"Rebel Ridge"

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Cooking show host Sunny Anderson was only nineteen when she was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. But as Sunny puts it, "it sure as heck didn't pick the weak one!" Alongside board certified gastroenterologist Dr. Aja McCutchen, our guests discuss how this disease specifically affects women and Sunny shares her experience of living loud and proud with UC. If you've been recently diagnosed, this candid and informative discussion is an excellent starting place as you begin to navigate a life with UC. Resources : ThisIsLivingWithUC.com Note : This podcast is provided for educational purposes only and is not meant to replace discussions with a healthcare provider. Please speak with your healthcare provider regarding any health questions. The opinions expressed in this podcast are the opinions of the individuals recorded and are not necessarily opinions endorsed by Pfizer. Guests in this podcast were compensated for their time. This podcast is only intended for residents of the United States. _______________ Women's Health is your destination for compelling, stand-out series that touch on all aspects of women's health. While each series may focus on a different topic, they're united in their commitment to candid conversations that destigmatize women's health issues and highlight real life people. Learn more about each series featured below: menopause: unmuted is honest, hopeful, life-affirming, and features real women talking candidly about their menopause, and its impact on relationships, friends, family, and work. Each episode shares deeply personal accounts of the different emotional and physical symptoms experienced. Our host, leading women’s health expert Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, provides an expert perspective, busting myths and offering evidence-based information. These podcasts are not designed to provide medical advice or promote or recommend any treatment option. This podcast feed is powered by Pfizer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

大约1年之前 47:38

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Director Jeremy Saulnier follows up his brutal downers of Green Room and Hold the Dark with a politically angry new action thriller. With a star-making turn from actor Aaron Pierre, Rebel Ridge rides into the pantheon of contemporary suspense in ways that might be surprising, especially if you're expecting more sanguine violence from Saulnier. We discuss all the ways Rebel Ridge subverts your typical action tropes to deliver something fresh.

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2 years之前51:51

51:51

Director Kevin Greutert returns to the franchise that birthed his feature-length career with Saw X, a precise and brutal affair that knows exactly what its audience wants. Tobin Bell returns as John Kramer and Shawnee Smith returns as Amanda Young in this punch-in-the-arm midquel, but is it enough to revitalize the series?…

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"The Creator" 45:06

2 years之前45:06

45:06

Star Wars: Rogue One director Gareth Edwards returns with his sprawling, sci-fi epic, The Creator. Breathing rarefied air as an original, non-IP, non-sequel, non-franchise movie, Edwards new vision finds itself sitting in an uphill, cinematic landscape. Does it deliver on its buzzed-about promise?

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"No One Will Save You" 41:09

2 years之前41:09

41:09

This week we are reviewing Hulu's buzzy alien abduction thriller, Bryan Duffield's No One Will Save You. With white-knuckle suspense and a stylish dialogue-free conceit, can the film sustain its bravura across 93 minutes? Tune in and find out what we thought.

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"A Haunting in Venice" 37:51

2 years之前37:51

37:51

Kenneth Branagh returns for a third installment of his Agatha Christie adaptations with A Haunting in Venice. Is the third time the charm for this lukewarm franchise of diminishing returns? Is Kenneth Branagh in his flop era, or is he finally cooking with gas? We investigate and review A Haunting in Venice.…

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Hollywood On Strike 45:09

2 years之前45:09

45:09

This week, in lieu of covering a movie or show, we are delivering a primer on the concurrent WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes in Hollywood. We talk about wage disparities, worsening working conditions, the inequities in residual payments from digital platform, and the blurring line between journalist and promoter.…

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2023 Summer Box Office Wager Results 38:08

2 years之前38:08

38:08

With Labor Day, thus concludes our first Summer Box Office Wager, and the results are nothing short of...disastrous. Listen to how poorly we did predicting the Barbenheimer phenomenon, a recap of this summer's releases, as well as what we're looking forward to for the rest of the year.

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"Talk to Me" 42:55

2 years之前42:55

42:55

This week on The Strange Harbors Podcast, we talk about the horror sensation of the year, Danny and Michael Phillipou's Talk to Me. When a group of friends get swept up in a viral trend of demonic possession, they become hooked on the new thrill — until one of them unleashes terrifying supernatural forces. Does Talk to Me live up to the hype? Tune in and find out.…

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"Barbie" with Ashley Zhang 58:17

2 years之前58:17

58:17

Part two of our Barbenheimer extravaganza finds us in a world of dolls, fashion, and existential crises. With special guest Ashley Zhang, the show reviews Greta Gerwig's much-anticipated Barbie. We talk everything from Gerwig's much-lauded filmography to the state of IP-driven cinema. Is Barbie the high watermark? Or is it another shallow cash grab?…

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"Oppenheimer" 1:00:46

2 years之前1:00:46

1:00:46

Theory vs. practice. Creation vs. destruction. Christopher Nolan’s paradoxically sprawling, intimate Oppenheimer is a deconstruction of the “great man” biopic. Navigating the vast gulf between science and empathy, Nolan’s latest delivers a harrowing drama about the moral cost of unleashing upon the world the most horrible weapon it has ever known. Is it Nolan's best? Find out if Jeff and Derek see eye to eye.…

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"Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One" 1:05:40

2 years之前1:05:40

1:05:40

Christopher McQuarrie returns to the Mission: Impossible franchise, along with the president of movies himself, Tom Cruise. The last movie star's crusade for analog supremacy finally becomes text as the IMF team battles a sinister AI. What death-defying stunts await in Dead Reckoning Part One? Tune in and find out as we barrel through the setpieces and the franchise itself.…

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"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" 45:08

2 years之前45:08

45:08

This week, Derek and Amir review the fifth movie in the Indiana Jones franchise, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. A departure from previous installments, James Mangold takes the reins from Steven Spielberg. This time, we follow along as Indiana Jones must work alongside his goddaughter, played by the talented Phoebe Waller-Bridge, as they race against a nefarious foe in search of a legendary artifact that could change the course of history.…

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"Past Lives" 39:27

2 years之前39:27

39:27

This week, Jeff and Derek review Celine Song's feature film debut, Past Lives. A quiet, restrained movie about roads not taken and choices we make, Past Lives follows Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends separated after Nora's family emigrates from South Korea. Decades later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront destiny, love and the choices that make a life.…

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"The Flash" 57:22

2 years之前57:22

57:22

The DC Extended Universe winds down with the long-gestating solo outing for its resident speedster: The Flash. Can the film overcome its controversial star and troubled production to deliver the definitive Barry Allen story? Will it crumble under the fan service of its relentless cameos, or will it score another win for multiverse storytelling? Tune in and find out our thoughts!…

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"Lake Mungo" 39:11

2 years之前39:11

39:11

We're taking a break from new releases this week to celebrate the 15th anniversary of one of Jeff's favorite horror movies, the 2008 cult sleeper: Lake Mungo. A profoundly sad exploration of grief, guilt, and the secrets we keep from the ones we love most, Lake Mungo is a gut punch disguised as a ghost story mockumentary.…

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"Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" 51:06

2 years之前51:06

51:06

The highly anticipated Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is finally here. With huge shoes to fill in a changing cinematic zeitgeist, does this Spider sequel live up to its acclaimed predecessor? We discuss the new film's groundbreaking artistry and keen deconstruction of wall crawler’s metafiction.…

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The 96th Oscars Recap 30:07

1 year之前30:07

30:07

We're a week late, but here's our coverage of the 96th annual Academy Awards in the year of Barbenheimer. As usual, we discuss snubs, surprises, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Who won? Who should've won? Once again, we give the rundown.

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"Dune: Part Two" 56:35

2 years之前56:35

56:35

The long-awaited Dune: Part Two is finally here. Does director Denis Villeneuve land all the wondrous, brutalist tableaus thrown in the air over three years ago with Part One? Does he successfully merge dense, sci-fi imagemaking with Frank Herbert’s heady and prescient themes? We review Dune: Part Two.…

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The Most Anticipated Films of 2024 40:13

2 years之前40:13

40:13

Starting a new tradition this year, this is our first annual "Most Anticipated Films" episode. We put forth our individual ballots for what we're most excited for, culminating in a list of 15 movies that are on our radars.

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"Mr. & Mrs. Smith" 1:04:25

2 years之前1:04:25

1:04:25

Our first television episode in a while and the first of 2024, we're reviewing the new Amazon Prime Video series from creators Donald Glover and Francesca Sloane: Mr. & Mrs. Smith. A reimagining of the 2005 hit movie (and a short-lived 1996 television show), the series follow John (Donald Glover) and Jane (Maya Erskine), two spies who agree to complete espionage missions under the cover of marriage. Is the new Mr. & Mrs. Smith another tepid remake, or does it forge a new - more interesting - path?…

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The Best Films of 2023 1:27:35

2 years之前1:27:35

1:27:35

2023: a tumultuous, but also exciting year for cinema that saw the bottoms fall out of once unstoppable franchises and the rise of new and old masters. Characterized by surprise blockbusters, stinging excavations of the human condition, and a few bold oddities, this year was a cornucopia of great film. This is always our favorite episode to do every year, so tune in to our hot and cold takes as we count down our favorite movies of the year.…

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"Poor Things" 36:32

2 years之前36:32

36:32

Our lead-up to The Best Films of 2023 episode continues as we cover Yorgos' Lanthimos' ribald, fisheye fantasy: Poor Things. Is it the Greek filmmaker's most accessible film? We talk Emma Stone, fearless performances, and the sweetly demented world constructed for this raunchy coming-of-age fable.

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"The Holdovers" 38:56

2 years之前38:56

38:56

The feel good film that took holiday moviegoers by storm, Alexander Payne's The Holdovers follows a cranky history teacher at a remote prep school that is forced to remain on campus over the holidays with a troubled student who has no place to go. We discuss the trifecta of affecting performances in Paul Giamatti, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, and first-time performer Dominic Sessa, as well as all the awards they're picking up.…

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"Ferrari" 57:40

2 years之前57:40

57:40

"Two objects cannot occupy the same point in space or the same moment in time.” Michael Mann’s Ferrari disguises the fissures of masculinity in the typical rhythms of biographical fare, but does it fit in with the famed director's late oeuvre of between-the-lines human feeling? We discuss the movie, Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz, and its shocking racing scenes.…

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"Silent Night" 37:33

2 years之前37:33

37:33

Action maestro John Woo is back with his first stateside movie in 20 years, Silent Night. A dialogue-free revenge flick soaked in blood, chrome, and improvised explosives, the film finds Joel Kinnaman on a one-man quest to take down those responsible for the death of his son. Is Woo back and better than ever? Or has he lost his touch. We discuss.…

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"Godzilla Minus One" 46:34

2 years之前46:34

46:34

This week, Derek, Amir, and Jeff sit down with the latest Toho monster flick to wash up on American shores, Godzilla Minus One. A Japanese film that has taken the U.S. box office by storm, Minus One combines disaster movie spectacle with a surprisingly strong human element. We review the movie and discuss its anti-war messaging, its shockingly low budget, and our favorite Godzilla films.…

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"May December" 47:19

2 years之前47:19

47:19

A thorny balancing act of different tones that drills straight into sordid psychodrama and the elusive nature of performance, Todd Haynes’ May December is high wire cinema at its finest. We review the film and dive deep into the trinity of powerhouses that is Julianne Moore, Natalie Portman, and Charles Melton.…

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"The Marvels" 53:30

2 years之前53:30

53:30

This week, Derek, Amir, and Jeff review Nia DaCosta's The Marvels, the 33rd entry in a flagging Marvel Cinematic Universe. With the three leads of Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris, and Iman Vellani, it's certainly aiming higher, further, and faster. But is it another Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3? Or is it another Quantumania? We discuss.…

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"The Killer" 47:27

2 years之前47:27

47:27

David Fincher returns with his take on the hitman yarn with The Killer. Starring Michael Fassbender as the titular assassin whose world is turned upside down after a botched job, Fincher's latest strips down the archetype to its nuts and bolts. Is it a minor entry in the perfectionist director's legendary oeuvre? Or are there hidden layers underneath its simple veneer? Tune in to our review of The Killer.…

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"Priscilla" 41:29

2 years之前41:29

41:29

Sofia Coppola aims her dreamlike sights at Elvis Presley with Priscilla, a not-quite biopic of its titular Queen of Rock and Roll. The perfect convergence of subject matter and a filmmaker’s particular wheelhouse, Coppola’s spotlight on the wife of Elvis Presley twists the director’s potent examinations of girlhood adolescence with the nightmare of being groomed by an American legend. A dark, potent B-side to last year's Elvis.…

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"Killers of the Flower Moon" 58:50

2 years之前58:50

58:50

This week, we take a look at Martin Scorsese's three-and-a-half-hour epic tragedy, Killers of the Flower Moon. A deliberate indictment of insidious American exceptionalism, the film explores an oft-overlooked atrocity from the country's ignoble past. Focusing on a real-life conspiracy of murder to rob the Indigenous Osage of Oklahoma of their wealth, Killers of the Flower Moon is another compelling chapter in Scorsese's late style. Does it stack up against his recent masterworks of Silence and The Irishman? Tune in to our review.…

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"Fast X" 50:13

2 years之前50:13

50:13

The Fast and the Furious franchise has never met a villain it couldn't reform, a dead fan favorite it couldn't resurrect. After blasting off into space in the last movie, does the series still have the sauce or has it jumped the shark? We review the latest adventure of Vin Diesel's ridiculous family, discuss its ham sandwich of a villain, and muse about all the surprising returns in the movie.…

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2023 Summer Box Office Wager 46:49

2 years之前46:49

46:49

The start of a new Strange Harbors Podcast tradition begins here with our first annual summer box office wager. Jeff, Derek, and Amir write in their ballots for what they think will be the top ten biggest movies this summer. Can the Disney juggernaut be toppled? Will Top Gun mania boost Mission: Impossible? Is the Transformers series cooked? Come listen to our lively discussion on the biggest movies of the year.…

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"Beau Is Afraid" 41:18

2 years之前41:18

41:18

This week, we dive into horror maestro Ari Asters latest film, the wildly divisive Beau Is Afraid. Coined by the filmmaker as a Jewish Lord of the Rings about a man visiting his mother, Beau Is Afraid is the ultimate subversion of the mommy issues monomyth. We talk dream logic, the film's surprising humor, and the hero's journey. Is Ari Aster three for three? Tune in and find out!…

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"Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" 55:33

2 years之前55:33

55:33

What's the best MCU trilogy? Where does Guardians of the Galaxy land? We're reviewing Vol. 3 this week, and It’s one last hurrah as the Guardians race against the clock to save a grievously injured teammate, touring through James Gunn’s warped imagination in a surprisingly personal goodbye.

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"Evil Dead Rise" 41:03

2 years之前41:03

41:03

This week, we're talking guts, gore, and Deadite fun with Lee Cronin's Evil Dead Rise. The latest installment of the Evil Dead franchise that originated with Sam Raimi's highly-regarded trilogy from 1981 to 1992, this new film transplants the cabin in the woods terror to a condemned LA high-rise. We run through our rankings of the series and the nasty surprises the new film has in store. Come get some.…

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"How to Blow Up a Pipeline" 38:53

2 years之前38:53

38:53

This week, we discuss the indie drama-slash-thriller How to Blow Up a Pipeline. The surprise hit out of last year's Toronto Film Festival, Daniel Goldhaber's gutsy call to action about sabotage in the face of impending climate disaster finds a gripping, procedural heist within its incendiary message. But before we dive into the film we answer some listener mail, as we parse through our feelings about Netflix's Beef in the wake of the David Choe scandal.…

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"Beef" 38:48

2 years之前38:48

38:48

Road rage comes to Netflix in Lee Sung Jin's dark comedy, Beef. Starring Steven Yeun, Ali Wong, Young Mazino, Joseph Lee, and David Choe, the ten-episode series revolves around a down-on-his-luck contractor and a wealthy entrepreneur whose traffic run-in escalates into dangerous obsession. We talk about the series' mostly Asian cast, the pitfalls of representation, and the harmful Netflix binge model.…

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"Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" 40:22

2 years之前40:22

40:22

Is Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves the first surprise hit of 2023? We sit down and discuss this breezy fantasy comedy, breaking down its surprising craft, uproarious gags, and who is the best Hollywood Chris.

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"John Wick: Chapter 4" 55:54

2 years之前55:54

55:54

2023's first action movie extravaganza is here in John Wick: Chapter 4. The eagerly anticipated end (or is it?) of the John Wick saga pulls out all the stops, and we discuss this exhilarating, metal-as-hell ballet of bullets that blows the doors off action filmmaking.

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The 95th Oscars Recap 46:27

2 years之前46:27

46:27

Almost two weeks later, we discuss the 95th Academy Awards — winners, losers, triumphs, and gaffes. Letting the awards marinate, we cover Everything Everywhere All at Once's historic evening, as well as some of the surprises the ceremony had in store for us. Who won? Who should've won? We give the rundown.…

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"The Last of Us" Season Finale 56:06

3 years之前56:06

56:06

This week, we wrap up our coverage of the first season of HBO's "The Last of Us." We run down its explosive final set piece, its cannibal-fueled lead-up, and recap all the things we loved - and didn't love - about this inaugural season.

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"Creed III" 50:57

3 years之前50:57

50:57

Michael B. Jordan makes his directorial debut with the highly-anticipated "Creed III," the ninth installment of the "Rocky" franchise. With a whole new style without mainstay Sylvester Stallone, can Jordan pull off his anime-inspired, boxing vision? We review the film and take a look back at the long-running franchise.…

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"The Last of Us" Goes to the Mall 47:52

3 years之前47:52

47:52

Our journey through "The Last of Us" continues with our penultimate recap of the season, covering episodes 6 and 7, titled "Kin" and "Left Behind." A brief detour in Jackson, Wyoming leads to another devastating flashback, this time focusing on Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and her tragic past. We discuss the trajectory of the series right before the finale while Derek breaks down the expectations and reality of the series as it relates to the games.…

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"Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" 48:25

3 years之前48:25

48:25

The Marvel Cinematic Universe kicks off Phase Five with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Jettisoning the fleet caper energy of the first two films, the latest Scott Lang adventure finds the titular shrinking hero at odds with a new multiverse-threatening big bad: Jonathan Majors' Kang the Conquerer. Is this new chapter for Marvel a fresh start? Or a dire miscalculation? Tune in and find out our thoughts.…

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A Kansas City Pitstop on "The Last of Us" 41:00

3 years之前41:00

41:00

After a critically acclaimed third episode of its first season, can HBO's The Last of Us keep its winning streak alive? We sit down and discuss episodes 4 and 5, titled "Please Hold to My Hand" and "Endure and Survive," respectively, diving deep into its brand new mini-arc with guest actress Melanie Lynskey as well as Joel and Ellie's budding camaraderie. Also, one of the game's most heartbreaking threads makes an appearance.…

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"Knock at the Cabin" 46:24

3 years之前46:24

46:24

Director M. Night Shyamalan returns with his single-location home invasion thriller, Knock at the Cabin. Based on Paul Tremblay's novel Cabin at the End of the World, the film stars Jonathan Groff, Ben Aldridge, Kristen Cui, Dave Bautista, and Rupert Grint. Does Shymalan's filmmaking chops stack up to the gut punch of its source material's shocking ending? Tune in and find out if we can come to a consensus on Knock at the Cabin.…

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Catching Up With "The Last of Us" 59:26

3 years之前59:26

59:26

Our biweekly coverage of HBO's "The Last of Us" continues, as we discuss episodes 2 and 3 of the first season of the hit show. We review the rollicking, streamlined shocker of "Infected," and the very much talked about "Long Long Time," which features the biggest deviation from the game so far.

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"Skinamarink" 45:52

3 years之前45:52

45:52

Keeping up our annual tradition of talking about Oscar nominations and then a horror movie, this year we are diving head first into Kyle Edward Ball's viral sensation, Skinamarink. We discuss the snubs, surprises, and predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards, and then segue into an our very different opinions about the hottest indie movie of the season. We've never been more divided!…

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"The Last of Us" 58:34

3 years之前58:34

58:34

Two newbies and a veteran sit down and discuss the pilot of the highly anticipated HBO series: The Last of Us. Based upon the hit video game of the same name, the new series by Chernobyl's Craig Mazin and Naughty Dog's own Neil Druckmann finds Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey in the roles of Joel and Ellie. We talk about our different perspectives of the series, our expectations, and our thoughts on video game adaptations as a whole. Is this a new high-watermark for video game adaptations? Tune in and find out!…

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The Best Films of 2022 1:21:01

3 years之前1:21:01

1:21:01

It's that time again: the biggest, longest episode of the year in which Jeff, Derek, and Amir run down their top 10 films of the past 365 days. After two-plus years floundering in the pandemic, it seems that the film industry is finally regaining its legs. This year, Top Gun: Maverick and Avatar: The Way of Water blasted off, the Daniels’ multiverse-hopping stunner Everything Everywhere All at Once was the sleeper hit of the year, and old masters in their late eras such as Steven Spielberg and David Cronenberg returned in top form. It might have been harder than ever to whittle down a top ten in 2022, but it was an absolute delight to journey through the year’s cinema. Join us as we discuss our individual ballots and compare our overlaps and unique picks!…

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"Avatar: The Way of Water" 1:10:41

3 years之前1:10:41

1:10:41

Return to the world of Pandora with our episode on the last huge blockbuster of the year, Avatar: The Way of Water. A dazzling gallery frame around cinematic technology in the hands of one James Cameron, its wild spectacle, unbelievable detail, and technical wizardry will blast the eyeballs out of your sockets, but its honest and sincere undercurrents just might be its secret weapon. In the last episode of 2022, we discuss Cameron's filmography, his commitment to technology, and the impact of the Avatar franchise.…

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"Bones and All" 28:08

3 years之前28:08

28:08

This week, we're talking about director Luca Guadagnino's latest, the sweetly sick cannibal romance: Bones and All. Starring Taylor Russell, Timotheé Chalamet, and Mark Rylance, the film follows two star-crossed lovers as they embark upon a roadtrip through Middle America while grappling with their forbidden cravings of human flesh. What did we think of the movie? Tune in and find out!…

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"The Fabelmans" 48:30

3 years之前48:30

48:30

This week we discuss director Steven Spielberg's most personal film yet, his autofiction as self-therapy: The Fabelmans. We examine our differing opinions on the film, its all-star cast, and we have a heated debate over a pointless Twitter prompt that leaves some of our jaws on the floor. Tune in!

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"Tár" 50:09

3 years之前50:09

50:09

This week we're diving into Todd Field's first film in over 16 years: the searing, thorny Tár. We talk about the film's timely themes, its surprising humor, and the towering performances by Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss. A portrait of a woman undone by the ego of her own genius, Tár is one of the year's most talked about films.…

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"Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" 52:39

3 years之前52:39

52:39

The sequel to Ryan Coogler's game-changing, culture-shifting Black Panther is finally here. Reconfiguring an already-written screenplay as a moving tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman, Wakanda Forever already gets points for degree of difficulty alone. It’s sprawling, shaggy, and overstuffed, but leave it to Ryan Coogler to pull off the miraculous feat of deftly threading real-life tragedy with cultural acuity and an affecting superhero story on grief, loss, and the cycle of violence. Listen to our thoughts!…

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"The Banshees of Inisherin" 49:44

3 years之前49:44

49:44

Men and their decimated kinships unraveled upon the screen, richly textured and frequently uproarious, Martin McDonagh's The Banshees of Inisherin explores evaporating bonds, crushing loneliness, and enmity in grotesque escalation. We discuss the playwright's latest and his intimate account of a detonating friendship, starring Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, and Kerry Condon. This is The Banshees of Inisherin.…

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"Decision to Leave" 38:16

3 years之前38:16

38:16

“The closer you look, the harder you fall.” Park Chan-wook cross-pollinates a police procedural with a femme fatale romance in his latest film. Swirling around two lost souls navigating a web of murder, deceit, and desire to desperately cling to their perverse affair, Decision to Leave is a sensual puzzle box. We discuss the illustrious director's filmography, the painterly craft behind the movie, and the inscrutable Tang Wei.…

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Wrapping up "House of the Dragon" 48:18

3 years之前48:18

48:18

This week, we're wrapping up our discussion of the first season of House of the Dragon and its final three episodes. Derek is on vacation for one more week, so Jeff and Amir sit down and discuss the home stretch of the inaugural season of this much-hyped Game of Thrones spinoff. Does it stick the landing? Tune in and find out.…

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"Black Adam" 44:43

3 years之前44:43

44:43

Is the hierarchy of power in the DC Universe really about to change? We review the DCEU's latest, Jaume Collett-Serra's Black Adam, a superhero film almost 20 years in the making. How is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the Shazam-powered antihero? We discuss that, the Justice Society of America, the big cameo, and more.…

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"Interview with the Vampire" 41:53

3 years之前41:53