In this episode of Bent Cinema, hosts Scott Fullerton and Nathan Box delve into the film 'Conclave', exploring its intricate plot centered around the election of a new Pope, the stellar performances by a renowned cast, and the film's sound design that enhances its emotional depth. They discuss the powerful scenes that highlight the characters' struggles for power and the implications of the conclave process. Nathan shares his ratings and Oscar predictions, while also hinting at upcoming films and the intriguing marketing strategies for musicals. @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments twice a month. If you have anything you want to ask Nathan about movies, his email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com Thank you for listening to Left of Str8 Podcasts, Produced by Scott Fullerton. Since 2015, Left of Str8 Podcasts was created for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Allies. Subscribe on your favorite distributor so you never miss an episode. You can also click the bell icon to be notified when new episodes are available. The video podcasts are on YouTube and Spotify, and the audio podcast is available at all major distributors including: iTunes, iHeart Radio, GoodPods, Amazon Music, Audible, and more. If you like us, please give our episodes a 5 star rating so more people will find them in the Algorithm. Go to our website at www.leftofstr8podcasts.com to listen to all shows, enter contests, write questions to the show for our team or Guests, and if you want to be a guest or host on the network.

Running on Empty is a dramedy about a man named Mort who learns that he has one year left to live. The film explores Mort's journey as he navigates his impending death and tries to decide how to spend his remaining time. While the concept is interesting, the film struggles to find its identity and some subplots feel unnecessary. The standout performances come from Jim Gaffigan and Jay Pharoah. Overall, Running on Empty receives a rating of two out of five stars. In this episode of Bent Cinema, movie correspondent Nathan Box discusses the film 'Close to You', starring Elliot Page. The film is Page's first movie back after transitioning and is a brave and unique story. Nathan highlights the importance of telling trans stories and hopes that Hollywood will allow Page to be a leading man in future projects. He also discusses the improvised nature of the film and how it can feel forced at times. Overall, Nathan gives the film a three-star rating. @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments twice a month. If you have anything you want to ask Nathan about movies, his email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com Thank you for listening to Left of Str8 Podcasts, Produced by Scott Fullerton. Since 2015, Left of Str8 Podcasts was created for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Allies. Subscribe on your favorite distributor so you never miss an episode. You can also click the bell icon to be notified when new episodes are available. The video podcasts are on YouTube and Spotify, and the audio podcast is available at all major distributors including: iTunes, iHeart Radio, GoodPods, Amazon Music, Audible, and more. If you like us, please give our episodes a 5 star rating so more people will find them in the Algorithm. Go to our website at www.leftofstr8podcasts.com to listen to all shows, enter contests, write questions to the show for our team or Guests, and if you want to be a guest or host on the network.

In this episode of Bent Cinema, movie correspondent Nathan Box discusses the film 'Close to You', starring Elliot Page. The film is Page's first movie back after transitioning and is a brave and unique story. Nathan highlights the importance of telling trans stories and hopes that Hollywood will allow Page to be a leading man in future projects. He also discusses the improvised nature of the film and how it can feel forced at times. Overall, Nathan gives the film a three-star rating. @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments twice a month. If you have anything you want to ask Nathan about movies, his email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com Thank you for listening to Left of Str8 Podcasts, Produced by Scott Fullerton. Since 2015, Left of Str8 Podcasts was created for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Allies. Subscribe on your favorite distributor so you never miss an episode. You can also click the bell icon to be notified when new episodes are available. The video podcasts are on YouTube and Spotify, and the audio podcast is available at all major distributors including: iTunes, iHeart Radio, GoodPods, Amazon Music, Audible, and more. If you like us, please give our episodes a 5 star rating so more people will find them in the Algorithm. Go to our website at www.leftofstr8podcasts.com to listen to all shows, enter contests, write questions to the show for our team or Guests, and if you want to be a guest or host on the network.

Seattle International Fim Festival Review. Our Special Correspondent Nathan Box does his yearly pilgrimage to the Seattle Film Festival where he goes every year and sees almost every movie available. It’s a herculean task, but Nathan is up for the challenge. Instagram: @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments on a semi-regular basis, depending on movie releases and when Nathan is available to record. You can email Nathan here at Left of Str8 Radio, to give movie recommendations, profiles of people you would like to see him discuss, and any of your burning cinema questions. His email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com The Left of Str8 Radio Network is dedicated to providing quality content for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Ally’s. We offer podcast interviews from Entertainment, Foodies, Books, Music and Advocacy, as well as special events and segments of interest. The network is owned and operated by Scott Fullerton and has been in operation since 2015. The flagship podcast is the “Left of Str8 Show,” and we are always looking to host and produce other quality content. You can contact us through the website at www.leftofstr8radio.com or email Scott directly at scott@leftofstr8.com Look for the network on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @leftofstr8; on twitter (X) @leftofstr8radio; and on facebook and youtube @leftofstr8show. You can follow and subscribe to our video podcasts on YouTube and Spotify, and follow and subscribe to our audio podcast on itunes, iheartradio, google podcasts, goodpods, amazon music, audible and more.

