The Stage 28 Theatre Podcast

Join us this October 2026 as we kick off our first spooky season as a theatre with the help of fellow Ohio University TCOM alum Anthony Fabiano, host of the Revenge of the 90's movie podcast. We celebrate this inaugural month of screenings at Stage 28 with armchair analysis on twelve seasonally appropriate gems. We're also hosting a canned food drive for Urbania's less fortunate this month, in partnership with the B.B.V.B.S.C Foundation. Everyone who contributes will receive complimentary Halloween candy corn and discounted movie vouchers.* Nearly everything this month is on 35mm (with one notable DCP exception), and it's a killer mix of established favorites and burgeoning cult classics, with a very special 25th anniversary screening to kick things off. Listen as our lovable friends and co-owners break down how this month’s calender came together.    5:30- Donnie Darko 23:13- Poltergeist 37:09- Shaun of the Dead 46:41- The Descent  56:00- Casper  1:06:45- Freaks 1:14:20- The Island of Lost Souls 1:20:25- The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996) 1:32:20- Eyes Without a Face 1:40:45- Session 9 1:53:20- Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) 2:02:00- Prince of Darkness 2:13:30- Batman Forever 2:17:00- Physical Media Roundup   *Vouchers accepted for Eli Roth films only

September is a celebration of all things documentary at Stage 28! Kicking off this Friday September 4th, we've got ten wonderful, thought-provoking docs to tide you over until spooky season. As always, most of these films will be presented in 35mm film and tickets are just $12. Looking forward to sharing these eclectic and eccentric stories with the Urbania film community and beyond!   Timestamps:   Grizzly Man @5:00 The Rock-a-fire Explosion @ 18:30 Gates of Heaven @ 29:07 Harlan County, USA @ 40:30 Hearts of Darkness @ 54:45 American Movie @ 1:04:45 The Rescue @ 1:15:43 Resurrect Dead: The Mystery of the Toynbee Tiles @ 1:28:35 Burden of Dreams @ 1:41:20 Cinemania @ 1:54:30

This August, we’re taking a journey to an uber specific period of time, 2002-2010. This period following 9/11 captures our host and programmer’s high school and college years as budding film lovers. Not necessarily the best, biggest, or most beloved, but key moments in time that helped spawn a lifelong pursuit of cinematic discovery. Join us starting this Friday the 7th with the loosely Ohio-affiliated 2002 psychological horror film The Mothman Prophecies. The screening will include a live Q+A from Camera Operator Steve Drellich. As always, check out our companion podcast where we provide acute analysis of our month’s calendar in a fun and engaging listening format. All films will be presented in 35mm unless otherwise noted.   Timestamps:   7:33- The Mothman Prophecies 25:33- Matchstick Men 34:13- Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind  48:44- A History of Violence 58:50- The Prestige 1:09:00- Children of Men 1:22:10- Zodiac 1:36:47: WALL-E 1:46:00- In Bruges 1:54:42- My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done? 2:12:15- Black Swan 2:37:08- Home video roundup

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

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   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

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          

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

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.

We are proud to announce our latest 35mm film series! “March Musicals” will celebrate music in cinema- not just musicals, but docs, biopics, dramas, and concert films. Some special and rare prints will be showcased in their proper glory. And stay tuned for a surprise guest at one of the screenings! More info to follow. As always, we will provide a few laughs and an analysis of each film selected. See you at the theatre!

We’re excited to announce the schedule for our February series-honoring Black filmmakers and actors as part of Black History Month. Join us for a spotlight on some of our personal favorites and a few can’t miss classics throughout the month.And just a reminder that all films will be presented in 35mm unless otherwise noted! See you at Stage 28 in lovely Urbania, Ohio!   Draft begins at 10:12