Welcome movie friends! Join Scott as he goes through the wonderful world of movies including lists, old favorites, scene analysis, and tropes.
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Two Catholics talking about books, movies and traces of "the One Reality" they find below the surface.
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Take a travel through the week that was with your intrepid pop culture guides, Ben Christ and Scott Danielson.
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Chats & Tatts host, Aaron Della Vedova, is known for pushing the creative boundaries with every artistic medium he works in. However, his full coverage back pieces, rib to legs, and torso tattoos are definitely his specialty. With long hours tattooing well known musicians, athletes, public figures, influencers and many others, Aaron knows that tattooing heavily involves building a relationship, a bond, with his clients. On Chats & Tatts, he dives into those relationships with his clients, he ...
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By keeping its stakes and scope small and escalating its action as the film progresses, Badland Hunters delivers the B-movie goods.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Episode 986: Scene Stealers: Allison Janney in Drop Dead Gorgeous
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8:18Today we're breaking down Allison Janney's hilarious performance in Drop Dead Gorgeous.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.By Scott Danielson
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The Shift in Tattoo Culture ft Jake Danielson
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1:02:25The evolution of tattooing has profoundly transformed the landscape of body art, leading to greater acceptance of diverse styles and allowing artists to explore and create without the necessity of specific meanings behind each tattoo. This shift can be traced back to several key developments in the industry, particularly the rise of social media pl…
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By Julie Davis, Scott Danielson
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A wild genre-hybrid with clear love for slashers and rom-coms, Heart Eyes is a bloody good time.By Scott Danielson
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By refusing traditional structure and emphasizing moments and experience, The Brutalist is wonderful mercurial and open to interpretations. Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Though it often veers away from its most appealing elements, The Killer's Game delivers enough of the action comedy goods for a once over.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Though it can't replicate the original's blend of camp and tension, Another Simple Favor is enough cheesy fun for a once over.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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By avoiding grandeur in favor of a personal/political angle, Conclave crafts an intriguing and ultimately uplifting film.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Buoyed by Malek's strong central performance and a novel twist on the spy thriller, The Amateur does it's job.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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While it's unlikely to earn any new fans, The Accountant 2 is a more straight-forward and fun film than the original.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Tattooing, Painting, and Japanese Culture: A Conversation with Senju
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57:00In the podcast episode featuring tattoo artist and painter Senju, a fascinating narrative unfolds about the interconnectedness of tattooing and painting, particularly within the context of Japanese art. Senju's journey illustrates how these two forms of expression can influence and inspire one another, creating a cyclical relationship that enriches…
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Episode 978: A Mission Impossible Retrospective
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52:11I thought now would be a perfect time to go through each Mission Impossible film and address its appeals, what it lacks and what it added to the franchise as a whole.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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By Julie Davis, Scott Danielson
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By focusing on its characters versus its larger universe, Thunderbolts* delivers the best MCU movie in years.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Packed with ideas and effortlessly engaging, Sinners more than lived up to the hype for me. Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Breaking Cultural Barriers: The Evolution of Tattooing in Hong Kong with Derek Yip
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51:29The journey into tattooing can often be unconventional, as exemplified by Derek Yip's unique transition from graphic design to becoming a tattoo artist. Derek's story underscores how unexpected opportunities can lead to fulfilling careers in the tattoo industry. In this episode of "Chats and Tatts," host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with Derek at t…
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With strong central performances and direction, The Rule of Jenny Pen terrifies and inspires in equal measure.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Havoc is that it has a lot of good moments, but doesn't have either the narrative simplicity or cohesive world-building to make it really work.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Self-Teaching and Perseverance in Tattooing ft. Sailor Bit
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49:49The journey to becoming a skilled tattoo artist is often long and challenging, characterized by years of self-teaching and perseverance, especially in the past when resources and mentorship were scarce. In a recent podcast episode, Bit Schoenenberger (Sailor Bit) shares his personal experience of starting his tattooing career 36 years ago. He recal…
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By Julie Davis, Scott Danielson
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Though it doesn't quite separate itself from its influences, Ash demonstrates Flying Lotus' creative potential as a filmmaker.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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A hilarious buddy comedy, One of Them Days makes the most out of its lead performers and its premise.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Breaking Boundaries: The Truth Behind a 10-Hour Anesthesia Tattoo Session
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35:49The latest episode of "Chats and Tatts" explores a groundbreaking approach to tattooing: the use of anesthesia to enable individuals to undergo extensive tattoo sessions in a single sitting. This innovative method is particularly appealing to busy individuals who often struggle to find the time for multiple tattoo appointments, which can stretch ov…
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Blade 2 is bursting with creative energy.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.By Scott Danielson
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While the action beats are as solid as ever, the script's lack of focus prevents A Working Man from hitting Beekeeper highs.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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The Accountant is at its best when it focuses on its title character.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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The Tex Effect ft. Ink Master Winner James Tex
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56:34The tattoo community is currently experiencing a significant divide, as highlighted in a recent podcast episode. This divide is marked by a growing trend of judgmental attitudes among some artists, which starkly contrasts with the original ethos of acceptance and individuality that has long been a cornerstone of tattoo culture. In this episode of "…
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Though it's not quite as advertised, the great cast, direction and script more than make up for it.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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By Julie Davis, Scott Danielson
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Cleaner needs more meat on its action thriller bones.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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The Order might be the best crime movie of 2024.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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There's a lot to like in Y2K. I just wish the movie didn't feel the need to undercut itself for shock value or for jokes.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Skepticism and Innovation in Tattoo Art ft. Philipp Trier
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43:38The tattoo industry has long relied on traditional methods for creating stencils, typically using carbon copy paper or drawing directly on the skin with markers. However, these methods often present a range of challenges, including difficulties in positioning, the risk of smudging, and limitations in material quality. Enter Standstill, a groundbrea…
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Hilarious, incisive and full of visual splendor, Poor Things may not be for everyone, but it might Lanthimos' high water mark.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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By Julie Davis, Scott Danielson
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Scamanda is a compelling bit of true crime with a notable weakness.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Today I pay tribute to the late Val Kilmer.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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I didn't know that I was looking for a queer centric campy horror comedy, but The Parenting delivered exactly that.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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With more character to back up its heist movie thrills, Den of Thieves 2 did the trick for me.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Despite a great premise and spin on the familiar concept, Wolf Man fails to execute it.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.By Scott Danielson
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Novel in its premise and approach to action, Baby Assassins was right up my alley.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.By Scott Danielson
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Art, Business, and Humanity ft. Patrick Paul O'Neil
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1:32:43The significance of vulnerability and honesty emerges as a central theme in both personal and professional contexts. Patrick's approach to his work and interactions illustrates how these qualities can foster deeper connections and enhance the overall quality of relationships with tattoo clients, and in our personal lives. Host Aaron Della Vedova si…
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Episode 957: The Smartest Part of Dumb and Dumber
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7:02Today I'm going to talk about the smartest part of Dumb and Dumber.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.By Scott Danielson
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By Julie Davis, Scott Danielson
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Episode 956: SLY Lives! The Burden of Black Genius
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7:18SLY Lives! is a welcome and overdue celebration of the life and legacy of a musical legend.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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I fully understood what this movie was going for, but was still underwhelmed.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Episode 954: Cult Classic or Crap?: Caligula: The Ultimate Cut
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8:10Does the Caligula: The Ultimate Cut deserve all of the hype or is it just excess for excess sake?Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Equal parts funny and heartfelt, Thelma is a treat. Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/By Scott Danielson
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Resurrected abandons its most enticing mystery.Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.By Scott Danielson
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