The Stage 28 Theatre Podcast

July 2026- American War Films

This July we celebrate America's 250th Birthday with a full slate of war films. We tried to cover all the bases with a wide range of conflicts, decades, filmmakers, and tones represented. All are through the lens of Americans as we look back on both the good and bad of the USA's complex legacy. We always work and hope to provide both classic favorites and new discoveries. Lots of rare and noteworthy prints on display this month in beautiful 35mm. We hope to see you there beginning this Friday the 3rd with 1941's multiple Oscar winner Sergeant York! As always, this podcast serves as a companion to our real-life historic theatre located in Urbania, Ohio, where we focused on preserving the experience of physical film exhibition.    Timestamps:   11:36- Sergeant York 20:45- Independence Day 30:28- Small Soldiers 40:42- The Patriot 50:08- The Last of the Mohicans 1:01:17- The Big Red One 1:12:20- Catch-22 1:26:57- Glory 1:37:39- Men in War 1:47:03- Apocalypse Now 2:17:06- Physical media roundup

June 2026- The Clint Eastwood Essential Eight

In honor of Clint Eastwood's 96th Birthday, June is a celebration of one of Hollywood's oldest living icons., We came up with an "Essential 8" group of films to understand his career both in front of and behind the camera. Additionally, we will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The Outlaw Josey Wales, and offer a family-friendly screening of animated western standout Rango. We hope you will join us throughout the month in lovely Urbania, Ohio with beautiful 35mm prints of these essential classics. Located right next to the Arby's on John F. Kennedy Drive. As always, tune in for thoughtful and humorous analysis on how the films were selected, our relationship with them, key facts, and where they rank among his staggering career filmography. Looking forward to celebrating with the Ohio film community. See you there!   Additionally, Co-Host Andrew Ford has a published book offering critical essays on Clint's complete filmography available via the link below:   https://www.amazon.com/Clint-Eastwood-Reader-Andrew-Ford/dp/B09RGYC6Y4 [https://www.amazon.com/Clint-Eastwood-Reader-Andrew-Ford/dp/B09RGYC6Y4]   Timestamps:   Draft Starts @ 17:35 Play Misty For Me- 50:11 Million Dollar Baby- 59:11 Mystic River- 1:09:06 Tightrope- 1:20:42 The Outlaw Josey Wales- 1:28:26 The Bridges of Madison County- 1:33:05 Escape from Alcatraz- 1:41:34 The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly- 1:50:43 Unforgiven- 2:02:57

May 2026- The Great Outdoors

Celebrating “The Great Outdoors” this May at Stage 28! 11 films which feature characters engaging with Mother Nature in a meaningful way, often with sinister results. Come bask in the start of summertime and plan your next outdoor adventure while soaking in the cosmic rays of stunning 35mm film prints! We look forward to seeing you at the theater.   Timestamps of films discussed:   -Treasure of the Sierra Madre @ 11:44 -Picnic at Hanging Rock @ 26:06 -Deliverance @ 37:43 -Southern Comfort @ 53:47 -Bug @ 1:03:51 -Congo @ 1:15:56 -The Straight Story @ 1:25:43 -Heavyweights @ 1:38:00 -Moonrise Kingdom @ 1:48:07 -White Water Summer @ 1:57:15 -Leave No Trace @ 2:10:28 -The River Wild @ 2:17:50

April 2026- New York City Movies

Join us in April for a celebration of New York City in 35mm! We have programmed 15 classic films that capture the Big Apple with authenticity and personal touch, as well as two documentaries, and two films celebrating milestone annniversaries! Join us as we discuss each film and the role it’s played in our cinematic journey. Lots of great discussion in this one! See you at the theatre and stay tuned regarding a special guest Q+A!   -Taking of Pelham 123 @ 13:06 -After Hours @ 20:00 -Carlito’s Way @ 26:13 -61* @ 36:06 -The Pride of the Yankees @ 45:19 -Broadway Danny Rose @50:38 -The King of Comedy @ 57:21 -Dog Day Afternoon @ 1:04:10 -Ghostbusters @ 1:09:52 -Out for Justice @ 1:15:35 -Once Upon a Time in America @ 1:21:22 -Wall Street @ 1:32:41 -Eyes Wide Shut @ 1:40:43 -Bad News Bears @ 1:50:48 -Metropolitan @ 1:54:25 -The 25th Hour @ 2:04:07 -Good Time @ 2:10:15   2:25:28- Wrap up and near misses

"One from the Heart" 1982 Deep Dive

Join us as we discuss Francis Ford Coppola's 1982 musical drama One from the Heart. Why the film was overlooked, the history of Zoetrope Studios, the cast, production strategy, and it's place in the hierarchy of Coppola's filmography. We felt this film embodied the spirit of our March film program, so tune in for an insightful analysis of one of Coppola's most overlooked gems and how it came to exist.