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  • /Filmcast Ep. 535 - Hustlers (GUEST: Inkoo Kang From Slate)

    Jeff is back with  limericks while David is away. Devindra and Jeff are joined by Slate staff writer Inkoo Kang to discuss Hustlers. Stripping away the star-studded cast, does the latest film by Lorene Scafaria have substance on top of style? Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant. Check out Jeff Cannata’s D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 533 - It Chapter Two (GUEST: Anya Stanley From Dread Central)

    Pennywise the clown returns in It Chapter Two. David and Devindra are joined by Anya Stanley from Dread Central to discuss whether the sequel to the hit Stephen King adaptation lives up to its former trauma. Follow Anya on Twitter and check out her work at her website and at Dread Central. Read the Uproxx interview with James Ransone, who plays Eddie…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 532 - The 2019 Summer Movie Wager Results

    In this episode: David, Devindra, Peter, and Germain discuss the top ten films of the summer, and how they performed in the Summer Movie Wager. Also tune in to hear an update from Jeff! The actual top 10 films of summer 2019: Avengers: Endgame The Lion King Toy Story 4 Spider-Man: Far from Home Aladdin…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 531 - Ready Or Not

    David and Devindra debate the merits of Den of Thieves among other Gerald Butler movies. In Jeff's absence, David step in for limerick duties for the feature review of the indie horror Ready or Not. To wish Jeff a speedy recovery, send an audio message to slashfilmcast@gmail.com titled "Message to Jeff." Read the Ringer article on why Den of…
  • Ep. 530 - The Amazing Johnathan Documentary

    In today’s episode, David discusses how he successfully orchestrated a Slashfilmcast meet-up in Decatur, Georgia.  For their feature review, David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter unveil The Amazing Johnathan Documentary, a Hulu film that blurs the line between fact and fiction. Stay tuned for Peter’s interview with the director Ben Berman. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 529 - Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw

    After last week’s review of Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood, David, Devindra, Jeff reflect on the best movie of the year so far.  For the feature review, the cast cover the good, the bad, and the controversy of Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. Watch the video combining the trailers of Hobbs &…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 527 - The Lion King

    David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss exciting news out of San Diego Comic-Con, covering everything from Tom Cruise in Top Gun 2, Natalie Portman as Thor, and Patrick Stewart returning as Captain Picard. For the feature review, the cast collectively ask the existential question "what's the reason of being for this new Lion King movie?" Read about…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 526 - Midsommar (GUEST: Valerie Complex)

    Devindra witnesses Face/Off live on stage while David discusses the HBO documentary I Love You, Now Die. For the feature review, the cast is joined by Valerie Complex to review Midsommar, the latest film by director Ari Aster. Tune in to hear how sun-soaked imageries can manage to be completely terrifying. Read Valerie’s writing on…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 525 - Spider-Man: Far From Home

    David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Dan Gvozden, co-host of the Amazing Spider-Talk: A Spider-Man Podcast, to discuss Spider-man: Far From Home. In a post-Endgame world, does the last film in the phase III of the MCU fill a void in the super-hero genre? Watch the Youtube video “The Problem Solving of Filmmaking” by…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 524 - Yesterday

    David, Devindra, and Jeff review the film Yesterday, a love letter to The Beatles. Is it worth running out to see Yesterday today, or could it wait ’til tomorrow? Also tune in to hear why the Netflix show Awake: The Million Dollar Game is the ultimate embodiment of late stage capitalism. Check out Jeff Cannata’s…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 523 - Toy Story 4 (GUEST: Kristy Puchko From Pajiba.com)

    David, Devindra, Jeff welcome back a Kristy Puchko cameo on the podcast. Devindra strongly urges people to watch Neon Genesis Evangelion on Netflix. For the feature review, the cast ask the important question: is the forth installment in the Toy Story franchise a soulless cash grab or a beautiful continuation of the beloved tale? Find…
  • Ep. 522 - Men In Black: International (GUEST: Lindsey Romain From Nerdist)

    Devindra explains the difference between Hotel Mumbai and The Wedding Guest. Jeff praises Fleabag season 2 as a work of genius. The cast plus Lindsey Romain, staff writer at Nerdist, to review Men In Black: International. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C.…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 521 - Black Mirror: Season 5

    David regrets tricking Devindra into watching Dark Phoenix; Jeff shudders at the premise of The Act. The cast examine their reflections in Black Mirror. Is the battery draining too fast on the latest season of the sci-fi series? Watch David's video essay on the Asian American references in Netflix's rom-com Always Be My Maybe. Check…
  • A Cast Of Kings - Series Retrospective

    David Chen and Joanna Robinson reflect on this epic, touching, improbable, and divisive series that is Game of Thrones, plus this podcast that they have made to accompany it. Thank you for listening. Listen and subscribe to David’s new podcast -  Culturally Relevant - where he talks with authors, filmmakers, and other culturally relevant figures. You can also listen…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 518 - John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum

    David, Devindra, and Jeff open up some Detective Pikachu e-mails, then kick some butt with the third installment of the John Wick franchise. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question on the latest gadgets. Subscribe…
  • A Cast Of Kings S8E6 - The Iron Throne

    It’s the final page of A Song of Ice and Fire. David Chen and Joanna Robinson watch the finale of the HBO series Game of Thrones, “The Iron Throne.” Catch the analysis of the ending by Ben and Jacob of Slashfilm here. Read Joanna’s article on how Lord of the Rings predicted the ending of Game of Thrones here, and the show's…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 517 - Pokémon Detective Pikachu

    David, Devindra, and Jeff binge some new Netflix content including Knock Down the House, Dead to Me, and I Think You Should Leave. For the feature review, the cast find out whether Detective Pikachu is "super effective." Check out Jeff Cannata’s new show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C.…
  • A Cast Of Kings S8E5 - The Bells

    All bell breaks loose! David Chen and Joanna Robinson watch the fifth episode of the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones, “The Bells.” Catch the Slashfilm Daily recap of the divisive episode here. Read the post on Medium about why pop culture fans feel threatened by disagreement here. Watch David’s original meme “Snickers ad” here. Follow…
  • A Cast Of Kings S8E4 - The Last Of The Starks

    The battle may have ended but the war for the throne is just about to start. David Chen and Joanna Robinson watch the fourth episode of the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones, “The Last of the Starks.” Catch Ben and Jacob’s recap of the show on Slashfilm here. Read about Jamie’s baffling choice to leave…
  • A Cast Of Kings S8E3 - The Long Night

    Brace yourself for an endless night.  David Chen and Joanna Robinson watch the third episode of the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones, “The Long Night.” Read about how the battle may have been literally too dark on Vanity Fair. Learn about how Game of Thrones taught us to want death by Willa Paskin.  Read Jacob Hall’s thoughts of the episode…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 515 - Avengers: Endgame

    After twelve years, 21 movies, and a single consequential snap, we are finally in the endgame! David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Patrick H. Willems, host of the Infinity Podcast, to review Avengers: Endgame and reflect on the past, present, and future of Marvel Cinematic Universe. Check out all the rest of the Endgame coverage…
  • /Filmcast Ep. 514 - The 2019 Summer Movie Wager

    ’Tis the season to count down the top 10 films of summer 2019! David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter round up to predict the domestic box office totals. To enter, everyone chooses their 1-10 ranked films, plus three dark horses. The person with the most points wins: - Getting number 1 or number 10 dead-on gets…