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As Dan and Becky are on vacation, the original cast of A24 Rocks comes back to review one of the most beloved A24 films of all time in The Green Knight. Directed by David Lowery, and starring Dev Patel, The Green Knight is about a nephew of King Arthur playing a Christmas game with a fantasy creature called The Green Knight. The Green Knight challenges someone in King Arthur's court to give him a blow, and in return, the Green Knight will give them blow back to them next Christmas. Gawain answers this challenge by chopping off his head. And as next Christmas approaches, Gawain sets off on an arduous journey to complete the Christmas game and find the courage to receive what he gave the Green Knight. Caution: movie spoilers.Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otrIntro- 0:00 to 2:44.Film Discussion- 2:44 to 1:32:52.Film Review/Outro- 1:32:52 to End.

EPISODE 365 - Kevin and Will discuss the newly released Spider-Man film Brand New Day. Joining us after about 40 minutes is special guest Cameron Hines, Kevin's son! As a 10-year-old big fan of Spider-Man, we were curious about HIS take on this film! We let you know before we get into spoilers, but then we dive right in! Enjoy! ------- Subscribe at screwitpodcasts.com to support the show and get bonus monthly episodes! Email us at screwitcomics@gmail.com  

Zodiac is a 2007 film directed by David Fincher and starring Jake Gylenhaal, Robert Downey Jr., and Mark Ruffalo. It covers the infamous Zodiac killings in the late 60s and early 70s in the Bay Area, and how a cartoonist named Robert Graysmith became obsessed with the case, and eventually wrote a book about it. The A24 Rocks crew discusses the messages this film sent about media frenzies, conspiracy rabbit holes, and why the Zodiac killer was never caught. Zodiac, if you're still out there, feel free to post a decipherable code on our social media. Caution: movie spoilers. Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otrIntro- 0:00 to 3:03.Film Discussion- 3:03 to 1:10:01.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:10:01 to End.

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, it's a #JustGreg episode where Greg talks about the Steve Spielberg film Disclosure Day. As an experiencer, this movie really spoke to Greg but why? Did it speak to you? There may be spoilers! E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/ www.facebook.com/gethauntedusa www.facebook.com/PUNMedia1 Website:…

Val is a documentary about the Top Gun and Batman star, and late Hollywood heartthrob Val Kilmer. Many knew him from his blockbuster films, but didn't know the more personal aspects of his life, and his struggle with throat cancer. The A24 Rocks crew reviews this autobiographical documentary, and the host sparks some heated debate: was this a poignant autobiography or did it whitewash the more troublesome aspects of Val Kilmer's life? Caution: movie spoilers. Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otr. Intro- 0:00 to 2:18.Film Discussion- 2:18 to 1:17:13.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:17:13 to End.

This episode, Andrew Hunter Scholey and James Thornton convene to discuss "I Like Movies" (2022). They discuss the background of the film's director/screenwriter Chandler Levack, how this scrappy indie Covid-shot film ever got made, and how to balance an unlikable protagonist. All fun stuff is contained within.

On this week's A24 Vibe Discussion, the A24 Rocks crew goes back to the 2010 Darren Aronofsky film Black Swan. Natalie Portman won an Academy Award for her role as Nina in this psychological-horror movie about a ballerina who wins the prima ballerina role in the Tchaikovsky ballet Swan Lake. Nina is groomed and taken advantage of by her teacher Thomas (portrayed by Vincent Cassel), while she has hallucinations and anxieties, especially about a new ballerina named Lily (portrayed by Mila Kunis) who transferred from a different company. How has Black Swan aged 16 years later, and where does this land amongst the body horror films these film reviewers have reviewed? Caution: movie spoilers.Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otr.Intro- 0:00 to 1:29.Film Discussion- 1:29 to 1:00:14.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:00:14 to End.

Pod People, ever met a demon twink? Ever made a deal with one? On this episode, we discuss the short film Demon Twink, directed by Steven George and available to watch for free online: https://www.demontwinkfilm.com/ Demon Twink explores themes of otherness, connection, and the lengths we'll go to find love, and we absolutely loved this film! (There's also some really incredible merch for sale and opportunities to help the team turn this short into a feature film - you know what to do, fam!) We also throw it back to Leviticus, one of our favorite films from the Sundance Film Festival, now that the film has had its theatrical release. We discuss our favorite scenes and why we think it's such an exciting and important film for contemporary horror audiences. Finally, we touch on all the incredible indie horror that's been dominating the box office and what it means for the future of the genre on film. It's a great time to be a horror fan! Twitter - @HorrorMarginsFacebook - @HorrorInTheMarginsPodcastInstagram - @horrorinthemarginsTikTok - @horrorinthemarginsIf there's a movie you'd like us to review or a creator you'd like us to interview, send us an email at horrorinthemargins@gmail.com. We're happy to consider your suggestions. Stay spooky, Pod People. Podcast intro - Music by The_Mountain from PixabayPodcast outro - Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay

It's not often that we bring so many new movies to the podcast for Recommend or Refute or main discussions, but here we are. The new Steven Spielberg film is loose and somehow it's getting positive reviews. Clocking in at almost 2.5 hours, Disclosure Day (2026) is Spielberg's take on what's required to get the truth out into the universe, but is it truly Spielberg's best film in 20 years (according to certain outlets)?  Dixon and John don't have much nice to say about it. Are they just being haters? With a special guest sitting in, what afterthoughts will be disclosed? You'll just to have to listen to find out.

Based on a 148 tweet thread (that is partially based on a true story), Zola is a film about a Detroit stripper named Zola (portrayed by Taylour Paige) who meets a woman named Stefani (portrayed by Riley Keough) and decides to take a road trip down to Florida to dance in a club down south. Things quickly go awry when Zola realizes X (portrayed by Colman Domingo), the man driving the car, has other intentions in mind. The A24 Rocks crew discusses one of the first films to be made from a viral internet story. Also of interest: Zola was almost made by James Franco before his sexual misconduct allegations surfaced, and Janicza Bravo took over the production. Caution: movie spoilers.Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otr.Intro- 0:00 to 2:15.Film Discussion- 2:15 to 1:06:43.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:06:43 to End.

As part of Mickey Rourke Talk series, I share my thoughts on Angel Heart (1987) an intense noir, still extremely controversial, impeccably filmed and one of my favourites, Johnny Favourite' one might say. Mickey in his prime era, brilliant here.Directed by Alan Parker also starring Charlotte Rampling, Robert DeNiro, Kathleen Whilhoite, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Nicole Burdette as Ellie. Enjoy my ramblings and thought threads on this wild, devilish mystery. Search for more Mickey Rourke Talk, back episodes on Cine-Critique.https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

In this episode, Andrew Hunter Scholey and Melissa Jean Miller discuss "Margaret's Museum" (1995). A film that received a lot of acclaim and has a big star in it, but somehow seems to now be mostly lost. How did things end up this way? What is the long and winding path this film took to getting made in the first place? And what does this film have to say about an often ignored dark part of Canadian history? That and more explored within.

False Positive is a 2021 psychological horror film starring Ilana Glazer, Justin Theroux, and Pierce Brosnan. It's about a woman named Lucy who's having trouble conceiving with her husband Adrian. They go to a fertility doctor named Dr. John Hindle who promises Lucy that she will become pregnant. Little does she know, this will turn into the pregnancy from hell. The A24 Rocks crew debates the wide-ranging themes of the film, including misogyny in healthcare and living in a patriarchal society. Caution: movie spoilers.Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otrIntro- 0:00 to 2:55.Film Discussion- 2:55 to 59:28.Film Ratings/Outro- 59:28 to End.

It's the month that never ends....it's Vs-es Month!Today's episode pits White House Down against, you guessed it, Olympus Has Fallen.Olympus Has Fallen follows Gerard Butler as he tries to stop a terrorist plot to storm the White House and gain control of the United States' nukes.Gripping? We'll find out as we compare the two films. And while we're at it, we'll also figure out who would watch this.If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

The A24 Rocks crew reviews another "American Dream" story in Minari, a film about a Korean family that moves to rural Arkansas while Jacob (the dad, portrayed by Steven Yeun) tries to make it as a farmer growing Korean vegetables. The family adjusts to this new life in Arkansas while Jacob and his wife Monica struggle with their relationship. When Grandma Soonja moves in, she brings pieces of home with her, that perfectly resembles the old world blending with the new. What will these film reviewers think of one of the most acclaimed films of 2021? Caution: movie spoilers. https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otrIntro- 0:00 to 2:53.Film Discussion- 2:53 to 1:04:42.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:04:42 to End.

This is our spoiler-free review of Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day. We break down the film's classic Spielberg visual style, strong performances, ambitious themes, and the narrative choices that both elevate and frustrate. Plus, we discuss where Disclosure Day ranks among Spielberg's celebrated sci-fi adventures and why, despite its flaws, it still captures that unmistakable sense of wonder only he can deliver. Disclosure Day premieres exclusively in theatres on June 12, 2026. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

We have officially reviewed and watched 100 A24 films! Hooray! On this long, strange journey, we meet a familiar foe: a horror film about a woman with mental health issues. Saint Maud is about a Roman Catholic woman named Maud (portrayed by Morfydd Clark) with a traumatic past who comes to nurse for a woman named Amanda (Jennifer Ehle). Maud has hallucinations and constantly feels the presence of God, but are her hallucinations real or psychosis? The A24 Rocks crew discusses this heavily Catholic film, on their 100th A24 episode. Caution: movie spoilers.Watch Eric's latest Firelake Media documentary- The Labadie Collection- Why U-M Has the Largest Collection of Anarchist Ephemera in the U.S.Buy us a coffee.Intro- 0:00 to 3:30.Film Discussion- 3:30 to 1:00:16.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:00:16 to End.

This is our spoiler-free review of Masters of the Universe! Join us as we discuss director Travis Knight's ambitious new take on the iconic franchise. We break down the film's nostalgic fantasy adventure, its reimagining of Adam and He-Man, standout performances from the cast, and the larger-than-life world of Eternia. We also discuss the film's campy charm, uneven visual effects, Daniel Pemberton's epic score, and whether its more heartfelt approach to He-Man helps modernize the character for a new generation. Masters of the Universe arrives exclusively in theatres on June 5, 2026. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

With the runaway success of "Nirvanna: The Band - the Show - the Movie" (2025), Hunter and James decide to revisit Matt Johnson's debut feature film, "The Dirties" (2013). They discuss the film's creation, the director's career (past, present, and future) as well as the state of Canadian film in general.

The A24 Rocks crew finally gets to the namesake of their podcast, Sofia Coppola's On The Rocks (said in a whisper) starring Rashida Jones, Bill Murray, and Marlon Wayans. Rashida Jones plays Laura, a new mom and author with an eccentric dad named Felix, and a husband named Dean who is getting his start-up off the ground. One strange move by Dean leads Laura down a path of suspecting Dean is cheating on her, and father Felix is there to investigate a possible trail of bread crumbs Dean is leaving. How does On The Rocks compare to Sofia Coppola's previous works? Caution: movie spoilers. Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otrIntro- 0:00 to 3:19.Film Discussion- 3:19 to 54:08.Film Ratings/Outro- 54:08 to End.

The A24 Rocks crew delves further into the Alex Garland universe, continuing their reviews of the 28 "Blank" Later series. This time, it's 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple starring Alfie Williams, Ralph Fiennes, Erin Kellyman, and Jack O'Connell. We left off at the end of 28 Years Later with Spike finding a gang of Jimmy's, and quickly learning in The Bone Temple that they're a sadistic group of Satanic hounds. Meanwhile, Dr. Kelson tests his vaccine on the tripod. Where will the A24 Rocks crew rate The Bone Temple in the series? Does it live up to its predecessors? Caution: movie spoilers.Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otrIntro- 0:00 to 1:30.Film Discussion- 1:30 to 1:06:31.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:06:31 to End.

Oscar and Carl continue “VS Month” and set their sights on the Pixar classic A Bug's Life.A Bug's Life follows Flik as he tries to recruit a bug PMC to help defeat the invaders. We follow along as they attempt to weaponize fear against the enemy. Not only are we trying to figure out who would watch this, but also whether this or Antz is better.It's A Bug's Life… but why! That's the hour.If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

As we continue our trek through the lost year of 2020, the A24 Rocks crew reviews their fourth A24 documentary: Boys State. This documentary covers a group of 1,100 teenage boys creating a mock government in Austin, Texas. The prestigious camp has previously hosted politicians and politco personalities such as Dick Cheney, Cory Booker, Bill Clinton, and Rush Limbaugh. The difference between those people and the teenagers featured in this film, though, is that these teenagers are living in a post 2016 election world. The effect Donald Trump and social media has had on these teenagers is ever-so evident. The documentary centers around four kids fighting to get elected in this make believe government. What will the A24 Rocks crew have to say about this piece of societal commentary? Caution: movie spoilers.Intro- 0:00 to 3:42.Film Discussion- 3:42 to 1:03:54.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:03:54 to End. Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otr

It's “VS” month, and instead of doing “guy vs. other guy,” we've decided to do “movie vs. a kind-of-similar movie” month!We're starting with the only two ant-based movies: Antz and A Bug's Life, kicking things off with Woody Allen's DreamWorks Antz.Antz follows Z, basically Woody Allen if he were an ant, as he accidentally sparks a revolution.Which one is better? It's probably A Bug's Life.If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

And WE'RE BACK! The A24 on the Rocks crew goes back to the year we'd all like to forget... 2020. Due to the Covid 19 Lockdown, there were only three films distributed by A24 in 2020, and the first one was First Cow. Directed by Kelly Reichardt, First Cow is about two men named Otis Figowitz and King Lu trying to hustle in 1820s Oregon. When Otis and King Lu figure out the Chief Factor have a cow, they decide to pull of a cow milking heist to make buttermilk biscuits. Some said this period piece was one of the top 10 films of the 2020 year of movies, does the A24 rocks crew agree? Caution: movie spoilers.Intro- 0:00 to 1:56.Film Discussion- 1:56 to 1:02:28.Film Ratings/Outro- 1:02:28 to End. Buy us a coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/a24otr

This Month Oscar and Carl watch some fun movies and want to talk about them!!!!Here is what we watched this month:Zoom Month RankingsProject Hail MaryZootopia 2No Other ChoiceKramer v KramerWuthering HeightsWhale Shark JackHalf of SupermanThe DramaIf you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

In this week's episode of Who Would Watch This, we continue the Month of Zoom, our most popular tradition.This Zoom and Skype based movie is the one that started it all: Unfriended.A group of teens are haunted through Skype by their former classmate, who took her own life due to their actions.Oscar and Carl watch this modern masterpiece and ask, who would watch this?If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

In this episode, host Andrew Hunter Scholey reached out to his old friend Randell Neudorf to discuss "CFNY: The Spirit of Radio" (2026), a documentary about the legendary radio station. They discuss growing up in Brampton, Ontario, having the station serve as a constant influence in regards to musical taste, and how they consume art well into adulthood.Among Bands/Songs discussed.. hHead - "Collide"HaydenNine Inch NailsThe InbredsMaterial Issue - "Valerie Loves Me"Teenage HeadThe Diodes - "Tired of Waking Up Tired"Billy Bragg - "A New England"Lisa Germano - "The Dresses Song"Lisa Gerrard/Dead Can DanceAdorable -"Homeboy"The Ramones - "Pet Semetary"And a huge rant about The Velvet UndergroundRandell's LinksInstagram @randell.neudorf (art) @oldreverendrandell (current music)And general website: randellneudorf.com

In this "Ethical Article," Alex Woodson reviews Paul Thomas Anderson's Oscar-winning film "One Battle After Another." He discusses gender roles, white supremacy, and the motivations of revolutionaries. To read this article, please go to: https://carnegiecouncil.co/ethics-on-film-one-battle

This week Oscar and Carl discuss this year's Academy awards!If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

