Movies, Games And Television Secrets

WandaVision is a huge hit and Andrew Hermiz, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, and Mike Denz discuss why and how Wanda is a broken hero struggling to cope with grief in a way that she realizes is hurting those around her. But it is her hope in the end that ultimately satisfies. The post The Secrets of WandaVision appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Coen Brothers made an homage to old Hollywood in Hail Caesar! Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the story of a good man, a father figure, trying to do a thankless job in a system full of make-believe, selfish agendas, and bad behavior. The post The Secrets of Hail Caesar! appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Cult film maker Alejandro Jodorowsky attempted to make the most bizarre, avant-garde version of "Dune" in the mid-1970s. Thomas Sanjurjo, Andrew Hermiz, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the 2013 documentary about it and how, despite failing to get made, it influenced decades of films afterward. The post The Secrets of Jodorowsky’s Dune appeared first on StarQuest Media.

In the iconic modern Boston-set movie, Good Will Hunting broaches themes of forgiveness, vocation, potential, and loyalty. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Andrew Hermiz discuss these deeper themes, while also highlighting the fun of the classic fish-out-of-water theme. The post The Secrets of Good Will Hunting appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Godfather, Part II is considered one of the greatest movies of all time. Dom, Andrew, and Mike discuss the film's masterful portrayal of the effects of the desire for power and control and of the generational and familial effects of sin. The post The Secrets of The Godfather, Part II appeared first on StarQuest Media.

In the mid-80s, John Hughes had an amazing run of teen-focused movies, including this one. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, Andrew Hermiz, and Shelly Kelly go beyond the humor and nostalgia to the deeper themes of not seeing people as stereotypes; recognizing the danger of oppressing the souls of young people; and getting a new perspective on those nearest us every day. The post The Secrets of The Breakfast Club appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Is having a wish fulfilled a kind of cheating? Dom, Angela, Maria, Andrew, and Fr. Chip discuss the Wonder Woman sequel, including its particular feminine genius; its exploration of truth, lies, and heroism; care for children; and uncomfortable moral issues as well. The post The Secrets of Wonder Woman 84 appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Continuing their look at theatrical versions of the classic scifi novel "Dune", Thomas Sanjurjo, Jack Baruzzini, and Andrew Hermiz look at the SciFi Channel's 2000 miniseries adaptation, which had some advantages over the previous David Lynch version. The post The Secrets of Dune (2000) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

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As we await the now-delayed new Dune movie, Thomas, Andrew, and Jack discuss the infamous 1984 David Lynch version, including what could have been, why some younger fans have a new appreciation for the nearly 40-year-old movie, and how a movie should approach adapting this book. The post The Secrets of Dune (1984) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

An important thank you message and update from StarQuest's Dom Bettinelli. The post An Important Update from StarQuest’s Dom Bettinelli appeared first on StarQuest Media.

For years, attendance at movie theaters has been dropping, but in 2020 COVID upended the whole movie business. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Andrew Hermiz look at all the changes so far, what studios and theaters have tried, and then look forward to where movie watching could be going. The post The Future of Movie-Watching appeared first on StarQuest Media.

As the penultimate movie of the 6-episode dinosaur series, Fallen Kingdom introduces some new elements that Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Michael Gossett think raise some new moral and ethical questions, especially in our use of new, advanced technologies. The post The Secrets of Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Tom Hanks is captain of a WWII destroyer convoy escort in the North Atlantic, battling the U-boat wolf pack. Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Chip Hines give their first impressions of the Apple TV+ movie, including the surprising virtues and faith of Hanks' character and the compelling action. The post Greyhound – Coffee and Cinema appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Dom Bettinelli shares an important message about the future of this podcast and all the shows at StarQuest. The post An important message from StarQuest’s Dom Bettinelli appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Chosen brings to TV a Jesus unlike any in recent memory. Dom Bettinelli, Mike Denz, and Joanne Mercier discuss this unique, new multi-season series that features a Jesus that's perfectly balanced in his humanity and divinity and makes the disciples as relatable as they can be. The post The Chosen appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Princess Bride is an undeniably funny and very quotable movie, but as Dom Bettinelli, Mike Denz, and superfan Shelly Kelly discuss, it's also a profound exploration of love on both the grand sacrificial scale, but also in the daily ways we show our love to each other. The post The Secrets of The Princess Bride appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Terrence Malick’s “The Thin Red Line” is hailed as a true work of art and a film worth some thoughtful consideration around Memorial Day. Mike Creavey, Andrew Hermiz, and Thomas Sanjurjo breakdown a film that challenges the viewer to reflect upon human conflict, duty, love, faith, and more. The post The Thin Red Line appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The MCU is the biggest cinematic event in history and Avengers: Endgame is its capstone. Dom Bettinelli, Mike Denz, and Andrew Hermiz dive into the movie's themes of fatherhood, self-sacrifice, family, and dealing with grief and loss while enjoying the humor and superhero action. The post The Secrets of Avengers: Endgame appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The 1984 Ghostbusters stands as one of the funniest and most quotable comedies of all time. Dom Bettinelli, Mike Creavey, and Mike Denz delve into the film, its amazing cast, the behind-the-scenes lore, and all the great moments in a laughter-filled discussion. The post The (Original) Ghostbusters appeared first on StarQuest Media.