Podcasts about Cinema

Should old acquaintance be forgot? And never brought to mind? Join us, and "punk rock" VJ Blaze, as we experience loss and death this New Year across all timezones. Don't own this film? Rent it here.  Or just watch the video version of the episode at http://thefrightdaysociety.org

Join us for our annual box office preview episode, as we look ahead to some of the most anticipated movies and biggest potential hits of 2026. We start our analysis with discussion on a difficult Q1 with few titles poised to become major hits. Our Q2 conversation highlights titles like The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5, Supergirl, and Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day. Q3 should be the best quarter of the year with a monster month of July, where Minions 3, Moana, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey should combine to lift the box office to new heights. We close our discussion with Q4 titles like Jumanji 3, The Cat in the Hat, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, Dune 3, and Avengers: Doomsday..Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18

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Not only is this Veronica and Eli's last episode, it's our fourth annual Cruisemas. With the release of One Battle After Another, we revisit Paul Thomas Anderson's blank check big swing Magnolia (1999), and get into: young PTA and the New New Hollywood, sincerity and good listening, Phil Parma made Chad become a therapist, Fiona Apple as PTA's Polly Platt, we desperately want a Tom Cruise coconut cake, life imitating art with Cruise's Oprah interview, Melora Walters' enigmatic smile, Magnolia trying to understand the same things as the Bible, the bleak prescience of ‘Seduce and Destroy,' how to pace a 3+ hour runtime, and more.Further reading: Roger Ebert's “ecstatic” review, Lynn Hirschberg's profile “His Way,” Steven Hyden on PTA and Fiona Apple for Grantland, and books from friends of the pod Adam Nayman (Paul Thomas Anderson: Masterworks) and Ethan Warren (The Cinema of Paul Thomas Anderson).The Bright Wall/Dark Room Podcast has been co-hosted since 2021 by Veronica Fitzpatrick and Chad Perman, and produced by Eli Sands. Our theme music is composed by Chad. Find every issue of Bright Wall/Dark Room at brightwalldarkroom.com, and thanks for listening.Note: This episode was recorded days before the December 13 shooting at Brown University. Our thoughts remain with Veronica's students and the entire community at Brown and beyond.

When Sebastian, a pianist, and Mia, an actress, follow their passion and achieve success in their respective fields, they find themselves torn between their love for each other and their careers.Send us a textSupport the showPlease subscribe, rate, and review! Thank you for listening! Hope you enjoy!Instagram: http://instagram.com/moviestheyreprettygoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087938154530Twitter: https://twitter.com/moviesgoodpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8iGT7riyJ_K2DFLwfbTemg

Episode Summary Happy New Year! It's officially 2026, and the Netflix vs Cinema team is kicking off the year with a massive retrospective. Tosin, Shaun, and Holly look back at the last 12 months to crown the Best Films & TV of 2025. From the Ryan Coogler vampire thriller Sinners to Netflix's groundbreaking drama Adolescence, we break down the absolute must-watches. Plus, we finally settle the debate: Who won 2025? Tosin reveals the "Dave Beaton Stats"—a comprehensive breakdown of every star rating given on the show this year. Did the Big Screen or the Big Stream come out on top? The results are closer than you think. In This Episode: The 2025 Cinema Awards: The hosts pick their top movies of the year. Shaun's Picks: Sinners and Weapons Tosin's Picks: The "visceral experience" of Sinners and Weapons . Holly's Picks: The Brazilian drama I'm Still Here . The 2025 Streaming Awards: The best TV and streaming movies. Tosin: The BBC's one-shot masterpiece Adolescence . Shaun: The Amazon Prime thriller Relay . Holly: The AMC/Sundance series Sanctuary: A Witch's Tale . Cinema vs. Streaming Stats: We crunch the numbers. We break down the data, including the "highest highs" and "lowest lows" of the year. Other Watches: Chad Powers (Hulu/Disney+): Is Glen Powell's prosthetic-heavy quarterback comedy a touchdown or a fumble? The Instigators (Apple TV+): Matt Damon and Casey Affleck reunite for a heist comedy. 13 Days: Shaun revisits the Kevin Costner Cuban Missile Crisis classic. Keywords: Best Movies of 2025, Sinners Movie Review, Weapons Movie, Superman Legacy, Fantastic Four 2025, Adolescence BBC, Sanctuary A Witch's Tale, Relay Movie, Chad Powers Glen Powell, Film Podcast, Netflix vs Cinema. Hosts: Tosin Shaun Harris Holly Nesling Would you like me to draft a "Winner of 2025" social media post announcing the Cinema vs. Streaming stats? Is Netflix killing cinemas? Each week we weigh up what we've seen in cinemas with what we've watched online at home and figure out which provided the best time. At least, we did before COVID jumped in and declared Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney + and friends the winner. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/netflix-vs-cinema/id1448277363 Listen and subscribe on Youtube Music https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8xPMfsDQIDjM70v1Tah6BiKV4E3UQbaK Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6beXVeSImcgHLsPB22BgE3?si=wdoNI6E0SNqNfoqg4qnw4Q Support Netflix vs Cinema by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/netflixvscinema Find out more at https://netflixvscinema.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

E dopo le parole del presidente Mattarella e il suo monito sui giovani, passiamo alla cronaca prima con una notizia dalla svizzera, e sempre per la cronaca, ci spostiamo ad Amsterdam. Per lo spettacolo Gloria ci illustra le prossime uscite nei cinema mentre la storia di sport di Massimo Boccucci è sulle ultime trovate per rovinare il calcio

Send us a textTo start of the second half of the 2020's, we invited Faus back to the podcast to chat about our top 3 films of the last 5 years. What were your favourites of the decade so far? Let us know on X: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUsTheme Music Credit: Ultra Lights by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61225 Ft: Javolenus

Happy New Year from WEMU and from Marquee Arts! In this special, New Year's Day edition of "Cinema Chat," WEMU's David Fair and Marquee Arts cinema programming director, Nick Alderink, look back on 2025 and ahead to what this year will bring.

This week we talk about Jeff's first session of Expedition 33, trends we don't want to see in 2026, answer your questions, and more!

David Blakeslee, Aaron West, and Brad McDermott got together to keep our annual "favorites of the year" podcast tradition going for Year 16!

Join Trevor, his buddy Brad from the Cinema Speak podcast, and Levi AKA Your Captain Speaking, for a post-Thanksgiving conversation about their "Holiday Hauls" e.g. the movies they were gifted this year for Christmas!Levi's Picks:Paths of Glory (1957) - 4:50Citizen Kane (1941) - 45:45Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat (1989) - 1:25:00Brad's Picks:F1: The Movie (2025) - 16:45Sinners (2025) - 56:50Weapons (2025), Drop (2025) and Sorcerer (1977) - 1:36:00Trevor's Picks:Conan the Barbarian (2011) and Dragonheart (1996) - 33:15King on Screen (2022) and Nevermore: The Raven Effect (2025) - 1:09:45The Killer (1988) and Hard Boiled (1992) - 1:44:452:00:15AND ALSO, stick around for the Speed Round, wherein Brad, Travis and Trevor discuss the various titles that they didn't have time to get to in the main discussion.Check out Brad's podcast, Cinema Speak on ⁠Libsyn at ⁠Cinema Speak⁠⁠, or on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Trevor and Levi are both editors for the Red Cow Arcade YouTube channel, and can be found in the Red Cow Discord.

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 241!  It's the middle of the holiday season and your GBFFs are hoping your enjoying all of the fantastical things the holiday season brings -- friends, lights, troughing, and, of course, holiday entertaintment.  The Boys have been certainly partaking in the festivities including some holiday cinema.This week's MidSection is chocked full with holiday films with an LGBTQ+ story line or character --- who is sometimes just a side story or side piece, if you will.  The Boys are highlighting some gay holiday films to add to your queue for your viewing pleasure during these and future holidays!  Maybe you'll find a new favorite, or your just enjoy sharing some gay-ness with your family or yourself.  The list includes some treasures from some stars and manigolts.  Kicking of this week, Casey and Mark are discussing the various holidays covered amongst "Happy Holidays", eye care health (that's right, these boys are educating you on eye care), the trials of riding a bike, and hygiene.Trash Talk topics this week include the Vanity Fair article and photo shoot about the current Administration, the re-naming of the Kennedy Center, and a new restaurant making a splash in Japan.It's festive, topical, and informative episode for your this week!  So put on some comfy fashions, pour a festive drink for yourself, and pull up a seat to the table to join your GBFFs in this week's convo.  It's time to paint!=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-Let The Boys of Painted Trash know your thoughts on this week's topics and episode! What street festivals do you attend? Do you like street fests? What is your favorite festival??Have a topic idea or story you recommend for Trash Talk, be sure to send it in to our email or through the "contact us" on our website.Follow us on:Instagram: instragram.com/paintedtrashpodTwitter: twitter.com/paintedtrashpodFacebook: facebookcom/paintedtrashpodcastDon't forget to click Subscribe and/or Follow and leave us a review!email: paintedtrashpodcast@gmail.comweb: www.paintedtrashpodcast.com

As the year winds down and the calendar flips over, we're ringing in the New Year with a special bonus episode dedicated to one of our favorite—and most elusive—writers: Thomas Pynchon. In this New Year's Eve edition of Ticket Stubs, we gather to talk about what Pynchon's work has meant to us over the years, why his voice remains so singular in modern literature, and how his obsessions with paranoia, the past, and slapstick continue to resonate. From there, we dive into One Battle After Another, the recent adaptation of Vineland from director Paul Thomas Anderson, another favorite of ours. Then, we share our thoughts on Pynchon's long-awaited new novel, Shadow Ticket, before closing things out by putting our cards on the table with our own personal rankings of his novels. Whether you're a longtime Pynchon devotee, a curious newcomer, or just looking to close out the year with a little chaos and conspiratorial joy, we hope you'll spend what's left of 2025, or perhaps even the earliest part of 2026...or actually anytime in the foreseeable (or not?) future...with us. Any and all digressions are welcome when it comes to discussing this artist and his work. And believe me, we take digressions aplenty! As always, please like, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever else you listen. Got thoughts or questions? Email us at huffmanbrothersproductions@gmail.com.

This Sanity Cinema episode was recorded in 2024 and sat unreleased — until now.We revisit Predator (1987) and talk through what makes it a classic, from the cast and setting to the way it blends action, sci-fi, and horror.A laid-back movie conversation about one of the most recognizable films of the era.This episode of Sanity Lounge is sponsored by Meighan Moves, Baltimore's trusted realtor helping people find their perfect spot in Charm City. Check them out at meighanmoves.com#SanityCinema #Predator #MoviePodcast #FilmTalk #1980sMovies #CultClassic #MeighanMoves

As date night options go, the cinema is a timeless classic which can be both fun and romantic. Even in the age of “Netflix and chill”, there's an appeal to the immersive experience you can only get watching a film on the big screen. So if you're wondering what to do this Valentine's Day, why not book a cinema visit? You may not be having a conversation, but you can interpret body language. If it's a first date, and they're on their phone all the time, that might be off putting. If your date is comfortable enough to hold your hand or let you put your arm around their shoulder without it being awkward, that's a good sign. Of course, don't be pushy or intrusive. Make sure you ask your date for consent before trying any kind of physical intimacy. How can you have a good date when you're not even talking to one another during the film? Any tips for a great cinema date? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I reduce my belly fat?⁠ ⁠What are the health benefits of algae?⁠ ⁠Why am I getting bags and circles under my eyes?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/2/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AMATEUR DORK CINEMA Episode 23- War Of The Big Guy On This Episode Of AMATEUR DORK CINEMA: We will be talking about Our Top 5 Best/ Worst Films of 2025, Another Digital Review of “Anaconda”, Previewing films coming out in January, and Much, Much More. Check out the ADC Video's over on Trivial Theaters Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VmbDGLgGjw https://youtu.be/pXf6HGkozm8?si=n7E6WTIyyKMDLMRE —You can email us at anotherdigitalcitizen@gmail.com— — Also, Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify today! — Apple Podcasts: — https://tinyurl.com/y4hahrc2 — Spotify: — https://tinyurl.com/y6bt2kd8 —

It's the end of 2025, so naturally we're settling scores. The gang kicks off revisiting what we somehow rated the highest this year and arguing whether those scores still hold up. From anime to TV, movies, and games, we run through our favorite 2025 recommendations—and a few picks that definitely say more about us than the media itself.We dive headfirst into a full spoiler discussion of the Plur1bus finale, breaking down what worked, what didn't, and whether the ending actually earned its big swings.Izzy gives his take on the live-action How to Train Your Dragon, wrestling with nostalgia, shot-for-shot faithfulness, and the uncomfortable realization that it might actually work.Mox checks in with Another World, spotlighting a lesser-talked-about animated film out of Hong Kong and why it stood out visually and thematically.Gibbs unloads by suffering through—and reporting back on—a pile of truly awful Christmas movies, because someone had to do it, and it definitely wasn't going to be Izzy.Finally, we close out 2025 by diving into a full review of Battle of the Sexes as part of the ongoing Emmaverse, unpacking its themes, performances, and whether it deserves its place in our ever-growing Emma Stone–adjacent cinematic journey.End-of-year chaos, Emmaverse commitments, strong opinions, questionable rankings, and absolutely no restraint. See you in 2026.Support us on Patreon!

In the final episode of 2025, the team gathers to debate the future of the industry: with rumors of Netflix potentially acquiring Warner Bros, is there still value in the cinematic experience? Tosin, Sean, and a house-bound Holly break down the week's biggest releases on the big screen and the big stream, before revealing their top movie picks of the year. In This Episode: Zootropolis 2 (Cinema): Tosin heads to the cinema for the highly anticipated animated sequel Zootropolis 2 (Zootopia 2). Does the introduction of reptiles and the heavy focus on "zoning law" politics hold up to the original? Featuring a voice cast including Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Idris Elba, Ke Huy Quan, and Fortune Feimster. Irish Blood (Netflix): Holly reviews Alicia Silverstone's comeback in the Netflix mystery-drama Irish Blood . We discuss Silverstone's performance as an LA lawyer following a trail of clues to Wexford, Ireland. Silent Night, Deadly Night (Cinema): Sean reviews the slasher Silent Night, Deadly Night , featuring a killer Santa, "Garbage Day" vibes, and a convoluted plot involving an old people's home. Stream of the Week: Sean recommends Relay on Amazon Prime, a thriller starring Riz Ahmed and Lily James, directed by David Mackenzie. Best Films of 2025: The hosts share their standout films of the year, including: Sinners Weapons The Fantastic Four I'm Still Here September 5 Hosts: Tosin (Bromsgrove) Sean Harris (World Cup Bound) Holly Nesling (London Correspondent) Keywords: Zootropolis 2 Review, Irish Blood Netflix, Alicia Silverstone, Zootopia 2, Riz Ahmed, Relay Amazon Prime, Best Movies of 2025, Film Reviews, Netflix vs Cinema Podcast. Is Netflix killing cinemas? Each week we weigh up what we've seen in cinemas with what we've watched online at home and figure out which provided the best time. At least, we did before COVID jumped in and declared Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney + and friends the winner. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/netflix-vs-cinema/id1448277363 Listen and subscribe on Youtube Music https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8xPMfsDQIDjM70v1Tah6BiKV4E3UQbaK Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6beXVeSImcgHLsPB22BgE3?si=wdoNI6E0SNqNfoqg4qnw4Q Support Netflix vs Cinema by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/netflixvscinema Find out more at https://netflixvscinema.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Kohra (1964) is one of the most atmospheric and intellectually rich mystery films of classic Hindi cinema. Starring Waheeda Rehman and Biswajeet, directed by Biren Nag, written by Dhruva Chatterjee, and produced by Hemant Kumar, Kohra stands apart for its haunting visuals, psychological depth, and poetic suspense.Inspired by Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca, the film transforms a Gothic Western novel into a deeply Indian cinematic experience. Fog-filled corridors, candle-lit interiors, eerie silences, and unforgettable music like “Yeh Nayan Dare Dare” and “Jhoom Jhoom Dhalti Raat” create an atmosphere where fear, memory, and guilt merge seamlessly.This video explores:– The story and themes of Kohra– Waheeda Rehman's restrained and powerful performance– Dhruva Chatterjee's elegant suspense writing– Hemant Kumar's music as a narrative force– Marshall Braganza's masterful cinematography and use of mist and shadow– Why Kohra remains a landmark in Hindi psychological thrillersKohra is not just a mystery film. It is a meditation on fear, love, and the shadows of the past — and one of the finest examples of Gothic storytelling in Indian cinema.If you enjoy classic Bollywood, intelligent thrillers, and film history, this is a must-watch analysis.#Kohra1964#WaheedaRehman#DhruvaChatterjee#HemantKumar#BirenNag#MarshallBraganza#ClassicBollywood#HindiCinema#BollywoodThrillers#GothicCinema#IndianFilmHistory#DiscoverIndia

Ultima puntata dell'anno, quindi non perdiamo tempo: ci aspetta l'analisi di una notizia storica per One Piece, la serie Sandokan e il racconto del viaggio nelle serie tv di questo 2025 di Sono Cose Serie. — Fate un salto su https://sonocoseserie.it per scoprire di più su di noi. Abbiamo anche altri progetti in giro per […]

In this year-end episode of Frequency 3.0.8.0, we revisit 2025 through the films that defined it. From unconventional narratives and slow-burning character studies to comfort classics and visually striking stories, this episode brings together a thoughtfully curated list of standout watches. Each recommendation goes beyond plot, touching on themes of identity, morality, love, power, and human complexity. More than a countdown, this episode reflects on cinema as a companion through time—and gently reminds us to step away from the screen and live the stories waiting for us outside.

CINEMA! E ANCORA CINEMA!Nuovo appuntamento con la mia rubrica "improvvisata" in cui esprimo opinioni su film visti da pochi minuti al Cinema per ricordarvi che il CINEMA è AL CINEMA!Può l'Arte salvarci dagli orrori del mondo o anche solo renderci liberi per quello che ci rimane della nostra fin troppo fugace esistenza?Secondo il film di Damiano Michieletto "Primavera", la risposta è assolutamente sì. Ma non senza fatica.

Tra i molti generi cinematografici, l'Horror è uno dei pochi a mantenere sempre e comunque una certa attrattiva che porta sempre e comunque il pubblico davanti al grande schermo. La verità è che l'orrore è una delle sensazioni primordiali più difficili da combattere e forse solo al Cinema è possibile esorcizzarlo.Ecco a voi le storie horror cinematografiche degne di nota per provare terrore, disgusto oppure desolazione.Giunti negli anni '90, la saga di Freddy Krueger era morta e sepolta ma c'era ancora qualcuno che voleva dire la sua: Wes Craven.Indispettito dal modo in cui fu sfruttata la sua creatura più nota, Craven presentò il suo "Nuovo Incubo" per riflettere sul rapporto tra il pubblico e il cinema horror.01. Text link alla HomepageeREADERhttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-libri%2Fmigliori-libri-2025-da-leggerehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Frakuten-kobo-remotehttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fofferte-giochi-giocattoli%2F15-su-giochi-disponibilita-immediatahttps://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=9777&awinaffid=2619870&campaign=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ibs.it%2Fcarta-cultura-giovani-carta-merito

The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what's ripe for rediscovery. The third year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2015. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of 2016 in 2026, subscribe to our Patreon here for as little as $1 a month. In the latest episode, I catch up with a dear friend, Ethan Warren (writer, musician and OHM podcast host of Pod Thomas Anderson and The Great Henson Caper), to science the shit out of THE MARTIAN.Ethan Warren (Host of Pod Thomas Anderson and The Great Henson Caper)Ethan Warren is the author of The Cinema of Paul Thomas Anderson: American Apocrypha from Columbia University Press.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

l⁠⁠⁠inktr.ee/CatchingUpOnCinema⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's Barbarian Cinema Month here at Catching Up On Cinema!All month long we'll be reviewing movies from the barbarian boom of the 1980's and beyond!This week, in a very special video edition of Catching Up On Cinema, Trevor is joined by his buddy Levi AKA Your Captain Speaking, to review John McTiernan's, The 13th Warrior (1999)!Trevor and Levi are both editors for the Red Cow Arcade YouTube channel, and can be found in the Red Cow Discord.

Tight spaces, space cannibals, and space madness, oh my! Shaun Duke, Daniel Haeusser, and Aurelius Raines II join forces to talk about 2009’s Pandorum! Together, they tackle the film’s set design, get squiggly about space spelunking, talk about space cannibal families, and more! Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Send us your comments, questions, and suggestions! Follow us on Twitch! Pandorum (2009) Grades: Shaun: B Daniel: D+ Aurelius: C Average: C If you have a question you'd like us to answer, feel free to shoot us a message on our contact page. Our new intro and outro music comes from Holy Mole. You can support his work at patreon.com/holymole. See you later, navigator!

You know the score: Adam rediscovers his ticket stubs from the year of the same name: 2002. It's an in-the-moment ‘live' recollection of what he saw, who he was, where he sat, and how much it cost. Turns out 2002 was a real banger of a year. What did you see in 2002? What was the best flick of 2002?? Got a film you forgot you forgot?  Join our growing Discord community and tell us all about it. https://discord.gg/XNrd3e6qht Or send us an email at moviesyouforgotyouforgot@gmail.com with your thoughts, episode suggestions, or just some light praise. You can also follow Adam @errorofways on Letterboxd; he rates and reviews the films he watches.  Also, be a pal: tell your chums, rate us, review us, shout our name into the void - whatever helps spread the word.

Check out our other socials here: https://linktr.ee/closecallspod Sorry we've been gone for awhile everyone. Things have been busy for the holiday season. Here is an episode we recorded back at the beginning of December. Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays! Intro - 0:00 Our Thanksgivings and Holiday Plans - 02:20 The Mount Rushmore of Superheroes - 29:18 Mount Rushmore of Heroes in Cinema - 37:45 Mount Rushmore of Female Comic book Characters - 44:40 Mount Rushmore of Supervillains - 49:07 Mount Rushmore of Sidekicks - 54:45 Mount Rushmore of Black Comic book Characters - 57:41 Mount Rushmore of Anti-heroes - 01:01:03 Mount Rushmore of Superhero Spouses - 01:03:27 Batman/Deadpool (DC Edition) Review - 01:05:23 DC KO Issue 2 - 01:33:28   Thanks for listening!

Join Nick and Sonja as they ring in the New Year the best way they know how - by going back to the 1990s. In this episode, we visit '90s New Year's films!We start with the 1999 MTV Films production of 200 Cigarettes. Sure, it takes place in 1981, but the film is still oozing with all of the '90s tropes and charm you can't get enough of. Second, we visit the anthology film by Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, Alexandre Rockwell, and Allison Anders, in which Tim Roth stars. Four Rooms.Finally, we look at the dystopian action thriller that's co-written by James Cameron and directed by Kathryn Bigelow: the underappreciated masterpiece, Strange Days. ❗️SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE ❗️Support the showSign up for our Patreon for exclusive Bonus Content.Follow the podcast on Instagram @gimmethreepodcastYou can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

