Pure Cinema Podcast New Year, New To Us 2026
Jan 5, 2026
Brian and Elric kick off the new year by diving into films they've just discovered. They emphasize the charm of overlooked movies, including Burt Reynolds in a rare role and a twisty Canadian thriller that captivates with its cult appeal. Elric shares insights on Fritz Lang's take on newspaper ethics, while Brian highlights an Australian coming-of-age gem. Listeners are taken on a cinematic journey featuring clever comedies and visual masterpieces, all wrapped up with a lively recap of their favorite picks.
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Make January 'New To Us' Month
- Start the year with 'new to us' viewings to broaden your cinematic palate beyond lists and recs.
- Use recommendations and overlooked classics to turn casual watches into meaningful discoveries.
Fade-In's Unique Hybrid Tone
- Fade-In sits between The Last Picture Show and The Last Movie stylistically with a shaggy, intimate behind-the-scenes feel.
- Elric Kane finds Burt Reynolds' performance here unusually grounded and sensitive compared to his later star persona.
Fritz Lang's Newspaper Thriller
- While the City Sleeps is less a serial-killer thriller and more a penetrating portrait of newspaper culture and competition.
- Fritz Lang uses the killer as a MacGuffin to examine press sensationalism and institutional ambition.