Welcome and/or Welcome back to Tina's Tea Podcast! - For Real Film Lovers -This episode, I am joined on the pod by my brother Ant, discussing one of the latest films we've seen in theaters, the 2026 American slasher film, Scream 7.Full disclosure, I always set out to boycott seeing this film in theaters, mainly due to Melissa Barrera getting fired for simply posting support for Palestine on social media, but also, because Jenna Ortega decided to leave soon after, then to top it off, the original hired director, Christopher Landon, proceeded to exit the project, because the film "no longer existed" after Melissa Barrera's firing. I myself, happen to agree. I had a feeling this film would be a complete dumpster fire.Now, since my brother decided on forcing me to see this monstrosity in theaters, I decided on not using my own money to pay. I was determined to stick to my goal, continuing to boycott this film's release in some way, so I paid using some of my saved AMC A-List Stubs Member points! I know, genius right?So, in the end, and for the record, I will not have assisted the film, Scream 7, monetarily in any way. Free Palestine.Please enjoy this episode, and tune into the next episode in the 2026 Oscar Best Picture Nominee Review & Discussion Marathon line-up, here on Tina's Tea Podcast!Follow @tinasteapodcast on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, & Letterboxd.

What's the most you've ever lost on a podcast? Erm I mean coin toss! We're back to talk about the Coen brothers once again, with their 2007 neo-western/crime-thriller adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's novel 'No Country for Old Men'. This film takes a simple game of cat-and-mouse between anti-hero and villain and turns into a strangely poetic tale about morality and the passage of time. A critical, commercial, and award-winning success upon release, it is often (rightfully) cited as one of the greatest modern films.TIMELINEIntro/General Discussion 0.00 - 7:15First Attempt at Film Discussion 7:15 - 10:30Brief Discussion on One Battle After Another and Marty Supreme 10:30 - 17:33No Country for Old Men 17:33 - 1:50.13Alex's Recommendation/Outro 1:50.13 - EndLike what you hear? Subscribe to the show, and maybe leave us a rating or review. If you're interested in following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok ⁠you can join us here.No Country for Old MenDirected by Joel and Ethan CoenJosh Brolin, Javier Bardem, Tommy Lee Jones, Kelly Macdonald, Woody Harrelson

Welcome back to the 2026 Oscar Best Picture Nominee Marathon here on Tina's Tea!This episode I am joined by my mom again, as we review and discuss the 2025 Norwegian drama film, Sentimental value!Sentimental Value is directed by Joachim Trier, who co-wrote it with Eskil Vogt.This is the fourth of the 10 2026 Oscar best picture nominees we will watch and discuss here on the podcast.Enjoy ;)Trigger warning - Discussion of suicide

Welcome back to the 2026 Oscar Best Picture Nominee Marathon here on Tina's Tea!This episode I am joined by my mom again, as we review and discuss the American period drama, Train Dreams!Train Dreams is directed by Clint Bentley, who co-wrote the screenplay with Greg Kwedar, based on the 2011 novella by Denis Johnson.This is the third of the 10 2026 Oscar best picture nominees we will watch and discuss here on the podcast.Enjoy ;)

It's Old Month! You know what that means… films from the 1970s, because any older and it starts to get a bit dicey. To kick things off, we're doing Bedknobs and Broomsticks!Angela Lansbury plays a witch during World War (2) who suddenly has to look after three kids. Naturally, she immediately takes them to London to track down her magic teacher, before everyone gets swept up in some magical nonsense and ends up stopping a few Nazis along the way.Oscar and Carl watch this classic to figure out who would watch this.If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.com Find us through: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/ TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthis Letterboxd: Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/ More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis

In this episode of Movie Shelf, hosts Heather and Cory discuss the new Anaconda movie featuring Jack Black and Paul Rudd. They delve into the plot, character dynamics, and their personal likes and dislikes about the film. The conversation also explores the theme of movies within movies, highlighting Jack Black's unique style. Additionally, they preview upcoming movie releases and conclude with a fun bacon connection segment.Bacon Reminder:Connect Kevin James to Steve Zahn.

Seven deadly sins to celebrate five lively years of the pod! Loudly defaming Kevin Spacey and Brad Pitt, and calling into question the need for an Americanized Squid Games? David Fincher in the pocket of Big Slop (Netflix)? Lengthy pit stops to discuss A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and Epstein conspiracies. Send us a textSWAMP stuff:TikTok: @theswamppodcastInstagram: @theswamppodBluesky: @theswamppodcast.bsky.socialYouTubeDara's Letterboxd Emily's Letterboxd Our website: https://www.the-swamp-podcast.com/Email: theswamppod@gmail.com

Welcome back to the 2026 Oscar Best Picture Nominee Marathon here on Tina's Tea!This episode I am joined by my mom again, as we review and discuss the American gothic science fiction drama, Frankenstein! This is the second of the 10 2026 Oscar best picture nominees we will watch and discuss here on the podcast.The film follows the life of Frankenstein, an egotistical scientist whose experiment in creating new life results in dangerous consequences.

Welcome to the 2026 Oscar Best Picture Nominee Marathon here on Tina's Tea!This episode I am joined by my mom, Luisa, as we review and discuss the black comedy Bugonia, the first of the 10 2026 Oscar best picture nominees we will watch together and discuss here on podcast.Bugonia follows two young men who kidnap a powerful CEO, suspecting that she is secretly an alien who wants to destroy earth. Spoiler alert, and trigger warning, as we discuss topics such as suicide, and childhood sexual assault.

Did anyone else watch this in 8th grade science or was it just us? Send us a textSWAMP stuff:TikTok: @theswamppodcastInstagram: @theswamppodBluesky: @theswamppodcast.bsky.socialYouTubeDara's Letterboxd Emily's Letterboxd Our website: https://www.the-swamp-podcast.com/Email: theswamppod@gmail.com

In this final episode of Challenge Accepted, Frank and Thomas Law reflect on what the show became over three years and 250-plus episodes, and why ending it now feels like the right move. They talk about the grind of weekly reviews, the fun of theme months, the lessons they're carrying forward, and how the best parts of this podcast will live on through Geek Freaks and what's next for the network. Thomas also shares where Sick Burn is headed, why the message matters more than the metrics, and how storytelling and vulnerability have become a core part of the work. Timestamps and Topics 00:06 – Welcome in, and why this is the final episode of Challenge Accepted 00:54 – Ending on a high, not because of listeners or quality 01:21 – Other commitments, new projects, and Thomas balancing a newborn 02:48 – We're not disappearing, we're shifting the energy somewhere else 03:28 – Looking back: 3 years, 250-plus episodes, weekly challenges and reviews 04:15 – The "three episodes a week" stretch and the Ahsoka grind 04:31 – Avatar episode-by-episode was the definition of podcast marathoning 05:01 – Theme months: Nolan Month, A24 Month, and expanding the watchlist 05:43 – "Prestige" and "Ex Machina" as challenge wins and rewatches 06:13 – Revisiting favorites through each other's eyes (Hook, Big Fish) 07:19 – Special guests, community moments, and what we learned from collaborations 08:48 – Building something "really special" and what made it work 09:06 – The biggest lesson: authenticity and being the brand 10:00 – Confidence on camera, anxiety, and learning to be vulnerable 12:13 – Using analytics without losing yourself, pushing past imposter syndrome 13:48 – Why disagreements made some of the best episodes (Dune: Part Two) 15:12 – Podcasting as a space for real conversation, not just hot takes 16:55 – Learning to talk about craft: music, tone shifts, and deeper analysis 19:09 – Thomas on Sick Burn: adversity, healing, and the message moving forward 22:16 – How Frank and Thomas linked up, Joystick Show roots, and what's next 23:22 – The reality of growing an indie network, and why it keeps evolving 26:13 – Geek Freaks goals: authenticity, bigger discussions, and themed episodes 31:14 – Cleaning up old feeds, early audio memories, and advice to new podcasters 33:04 – Farewell, the archive stays up, and the classic sign-off Key Takeaways Ending a show can be a positive move when it protects the quality and the friendship behind it. Challenge Accepted worked because it pushed both hosts to try new genres, new formats, and new levels of honesty. Theme months were a cheat code for discovery, and a reminder that structure can actually spark creativity. The best media conversations go past "this rules" or "this sucks" and dig into the why. Being yourself on mic and on camera is not optional anymore if you want longevity. Analytics can be useful when they guide you toward what the audience wants more of, without forcing you to fake a persona. Sick Burn is built around resilience and real stories, with growth measured by impact as much as numbers. The spirit of Challenge Accepted will continue through Geek Freaks and the broader network's next wave. Quotes "We figured it's best to put this away on a high than it is to struggle with scheduling." "It would be a disservice to everybody listening if we couldn't put the same time, energy and effort into this show." "The brand is me, essentially." "I should just trust being myself." "They need to be talked about if you actually want to get to what really happened." "We'll be here, just in a different way. Come find us." Call to Action If you've been with us for one episode or all 250-plus, thank you. Subscribe wherever you listen, leave a review if this show ever made your week a little better, and share this finale with a friend who needs a good podcast sendoff. Use #ChallengeAcceptedPodcast when you post about the episode. Links and Resources All news discussed on our podcasts comes from the Geek Freaks Podcast website (link below). Follow Us Sick Burn: https://www.sickburnpodcast.com/  Geek Freaks Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast Threads: @geekfreakspodcast Twitter: @geekfreakspod Listener Questions Got a movie or show you want us to cover on the next chapter of what we're building? Send your recommendations, challenges, and thoughts to: ChallengeAcceptedgfx@gmail.com Links: GeekFreaksPodcast.com Apple Podcast tags: Challenge Accepted, Geek Freaks, Geek Freaks Network, Movie Reviews, TV Reviews, Pop Culture, Geek Culture, Streaming TV, Film Discussion, Podcasting, A24, Christopher Nolan, Star Wars, Marvel, Stranger Things, Avatar The Last Airbender, Mental Health, Sick Burn

Continuing "movies we watched in school" month with this BANGER of a movie musical, Fiddler on the Roof. Send us a textSWAMP stuff:TikTok: @theswamppodcastInstagram: @theswamppodBluesky: @theswamppodcast.bsky.socialYouTubeDara's Letterboxd Emily's Letterboxd Our website: https://www.the-swamp-podcast.com/Email: theswamppod@gmail.com

The year is 1992, the film is Bob Roberts... a political mockumentary satire. The director, first-time filmmaker (and star) Tim Robbins. And it's also the first film role for a lovable gent named Jack Black. We dig into the parallels between Bob Roberts and present day American politics and consider the right wing folk songs that were, at one point, comedic in their absurdity. Plus, we get into it with the MouthGarf Report, and play a nice round of I See What You Did There.Additional Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Robertshttps://www.cracked.com/article_40869_when-tim-robbins-tried-and-failed-to-be-the-most-controversial-snl-host.htmlPlease give us a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts! Want to ask us a question? Talk to us! Email debutbuddies@gmail.comListen to the archives of Kelly and Chelsea's awesome horror movie podcast, Never Show the Monster.Get some sci-fi from Spaceboy Books.Get down with Michael J. O'Connor and the Cold Family and check out his new compilation The Best of the Bad Years 2005 - 2025Next time: First Attempt at Time Travel

Reminiscing about watching this movie in 7th grade life science on the roll out tv. Celebrating the films shown to us in school this month, starting with the obvious icon Osmosis Jones, a 2001 animated-live-action blend about Chris Rock fighting crime inside Bill Murray. Send us a textSWAMP stuff:TikTok: @theswamppodcastInstagram: @theswamppodBluesky: @theswamppodcast.bsky.socialYouTubeDara's Letterboxd Emily's Letterboxd Our website: https://www.the-swamp-podcast.com/Email: theswamppod@gmail.com

Find the 9 Points Rating system here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find our review of Avatar: The Way of Water here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-12-29T20_39_12-08_00 In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the third installment of the Avatar series, Fire and Ash. They discuss their initial impressions, character developments, and the overarching themes of grief, family, and environmentalism. The conversation highlights the film's strengths and weaknesses, particularly in storytelling and character arcs, while also addressing the portrayal of villains and the visual spectacle that James Cameron is known for. They discuss the significance of family loyalty, environmentalism, and the complexities of characters like Spider, who struggles with identity and consistency. The conversation highlights the film's exploration of faith and the overarching themes of human greed versus nature, while also critiquing character arcs and emotional engagement.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash' Review10:46 Opening Scene16:21 Jake Sully27:53 Miles Quaritch & Other Villains37:57 Tension & Stakes43:49 Themes & Messages48:30 Miles 'Spider' Socorro55:33 Neytiri59:26 Lo'ak1:04:28 Kiri1:09:18 Lasting Impact#avatar #fireandash #jakesully #milesquaritch #spider #neytiri #loak #kiri #tuk #film #filmreview #pandora #alostplot #avatarfireandash #fantasy

Find the 9 Points Rating system here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find our review of Avatar: The Way of Water here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-12-29T20_39_12-08_00 In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the third installment of the Avatar series, Fire and Ash. They discuss their initial impressions, character developments, and the overarching themes of grief, family, and environmentalism. The conversation highlights the film's strengths and weaknesses, particularly in storytelling and character arcs, while also addressing the portrayal of villains and the visual spectacle that James Cameron is known for. They discuss the significance of family loyalty, environmentalism, and the complexities of characters like Spider, who struggles with identity and consistency. The conversation highlights the film's exploration of faith and the overarching themes of human greed versus nature, while also critiquing character arcs and emotional engagement.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash' Review10:46 Opening Scene16:21 Jake Sully27:53 Miles Quaritch & Other Villains37:57 Tension & Stakes43:49 Themes & Messages48:30 Miles 'Spider' Socorro55:33 Neytiri59:26 Lo'ak1:04:28 Kiri1:09:18 Lasting Impact#avatar #fireandash #jakesully #milesquaritch #spider #neytiri #loak #kiri #tuk #film #filmreview #pandora #alostplot #avatarfireandash #fantasy

Get ready to travel back to Pandora for round two my blue bitchezSend us a textSWAMP stuff:TikTok: @theswamppodcastInstagram: @theswamppodBluesky: @theswamppodcast.bsky.socialYouTubeDara's Letterboxd Emily's Letterboxd Our website: https://www.the-swamp-podcast.com/Email: theswamppod@gmail.com

Roxxanne Shelaby is a Southern California–based performer, teacher, and producer whose work is rooted in her Lebanese/Brazilian heritage and a lifelong immersion in Egyptian Style Oriental Dance. Raised in her family's legendary nightclubs, Fez and Cascades, she grew up surrounded by live Middle Eastern music and dance, learning directly from iconic artists such as Feiruz Aram, Marie Silva, Sahra C. Kent, and members of Egypt's Komeya Troupe. Roxxanne began performing at age five and professionally at sixteen at the request of Farida Fahmy, later studying with masters including Mahmoud Reda, Fifi Abdo, Aida Nour, and Ahmed Hussein. She spent 11 years performing with and serving as Assistant Director of Sahra C. Kent's Ya Amar! Middle Eastern Dance Company, appearing in major U.S. festivals and international performances. Beyond performing, Roxxanne produces the showcases with live Arabic music, teaches internationally, and is the producer/director of the acclaimed Fez Documentary, preserving the history of belly dance on the U.S. West Coast while honoring its pioneering artists.In this episode you will learn about:- The story of The Fez club in Hollywood and why it changed belly dance history forever- The surprising origin story of the Maya movement term and the dancer it was named after- The journey from “this should be a book” to creating a 90-minute documentary against all odds- The loss of long-form performance and what modern dancers are missing because of it- Why watching other dancers perform is as important as performing yourselfShow Notes to this episode:Find Roxxanne Shelaby on Instagram, Youtube and website. For more information and purchase options, please visit The Fez Documentary website: www.TheFezDoc.comDetails and training materials for the BDE castings are available at www.JoinBDE.comFollow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast

Zach Cregger's "Weapons" was one of the biggest movies of 2025 and is currently making an award season run. But what was it about this movie that got to audiences? JLB breaks it all down!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After watching Rosemary's Baby and The Faculty, Paul is sure that watching this movie for children will be a nice respite for him in Spooky October. Right? Right?!You can follow That Aged Well on Bluesky (@ThatAgedWell.bsky.social), Instagram (@ThatAgedWell), and Threads (@ThatAgedWell)!SUPPORT US ON PATREON FOR BONUS CONTENT!VISIT OUR DASHERY STORE FOR THAT AGED WELL MERCH!Wanna rate and review? HERE YOU GO!Hosts: Paul Caiola & Erika VillalbaProducer & Editor: Paul CaiolaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.