Don Shanahan
The hosts of the Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast, sponsored and supported by the Ruminations Radio Network, are two school teachers who appreciate animated films that have meaningful value to the students and families they serve. There’s a lot of mindless fluff out there, where sometimes quality is hard to find. That’s where the cinephile tastes of our hosts come into play because, among the best animated films that are out there, The Iron Giant is one that is exceptional for audiences of all ages, not just those eager kids.
For their 194th episode, two beatnik film critics, two Cold War-curious dads, and two robotic school teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, turn it back to the great year of 1999 to love on a flop that turned into a classic. Brad Bird’s The Iron Giant has gone from being trounced at the box office to being an animation exemplar for all ages, and our guys are here to admire its popularity and quality. This movie is an absolute keeper. Come learn more and stay for the mutual love and respect that fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!
Cinephile Hissy Fit is a Film Obsessive media podcast, brought to you by the Ruminations Radio Network. Please visit, rate, review and subscribe. If you enjoyed this show, we have more where that came from, with interesting hosts, and wonderful guests. All are available on iTunes, Spotify, and anywhere you find your favorite shows. Follow the show on Twitter at @CinephileFit and on Facebook. Also, find both Will Johnson and Don Shanahan on Letterboxd as they accumulate their viewings and build their ranks and lists. Lastly, check out their TeePublic store for merchandise options from stickers to t-shirts!
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