Best Obsessive Viewer Podcasts (2025)

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OV475 - Thunderbolts* (2025) & Fight or Flight (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:03:17

5d ago2:03:17

2:03:17

This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the the new MCU film from director Jake Schreier, Thunderbolts* in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, we discuss the new James Madigan movie, Fight or Flight. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introdu…

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13.08 - The Scorpion and the Frog 1:02:22

1d ago1:02:22

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Hey if it's going to be a monster of the week at least it's a freaking heist! We discuss Powerpuff Girls shirts, how Jared and Misha are going to be on The Boys, and how this team needed Garth. Patreon Bluesky Instagram TumblrBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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13.07 - War of the Worlds 1:05:35

16d ago1:05:35

1:05:35

Lots of bad guys, lots of storylines, and a new Kevin! We discuss why Lucifer seems so weak, the side effects of living in the apocalypse, and the power of a beard. Patreon Bluesky Instagram TumblrBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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095 - Short Story/Novella - The Jaunt (Skeleton Crew) & The Dreamers (You Like It Darker) - Guest: Eric Vespe (The Kingcast) 1:54:40

18d ago1:54:40

1:54:40

In this episode, I welcome Eric Vespe from The Kingcast to the show for reviews of two of Stephen King’s short fiction offerings: The Jaunt (Skeleton Crew) and The Dreamers (You Like It Darker)! We also talk about all things King, The Dark Tower, podcasting, The Stand, The Life of Chuck, and a ton of other things. Timestamps Show Start - 00:40 Intr…

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13.06 - Tombstone 59:02

1M ago59:02

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Cas is back and Dean is so happy he wants to dress up as a cowboy. Yes, really. We discuss what it's like to visit the actual Dodge City, Cas and Jack's first meeting, and Val Kilmer. Patreon Bluesky Instagram TumblrBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV474 - Warfare (2025) & The Luckiest Man in America (2025) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 2:08:23

1M ago2:08:23

2:08:23

This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review the new war film from Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, Warfare in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, we discuss the new Samir Oliveros movie, The Luckiest Man in America. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:2…

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13.05 - Advanced Thanatology 42:20

1M ago42:20

42:20

Sam and Dean take on a monster of the week that ends up having a major impact on their world when they learn that Billie is the new Death. We discuss how Jess didn't react to Billie, Grand Junction, Colorado, and bad door designs. Oh, and we freak out at Cas's return! Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr…

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OV473 - Freaky Tales (2025) & A Working Man (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:06:39

2M ago2:06:39

2:06:39

This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the new anthology crime comedy from Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, Freaky Tales in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the action movie A Working Man. We also discuss recent movie and TV news out of CinemaCon, Val Kilmer’s passing, screenings around Indianapolis…

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OV472 - Death of a Unicorn (2025) & The Rule of Jenny Pen (2025) 1:48:06

2M ago1:48:06

1:48:06

This week, I ride solo to review the new A24 dark comedy Death of a Unicorn in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the thriller The Rule of Jenny Pen. I also discuss recent movie and TV news, Ash (2025), Stella, the Avengers: Doomsday cast, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Screening in Indy - 06…

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13.04 - The Big Empty 1:13:14

2M ago1:13:14

1:13:14

People are being killed by loved ones already dead. When the guys rule out vengeful spirits they never think that it's a shapeshifter even thought it's definitely a shapeshifter. We invent a new word, discuss the first awkward Jack wave, and question if this therapy is actually healthy. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr…

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OV471 - Novocaine (2025) & Borderline (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 1:46:26

2M ago1:46:26

1:46:26

This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the new action comedy Novocaine in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Jimmy Warden’s Borderline. I also discuss recent movie and TV news, Yellowjackets, Opus, 2004’s Twisted, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Screening in Indy - 04:30 News Before the …

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OV470 - Mickey 17 (2025) & The Electric State (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 1:51:44

2M ago1:51:44

1:51:44

This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the new Bong Joon Ho movie Mickey 17 in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the Russo Brothers’ new Netflix movie, The Electric State. We also discuss recent Spider-Man 4 and Ready Or Not casting news, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Bren…

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13.03 - Patience 55:30

2M ago55:30

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Missouri Moseley is back, needs help, and we get a major setup for the spinoff we still wish happened. We discuss how we can multitask, how we would panic if we were stabbed, and wonder what it's like to be in the void. Patreon Bluesky Instagram TumblrBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV469 - Last Breath (2025) & Riff Raff (2025) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 2:05:08

2M ago2:05:08

2:05:08

This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review the new survival thriller Last Breath in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, we discuss the crime comedy Riff Raff. We also discuss the passing of Michelle Trachtenberg and Gene Hackman, more Scream 7 casting news, this year’s Oscar ceremony, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:2…

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OV468 - The Monkey (2025) & Grand Theft Hamlet (2025) - Guest: Mitch Ringenberg 2:22:27

3M ago2:22:27

2:22:27

This week, Mitch Ringenberg joins me to review the Oz Perkins movie The Monkey in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, we discuss the documentary Grand Theft Hamlet, which is now available on PVOD and on MUBI. We also talk a bit about the passing of George Armitage, Clayface director news, On Cinema at the Cinema, Severance s…

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OV467 - Captain America: Brave New World (2025) & One of Them Days (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:14:49

3M ago2:14:49

2:14:49

This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the new MCU movie Captain America: Brave New World in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on One of Them Days, which is now available on PVOD. We also talk a bit about the passing of character actor Biff Wiff, big James Bond franchise news, and more. Timestamps…

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OV466 - Heart Eyes (2025) & The Gorge (2025) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 2:09:04

3M ago2:09:04

2:09:04

This week, Sam Watermeier joins me once again to review the new Valentine's Day slasher movie Heart Eyes in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the new Scott Derrickson film, The Gorge. We also talk a bit about the Super Bowl trailers and commercials, A24’s Friendship trailer, But I’m a Cheerleader, Ho…

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OV465 - You’re Cordially Invited (2025) & Love Me (2025) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 2:08:06

3M ago2:08:06

2:08:06

This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review the new comedy You’re Cordially Invited in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the sci-fi romance, Love Me. We also talk a bit about Scream 7 casting news, Arlington Road, Them, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Sam - 02:30 Playing in India…

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OV464 - Companion (2025) & Presence (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:06:01

4M ago2:06:01

2:06:01

This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the new thriller Companion in a feature review and then, in this week’s secondary review, we discuss Steven Soderbergh’s latest film, Presence. We also talk a bit about the 2025 Oscar nominations, AMC’s Screen Unseen and Scream Unseen screenings, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Brent …

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OV463 - Wolf Man (2025) & Back in Action (2025) - Guest: Nick Rogers 1:55:14

4M ago1:55:14

1:55:14

This week, Nick Rogers joins me to review Leigh Whannell’s Wolf Man in a feature review and then we chat about Back in Action in a non-spoiler secondary review. We also pay tribute to David Lynch and discuss Grand Theft Hamlet. For Potpourri, Nick talks about some foreign language 2024 movies he’s catching up on and I share my first viewing thought…

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OV462 - 2024 Year in Review - Best Movies of the Year and Viewing Stats 4:23:33

4M ago4:23:33

4:23:33

Welcome to The Obsessive Viewer’s 2024 Year in Review episode! Mike and Tiny join me for our 12th year sharing our movie viewing stats for the year and our top ten favorite movies lists. We also share movie accomplishments, notable TV we watched in 2024, 2025 movies we’re looking forward to, movie watching goals for 2025, honorable mentions, and mo…

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OV461 - Better Man (2024) & September 5 (2024) - Guest: Nick Rogers 1:26:32

4M ago1:26:32

1:26:32

This week, Nick Rogers joins me to review the Robbie Williams biopic, Better Man in a feature review and then we chat about September 5 in a non-spoiler secondary review. For Potpourri, Nick talks about Vulture’s Stunt Awards, Rebel Ridge, and Life After Fighting. I then share my thoughts on my first time watching Clint Eastwood’s Unforgiven. Times…

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OV460 - Nosferatu (2024) & Babygirl (2024) - Guest: Andy Carr 2:01:12

5M ago2:01:12

2:01:12

Happy New Year! This week, I’m joined by Andy Carr to review Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Halina Reijn’s Babygirl. We also discuss Grand Prix (1966), Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024), Happiness (1998), and Jailbreak: Love on the Run (2024) in this week’s Potpourri section. Timestamps Show Start …

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OV459 - IFJA Ten Best Films of 2024 - Guests: Andy Carr and Joe Shearer 1:54:28

5M ago1:54:28

1:54:28

This week, I welcome my friends and IFJA colleagues Andy Carr and Joe Shearer back to the show to help me close out the year with a breakdown of the Indiana Film Journalists Association’s Ten Best Films of 2024. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing the Guests - 02:42 Spotlight on Our Work in 2024 - 08:09 Movies We’d Add to the List - 18:35 Bes…

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Happy Holidays! 0:32

5M ago0:32

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See you in the new year!By Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV458 - Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) & Juror #2 (2024) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 1:57:29

5M ago1:57:29

1:57:29

This week, Tiny and I review Barry Jenkins’ new film, Mufasa: The Lion King in a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I’m joined by Sam Watermeier for a review of Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Lola’s First Movie - 04:05 News - 08:50 Feature Review Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) - 17…

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OV457 - A Complete Unknown (2024) & Y2K (2024) - Guest: Mitch Ringenberg 1:42:53

5M ago1:42:53

1:42:53

This week, I’m joined by Mitch Ringenberg to review the new James Mangold movie, A Complete Unknown. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Kyle Mooney’s Y2K. We also discuss news regarding the death of Sony’s Spider-Man universe, the trailer for 28 Years Later, the IFJA Award nominations, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00…

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OV456 - Bonus Ep - FYC Potpourri 2024 - Guest: Joe Shearer 1:44:08

5M ago1:44:08

1:44:08

In this special bonus episode, I welcome Joe Shearer back to the show to talk about the movies he and I have been watching in preparation for the Indiana Film Journalists Association’s year-end awards. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Joe - 01:37 About the IFJA - 03:57 FYC Potpourri Joe: Saturday Night - 10:50 Matt: The People’s Joker - 15…

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OV455 - Wicked: Part 1 (2024) & The Order (2024) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 1:47:32

6M ago1:47:32

1:47:32

This week, I finally review Wicked: Part 1. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I’m joined by Sam Watermeier for a review of The Order. I also talk about news regarding Harry Potter casting, movie news, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Playing in Indianapolis - 03:25 News - 04:57 Feature Review Wicked: Part 1 (2024) - 14:54 Spoiler - 44:2…

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13.02 - The Rising Son 1:02:51

6M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Sam and Dean disagree what to do with Jack while Jack is winning all of ours hearts. Also a new Price of Hell is in town who may or may not be Colonel Sanders. We discuss how much we love Jack, Asmodeus, and the best line Buck-Leming ever wrote. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr FacebookBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV454 - Gladiator II (2024) & Moana 2 (2024) 1:56:02

6M ago1:56:02

1:56:02

This week, I review Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Moana 2. I also talk about Deja Vu (2006), The Ten (2007), news regarding Michael Showalter’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Verity, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Playing in Indianapolis - 05:50 News - 06:33 Feature Review Gladia…

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13.01 - Lost & Found 54:00

6M ago54:00

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The Nephilim is born, his name is Jack, and we love him! Seriously, what else is there to say? (How about all the interruptions from the youths?) Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr FacebookBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV453 - A Real Pain (2024) & Blitz (2024) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 1:45:03

6M ago1:45:03

1:45:03

This week, I welcome Brent Leuthold back to the show for a feature review of Jesse Eisenberg’s A Real Pain. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Steve McQueen’s Blitz. We also talk about Indy’s new Alamo Drafthouse, MadS, From, Oscar News, Red One, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Brent - 02:44 Playing in…

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OV452 - Bonus Ep - The Speedway Murders (2024) 1:24:37

6M ago1:24:37

1:24:37

In this bonus episode, Tiny and I review the documentary The Speedway Murders, which recounts the murders of four teenage Burger Chef workers on November 17, 1978 in our hometown of Speedway, Indiana. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Speedway, Indiana - 07:50 The Speedway Murders (2024) - 20:57 Closing the Ep - 1:20:57 Patreon Clip - 1:22:31 Related L…

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Watchalong - Family Feud 53:02

6M ago53:02

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End of Season 12, time for our watchalong episode! Get your copy and sync up with us! We discuss the bad Crowley writing that we have to deal with again, how the redheads should work together, and how hard it was for demons to make pop culture references before writing. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr Facebook…

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OV451 - Heretic (2024) & Time Cut (2024) 2:18:05

6M ago2:18:05

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This week, I’m riding solo to review Heretic in a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, I share my thoughts on sci-fi horror Netflix movie, Time Cut in a non-spoiler secondary review. I also share my experience at the Alamo Drafthouse Indy’s media preview event, and share micro reviews of His Three Daughters, Speak No Evil, Slingshot, and A…

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OV450 - Bonus Ep - It Ends with Us (2024) - Guest: Kim C 1:37:56

6M ago1:37:56

1:37:56

In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by my friend Kim C from The Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast to review It Ends with Us in a non-spoiler and spoiler review. We also chat about movies from this year we’ve enjoyed and the multiple controversies surrounding the marketing of It Ends with Us. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Kim…

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12.23 - All Along the Watchtower 1:01:08

6M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

The British Men of Letters have been defeated and it's time to finally deal with that whole nehpilim thing. We discuss how different this episode felt compared to the rest of the season, how Jess didn't see any of that coming, and what would have been the ultimate Martha episode. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr Facebook…

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OV449 - Here (2024) & We Live in Time (2024) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 2:03:12

6M ago2:03:12

2:03:12

This week, returning guest Sam Watermeier joins me for a feature review of the new Robert Zemeckis movie, Here in a non-spoiler and spoiler section. In this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the new romantic drama, We Live in Time. We also share some thoughts on some movie news, run down what’s playing this week in Indianapolis theate…

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12.22 - Who We Are 1:07:02

7M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Sam and Dean are trapped in the bunker with Toni and time is running out. That is until they come up with the coolest way to escape! Oh and it's time to be done with the British Men of Letters. We discuss how Toni serves no purpose, electrodes means science, and give all the details about the concrete wall scene. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr Fa…

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OV448 - Smile 2 (2024) & Your Monster (2024) 2:02:03

7M ago2:02:03

2:02:03

This week, I’m riding solo to review Smile 2 in a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Before sharing my thoughts on romance-horror-comedy, Your Monster in a non-spoiler secondary review. I also share some thoughts on some movie news, run down what’s playing this week in Indianapolis theaters, and share micro reviews of Another Happy Day, My Old…

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OV447 - HIFF2024: Filmmaker Interview - The Waiting Game (2024) Writer/Director Michael Husain 1:09:06

7M ago1:09:06

1:09:06

In this special episode, I chat with filmmaker Michael Husain, whose documentary The Waiting Game had its world premiere to a sold out audience and won the Indiana Spotlight Documentary Audience Choice Award at this year’s Heartland Film Festival. Related Links Dropping Dimes Foundation Facebook: The Waiting Game IMDb: The Waiting Game IMDb: Michae…

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OV446 - HIFF2024: Filmmaker Interview - Off the Record (2024) Writer/Director Kirsten Foe 1:00:23

7M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

In this special episode, I chat with Kirsten Foe, writer and director of Off the Record, which had its world premiere at this year’s Heartland Film Festival here in Indianapolis. We also discuss her history as a stunt woman, her experience opening the film at HIFF, and all things Off the Record, of course. Related Links IMDb: Off the Record IMDb: K…

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12.21 - There's Something About Mary 1:10:32

7M ago1:10:32

1:10:32

We hate the opening, we hate Toni, and we hate how Crowley is being written. We think Samantha Smith's acting is fantastic though! We discuss yet another death in the woods, cottage-core apartments, and how we think nephilim should live their lives. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr FacebookBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV445 - Woman of the Hour (2024) & Saturday Night (2024) - Guests: Sam Watermeier and Joe Shearer 2:08:52

7M ago2:08:52

2:08:52

This week, I’m joined by guests Sam Watermeier and Joe Shearer to review Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut, Woman of the Hour in a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. And for this week’s secondary review, Sam and I review Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night in a non-spoiler review. We also discuss news about Marvel Studios’ release calendar, Mike Fl…

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12.20 - Twigs & Twine & Tasha Banes 1:08:46

7M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Sam and Dean go help Max and Alicia Banes after their mom went on a hunting trip and hasn't been home in a few days. Elsewhere, Mary carries the mytharc as the B plot. We discuss how Tasha looks very young to have adult children (and do some math), how it's impossible to think like Cas, and have questions about the shifter's accent. Patreon Bluesky…

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OV444 - Joker: Folie à Deux (2024) & V/H/S/Beyond (2024) - Guests: Mitch Ringenberg and Brent Leuthold 2:43:25

7M ago2:43:25

2:43:25

This week, I welcome Brent Leuthold and Mitch Ringenberg back to the show to review Joker: Folie à Deux in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, Brent and I review V/H/S/Beyond. We also talk about Heartland Film Festival, Scream VII news and Neon’s purchase of Mike Flanagan’s The Life of Chuck. Timest…

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12.19 - The Future 1:09:04

7M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Cas finally comes back, steals the colt, and goes after Kelly. Problems come up along the way. We discuss how Dean made Cas a mixed tape, that Cas has a mixed tape from Dean, and cannot get over this mixed taped. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr FacebookBy Matt, PG, & Jess

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OV443 - HIFF2024: Filmmaker Interview - ReEntry (2024) Director Brendan Choisnet and Screenwriter Daniel Nayeri 1:00:01

7M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

This year’s Heartland International Film Festival is in full swing and I’m back with a special interview episode from the festival. In this episode, I sat down with director Brendan Choisnet and screenwriter Daniel Nayeri whose film ReEntry (a sci-fi romantic drama starring Emily Deschanel and Sam Trammell) had its world premiere at HIFF33. Timesta…

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12.18 - The Memory Remains 44:17

8M ago44:17

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Sam and Dean get sent a case from not-really-Mick and end up having to deal with a god, all while the British Men of Letters bug the bunker. We discuss how this episode is easily forgettable, that this is the season of dying in the woods, and question why we don't see Cas in Heaven. Patreon Bluesky Instagram Tumblr Facebook…

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