Ep. 362 – Hardcore Henry (and Batman v Superman Follow-Up)

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David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the amazing debut season of American Crime Story, get turned off by the bro-ish antics of Everybody Wants Some, praise the uncomfortableness of The Invitation, and discuss their further thoughts on Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, as well as the Rogue One teaser. Be sure to read Monica Castillo’s review of Everybody Wants Some, how Karyn Kusama made a comeback, and see behind-the-scenes footage from Hardcore Henry.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (2:00)

  • David: Everybody Wants Some!!, Demolition, People Vs. OJ Simpson, Fantastic Lies,
  • Devindra: The Invitation, Hunger Games: MockingJay Part 2, April and the Extraordinary World
  • Jeff: Better Call Saul S1

Featured Review (56:54)

  • Hardcore Henry
  • (1:18:45) SPOILERS
After Dark (1:32:30)
Credits
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Ep. 361 – 10 Cloverfield Lane Deep Dive (GUEST: Director Dan Trachtenberg)

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In this special Cloverfield-only episode, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by friend-of-the-show Dan Trachtenberg to discuss getting a career in Hollywood, grinding your way to the top of the commercial business, and the challenges involved with making 10 Cloverfield Lane. Be sure to check out Dan’s other shorts, “Portal: No Escape” and “More Than You Can Chew.”

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Ep. 360 – Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (GUEST: Drew McWeeny from HitFix)

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David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Drew McWeeny from HitFix to discuss Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice. Be sure to read Drew’s review of the film, Devin Faraci’s review of the film, and learn more about BvS’s box office performance.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (12:00)

  • Devindra: Daredevil S2, Bosch S2
  • David: Baskets S1

Featured Review (25:00)

  • Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice
  • (1:03:30) SPOILERS
Credits
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Ep. 359 – Midnight Special

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David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss laser-shaming, hate-watching, and buffer seating. Be sure to read up on 10 Cloverfield Lane’s ending, what it’s like to see Star Wars 20+ times in theaters, and why Peter Sciretta is hopeful about Indiana Jones 5. 

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (22:00)

  • David: Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Film Festival
  • Devindra: The Expanse, Pee-Wee’s Big Holiday
  • Jeff: More House of Cards

Film News (40:00)

Featured Review (1:03:30)
  • Midnight Special
  • (1:18:00) SPOILERS
Credits
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Ep. 358 – 10 Cloverfield Lane

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David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Peter to discuss what separates a teaser from a trailer and what happens when you badmouth Zack Snyder on the internet. Be sure to read up on film critics being biased, and Peter’s interview with Dan Trachtenberg.

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SHOWNOTES

Featured Review (20:30)

  • 10 Cloverfield Lane
  • (55:00) SPOILERS
Credits
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Ep. 357 – Zootopia

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David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the Gaspar Noe’s Love, the new season of House of Cards, and how Fuller House resembles nothing at all. Be sure to read up on the singular awfulness of Fuller House, how the story in Zootopia came from character, and Devin Faraci’s review of Zootopia, 

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (12:30)

  • Jeff: Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, House of Cards Season 4, Fuller House
  • David: Love (the other one)
  • Devindra: Girls Season 5, The Witch

Film News (1:00:20)

Featured Review (1:14:20)
  • Zootopia
Credits
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Ep. 356 – Triple 9

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David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the disappointing Crouching Tiger sequel, this year’s Oscars, plus why the “popcorn trick” is impractical. Be sure to read up on why our relationship with TV need to change, the amazing editing of Mad Max, and why those Asian jokes undercut the Oscars’ message of inclusion. 

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (16:35)

  • Devindra: Love, Retribution, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 2: Sword of Destiny
  • David: Love is Strange
Featured Review (1:16:20)
  • Triple 9
  • (1:27:53) SPOILERS
Credits
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Ep. 355 – The Witch (GUEST: Director Robert Eggers)

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David and Jeff are joined by Jacob Hall to discuss the crappiness of Love and Vinyl,  the hopelessness of Wayne’s World 3, and why they’re ambivalent about a Blade Runner sequel. Writer/director Robert Eggers also joins us to discuss The Witch. Be sure to read Scott Tobias on “The Picasso Line” and Jacob’s three-part series on the inspirations of The Witch (part 1, 2, and 3)

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (03:50)

  • Jeff: Love, Vinyl
  • David: The People vs. OJ Simpson
  • Jacob: Dreamcatchers
Featured Review (53:30)
  • The Witch
  • (1:04:45) SPOILERS
Robert Eggers interview (1:19:45)
Credits
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Ep. 354 – Deadpool

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David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the madness of Eli Roth, a great new Michael Moore film, and the amazing cinematic video game Firewatch. Also: your emails. Be sure to read Matt Singer’s review of Deadpool as well as James Gunn’s thoughts on Deadpool’s impact.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching (04:29)

  • Jeff: Where To Invade Next, Better Call Saul
  • Devindra: Southbound, Firewatch
  • David: The Green Inferno, Mad Dogs, Horace and Pete, Baskets

Listener Emails (46:44)

 

Featured Review (1:10:15)
  • Dead pool
  • (1:34:07) SPOILERS
Credits
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Ep. 353 – Hail, Caesar!

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David, Devindra, and Jeff review the Coen Brothers latest film, Hail, Caesar! Be sure to read up about the rise of grief policing and talented female editors.

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Featured Review

  • Hail, Caesar!
  • (18:30) SPOILERS
After Dark (36:15)
Credits
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