Best Sam Draper Podcasts (2025)

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Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem 1:00:58

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This week we belatedly celebrate Alex's birthday by watching Daft Punk's animated epic Interstella 5555. Join us for one of the most inscrutable quizzes Alex has ever made, and lwe try and fail to convince Chris this is worth his time, contend with an unprecedented mid-episode host exit, and then Alex and Sam continue to geek out about this strange…

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John Wick, John Wick Chapter 2 and John Wick Chapter 3 - Parabellum with Brandon Streussnig 1:26:20

10d ago1:26:20

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Brandon Streussnig (Vulture) returns as we chat about the the beloved John Wick franchise. There's the influence on current slate of action movies of it all, Keanu's career, the well made action inspired by indonesian cinema and our favorite fights

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10 Cloverfield Lane 55:55

20d ago55:55

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This week we watch and talk about 10 Cloverfield Lane, but also discuss Chris' plans for the apocalypse (again), favourite prepper tinned foods, the 'looseness' of this whole Cloverfield concept, and even find time for Sam's thoughts on Superman (2025) and Jurassic World: Rebirth. Next week, it's Alex's birthday pick - Interstella 5555! See the new…

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True Grit with Sam Cohen 1:28:23

20d ago1:28:23

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Sam Cohen joins us as we chat about the Coen brothers making the best western of the 2010s in their remake of True Grit! Together we talk everything Jeff Bridges, our relationship with the Coens and the sweetness of the ending

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The Beguiled with Lyvie Scott 1:41:21

1M ago1:41:21

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Lyvie Scott returns as we revisit Sofia Coppola's 2017 southern gothic drama when she remade The Beguiled! Together we chat about the differences from the original Don Segal film, how great of an ensemble Coppola put together, sound design and how sympathy to the McBurney character

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Superman 3 48:13

1M ago48:13

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This week Sam hosts our discussion about Superman 3 from his new shock-jock perch, drenched in lemonade and struggling to keep his computer running. Join us as we learn about how now to look after a poster, who mistakenly thought they were friends with Gus Gorman, and even Chris' thoughts on the newest attempt at reviving the franchise. Next week, …

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God's Own Country with Allison Picurro 1:23:16

1M ago1:23:16

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Allison Picurro (Boy Movies, TV Guide) returns for the forbidden British romance in God's Own Country . Together we discuss the brilliance of Josh O'Connor, Yorkshire as a setting and manual labor as a sign of repressed love like in Brokeback Mountain

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Mars Needs Moms 48:04

1M ago48:04

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This week we celebrate 350 episodes by watching Mars Needs Moms, an odd CGI kids film that no-one remembers! Join us as we discuss the godawful motion capture, the curse of Mars films, and because Sam feels bad about making us watch this, there's a Mars quiz, too. Here is the scene from Welcome to Marwen which inspired this episode And here is Ice …

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Boyhood with Josh Bradley 2:19:47

2M ago2:19:47

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Josh Bradley (Serious Film People) returns for Richard Linklater's magnum opus in Boyhood! Together we chat about the criticisms from the time, the characterization of Ethan Hawke's father figure, the performances, why the descriptor of "universal feeling" is outdated and pop culture influences on the movie…

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Exit Through The Gift Shop with Matt Knost 1:32:21

2M ago1:32:21

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Matt Knost (Settle the Score) join us for 2010s documentary about Banksy (kinda) with Exit Through the Gift Shop! Together we dig into Banksy's place on pop culture, the perspective the doc takes on its main character and the elusive nature of the artist

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Zathura 57:39

2M ago57:39

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This week we fill a long-time listener request (maybe?) and watch Zathura, the spiritual successor to Alex's favourite film of all time Jumanji - even if the director really doesn't want you to think that.. Join us as we discuss some fine mahogany, ave a Jumanji-themed quiz, and Chris even gives us a quick review of Jurassic World: Rebirth. Also, P…

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The Love Witch with Olivia Deaton 1:19:49

2M ago1:19:49

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Olivia Deaton (Intermission podcast) joins us for 2016's horror throwback in The Love Witch. Together we discuss the style of the movie, 2010s horror in general, Samantha Robinson's specific performance and comparisons to Jennifer's Body

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Forbidden Planet 53:53

2M ago53:53

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This week we head way back in time to watch Forbidden Planet, one of the earliest examples of the sci-fi genre we've been stomping around for almost 350 episodes now. Join us as we discuss '50s man in outer space, the afterlife of Robby the Robot, and generally marvel at all the things this film originated. Next week, Alex is going to board game he…

