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The Heavenly Mandate

The Heavenly Mandate

Written by: The Four Wise (Wo)Men
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 The Heavenly Mandate is a bold and hilarious film review podcast where four misfits tackle the most bizarre, obscure, and unforgettable movies from across the globe. From kung fu madness to Soviet space operas, Christian propaganda to 1980s Japanese cult cinema, this is the cinematic deep-dive you never knew you needed. Hosted by professors, weirdos, and cinephiles, each episode dissects films that have absolutely no business being discussed so seriously, but we do it anyway. Expect intelligent banter, sharp wit, and wildly off-the-wall conversations. New episodes drop regularly. Join the Mandate!Copyright The Four Wise (Wo)Men Art
Episodes
  • Open at the end of Christmas Day!

    Open at the end of Christmas Day!
    Dec 26 2025
    Beloved listeners, as the nights grow long and the house fills with familiar voices, remember: not every call is a blessing, not every carol is comforting, and some traditions refuse to stay buried. Lock the doors, listen closely, and keep the phone off the hook—this Christmas, the darkness is calling from inside the house.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Open on Christmas Morning!

    Open on Christmas Morning!
    Dec 25 2025
    Beloved listeners, as the year ends and the world grows quiet, remember: miracles arrive in harmony, hope comes in familiar faces, and sometimes salvation wears a uniform and knows the steps. Pour something warm, gather your chosen family, and keep an eye on the forecast—this Christmas looks very white.
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • "I find this film morally dubious" - Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)

    "I find this film morally dubious" - Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)
    Nov 3 2025
    Harken! The mountain's four wise men/women left the summit to discuss Tim Burton's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street! Released in 2007, the film stars Johnny Depp, Alan Rickman, Helena Bonham Carter, and many others. It was filmed in the United States/United Kingdom and was distributed by DreamWorks/Paramount! Enjoy your monthly trip to Shaolin.
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    1 hr and 34 mins
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