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The Third Window Films Podcast

The Third Window Films Podcast

Ben Challoner & Adam Torel

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A celebration of all things Third Window Films from the perspective of the fan (Ben) and the man (Adam Torel). The Third Window Films brand was born in 2005 when its film-loving founders grew bored of the stream of worn-out shock horror vehicles from the Far East. Third Window Films works hard to bring you the wonderful world beyond long-haired ghost films and mindless Hollywood action copies, sourcing the finest works in new Far Eastern cinema. We strive to represent a rich variety of film genres, be they dramas, comedies, political satires, action or anything else in between. Expect everything from the unknown and cult to the off-beat and even the occasional mainstream masterpiece... or expect nothing but quality Asian cinema! Let Third Window Films be your window to the East!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Third Window Films Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Third Window Films Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Third Window Films Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 23 - Mad Cats

Episode 23 - Mad Cats

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01/29/24 • 58 min

The Third Window Films Podcast is back after an unexpected hiatus, but we are starting off 2024 with a bang!

This episode Adam and Ben kick things off by sharing their favourite East Asian films from last year. They also do a deep dive on the wildly entertaining and utterly bonkers action comedy, 'MAD CATS', which is making its Blu-ray debut this month! And the cherry on top? Ben had the incredible opportunity to talk with the director Reiki Tsuno himself! Reiki shares his experiences and challenges during the production, providing fascinating insights into the making of this unconventional cinematic gem.

Mad Cats is available to own now from Terracotta Distribution here

The links to the videos Adam mentions of Ruice Mori and her mother recreating classic Bruce Lee scenes are below:

https://x.com/run_kiti/status/1651925225880305672

https://x.com/run_kiti/status/1631988755052769283

https://x.com/run_kiti/status/1667143107975217153

If you are a fan of the podcast then please take a couple of minutes to rate or review us wherever you listen, and follow Adam and Ben to keep up with all the latest news and reviews from Third Window Films.

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 6 - Funky Forest / The Warped Forest

Episode 6 - Funky Forest / The Warped Forest

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03/18/22 • 80 min

This month Adam and Ben discuss the wonderfully wacky world created by Katsuhito Ishii, Hajimi Ishimine and Shunichiro Miki in FUNKY FOREST before taking a wrong turn into the perverted in Shunichiro Miki's spritual successor THE WARPED FOREST.

Both of these films are available now on a Special Edition double disc Blu-Ray through Terracotta Distribution via this link - https://shop.terracottadistribution.com/products/funky-forest-warped-forest-special-edition-bluray

The guys also discuss Adam's previous release THE TASTE OF TEA, also from Katsuhito Ishii, and how this underseen masterpiece needs a far wider audience now.

Pick up THE TASTE OF TEA via this link - https://shop.terracottadistribution.com/products/a-taste-of-tea-blu-ray

Adam is on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thirdwindow

Ben is on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BenjyBox

If you like what we do then please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you can.

Thanks for listening x

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 5 - Sogo Ishii with Tom Mes

Episode 5 - Sogo Ishii with Tom Mes

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02/17/22 • 93 min

On this episode Adam and Ben are joined once again by the mighty Tom Mes, this time to talk about the films of one of the greats of Japanese cinema, Sogo Ishii.

Sogo Ishii changed the game with his 1980 film CRAZY THUNDER ROAD. Its success opened the door for young independent filmmakers in Japan and it paved the way for the Cyberpunk genre and inspired classics like Akira and Tetsuo: The Iron Man to name but two.

Ben goes through his Ishii season where he watched everything from August in the Water and Angel Dust to his latest films like Bitter Honey and Punk Samurai Slash Down.

Adam releases CRAZY THUNDER ROAD on February 21st and it is available to pre-order right now at Terracotta Distribution here https://shop.terracottadistribution.com/collections/february-new-releases/products/crazy-thunder-road-bluray

Adam is on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thirdwindow

Ben is on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BenjyBox

If you like what we do then please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you can. It's the best gift a podcast could ask for. Thanks for listening and get in touch any time to tell us what you think of the show.

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 4 - Shinya Tsukamoto with Tom Mes

Episode 4 - Shinya Tsukamoto with Tom Mes

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01/14/22 • 79 min

On this episode Adam and Ben are joined by author, critic and film historian Tom Mes for a talk all about the work and career of cinematic legend Shinya Tsukamoto. Tom literally wrote the book on the man!

Tsukamoto is a Japanese filmmaker but not only is he a director but also producer, screenwriter, editor, cinematographer, art director, production designer and even an actor. We cover everything from his beginnings in amateur theatre, to his early short films, to his breakout smash hit Tetsuo: The Iron Man and beyond.

We also discuss Tom's relationship with Tsukamoto and Third Window, and how he prepares for his audio commentaries on each release, including Third Window's latest release of Hiruko the Goblin on January 24th.

If you like what we do then please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you can. It's the best gift a podcast could ask for. Thanks for listening and we can't wait for you to see what we have in store for you all this year!

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 3 - Top 10 films of 2021

Episode 3 - Top 10 films of 2021

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12/30/21 • 110 min

Welcome to Episode 3 of The Third Window Films Podcast. This show is a celebration of all things Third Window Films from the perspective of the fan (Ben) and the man (Adam).

On this episode Adam and Ben take a look back at all the releases Third Window Films put out over the year and then share each other's Top 10 lists.

Please help spread the word by subscribing, sharing this episode, rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts, and generally just being awesome listeners!

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 2 - Beyond The Infinite Two Minutes

Episode 2 - Beyond The Infinite Two Minutes

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11/23/21 • 95 min

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Third Window Films Podcast. This show is a celebration of all things Third Window Films from the perspective of the fan (Ben) and the man (Adam).

On this episode Adam and Ben celebrate the release of Junta Yamaguchi's mind-blowing feature debut BEYOND THE INFINITE TWO MINUTES by discussing all the micro budget hits that Third Window Films have distributed over the years.

The films discussed are:

Shinichiro Ueda's ONE CUT OF THE DEAD

Seiji Tanaka's MELANCHOLIC

Hitoshi One's BE MY BABY aka VORTEX OF LOVE

Kei Morikawa's THE MAKE-UP ROOM

Eiji Uchida's LOWLIFE LOVE

and so much more!

Please help spread the word by subscribing, sharing this episode, rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts, and generally just being awesome listeners!

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 1 - Toshiaki Toyoda

Episode 1 - Toshiaki Toyoda

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10/17/21 • 103 min

The very first episode of The Third Window Films Podcast! On this show Ben and Adam introduce themselves to the world and then lovingly go through the career and filmography of one of Japan's most interesting cult filmmakers, Toshiaki Toyoda.

The films discussed this month include:

Pornostar

Unchain

Blue Spring

9 Souls

Hanging Garden

Monsters Club

I'm Flash!

Wolf's Calling

The Day of Destruction

Go Seppuku Yourselves

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 7 - Onoda: 10,000 Nights in the Jungle
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04/11/22 • 87 min

This epsiode Adam and Ben are joined by Arthur Harari to talk about his brand new film "Onoda: 10,000 Nights in the Jungle".

After the film opened the Un Certain Regard section of the 2021 Cannes Film Festival and went on to win multiple awards across the festival circuit it will be released in cinemas in the United Kingdom and Ireland by Third Window Films on 15 April 2022.

Arthur talks about how this Japanese story ended up being told by a foreigner, the unique funding for the film, and the joy of the production on location.

We hope you enjoy this longform and very candid interview, and if you like what we do then please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you can. We will be back with another episode very soon to discuss Adam's next release Zokki!

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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 8 - Zokki

Episode 8 - Zokki

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04/22/22 • 56 min

This episode Adam and Ben share their experiences with the latest idiosyncratic release from Third Window Films "Zokki".

Three of Japan's most talented and prolific actor-directors have joined forces to adapt Hiroyuki Ohashi's cult manga series about characters in "an obscure corner" of the world. The film's five loosely connected storylines concern the secrets and lies, fears and tears, and puerile potty jokes that punctuate their daily (and in one eerie case, nightly) encounters. Adam also explains the difference between bringing a brand new film like this to the western audience was why he got started in film distribution in the first place, and how releasing legacy films just became part of the game thanks to an ever-changing market. They also discuss how #metoo has finally arrived in Japan thanks to a Japanese-American actor who began to talk about what he saw during one of these director workshops. Zokki is out on April 25th and available to buy now at an introductory offer price from Terracotta Distribution via this link - https://shop.terracottadistribution.com/products/zokki-bluray If you like our show then please tell you friends, share our posts and rate or review us wherever you can. Every little helps. Also, if you have any questions for Adam or Ben then get in touch via twitter @thirdwindow and @BenjyBox and they will read out your questions on the next episode.
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The Third Window Films Podcast - Episode 21 - Kiyoshi Kurosawa's The Guard From Underground
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09/26/23 • 45 min

This month Adam and Ben take another deep dive into the world of Japanese cinema as they unpack Kiyoshi Kurosawa's "The Guard From Underground". From Kurosawa's early days at Rikkyo University to his initial foray into directing within the pink film scene, the boys unravel the enigmatic journey of this acclaimed filmmaker.

The episode also sheds light on Third Window Films' journey to secure the distribution rights for "The Guard From Underground" in the UK.

Discover the role Susumu Miyasaka and the Director's Company played in shaping the careers of budding filmmakers like Kurosawa, Gakuryū Ishii, and Shinji Sōmai. Learn about the unique environment this guild created by merging talents from the pink film industry with independent cinema.

Adam and Ben delve into the standout sequences and memorable shots that make "The Guard From Underground" a pivotal piece in Kurosawa's filmography. They also discuss the behind-the-scenes story of Kurosawa's second feature, initially envisioned as "College Girl: Shameful Seminar", and its transformation into "Bumpkin Soup" (also known as "The Excitement of the Do-Re-Mi-Fa Girl").

Whether you're a seasoned Kurosawa fan or new to his works, this episode is a great companion piece to the brand new Blu-ray release available through Terracotta Distribution here - https://shop.terracottadistribution.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-guard-from-underground

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As always, thanks for listening x

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Third Window Films Podcast have?

The Third Window Films Podcast currently has 24 episodes available.

What topics does The Third Window Films Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Film History, Podcasts, Tv & Film and Film Reviews.

What is the most popular episode on The Third Window Films Podcast?

The episode title 'Episode 5 - Sogo Ishii with Tom Mes' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Third Window Films Podcast?

The average episode length on The Third Window Films Podcast is 77 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Third Window Films Podcast released?

Episodes of The Third Window Films Podcast are typically released every 33 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of The Third Window Films Podcast?

The first episode of The Third Window Films Podcast was released on Oct 17, 2021.

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