Episodes

For this episode of Cinemavino, we talk movies, and which ones we would take to the desert island with us.  It was such a big convo, we ended up splitting it up in two parts.  So kick back, and enjoy another fine episode of our podcast!

It’s a conversation we’ve all had: The Deserted Island Spectacular. Whichmovie would you take? Which book? What food? What famous person would you want to join you? It’s one of the more fun hypothetical discussions peop...

For this episode of Cinemavino, we talk about the Oscar noms.  Once again, the Academy got a buncha picks right, and whole buttload of ’em wrong, too.  Having seen all the Best Picture films already, I’ve got some strong opinions.  Damn it,

“The whole goddamn thing is a meat parade. I don’t want any part of it.” George C. Scott, on the OscarsSure enough, Scott walked the walk. Upon being nominated for his milestone performance in Patton, Scott told the Acade...

1917 hits like a ton of bricks. It’s a huge achievement and a hell of movie. I’ll go ahead and predict it for a Best Picture win at the Oscars. For this mini-episode of Cinemavino, we discuss 1917–spoiler-free–and breakdow...

1917 hits like a ton of bricks.  It’s a huge achievement and a hell of movie.  I’ll go ahead and predict it for a Best Picture win at the Oscars.  For this mini-episode of Cinemavino, we discuss 1917–spoiler-free–and breakdown the new trailers for Morb...

We’ve scanned the movie schedule for 2020, and it truly looks like the best of times and the blurst of times. Lots of sequels, prequels, remakes, rehashes, reboots, and screwups. Still, look carefully and you’ll find some g...

We’ve scanned the movie schedule for 2020, and it truly looks like the best of times and the blurst of times.  Lots of sequels, prequels, remakes, rehashes, reboots, and screwups.  Still, look carefully and you’ll find some good with the bad and ugly.

As kids, most of us loved pitting random action figures against each other. Superman vs. He-Man, who would win? (I mean, Superman, duh…) For this episode of Cinemavino, we match up some powerful pop culture figures and put...

As kids, most of us loved pitting random action figures against each other.  Superman vs. He-Man, who would win?  (I mean, Superman, duh…)  For this episode of Cinemavino, we play Matchups with some powerful pop culture figures and put it to a vote.

(*WARNING: SPOILERS ABOUND*) Season 1 of The Mandalorian is in the books, and it’s been a resounding success for Disney+. Ratings and critical reception have been sky-high, and it looks like the series will be here to stay...

(*WARNING:  SPOILERS ABOUND*)  Season 1 of The Mandalorian is in the books, and it’s been a resounding success for Disney+.  Ratings and critical reception have been sky-high, and it looks like the series will be here to stay.

This is the second in our two-part Rise of Skywalker discussion.  If you haven’t seen it, check out our previous episode, which is spoiler-free.  (I’ll post a link below.)  For this discussion, SPOILERS ABOUND.

This week, it’s double the Cinema, double the Vino.  We present you with two Star Wars pods.  This one is free from spoilers, the next one is loaded with them.  You can check this one out, go see Rise of Skywalker, and head to the second episode. -

This is the second in our two-part Rise of Skywalker discussion. If you haven’t seen it, check out our previous episode, which is spoiler-free. (I’ll post a link below.) For this discussion, SPOILERS ABOUND. We had plenty...

This week, it’s double the Cinema, double the Vino. We present you with two Star Wars pods. This one is free from spoilers, the next one is loaded with them. You can check this one out, go see Rise of Skywalker, and head t...

Die Hard isn’t just a Christmas movie, it’s the Christmas movie. It’s also the 80s action movie. And beyond the nostalgia factor, Die Hard holds up pretty damn well. The sequels tail off as you go along, but even the best ...

For this episode of Cinemavino, Sean Jordan joins us to watch and discuss Die Hard.  We drink a little German Riesling in honor of Hans Gruber, and take a shot of Jaegermeister.  Blech.  For the opening of the Todd-cast,

For this week’s episode of Cinemavino, Sean Jordan joins us as we drink some delicious red wine and discuss Chapter Five of The Mandalorian. Also on the table: The new Ghostbusters trailer that just dropped, and Harrison Fo...

For this week’s episode of Cinemavino, Sean Jordan joins us as we drink some delicious red wine and discuss Chapter Five of The Mandalorian.  Also on the table:  The new Ghostbusters trailer just dropped, and Harrison Ford’s thoughts on continuing the ...

New Cinemavino is live! This week, The Mandalorian delivered what many are calling a “filler episode.” As the midpoint episode, it really didn’t do a whole lot to move the plot forward. Hopefully the series will regain a l...

New Cinemavino is live!  This week, The Mandalorian delivered what many are calling a “filler episode.”  As the midpoint episode, it really didn’t do a whole lot to move the plot forward.  Hopefully the series will regain a little momentum with next we...

As a Space Western, The Mandalorian gets stronger as it goes along. The action scenes are killer, and it has attitude and atmosphere to spare. This feels like the breath of fresh air Star Wars has needed for a good long whi...

As a Space Western, The Mandalorian gets stronger as it goes along.  The action scenes are killer, and it has attitude and atmosphere to spare.  This feels like the breath of fresh air Star Wars has needed for a good long while. -