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Want the latest hottest takes on TV and film? We’ve got you covered with quick reviews, deep dives, and hot topic debates. From the phone screen, silver screen, and everything in between, join us every Monday where we’ll show you there’s no such thing as “too much” screen time.

David Welsh Jr, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres


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    April TV Releases

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 28:56


    April has proved to be a month filled with new content but what is worth your time? The team tackles 3 newly released shows and tells you what they think as they review Apple TV's "Roar", HBO MAX's "Tokyo Vice", and Amazon Prime's "Outer Range". Listen in for a SPOILER FREE review of all 3! Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends! Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for our latest content Send your comments, questions, and feedback to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com

    Are Audiences Right About Everything Everywhere All at Once?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 33:09


    Critics and audiences around the country are raving about A24's latest film, Everything Everywhere All at Once. From chapstick eating kung-fu to hotdog finger romance, this multi-verse odyssey will take you for a ride and leave you feeling...something! Tune in to hear if our team has bought into the hype. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends! Follow @tmscreantime on IG an Twitter for our latest content! Send your comments, questions, and feedback to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com

    Netflix Recommendations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 44:26


    Tired of scrolling through Netflix aimlessly? We've got you covered. Listen as the team dives into their favorite Netflix originals across all genres. From TV shows to movies, they provide spoiler-free recommendations. (And there are hidden gems in here because we know you've seen the popular stuff already!) Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends! Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates. Send us your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com

    The Dropout vs. The Real Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 34:16


    The team dives in to what they think, Hulu's new hit show, ‘The Dropout' is trying to say about Elizabeth Holmes VS what really happened. Did the show go too easy on her? Would we have told the story differently? Most importantly, how much cringe is too much with Amanda Seyfried? Tune in to find out! Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends! Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news and updates! Send your comments, questions, and feedback to us at  tmscreentime@gmail.com

    Oscars 2022 Controversy & Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 27:02


    With viewership at an all-time low, the Academy Awards are doing everything they can to make the show hip and engaging. But are the Academy Awards beyond saving? How do you fix a sinking ship? Tune in to hear our thoughts on the latest Oscars controversy and hear our predictions for the major awards. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends! Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates. Send us your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com

    'The Batman' vs. 'The Dark Knight' (Full Movie Review)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 47:10


    Is this the best live-action Batman yet? The team is divided. Tune in as they debate and dive deep into ‘The Batman' covering topics like: o The Batman's Easter eggs and comic influences o Matt Reeves' controversial decision for a brooding and awkward Bruce Wayne o How ‘The Batman' sets up potential sequels o Did the Bat and the Cat actually have chemistry? Check out our Insta Reels and follow @tmscreentime for bonus content of ‘The Batman!' Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends! Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates. Send us your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com

    Euphoria Finally Failed (Season 2 Review)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 42:55


    Euphoria season 2 wrapped up with controversy both on and off-screen. The team covers all of the behind-the-scenes drama, discusses their favorite moments of season 2, and dives into why the finale was ultimately a major fail. *SPOILERS* so get caught up before listening! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr., Shantae Watkins, Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates. Send us your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    2022 Most Anticipated Movies & TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 43:22


    Season 2 Episode 1 2022 is a year jam-packed with new entertainment everyone is excited about. That's why the team is starting this week off with their Top 5 Most Anticipated Film and TV. From new Netflix star-studded blockbusters to Jordan Peele's "Nope," the cast discusses why this year will be one to remember. Tune in to hear if your favorite picks are mentioned. Sadly, Anselm Beach will not be returning to Season 2, although we hope he will return for next season. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr., Shantae Watkins, Alex Torres. Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates. Send us your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 35: Our Favorite Films of 2021 and Wrapping up Season 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 58:31


    This week, in our final episode of the season, the Screentimers discuss their favorite (and perhaps not-so-favorite) films of 2021. This episode has everything you've come to love about the podcast: in-depth conversation, tons of recommendations, and of course...Anselm hating (on) Noah Jupe (he actually has tons of respect for you, and hopes to get to work with you one day). The episode also wraps up the first season of the podcast with some announcements about the upcoming season and ways that you the audience can help shape the direction of the podcast. So tune in, and keep helping us be great! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 34: Our Favorite Shows of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 37:47


    From WandaVision to Midnight Mass, the Screentimers dive into some of 2021's best TV shows (with a fun twist)! Rather than a typical ranking episode, each co-host answered 3 of the 5 following questions to have a conversation about shows that meant the most: What show are you most likely to recommend? What show are you most excited to revisit in the future? What TV moment gave you the strongest emotional response? What was your biggest TV surprise? What show or performance do you wish more people were talking about? Did your show make the list? What were some of your favorite TV shows this year? Let us know! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 33: Can Lady Gaga save House of Gucci?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 28:29


    This week the Screentimers talk about Ridley Scott's epic crime drama and...comedy (?) House of Gucci which stars Lady Gaga as Patrizia Gucci whose desire for wealth, power, and love drove her to take a hit out on her husband, Maurizio Gucci (played by Adam Driver). Talk about a bad romance, am I right? Critics have been...mixed in their reviews, so the hosts wade into the fray to share their thoughts the polarizing movie. The episode touches on: • The movie's tone • The quality of the performances • The casting of non-Italian actors to play Italian characters Hopefully we've given you a million reasons to tune in and let us know what you think of House of Gucci! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 32 HBO's Love Life, Season 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 30:34


    This week, the Screentimers review Season 2 of the HBO Series Love Life. The series follows a single millennial as they navigate various relationships (dating, marriage, friendship, and otherwise) while living in New York City. While Season 1 followed Darby, played by Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect), Season 2 follows a brand new character named Marcus, played by William Jackson Harper (The Good Place), a newly divorced book editor new to the dating scene. This season is hilarious, deep, and will give you all the feels! Topics discussed in this review include: Is Season 2 a romantic comedy or a drama with comedic elements? What does representation really mean and how does Season 2 nail it? How should film and TV incorporate the COVID-19 pandemic into their stories? And more! Plus, you do not need to watch Season 1 to appreciate Season 2, so jump on in and let us know what you think! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

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    Ep 31: Oh Oh Oh, It's Thanksgiving!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2021 38:34


    With Thanksgiving this week and there being so few "Thanksgiving" movies and TV shows, the Screentimers have forced a Thanksgiving-esque framework onto this week's episode about some of the films and TV shows they are most grateful for. This episode covers: Favorite on-screen family Favorite dinner scene in a film or TV show The movie-going experience we're most grateful for And so much more! So grab your plaid flannel button-down, your mulled cider, and your stretchy pants and tune into our Thanksgiving episode! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 30: Is Eternals Underrated or a Big Disappointment?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 34:48


    This week, the Screentimers review the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Eternals. The film, directed by Oscar winner Chloe Zhao (Nomadland, The Rider), has received many negative reviews from critics, but surprisingly, three of the four hosts enjoyed the film while one ultimately found it a huge disappointment. The one dissenter may surprise you, so listen in to find out where each host stands on the film. Highlights from the episode include: Celebrating the cast's diversity Searching for Zhao's distinct touch on this big studio production Pondering whether Barry Keoghan is a teenager or a middle-aged man Also, Noah Jupe, don't get comfortable. Just because Anselm hasn't mentioned you in a while doesn't mean he still ain't got beef. He's ready to settle it when you are; just let him know the time and the place. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 29: October Film/TV Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 24:06


    Need something new and exciting to watch? It's a new month which means it's time for the October Movie/TV roundup! Listen as the Screentimers dive into (mostly) Spoiler-FREE reviews of some of October's newest movies and TV shows that haven't been mentioned yet on the show. October means there's gonna be some horror too! The team begins with slashers like Halloween Kills (Exclusively on Peacock), the middle film of the new horror trilogy and Chucky, the new series on Syfy/USA. They discuss the important questions...like whether Chucky could take Michael Myers in a fight to the death. Wes Anderson's new film The French Dispatch (currently in theaters) is up next along with a prediction of whether Wes will finally win an Original Screenplay or Directing Oscar. Things get creepy when they end with season 3 of You, and debate whether Joe or Love is the Netflix hit's more terrifying character. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 28: Dune (2021) Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 39:30


    In this episode, the Screentimers enter the Dune-Iverse and review Dune (2021), director Denis Villeneuve's long-awaited and highly-anticipated adaptation of Frank Herbert's science fiction behemoth. It's a story so big, that it has to be told in two parts. Previous attempts to the adapt this novel have either failed or been panned. How does Villeneuve's version hold up? Highlights from the episode include: Villeneuve's accomplishments in directing such a massive project. A conversation about how the film's on-screen representation ties into its themes. Speculation (for folks who haven't read the books) about what's next in Dune, Part Two. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 27: Only Murders in the Building (Episodes 5-10)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 31:32


    The Screentimers are back to review (with SPOILERS) the rest of the whodunit/true crime parody series Only Murders in the Building and speculate on Season 2 after that MASSIVE CLIFFHANGER. (Check out Episode 23 for Part 1) Tune in to hear: Whose predictions were accurate? Who were our favorite characters? Our theories of how Only Murders in the Building connects to another acclaimed comedy series (hint: check out this episode's title) How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 26: No Time to Die and the Future of James Bond

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 41:20


    Anselm, Alex, and Dave provide a review of Daniel Craig's final outing as James Bond in No Time to Die *SPOILERS begin around 20:20* Questions that the team dives into: 1. How does NTtD fit into the legacy of Bond films' treatment of women? 2. Do we need still need James Bond or has Ethan Hunt (Mission Impossible) taken his place? 3. Where does the James Bond character go from here? Plus our favorite Bond films, songs, actors, and our best James Bond impressions! Let us know what you want the future of 007 to look like! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 25: Halloween Horror Movie Recommendations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 41:13


    Happy spooky season to all you horror fans out there! This week the Screentimers discuss their favorite horror films and villains. How many have you seen and which ones are too scary to watch? Episode highlights include: Sharing some of our favorite hauntings (on-screen and in real life) Arguing over whether David Fincher's Se7en is a horror movie. Questioning how to pronounce "Poughkeepsie" and much more! We'd love to hear your answers to these questions! Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter and share your thoughts. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 24: September TV Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 32:02


    September was filled with so much great content and there is a lot that you may have missed. Listen as the team dives into (spoiler-FREE) reviews of some of their favorite September TV shows that haven't been mentioned yet on the show. Reviews include: Netflix's BIGGEST shows of the year: Squid Game and Midnight Mass. The latest Spike Lee joint: NYC Epicenters 9/11→2021½ on HBO Max. Jessica Chastain's and Oscar Isaacs second turn as a married couple in Scenes from a Marriage on HBO Max. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Bonus Episode: The Emmys!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 30:27


    The 73rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards took place this past Sunday (9/19/21), and Dave and Anselm got together to discuss the ceremony. After providing the latest updates on the Anselm/Noah Jupe feud, the hosts share their favorite and least favorite moments of the show, address the #EmmysSoWhite controversy, and ponder whether or not we should be done with awards shows. Join the conversation and let us know what we got right (everything), what we got wrong (nothing), or share some of your favorite shows/performances from this awards season. *Note: Given our special release this week, we will not be releasing an episode next week. Our next episode, a round up of our favorite movies and TV shows from the month of September, drops on Monday, October 4. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

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    Ep 23: Only Murders in the Building (Episodes 1-4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 27:24


    Do you love murder mysteries? The "Screentimers" (trying something new, let us know what you think) review the first four episodes of the new whodunit Only Murders in the Building. The mystery-comedy series stars Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and co-creator Steve Martin as neighbors who share a love for true crime. when another neighbor dies in their apartment building, they launch an investigation and podcast to find out who killed him. Listen as the Screentimers put their detective skills to the test to speculate who the murderer is. They also share some of the best moments in the series so far, and discuss its satirical portrayal of podcasting. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 22: Candyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 31:52


    This week, Alex, Shantae, Dave, and Anselm discuss the most recent update to the infamous urban legend Candyman (2021). Written and directed by Nia DaCosta and co-written and produced by Jordan Peele, Candyman, like its 1992 predecessor, is the latest film to use the horror genre to explore the impact of racism on the Black experience in America. The team discusses everything from how Candyman delivers on the horror thrills, to how it depicts violence against Black people, and even whether Candyman is a super hero origin story. It's a deep, yet fun conversation that you don't want to miss, so check it out! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 21: August Movie Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 44:20


    If you're looking for something new to watch but not sure what's worth your time, don't worry. We got you! This week the team dives in to (spoiler-FREE) reviews of some films that came out in August. Shantae reviews Reminiscence starring Hugh Jackman and Rebecca Ferguson: a new sci-fi thriller written and directed by Lisa Joy and available on HBOMax. Alex jumps into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Black Widow. The new action-packed adventure stars Scarlett Johansson and Florence Pugh and is directed by Cate Shortland. Dave reviews The Night House, which is a new, nail-bitting horror available in theaters directed by David Bruckner and starring Rebecca Hall. Finally, Anselm finishes up with Leos Carax's Annette starring Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard in a strange rock opera musical available on Prime Video that will leave you scratching your heads. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 20: Free Guy and the Future of Original Content at the Theater

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 26:57


    Dave, Anselm, and Alex provide a SPOILER-FREE review of box-office hit Free Guy, starring Ryan Reynolds as an NPC (a non-player character for all you n00bs out there) in an open world video game. Episode Highlights: The film's must-see all-star cameos, the Free Guy 2 announcement, and what the future holds for original content given the box-office appeal for franchises and superheroes. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 19: The Suicide Squad

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 40:06


    The whole team is back for a SPOILER-FILLED review of James Gunn's The Suicide Squad. The team shares their reactions to the flim, talk about how it handles death and violence, and dive into which characters should get their own spin-off. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    EP 18: A24/7

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 39:43


    Shantae, Dave, and Alex provide SPOILER-FREE reviews of the 2021 A24 films. Dave reviews The Green Knight, and why it's one of the most divisive films since The Last Jedi. Alex dives into the documentary Val, based on the life and struggles of actor Val Kilmer. Listen to how the documentary addresses some of the famous controversies surrounding him. Shantae wraps up the episode with horror/thriller False Positive, and analyzes how well comedic writer/actor Ilana Glazer transitioned to horror. Reach out to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com and let us know some of your favorite performances so we can share them on future episodes! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG & Twitter for the latest news/updates. We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 17: Our Reactions to the Emmy Nominations

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 37:34


    This week, Alex, Anselm, Dave, and Shantae share their reactions to the recent Emmy nominations. Tune in for the latest installment of Anselm's one-sided feud with actor Noah Jupe. Oh, and of course the crew's favorite nominations, the ones that surprised them, which shows and actors got snubbed, and their Emmys predictions. Maybe your favorite show will get a mention! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 16: Our All-time Favorite Performances

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2021 54:29


    Responding to one of @tmscreentime's listeners, Dave, Alex, Anselm, and Shantae break down their favorite performances of all time in film and TV. Find out which actress Anselm, Alex, and Shantae all chose for their favorite (definitely lead) performance in a film, or whose Michael Caine impression is just...so-so. Reach out to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com and let us know some of your favorite performances so we can share them on future episodes! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 15: Black Mirror Season 3 Appreciation Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 45:46


    In this episode, originally recorded in Spring 2020, the Screentimers looks back at Season 3 of the dystopian anthology series Black Mirror's, which they argue is its best. Through topics like social media as capitalism, the new frontiers of blackmail, virtual reality, and more, David, Alex, Shantae, and Anselm dig into the ways that this series, while being set in the the near future, is much more a reflection of where we are now than where we are headed and how technology is steering us in that direction. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 14: Best of the Year (So Far)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 49:32


    We've made it to the halfway point of the year, and this week Dave, Anselm, and Shantae (Alex was off on vacation) share their favorite films, TV shows, and performances of the year so far, including some of their biggest surprises. Some highlights from the episode: Shantae shows off her knowledge of old video games, Dave desperately attempts pronouncing a Welsh name (despite his last name literally being Welsh), and Anselm makes a surprising suggestion for the star of Tyler Perry's next movie. That and more await you in this episode, so give it a listen! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 13: (Game) Prove Me Wrong 2: The Rematch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 23:28


    Alex, Dave, and Anselm go head-to-head once again in the ultimate rematch to prove who can prove who wrong the best. Shantae once again serves as Judge and Queen as over three rounds, she gives each player a movie within a particular genre to defend. Whoever can prove that their movie is best of the bunch, wins the round. Will Alex redeem himself from his last performance? Can Anselm be defeated? Is Love, Actually a good movie? Listen to the episode to find out! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 12: Our Most Controversial Hot Takes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 39:32


    Friendships are tested when the team gives their most controversial film/TV hot takes. From Star Wars to Stranger things, nothing is safe. Fuming after listening to this episode? No worries! Write to tmscreentime@gmail.com and let us know how wrong we are! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 11: Bo Burnham's Inside

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 40:55


    Dave, Anselm, Alex, and Shantae review Bo Burnham's Inside. The 2021 Netflix comedy special was written, directed and edited by Bo Burnham. Inside was filmed almost entirely in one room over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. The team discusses where Inside falls under Bo's recent work, and how labeling it a comedy special might impact the reception by its potential audience.  They also debate how effective, given Bo's privilege, the special was in capturing the stress and anxiety that many faced during the pandemic. Finally, with so many original songs written and performed by Bo throughout Inside, the team chooses some of their favorites!  How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG & Twitter for the latest news/updates. We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 10: The Father

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 46:43


    The Oscars' discussion concludes with the team reviewing best picture nominee The Father, which stars Anthony Hopkins as a man dealing with dementia. Recorded after the Oscars, the team recaps the Best Actor "shocker" and the ceremony's biggest production fail since the La La Land/Moonlight fiasco of 2017. The team also dives in the miracle of casting Anthony Hopkins, and the film's decision to immerse us in the moment-to-moment experience of dementia. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 9: Judas and the Black Messiah

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 49:33


    Dave, Anselm, Alex, and Shantae review best picture nominee Judas and the Black Messiah. The true story stars LaKeith Stanfield as Bill O'Neal, instructed by the FBI to infiltrate the Chicago chapter of the Black Panther Party and gather intel on Chairman Fred Hampton (Daniel Kaluuya) that would eventually lead to his assassination. The team covers a variety of topics including: The Academy's unusual decision to place both actors in the 'Supporting Role' category. Their vision for a Judas and the Black Messiah TV series. Judas and the Black Messiah's legacy as a film about race in America. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 8: Minari

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 62:24


    The Crew dives into A24's best picture nominee, Minari. Minari follows a Korean family pursuing the American dream on a farm in 1980's rural Arkansas. Join them as they discuss the responsibility the film carries, if any as they look into what an authentic experience a Korean family would face in the South. Was this an accurate portrayal or simply a beautiful story following a family through transition, regardless of ethnicity? Listen as they debate this and more! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh, Anselm Beech, Shantae Watkins, and Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 7: Promising Young Woman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 63:42


    The crew reviews best picture nominee, Promising Young Woman. The dark comedy thriller that stars Carey Mulligan as Cassie seeking revenge, following a horrific event. The team dives into the motivation for Cassie's crusade and what the film says about being a "good guy". This leads to the big question: Is Cassie Jesus? How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh, Anselm Beech, Shantae Watkins, and Alex Torres Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 6: Nomadland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 39:54


    Dave, Anselm, Shantae, and Alex review Hulu's best picture nominee, Nomadland, written and directed by Chloé Zhao. The film stars Frances McDormand as Fern, who after losing everything in the Great Recession, becomes a van-dwelling nomad. Topics the team discusses include Nomadland's depictions of "houseless" people, and the film's stance on the nomadic lifestyle being a freedom of choice vs. a matter of circumstance. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 5: Mank

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 42:21


    Dave, Anselm, Shantae, and Alex discuss Netflix's best picture nominee Mank. Mank tells the true story of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz, starring Gary Oldman, as he races to finish the screenplay for Citizen Kane. Is this film one of David Fincher's best? How did the crew make Mank look and sound like a film straight out of the 1930s? What does this film say about "fake news" today? The team discusses this and more! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 4: The Trial of the Chicago 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 45:27


    Dave, Anselm, Shantae, and Alex review Netflix's best picture nominee The Trial of the Chicago 7. From writer-director Aaron Sorkin, the legal drama is based on the infamous trial of 7 anti-Vietnam War protestors charged by the federal government with conspiracy and inciting riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. The team debates the resurgence of the courtroom thriller, breaks down Sorkin's political idealism, and discusses the film's handling of race. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 3: Sound of Metal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 44:41


    The Oscars are over, and many fantastic films were recognized this year. Dave, Anselm, Shantae, and Alex will be doing a special, 8-episode series with an in-depth review of each Best Picture Nominee. While Oscars season is over, it's never too late to dig into the Academy's choices for the year's best films! This episode kicks off the series with the Amazon original film Sound of Metal starring Riz Ahmed. From the performances to the technical achievements, the team covers it all. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 2: Prove Me Wrong

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 23:07


    I want to play a game. Over three rounds, Judge and Queen Shantae chooses an A-List actor, and Anselm, Alex, and Dave will compete with one another by pitching to Shantae their best performance. How will Shantae rule and who will be crowned the winner? Listen to find out! P.S. Alex may or may not be good at this game (spoiler alert: he is not...) How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Episode 0: Meet the Crew

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 27:13


    Before diving right into the content, get to know the team! Dave, Anselm, Shantae, and Alex will be talking about who they are, what they like, and their favorite films and series. How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

    Ep 1: 2021 Most Anticipated Movies & TV

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 65:54


    Not sure what's coming out this year? This team's got you! Dave, Anselm, Shantae, and Alex break down their top 5 most anticipated movies and shows of the year. From The Suicide Squad to the the return of Dexter, there is a lot to look forward to this year! How to stay in touch: Hosts: David Welsh Jr, Anselm Beach, Shantae Watkins, & Alex Torres (go Oxford commas!) Follow @tmscreentime on IG and Twitter for the latest news/updates We would love to hear from you! Send your comments, feedback, and questions to us at tmscreentime@gmail.com Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

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