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Better Than Citizen Kane? - An Aud Brothers Podcast

Better Than Citizen Kane? - An Aud Brothers Podcast

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Often considered to be the "greatest film of all time", 1941's Citizen Kane is a benchmark of the cinematic art form. However, hosts Max Bennion and Parker Rawlins have chosen to put that claim to the test. By examining films both past and present, the pair hold each up and ask the ultimate question - "Better Than Citizen Kane?" Hosts: Max Bennion, Parker Rawlins Editor: Parker Rawlins Produced by The Aud BrothersThe Aud Brothers Art
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  • Suspiria (1977)
    Sep 16 2025

    This week Parker and Max kick of Spooky Season by turning the blue iris, only to find hell (and some immaculate maximalist decor) behind the door, as they take a look at Dario Argento's giallo classic - Suspiria (1977). Will Suzy manage to break the Kane curse? Or will Charles call on all the powers of his cinematic coven to defeat her? Let's find out!

    Often considered to be the "greatest film of all time", 1941's Citizen Kane is a benchmark of the cinematic art form. However, hosts Max Bennion and Parker Rawlins have chosen to put that claim to the test. By examining films both past and present, the pair hold each up and ask the ultimate question - "Better Than Citizen Kane?"

    Hosts: Max Bennion, Parker Rawlins

    Editor: Parker Rawlins

    Produced by The Aud Brothers

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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • 12 Angry Men (1957)
    Sep 2 2025

    This week Parker and Max receive jury summons on the hottest day of the year. So open the windows and get the old man out of the bathroom! It's time to discuss Sidney Lumet's debut feature, 1957's 12 Angry Men. Will the jury find Kane guilty of no longer being top of the heap? Or will Charlie prove that the game was rigged from the start? Let's find out!

    Often considered to be the "greatest film of all time", 1941's Citizen Kane is a benchmark of the cinematic art form. However, hosts Max Bennion and Parker Rawlins have chosen to put that claim to the test. By examining films both past and present, the pair hold each up and ask the ultimate question - "Better Than Citizen Kane?"

    Hosts: Max Bennion, Parker Rawlins

    Editor: Parker Rawlins

    Produced by The Aud Brothers

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Transformers One (2024)
    Aug 18 2025

    This week, Max and Parker welcome another guest - actor and artist, Theresa Fassler! Tasked with bringing a film they love to go head-to-head with the likes of Charles Foster Kane, Theresa decided on Josh Cooley's energon-infused action-adventure; 2024's Transformers One. Will Orion, D-16, Elita-1, and B-127 overthrown the tyrant Kane? Or will Charlie prove there's nothing more to them than meets the eye? Let's find out!

    Often considered to be the "greatest film of all time", 1941's Citizen Kane is a benchmark of the cinematic art form. However, hosts Max Bennion and Parker Rawlins have chosen to put that claim to the test. By examining films both past and present, the pair hold each up and ask the ultimate question - "Better Than Citizen Kane?"

    Hosts: Max Bennion, Parker Rawlins

    Guest: Theresa Fassler

    Editor: Parker Rawlins

    Produced by The Aud Brothers

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    1 hr and 32 mins
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