Cinemavino

Episodes

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June 22, 2022

The Princess Bride (Pinot Noir Rosé)

Our final wedding episode takes us to an all-time 80s classic:  The Princess Bride.  Director Rob Reiner and writer William Goldman team up with a top-notch cast to deliver a loving spoof of beloved fantasy tales.  Ironically,
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June 17, 2022

Obi Wan Kenobi, Episode 5 (*spoilers*)

For this episode, we recap and review the penultimate (<< $100 word alert) episode of Obi Wan Kenobi, now airing on Disney+.  We also drink some affordable Spanish rosé to pair with our main series on wedding movies.
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June 15, 2022

Palm Springs (Cabernet)

Part four of our wedding series brings us to a recent classic.  On the surface, Palm Springs might sound a bit too much like Groundhog Day.  But dig a little deeper, and this is a much darker and philosophical counterpart.  In a brief synopsis,
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June 12, 2022

Ms. Marvel, Episode 1 (*spoilers*)

For this mini-episode, Travis and I discuss the premiere of Ms. Marvel, Marvel's latest superhero series, now on Disney+.  Ms. Marvel represents a true hybrid:  Not only is it a coming-of-age comedy and an origin story that sets up The Marvels,
169
June 10, 2022

Obi Wan Kenobi, Episode 4 (*spoilers*)

On this mini-episode, we take a look at episode 4 of Obi Wan Kenobi, now on Disney+.  This is a review and recap, so *spoilers abound*.  To go with our main series on wedding films, we drink a couple of wines that have played a big part in my own marri...
168
June 8, 2022

Four Weddings and a Funeral (Brut Rosé)

It's part four of our series on wedding movies!  This time, we screen a 90s classic, Four Weddings and a Funeral.  A low-budget British rom-com, this film launched the careers of Hugh Grant and Andie MacDowell.
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June 3, 2022

Obi Wan Kenobi, Episode 3 (*spoilers*)

In this installment, we take a look at the third episode of Obi Wan Kenobi, now live on Disney+.  This will be a recap and a review, so *spoilers* abound!  Proceed with caution.  To pair with this discussion,
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June 1, 2022

My Best Friend's Wedding (Torrontés)

Our wedding series continues with a 90s staple:  My Best Friend's Wedding.  It features huge stars, a bouncy soundtrack, and was one of the biggest hits of the decade.  Full disclosure:  I wasn't a fan of it then, and I'm even less of one now.
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May 30, 2022

Obi Wan Kenobi, Episodes 1 & 2 (*spoilers*)

On this special episode, we take an in-depth look at Obi Wan Kenobi, now on Disney+.  We also pair a few easy-drinking session beers, to go along with our series on wedding films. - *SPOILERS ABOUND*  This is a recap of the first two episodes,
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May 25, 2022

Kill Bill (2003)

Our wedding series continues with the most violent entry of all time:  Quentin Tarantino's masterpiece, Kill Bill.  We have some strong opinions about this classic film.  To pair, we're doing reception-friendly wines.  In this case,
163
May 20, 2022

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness *spoilers*

It's a very special episode of Cinemavino!  We take an in-depth look at Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.  *Spoilers abound*  Proceed with caution! - To read my full review, click here!
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May 18, 2022

Father of the Bride (Chardonnay)

It's wedding season!  Many great movies have been made about tying the knot:  Dramas, comedies, and even blood-soaked revenge flicks.  We're going to kick things off with an all-time classic, Steve Martin's remake of Father of the Bride.
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May 11, 2022

Rookie of the Year (French Rosé)

Our baseball series concludes with a 90s staple:  Rookie of the Year.  It's a goofy little fantasy about a dweeby kid (Thomas Ian Nicholas) who jacks up his throwing arm, and ends up with a blazing fastball.  Naturally, the Chicago Cubs come calling,
160
May 6, 2022

Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

It's a special mini-episode, and we're taking a look at Everything Everywhere All at Once!  This is a weird, exciting, special movie, and Sean, Travis, and I have strong opinions.  And don't worry, we'll keep things spoiler-free for you! -
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May 4, 2022

Major League (Gewürztraminer)

It's the fifth inning of our baseball series!  This week, we tackle an 80s raunch comedy:  Major League.  It has an all-star cast, including many actors at the beginning of long careers.  We'll pair this minor classic with some refreshing Gewürztramine...
158
April 27, 2022

Moneyball (Beaujolais)

It's part four of our baseball series!  This week, we're looking at one of the most cerebral sports movies ever made--Moneyball.  Directed by Bennett Miller (Capote) and written by Steven Zallian and Aaron Sorkin,
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April 20, 2022

The Sandlot (Müller-Thurgau)

It's the third installment of our baseball series, and we're dusting off a 90s classic:  The Sandlot.  This one has major nostalgia vibes for all of us, and for sheer fun factor, it holds up really well.  As for wine,
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April 13, 2022

A League of Their Own (Tempranillo)

It's part two of our baseball series!  For this installment, we look at an all-time favorite:  A League of Their Own.  Featuring an all-star cast, this film tells an important part of WWII history and women's athletics.  Plus,
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April 6, 2022

Bull Durham (Vinho Verde)

We're heading out the ballgame!  This week's Cinemavino kicks off our six-week series of baseball movies.  Episode one is at the top of my all-time favorites:  Bull Durham.  It was a modest hit when it came out,
154
April 4, 2022

A Morbius Mini-Episode

For this mini-installment, Travis and I give our thoughts on Marvel's latest villain-centric flick, Morbius.  We have moderately different opinions on the subject.  This episode is pretty much spoiler-free,
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March 30, 2022

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (1966)

We conclude our series on Oscar snubs with an all-time classic Western:  The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly! It's one of the most stylized and influential films ever made, and a must-see for any serious movie buff.  Plus,
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March 23, 2022

Zodiac (2007)

Tonight's Cinemavino continues our look at all-time Oscar snubs.  For part three, we tackle a David Fincher classic--Zodiac.  It's engrossing, intelligent true crime epic, centered on the hunt for one of our country's most famous serial killers.
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March 16, 2022

Rounders (1998)

Tonight's episode of Cinemavino continues our series on the best films to be completely snubbed by the Oscars.  Rounders survived so-so reviews and box office to endure as an all-time cult classic.  At the very least,
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March 10, 2022

Heat (1995)

This episode kicks off our March series, where we look at the best movies that were never nominated for an Oscar.  Our first installment features an all-time classic:  Michael Mann's Heat, starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer,