About this episode
The episode discusses and compares the films 'City Island' and 'Red Hook Summer'.
City Island (2009) vs Red Hook Summer (2012) Category: New York Movies It's a battle of the Burroughs as two films go head to head and get a chance to join the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. First we chat it up about the little known family Dramedy "City Island". Then it's on to late career Spike Lee with " Red Hook Summer". We have some interesting commentary on both films. This episode is full of bits and laughs. So don't be a clam digger!!! Tune In! Remember to rate review and subscribe! Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instgarm and Tik Tok @modernclassicspodcast Watch Along; City Island (Tubi) Red Hook Summer (Tubi) Follow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMann
People in this episode
Hosts: Mike Evans, Kendell Sweeney-Thomas
Topics covered
- New York Movies
- Film Analysis
- Comedy
- Spike Lee
- 21st Century Cinema
Keywords
- City Island
- Red Hook Summer
- Spike Lee
- New York Movies
- 21st Century Films
- Film Commentary
- Comedy Podcast
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Tubi, Modern Classics Podcast
Books & works: City Island, Red Hook Summer
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