Cinephile's Digest

Year three of Cinephile’s Digest is in the books, which means it’s time for the big one. The gang gets together to share and discuss our picks for the Top 10 Films of 2019. We also give out some fun and inspired awards to movies deserving (and undeserving) of recognition. Stick around to the end to hear our predictions for this year’s Academy Awards. Thanks to all of our listeners for another wond...

This is the first episode of 2020, and we're not pulling any punches. We're starting off the new year with reviews of two major releases: "Uncut Gems" starring The Sandman, and "Little Women" written/directed by Geta Graywig. Next episode is our best of 2019 blowout special. Do these two films have a chance of squeezing onto our year-end lists? Listen and find out our thoughts. 0:00 – Introduction...

We’re going to let the episode title speak for itself. You know this one is huge. Fights were had. Tears were shed. Our friendships brought to the brink of collapse. Enjoy. 0:00 – Introductions 14:35 – “Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker” Spoiler-Free Review 29:40 – “Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker” Review Continued 1:10:40 – “Marriage Story” Spoiler-Free Review 1:33:10 – “Wav...

The gruesome twosome of Matt and Travis are here to rock your world this week to discuss “Knives Out”, the new star-studded whodunit from writer/director Rian Johnson. We also dig into the first four episodes of the new Disney+ series “The Mandalorian”. The aforementioned Johnson directed the last polarizing installment in the mainline Star Wars franchise, which we LOVED. So how does this new TV s...

Nearly two weeks ahead of its upcoming release on Netflix, the gang reconvenes to discuss the latest film from the man, the myth, the legend. We’re talkin’ Marty Scorsese and “The Irishman”. We also have reviews of the new films from Korean master Bong Joon Ho and New Zealand funnyman Taika Waititi, “Parasite” and “Jojo Rabbit”, respectively. It’s a loaded episode. Enjoy. 0:00 – Introductions 15:2...

Welcome all ‘ye seadogs out there for tunin’ into the finest podcast of the seven seas. We be reviewing the latest moving picture from the scallywag known as Robert Eggers, and that movie be “The Lighthouse”! Arrg, and we’d be remiss ‘ter not mention that it’s almost Halloween, the time of year where all the monsters swim up from the darkest depths of the ocean to wreak havoc on me and me mateys....

We’ve reached a HUGE milestone here on Cinephile’s Digest which we’re super proud to present to our listeners. We did episode 68. Who cares about episode 70. This is episode 69, AKA the goal of any person(s) participating in this great medium. It’s a packed show, with a HEATED review of the controversial supervillain origin movie “Joker”, as well as a great discussion of the new sci-fi epic “Ad As...

The chosen one returns to the show after his parental leave. Tom is welcomed back into the gang to discuss “IT Chapter 2” and “Hustlers”. Jenny from the block extorts some cocks, and Pennywise brings the schlock. 0:00 – Introductions 16:53 – “IT Chapter 2” Spoiler-Free Review 39:06 – “Hustlers” Spoiler-Free Review 1:05:39 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: The Right Stuff – New Kids On the Bl...

We give the fans what they want, and they want Paris! We welcome her back to the show this week to discuss the horror-comedy flick “Ready or Not”, as well as the whimsical indie adventure film “The Peanut Butter Falcon”. Without giving too much away, we quite fancied these two movies. Ready or not…here we cum! 0:00 – Introductions 20:53 – “Ready or Not” Spoiler-Free Review 36:40 – “The Peanut Butt...

Matt plus a couple of good bros get together to review "Good Boys" as well as the spooky horror-mystery flick "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark". We're joined this episode by Tyler, fellow good bro and literal brother of Travis. In addition to our reviews, we also talk through another bracket to determine the best comedy movie of the 2010s. Which movie did we crown the victor? Listen to find out....

Two previous guests return to the show to talk all things Quentin Tarantino. Paris and Jay join us to discuss Tarantino’s 9th feature film, “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” as well as an in-depth ranking of the director’s entire filmography. We also review the debut feature from writer/director Lulu Wang, “The Farewell”. This is the longest episode we have ever done in the almost three years we’v...

Another episode, another review of a major Disney release. This week we tackle their latest attempt to further milk the nostalgia teat, "The Lion King". To make things even better, our other featured review also contains animal antics, though of a very different variety. Horror hounds should enjoy our discussion of the new creature feature, "Crawl". We got gators, we got crocs, reptile lizards say...

For the first time in quite awhile, we’ve got a triple feature! On this episode we dissect the latest film in the MCU, “Spider-Man: Far From Home” as well as the highly anticipated horror film from director Ari Aster, “Midsommar”. Sandwiched in the middle is a little movie that didn’t hit many screens, we were absolutely stoked for, which is “The Last Black Man in San Francisco”. Hit that play but...

The original Toy Story trilogy is one of the finest in all of film (if you ask us, anyway), and many would argue ended perfectly with the third chapter. Well, Disney and Pixar had other plans, which is why the gang has gotten together to review the latest (last?) installment, “Toy Story 4”. How does it stack up against the first three films? Is it crucial viewing, or simply another cash grab? Gues...

Baby, we’re still standing after all this time. The gang returns to spend some time talking about feminist millennials and a glamorous Englishman. Join us for in-depth reviews of two new feature films: the Elton John biopic “Rocketman” and the witty/raunchy coming-of-age comedy “Booksmart”. As always, we also get into all the other media we’ve consumed since we last met. Enjoy! 0:00 – Introduction...

Baba Yaga is back, baby! Join us for a review of the hotly anticipated action sequel, “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum”. We also take a trip down nostalgia lane and spend some quality time with our childhood friends, the Pocket Monsters. Is Pikachu as loveable and squishable as he looks in the previews? Better queue up the episode to find out. 0:00 – Introductions 9:10 – “Game of Thrones” SPOILE...

CLICK CLICK BOOM. The time has finally come, y’all. An event 11 years and 22 films in the making has arrived, as the MCU’s Phase Three comes to an end with “Avengers: Endgame”. If you’re the only jabroni out there who has yet to see the film, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with a 20-minute long spoiler-free discussion of the film, followed by almost 40 minutes of spoiler-filled discussion for...

We’ve got a horror double feature for y’all this week. First up we discuss Jordan Peele’s highly anticipated sophomore film, “Us”. We also dish some dirt on the remake (reboot? reimagining?) of “Pet Sematary”. First-time guest Haley joins us to discuss these two spooky features, and much more. 0:00 – Introductions 17:31 – “Us” Review (SPOILERS) 47:10 – “Pet Sematary” Review 1:12:14 – What We’ve Be...

Another day, another entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Join us as we dissect “Captain Marvel”, as well as the Netflix original film, “Triple Frontier”. How does the 21st entry into the MCU stack up against the rest? Did Ben Affleck’s new schlubby dad bod win us over? Listen to find out. 0:00 – Introductions 13:10 – “Captain Marvel” Review 41:44 – “Triple Frontier” Review 56:29 – What We’ve B...

We saw movies! And the Oscars! Join us this episode as we review “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” and the Netflix original film “Paddleton”, in addition to a recap of the 2019 Academy Awards. Curious how we did on our Oscar nomination picks? Only one way to find out. 0:00 – Introductions/Academy Awards 19:15 – “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” Review 37:47 – “Paddleton” Revi...

After a brief hiatus due to inclement weather, the boys are back in town! Join Matt, Tom and Travis as we review two new releases: “Alita: Battle Angel” and the Netflix original “Velvet Buzzsaw”. We also go through the Oscar nominations and offer picks for each category in anticipation of the upcoming ceremony. Enjoy! 0:00 – Introductions 11:15 – Academy Awards 33:54 – “Alita: Battle Angel” Spoile...

Tommy Bahama is M.I.A. this week, so our good friend Paris steps in to take his spot. Join us for a discussion of M. Night Shyamalan’s new superhero movie, “Glass”. Do you like reveals? We like reveals. We talk about reveals, and we may even reveal a reveal of our own. Don’t miss this nail-biter of an episode. 0:00 – Introductions 17:35 – “Glass” Spoiler-Free Review 43:58 – “Glass” Review Continue...

We look forward to this one every year. The gang is back together to discuss the movies of 2018. First bit of the show is some general discussion regarding the year as a whole, leading into the main event: our Top 10 lists for the year. We close the show with some more discussion points and even give out a few awards. You don’t want to miss this one. 0:00 – Introductions 1:45 – General 2018 Discus...

On this episode we have a duo of Netflix releases as well as the latest installment in the Transformers film franchise. Listen in for reviews of “Roma”, “Bird Box” and “Bumblebee”. In the second half we discuss a bunch of other 2018 releases that we’ve caught up with, so stick around through the end to hear our thoughts on 20+ more films. 0:00 – Introductions 7:20 – “Bumblebee” Review 23:48 – “Bir...

This week we’ve got movies for the nerdiest of nerds and the snobbiest of the snobs. The superhero hype train is back, and it’s choo choo-ing back into the podcast in the form of the animated feature “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse”. We also discuss “The Favourite” for those of you who prefer decadence and lots of horny men dressed like the Nutcracker. Please remember to buckle your seatbelts f...