Under the Radar: Film Edition

Matt and Tom discuss the martial arts film Shadow. Listen in as they talk about the incredible fight choreography, the stunning black and white visuals, and what the story is trying to say. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the French drama film Far From Men. Listen in as they talk about its themes, the history behind the story, and what they love about the movie's finale. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the sci-fi comedy horror film Attack the Block. Listen in as they talk about John Boyega in his breakout role as well as the film's style and impressive storytelling. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the sports drama film Warrior. Listen in as they talk about the compelling story, the amazing fight scenes, and what makes this movie stand out from other sports films. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Tom is joined by Joshua Gillespie (creator of the Muppet History fan page) to talk about the epic fantasy show The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Listen in as they discuss the incredible visuals, puppeteering, and their love for the world of Dark Crystal. You can find Joshua on Instagram @muppethistory and on Twitter @HistoryMuppet. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the anime tv show Kino's Journey. Listen in as they talk about its themes, favorite moments, and why it's a great show to rewatch.   Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the epic science fiction film Cloud Atlas. Listen in as they talk about the incredible performances, their love for the Wachowski's, and break down how they each interpret the film.   Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the science fiction psychological thriller Donnie Darko: The Director's Cut. Listen in as they talk about films themes, its exploration of high school, and what makes the director's cut better than the original.   Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the sci-fi western Cowboys & Aliens: Extended Edition. Listen in as they talk about the unique genre mashup and the insane talent behind making this film.   Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the World War 1 documentary They Shall Not Grow Old. Listen in as they talk about the impressive restoration, what makes this film so powerful, and Matt's obsession with World War 1 stories. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the non-narrative documentary Samsara. Listen in as they talk about the impressive visuals, their experiences watching it, and what makes it feel more like mediation than a film. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom are joined by special guest writer/director Peter Chelsom to talk about his comedy-drama film Funny Bones. Listen in as Peter explains the films themes, his directing style, and why Funny Bones is his most personal film. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the action comedy film The Gentlemen. Listen in as they talk about the films unique style, the incredible performances, and what the film represents in Guy Ritchie's filmography. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the action adventure film Okja. Listen in as they talk about the cast, the story's real world message, and how come people don't watch more Bong Joon-Ho (or foreign) films. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the black comedy-drama Inside Llewyn Davis. Listen in as they talk about the films cast, soundtrack, and personal themes at the center of the story. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom kick off Season 2 with Christina Zupicich to discuss Disney's live action musical Newsies. Listen in as they talk about its musical numbers, crazy behind the scenes stories, and how it compares to the Broadway show. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter and Instagram @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

The first season of Under the Radar ends with an epic Christmas showdown! Matt and Tom bring on Gabe Moore and Olivia Baldassari as they discuss four iconic holiday films and rate them on a scale from 0-10 on how Christimasy they are! So listen in as they argue what is and what isn't a Christmas movie! Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom have Mary Pelchat on to discuss the mind bending anime film Paprika. Listen in as they talk about the crazy animation, the dangers of escapism, and why this is a movie that needs to be rewatched. You can find Mary on Instagram @sleepwaits. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the animated fantasy adventure Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole. Listen in as they talk about the films themes, its unique animation style, and the impressive art of voice acting. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the British comedy-drama Hector and the Search for Happiness. Listen in as they talk about its humor, the surprising cast, and why the film is so relatable. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom have Mary Flynn on to discuss the cult classic musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Listen in as they discuss their experiences watching the film, Tim Curry's iconic performance, and how it compares to the remake. You can find Mary on Twitter @Periodstalk and on Instagram @mary.flynn.97! Also be sure sure to check out her podcast, Tampon Talk with Mary! Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom talk about the FX period thriller show Taboo. Listen in as they discuss the incredible cast, the shows "gross" attention to detail, and what they hope for the series future. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom have Lana Young on to discuss the FX superhero show Legion. Listen in as they discuss the shows amazing cinematic appeal and the importance of R-rated superhero content. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom talk about the animated superhero film Wonder Woman from 2009. Listen in as they discuss the films fantasy elements, the impact of superheroes, and how it compares to the live action adaptation. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the animated musical fantasy The Sword in the Stone. Listen in at they talk about Disney's take on the classic tale of King Arthur and what makes this film so different from other adaptions. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom have Gabe Moore back on to talk about the filmography of Phil Lord and Chris Miller. Listen in as they discuss their styles, themes, and behind the scenes stories that lead to their success. You can find Gabe on Twitter/Instagram @openly_gabe! Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!

Matt and Tom have Gabe Moore on to discuss the indie comedy Brigsby Bear. Listen in as they discuss its themes on creativity, horror nostalgia, and the under appreciated job of supporting actors. You can find Gabe on Twitter/Instagram @openly_gabe! Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss the family comedy, Casper. Listen in as they talk about the groundbreaking visual effects, its themes on death, and that one scene Tom obsesses over. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss Martin McDonagh's directorial debut, In Bruges. Listen in as they talk about regret, redemption, and other existential themes from the film. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom have Sara Litke on to discuss the science fiction film Chappie. Listen in as they discuss how it compares to other A.I. movies and the various existential themes the film covers. You can find Sara on Twitter @saritamichelita and be sure to tune into her upcoming episode on the Giggle Bucket! Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom bring on their first guest, Erica Kovacic, to discuss the animated western Rango. Listen in as they discuss the ground breaking film and why (despite its original advertising) its actually for adults. You can find Erica on Instagram @ericakovacic! Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom talk about HBO's animated series Spawn. Listen in as they discuss how it stands apart from other animated shows and why certain stories work better in animation than live action. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom talk about the British war film, Journey's End. Listen in as they discuss the history of the film, why you probably haven't heard of it, and how it compares to other war films. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom talk about Olivia Wilde's directorial debut, Booksmart. Listen in as they discuss what they love about the movie and how it deviates from other high school films. Have any recommendations that you feel are Under the Radar? Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom talk about Zack Snyder's filmography. Listen in as they dive into his themes, directorial style, and what his films might be saying about other comic book movies. Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!

Matt and Tom discuss Ridley Scott's prequels to his iconic sci-fi classic, Alien. Listen in as they talk about their experience with the Alien franchise, why you need to watch the prequels as a double feature, and the existential questions the films are asking. Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom recommend feel good movies to watch during these difficult times. Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom discuss their favorite film scores. Some you may have heard of and others you definitely need to listen to! Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.

Matt and Tom kick off the first episode with talking about Charlie Chaplins classic film, The Great Dictator, and how they came about creating the podcast. Find us on Twitter @underfilmsradar or email us at underfilmsradar@gmail.com!   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended.