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Bing! Pow! Ka-boom! The hilarious Mike Rainey & Pete Angelo join Zac Amico in turns this week for a Triple Feature of short films! From the demented mind of Ari Aster comes his college thesis short film, The Strange Thing About the Johnsons, covering one of the most deranged family dynamics in fictional cinema history. And if that's not enough to get your juices going, strap in for two fan-made short films tackling comic book superheroes, with Batman: Dead End, and Lobo's Paramilitary Christmas Special, all jam-packed into one delicious, grindhouse style episode of Zac Amico's Midnight Spook Show!Air Date: 05/23/25Subscribe to Zac's BRAND NEW show, Zac Amico's Morning Zoo!https://www.youtube.com/@ZacsMorningZooFor the FULL watch-along experience, visit GaSDigital.com and use promo code ZAC at signup and SAVE $1.50 on your monthly subscription, plus access to all of our video episodes, completely Ad-Free & UNCENSORED!Support Our Sponsors!Fans over the age of 21, visit YoKratom.com for all your Kratom needs. No promo code necessary, just head over to YoKratom.com, home of the $60 kilo!Follow The Show!Mike Rainey:http://onpercs.comhttp://youtube.com/@GetInSomeHeadPodcasthttp://instagram.com/mikerainey82Pete Angelo:http://instagram.com/metalpetecomedyhttp://x.com/bigdoompeteZac Amico:http://youtube.com/@midnightspookshowhttp://instagram.com/zacisnotfunnyhttp://twitter.com/zaspookshowGaS Digital:http://youtube.com/@gasdigitalnetworkhttp://instagram.com/gasdigitalhttp://twitter.com/gasdigitalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's been nearly six years since Hailey Bieber last appeared on the cover of Vogue—and let's just say, a lot has changed. Now the face of Rhode, one of the most talked-about celebrity skincare brands, Vogue's summer cover star is also stepping into a new chapter as a mother to her son, Jack Blues. On this episode of The Run-Through, writer Alessandra Codinha sits down with Chloe Malle and Deputy Editor Taylor Antrim and shares insights from her time with Hailey—covering everything from the intense scrutiny she faces online, her relationship with her husband Justin Bieber, and the deeply personal story of her difficult childbirth.Earlier on the show, Radhika Seth reports live from the Croisette at the Cannes Film Festival with the latest from the red carpet and the big screen. She recaps her favorite films so far—and the buzzy ones she's most looking forward to. As Taylor notes, "deranged mothers" seem to be trending this season, with Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson's Die, My Love making headlines after its festival premiere. Radhika also weighs in on the controversy swirling around Eddington, Ari Aster's much-hyped follow-up to Beau Is Afraid (spoiler alert: it didn't make her top picks.)And of course, no Cannes coverage would be complete without a fashion moment. The group crowned their unofficial “Queens of Cannes,” with Jeremy Strong earning his title for perfectly coordinating his bucket hats and suits, and Alexander Skarsgård turning heads in thigh-high Saint Laurent boots. Let the Hunk Summit begin! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
It's part II of our Cannes Film Festival coverage, and we have a lot of passionate thoughts. You get our reviewing the reviewing, and we keep you up to date on those ovations. Plus, we discuss a half dozen trailers and review a batch of new movies while we're at it. CANNES PART DEUX: Reviewing the Reviewers Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme - 1:24 Richard Linklater's Nouvelle Vague - 7:41 Lynn Ramsay's Die, My Love - 17:37 Ari Aster's Eddington - 23:49 The Secret Agent starring Wagner Moura - 28:19 A Magnificent Life from Sony Pictures Classics - 34:02 Kristen Stewart's The Chronology of Water - 35:24 Harris Dickinson's Urchin - 37:11 Pillion starring Alexander Skarsgard - 38:41 Christian Petzold's Mirrors No. 3 - 41:15 Other Notable Receptions & The Standing Ovations Tally Through Sunday - 42:18 TRAILER REVIEWS: Ballerina - 44:54 Together - 47:34 Bring Her Back - 52:55 Predator: Badlands - 55:32 Nobody 2 - 57:44 WHAT WE'RE WATCHING: The Accountant 2 - 58:38 Clown in a Cornfield - 1:00:11 The Surfer - 1:01:50 The Legend of Ochi - 1:03:55 Streaming Movie Reviews: Summer of ‘69, Nonnas & Another Simple Favor - 1:06:33 What Mike1 has been watching, including Dimension 20, Taskmaster, The Studio, The Last of Us, and The NBA Playoffs - 1:07:44 OUTRO - We have another production meeting live on the air to discuss our next movie review film study. Plus, we talk more about how we'd handle the Cannes experience if we were made official timekeepers of the applause.
Rebecca gives David and Richard a call to hear all about their first few days at the Cannes Film Festival, where they were both blown away by Jennifer Lawrence's performance in 'Die, My Love'. They also recap the mixed reception for some of the other early debuts, and share why Ari Aster's 'Eddington' has been so divisive. This week, Little Gold Men will be bringing you daily episodes from Cannes, so check back in for more tomorrow.To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Cannes első péntekét az Oscar-díjas Sean Baker szintén Oscar-díjas élet- és alkotótársa, Shih-Ching Tsou rendezői bemutatkozásával kezdtük (amibe társ-forgatókönyvíróként és vágóként besegített Baker is), később nagyokat nem-nevettünk Ari Aster fogatlan szatíráján, amelyben Joaquin Phoenix minden idők egyik legirritálóbb filmkarakterét formálta meg, majd a napot egy olyan filmmel zártuk, ami végre a magyar szívünket is megmelengette.Filmek, amikről szó esik:Left-Handed Girl (Shih-Ching Tsou)Kika (Alexe Poukine)Eddington (Ari Aster)La Ola (Sebastian Lelio)A napfény íze (Szabó István)Összekötő zene: Kristóf NorbertA műsort készíti: Onozó Róbert és Varga FerencJó szórakozást az adáshoz, és ha tetszik, kérlek támogasd a Filmklub podcastot a Patreonon, egy dollár is nagy segítség! Ha a Patreon túl macerás, támogathatod a podcastot a PayPalon (@ferencv1976) vagy a Revoluton (@ferenc7drh) keresztül is. Nagyon köszönöm!
Cannes 2025 has arrived—and you can count on our on-the-Croisette crew of Film Comment contributors to cut through the noise with thoughtful dispatches, interviews, and Podcasts. This year's festival is packed with exciting premieres, including new films from Richard Linklater, Lynne Ramsay, Kleber Mendonça Filho, Spike Lee, Bi Gan, Julia Ducournau, Wes Anderson, and many more. For our third episode from the sunny shores of southern France, Film Comment contributors Mark Asch and Beatrice Loayza join Editor Devika Girish to unpack two of the most go-for-broke selections to screen so far—Oliver Laxe's Sirât (2:25) and Ari Aster's Eddington (21:20)—before turning to the more modest charms of Hafsia Herzi's The Little Sister (41:20). Subscribe today to The Film Comment Letter for a steady stream of Cannes coverage, providing everything you need to know about the 2025 edition.
Direction le festival de Cannes, où neuf films sur vingt-deux sont entrés dans la compétition pour la palme d'or. Ce dimanche 17 mai, l'Américain Wes Anderson et le Brésilien Kleber Mendonça Filho entrent, eux aussi, dans la danse. Retour sur les derniers temps forts du festival. Robert Pattinson et Jennifer Lawrence ont électrisé les marches, signant moult autographes et se prêtant au jeu des selfies. Le duo de superstars américaines est à l'affiche de Die, My Love, film en compétition de la britannique Lynne Ramsay. À 39 ans, Robert Pattinson est au sommet de sa gloire depuis déjà deux décennies, découvert dans Harry Potter et Twilight, tout comme l'Américaine Jennifer Lawrence, révélée toute jeune dans la saga Hunger game. Lynne Ramsay, prix du scénario à Cannes en 2017, leur offre deux très beaux rôles, un couple de parents confrontés à la maladie mentale de la jeune mère.Le néo-western Eddington, signé Ari Aster, dresse le portrait d'une ville américaine en post-Covid, projection d'une Amérique en décomposition gangréné par le complotisme et l'ultra-violence avec Joaquin Phoenix en shériff disjoncté. Pendant la conférence de presse du film, l'acteur Pedro Pascal, star des séries The Last of Us et Narcos, a appelé le cinéma à ne pas se laisser intimider par Donald Trump : « Vous savez, quand on a peur, cela veut dire que les autres ont gagné. Donc, il faut continuer à s'exprimer, il faut continuer à se battre. Il faut continuer de raconter des histoires. C'est notre seule façon. Et il ne faut pas se laisser intimider. Et que ceux qui essaient aillent se faire voir ! »Les festivaliers et le jury ont aussi pu découvrir Renoir, de la Japonaise Chie Hayakawa, déjà récompensé en 2022 pour son premier long métrage Plan 75. Un film tout en délicatesse. Le Japon de la fin des années 1980 vu par les yeux d'une fillette de onze ans qui apprivoise par l'imagination et la curiosité sa solitude tandis que son père est en train de mourir d'un cancer. « Il se trouve que j'ai eu un père malade atteint d'un cancer, explique la réalisatrice. Et que de mon enfance jusqu'à une vingtaine d'années, j'ai vu mon père souffrir, se battre contre la maladie, attendre la mort. Cela a beaucoup marqué mon esprit et peut-être mon rapport au monde. »Plus joyeux, malin, Nouvelle Vague, film tourné en français de l'Américain Richard Linklater, ressuscite en noir et blanc tous les protagonistes de la Nouvelle Vague du cinéma français des années 1960. Il retrace avec humour et virtuosité le tournage de À bout de souffle de Jean-Luc Godard.À lire aussiUn 78ème festival de Cannes sous le signe de la sobriété et de la politique
El director de Midsommar y Hereditary, Ari Aster, vuelve a sorprender con este western surrealista y sangriento protagonizado por Joaquin Phoenix y Pedro Pascal, que se estrena en el Festival de Cine de Cannes.
Direction le festival de Cannes, où neuf films sur vingt-deux sont entrés dans la compétition pour la palme d'or. Ce dimanche 17 mai, l'Américain Wes Anderson et le Brésilien Kleber Mendonça Filho entrent, eux aussi, dans la danse. Retour sur les derniers temps forts du festival. Robert Pattinson et Jennifer Lawrence ont électrisé les marches, signant moult autographes et se prêtant au jeu des selfies. Le duo de superstars américaines est à l'affiche de Die, My Love, film en compétition de la britannique Lynne Ramsay. À 39 ans, Robert Pattinson est au sommet de sa gloire depuis déjà deux décennies, découvert dans Harry Potter et Twilight, tout comme l'Américaine Jennifer Lawrence, révélée toute jeune dans la saga Hunger game. Lynne Ramsay, prix du scénario à Cannes en 2017, leur offre deux très beaux rôles, un couple de parents confrontés à la maladie mentale de la jeune mère.Le néo-western Eddington, signé Ari Aster, dresse le portrait d'une ville américaine en post-Covid, projection d'une Amérique en décomposition gangréné par le complotisme et l'ultra-violence avec Joaquin Phoenix en shériff disjoncté. Pendant la conférence de presse du film, l'acteur Pedro Pascal, star des séries The Last of Us et Narcos, a appelé le cinéma à ne pas se laisser intimider par Donald Trump : « Vous savez, quand on a peur, cela veut dire que les autres ont gagné. Donc, il faut continuer à s'exprimer, il faut continuer à se battre. Il faut continuer de raconter des histoires. C'est notre seule façon. Et il ne faut pas se laisser intimider. Et que ceux qui essaient aillent se faire voir ! »Les festivaliers et le jury ont aussi pu découvrir Renoir, de la Japonaise Chie Hayakawa, déjà récompensé en 2022 pour son premier long métrage Plan 75. Un film tout en délicatesse. Le Japon de la fin des années 1980 vu par les yeux d'une fillette de onze ans qui apprivoise par l'imagination et la curiosité sa solitude tandis que son père est en train de mourir d'un cancer. « Il se trouve que j'ai eu un père malade atteint d'un cancer, explique la réalisatrice. Et que de mon enfance jusqu'à une vingtaine d'années, j'ai vu mon père souffrir, se battre contre la maladie, attendre la mort. Cela a beaucoup marqué mon esprit et peut-être mon rapport au monde. »Plus joyeux, malin, Nouvelle Vague, film tourné en français de l'Américain Richard Linklater, ressuscite en noir et blanc tous les protagonistes de la Nouvelle Vague du cinéma français des années 1960. Il retrace avec humour et virtuosité le tournage de À bout de souffle de Jean-Luc Godard.À lire aussiUn 78ème festival de Cannes sous le signe de la sobriété et de la politique
Notre critique du film "Eddington" réalisé par Ari Aster avec Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone et Austin Butler. Le film est présenté en compétition de la Sélection Officielle au Festival de Cannes 2025Abonnez-vous au podcast CINECAST sur la plateforme de votre choix : https://smartlink.ausha.co/cinecast --- Titre : EddingtonSortie : 16 juillet 2025Réalisé par Ari AsterAvec : Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone et Austin ButlerSynopsis : Mai 2020 à Eddington, petite ville du Nouveau Mexique, la confrontation entre le shérif et le maire met le feu aux poudres en montant les habitants les uns contre les autres.#Eddington #Cannes2025 #CINECASTHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Culture editor Eve Jackson brings you the latest from the Cannes Film Festival, where Ari Aster's "Eddington" is one of the hottest premieres. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as a sheriff and Pedro Pascal as the town's mayor — with Emma Stone and Austin Butler also in the cast — this darkly comic Western takes on post-pandemic politics and unrest.
Send us a textThe conversation shifts to Marvel's surprising box office hit "Thunderbolts," which has topped charts for two consecutive weekends. We break down why this particular entry has connected with audiences when recent Marvel offerings have faltered – examining how its grounded approach, practical location shooting, and thoughtful mental health themes provide a refreshing alternative to CGI-heavy spectacles. Florence Pugh's star power and David Harbour's charismatic performance contribute to a film that feels contained yet consequential within the larger Marvel universe.Summer movie season approaches with promising titles, and we analyze recent trailers for Spike Lee's "High to Low," Celine Song's rom-com "The Materialist," the final "Conjuring" installment, and Zach Cregger's anticipated horror follow-up "Weapons." With Cannes Film Festival underway, we speculate about potential award contenders like Ari Aster's "Eddington" and Julia Ducournau's "Alpha," considering how the festival increasingly predicts Oscar success. Between passionate discussions of cinema, friendship, and even NBA playoff drama, this episode captures the joy of reconnecting as a team across distances while celebrating our enduring love of film.Send us your thoughts using the link in our show description, and follow us on Instagram and Letterboxd to join the conversation between episodes!Support the show
Qatar plans to give President Trump a plane to use as Air Force One, which even some supporters say crosses a line. But the appearance of corruption doesn’t stop there. The Trump administration gave refugee status to white South Africans, despite no evidence they face more danger than Black South Africans. “Uptown Girl” Christie Brinkley is out with a new biography about becoming the biggest model of the 1980s. The Cannes Film Festival kicks off today. There’s a new “Mission: Impossible” and films from Spike Lee, Ari Aster, and Lynne Ramsay.
Cuenta Milena Busquets que "nunca, ni una sola vez en mi vida, he tenido esa primera visión de la bahía de Cadaqués (aparece de pronto, detrás de una curva, a lo lejos) sin pensar que era el lugar más bonito del mundo, sin que se me estremeciese el corazón, sin pensar que había llegado a casa". Esa visión que describe en ‘La dulce existencia’, su nueva novela publicada por Anagrama, es el punto de partida del viaje que emprende al rodaje de la película ‘También esto pasará’, estrenada el pasado viernes. Un relato íntimo que transita entre la memoria, el cine y los vínculos familiares.En los apuntes de teatro, Daniel Galindo se adentra en una de las disciplinas más populares de las artes escénicas: el circo. Una forma de expresión que mezcla técnica, poesía y riesgo, y que mantiene su magnetismo tanto en propuestas clásicas como contemporáneas.Miguel Ángel Delgado dedica su sección de ciencia a la figura de Gerald Durrell, autor de ‘Mi familia y otros animales’ y de los tres libros que componen la llamada trilogía de Corfú. Durrell retrató con humor e ironía a su excéntrica familia y a los personajes locales que conoció tras abandonar Inglaterra por cuestiones económicas. Un testimonio agudo de libertad, naturaleza y observación del entorno.Y desde Cannes, Conxita Casanovas cubre la jornada inaugural del Festival. Este año, compiten nuevos trabajos de directores como Wes Anderson, Ari Aster, Lynne Ramsay y Richard Linklater. También destaca la participación española con Oliver Laxe y Carla Simón aspirando a la Palma de Oro.Escuchar audio
This week, we're diving headfirst into the Australian Federal Election – because even though we love our pop culture, we also love a good democracy sausage sizzle. We then dissect the best and worst of the 2025 Met Gala with our takes on the likes of Gigi Hadid, Zendaya, Rihanna, Lewis Hamilton, Teyana Taylor, Colman Domingo, Doechii, the KarJenners and Alton Mason. As for what we've been watching, we're back on the chaotic rollercoaster that is Love Triangle on Stan, with our reaction to Chloe and Bernie's budding romance. Caitlin finally braved Ari Aster's daylight horror masterpiece, Midsommar (2019) starring Florence Pugh. We also strapped ourselves in for some intense military action with Warfare: A surveillance mission goes wrong for a platoon of American Navy SEALs in insurgent territory in Iraq. Follow us on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeluludiariespod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedeluludiariespod Danika's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danikarbrown Caitlin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caitlinsltr Watch the episode in full on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UqhxjHXUKnY
Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.This episode as the Thunderbolts* is out in the cinemas around the world, and for me is still a better name than the new title which was revealed after the opening weekend! I think the avengers will have something to say about that. Anyway moan over. But we are all here for once actor only for this film and that actor is of course the phenomenal Florence Pugh. So we'll be discussing the best work from her filmography. Joining me to talk all things Pugh, are the fantastic John and Georgia from the Comfort Films Podcast. And you know what this means, hold on to your head phones, it's gonna be a long one. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS John and Georgia to go first with their pick. They have got for the film that coined the infamous Florence Pugh frown, Midsommar. On this one, what didn't we talk about! But i'll try and summarise. We talk about how subtle, simple and crazy in an incredible way the directing is from Ari Aster. We talk about the incredible acting from Florence Pugh and how deep she goes with her raw emotions. Plus we talk about bears, and the butt pushing lady. IMDB page. Comfort Films Website FVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.Support the show
The Finleys talk about a couple of film club choices Tom made recently before Joe tortured him with some Ari Aster movies.
Send us a textKathy, Mark and Burk react to the trailer for Eddington, an upcoming American contemporary Western film written and directed by Ari Aster, and starring Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Luke Grimes, Deirdre O'Connell, Micheal Ward, Austin Butler, and Emma Stone.Support the show
Look, we'll do our best not to dwell on the unfortunate parallels to Hereditary, but they need to be addressed (and yes, we know THE BABADOOK came out first). Thankfully, there's more to Jennifer Kent's feature debut than the inevitable comparisons to Ari Aster's own “I am your motherrrrrr” flick - and we'll get into all of that in this Real Talk segment!Also, once again: don't forget to join us during this year's Livestream for the Cure, 5/17 at 4pm CT!TIMELINE00:01:26 I am your mother!00:02:08 Real Talk00:46:12 The Future & Patreon Stuff- Interested in more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It's everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- We'll be having fun with horror movies at this year's Livestream for the Cure! 5/17 at 4pm CT - see ya there!- Our YouTube page is live! Get some visual Contrarians delight with our Contrarians Warm-Ups and other fun videos!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that's emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on Spotify, on Facebook or on their very own website.- Our buddy Cory Ahre is being kind enough to lend a hand with the editing of some of our videos. If you like his style, wait until you see what he does over on his YouTube Channel.- THE LATE NIGHT GRIN isn't just a show about wrestling: it's a brand, a lifestyle. And they're very supportive of our Contrarian endeavors, so we'd like to return the favor. Check out their YouTube Channel! You might even spot Alex there from time to time.- Hans Rothgiesser, the man behind our logo, can be reached at @mildemonios on Twitter or you can email him at mildemonios@hotmail.com in case you ever need a logo (or comics) produced. And you can listen to him talk about economy on his new TV show, VALOR AGREGADO. Aaaaand you can also check out all the stuff he's written on his own website. He has a new book: a sort of Economics For Dummies called MARGINAL. Ask him about it!Up next, The Summer of the (MTV) Bangers begins! And we'll start four months of 90s nostalgia with the action neo-classic THE FUGITIVE! Until then, let us know what you thought of The Babadook: Is Bugsy under-mourned? Do you think Robbie ever tried again? And where did that dove come from? E-mail us at wearethecontrarians@gmail.com or share your thoughts with us on Threads or BlueSky!
Grab your flower crowns—we're heading back to Sweden! This week on The Art of Costume Podcast, we're revisiting one of our most beloved episodes as we return to Midsommar, the chilling folk horror film directed by Ari Aster. Join Elizabeth and Spencer as they explore the unforgettable costume design by Andrea Flesch, the traditions of the Hårga of Hälsingland, the stunning use of color and symbolism, and, of course, the iconic May Queen dress worn by Florence Pugh. Plus, we can't forget a certain unforgettable… bear suit.
Grab your flower crowns—we're heading back to Sweden! This week on The Art of Costume Podcast, we're revisiting one of our most beloved episodes as we return to Midsommar, the chilling folk horror film directed by Ari Aster. Join Elizabeth and Spencer as they explore the unforgettable costume design by Andrea Flesch, the traditions of the Hårga of Hälsingland, the stunning use of color and symbolism, and, of course, the iconic May Queen dress worn by Florence Pugh. Plus, we can't forget a certain unforgettable… bear suit.
