Say Hello to My Little Film

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 120 - One Cut of the Dead

On this week's episode of SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FILM, Ray and Rob are wrapping up the spooky season with Ray's episode, who loyal listeners know is not a fan of the horror genre. So, in an attempt to join in the fun, Ray recommends to Rob the 2017 Japanese indie zombie comedy ONE CUT OF THE DEAD. This send-up of the genre centers on a small film crew hard at work filming a movie of the same name, but ultimately find themselves living the fictional horrors they're trying to capture! Starring Takayuki Hamatsu and Yuzuki Akiyama, One Cut of the Dead examines how far you'll go for your art and the relationships you build (and lose) getting the job done!
Will ONE CUT OF THE DEAD'S technical prowess and heart prove enough to sway Rob? Or will this zombie romp just be white noise in a sea of Romero wannabes? Tune in this week to find out! 
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 119 - Phantom of the Paradise

It's the scary season here at SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FILM and we're kicking off the month of October with Rob recommending one of his all-time favorite movies, Brian De Palma's (BLOW OUT, THE UNTOUCHABLES) 1974 Horror rock opera THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. This slice of goth punk greatness stars William Finley (SISTERS, THE FUNHOUSE) as Winslow Leach, a down on his luck singer-songwriter desperate to get his music heard. When the pop icon Swan (played by indelible Paul Williams (THE MUPPET SHOW, SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT), takes notice and decides to steal his cantata to open his new club, Winslow's life spirals out of control before taking on a new persona, The Phantom. Buttressed but incredible supporting performances by Jessica Harper (SUSPIRIA, LOVE AND DEATH) and Gerrit Graham (USED CARS, TERRORVISION), PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE is a tour de force that cannot be missed! 
Will the gothic punk campiness leave Ray looking for the exit? Or will Winslow's journey leave Ray willing to sell his soul for rock n' roll? Tune in this week to find out!  
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 118 - Gallipoli

On this week's episode of SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FILM, Ray and Rob look to keep their streak alive with Ray recommending Peter Weir's 1981 war drama GALLIPOLI. The film centers on two young sprinters from two completely different walks of life, portrayed by Mark Lee (THE BEST OF FRIENDS, THE CITY'S EDGE) and Mel Gibson (MAD MAX, LETHAL WEAPON), who find themselves joining the Australian Army during World War I. This budding friendship withstands a building worldwide tension which draws the Aussies to the Turkish peninsula of Gallipoli where they face a futile task at the Battle of the Nak. Peter Weir uses his Australian New Wave panache to bring a whimsical feel to this period drama chronicling this unlikely friendship. 
Will the whimsy of Peter Weir detract from the drama of a traditional war story? Or will the magnetic chemistry of the two leads make it an unforgettable journey? Tune in this week to find out! 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You
 
 
 

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 117 - The American Friend

In this week's episode, it's Rob's turn to try to break his losing streak by recommending to Ray Wim Wender's (WINGS OF DESIRE, PERFECT DAYS) 1977 neo-noir drama THE AMERICAN FRIEND, starring Bruno Gantz (NOSFERATU THE VAMPYRE, WINGS OF DESIRE) and Dennis Hopper (in his return to SHMLF)! 
Gantz plays Jonathan Zimmerman, an esteemed German picture framer who discovers he has a rare and deadly illness. In an attempt to provide for his family, he becomes embroiled in a murder for hire scheme at the recommendation of Tom Ripley, played by Dennis Hopper. As Jonathan sinks deeper and deeper into the plan, he risks losing his family, as well as his life. In a film that drips with atmosphere anchored by powerful performances and the beautiful cinematography of Robby Müller, Wim Wenders creates an unforgettable story of desperation and the lengths you'll go to for your family.
Can the genius of Wim Wenders finally woo Ray? Or will Dennis Hopper's performance once again prove to be too much for him? Tune in this week to find out! 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 116 - Breaking Away

On this week's episode of SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FILM, Ray and Rob continue to try and break their dry streak of unsuccessful recommendations. It's Ray's week, so swings for the fences with Peter Yates' 1979 film BREAKING AWAY. This coming-of-age sports-drama stars Dennis Christopher (CHARIOTS OF FIRE), Jackie Earle Haley (WATCHMEN, LITTLE CHILDREN) Dennis Quaid (INNERSPACE, THE RIGHT STUFF), and is the screen debut of Daniel Stern (HOME ALONE, CITY SLICKERS). 
Dennis Christopher plays Dave, a young cyclist who is obsessed with the Italian racing team. Along with his band of misfit friends (Haley, Quaid and Stern), they make a pact to waste their lives together the year after finishing high school in Bloomington, IN. When Dave's dreams of meeting his idles takes an unexpected turn and the local college kids torment them day after day, the gang of "Cutters" find themselves with the opportunity to prove their worth in the only way Dave knows how, on his bike. 
Will this story of lifelong friendships and perseverance finally break away from Ray and Rob's cold streak? Or will they find they need to take another lap and try again?
Tune in this week to find out!   
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You
 