Sundance feature programmer Ania Trzebiatowska joins the show to talk about curation as craft, responsibility, and intuition. From her roots in Poland to running Krakow's Off Camera festival, working in acquisitions at Visit Films, and programming U.S. and world documentary features at Sundance, Ania reflects on how taste is formed and why being pleasantly surprised when viewing submissions still matters most.We discuss the realities filmmakers obsess over, including who you know, timing, marketplace “success,” and why Vimeo analytics do not tell the full story. Ania breaks down what actually happens behind the scenes at Sundance, how programmers balance limited slots with thousands of film submissions, and why being the right fit matters more than trends or agendas.She shares why festivals need balance between urgent, heavy films and work that is entertaining, humane, and emotionally alive. Drawing from examples like André Is an Idiot and Gleason, Ania explains how character-driven storytelling can carry even the most difficult subjects. Advice to filmmakers: do your research, be clear about what you are making, and remember that programmers are rooting for you, even when the answer might still be no.What Movies Are You Watching? Listen to all episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more, as well as at www.pastpresentfeature.com. Like, subscribe, and follow us on our socials @pastpresentfeature The Past Present Feature Film Festival - Nov. 20-22, 2026 in Hollywood, CA - Submit at filmfreeway.com/PastPresentFeature

In our Ghostbusters 2 (1989) Review, Whitey and Damo strap the proton packs back on and head to New York City for a sequel that arrived five years too late and never quite captured the lightning in a bottle of the original. After seeing Ghostbusters (1984) an almost unhealthy number of times, expectations for the follow-up were sky high. What we got instead was a softer, louder, more kid-friendly sequel that trades sharp satire and genuine menace for slime, singing and some very questionable creative choices.Set against a New Year's Eve backdrop, Ghostbusters II reunites Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis and Ernie Hudson as the once-celebrated paranormal heroes, now sidelined, sued and reduced to performing at children's birthday parties. When Dana Barrett's baby becomes the target of an ancient Carpathian villain named Vigo, the boys are forced back into action to stop an underground river of pink slime, fueled by negative emotions, from swallowing New York whole.On paper, it sounds like a solid premise. In execution, it feels like a sequel constantly fighting itself. The episode breaks down how Ghostbusters II leans heavily on repeating beats from the original, courtroom chaos, montages, and paranormal mayhem, without ever understanding why those moments worked the first time. The result is a film that feels over-lit, over-explained and strangely toothless.Whitey and Damo dig into the tonal confusion at the heart of the movie. Is this meant to be for kids, adults, or fans of the original? The answer seems to be “all of the above”, which unfortunately means it never fully commits to any of them. The darker elements, Vigo, the possessed nanny, the skull-filled subway, hint at something more sinister, but they are quickly undercut by jokes that miss the mark and a finale that relies on good vibes and sing-alongs to save the day.There is still fun to be had. Rick Moranis is once again the MVP, delivering genuine laughs as Lewis Tully, especially in the courtroom scenes and his chemistry with Annie Potts' Janine. Their relationship is one of the few elements that actually evolves from the first film and provides some heart amid the chaos. The Ecto-1 makeover also earns praise, because if you are going to revisit this universe, you may as well do it in style.Unfortunately, other characters fare far worse. Winston is once again sidelined and reduced to explaining the plot in plain English before disappearing for long stretches. Sigourney Weaver, fresh off Aliens and Gorillas in the Mist, is criminally underused. Bill Murray's Peter Venkman, once effortlessly charming, feels disengaged and oddly mean-spirited, lacking the spark that made him iconic.The episode also takes aim at the film's baffling logic, from characters wandering into danger without proton packs to slime that magically stops affecting people once jackets come off. And then there is Vigo himself, a villain with an impressively grim backstory who somehow becomes one of the least threatening antagonists of the era.By the time the Statue of Liberty moonwalks through Manhattan and New Yorkers save the day through collective positivity, Born to Watch has a verdict. Ghostbusters II is not unwatchable, but it is the definition of a sequel made by committee, one that misunderstands its own appeal and plays it far too safe.It is a fascinating case study in how not to follow a classic.JOIN THE CONVERSATION Did Ghostbusters II deserve a reappraisal, or is it a nostalgia trap? Was Vigo ever scary, or just underwritten? Should this franchise have stopped after one film?Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or at BornToWatch.com.au #BornToWatch #Ghostbusters2 #Ghostbusters1990 #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #80sMovies #90sSequels #IvanReitman #BillMurray #MovieNostalgia

What is the best movie you saw in 2025? New York Times film critic Alissa Wilkinson discusses her list of the best movies of the year, and takes calls from listeners who want to share their favorite movie of 2025.

The Cinema College Custodians take over for the Film School Janitors once again, and this time they are tackling a film with a lot of baggage - and we're not talking baggage you claim at the airport! LOVE ACTUALLY arrived at the baggage claim, er, at the theaters in 2003, and it's had a storied history of re-evaluations since then, so now it's the Custodians turn! Unwrap this Joni Mitchell CD and maybe it's an ugly necklace!

Jen and Sarah were selected to contribute to the Cinema Legacy Poll hosted by Tom and Dana of The Greatest Movie of All Time podcast. In this episode, Jen and Sarah guess each other's number one pick, but there's a twist! They only have three emojis to use as a hint. Learn more about the Cinema Legacy Poll and The Greatest Movie of All Time podcast at ronnyduncanstudios.com/gmoatpodcast. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the latest on Movies & Us and TV & Us. And subscribe to Movies & Us on YouTube for full video episodes and more. Join the & Us Living Room for early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, and more!

Join Zack and Jenny as we answer the questions that nobody bothered to ask about The Last Seduction. Come with us as we discuss a movie with a main character who literally has no redeeming qualities.  I can't think of many others.  Also join us as we talk about the history of the erotic thriller in general.

Things are looking dire down in the Molehole, and while Eric's out looking for a new place to live, we decide to try to cheer Greg up by finally watching his favorite movie of all time, The Return of the Living Dead (1985)! We get down to talking about all the zombie tropes introduced in the film, show Tarman and Linnea Quigley a lot of love, turn an crematorium into a guy fryer, and discuss the sin of cooking steaks from frozen! Leave us a 30 second voicemail and if we like it we'll play it on the show: (949) 4-STABBY (949-478-2229)Next movie announced every Wednesday. New episodes every Monday. Follow us on the things:Website: https://www.stabbypod.comLinktree: https://www.linktr.ee/stabbystabbyInstagram:  @stabbypod  https://www.instagram.com/stabbypod/Letterboxd:   https://boxd.it/dp1ACSend us a text

Brigitte Bardot, cinema icon, has died in France at the age of 91. A person of strong political views, she stopped acting in the 1970s and dedicated herself to the welfare of animals.

No episódio desta semana do CO2, Brunão e Baconzitos trazem recomendações de filmes que você não pode perder, além de todas as novidades do cinema e os filmes em cartaz que estão fazendo sucesso nas telonas e no streaming. Fique por dentro dos lançamentos mais aguardados nas principais plataformas como Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max e Prime Video, e confira o Top 5 Bilheteria atualizado para garantir as melhores escolhas para o seu entretenimento. Além das melhores recomendações de filmes e das novidades do cinema, prepare-se para se divertir com notícias inusitadas, como o assalto natalino no Canadá e o traficante vacilão da Califórnia. E claro, não perca a tradicional leitura de e-mails e comentários dos ouvintes dos podcasts QueIssoAssim, CO2 e Reflix. Se você quer ficar por dentro dos filmes em cartaz, descobrir novidades do cinema e receber recomendações certeiras, este episódio é seu guia essencial para aproveitar ao máximo o mundo do entretenimento! Para comprar o livro Vale da Estranheza de Fernanda Carvalho clique aqui Algumas músicas pela https://slip.stream

Send us a textWelcome to another episode of Yappin N Shxt! In today's episode: It's Christmas Eve!Floods & more bad weather everywhereSeahawks = cinemaYappin N Shxt is a production of Lost Dawgs Media.Listen to us on all of your favorite podcasting apps!Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yappinnshxtpod/

We've looked at resistance to fascism. The police state. Faith peddlers. And journalists holding power accountable. The first few episodes in this series have looked at serious topics when dealing with encroaching authoritarianism. For the fifth and final episode of the series for 2025, it's time to have a little bit of fun. While cinematic propaganda has been around for pretty much the entirety of the medium's existence, when it comes to American propaganda, there was something about the politics of the 1980s that found its way into a lot of action cinema. Joining me is Phil Fasso, and here we discuss "Rambo: First Blood - Part II" and "Rambo III", "Invasion U.S.A." and "The Sum of All Fears". I hope you enjoy!

Mike Viers returns to the Spoiler Room to discuss this 1991 action thriller called "Toy Soldiers" starring Sean Astin, Wil Wheaton, and Louis Gossett Jr. Find out who enjoys it, who hated it and just how violent it is. Join us for a fun spirited discussion in our last episode of 2025.Shamelist Picture Show: https://cinepunx.com/podcast-episodes/the-shame-list-picture-show/Ian's Website: https://kickseat.com/

We blue ourselves for this third installment of James Cameron's Pandora odyssey "Avatar: Fire and Ash"! Can big Jim go the distance with a third Nav'i film or is it time to abandon ship? If you're enjoying the show, consider buying us a coffee, sending us an email or hitting us up on Letterboxd, Twitter(X), BlueSky or Instagram!You can catch our episodes early and ad free over on Nebula! Sign up with the link below. It really helps out the pod so we thank you in advance!https://go.nebula.tv/theonlypodcastaboutmoviesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week in the last video store near you The Admirable Admiral and But Maestro get together in the break room to discuss Zathura A Space Adventure from 2005.

