Best Matt Windsor Podcasts (2025)

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Bugonia | Review 34:29

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4h ago34:29

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Bugonia starring Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, and Alicia Silverstone.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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A House of Dynamite | Review 34:00

4h ago34:00

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review A House of Dynamite starring Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, and Tracy Letts.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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Mr Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 30:38

1h ago30:38

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Andrew has been stripped of his prince title and ordered by the King to leave the Royal Lodge - but will he continue to cast a shadow over the Royals? Harry Wallop unpacks the news of the day with Alys Denby and Patrick Kidd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere | Review 50:39

1d ago50:39

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere starring Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Paul Walter Hauser, Stephen Graham and Odessa Young.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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Reeves' Rental Blunder 30:07

15h ago30:07

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After hinting at manifesto breaking tax rises in the budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has come under fire for breaching rental rules on her family home - can she hold on to her job? Calum MacDonald unpacks the politics of the day with Matthew Syed and Manveen Rana. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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PMQs Unpacked: "Always Someone Else's Fault" 41:46

1d ago41:46

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Sir Keir Starmer refused to rule out a U-turn on his manifesto tax pledges in the budget, while blaming the Tories for the country’s economic woes. Kemi Badenoch accused him of playing the blame game. Calum Macdonald unpacks the action with Josh Glancy and Jon Harvey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Migrants in Military Barracks 30:45

3d ago30:45

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The UK government will begin housing small boat migrants in military barracks from next month, part of a plan to move asylum seekers out of hotels and cut costs. But why is Labour now supporting policies it once condemned? Calum McDonald unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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It Was Just an Accident (Guest: Jafar Panahi) | Interview 9:44

4d ago9:44

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On this episode, Eric sits down with It Was Just an Accident director Jafar Panahi.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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Where Are The Grown Ups? 31:52

4d ago31:52

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The Home Office is squandering billions of pounds on asylum hotels in another damaging story for the government. Can Labour still call themselves the "grown ups in the room"? Calum Macdonald unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payne and Charlotte Ivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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2025 Windsor International Film Festival (Guest: Vincent Georgie) | Interview 58:46

7d ago58:46

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On this episode, Matt & Eric sit down with the Executive Director and Chief Programmer of the Windsor International Film Festival, Vincent Georgie.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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Labour's Caerphilly Collapse 31:46

7d ago31:46

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Plaid Cymru have swept to victory in Caerphilly, taking a Senedd seat that has been held by Labour for a century - will it convince Keir Starmer to change course? Alexis Conran unpacks the politics of the day with Daisy McAndrew and Michael Binyon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Why Is The Home Office Still Not Fit For Purpose? 29:12

8d ago29:12

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Shabana Mahmood says her department remains “not yet fit for purpose,” after The Times uncovered a secret report calling it dysfunctional and detached from reality. Should we be worried that we're still using that phrase, 20 years after John Reid first made it famous? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Patrick Kidd. …

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Shelby Oaks (Guest: Chris Stuckmann) | Interview 8:42

9d ago8:42

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On this episode, Eric interviews director Chris Stuckmann about his new film Shelby Oaks.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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PMQs: Grooming Gangs Inquiry In Chaos 42:40

9d ago42:40

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks this week’s Prime Minister’s Questions with Gabriel Pogrund from The Sunday Times and comedian Gráinne Maguire. After several grooming gang victims withdrew from the inquiry process, Sir Keir Starmer vows to deliver justice — but can he restore confidence in the investigation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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What Did Andrew Witness? 30:53

10d ago30:53

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Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir reveals her abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and alleged encounters with Prince Andrew - claims he denies. Now, the disgraced royal faces pressure to disclose what he knows about Epstein’s crimes and those who may have enabled them. Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott. Hoste…

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Is China A Top-Tier Threat? 29:03

11d ago29:03

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Conservative MPs Alicia Kearns and Tom Tugendhat have urged Keir Starmer to designate China a top-tier threat, calling his inaction a sign of weakness - but would such a label really change anything? Hugo Rifkind is joined by Seb Payne and Charlotte Ivers to unpack the politics of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…

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Football Ban Tests Starmer 37:12

14d ago37:12

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The Prime Minister wants to lift the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending their game against Aston Villa next month. But could it lead to violence? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Michael Binyon and Alys Denby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The China Spy Blame Game 33:23

15d ago33:23

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The government, the Crown Prosecution Service and the Conservatives all blame each other for the collapse of the China spy case, is everyone set to lose in the blame game? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and David Runciman live from the Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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PMQs: Lawyer, Not A Leader? 56:39

16d ago56:39

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks PMQs alongside Patrick Maguire and Ayesha Hazarika live from the Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. Badenoch challenges Starmer over the China spy case, but Starmer enjoys arguing over legal technicalities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump Leaves Starmer Hanging 32:23

17d ago32:23

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Does an embarrassing moment for Sir Keir Starmer on stage at the Egypt peace summit reveal something about the UK's influence on the global stage? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Farage Ditches Tax Cut Plans 33:37

18d ago33:37

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Reform UK's Nigel Farage is preparing to drop his promise to deliver £90bn of tax cuts, saying his party will reduce public spending first. Is this a more credible position, and is it in response to Tory attacks? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Carol Lewis and Patrick Kidd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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Trump's Peace Prize Snub 35:12

21d ago35:12

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The ceasefire in Gaza is underway after US president Donald Trump brokered a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. But how will he feel about missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize? Alexis Conran unpacks the politics of the day with Michael Binyon and Alys Denby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump Takes Credit For Gaza Deal 33:38

22d ago33:38

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President Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to phase one of his plan for peace in Gaza. Is he on track for a Nobel Peace Prize? Plus, why is Matthew trying to avoid calling Nigel Farage by his name? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Badenoch's Tax-Cutting Promises 16:49

23d ago16:49

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks Kemi Badenoch's speech to Conservative Party conference in which she pledged to scrap Labour's tax rises and abolish stamp duty. But has she discovered her own magic money tree? Plus: Margaret Thatcher also struggled to make an impact in her first year, how do the two leaders compare? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

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TIFF 50: Roofman (Guest: Derek Cianfrance) | Interview 6:34

23d ago6:34

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On this episode, Eric interviews director Derek Cianfrance about his new film ROOFMAN from the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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TIFF 50: Roofman (Guest: Kirt Gunn) | Interview 18:49

23d ago18:49

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On this episode, Eric interviews writer Kirt Gunn about his new film ROOFMAN from the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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Jenrick Moves Centre Stage 28:11

24d ago28:11

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Kemi Badenoch: "Absolutely Invisible" 28:31

25d ago28:31

28:31

Hugo Rifkind unpacks the latest Times Radio Focus Group with James Johnson of JL Partners. Kemi Badenoch has failed to make an impression on these 2024 Conservative voters so far, but which of her potential rivals do they compare to Martin Lewis? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Fundamentally Un-British 29:50

28d ago29:50

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Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the pro-Palestine protests after the Manchester synagogue attack were "fundamentally un-British". But can the authorities stop them? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Daisy McAndrew and Michael Binyon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The End Of The Asylum 'Golden Ticket'? 27:19

29d ago27:19

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The government says the UK is too attractive to refugees and says it will end the 'Golden Ticket' of resettlement and family reunion rights. But will it stop people crossing the channel? Plus, reaction to the attack on a Manchester synagogue. Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Patrick Kidd. Hosted on Acast. See acast…

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Playing The Ball And Not The Man? 32:03

29d ago32:03

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Reform UK says Keir Starmer’s attack on Nigel Farage risks inciting violence. Has Labour been guilty of playing the man, not the ball? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Robert Crampton and Phil Tinline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Keir Starmer's Survival 32:45

1M ago32:45

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Labour Party Conference began with much speculation about the Prime Minister's survival. Is he out of the danger zone - and if so - for how long? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Patrick Maguire and Ayesha Hazarika Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TIFF 50: Obsession | Review 31:35

1M ago31:35

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Obsession from the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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The Chancellor's Hard Choices To Come 21:00

1M ago21:00

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Rachel Reeves has delivered her speech to Labour Party conference, warning of 'harsh global headwinds' and harder choices to come. Is she laying the ground for a brutal autumn Budget, and did she look like a chancellor secure in her job? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the speech with Joe Mayes and Megan Kenyon. He also speaks to Bill Esterson, chair of the C…

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Why Have Labour Voters Lost Faith? 23:45

1M ago23:45

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks the latest Times Radio Focus Group with Tom Lubbock of JL Partners. What do these 2024 Labour voters think about Keir Starmer and the government, and will they back him again to keep out Nigel Farage? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Starmer Takes On Populism 25:23

1M ago25:23

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Keir Starmer urges liberals to take on the populist right as he confirms plans for mandatory digital ID cards. But has the prime minister worked out how to tackle Nigel Farage's Reform UK? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Michael Binyon and Emma Duncan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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TIFF 50: Train Dreams | Review 40:25

1M ago40:25

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Train Dreams from the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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The Burnham Show 32:34

1M ago32:34

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Andy Burnham says he's been privately urged to challenge Keir Starmer. Could the so-called King of the North return to parliament and run for leader? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Matthew Parris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TIFF 50: Tuner | Review 40:48

1M ago40:48

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Daniel Roher’s Tuner from the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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Why is Ed Davey "Obsessed" With Nigel Farage? 32:23

1M ago32:23

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After Ed Davey claimed the Lib Dems were the last block against Nigel Farage's 'forces of darkness', why does he spend so much time talking about Reform UK and Donald Trump? Hugo Rifkind is joined by Alice Thomson and Robert Crampton to unpack the politics of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump's Dubious Claims 31:30

1M ago31:30

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day, including Donald Trump's unproven claim that paracetamol in pregnancy increases the risk of autism, and Reform's claim that its latest migration policy will save hundreds of billions of pounds. With James Marriott and Sarah Ditum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ed Davey's Battle For Attention 30:00

1M ago30:00

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Ed Davey has called Elon Musk a criminal and promised a crackdown on 'doomscrolling' - but is Nigel Farage's latest migration announcement stealing attention from Lib Dem conference? Hugo Rifkind Unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payne and Charlotte Ivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Your Party Or 'No More' Party? 31:08

1M ago31:08

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After another public row between Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, 'Your Party' looks like it may not get off the ground - but could a more serious left-wing threat to Labour come from Zack Polanski's Green Party? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Giles Dilnot and Alys Denby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Is MAGA Right About Free Speech In The UK? 34:50

1M ago34:50

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Donald Trump says America owes the UK for its legacy of free speech - but why do some Republicans believe the hallmark of modern Britain is censorship? Hugo Rifkind is joined by Manveen Rana and Matthew Syed to unpack the politics of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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One In, None Out 28:07

1M ago28:07

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Sir Keir Starmer’s migrant returns deal with France is in disarray after a judge paused an Eritrean man’s deportation hours before he was due to fly - will the one-in, one-out scheme ever get off the ground? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Alice Thomson and Robert Crampton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Is Religion On The Rise In Politics? 26:50

2M ago26:50

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Danny Kruger - who has called for a "revival of faith" in Britain - has been tasked with preparing Reform for government. Is religion playing a bigger role in politics? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Tory Party Is Over, Says Kruger 29:31

2M ago29:31

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As Danny Kruger becomes the first sitting Tory MP to defect to Reform UK, is he right to say the Conservative party is over? What can Kemi Badenoch do to stem the tide, and is Keir Starmer drinking in 'last-chance saloon'? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payne and Carol Lewis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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TIFF 50: Days 6 - 10 Recap 1:11:01

2M ago1:11:01

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On this episode, Matt & Eric recap days 6 - 10 of the 50th Toronto International Film Festival including reviews of the films: JAWS (35MM), MILE END KICKS, IF I HAD LEGS I’D KICK YOU, SCARLET, THE SMASHING MACHINE and MORE.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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TIFF 50: Frankenstein | Review 35:09

2M ago35:09

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein from the 50th annual Toronto International Film Festival.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen

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TIFF 50: Hamnet | Review 30:07

2M ago30:07

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On this episode, Matt & Eric review Hamnet from the 50th annual Toronto International Film Festival starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal.By Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen