The Magic Lantern

Recent Episodes

Episode 119 – Fanny and Alexander

Posted December 2, 2019 • 01:12:34

Fanny and Alexander (Bergman, 1982) is a holiday film that fits every season. It captures so much about the highs and lows, and the beginnings and endings...

Episode 118 – Hyenas

Posted November 18, 2019 • 00:52:58

This year has been a journey of discovery for me with African cinema. Our Patreon listeners may remember that one of my resolutions this year was to...

Episode 117 – The Heiress

Posted November 3, 2019 • 01:06:34

Sometimes a film leaves an indelible impression on you because its ending is so buoyant that you feel uplifted, lighter than air. The Heiress (Wyler,...

Episode 116 – The Magic Jack O’Lantern 2019

Posted October 31, 2019 • 01:13:25

It’s that most wonderful time of the year again! In this episode, The Magic Jack O’Lantern 2019, we once again bring you our list of viewing tricks...

Episode 115 – Let’s Scare Jessica to Death

Posted October 20, 2019 • 00:55:09

When I selected Let’s Scare Jessica to Death (Hancock, 1971) as my Cole-o-ween choice for this year, I didn’t intend it as a response to Ericca’s...