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28 Days Later 1:02:19

2M ago1:02:19

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This week we discuss another end of the world, with Danny Boyle's 28 Days Later. Join us as we discuss the pros (none) and cons (lots) of filming in 480p, dodgy cockney accents, how long it takes to drive from London to Manchester if the traffic's good, and much more! Next week it's Forbidden Planet! See the new list! Play along at home! Get in tou…

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A Touch of Sin with Josh Polanski 1:40:14

2M ago1:40:14

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Josh Polanski (Boston Hassle) returns as we chat about Jia Zhangke! Together we discuss the anthology film, fav segments, that epilogue and the Chinese restrictions

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Predator: Killer of Killers Spoilercast! 54:43

3M ago54:43

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This week it's time for another spoilercast as Predator-stans Alex and Sam take a look at Dan Trachtenberg's new animated Predator anthology. Join us for a spoiler-filled breakdown (you have been warned!) of each part of the film - join us for vikings, samurais and lots of shouting Yaujta at one another. Also, Alex talks about 28 Years Later a bit …

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The Double with Peyton Robinson 1:16:33

3M ago1:16:33

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Peyton Robinson (Roger Ebert) returns with 2013’s The Double! Together we discuss how the movie is an overlooked comedy, the Jesse Eisenberg leading man appeal, movies we thought of in reference to The Double, the look of the movie and Richard Ayoade’s career

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Star Trek III: The Search for Spock 54:32

3M ago54:32

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Join us on the Road to the Fan Dance! This week we dodge watching Star Trek: Into Darkness by watching one of the 2 remaining OG films we haven't given the full episode treatment. Join us as we luxuriate in slow-moving ships, appreciate Scotty in all his glory, and marvel over the wonderful off-duty clothing of the Enterprise crew. also here is Leo…

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Leave No Trace with Sam Herbst 1:26:05

3M ago1:26:05

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Sam Herbst returns as we discuss Debra Granik’s superb Leave No Trace. Together we go through the careers of the leads, films we thought of on our rewatch, earning the movies’ rotten tomatoes record and 2018 as a movie year

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Independence Day: Resurgence (again) 58:32

3M ago58:32

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This week Will Smith Season finally concludes in calamitous circumstances with a film in which he doesn't actually act which we've reviewed before anyway. Oh well (FYIF), we spend 30 seconds discussing I, Robot, realise we' messed up, but continue to complain about this film for an hour all over again. Unlikely rebuilds, unlikely invasions, unlikea…

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The Guest with Kevin Tudor and Bryden Doyle 1:46:21

3M ago1:46:21

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We are joined once more by Almost Major pod's Kevin Tudor and Bryden Doyle to discuss 2014's THE GUEST! Together we cover Dan Stevens' career, what happened to Adam Wingard, the horror director, the late Lance Reddick and the memorable score

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Gemini Man 55:06

4M ago55:06

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Hellooo, the SFRS era of random shows appearing at random times continues as we emerge from hibernation to launch into Will Smith season. This week, it's Gemini Man! Join us to hear about Sam's confusing experience watching at 120FPS, Clive Owen's BMW adverts, The Rehearsal, Will Smith's pouch, and we find out if you can clone a dude. Next week (an…

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High Life with Abby Monteil 1:47:14

4M ago1:47:14

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Abby Monteil returns with us for Claire Denis' space odyssey "High Life" together we discuss the view of assault and violence in the movie, Rob Pattinson, queuer making scifi, using Mia Goth and nihilism

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Toni Erdman with Chris Feil 1:26:36

4M ago1:26:36

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Chris Feil (This Had Oscar Buzz) returns as we discuss 2016's Toni Erdman. Together, we touch on Clay's view on uncomfortable comedy, Sandra Huller's career, the view on capitalism beneath the surface of the movie, and the lingering remake

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Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol with Josh Spiegel 1:57:34

4M ago1:57:34

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Josh Spiegel joins us for the fourth installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise with Ghost Protocol! Together we discuss the highest highs of the movie, the Brad Bird of it all, rebooting a franchise, anticitiation for Final Reckoning and lazer tag

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Isle of Dogs with Kyle Amato 1:05:30