Dreams really do come true as we finally welcome one of the most requested guests in StraightioLab herstory, the one and only Hari Nef! And she came PREPARED with a full list of topics, which we dissect one by one before landing on a winner. Questions include: Can male actors be actresses? Can drag brunch be a site of resistance? Are we "sat" for Ari Aster's latest? Should we FaceTime Lena Dunham? And are parents of LGBTQ+ children gagging from all the fabulosity? Sometimes! Plus: Hari debuts her impression of "Cher doing Joan Didion." STRAIGHTIOLAB MERCH: cottonbureau.com/people/straightiolab SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
¡Vamos a ponernos al día! Hablamos de lo que nos ha traído la Star Wars Celebration de Japón: viejos proyectos de la saga galáctica y nuevos: series animadas, películas recuperadas, nuevas trilogías y más. Comentamos las novedades en los repartos de lo nuevo de Alejandro González Iñárritu, Wes Anderson —La trama fenicia— y Godzilla y Kong 3. También intentamos deducir lo visto en el tráiler de lo nuevo de Ari Aster, Eddington, hablamos de cómo pintan la nueva película de la saga Predator, la secuela de Godzilla Minus One, la nueva adaptacion de Carrie de Stephen King, etc. Francisco Javier Santiago, Samuel Úbeda y Daniel Rengel recomiendan, en la sección de Cal y arena, películas y series como Parthenope, El reino de la mafia y la segunda temporada de Light & Magic, entra otras. Además, sorteamos un ejemplar del libro Diosas de Hollywood: Seis mujeres inolvidables; si queréis participar es muy fácil: seguid las instrucciones que indicamos en el episodio —dejadnos un comentario en iVoox y un me gusta, además de suscribiros a nuestro pódcast en iVoox— y entraréis en el sorteo que realizaremos. Tenéis desde el día 22 de abril al 5 de mayo de 2025 para participar. ¡Suerte! Grupo de Telegram: https://t.me/CineActual Nuestro Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cineactual Canciones inicial «Amanecer» y final «Ocaso» y melodía de «Cal y arena» compuestas e interpretadas por Laia Salvat, Francisco Javier Santiago y Albert Vilella, bajo licencia CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesMarvel Studios kickoffs of the summer blockbuster season in just 2 weeks with the release of Thunderbolts* on May 2. With tickets now on sale, box office tracking and projections ahead of the film's release are forecasting a solid, if not somewhat soft, opening weekend; with most estimates landing between $63 to $77 million. While that is on the lower side for an MCU movie, optimists believe the general lower level of familiarity with the characters on the roster, combined with the positive test screenings, could give the film significant potential and room to grow in subsequent weeks via word of mouth. Elsewhere, Captain America actor Anthony Mackie offered some insights on Avengers: Doomsday while promoting Twisted Metal Season 2 for Peacock, saying, “It's going to give the audience that old Marvel feeling that they always had.”The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the introduction of a new Oscar category for Achievement in Stunt Design, set to debut at the 100th Academy Awards in 2028, honoring films released in 2027. This decision follows years of advocacy from industry professionals, including director and former stuntman David Leitch and stunt coordinator Chris O'Hara, who was notably credited as the first official "stunt designer" for his work on The Fall Guy. While the specific criteria and presentation details are yet to be finalized, this move is seen as a significant step toward recognizing the creative and technical artistry of stunt professionals in filmmaking. However, there is notable disappointment that earlier works, such as Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible series, will not be eligible for this new recognition.HBO has officially announced the adult cast for its upcoming Harry Potter TV series, confirming several roles and actors we've discussed, along with new additions. John Lithgow will portray Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer is cast as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu takes on Severus Snape, and Nick Frost will play Rubeus Hagrid. Additionally, Luke Thallon has been cast as Professor Quirinus Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse will portray Argus Filch. Casting for the central trio—Harry, Ron, and Hermione—is still underway, with over 32,000 children auditioning for these iconic roles. In an interview with Deadline, Warner Bros' Mike De Luca and Pam Abby confirmed that the studio is moving forward with sequels to A Minecraft Movie and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. This weekend, A Minecraft Movie crossed a half a billion dollars at the global box office.A24 has released the first trailer for Ari Aster's Eddington, which stars Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, and Emma Stone. The film will premiere next month at the Cannes Film Festival and then will release in theaters on July 18th.Comedian Nate Bargatze will host the 77th annual Emmy awards which will be held on September 14th The Last of Us season 2 debuted to 5.3 million viewers, a 13% increase from the season 1 premiere.Insider Jeff Sneider is reporting that a remake of the 1988 horror cult classic Killer Klowns From Outer Space is in the works at MGM with Ryan Gosling attached to produce. This scoop is currently unconfirmed at this time.Jurassic Park star Sam Neill has joined the cast of the upcoming Godzilla x Kong monsterverse sequel which will be directed by Grant Sputore.Ahead of Star Wars Celebration this weekend, a new Darth Vader novel titled Master of Evil from author Adam Christopher has been announced which will release on November 11th.
Dive into the Horror: Scary Spirits Podcast Reviews "Hereditary" (2018) This week on the Scary Spirits podcast, we're thrilled to fulfill a listener's request! Join hosts Karen and Greg as they delve into the chilling depths of the 2018 horror masterpiece, Hereditary. A coworker of Greg's has specifically asked for this spine-tingling review, and we're excited to deliver! Hereditary, directed by Ari Aster, has been hailed as one of the most terrifying films of the decade. Karen and Greg will dissect the film's eerie plot twists, unforgettable performances, and haunting visuals. They'll explore the intricate storytelling that has left audiences around the world in shock and awe. From the unsettling family dynamics to the shocking climax, no stone will be left unturned in this comprehensive review. But that's not all! As always, our hosts will be enjoying a themed cocktail to enhance the experience. This week's drink is the "King of Demons" cocktail, inspired by the dark and mysterious elements of the film. Karen and Greg will share the recipe and their thoughts on how this devilishly delicious drink pairs with the movie's intense atmosphere. Whether you're a horror aficionado or a casual viewer, this episode promises to be a thrilling ride. You'll gain new insights into Hereditary and perhaps discover details you missed on your first viewing. Plus, the engaging banter between Karen and Greg will keep you entertained from start to finish. Subscribe now and join the conversation on the Scary Spirits podcast—where horror meets happy hour! Don't forget to leave your comments and let us know what you think of the film and the cocktail. We love hearing from our listeners and can't wait to share this spooky adventure with you!
In this edition of ChickTrend Jockey, Jack and Miles discuss the Trump admin demanding MIT and Harvard hop on the MAGA train, people using AI to turn themselves into action figures, Jimmy Kimmel finally figuring out why Trump won the election, Ari Aster's upcoming film, a mysterious tower appearing in Area 51 and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We are drafting again! Before their draft, Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to briefly discuss Matt Damon's shredded appearance for Christopher Nolan's ‘The Odyssey' and the new trailer for Ari Aster's ‘Eddington' (1:03). Then, they talk about who they were in 1990 and draft the best movies from the year (10:37). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Chris Ryan and Bobby Wagner Producer: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Prime Video reveló el tráiler oficial Otro Pequeño Favor. A24 reveló el primer teaser de Eddington. A24 y Hideo Kojima confirmaron al director de Death Stranding.
On this edition of The Sam Bussell Podcast, Sam recaps the weekend Box Office that saw A Minecraft Movie dominate again. Plus, a review of The Last of Us Season 2 premiere and a look at the teaser trailer for the new Ari Aster film, Eddington.
This week, the Cannes Film Festival announced its lineup for their 78th edition. Taking place in the beachside town of Cannes, France from May 13-24, the festival opens up the movie lover's summer to the widest swath of exceptional global cinema, blockbuster premieres and the first glimpses of next year's Oscars contenders.This episode sees me fumbling through pronunciations to share the movies announced and highlight the ones that look most rad (Ari Aster! Spike Lee! Julia Ducournau!). Pop a squat and let's look forward to the summer movie season!For more information on the festival, click here!---Please rate, review & subscribe to The Movies wherever you listen to podcasts!Follow The Movies on Instagram & Bluesky
In this episode, Sam and Ian will look ahead to the exciting films projects slated for release in 2025. We've got new films from Bong Joon Ho, Steven Soderbergh, Danny Boyle, Paul Thomas Anderson, Benny Safdie and Josh Safdie, Noah Baumbach, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Yorgos Lanthimos, James Cameron, and Guillermo del Toro on the horizon.
We inaugurate the brilliant Taiwanese master Edward Yang with a conversation about his transcendent 1994 social satire A Confucian Confusion. Following up his staggering masterwork A Brighter Summer Day, Yang turned his attention to Taipei in the 1990s at the height of its rapid evolution into a port city of global capital and the effects this shift had on the value systems and relational dynamics of the city's people. Evoking the slapstick and breackneck pacing of more popular modes of cinema - including the American romantic comedy - the film follows a large ensemble of Taipei's young professionals caught up in the frenzy of capitalism's mechanisms of social order, all in pursuit of an irresolute alternative that can liberate them from their self-made misery and help them achieve something approaching an honest, authentic way of life. We begin with a conversation about Yang as artist, his preoccupations, his distinct convergence of heart and wit. Then, we break down A Confucian Confusion's ensemble, how the characters reflect Yang's feelings about Taipei's consumer-friendly, corporatized status, and how honest desire is sublimated into the cold calculus of business language - a phenomenon that presages and predicts modern tech culture and its bastardized language of wellness and attunement. Finally, we discuss the film's unique and delicate balance of trenchant political satire and touching character drama; how Yang achieves a profound and honest reflection of the minor victories and acts of liberation we can achieve within a totalizing capitalist milieu. Get access to all of our premium episodes and bonus content by becoming a Hit Factory Patron for just $5/month.....Our theme song is "Mirror" by Chris Fish.
La cuenta regresiva para el Festival de Cannes comenzó con la presentación de la selección oficial. Como siempre, un ramillete de estrellas se dejará ver en la prestigiosa alfombra roja de la Croisette. Pero también se incluyeron muchas primeras películas. Dos cintas chilenas figuran en la selección oficial; el brasileño Kleber Mendonca Filho disputará la Palma de oro junto a otros 18 cineastas de horizontes diversos. Dos películas chilenas, "La ola", de Sebastián Lelio, y "La misteriosa mirada del flamenco", ópera prima de Diego Céspedes, forman parte de la selección oficial, fuera de competición, del próximo Festival de Cannes, anunció el jueves la organización.La cinta de Lelio, sobre la movilización feminista en Chile, será proyectado en la sección paralela de Cannes Première de la muestra, que se llevará a cabo del 13 al 24 de mayo. El director chileno, conocido por "Gloria" y "Una mujer fantástica", presenta en esta cinta a una estudiante chilena involucrada en el movimiento feminista en su universidad.Por su parte, "La misteriosa mirada del flamenco", de Céspedes, forma parte de la sección paralela Una Cierta Mirada, dedicada a los jóvenes talentos y la más importante después de la competición. La película está ambientada en un desértico pueblo minero donde se propaga una enfermedad desconocida, que se transmite cuando un hombre se enamora de otro a través de la mirada, según resume una de las empresas productoras de la cinta.“El festival de Cannes, como el cine, es universal. Por eso, escogemos películas de todas partes del mundo. Este año tenemos dos películas chilenas. Es una satisfacción muy grande, porque son películas fantásticas”, expresó Thierry Frémaux.Lo mejor del cine de autor mundialEn liza por la Palma de Oro, muchos cineastas veteranos, pero también nuevas caras que traerán vientos de frescura en la distinguida Croisette.Entre las firmas conocidas, el cineasta iraní Jafar Panahi, el estadounidense Wes Anderson, la francesa Julia Ducournau que aspira a una segunda Palma de Oro, y los belgas Jean-Pierre y Luc Dardenne que buscan una tercera, competirán en el 78º Festival de Cannes, se anunció este jueves.Seis directoras --el récord de realizadoras fue siete en 2023-- figuran entre la veintena de cineastas cuyos filmes seleccionados fueron anunciados por el delegado general Thierry Frémaux durante una conferencia de prensa el jueves.Otros nombres elegidos para la competición principal son el veterano cineasta independiente estadounidense Richard Linklater, y Ari Aster, el nuevo maestro del terror estadounidense cuyos créditos anteriores incluye "Midsommar".El festival también acogerá el debut como directora de la actriz Scarlett Johansson, quien además actúa en la película en competición de Anderson "The Phoenician Scheme", junto a Benicio del Toro y Tom Hanks.Entre los jóvenes cineastas de la competencia, dos españoles, Carla Simón y Oliver Laxe. La directora de 38 años vuelve a posar la mirada en su traumático pasado con "Romería". La película narra el viaje familiar de una joven catalana a Galicia tras perder a sus padres por el sida, el mismo drama que vivió Simón cuando era una niña.“Sirat", del gallego Oliver Laxe, es "una road movie de gente inadaptada", explicó Frémaux. Es la cuarta película de Laxe, y está protagonizada por el actor Sergi López, conocido tanto en el cine español como francés.Más allá de los nombres de culto, Cannes será de nuevo el lugar de acogida de las estrellas y grandes producciones estadounidenses.La Croisette recibirá con los brazos abiertos a Tom Cruise, de 62 años, una de las estrellas favoritas del público francés, el día 14."The final reckoning" es la segunda parte de "Misión Imposible: Sentencia mortal" (2023), en la que Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) y su equipo se enfrentan a la amenaza de la inteligencia artificial.El festival rendirá también homenaje, en su gala de apertura, al legendario Robert de Niro, de 81 años, doble ganador del Oscar, pero nunca premiado como actor en Cannes. El intérprete de "Taxi driver" recibirá una Palma de Oro honorífica.Con AFP
The 2025 Cannes lineup was just announced, and there's a lot to talk about. Ryan McQuade (AwardsWatch) joins Christina to break down the buzziest titles heading to the Croisette—including Wes Anderson, Ari Aster, Kelly Reichardt, Spike Lee, and yes… Tom Cruise. And the notable names missing from the lineup. They also dive into last week's surprise announcement at CinemaCon of a Quentin Tarantino–David Fincher collaboration, and share their reactions to the full trailer for Paul Thomas Anderson's highly anticipated new film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Horror Joy, Jeff and Brian delve into cult representations in Ari Aster's popular horror films 'Hereditary' (2018) and 'Midsommar' (2019). They emphasize the intricate storytelling and thematic parallels between the two films, providing in-depth analysis on toxic masculinity, folklore, and community care as portrayed in Aster's works.They discuss:· The nature of cult horror· Family dynamics· The supposed safe space of the home· The psychological exploration of grief and trauma within these narratives· the unsettling allure of cults and how these films reflect broader societal issues.· Toxic masculinity and horrorSo, grab your favorite tunic and ceremonial candle, and make sure to listen for the faint click of a tongue. But don't get left behind, lest you get sacrificed and left to the cycles of bloom and harvest for which we give thanks to our deity of reciprocity.Cary Elza, "'Do You Feel Held?': Gender, Community, and Affective Design in Midsommar."Aviva Briefel. "The Terror of Very Small Worlds: Hereditary and the Miniature Scales of Horror."Stacey Anh Baran. "‘Once upon a Midsommar…': Nature, nationalism and the Swedish folkloresque."Robert Pogue Harrison. The Dominion of the Dead.M. Night Shyamalan. The Village. 2004.Robin Hardy. The Wickerman. 1973.03:06 Deep Dive into Hereditary27:09 Introduction to Midsommar52:44 Finding Joy in Horror Films
Our friend Liam has book. We're publishing it. It's called Flytrap and Other Stories. It's weird, unique, beautiful, and horrifying. Enjoy this interview with Liam from last year. Pre-order his book below.And check out a more recent interview Mikey did with Liam on Wasteland: Check Us Out:PatreonSixth and Center PublishingMusical Attribution:Licensed through NEOSounds.“5 O'Clock Shadow,” “America On the Move,” “Baby You Miss Me,” “Big Fat Gypsy,” “Bubble Up,” “C'est Chaud,” “East River Blues,” “The Gold Rush,” “Gypsy Fiddle Jazz,” “Here Comes That Jazz,” “I Wish I Could Charleston,” “I Told You,” “It Feels Like Love To Me,” “Little Tramp,” “Mornington Crescent,” “No Takeaways.”
Wasteland listeners, please enjoy this interview with Liam Fleming, author of the new weird fiction anthology Flytrap and Other Stories. Liam channels everything from H.P. Lovecraft to David Lynch in his writing, and we talk a variety of topics ranging from books, his inspiration, urban legends and folklore, true crime, and more. Liam's debut is available for pre-order at the link below.Pre-Order Flytrap here.Wasteland will return in 2026.All non-original music in this episode was obtained from freemusicarchive.org, licensed under CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication.Artists featured in this episode: Demoiselle Doner, John Bartmann, Loyalty Freak Music, Monplaisir, Rafael Archangel, Soft and Furious, and Ava Drumm,Follow me @wastelandpod on Instagram.Check out my other podcast, I Don't Wanna Hear It, wherever you get your podcasts.
Share your lol moments of the episodeLet's talk about creepy cults, hallucinogenic drugs, and trauma, baby! This week for our ONE HUNDREDTH EPISODE (WOOOOO!!!) we are finally recapping Ari Aster's cinematic masterpiece, Midsommar. This one is a TOUGH watch, however... it is a fantastic film. This movie has everything you want (or don't, if you're like Stacy). Tune in to hear us tell you everything that happens! Thank you all so much for your support, without you guys we would never have made it to 100!!Yellowjackets Spoilers: from ~ 5:34 - 7:31Recap starts ~ 23:17
I AM YOUR MOTHER! We continue Mommy March with the Ari Aster's iconic directorial debut HEREDITARY. Join Anneliese and I as we discuss this instant classic, the concept of elevated horror, and the mommy upon mommy issues in this film. Enjoy! Follow Would You Die? on IG @wouldyoudieshow Twitter @wouldyoudieshow Facebook @ Would You Die? Email wouldyoudiepodcast@gmail.com for business inquiries Follow Austin everywhere @austinmtorres Follow Anneliese everywhere @whimsiwillow Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/wouldyoudiepodcast Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! You can find my short films, Spooky Spotlight hosted by Deanna Hope, and much more! Visit the FANGORIA store: shop.fangoria.com/wouldyoudieshow Use Promo Code: WOULDYOUDIESHOW The Would You Die? Podcast can also be found on TikTok @wouldyoudiepodcast. Follow Austin on Letterboxd @torresau. Follow me on Bluesky @austinmtorres.bsky.social NEW Music is composed by Josie Palmer Podcast produced by Jeremy Lippitt Podcast graphics created by Crosshook Creative Watch my short film, The Blood Witch, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Foz3PeQKJ4 Watch the trailer for my short film, Spider, here: https://youtu.be/r9lz_csWG8w?si=pbuCllGLZefI90oK Watch my short film, Ice Scream, here: https://youtu.be/tghxuuJjPxM Watch my short film, Best Day Ever, here: https://youtu.be/WDJbfRl2Qh4 Find Three Y's Men Media here! ThreeYsMenMedia.com
Beau Is Afraid is not a movie that wants to be understood in a traditional sense—it's designed to be an overwhelming, anxiety-ridden odyssey where meaning is entirely subjective. Ari Aster crafts a surreal, often nightmarish world that feels both deeply personal and universally unsettling. The film taps into the psyche of its audience, mirroring their own fears, relationships, and insecurities, particularly surrounding themes of guilt, maternal control, and existential dread. Whether you see it as a tragic comedy, an absurdist horror, or a Freudian fever dream depends on what you bring to it—your own relationship with your mother, your personal anxieties, and how much you're willing to surrender to its chaos. This is a movie that refuses to give answers but thrives on interpretation, making it an experience that lingers long after the credits roll.Beyond its complex themes, Beau Is Afraid is also a masterclass in filmmaking. The cinematography is striking, shifting between claustrophobic close-ups and vast, unsettling dreamscapes that make you feel trapped inside Beau's mind. The soundtrack amplifies the tension, seamlessly weaving between eerie orchestrations and unexpectedly playful melodies, reinforcing the film's tonal instability. At the center of it all is Joaquin Phoenix, delivering a raw and deeply vulnerable performance that keeps the audience tethered to Beau's unraveling psyche. His performance is so committed that, even when the film descends into complete absurdity, his fear and confusion feel painfully real. Whether you love it or hate it, Beau Is Afraid is an ambitious, one-of-a-kind cinematic experience that challenges its audience to sit with discomfort and find meaning in the madness.Stick around until the end of the episode for a round of Movie 20 Questions.Safe travels, nomads.
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Opening Credits: This week on Live Breathe Film with Doug and Murph...Feature Presentation: Most Anticipated Films of 2025 - Our co-hosts have two very different lines of thinking for the types of films they are most looking forward to this year. While Doug has gone almost all in on franchise fare such as Jurassic World Rebirth and How to Train Your Dragon, Murph's selections are more auteur driven with upcoming films by Paul Thomas Anderson and Ari Aster.End Credits: Please make sure to Like, Follow, and Subscribe to Live Breathe Film!
Kelsi and Trey discuss their 30 most anticipated films of 2025! From franchises like Jurassic World: Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four to auteur-driven projects from Paul Thomas Anderson, Ari Aster, Bong Joon-ho, and Luca Guadagnino, this year has the ultimate crossover of movie fandom.The Extra Credits YouTube ChannelBecome a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon hereHow to link Patreon to Spotify and AppleLetterboxd: The Extra CreditsTikTok: The Extra CreditsReddit: r/TheExtraCreditsInstagram: @theextracreditsTwitter: @theextracreditsSend requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com
Games We've Been Playing 01:15 - Bringing a group back from a long hiatus 05:45 - West Marches Trophy? Topic 13:08 - Trophy RPG overview Media Recs 57:45 - Ari Aster films 01:00:34 - It's a Good Life 01:02:30 - The Ruins (book from 2006) 01:04:32 - Scarlet Hollow Come hang out with us on Discord!
Metrograph recently unveiled a new biannual print publication for cinephiles and cultural connoisseurs which features contributions from novelist Yiyun Li, cartoonist Daniel Clowes, filmmaker Ari Aster, and actors Steve Martin and Simon Rex alongside others. Editors Annabel Brady-Brown and Kelli Weston discuss the publication, and take calls from listeners about their own moviegoing experiences.
Halloween Films: Part 4 (5 of 7). Henry gets cursed by past generations with Ari Aster's Hereditary (currently available for digital purchase / rental). Get the full show now @ FilmBuds.Bandcamp.com!Subscribe / Buy Bonus Shows / Contact
A grieving Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey are haunted by tragic and disturbing occurrences in the podcast studio after rewatching Ari Aster's 2018 film, ‘Hereditary,' starring Toni Collette, Gabriel Byrne, Milly Shapiro, and Alex Wolff. Watch this episode on our Ringer Movies YouTube channel! Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices