Reading Between the Reels: Film analysis with snark and heart

RBR #18: “The Last Jedi” (Part 1)

The Last Jedi is arguably the most controversial Star Wars film ever made. Dan Zehr from the “Coffee with Kenobi” podcast joins us for the first of two episodes to help deconstruct the film and to discuss the passionate responses--both positive and negative--that Episode VIII continues to generate within the Star Wars fanbase.

RBR #17: “The Force Awakens”

The Force Awakens is the long-awaited sequel to the original Star Wars trilogy, the first Star Wars film of the Disney era, and the first produced without the involvement of George Lucas. In this episode, we take a closer look at Episode VII to discuss its strengths and weaknesses and to determine whether or not the film lives up to the legacy of its predecessors.

RBR #16: ”Return of the Jedi”

Return of the Jedi is the culmination of the original Star Wars trilogy and was the final word on the saga for 16 years. In this episode, we revisit the film and discuss both its merits as an individual film and its current place in the overall canon.

RBR #15: “The Empire Strikes Back”

The Empire Strikes Back is the Star Wars film that most people claim as their favorite. This week, we take a closer look at the movie’s finer points and discuss why--even after 40 years-- Episode V remains the gold standard by which all other Star Wars films and most sequels are measured.

RBR #14: “A New Hope”

Reading Between the Reels is back! In our latest episode, we return to our format of breaking down films to find the meaning that’s always been there. This time, we deconstruct the Star Wars film that started it all: Episode IV A New Hope.

RBR #13: A New Direction

Coruscant Community College has evolved! In our first episode as Reading Between the Reels, we’re excited to share with you our reasons for the name change and the rebranding of the show. We also talk about what to expect moving forward and how you can get involved in what we’re doing.

CCC Episode 12: Bryan Young on Star Wars, Teaching, and Film

Bryan Young (@swankmotron) joins the guys for the Season 2 finale of Coruscant Community College to discuss topics ranging from what we can learn from “Star Wars” to philosophies on teaching during a pandemic. In a fun and wide-ranging conversation, Bryan also shares how he became a professional writer and teacher. Finally, Bryan reveals the film that made him want to be a filmmaker--and it’s not “Star Wars.” It’s an episode you won’t want to miss.

CCC Episode 11: “Rogue One” Deconstructed

In this episode of Coruscant Community College, the guys continue their series on deconstructing the “Star Wars” films with an analysis of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Matt and Craig discuss their favorite things about the film and how it demonstrates the cinematic aspects presented in Season One. Finally, the hosts debate the effectiveness of fan service and its place in “Rogue One.”