{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/686483472afa19dc3de39ab8/69c1a5661a160b44dbbf4d87?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep. 41: Rob Reiner’s Impact, Pre-Code Cinema, and What Makes Movies Timeless ","description":"<p>Join Josh and Dave on Couch Critics as they celebrate all&nbsp;things&nbsp;movies and television—from the latest Oscar buzz and must-see trailers to deep dives into cinema history. This episode explores:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>The excitement and frenzy of Oscar season&nbsp;</li><li>Pre-code cinema’s daring innovations, including King Vidor’s&nbsp;<em>Hallelujah</em>&nbsp;</li><li>The evolution of representation in film, with spotlights on&nbsp;<em>Cooley High</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>Greased Lightning</em>&nbsp;</li><li>Fresh takes on new series like&nbsp;<em>Ponies</em>&nbsp;and nostalgic looks at classics like&nbsp;<em>Goodbye Again</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>Invaders from Mars</em>&nbsp;</li><li>The lasting influence of the Marx Brothers on comedy&nbsp;</li><li>An in-depth discussion of Rob Reiner’s legacy, covering&nbsp;<em>This Is Spinal Tap</em>,&nbsp;<em>Stand&nbsp;By&nbsp;Me</em>,&nbsp;<em>The Princess Bride</em>,&nbsp;<em>Misery</em>,&nbsp;<em>A Few Good Men</em>,&nbsp;<em>The American President</em>, and&nbsp;<em>Ghosts of Mississippi</em>&nbsp;</li></ul><p>With insightful analysis, personal favorites, and some lively debate, this episode is a must-listen for film buffs and casual viewers alike. Discover what makes certain films resonate&nbsp;through&nbsp;the decades, and why Rob Reiner’s filmography stands as a masterclass in diverse, meaningful storytelling.&nbsp;</p><p>#CouchCritics #MoviePodcast #Oscars #FilmAnalysis #PreCodeCinema #RobReiner #ClassicMovies #MovieRecommendations #RepresentationMatters #BlackCinema #KingVidor #SpinalTap #StandByMe #PrincessBride #Misery #AFewGoodMen #AmericanPresident #GhostsOfMississippi #FilmHistory #MarxBrothers #Trailers #TVandFilm #CinemaLovers&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>🎬 Follow &amp; Join the Conversation&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram / Threads / YouTube / TikTok: @CouchCriticsRRT&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>SoiA4srg6dYJjNDsMcJ8</p>","author_name":"Dave and Josh"}