House of Fincher

37 - The Abyss

6/10/2021

The movie analysis you've all been waiting for: The Abyss.

This James Cameron film is not his most famous but could be his most beloved.

Your Houselights crew takes a deep dive this week and wants to know what you think of The Abyss.

36 - Aliens

6/2/2021

This time there's more ... to listen to! Because Houselights is talking all about James Cameron's "Aliens"!

We couldn't be more excited to discuss this classic and how it can even be perceived as improving on the first one.

What's your take on this sci-fi sequel?

35 - The Terminator

5/28/2021

Houselights has now opened to door to House of Cameron!

In our first episode of James Cameron films, we discuss the merits of "The Terminator" and how it changed the game while at the same time might fall short by today's standards.

Listen to hear our take.

34 - Isle of Dogs

5/20/2021

We finish our journey into Wes Anderson's works with "Isle of Dogs." A beautiful picture with great characters and several ear-to-ear grinning moments. But how does the story hold up?

Listen to hear our take.

33 - The Grand Budapest Hotel

5/13/2021

"The Grand Budapest Hotel" is Wes Anderson's most commercially successful film to date. But why?

This week John Mills and Tristan Riddell visit the hotel and dissect what makes this movie beloved even by non-Anderson film fans.

Where does this movie rank on your list?

32 - Moonrise Kingdom

5/6/2021

Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom was the beginning of his modern style, which surprisingly was his first throwback to an earlier time.

Two child leads defy the odds and find a way to be together. But did they find a way into the audiences' heart?

Listen to hear our take.

31 - Fantastic Mr. Fox

4/29/2021

Wes Anderson's first foray into animation was a joy and a delight. It connected with critics and fans but not to a general audience.

George Clooney and Meryl Streep lend their gravitas to an otherwise quirky and whimsical mashup of humor and danger.

How do you view this film 12 years later?

30 - The Darjeeling Limited

4/22/2021

Darjeeling Limited was a great collection of moments but was it a great movie?

This week, Houselights takes a ride on the Wes Anderson rails and tries to figure out what went right and what went wrong.

29 - The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

4/15/2021

The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou swam into our hearts but sadly not into box office gold or critic adulation.

This movie is full of whimsy, family drama, Jaguar sharks, and even stop-motion animation. We're here to dissect it this week.

How do you feel about this movie 17 years later?

28 - The Royal Tenenbaums

4/8/2021

Your favorite Wes Anderson dysfunctional family is front and center in today's episode!

The Royal Tenenbaums holds a special place in many people's hearts and shows the director's growth in balancing whimsy, humor, as well as personal drama.

How do you feel about this film 20 years later?

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