or animal-like feels like a violation of the body, and children may not yet read the scene as comic.
469 When Harry Met Sally Part 3 - SEASON OF ROB REINER
Q: What is your take on the central question at the beginning of the film? Can men and women be friends without the sex part getting in the way?
Yes, I think men and women can be friends. The film suggests that the greatest relationships are built from genuine friendship, highlighting that even with sexual attraction, it's possible to maintain a strong platonic bond.

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A deep-dive film podcast focused on thorough scene-by-scene analysis, production history, and thematic exploration across classic and contemporary cinema. Episodes frequently dissect directing choices, storytelling structure, visual design, and cultural context, with hosts sharing personal anecdotes and industry-insider insights. The show stands out for its rigorous, model-level breakdowns of beloved films, plus occasional live formats and genre-spanning discussions that connect past masterpieces to today's filmmaking landscape. This mix is likely to appeal to cinephiles who crave in-depth analysis, behind-the-scenes trivia, and thoughtful debates about artistry, ethics, and influence in film.

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