The Sleepless Cinematic Podcast

Napoleon Dynamite

Musicians

Nashville

Mo' Better Blues

Preston High School

Heathers

I Saw the TV Glow

Grease

Wesley Snipes

Spike Lee

Denzel Washington

Saltburn

Music Documentary

Bob Dylan

Music

High School

1970s Cinema

Country Music

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Black Culture

Emilio, Madeline, and Julian love music, and spend their afternoons and evenings working for and teaching at a music school in midtown Manhattan. But they also really love movies. A lot. So when they're done teaching, they stay up late and discuss a movie, sometimes a few, that they've all agreed to see recently. Opinions, musings, personal stories, and sincere film enthusiasm ensue.

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	78	Founded	2 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	TV & FilmFilm HistoryFilm Reviews

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There You Are Peter!: 'Hook' (1991) with Rob McClure

Bangarang! Emilio, Madeline, and Julian fly, fight, and crow their way through this next "Unorthodox Holiday Movie" suggestion, and this is a special one, a movie suggested to them by multiple guests - "Hook", Steven Spielberg's take on the story of... more

10 Dec 2025 • 2 hrs 7 min

'Wicked for Good' (2025) Reactions with Down The Yellow Brick Pod and Courtney Iventosch

This week, Madeline, Emilio and Julian discuss the recently released 'Wicked For Good', the second part of a pair of films that together have brought the beloved Broadway musical to the big screen. After chatting a bit themselves, the co-hosts invi... more

3 Dec 2025 • 1 hr 39 min

'Eyes Wide Shut' (1999): Escapade, Cavalcade, Masquerade

Madeline, Emilio, and Julian continue their seasonal cycle of Unorthodox Holiday Movies with a discussion about "Eyes Wide Shut," Stanley Kubrick's enigmatic final feature from 1999. Marking their first discussion about a Kubrick film, the trio take ... more

26 Nov 2025 • 1 hr 50 min

Dads, Daughters, and the Revolution: "One Battle After Another" (2025) with Brendan McDonald

Julian, Madeline, and Emilio are rejoined by Brendan McDonald, former producer of the iconic podcast WTF with Marc Maron, for a bonus episode about Paul Thomas Anderson's latest masterpiece, One Battle After Another. Kicking off with a check-in on Br... more

12 Nov 2025 • 2 hrs 31 min

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Recent Guests

EmKay Schrader

Host of Down The Yellow Brick Pod, known for deep dives in the world of Oz.

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Episode: 'Wicked for Good' (2025) Reactions with Down The Yellow Brick Pod and Courtney Iventosch

Tara Tagliaferro

Co-host of Down The Yellow Brick Pod, involved in discussions about Oz.

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Episode: 'Wicked for Good' (2025) Reactions with Down The Yellow Brick Pod and Courtney Iventosch

Jamie Homs

A dear friend and occasional guest to The Sleepless Cinematic Podcast, currently expecting a newborn.

Episode: 'Eyes Wide Shut' (1999): Escapade, Cavalcade, Masquerade

James Codoyannis

Editor with experience in film and TV, and editor of 'We Strangers.'

Episode: The Worst Noel: 'Black Christmas' (1974) with James Codoyannis

Shaun Seneviratne

Writer and director of the film 'Ben and Suzanne, A Reunion in 4 Parts'

Night Owl Video

Episode: Found Footage Evolution with Shaun Seneviratne: 'The Blair Witch Project' (1999), 'Creep' (2014), and 'Searching' (2018)

Michael Cramer

Film History professor at Sarah Lawrence College, author of 'Utopian Television'

Sarah Lawrence College

Episode: Pursuing the Money Shot: 'Nightcrawler' (2014) and 'Civil War' (2024) with Michael Cramer

Mariquita Reese

Co-host of the Post Film Clarity podcast, a movie discussion podcast.

Post Film Clarity

Episode: Hindsight is 2020: 'Eddington' (2025) with Mariquita Reese

Sylvie Dranoff

A passionate cinephile with a deep love for unconventional films.

Episode: Marriage Gory: 'Possession' (1981) with Sylvie Dranoff

Brendan McDonald

Producer of WTF with Marc Maron and co-author of the WTF companion book Waiting for the Punch.

WTF with Marc Maron

Episode: Owen Roizman's New York Cinematography, with Special Guest Brendan McDonald: 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Taking of Pelham One Two Three' (1974), and 'Network' (1976)

Hosts

Emilio

Co-host with a passion for movies and a background in education.

Madeline

Co-host, film enthusiast, and educator with a great love for storytelling.

Julian

Co-host and filmmaker with a passion for film analysis and creative storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings

Marc Maron and Brendan Fu**ing McDonald brought me here ! Glad they did ! Great stuff ! Doing the lord's work filling the heads of our young with goodness ! Peace be with you folks!
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MagusJohanFordain
7 months ago
AWESOME…Magnetic, fun and enlightening discussion
I have had my hair blown back listening to these 3 brainiac musicians conspire in discussion about movies. With varying thoughtful interpretations of each movie, their conversation has left me changed and excited about movies in a way I haven’t experienced. I don’t even have to have SEEN the movie to feel like I gained perspective. As a bonus, I also feel like I spent my time with some great humans. Sleepless Cinematic is a great listen.
Apple Podcasts
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ebethearley
United States2 years ago
Great show about great shows!
Emilio, Madeline, and Joshua clearly love movies and listening to them have fun while analyzing films is like hanging with old friends. Their selection of films range from popcorn blockbusters to artistic lodestars, and their reactions are educated by a clear deep-research of the history of cinema. It’s also wonderful to hear disagreements between their own respective tastes, discussed without judgement of one another on their likes/dislikes. Lastly, it’s fun hearing trained musicians give their... more
Apple Podcasts
5
DrewSMusic
United States2 years ago
A hearty cozy cinematic pajama party
Definitely the sort of easy going, tasteful film forum/discussion that is exuding an earnest enthusiasm. A great watch along podcast and one that I can listen to while playing the Movie Studio Tycoon or Stardew Valley. All 3 hosts are charming. I am curious about musicians who are also cinephiles. If you need something to pick up your commute, close out the graveyard shift, or anyone who likes well researched, highly measured movie chat you gotta give this show a try. Will be the next big name i... more
Apple Podcasts
5
Velma Bathysphere
United States2 years ago

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Apple Podcasts	#72	United States/TV & Film/Film History
Apple Podcasts	#157	United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film History
Apple Podcasts	#221	Canada/TV & Film/Film History
Apple Podcasts	#54	Italy/TV & Film/Film History
Apple Podcasts	#35	Mexico/TV & Film/Film History
Apple Podcasts	#50	Taiwan/TV & Film/Film History

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'Wicked for Good' (2025) Reactions with Down The Yellow Brick Pod and Courtney Iventosch

Q: What did you think of the liberties that this film takes in relation to the second act of the stage show?

The new choices were interesting, but didn't leave me wowed like the first one did. There were some great story developments that added context.

'Wicked for Good' (2025) Reactions with Down The Yellow Brick Pod and Courtney Iventosch

Q: What were your gut reactions coming out of your first time seeing Wicked For Good?

I really enjoyed it. I thought it was great, but I didn't like it as well as the first.

Rerelease - 'This is Spinal Tap' (1984)

Q: What do you think about the ending of This is Spinal Tap?

The ending illustrates that all it takes is one success for the band to feel relevant again.

'Licorice Pizza' (2021): Life Plans and Stick Shift Vans

Q: What do you think of the relationship between Gary and Alana?

While it has its sweet moments, the relationship exhibits significant issues and ultimately seems doomed due to their age difference and contrasting life goals.

'L.A. Confidential' (1997): On the Record with Matt Friedman

Q: Matt, you're suggesting this movie to us. Could you tell us a little bit about why this movie is so resonant with you?

When I saw it in the theater, you had great, fairly unknown actors who really delivered tour de force performances.

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A group of passionate film enthusiasts engages deeply in discussions about various movies, often weaving in their personal experiences and insights. The focus typically spans a wide range of genres, from blockbuster hits to classic films, including nuanced commentary on musical adaptations and themes relevant to contemporary audiences. Each episode features a blend of humor, film critique, and heartfelt storytelling, elevating the cinematic experience for both casual viewers and dedicated cinephiles alike. The enthusiastic exchanges often reflect the hosts' backgrounds in music and education, enriching their analyses with unique perspectives on soundtracks, film scores, and thematic elements, making the discussions accessible and engaging f... more

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2. Tara Tagliaferro
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4. James Codoyannis
5. Shaun Seneviratne
6. Michael Cramer
7. Mariquita Reese
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