Celebrating Pride Month with Cinema. Left of Str8 Podcasts Special Correspondent for all things movies, Nathan Box is back for his twice monthly “Bent Cinema” podcast. Today Nathan shares some of his favorite lgbtq films as we enter into Pride Month, and Scott add’s a couple as well. www.natetheworld.com Instagram: @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments on a semi-regular basis, depending on movie releases and when Nathan is available to record. You can email Nathan here at Left of Str8 Radio, to give movie recommendations, profiles of people you would like to see him discuss, and any of your burning cinema questions. His email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com The Left of Str8 Radio Network is dedicated to providing quality content for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Ally’s. You can contact us through the website at www.leftofstr8radio.com or email Scott directly at scott@leftofstr8.com Look for the network on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @leftofstr8; on twitter (X) @leftofstr8radio; and on facebook and youtube @leftofstr8show. You can follow and subscribe to our video podcasts on YouTube and Spotify, and follow and subscribe to our audio podcast on itunes, iheartradio, google podcasts, goodpods, amazon music, audible and more.

Top 10 Films To Look Forward To For The Rest of the Year Special Correspondent Nathan Box Instagram: @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments on a semi-regular basis, depending on movie releases and when Nathan is available to record. You can email Nathan here at Left of Str8 Radio, to give movie recommendations, profiles of people you would like to see him discuss, and any of your burning cinema questions. His email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com The Left of Str8 Radio Network is dedicated to providing quality content for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Ally’s. We offer podcast interviews from Entertainment, Foodies, Books, Music and Advocacy, as well as special events and segments of interest. The network is owned and operated by Scott Fullerton and has been in operation since 2015. The flagship podcast is the “Left of Str8 Show,” and we are always looking to host and produce other quality content. You can contact us through the website at www.leftofstr8radio.com or email Scott directly at scott@leftofstr8.com Look for the network on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @leftofstr8; on twitter (X) @leftofstr8radio; and on facebook and youtube @leftofstr8show. You can follow and subscribe to our video podcasts on YouTube and Spotify, and follow and subscribe to our audio podcast on itunes, iheartradio, google podcasts, goodpods, amazon music, audible and more.

“Bent Cinema” Film Review: “Problemista” Written, Directed and Starring Julio Torres Nathan Box Instagram: @natetheworld Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments on a semi-regular basis, depending on movie releases and when Nathan is available to record. You can email Nathan here at Left of Str8 Radio, to give movie recommendations, profiles of people you would like to see him discuss, and any of your burning cinema questions. His email is nathan@leftofstr8podcasts.com The Left of Str8 Radio Network is dedicated to providing quality content for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Ally’s. We offer podcast interviews from Entertainment, Foodies, Books, Music and Advocacy, as well as special events and segments of interest. The network is owned and operated by Scott Fullerton and has been in operation since 2015. The flagship podcast is the “Left of Str8 Show,” and we are always looking to host and produce other quality content. You can contact us through the website at www.leftofstr8radio.com or email Scott directly at scott@leftofstr8.com Look for the network on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @leftofstr8; on twitter (X) @leftofstr8radio; and on facebook and youtube @leftofstr8show. You can follow and subscribe to our video podcasts on YouTube and Spotify, and follow and subscribe to our audio podcast on itunes, iheartradio, google podcasts, goodpods, amazon music, audible and more.

Welcome to “Bent Cinema” here on the Left of Str8 Radio Network. These are bonus entertainment episodes that feature all things Cinema with our Special Correspondent, Nathan Box out of Washington State. Here you will find Movie Reviews, Spotlights on certain movies, actors, directors, producers, writers and more. There will be some behind the scenes moments, commentary and even an interview or two on occasions. Today’s Episode: SummaryIn this episode of Bent Cinema, Nathan Box discusses the film 'Perfect Days' directed by Wim Wenders. The film explores the concept of perfection and how it changes over time. The main character, Hiriyama, leads a quiet and routine life, finding pride in his work as a public toilet cleaner. Conflict arises when a fellow employee lacks the same dedication. The film reveals the trauma that has led Hiriyama to choose a life of solitude. 'Perfect Days' is a meditative and self-reflective film that invites viewers to examine their own lives. Takeaways • The concept of perfection evolves over time and can become more simplified. • Routine and finding pride in one's work can bring a sense of fulfillment. • Foreign films with closed captioning offer a rich and diverse cinematic experience. • Music can play a significant role in enhancing the storytelling of a film. • The international film category continues to produce strong and competitive films. • Upcoming films, such as a documentary about Russian daredevils, offer exciting prospects for the future of cinema. Nathan Box is a long time cinephile with an extensive background in reviewing movies and entertainment. He runs the successful website, www.natetheworld.com where he features reviews, essay’s, art and more. You follow Nathan on social media at @natetheworld. He will be presenting segments on a semi-regular basis, depending on movie releases and when Nathan is available to record. You can email Nathan here at Left of Str8 Radio, to give movie recommendations, profiles of people you would like to see him discuss, and any of your burning cinema questions. His email is nathan@leftofstr8radio.com The Left of Str8 Radio Network is dedicated to providing quality content for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Ally’s. We are always looking to host and produce other quality content. You can contact us through the website at www.leftofstr8radio.com or email Scott directly at scott@leftofstr8.com Look for the network on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @leftofstr8; on twitter (X) @leftofstr8radio; and on facebook and youtube @leftofstr8show. You can follow and subscribe to our video podcasts on YouTube and Spotify, and follow and subscribe to our audio podcast on itunes, iheartradio, google podcasts, goodpods, amazon music, audible and more.