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Podcast For A Darkened Theatre

Podcast For A Darkened Theatre

By: Matt Ellsworth and Lexie Ward
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A movie review podcast hosted by two best friends with a mutual love for movies and the film music of Danny Elfman.


Episode by episode, Matt and Lexie journey through Danny Elfman’s filmography in chronological order, reviewing their likes, dislikes, and favorite things about each movie and score in a laid-back, conversational format.


Enjoy a casual listening experience that offers insight into the world of Danny Elfman’s film compositions through the lens of two diehard fans.

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Episodes
  • Episode 02: Back To School

    Episode 02: Back To School
    May 16 2025

    “Why don’t you call me sometime when you have no class?”

    Matt and Lexie review the Rodney Dangerfield comedy, Back to School (1986) directed by Alan Metter, and discuss Danny Elfman's second feature length score.

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    Email us at darkenedtheatrepodcast@gmail.com

    Please note: The music and film clips included in this podcast (listed above) fall under the "Fair Use Doctrine" as defined by Section 107 of the Copyright Act. The law allows for use of music clips for purposes of criticism, comment, parody, and education.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Episode 01: Pee Wee's Big Adventure

    Episode 01: Pee Wee's Big Adventure
    May 16 2025

    "I know you are, but what am I?"

    Matt and Lexie review the Paul Reubens film Pee Wee's Big Adventure (1985) directed by Tim Burton, and discuss Danny Elfman's first feature length score for a major studio.

    In the first of many Burton/Elfman collaborations, Pee Wee's Big Adventure is the perfect film to kick off this journey through Elfman's filmography.

    Send us a text message.

    Support the show

    Visit our Website.

    Follow us on Letterboxd and Instagram.

    Email us at darkenedtheatrepodcast@gmail.com

    Please note: The music and film clips included in this podcast (listed above) fall under the "Fair Use Doctrine" as defined by Section 107 of the Copyright Act. The law allows for use of music clips for purposes of criticism, comment, parody, and education.
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 9 mins
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