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Dec 2021
44m 17s

Why Make Movies? 2021 In Review

NO FILM SCHOOL
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Wrapping up the best of 2021, consuming content Gangnam Style and Todd’s tinfoil hat corner… In this episode, we talk about… Acknowledging we’re now in a place where everything is pandemic created Whether or not movies should stay true to the book or polish the story  Favorite movies and shows released in 2021  Being happy about seeing movies at the the ... Show More
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