Michigan Film Vault

09/08/2023

So sad to learn about Sixto Rodriguez's passing. One of our favorite episodes to record was "Searching for Sugar Man," a fantastic documentary. Feel free to listen to our episode, but more importantly, avail yourselves of Rodriguez's music as soon as you can. It's well worth it.

The Detroit musician, who'd been in declining health, was thrust into the international spotlight in 2013 after a documentary about him won an Oscar.

27/10/2021

09/09/2021

We close out Season 1 with DETROIT (2017), which you might think was actually shot here. Find out if that's the case by listening via the link below and, as always, please rate, review and subscribe.

We'll see you soon when we return for Season 2!
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-10-detroit/id1530684199?i=1000490182521

09/08/2021

Here it is, folks. The PENULTIMATE episode of Season One. In Episode 9, Nick and Matt discuss 2011's REAL STEEL.

In our previous episode, your two favorite hosts put their friendship to the test when Matt defended Michael Keaton's character in ROBOCOP (2014). In this episode, Matt doubles down by loving this charming father/son story, despite -- or maybe because of -- its cheesiness. Nick may or may not disagree. Listen via the link below to find out...

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-9-real-steel/id1530684199?i=1000490182523

29/07/2021

If the original ROBOCOP (1987) was the film we'd been waiting to discuss and super excited about, that would make the 2014 remake the film that... no one asked for?

Matt defends his decision to discuss the remake during Episode 8, which also leads to the ultimate test of his friendship with Nick when he argues that Michael Keaton's character in this film is NOT an evil, mustache-twirling villain.

Can Matt and Nick's friendship survive this film? Find out by listening below and, as always, share your thoughts with us! Please make sure to rate, review and subscribe.

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-8-robocop-2014/id1530684199?i=1000490182527

22/07/2021

"Buddy, I think you're slime."

Here it is, folks. The one (we assume?) you've all been waiting for. In Episode 7 we discuss the classic Detroit staple (though it was shot in Dallas) ROBOCOP, from 1987.

Listen via the link below or wherever you download your podcasts and, as always, be sure to rate, review and subscribe. We welcome YOUR thoughts on the movie as well.

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-7-robocop-1987/id1530684199?i=1000490182519

13/07/2021

In Episode 6 we returned to another Jeff Daniels-directed film, "Super Sucker." What did Nick & Matt think of this one? Listen below to find out and, as always, please be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 🙂

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-6-super-sucker/id1530684199?i=1000490182528

05/06/2021

Batman v Superman... Nick v Matt... WHO. WILL. WIN?

Yes, in Episode 5 we discuss the "necessary evil" that is "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice," which was shot in and around Detroit.

Listen via the link below and, as always, let us know what you think!

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-5-batman-v-superman/id1530684199?i=1000490182520

11/05/2021

In Episode 4 we discuss a particular favorite of Nick's, "Grosse Pointe Blank" from 1997. Listeners should be aware that Matt was threatened bodily harm by Nick if he didn't like this movie. Find out if he passed the test by listening below and please make sure to rate, review and subscribe!

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-4-grosse-pointe-blank/id1530684199?i=1000490182524

03/05/2021

I would ordinarily post something heartfelt about Episode 3 of our podcast -- which focuses on the Harrison Ford thriller "Presumed Innocent" from 1990 -- however, Nick's description made me laugh so I feel that it's best to use what he wrote:

"Matt wanted to watch this because his grandma recommended it. Which is adorable, but I kinda wish she'd picked a better movie."

Please rate, review and subscribe using the link below and, as always, share your thoughts on the movies and our discussions with us!

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-3-presumed-innocent/id1530684199?i=1000490182522

13/04/2021

Our second episode features a conversation about the Jeff Daniels film "Escanaba in da Moonlight," which Matt should love, given his appreciation for all things Jeff Daniels, but Nick may be the one championing this particular film.

Let us know what you think of the movie after you listen to the full episode here: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-cutpy-ea4b96?utm_campaign=w_share_ep&utm_medium=dlink&utm_source=w_share

18/03/2021

We've joined the world of the living! After a long delay, we're finally making our episodes public. First up, Nick and Matt discuss the iconic horror film "It Follows." https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-b4xe5-ea4b85?fbclid=IwAR0EgSZkOySMpAruI9n8Yq_KkTiAcfsqyLCyXQO9aL3wi60kwoLG3vHBPRE

05/09/2020

Episode 10 - Detroit

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-m67nr-ea4cf3

Act 2 of Detroit is an amazing movie. But it suffers from a lack of focus and depth.

05/09/2020

Episode 9 - Real Steel

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-4wfmb-ea4cc2

Probably the best movie based on Rock'em Sock'em robots. Wait, I forgot about The Remains of the Day.

05/09/2020

Episode 8 - Robocop (2014)

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-5u3mh-ea4c85

A middling remake of a classic. At some point in this episode, Matt makes a claim about Michael Keaton's character that is, quite frankly, insane. It was, literally, months ago and I'm still baffled by it.

05/09/2020

Episode 7 - Robocop (1987)

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-mabbx-ea4c07

One of the greatest movies ever made. Period. Now, unfortunately, more relevant than ever.

05/09/2020

Episode 6 - Super Sucker
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-k7wz5-ea4c01

Oh geez, this is just a weird movie. Like, really weird. I appreciate that they made it, because it's just so strange.

05/09/2020

Episode 5 - Batman V Superman

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-i726v-ea4bcb

Part of this movie was shot at the Broad Art Museum in East Lansing, Michigan. A place we have been! We've walked the steps that Ben Affleck walked, so we're technically Batman. Also, this movie sucks.

05/09/2020

Episode 4 - Grosse Pointe Blank

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-wyd97-ea4bc0

This is one of the greatest movies ever made, according to Nick. Set in Grosse Pointe Michigan, but mainly shot in California.

05/09/2020

Episode 3 - Presumed Innocent

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-3vau4-ea4ba8

Matt wanted to watch this because his grandma recommended it. Which is adorable, but I kinda wish she'd picked a better movie.

05/09/2020

Episode 2 - Escananba in da Moonlight

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-cutpy-ea4b96

Escananaba in da Moonlight, just a weird little movie, written, directed and staring Michigan's native son, Jeff Daniels.

05/09/2020

Episode 1 - It Follows

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-b4xe5-ea4b85

Welcome to the Michigan Film Vault! A podcast about films related to Michigan. This is our first season, and we will be talking about films shot in or set in Michigan. We're talking about It Follows. A horror film, set in an ill-defined time and place, but shot in Michigan.