Screen Slurps

On this episode we're talking all about a brand new horror film adventure that you won't want to hang up on, The Black Phone!  Directed by Scott Derrickson and based upon a short story that was written by Joe Hill, The Black Phone is truly a psychological horror film that takes it's viewers on a trip and makes them wonder what could truly make someone want to do such bad things in the world to oth...

On this episode we're talking all about the brand new animated film designed to take you to the seven seas, The Sea Beast!  Written and directed by Chris Williams, The Sea Beast is a family tale of different proportions when pirates of the sea soon need to learn if the beasts they've been battling are truly their enemy. With action and animation that soars through the plot, is it enough to keep a...

On this weeks episode we're talking all about a contemporary sci-fi thriller that may have your mind asking a million questions about the direction of the human race, Crimes of the Future!  Written and directed by David Cronenberg and released this year, Crimes of the Future showcases a way of human evolution in a completely different light than standard Hollywood flair. Is this a benefit for Cron...

On this weeks episode we're talking all about a movie that is renown in Bollywood cinema history and what has been referred to as a classic "curry western" film, Sholay!  Directed by Ramesh Sippy and released in 1975, Sholay has become a staple in Bollywood cinema that showcases numerous genres of film all in one great story. Crime, drama, action, romance, it has it all and expands on it for more...

This episode is all about the threat of robots taking over and one family trying to stop them! That's right, it could be sooner than we think, but before our cell phones plan an apocalypse let's turn to the animated comedy "The Mitchells vs. The Machines"!  Directed by Michael Rianda and released in 2021, "The Mitchells vs. The Machines" showcases an incredibly talented cast of voice actors, anima...

This week we talk all about the recent film release that has stormed (pun intended) over movie theaters everywhere, "The Northman"!  Directed by Robert Eggers and released in 2022, "The Northman" tells a story of classic viking legend. Featuring Alexander Skarsgård in the lead role of Amleth, the viewer watches a story unfold through this film of a vikings family falling apart and the myth of whet...

On our episode this week we cover all you need to know about the movie "C'mon C'mon"! Directed by Mike Mills and released in 2021, "C'mon C'mon" is an A24 film that has received praise for it's performances, direction, and cinematography. Featuring Joaquin Phoenix in the title roll of Johnny, the film's plot helps to showcase what it takes to understand, build, and sustain a relationship between f...

This week we had a special request for a Coen Brothers classic - "No Country for Old Men"! Directed by (that's right) The Coen Brothers, "No Country for Old Men" was a staple for its time in 2007 winning the Academy Awards for Best Picture as well as Best Supporting Actor for Javier Bardem's performance in the film. But what is it about this western film that drew audiences and critics in for nume...

On our episode this week we're stirring up the largest bowl of Ramen with the Japanese classic "Tampopo"! Directed by Juzo Itami, "Tampopo" is a film that has been publicly called the very first "ramen western", a play on the famous term Spaghetti Western. But it's more than just a term for this film, as there is drama, comedy, and plenty of ramen! We discuss this and more on our episode this week...

This week we take it back to the college days with the Pauly Shore classic "Son in Law"! If there's something to learn from watching the film "Son in Law", it's that you never need to live on a farm forever when you can be in college with Pauly Shore! "Son in Law" was released in 1993 and directed by Steve Rash. The film displays a character going from life on a farm to life in a city and all walk...

This week we talk all about the classic film "High Sierra"! Released in 1941, the film "High Sierra" was a breakthrough for Humphrey Bogart's acting career allowing him to step into the spotlight in his first leading role. Between that and the array of characters and scenes brought up throughout the film, there are many things the two of us couldn't wait to talk about! We discuss this and more on...

This week we discuss the film "Legend" with special guest Michael Roy a.k.a. SOLENYA! Released in 2015, the film "Legend" tells a story of the Kray brothers and tries to showcase their history of organized crime in London, England. But is it truly worth checking out?! Between Tom Hardy's performance of both Kray brothers among various scenes showcased in the film it is certainly a topic we cover....

This week we're talking all about the brand new Bollywood film "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui"! Released in 2021 and directed by Abhishek Kapoor, "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" has gained excitement throughout the world. With a focus on LGBTQIA topics that are typically softened by most filmmakers and screenwriters, this film opens the door for viewers to see just how real things can get. We discuss this a...

This week we talk all about the 2018 film "Damsel"! The film "Damsel" is a western/comedy that truly showcases some strange elements throughout its plotline. Starring Robert Pattinson among many others, the film was directed by and also featuring the Zellner brothers as lead actors. As viewers we found ourselves a few times asking "Who is truly the protaganist here?". We discuss this and more on o...

This episode Adam and Laura talk all about the 2021 international drama film "Drive My Car"! A film that was recently nominated for 4 Academy Awards (and walked away with one of them!), "Drive My Car" is based on the short story entitled the same name that was written by Haruki Murakami. The film directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi features numerous languages, ideas, and performances in its writing that...

This episode Adam and Laura talk all about the 2021 sci-fi film "Dune"! A film featuring a box office rocking lineup of actors, "Dune" is based on the classic novel written by Frank Herbert. The film showcases music, sets, and performances that will... should we say... take you to another world! We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted...

This week it's all about the brand new film that helps us understand the classic "I Love Lucy" with the brand new hit biopic "Being the Ricardos"! A film with fantastic actors portraying classic talent, "Being the Ricardos" helps show some of the foundations around the classic sitcom "I Love Lucy" and what helped truly piece the show together as it was being made. Though the film displays some of...

This week we're talking all about the brand new film that takes us into the rollercoaster mindset of working in a classic carnival in the brand new film directed by Guillermo Del Toro, "Nightmare Alley". A film with waves of personalities throughout, "Nightmare Alley" showcases some glamorous production design, classic film noir elements, and actors and actresses you don't want to miss. We discuss...

This week we're diving into a Bollywood film that the two of us knew absolutely nothing about going into, "Sooryavanshi"! An action packed film that is the 4th film of a popular series, "Sooryavanshi" finds its way around through ups and downs of action, thriller, and even comedic genre elements in the film. We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: A Mumbai cop pulls out al...

This episode is all about the comedic film you never saw coming, "The Master of Disguise"! A film that was written by and stars classic Saturday Night Live comedian Dana Carvey, "The Master of Disguise" showcases Carvey's ability to impersonate others. But does it truly do much more than that? We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: An Italian waiter fights off a criminal...

This episode focuses on the all new film "The Tragedy of Macbeth"! Directed by Joel Coen, "The Tragedy of Macbeth" is a film adaptation of the famous play "Macbeth" written by William Shakespeare. Unlike many film adaptations of famous Shakespeare plays, "The Tragedy of Macbeth" still seems to find ways to keep it visually and audibly like a theatrical experience. We discuss this in more detail on...

We're gonna make you and offer you can't refuse with our review of the famous classic film "The Godfather"! Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, "The Godfather" has become a staple for filmmakers and an influence for many. For its 50th anniversary this year we discuss some of the highlights of the film and what really makes this film stand out among others.  Film summary: Widely regarded as one of th...

On this episode, Adam and Laura take it back to talk all about the 2018 film "Stree". Directed by Amar Kaushik, "Stree" is a mysterious Bollywood drama based upon the Rayalaseema legend of the 80's known as Oh Stree Repu Ra. Film summary: In the town of Chanderi, legend tells of a mysterious woman who abducts men during festivals, leaving only their clothes behind. A group of friends set out to so...

This week on Screen Slurps! We're taking one look at the end of the world in the all new film "Don't Look Up"! Written and directed by Adam McKay, "Don't Look Up" features an all star cast containing stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, and Jennifer Lawrence to name a few.  Film summary: Two low-level astronomers must go on a giant media tour to warn mankind of an approaching...

On this weeks episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1996 film "Mars Attacks!" Directed by Tim Burton, "Mars Attacks!" features an ensemble cast that includes Jack Nicholson, Pierce Brosnan, Glenn Close, Natalie Portman, Annette Bening, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael J. Fox, and many more.  Film summary: Earth is invaded by Martians with unbeatable weapons and a cruel sense of humor.