Say Hello To My Little Film: Episode 115 - Certain Women

In this week's episode, Rob tries to win Ray over by taking a tonal left turn from his previous pick by recommending Kelly Reichardt's 2016 classic CERTAIN WOMEN. This quiet and meditative journey through the lives of four Montana women features the screen debut of Lily Gladstone (KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON, RESERVATION DOGS), as well as Laura Dern (BLUE VELVET, JURASSIC PARK), Michelle Williams (WENDY AND LUCY, BLUE VALENTINE) and Kristen Stewart (ADVENTURELAND, CLOUDS OF SILS MARIA). Each vignette (adapted from the short stories of Maile Malloy) explores the pitfalls of relationships, human interaction and the human need to be seen and lends itself perfectly to the bucolic style that Reichardt has become known for. 
Will this shift in tonal style prove enough to win Ray over? Or will the naturalist human interactions leave Ray wanting more? Tune in this week to find out! 
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 114 - Beautiful Boy

After their controversial last episode, Ray and Rob are back with what could turn out to be a revenge story. Ray pushes Rob's emotional buttons by recommending the 2018 family drama BEAUTIFUL BOY. This story about the ravages of addiction stars Steve Carell (The Office, Despicable Me) as a father who desperately tries to find a way to put his life back together after his son, Timothee Chalamet (Dune, Bones and All), spirals out of control in the clutches of drugs. Taking place over a number of years, Beautiful Boy chronicles the ups and downs, the love and hate, and the struggles with trust on the road the redemption. 
 
Will the emotional depths of this family drama pull on Rob's heartstrings? Or will Steve Carell's comedic background keep him from being able to take this film seriously? Tune in this week to find out! 
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You
 

Say Hello To My Little Film: Episode 113 - Pink Flamingos

In what go down as their most controversial episode yet, Rob throws Ray the curveball of his life by recommending John Waters' (CRY BABY, CECIL B. DEMENTED) infamous 1972 dark comedy PINK FLAMINGOS.
In this John Waters classic, Divine (HAIRSPRAY, FEMALE TROUBLE) plays Babs Johnson who has been dubbed the "The Filthiest Person Alive" by the tabloids becomes the target of the Marbles, a jealous couple who oversee a baby mill filled with kidnapped women. As the war of trash escalates, Divine and the Marbles come face to face in a climax that has to be seen to be believed. This counterculture classic put John Waters on the map and helped create the "Midnight Movie" by running in Los Angeles for 10 consecutive years. 
Will the filthiest person alive be able to win over Ray and see him jump on the cult classic train? Or will the Pope of Trash prove too much and send Ray running for the hills? You don't want to miss this episode to find out! 
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You
 

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 112 - Lion

Be prepared to cry, folks! On this week's episode of SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FILM, Ray recommends to Rob the 2016 biographical drama LION. Dev Patel (MONKEY MAN, THE GREEN KNIGHT) stars alongside Nicole Kidman (DESTROYER, THE BEGUILED) and David Wenham (LORD OF THE RINGS, ELVIS), as Saroo, a man who has found himself lost in life in more ways than one. As a child, Saroo followed his older brother Guddu on a tragic night to hopefully earn money for their family in impoverished India. When Saroo becomes separated from his brother by thousands of kilometers, he ultimately finds himself adopted by a family across the ocean in Australia. As an adult, he discovers he must reckon with his past and cull through his long-suppressed memories to find his way home.
Will this story of strength and perseverance steal Rob's heart? Or will the film's structure leave him scratching his head? Join us to find out! 
fighting other people's wars? Join us as we explore this idea when Rob recommends to Ray the Park Chan-Wook (OLDBOY, SNOWPIERCER) classic JOINT SECURITY AREA.  
When an incident in Korea's DMZ sees the death of two North Korean soldiers and differing stories from the survivors, a Neutral Nations Supervisory Commision special investigatior must get to the bottom of the event, which leads to some surprising truths. In our ever divided world, JSA is a story that shows how those divisions are built and can ultimately be torn down but asks the question, can they truly stay that way? 
Will this taut political thriller give Ray hope that humanity can come together? Or will the truth leave him feeling helpless in the face of insurmountable division? Tune in this week to find out!  
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You

Say Hello to My Little Film: Episode 111 - Joint Security Area

Is it possible to bridge our differences when we're so wrapped up in fighting other people's wars? Join us as we explore this idea when Rob recommends to Ray the Park Chan-Wook (OLDBOY, SNOWPIERCER) classic JOINT SECURITY AREA.  
When an incident in Korea's DMZ sees the death of two North Korean soldiers and differing stories from the survivors, a Neutral Nations Supervisory Commision special investigatior must get to the bottom of the event, which leads to some surprising truths. In our ever divided world, JSA is a story that shows how those divisions are built and can ultimately be torn down but asks the question, can they truly stay that way? 
Will this taut political thriller give Ray hope that humanity can come together? Or will the truth leave him feeling helpless in the face of insurmountable division? Tune in this week to find out!  
 
Theme Song:
Music & Lyrics: Jeremy Catarelli
 
Intermission:
Voice: Jeremy Catarelli
Music: Jay You