5M ago1:05:30

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Kyle Amato (Hawke Cast) returns for Wes Anderson's stop motion adventure in 2018's Isle of Dogs! Together we discuss the cultural appropriation that surrounds the movie, Bryan Cranston's performance, Kyle's relationship to Wes Anderson and its an animated movie without a quick pace

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Force Majeure with Alexa Heard 1:55:40

5M ago1:55:40

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Hit the slopes! Alexa Heard joins us for the 2014 family drama as we discuss the role that gender plays in the movie, Swedish family dynamics, Ruben Östlund as a cultural filmmaker and role that the kids play in the movie

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Alex & Sam Talk About Films 51:27

5M ago51:27

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This week Chris is away promoting his film, so Alex and Sam convene for an Easter chat about upcoming films and a whole lot else. Join us for discussion of Fantastic Four, Eternals, A Minecraft Movie, Avengers Doomsday, Superman, M3gan 2.0, Avatar 3, Predator: Killer of Killers, Jurassic World: Rebirth, 28 Years Later, Tron:Ares and loads more! Als…

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Beyond The Lights with Marya Gates 1:46:50

5M ago1:46:50

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Marya Gates (Roger Ebert, author of Cinema Her Way) returns as we discuss 2014's BEYOND THE LIGHTS! Together we get into the trademarks of Gina Prine Bythewood, controversies surrounding Nate Parker and why the film successes at ernst melodrama

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Marooned 54:11

5M ago54:11

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This week we continue to say RIP to the great Gene Hackman by watching Marooned. Join us as we discuss this film's eerie prescience, the strange refusal to inject any sort of drama, and...Poppins!? Next week, Will Smith season begins (not sure why) with I, Robot! See the new list! Play along at home! Get in touch! Visit the Website! Watch us on You…

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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty with Orla Smith 2:37:10

5M ago2:37:10

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Orla Smith returns as we discuss 2013's sentimental comedy in The Serret Life of Walter Mitty! Together we discuss the career of Ben Stiller, production history, sincerity as a difficult tone and what it means for the movie to embrace consumerism

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Superman II 1:03:39

5M ago1:03:39

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This week we say RIP to Gene Hackman who was in a lot of good films and some terrible stuff, too. Which category does Superman II fall into? Join us as we discuss Superman's inability to remain secret, Lois Lane's smoking problem, all the Richard Donner drama, and much more! Next week we stick with the Hackman and watch Marooned! See the new list! …

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Starship Troopers 56:28

6M ago56:28

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This week, we conclude the rerank season with Chris' pick, Starship Troopers! Bugs, blood, and other things I've forgotten about because we recorded this ages ago. But it's good and no doubt very in-depth. Also, don't forget Time Travel is Dangerous hits cinemas this Friday, March 28th! Listen out for details about special q&a screenings up and dow…

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Zama with Kayleigh Donaldson 1:53:18

6M ago1:53:18

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Kayleigh Donaldson is back for 2017''s period piece in ZAMA! Together we chat about the state of movies, Martel's short but impressive filmography, how she goes about adapting the novel, and how to make history simplified through movies

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Predator 2 1:02:46

6M ago1:02:46

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This week we (re)watch Predator 2! Join us as we get nice and LA sweaty and discuss Alex's early obsession with this film, Danny Glover's trousers, the Films With Jeopardy! In Rating System, and much more! Also, don't forget Time Travel is Dangerous is in cinemas March 28th! Go and watch it! Next week it's Starship Troopers! See the new list! Play …

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The Thing (1982) 1:08:10

6M ago1:08:10

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This week we finally actually watch The Thing as part of rewatch season. Join us as we learn about why Big Dog doesn't want you to remake The Thing in Antarctica (or Alaska?), we gush over the gushing special effects,and we definitively sort out the end of this film. Also, don't forget Time Travel is Dangerous is in cinemas March 28th! Go and watch…

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The Martian with Liz Shannon Miller 2:16:16

6M ago2:16:16

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Critic Liz Shannon Miller joins us once again for Ridley Scott 2015 space odyssey in THE MARTIAN! Together we chat about scientific inaccuracies, the best cast of the decade, and what we would do with our time in space

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Time Travel is Dangerous Extra Super Special Show 46:17

6M ago46:17

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We return to finally talk about Time Travel is Dangerous, a new sci-fi comedy directed by our very own Chris Reading! A podcast in the making as long as there's been a podcast, join us as Chris talks us through the inspiration behind the film, how it all came together, and what's next. Also, go and see it, it's great! Critics who aren't Sam and Ale…

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RE-RELEASE: Moonlight with Josh Bradley 1:58:45

6M ago1:58:45

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Josh Bradley chats with us about Barry Jenkins coming of age masterpiece. They unpack how Florida becomes synonymous with A24, the aging of the infamous best picture presentation debacle and if this really is the best movie of the decade?

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RE-RELEASE: Paddington and Paddington 2 with Carrie Wittmer 2:19:53

7M ago2:19:53

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The delightful Carrie Wittmer (The Cut, GQ, The Ringer) joins us to celebrate what's now considered beacons of kindness and manners- that's just disguised as another "CGI animals interacting with human actors" in Paul King's Paddington series. We touch on Paddington 2's well-timed release regarding other world events, crying during movies and what …

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RE-RELEASE: Sleeping with Other People with Gaby Iori 1:44:20

7M ago1:44:20

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Gaby Iori returns as we revisit Leslye Headland's delightful comedy that has only grown stronger since its release within the extinction of romantic comedies. We get to talk about if this qualifies as the modern When Harry Met Sally, the whiteness of the romance genre, and how Alison Brie and Jason Sudeikis broke away from TV…

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Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk with Esther Schwartz 2:30:48

7M ago2:30:48

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Filmmaker Esther Schwartz joins us as we dig into Billy Lynn and how many ideas this anomaly from Ang Lee has. Together, we get into the careers of the ensemble, Ang Lee's power following his second best director Oscar, Bush's America on screen in the 2010s and how the movies tech holds it back from being great…

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The Lone Ranger with Scout Tafoya and Tucker Johnson 2:30:26

7M ago2:30:26

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Scout Tafoya and Tuckerson are back again for one of the most infamous blockbuster failures of the 2010s with Gore Verbinski’s The alone Ranger! Together we get into the careers of the leads (yuck!), western influence, who remembers the disasters how, train robberies and pointless criticisms

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Sputnik 42:25

7M ago42:25

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This week we conclude our 2020 season with Chris' choice, Russia's Sputnik! Join us for monster chat, iron curtain chat, and technically difficult chat because Chris' audio was SO far out of sync with the rest of us it sounds a bit like we're talking throuh an interpreter at times. Next week we begin another season of reranks, giving some classic f…

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Stoker with Leah Carlson 2:20:11

8M ago2:20:11

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Leah Carlson (Fang Club podcast) returns as we dive into the provocative thriller in 2013's STOKER! Together, We get into the careers of the 3 leads, the Wentworth Miller of it all, blacklist scripts, the expert characterizations and how the movies sees violence

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Star Trek: Section 31 Spoilercast 28:14

8M ago28:14

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This week, we report back from our fancy screening of Paramount+'s Star Trek: Section 31. Join us for a spoiler-free discussion* about the newest trip to the Trek universe. Next week, we return to 2020 with Sputnik! *I think we threaten to spoil something towards the end but don't actually spoil anything anyway. See the new list! Play along at home…

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I Saw The Devil with Emily Jacobson 1:48:58

8M ago1:48:58

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Emily Jacobson returns as we get into the acclaimed South Korean revenge thriller. Together we discuss the career of Choi Min Sik, the flaws of the movie, and bad vibes on set

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Tenet 1:03:38

8M ago1:03:38

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2020 season continues with Sam's pick, the saviour of cinema, Christopher Nolan's Tenet. We spoilercasted it way back when and were confused and couldn't hear anything...has anything changed since? Join us as we try to unravel reverse entropy (again), discuss the pros and cons of an endless montage, and disagree about the merits of Kenneth Branagh.…

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The Invisible Man 1:02:03

8M ago1:02:03

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This week, we kick off 2020 season with The Invisible Man, Alex's pick! Join us as we remember how weird lockdown was, discover what we would do with invisible powers, and ask: is James Bond sci-fi? Well maybe not, but let me tell you about the car in Die Another Day... Next week, we return to the backwards-talking nonsense of Tenet! See the new li…

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The Witch with Valerie Ettenhofer 2:27:31

8M ago2:27:31

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Valerie Ettenhoffer returns as we dig into one of the most famous horror films of the 2010s in The Witch. Together, we unpack the career of Anya Taylor Joy, Valerie’s personal connection to the character of Tomansin, Nosferatu, and the a24 of it all