The context of this Cecil B. DeMille epic film is post-WWII and Cold War U.S., and it reveals why and how DeMille changed the Exodus story in his movie adaptation. Bernie Maopolski from the Fan of History podcast joins Gil to dicsuss.

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The Penguin holds a mirror to show us where we are as a society right now. Cinematographer Asi Oren joins Gil Kidron to dicsuss.

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The Film Anatomy of a Fall switches back and forth between the perspectives of the main characters, one of whom is a dog. To break it down, including the unbelievable acting by the dog, former animal handler Ashley Foster joins Gil to discuss how they got the dog to deliver an oscar-worthy performance.

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Gil and Rutger discuss Rings of Power season 4 several interesting biblical references and the ongoing parallels to the rise of fascism and the climate crisis.

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When animals are on screen, how do you get them to perform and act according to the script? Former animal handler Ashley Foster joins Gil to discuss how he did it for over ten years on the sets of fantasy, history, and drama films and shows.

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The most recent show adaptation by Game of Thrones creators Dan Weiss and David Benioff showcases the same entertaining highs and facepalm lows in their new Netflix show. Cinematographer Asi Oren joins Gil to break it down.

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Part 2 of this epic series excels in atmosphere, vibe, sound and clever plays on prophecies and manipulations.

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This wonderful anime show draws on the long history of filmmaking in the genres of the Wild West, Samurai films, and the Wild West-Samurai combo, and it is dazzling by being simple and heartfelt. Filmmaker and filmographer Asi Oren joins Gil Kidron for this conversation. To support the podcast click here.

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