CRWN Cinema Podcast

In this episode, we break down BUGONIA — Yorgos Lanthimos' unsettling and darkly comedic thriller that blends paranoia, conspiracy, and psychological tension. We analyze the film's disturbing tone, the layered performances, and how Lanthimos uses absurdity to explore themes of power, delusion, and control.
From its uncomfortable humor to its sharp social commentary, Bugonia continues Lanthimos' streak of provocative filmmaking. We dive into what works, what's intentionally alienating, and what this film says about belief, obsession, and manipulation.
 
Chapters:
00:00 First reaction to this movie
9:00 Who the characters represent 
13:55 Love a good pro conspiracy theory movie
16:53 What does the ending mean?
21:21 A fair take on conspiracy theories
24:30 We're sorry Jesse Plemons
26:56 Stavvy coming out of nowhere
31:33 The subtle clues she is an alien
35:02 What are the black and white scenes?
36:54 The extra details to make Teddy look insane
40:44 The moment you realize she's actually an alien
44:40 The basis of Teddy's conspiracy theory
51:00 Our official rating & final thoughts
56:19 Cue the music

In this episode, we break down GOOD WILL HUNTING — the emotional drama that launched Matt Damon and Ben Affleck into Hollywood and delivered one of Robin Williams' greatest performances. We explore the psychology behind Will's self-sabotage, the themes of trauma and vulnerability, and how the film balances raw emotion with sharp dialogue.
From the unforgettable "It's not your fault" scene to the layered character arcs, we analyze why Good Will Hunting continues to resonate decades later. This isn't just a movie about intelligence — it's about identity, fear, and learning to move forward.
 
Chapters:
00:00 The inspirational story behind this movie
14:45 The Boston accent & Casey Affleck
19:23 Insane that 20 year olds wrote this movie
25:23 Professor Lambeau you horny dog
28:05 Will honestly screws over Chucky
32:56 Will is exactly the person he despises
35:05 What are these guys doing with their free time??
37:55 Maybe the worst fight scene in movie history
41:06 The beautiful visual storytelling
45:21 Showing Will's subconscious battle
57:33 Our official rating & final thoughts
1:09:58 Cue the music

In this episode, we break away from single-movie analysis and rank our top 10 favorite movies of all time. Each of us gives our personal list, explaining why these films stuck with us, shaped our taste, and continue to hit every time we revisit them. From iconic classics to bold personal picks, this episode is all about storytelling, impact, and personal connection — not consensus or film-school rankings.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
9:27 Kade's No. 10 
17:03 Kade No. 9 
22:08 Kade's No. 8 
27:25 Kade's No. 7
31:45 Kade's No. 6
36:59 Kade's No. 5
41:14 Kade's No. 4
44:16 Kade's No. 3
46:48 Kade's No. 2
52:54 Kade's No. 1
55:25 Gray's No. 10
58:25 Gray's No. 9
1:00:30 Gray's No. 8
1:06:16 Gray's No. 7
1:11:08 Gray's No. 6
1:13:36 Gray's No. 5
1:16:03 Gray's No. 4
1:18:05 Gray's No. 3
1:21:08 Gray's No. 2
1:24:53 Gray's No. 1
1:28:33 Honorable mentions
1:34:50 Cue the music

In this episode, we break down MONEYBALL — the sports drama that turned statistics, failure, and belief into one of the most compelling stories ever told. We dive into Brad Pitt's performance as Billy Beane, Aaron Sorkin's razor-sharp dialogue, and how the film transforms data and spreadsheets into real emotional stakes. We analyze the themes of ego, tradition versus innovation, and why Moneyball works even if you don't care about baseball. From quiet character moments to its unconventional ending, this movie proves that winning isn't always the point — and we break down exactly why it hits so hard.
 
Chapters:
00:00 Jonah Hill for the win
6:47 The problem with true sports movies
12:46 The historical inaccuracies
20:22 The original plan for the movie & BTS stories
28:21 How Chris Pratt got this movie
30:39 The brutal nature of cutting players
33:36 Dark story behind the scenes of this movie
37:14 Brad Pitt knows how to perform for bangers
38:55 Making inside baseball digestible
41:15 How they shot in multiple stadiums within budget
42:35 Questionable decisions in this movie
44:34 Beautiful filmmaking in the small moments
49:33 A performance heavy movie
53:19 Brad Pitt finish your beer!
1:01:15 The ending... not a fan
1:03:30 The most brutal person in this movie
1:06:10 The smallest detail Kade loves
1:12:13 Our official rating & final thoughts
1:16:25 Cue the music

In this episode, we break down MEMENTO — Christopher Nolan's mind-bending thriller that tells its story backward to put the audience inside the head of its main character. We analyze how the film's reverse structure forces viewers to experience confusion, uncertainty, and self-deception just like Leonard. We dive into the themes of memory, truth, and identity, and explain why Memento isn't just a puzzle movie — it's a psychological trap designed to make you question every decision being made. From the tattoos to the Polaroids, we break down how Nolan turned storytelling itself into the movie's biggest twist.
 
Chapters:
00:00 What an insane concept
4:41 Explaining Memento
18:54 How this movie came to be
25:08 Explaining the structure
28:44 The details you may have missed
34:20 The movie is actually kinda funny
40:16 Scenes that secretly reveal Leonards mind
44:50 Insane this is Nolan's second movie ever
47:46 Why are movie theaters dying?
53:53 The seemingly pointless scene
58:45 Our official rating & final thoughts
1:02:38 Cue the music