Our annual Christmas present got delayed with Del Griffith - the extended fancut of the Thanksgiving classic Planes, Trains and Automobiles, the masterpiece from John Hughes, John Candy, and Steve Martin.Panelists: Steve, Fabs

A terceira edição da nossa retrospectiva chegou! Escolhemos os eventos do ano que, na nossa humilde opinião, marcarão a história do Brasil e do mundo. Separe trinta minutos do seu dia e aprenda com o professor Vítor Soares (@profvitorsoares) sobre os eventos que vão para os livros de história de 2025.-Se você quiser ter acesso a episódios exclusivos e quiser ajudar o História em Meia Hora a continuar de pé, clique no link: www.apoia.se/historiaemmeiahoraConheça o meu canal no YouTube e assista o História em Dez Minutos!https://www.youtube.com/@profvitorsoaresConheça meu outro canal: História e Cinema!https://www.youtube.com/@canalhistoriaecinemaOuça "Reinaldo Jaqueline", meu podcast de humor sobre cinema e TV:https://open.spotify.com/show/2MsTGRXkgN5k0gBBRDV4okCompre o livro "História em Meia Hora - Grandes Civilizações"!https://a.co/d/47ogz6QCompre meu primeiro livro-jogo de história do Brasil "O Porão":https://amzn.to/4a4HCO8PIX e contato: historiaemmeiahora@gmail.comApresentação: Prof. Vítor Soares.Roteiro: Prof. Vítor Soares e Prof. Victor Alexandre (@profvictoralexandre)REFERÊNCIAS USADAS:DEUTSCHE WELLE (DW). O mês em imagens: janeiro–dezembro de 2025. Bonn: DW, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.dw.com. Acesso em: 2025.THE GUARDIAN. International, climate and conflict coverage – 2025. Londres: Guardian News & Media, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.theguardian.com. Acesso em: 2025.BBC NEWS. World News and Global Analysis – 2025. Londres: BBC, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.bbc.com/news. Acesso em: 2025.THE NEW YORK TIMES. International News and Analysis – 2025. Nova York: The New York Times Company, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.nytimes.com. Acesso em: 2025.ORGANIZAÇÃO DAS NAÇÕES UNIDAS (ONU). Relatórios e comunicados oficiais – 2025. Nova York: ONU, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.un.org. Acesso em: 2025.ORGANIZAÇÃO MUNDIAL DA SAÚDE (OMS). World Health Updates and Global Reports – 2025. Genebra: OMS, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.who.int. Acesso em: 2025.PAINEL INTERGOVERNAMENTAL SOBRE MUDANÇAS CLIMÁTICAS (IPCC). Climate Change Reports and Updates – 2025. Genebra: IPCC, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.ipcc.ch. Acesso em: 2025.BANCO MUNDIAL. Global Economic Prospects 2025. Washington, DC: World Bank, 2025. Disponível em: https://www.worldbank.org. Acesso em: 2025.

Let's Talk - MoviesEpisode 92: RoboCop (1987) - Rapid ReviewJason Connell revisits the classic 1987 film, RoboCop, with a rapid review, sharing sharp insights and impressions on why the movie still holds up today.Recorded: 12-23-25Studio: Just Curious MediaListen:BuzzsproutApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsAmazon MusiciHeartRadioTuneInWatch:YouTubeFollow:FacebookInstagramHost:Jason ConnellAffiliates:BuzzsproutRiversideWe Edit Podcasts#justcuriousmedia #letstalkmovies #mrjasonconnell #cinema #classicmovies #movies #moviereviews #film #filmreviews #studios #producers #directors #writers #actors #moviestars #boxoffice #robocopSend us a textSupport the show

Our season of women Best Director nominees continues with Greta Gerwig's Lady Bird. Let's go on a trip back to post-9/11 high school and all the drama, anxiety, and oddity it contained.Hope you have a lovely holiday and get a chance to watch whatever films fit the bill for you (Die Hard or otherwise). You can shoot us an email at whatisamoviepod@gmail.com

Jen and Sarah were selected to contribute to the Cinema Legacy Poll hosted by Tom and Dana of The Greatest Movie of All Time podcast. In this episode, Jen and Sarah guess each other's top 2-4 picks, but there's a twist! They only have three emojis to use as a hint. Learn more about the Cinema Legacy Poll and The Greatest Movie of All Time podcast at ronnyduncanstudios.com/gmoatpodcast. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the latest on Movies & Us and TV & Us. And subscribe to Movies & Us on YouTube for full video episodes and more. Join the & Us Living Room for early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, and more!