After making a big splash with Jaws, Steven Spielberg set his sights upward. Close Encounters had been praised as one of the most significant science fiction films of all times. Brandon and Craig give it a rewatch and start to work through some of the themes that tie all four of Spielberg's films together to this point. FEATURING: Craig McFarland and Brandon Davis We hope to get connected with you soon! Please check out our social media links below. Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/271147005450207⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/SpielbergPod⁠

There is something in the water! It's hard to believe that Steven Spielberg's third film would be one with such lasting impact. What can we say about Jaws? It creates the idea of a summer blockbuster, and still to this day terrifies us all when we get in the water. We also spend some time in this episode to discuss the state of the movies in general as we are right in the heart of summer film season 2023. FEATURING: Craig McFarland and Brandon Davis We hope to get connected with you soon! Please check out our social media links below. Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/271147005450207⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/SpielbergPod⁠

Steven Spielberg's second film brings us on a wild chase across Texas. Based on a true story, Sugarland Express makes us all think about our perceptions of those on the run. Wonderful performances from all our main cast of characters makes this a fun watch. FEATURING: Craig McFarland and Brandon Davis We hope to get connected with you soon! Please check out our social media links below. Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/271147005450207⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/SpielbergPod⁠

We start our journey with Steven Spielberg on his first film. Originally produced as a TV movie, Duel was later released into movie theaters. This film plays almost like a Twilight Zone episode, and we are excited to dive into it with you! FEATURING: Craig McFarland and Brandon Davis We hope to get connected with you soon! Please check out our social media links below. Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/271147005450207⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/SpielbergPod⁠

Welcome to the latest show from The Front Row Network and NPR Illinois Community Voices. In this show we will be taking a look at the cinematic history of one of the greatest directors of all time, Steven Spielberg. Your hosts for this adventure through film will be Craig McFarland (Beyond the Mouse/Peanut Butter and Biscuits) and Brandon Davis (Front Row Classics). We hope to get connected with you soon! Please check out our social media links below. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/271147005450207 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpielbergPod