Cinema Callback

Andy and Michael leave each other voice notes about Mickey 17 , Bong Joon-ho’s first film since Parasite . We talk about Robert Pattinson’s clone drama, Bong’s shift from social satire to pure sci-fi. Along the way, we get into sci-fi world-building, Bong’s recurring themes, and how Mickey 17 stacks up against the director’s earlier work.

Cinema Callback takes to the skies with Flight Risk , the 2024 thriller directed by Mel Gibson and starring Mark Wahlberg . We break down the film’s plot, performances, and polarizing tone — is this a comeback or a misfire? We also explore Gibson’s return to directing, Wahlberg’s latest action turn, and how Flight Risk fits into the modern thriller landscape. 🔊 Featuring our signature voicemail c...

In this episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael leave voice notes unpacking Memoirs of a Snail , the new stop-motion treasure from Adam Elliot. They dig into the film’s bittersweet tone, the deeply specific Australian-ness, and how a story about a hoarder snail named Grace ends up capturing the essence of grief, shame, and family. Quirky, tender, and devastating in all the right ways. Want t...

This week on Cinema Callback, Andy and Michael float into Wim Wenders’ Wings of Desire, the meditative masterpiece about unseen watchers, whispered thoughts, and divided cities. Through their signature voicemail exchange, they reflect on Bruno Ganz’s gentle angel, Peter Falk’s surprise cameo, and the film’s mix of philosophy, poetry, and street-level humanity. It’s about love, loneliness, and choo...

In this week’s Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael drift into the haunting, wordless world of Flow —the 2024 Hungarian survival film told entirely from the perspective of a stray cat in an abandoned city. Through their signature voicemail exchanges, they unpack the film’s meditative pacing, hypnotic visuals, and why sometimes the best apocalypse stories are the quietest ones. Follow the link in the...

Andy and Michael log in and load up for Grand Theft Hamlet , the strange and touching lockdown documentary where two out-of-work actors stage Hamlet inside the world of Grand Theft Auto Online. Through their trademark voicemail exchange, the hosts explore how creativity, grief, and performance collide in a virtual world — and what it means to keep making art when the real one shuts down. Click the...

In this week’s Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael roll along the edges of post-war Germany in Wim Wenders’ Kings of the Road , the final chapter of his “Road Trilogy.” Their voicemail exchange tracks the film’s slow rhythms, empty landscapes, and the quiet bond between two drifters caught between eras. It’s about cinema, masculinity, and the spaces in between — all playing out reel by reel. Tap th...

Andy and Michael take a detour into existential disillusionment this week with Wim Wenders’ Wrong Move , the second in his “Road Trilogy.” Through their familiar back-and-forth voicemail exchange, they trace the journey of Wilhelm, a would-be writer searching for meaning and connection across a grey, drifting West Germany. Poetic, cynical, and strikingly composed — this one's a heavy but rewar...

This week on Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael hit play on Curtis Hanson’s suburban thriller The Hand That Rocks the Cradle . Told through a volley of voicemail reflections, they peel back the film’s glossy exterior to unpack Rebecca De Mornay’s icy performance, early ’90s paranoia, and the domestic dread simmering just beneath the surface. Have thoughts of your own? Use the link in our about sec...

In this week's episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael unravel Wim Wenders’ hypnotic thriller The American Friend . Through their signature voicemail exchanges, they explore Dennis Hopper’s chilling take on Tom Ripley, the film’s fractured morality, and Wenders’ genre-defying style. From Hamburg’s shadows to Paris’ glow, this existential noir pulses with paranoia, longing, and style. Got...

This week on Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael tune into the quiet poetry of Wim Wenders’ Alice in the Cities . Through their trademark voicemail exchanges, they explore the film’s wandering spirit, its tender portrayal of unexpected companionship, and the ache of rootlessness. It’s a road movie without a roadmap — capturing the melancholy beauty of drifting through places and people in search of...

In this heartfelt episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael wander the emotional and physical landscapes of Wim Wenders’ Paris, Texas . As always, their conversation unfolds via voicemail — tracing the film’s haunting journey through silence, estrangement, and the slow process of rebuilding identity and family. From Harry Dean Stanton’s career-defining performance to Ry Cooder’s aching slide g...

In this quietly luminous episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael soak in Wim Wenders’ Perfect Days , the Oscar-nominated Japanese-language film that follows a Tokyo toilet cleaner with a camera eye and a poet’s soul. Through their signature voice message exchange, they reflect on the rhythm of daily life, finding beauty in the mundane, and Wenders’ gift for contemplative storytelling. Tap th...

In this week’s Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael rewind to Albert Brooks’ sharp and strange 1979 mockumentary Real Life . As Brooks inserts himself into a suburban household in the name of science (and spectacle), the guys untangle the film’s hilarious send-up of documentary ethics, performative behavior, and the weird need to be watched. One of the great meta comedies, decades ahead of its time....

Andy and Michael unpack the hyper-stylized chaos of Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In , Soi Cheang’s gritty Hong Kong action epic based on the cult comic City of Darkness . They dive into the explosive fight choreography, ‘80s Hong Kong grit, and what it means for the future of martial arts cinema. A story of loyalty, power, and survival in Kowloon’s legendary Walled City.

In this ferocious episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael swap voicemail messages as they dive headfirst into the relentless carnage of Timo Tjahjanto’s The Night Comes for Us (2018). They explore the film’s jaw-dropping fight choreography, brutal storytelling, and the standout performances from Joe Taslim and Iko Uwais. Expect intense breakdowns of the movie’s visceral action sequences, dis...

Cinema Callback fires up the chainsaw and rewinds back to Tobe Hooper’s legendary 1974 horror masterpiece The Texas Chain Saw Massacre . Through their signature voicemail exchange format, Andy and Michael unpack the raw terror, DIY brilliance, and cultural impact of this grindhouse classic. From Leatherface’s chainsaw ballet to the oppressive Texas heat and vérité-style filmmaking, this episode di...

In this episode, Andy and Michael dive deep into Herk Harvey’s eerie cult classic Carnival of Souls —a haunting 1962 psychological horror film that continues to influence directors and disturb viewers to this day. Through their signature voicemail-style format, the hosts explore the film’s ghostly atmosphere, unsettling sound design, and themes of isolation, identity, and the afterlife. Whether yo...

In this death-defying episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael revisit the cult classic Final Destination (2000), the film that turned fate into a horror villain. But this time, there’s a twist— Final Destination creator Jeffrey Reddick joins the conversation! Throughout the episode, Jeffrey drops exclusive voice notes, giving fans insight into the creation of the film, its iconic death scene...

Andy and Michael hit rewind on Happy Death Day 2U (2019), the sequel that dials up the sci-fi, comedy, and slasher mayhem. Through their signature voicemail exchanges, they break down how the film expands its time-loop concept, shifts genres, and whether it lives up to the original. Plus, they discuss the franchise’s future and the state of modern horror sequels. Got your own take? Leave us a voic...

In this eerie edition of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael pick up the phone on One Missed Call (2003), Takashi Miike’s chilling J-horror about cursed voicemails foretelling grisly fates. Through their signature answering machine exchanges, they explore the film’s unsettling atmosphere, Miike’s stylistic choices, and how it compares to other Japanese horror classics. the wider wave of tech-based...

In this episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael exchange voicemails unravelling the eerie gothic horror of The Innocents . They explore how Jack Clayton’s adaptation of The Turn of the Screw crafts an atmosphere thick with dread, ambiguity, and psychological horror. Is it a ghost story, a descent into madness, or something in between? Join the conversation—leave your own voice message via ou...

In this episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael dive into the psychological thriller Orphan . Through their signature voicemail exchanges, they explore the film’s twisted narrative, standout performances, and shocking twists that still manage to catch audiences off guard. Was it a brilliant twist or a moment that’s tough to forget? Tune in to hear their take on this chilling ride. Join the c...

In this episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael tune into the spectral world of M. Night Shyamalan’s The Sixth Sense . Through a chain of voicemail messages, they unravel the film’s eerie atmosphere, Bruce Willis' understated performance, and the emotional weight beneath its supernatural chills. With its unforgettable twist, they explore whether the film’s legacy still lingers after all...

In this episode of Cinema Callback , Andy and Michael dig into Wes Craven’s The People Under the Stairs —a horror-thriller packed with twisted villains, eerie tension, and sharp social commentary. But not everyone’s on the same page. While one host sees it as an underrated gem, the other finds it more baffling than terrifying. Through their signature voicemail exchanges, they break down the film’s...